Gestalt Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
I am a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Certified Gestalt Therapist.
I am currently accepting new clients for Telehealth. Life presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming at times - loss, betrayal, illness, trauma, relationship issues, pain, depression, and unmet goals. All you need to overcome these challenges and meet your goals lies within you. Let me help you find your path to conquering, healing, and living your best life.
I am a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Certified Gestalt Therapist.
I am currently accepting new clients for Telehealth. Life presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming at times - loss, betrayal, illness, trauma, relationship issues, pain, depression, and unmet goals. All you need to overcome these challenges and meet your goals lies within you. Let me help you find your path to conquering, healing, and living your best life.
We practice Gestalt therapy, mindfulness practices, human-centered talk therapy, EMDR as well as CBT & DBT.
My goal in providing therapy is to promote a judgement free, non-anxious presence so that you can explore and grow in ways that feel right to you. By using a mix of traditional and trauma-informed therapy styles, we will work together towards healing and authenticity. Whether you struggle with abuse, discrimination, anxiety, depression, need to hone your coping skills or discover your future path, we are here for you. Discover a safe, confidential, and friendly place to explore issues that are close to your heart. You are cared for and loved.
We practice Gestalt therapy, mindfulness practices, human-centered talk therapy, EMDR as well as CBT & DBT.
My goal in providing therapy is to promote a judgement free, non-anxious presence so that you can explore and grow in ways that feel right to you. By using a mix of traditional and trauma-informed therapy styles, we will work together towards healing and authenticity. Whether you struggle with abuse, discrimination, anxiety, depression, need to hone your coping skills or discover your future path, we are here for you. Discover a safe, confidential, and friendly place to explore issues that are close to your heart. You are cared for and loved.
It can be overwhelming to try and to deal with the stress of everyday life while carrying the weight of unresolved stress. In time, that stress can cause us our perspectives towards others and how we feel about our lives to change. This is typically when people seek treatment to work through that stuck feeling, to pursue more meaningful lives that aren't weighed down by stress or their experiences. I work to create a calm, accepting atmosphere so that clients can more easily speak their experiences into existence and let go of the stress that keeps them stuck.
It can be overwhelming to try and to deal with the stress of everyday life while carrying the weight of unresolved stress. In time, that stress can cause us our perspectives towards others and how we feel about our lives to change. This is typically when people seek treatment to work through that stuck feeling, to pursue more meaningful lives that aren't weighed down by stress or their experiences. I work to create a calm, accepting atmosphere so that clients can more easily speak their experiences into existence and let go of the stress that keeps them stuck.
Working primarily from a Gestalt perspective, which does not assume pathology, I also draw from practical mindfulness, yoga and vedanta, and the Enneagram as needed.
The therapeutic process can help you to gain awareness, process what is unresolved, and experience healing integration. We will work together, staying connected to the present moment, and focus on what is important to you.
Working primarily from a Gestalt perspective, which does not assume pathology, I also draw from practical mindfulness, yoga and vedanta, and the Enneagram as needed.
The therapeutic process can help you to gain awareness, process what is unresolved, and experience healing integration. We will work together, staying connected to the present moment, and focus on what is important to you.
Tired of being the friend who organizes all the plans without being asked? Or how about the one who has a hard time saying "no" because you don't want to hurt someone's feelings? People-pleasing tendencies are hard to break, so let's work on making lasting change together.
I help clients of all ages who experience anxiety, depression, and would like to build their self-esteem and confidence and learn to navigate and communicate their emotions. I'm here to walk with you through life's challenges and overcome the obstacles.
Tired of being the friend who organizes all the plans without being asked? Or how about the one who has a hard time saying "no" because you don't want to hurt someone's feelings? People-pleasing tendencies are hard to break, so let's work on making lasting change together.
I help clients of all ages who experience anxiety, depression, and would like to build their self-esteem and confidence and learn to navigate and communicate their emotions. I'm here to walk with you through life's challenges and overcome the obstacles.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages—including children, adults, veterans, and those navigating mental health crises. My warm, collaborative, and goal-focused approach helps clients explore challenges, build on strengths, and move toward more manageable and fulfilling lives. I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them toward meaningful change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages—including children, adults, veterans, and those navigating mental health crises. My warm, collaborative, and goal-focused approach helps clients explore challenges, build on strengths, and move toward more manageable and fulfilling lives. I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them toward meaningful change.
With a specialization in women’s issues, I approach therapy in a down-to-earth and relational way. I believe therapy is a sacred, deeply human process that grows out of connection, care, and presence. My approach is holistic and grounded, offering a warm space to explore what’s unfolding in your life. I enjoy working with women as they move through the seasons of life, whether you’re reconnecting with yourself, navigating the realities of motherhood, exploring relationships, or seeking a greater sense of balance and fulfillment in your life.
With a specialization in women’s issues, I approach therapy in a down-to-earth and relational way. I believe therapy is a sacred, deeply human process that grows out of connection, care, and presence. My approach is holistic and grounded, offering a warm space to explore what’s unfolding in your life. I enjoy working with women as they move through the seasons of life, whether you’re reconnecting with yourself, navigating the realities of motherhood, exploring relationships, or seeking a greater sense of balance and fulfillment in your life.
I am formally trained in Gestalt therapy and I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist.
I believe everyone has the need to be seen and heard- everyone has a story to tell. I can support you with finding and using your voice. Maybe you are questioning past or present decisions or have “unfinished business.” Feeling overwhelmed with sadness due to a death or loss of a relationship, pet, job, or health and feeling stuck and alone. Feeling anxious because of excessive worry- feeling frozen in fear. Maybe you realize the ways you try to cope no longer serve you. Together we can collaborate, identify ways for you to self-support and develop a plan to mobilize so that you can begin healing and live a more fulfilling life.
I am formally trained in Gestalt therapy and I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist.
I believe everyone has the need to be seen and heard- everyone has a story to tell. I can support you with finding and using your voice. Maybe you are questioning past or present decisions or have “unfinished business.” Feeling overwhelmed with sadness due to a death or loss of a relationship, pet, job, or health and feeling stuck and alone. Feeling anxious because of excessive worry- feeling frozen in fear. Maybe you realize the ways you try to cope no longer serve you. Together we can collaborate, identify ways for you to self-support and develop a plan to mobilize so that you can begin healing and live a more fulfilling life.
Step by Step support offers both group and individual therapy so individuals may work out the underlying causes of their addiction problems in a comfortable and constructive environment. Individual therapy works to identify thoughts and behaviors that lead to substance abuse. Group therapy allows clients to work together on common experiences they share through their recovery and feedback with peer-to-peer input. Therapy includes: Family, Anger Management, and Interventions. We can also provide help with interventions, links to other resources in the recovery community, DUI assessments, and forensic assessments.
Step by Step support offers both group and individual therapy so individuals may work out the underlying causes of their addiction problems in a comfortable and constructive environment. Individual therapy works to identify thoughts and behaviors that lead to substance abuse. Group therapy allows clients to work together on common experiences they share through their recovery and feedback with peer-to-peer input. Therapy includes: Family, Anger Management, and Interventions. We can also provide help with interventions, links to other resources in the recovery community, DUI assessments, and forensic assessments.
Grounded in equity, vulnerability, authenticity, and empowerment, I use Gestalt Therapy, IFS, and somatic practices to help you reconnect with your body, deepen awareness, and live with more presence, intimacy, and self-trust.
I combine Gestalt Therapy, IFS, and somatic work with curiosity, care, and equity to help you explore your story, your body, and your patterns. Together, we’ll honor vulnerability, build awareness, and empower you to trust yourself - supporting a shift toward more authentic, connected, and intentional living.
Grounded in equity, vulnerability, authenticity, and empowerment, I use Gestalt Therapy, IFS, and somatic practices to help you reconnect with your body, deepen awareness, and live with more presence, intimacy, and self-trust.
I combine Gestalt Therapy, IFS, and somatic work with curiosity, care, and equity to help you explore your story, your body, and your patterns. Together, we’ll honor vulnerability, build awareness, and empower you to trust yourself - supporting a shift toward more authentic, connected, and intentional living.
Peace and Perspective Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Waitlist for new clients
Please note the location change! In these times of uncertainty, everyone could use a little support. As a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment, I'm here to support you, whether you're looking to learn how to better manage stress, a chronic health condition, heal trauma, resolve family conflict, substance abuse/dependency, grief/loss, or manage a mood disorder. We partner together to tailor therapy that addresses your individual needs. Change is always possible and I'd be honored to be a part of your journey.
Please note the location change! In these times of uncertainty, everyone could use a little support. As a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment, I'm here to support you, whether you're looking to learn how to better manage stress, a chronic health condition, heal trauma, resolve family conflict, substance abuse/dependency, grief/loss, or manage a mood disorder. We partner together to tailor therapy that addresses your individual needs. Change is always possible and I'd be honored to be a part of your journey.
Thrive Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
During this time of uncertainty and ongoing change, it is natural to feel unsettled, lost, and afraid. While we may adapt to changes in roles and responsibilities with little or no difficulty, there are times in our lives when change can cause distraction, negative feelings, and overall dissatisfaction with our lives. This is when we discover our true authentic life, within ourselves and our relationships, by engaging in therapy. Let our talented clinicians assist you with regulating emotions, finding peace within yourself during times of strife, and determining the best course of action to maintain safety in authenticity.
During this time of uncertainty and ongoing change, it is natural to feel unsettled, lost, and afraid. While we may adapt to changes in roles and responsibilities with little or no difficulty, there are times in our lives when change can cause distraction, negative feelings, and overall dissatisfaction with our lives. This is when we discover our true authentic life, within ourselves and our relationships, by engaging in therapy. Let our talented clinicians assist you with regulating emotions, finding peace within yourself during times of strife, and determining the best course of action to maintain safety in authenticity.
When we nurture and celebrate a child's inner spark, we invite healing and growth. I specialize in supporting children who experience anxiety, self-doubt, and a deep sense of not feeling “enough.” My work centers on transforming anxiety and self-criticism into confidence, curiosity, and self-acceptance.
With over ten years of experience supporting children across settings including school, community, and home, I have extensive knowledge of the educational system, behavioral health systems, and community resources. I enjoy advocating for the needs of children at school and connecting families to additional supports.
When we nurture and celebrate a child's inner spark, we invite healing and growth. I specialize in supporting children who experience anxiety, self-doubt, and a deep sense of not feeling “enough.” My work centers on transforming anxiety and self-criticism into confidence, curiosity, and self-acceptance.
With over ten years of experience supporting children across settings including school, community, and home, I have extensive knowledge of the educational system, behavioral health systems, and community resources. I enjoy advocating for the needs of children at school and connecting families to additional supports.
My approach is strengths-based, highlighting what energizes and empowers you, and rooted in Gestalt principles that explore how your past and present shape current patterns.
Whether you're navigating adolescence, adulthood, or the complex space in between, therapy offers a powerful opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. It’s not about having all the answers—it’s about creating space to explore your story, understand patterns, and move forward with honesty and compassion.
I view therapy as a collaborative process grounded in trust, respect, and curiosity. I see each person as the expert of their own experience, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you uncover insight, draw from your strengths, and build the tools to navigate life with greater clarity and confidence.
My approach is strengths-based, highlighting what energizes and empowers you, and rooted in Gestalt principles that explore how your past and present shape current patterns.
Whether you're navigating adolescence, adulthood, or the complex space in between, therapy offers a powerful opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. It’s not about having all the answers—it’s about creating space to explore your story, understand patterns, and move forward with honesty and compassion.
I view therapy as a collaborative process grounded in trust, respect, and curiosity. I see each person as the expert of their own experience, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you uncover insight, draw from your strengths, and build the tools to navigate life with greater clarity and confidence.
My goal is to walk alongside you on your healing journey not ahead of you, but with you. I believe healing and growth happen through connection, understanding, and empowerment. I don't believe in cookie-cutter solutions, because your story, your challenges, and your strengths are unique to you.
I take a person-centered approach, which means I honor your voice, your pace, and your goals. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel heard, supported, and safe to explore whatever you’re facing. I’m here to help you tap into your own resilience, uncover your strengths, and grow into the version of yourself you’re striving to become.
My goal is to walk alongside you on your healing journey not ahead of you, but with you. I believe healing and growth happen through connection, understanding, and empowerment. I don't believe in cookie-cutter solutions, because your story, your challenges, and your strengths are unique to you.
I take a person-centered approach, which means I honor your voice, your pace, and your goals. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel heard, supported, and safe to explore whatever you’re facing. I’m here to help you tap into your own resilience, uncover your strengths, and grow into the version of yourself you’re striving to become.
Do you feel like you’ve drifted away from the person you intended to be? Perhaps the weight of daily stress, a difficult transition, or old patterns has made your life feel like something you’re "managing" rather than living. It’s a lonely feeling to realize you’ve wandered off your desired path, but you don't have to find your way back in isolation.
I’m Christopher, and I specialize in helping individuals reconnect with their sense of purpose and strength. My approach is centered on the belief that therapy should be a place where you feel immediately safe, heard, and, most importantly, understood.
Do you feel like you’ve drifted away from the person you intended to be? Perhaps the weight of daily stress, a difficult transition, or old patterns has made your life feel like something you’re "managing" rather than living. It’s a lonely feeling to realize you’ve wandered off your desired path, but you don't have to find your way back in isolation.
I’m Christopher, and I specialize in helping individuals reconnect with their sense of purpose and strength. My approach is centered on the belief that therapy should be a place where you feel immediately safe, heard, and, most importantly, understood.
With foundations in Gestalt and Attachment theory, I, like many, employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques as well.
What you can expect from our first session • A Safe and Nurturing Environment • Enhanced Self-awareness • Practical Coping Strategies • Holistic Well-being • Empowerment • A Deepened Connection • Transformational Conversations In essence, sessions with me are a blend of empathy, expertise, and empowerment. Whether in a crisis, seeking strategies for specific challenges, or yearning for personal growth, our collaborative journey is designed to illuminate paths forward and cultivate enduring mental and emotional strength.
With foundations in Gestalt and Attachment theory, I, like many, employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques as well.
What you can expect from our first session • A Safe and Nurturing Environment • Enhanced Self-awareness • Practical Coping Strategies • Holistic Well-being • Empowerment • A Deepened Connection • Transformational Conversations In essence, sessions with me are a blend of empathy, expertise, and empowerment. Whether in a crisis, seeking strategies for specific challenges, or yearning for personal growth, our collaborative journey is designed to illuminate paths forward and cultivate enduring mental and emotional strength.
Maybe chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma has your nervous system stuck on high alert, so that even when life is relatively stable, you don't actually feel that way. Maybe your past experiences show up now as hypervigilance, tension, irritability, insomnia, or shutting down. Maybe you're managing burnout, depression, relationship struggles, or patterns you just can't seem to shake. Maybe you're tired of merely surviving and ready to actually feel different. With a background in social justice, many of my clients are queer folks, activists, and others for whom identity/politics/systemic context are part of their story.
Maybe chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma has your nervous system stuck on high alert, so that even when life is relatively stable, you don't actually feel that way. Maybe your past experiences show up now as hypervigilance, tension, irritability, insomnia, or shutting down. Maybe you're managing burnout, depression, relationship struggles, or patterns you just can't seem to shake. Maybe you're tired of merely surviving and ready to actually feel different. With a background in social justice, many of my clients are queer folks, activists, and others for whom identity/politics/systemic context are part of their story.
I use psychodynamic therapy to see beyond the surface toward deeper meaning, Gestalt therapy to engage the emergent physical and emotional styles that maintain our suffering, and mindfulness techniques to cut through our endless mental spirals.
A client described our therapy as “a safe, guided conversation exploring what it means for me to exist.” I like that. A safe-enough space to honor the full range of your thoughts, feelings, and relationships, to do so with curiosity and care, so you can more peacefully inhabit your body and mind. I believe that current life carries remnants of how we were shaped in childhood. What we call “symptoms” are clues of misalignment, signals that a vital aspect of us is constrained and needing fuller expression. Our task is to understand these signs, not to abolish them, but to let them breathe and grow into a fuller you.
I use psychodynamic therapy to see beyond the surface toward deeper meaning, Gestalt therapy to engage the emergent physical and emotional styles that maintain our suffering, and mindfulness techniques to cut through our endless mental spirals.
A client described our therapy as “a safe, guided conversation exploring what it means for me to exist.” I like that. A safe-enough space to honor the full range of your thoughts, feelings, and relationships, to do so with curiosity and care, so you can more peacefully inhabit your body and mind. I believe that current life carries remnants of how we were shaped in childhood. What we call “symptoms” are clues of misalignment, signals that a vital aspect of us is constrained and needing fuller expression. Our task is to understand these signs, not to abolish them, but to let them breathe and grow into a fuller you.
I enjoy working with individuals from all walks of life. My focus is to build a relationship before anything else. I provide a non-judgmental environment filled with compassion for individuals to grow into their authentic selves. There can be many barriers for us to reach the healing we have been seeking, both past and present. Some of these barriers can include current stressful situations you may be currently enduring or past unresolved trauma. Let us walk together through your healing journey, you no longer have to walk alone. You have already made the first step toward a brighter future by seeking support.
I enjoy working with individuals from all walks of life. My focus is to build a relationship before anything else. I provide a non-judgmental environment filled with compassion for individuals to grow into their authentic selves. There can be many barriers for us to reach the healing we have been seeking, both past and present. Some of these barriers can include current stressful situations you may be currently enduring or past unresolved trauma. Let us walk together through your healing journey, you no longer have to walk alone. You have already made the first step toward a brighter future by seeking support.
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Gestalt Therapists
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behavior, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.