Gestalt Therapists in Tumwater, WA
Steve Williams has been in private practice for 31 years. He seeks to provide professional and respectful psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and adolescents for issues such as: Marital Conflict/Communication, Infidelity, Couples Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Depression, and Anxiety including: OCD, Generalized, Panic, PTSD, and Social Phobia. Steve also treats Anger, Addictions, Trauma, and Childhood Abuse. He uses a direct method to provide effective interpretations and tools for developing a healthy individual self and a healthy couple closeness.
Steve Williams has been in private practice for 31 years. He seeks to provide professional and respectful psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and adolescents for issues such as: Marital Conflict/Communication, Infidelity, Couples Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Depression, and Anxiety including: OCD, Generalized, Panic, PTSD, and Social Phobia. Steve also treats Anger, Addictions, Trauma, and Childhood Abuse. He uses a direct method to provide effective interpretations and tools for developing a healthy individual self and a healthy couple closeness.
I am passionate about helping clients heal and transform through an eco-art therapeutic approach that combines art, nature and play. Working and playing in a natural setting, I offer a variety of mediums to encourage growth, both indoors and out. This allows an emergent and imaginative approach to therapy that adapts to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple, family and group. Moving from sand tray to clay, collage to art journaling, clients can walk outdoors on paths that meander past waterways and through old growth forests. With labyrinths, meditative walks and an enormous sound chamber, I offer many creative outlets.
I am passionate about helping clients heal and transform through an eco-art therapeutic approach that combines art, nature and play. Working and playing in a natural setting, I offer a variety of mediums to encourage growth, both indoors and out. This allows an emergent and imaginative approach to therapy that adapts to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple, family and group. Moving from sand tray to clay, collage to art journaling, clients can walk outdoors on paths that meander past waterways and through old growth forests. With labyrinths, meditative walks and an enormous sound chamber, I offer many creative outlets.
I utilize approaches such as Gestalt, parts work, trauma-focused modalities, DBT, and ACT in sessions.
The decision to start counseling can be daunting and I want to congratulate you in taking the first steps! My name is Brie Scott and I’m an LGBTQ+ Licensed Counselor in both Washington and Idaho. My specialties include but are not limited to: Trauma, ADHD/Autism, Depression, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+ topics, as well as other mood disorders/diagnoses. When we meet, our sessions will focus on your concerns and needs and how counseling can best support you!
Please feel free to reach out via email or phone for a free 15 minute consultation!
I utilize approaches such as Gestalt, parts work, trauma-focused modalities, DBT, and ACT in sessions.
The decision to start counseling can be daunting and I want to congratulate you in taking the first steps! My name is Brie Scott and I’m an LGBTQ+ Licensed Counselor in both Washington and Idaho. My specialties include but are not limited to: Trauma, ADHD/Autism, Depression, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+ topics, as well as other mood disorders/diagnoses. When we meet, our sessions will focus on your concerns and needs and how counseling can best support you!
Please feel free to reach out via email or phone for a free 15 minute consultation!
We'll work together, and I will facilitate the sessions based on my studies in CBT, solution-focused therapy, play therapy, Gestalt psychotherapy, and relational Gestalt therapy.
I help parents and caregivers have a better relationship with their 3 to 12-year-old children. I will work with you and your child to create a stronger relationship by assisting you in understanding your child's behaviors. Understanding why your child behaves in a certain way will allow you to respond to them in a more attuned, empathetic, and responsive way.
We'll work together, and I will facilitate the sessions based on my studies in CBT, solution-focused therapy, play therapy, Gestalt psychotherapy, and relational Gestalt therapy.
I help parents and caregivers have a better relationship with their 3 to 12-year-old children. I will work with you and your child to create a stronger relationship by assisting you in understanding your child's behaviors. Understanding why your child behaves in a certain way will allow you to respond to them in a more attuned, empathetic, and responsive way.
The LICSW is the top tier of licensure for the profession of social work. It signifies expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders based on advanced knowledge of human development, the causation and treatment of psychopathology, psychotherapeutic treatment practices, and social work practice as defined in advanced social work. I've practiced as a therapist for 17 years which allows me to guide therapy quickly toward the results you deserve.
The LICSW is the top tier of licensure for the profession of social work. It signifies expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders based on advanced knowledge of human development, the causation and treatment of psychopathology, psychotherapeutic treatment practices, and social work practice as defined in advanced social work. I've practiced as a therapist for 17 years which allows me to guide therapy quickly toward the results you deserve.
You know a lot about yourself already. You’re highly capable of insight and self-awareness. You’ve also learned a lot about relationships, systems, and the mind. Yet still, you are suffering. You want to experience more joy, pleasure, and peace, but you might doubt that it’s possible for you.
The truth is, I don’t know what is missing for you, but I can help you find out. Together we will explore your experiences, make discoveries, face hard things, and work towards a more joyful you.
I want you to love yourself and your life. I believe I can help.
You know a lot about yourself already. You’re highly capable of insight and self-awareness. You’ve also learned a lot about relationships, systems, and the mind. Yet still, you are suffering. You want to experience more joy, pleasure, and peace, but you might doubt that it’s possible for you.
The truth is, I don’t know what is missing for you, but I can help you find out. Together we will explore your experiences, make discoveries, face hard things, and work towards a more joyful you.
I want you to love yourself and your life. I believe I can help.
Life's transitions can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Like a chrysalis, therapy offers a protected space for reflection, healing, and growth. I work with adults navigating trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, neurodivergence, and life changes who are ready to reconnect with themselves and move forward.
Life's transitions can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Like a chrysalis, therapy offers a protected space for reflection, healing, and growth. I work with adults navigating trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, neurodivergence, and life changes who are ready to reconnect with themselves and move forward.
Please see website or reach out for additional information about services in CA.
I provide treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment difficulties, and much more. I work with you to create an individualized treatment plan to target your specific needs, while utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques (e.g., CBT, EFT, Solution Focused, Trauma-Focused CBT). I also have extensive specialty training in psychological and neuropsychological testing, particularly with children and adolescents.
Please see website or reach out for additional information about services in CA.
I provide treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment difficulties, and much more. I work with you to create an individualized treatment plan to target your specific needs, while utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques (e.g., CBT, EFT, Solution Focused, Trauma-Focused CBT). I also have extensive specialty training in psychological and neuropsychological testing, particularly with children and adolescents.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. Feeling lost? Struggling with big emotions, relationship challenges, or uncertain sense of self? Together we can create a space where you can take off the mask and feel seen.
As a licensed social worker and therapist, I can help you better understand your patterns so you can make choices that align with your values and free yourself from the cycle of fear or shame.
I provide gender-affirming and neurodivergent-affirming care and specialize working with clients with ADHD.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. Feeling lost? Struggling with big emotions, relationship challenges, or uncertain sense of self? Together we can create a space where you can take off the mask and feel seen.
As a licensed social worker and therapist, I can help you better understand your patterns so you can make choices that align with your values and free yourself from the cycle of fear or shame.
I provide gender-affirming and neurodivergent-affirming care and specialize working with clients with ADHD.
Are you feeling stuck, confused...and don’t know how to move forward? I now offer A.R.T. or Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Brainspotting in addition to Clinical Hypnotherapy and Past Life Regression. All are truly unique ways of healing and finding relief. Clients are reporting less anxiety, less repetitive thinking, and more calm. More ability to self-regulate and move forward in relationships, work and life. I am also now offering services as a Death Doula. Ask me about that.
Are you feeling stuck, confused...and don’t know how to move forward? I now offer A.R.T. or Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Brainspotting in addition to Clinical Hypnotherapy and Past Life Regression. All are truly unique ways of healing and finding relief. Clients are reporting less anxiety, less repetitive thinking, and more calm. More ability to self-regulate and move forward in relationships, work and life. I am also now offering services as a Death Doula. Ask me about that.
Many times in our lives we believe that overcoming obstacles is like attempting the impossible. We continue to feel lonely, make the same mistakes, and have the same fears, self- doubts that eventually cause us to believe that life will always be the same. Counseling can assist you in making the changes that you desire in your life. Providing you the opportunity to explore new avenues in which you might not have believed before. This journey may not be easy; however, it is one that can bring out the change you have been longing for.
Many times in our lives we believe that overcoming obstacles is like attempting the impossible. We continue to feel lonely, make the same mistakes, and have the same fears, self- doubts that eventually cause us to believe that life will always be the same. Counseling can assist you in making the changes that you desire in your life. Providing you the opportunity to explore new avenues in which you might not have believed before. This journey may not be easy; however, it is one that can bring out the change you have been longing for.
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. I get excited about helping people find their personal path of growth, healing, and self-discovery. I want to help you feel supported just as you are. I affirm all identities and relationship expressions and want to help you find more comfort and empowerment in your life.
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. I get excited about helping people find their personal path of growth, healing, and self-discovery. I want to help you feel supported just as you are. I affirm all identities and relationship expressions and want to help you find more comfort and empowerment in your life.
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Reaching out to another is often a courageous 1st step in initiating beneficial change. Everyone has within them an essential wisdom that can be accessed to grow, heal, & fully develop. By exploring current difficulties & concerns in a supportive environment, my clients and I tailor an approach uniquely suited to addressing their needs. As we attune to essential matters, we discover new ways of seeing life situations, communicating, and responding to them. My practice includes individual & relationship counseling in the context of our keen attachment needs for connection & belonging. Authentic, responsive & engaged caring heals.
Reaching out to another is often a courageous 1st step in initiating beneficial change. Everyone has within them an essential wisdom that can be accessed to grow, heal, & fully develop. By exploring current difficulties & concerns in a supportive environment, my clients and I tailor an approach uniquely suited to addressing their needs. As we attune to essential matters, we discover new ways of seeing life situations, communicating, and responding to them. My practice includes individual & relationship counseling in the context of our keen attachment needs for connection & belonging. Authentic, responsive & engaged caring heals.
This is a no shame, no blame zone where you will be heard. If you ask yourself "what's wrong with me" or hear it from others, it's the wrong question. The right question is "what has happened to you?" Trauma and grief reactions are normal human responses, not pathological diagnoses. But no one is born knowing how to deal with them- not you, not your best friend. Asking for help is the first step to healing. I'm a seasoned Grief Therapist, Certified Trauma Professional and EFT (Tapping) Expert who will collaborate with you to help you clear away the chaos to a more peaceful, productive life. Good therapy works. Give a call now.
This is a no shame, no blame zone where you will be heard. If you ask yourself "what's wrong with me" or hear it from others, it's the wrong question. The right question is "what has happened to you?" Trauma and grief reactions are normal human responses, not pathological diagnoses. But no one is born knowing how to deal with them- not you, not your best friend. Asking for help is the first step to healing. I'm a seasoned Grief Therapist, Certified Trauma Professional and EFT (Tapping) Expert who will collaborate with you to help you clear away the chaos to a more peaceful, productive life. Good therapy works. Give a call now.
I use client-centered, mindfulness gestalt, meditation, spiritual direction, centering prayer, and the enneagram as the basis of my work.
This Sky, where we live is no place to lose your wings, so love, love, Love.- Hafiz . My specialty is working with clients who have a desire to incorporate a contemplative (meditation) spiritual practice while working on pressing psychological issues. Relationship, depression, a general malaise, career questions, spirituality, meditation, personal growth? I welcome work on all these..feel free to give me a call, and we can see if it is a fit..
I use client-centered, mindfulness gestalt, meditation, spiritual direction, centering prayer, and the enneagram as the basis of my work.
This Sky, where we live is no place to lose your wings, so love, love, Love.- Hafiz . My specialty is working with clients who have a desire to incorporate a contemplative (meditation) spiritual practice while working on pressing psychological issues. Relationship, depression, a general malaise, career questions, spirituality, meditation, personal growth? I welcome work on all these..feel free to give me a call, and we can see if it is a fit..
We all experience speed bumps during our life journey. Though it may seem we are "lost"unsure of I believe the powers we are looking for are inside YOU! One simply needs to be validated, and to strengthen the emotional "muscles" that have grown weak--just as we exercise our bodies and our minds, we must exercise our emotional I truly believe we can not experience long term health unless we pay close attention to our Mind, Body and Spirit--the Emotional; our humanness. when we honor our truths, we will achieve our Authentic Self! I look forward to helping guide you towards your personal, goals. NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF YOU
We all experience speed bumps during our life journey. Though it may seem we are "lost"unsure of I believe the powers we are looking for are inside YOU! One simply needs to be validated, and to strengthen the emotional "muscles" that have grown weak--just as we exercise our bodies and our minds, we must exercise our emotional I truly believe we can not experience long term health unless we pay close attention to our Mind, Body and Spirit--the Emotional; our humanness. when we honor our truths, we will achieve our Authentic Self! I look forward to helping guide you towards your personal, goals. NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF YOU
You might be in the midst of a transition, a rupture, or relational pain. You're ready to look beneath the surface; to understand your patterns, reclaim your voice, and feel more alive in your relationships and your body. You long for more clarity. In our work together, you'll find a boundaried, compassionate space to explore the truth of your experience, connect with your body, inner knowing, and shift what's no longer serving you. You don't have to perform here. Together we'll explore what matters most to you and what wants to emerge. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to dig deep and heal from the inside out.
You might be in the midst of a transition, a rupture, or relational pain. You're ready to look beneath the surface; to understand your patterns, reclaim your voice, and feel more alive in your relationships and your body. You long for more clarity. In our work together, you'll find a boundaried, compassionate space to explore the truth of your experience, connect with your body, inner knowing, and shift what's no longer serving you. You don't have to perform here. Together we'll explore what matters most to you and what wants to emerge. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to dig deep and heal from the inside out.
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Are you often the go-to person for others, or perhaps you describe yourself as a "people pleaser"? I enjoy helping people build healthier boundaries, reconnect with themselves, and cultivate self trust.
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Are you often the go-to person for others, or perhaps you describe yourself as a "people pleaser"? I enjoy helping people build healthier boundaries, reconnect with themselves, and cultivate self trust.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling to move past painful memories, stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences, exhausted from carrying so much on your own, or finding it hard to connect with others in meaningful ways? I work with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, offering a supportive and culturally sensitive space to heal. Using EMDR and evidence-based approaches, I help clients better understand their experiences, develop effective coping tools, and build resilience so they can feel more grounded, confident, and in control of their lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling to move past painful memories, stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences, exhausted from carrying so much on your own, or finding it hard to connect with others in meaningful ways? I work with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, offering a supportive and culturally sensitive space to heal. Using EMDR and evidence-based approaches, I help clients better understand their experiences, develop effective coping tools, and build resilience so they can feel more grounded, confident, and in control of their lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, past trauma or repetitive patterns that just don’t work? I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting adults in navigating life’s challenges. My approach to therapy is person-centered and existential. I am here as a guide, a support, a confidant and partner in helping you overcome the obstacles to expressing your best authentic self.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, past trauma or repetitive patterns that just don’t work? I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting adults in navigating life’s challenges. My approach to therapy is person-centered and existential. I am here as a guide, a support, a confidant and partner in helping you overcome the obstacles to expressing your best authentic self.
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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.