Gestalt Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
My ideal client may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain while managing anxiety, burnout, ADHD, depression, low self-esteem, or PTSD. They are seeking a supportive space where they feel heard, validated, and encouraged. They value a collaborative approach that offers practical skills while also honoring their faith, values, and purpose. Their goals often include finding greater peace, clarity, and confidence, strengthening coping skills, and aligning healing with what matters most to them.
My ideal client may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain while managing anxiety, burnout, ADHD, depression, low self-esteem, or PTSD. They are seeking a supportive space where they feel heard, validated, and encouraged. They value a collaborative approach that offers practical skills while also honoring their faith, values, and purpose. Their goals often include finding greater peace, clarity, and confidence, strengthening coping skills, and aligning healing with what matters most to them.
As a recovering person myself, I understand the web of addiction. I also understand how breaking the cycle of addiction can bring you freedom. If your life is emotionally, spiritually and physically bankrupt spiraling out of control from drugs and/or alcohol, I am here to assist. I value working with each individual and meet them where they are at "it's about Nourishing Choices." I'm passionate, respectful, and nonjudgmental manner to empower you to meet your goals. I have an unconditional positive regard approach to counseling. That will encourage you to change your lifestyle. Call me today to get started.
As a recovering person myself, I understand the web of addiction. I also understand how breaking the cycle of addiction can bring you freedom. If your life is emotionally, spiritually and physically bankrupt spiraling out of control from drugs and/or alcohol, I am here to assist. I value working with each individual and meet them where they are at "it's about Nourishing Choices." I'm passionate, respectful, and nonjudgmental manner to empower you to meet your goals. I have an unconditional positive regard approach to counseling. That will encourage you to change your lifestyle. Call me today to get started.
ONE9 Trauma & Behavioral Health Counseling Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Milwaukee, WI 53212
An ideal client is a person that is open to working on their mental health concerns. One that is willing to engage with the therapist, build a report, make sacrifices, and take the necessary risk to get better.
An ideal client is a person that is open to working on their mental health concerns. One that is willing to engage with the therapist, build a report, make sacrifices, and take the necessary risk to get better.
I draw on my training in mindfulness based Complex-PTSD (including Gestalt, EFT, and NARM) to create a therapy space that centers you.
I want to help you live a purpose led, pleasure-full life. As a relationship therapist I work with couples and individuals. With couples: I help partners reconnect, learn more effective communication, and rebuild trust. Often I work with issues around commitment, co-parenting, and life transitions. With individuals: I support all of your relationships, whether you’re wanting to find love, deepen friendships, or understand your family. I also help with managing anxiety and depression, spiritual/religious trauma, and healing from challenging childhoods.
I draw on my training in mindfulness based Complex-PTSD (including Gestalt, EFT, and NARM) to create a therapy space that centers you.
I want to help you live a purpose led, pleasure-full life. As a relationship therapist I work with couples and individuals. With couples: I help partners reconnect, learn more effective communication, and rebuild trust. Often I work with issues around commitment, co-parenting, and life transitions. With individuals: I support all of your relationships, whether you’re wanting to find love, deepen friendships, or understand your family. I also help with managing anxiety and depression, spiritual/religious trauma, and healing from challenging childhoods.
I believe in your inherent wisdom and healing abilities, and my approach is both collaborative and nurturing. When dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or any other concerns, it's essential to explore and release the stress and apprehension stored in your body. My background as a yoga instructor, along with my understanding of movement, breath, and mindfulness, is integrated into our therapy sessions, allowing you to gain the maximum benefit from our time together. This approach can help you regulate your nervous system, cultivate self-awareness, and restore a sense of wholeness, enabling you to be at your best.
I believe in your inherent wisdom and healing abilities, and my approach is both collaborative and nurturing. When dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or any other concerns, it's essential to explore and release the stress and apprehension stored in your body. My background as a yoga instructor, along with my understanding of movement, breath, and mindfulness, is integrated into our therapy sessions, allowing you to gain the maximum benefit from our time together. This approach can help you regulate your nervous system, cultivate self-awareness, and restore a sense of wholeness, enabling you to be at your best.
I am strongly influenced by both Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Gestalt Therapy.
I work with couples & individuals, especially around anxiety, depression, and trauma. I trained in Focusing, a somatic mindfulness technique. Combining Focusing with Art Therapy provides a powerful way through what is troubling you into an enhanced, healthy, life. I believe healing happens when we make connections with another person where we can be ourselves, feel valued, listened to, and cared for. Working with a therapist can be a way to access the healing you desire and deserve.
I am strongly influenced by both Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Gestalt Therapy.
I work with couples & individuals, especially around anxiety, depression, and trauma. I trained in Focusing, a somatic mindfulness technique. Combining Focusing with Art Therapy provides a powerful way through what is troubling you into an enhanced, healthy, life. I believe healing happens when we make connections with another person where we can be ourselves, feel valued, listened to, and cared for. Working with a therapist can be a way to access the healing you desire and deserve.
Darcy Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CH, RMT, RScP
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and honest. I believe in creating a space where we can explore what’s truly helpful for you—blending evidence-based techniques with intuitive, holistic practices to meet your unique needs and goals. With a background in EMDR, brain spotting, hypnosis, meditation, and as a Reiki Master-Teacher, I offer a wide range of perspectives and tools to support your healing. My diverse background and a wide range of therapeutic skills allow me to meet you where you are, and support you in managing your mental health while working towards your goals in a way that is authentic and collaborative.
My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and honest. I believe in creating a space where we can explore what’s truly helpful for you—blending evidence-based techniques with intuitive, holistic practices to meet your unique needs and goals. With a background in EMDR, brain spotting, hypnosis, meditation, and as a Reiki Master-Teacher, I offer a wide range of perspectives and tools to support your healing. My diverse background and a wide range of therapeutic skills allow me to meet you where you are, and support you in managing your mental health while working towards your goals in a way that is authentic and collaborative.
Providing Quality Mental Health Counseling, Alcohol and Drug Counseling, medical/medication services, pharmacy services, and family support services such as housing, daily living skills, educational/ academic services, parenting and nurturing to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. ***We accept most ALL insurances and private pay*** Call us at 414-455-3879 or email us at clinic@amricounseling.com to schedule an appointment.
Providing Quality Mental Health Counseling, Alcohol and Drug Counseling, medical/medication services, pharmacy services, and family support services such as housing, daily living skills, educational/ academic services, parenting and nurturing to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. ***We accept most ALL insurances and private pay*** Call us at 414-455-3879 or email us at clinic@amricounseling.com to schedule an appointment.
It’s time to enjoy life again.
Caitie works with highly motivated individual adults and couples, helping them navigate trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, women’s health issues, and sex-related concerns - so they can live the life they want.
She's trained in EMDR, which facilitates the reprocessing of distressing experiences so they lose their emotional charge and stop interfering with your life. Some specialty treatment areas include trauma in the forms of medical, religious, interpersonal, childhood, and one-time traumatic events and phobias.
It’s time to enjoy life again.
Caitie works with highly motivated individual adults and couples, helping them navigate trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, women’s health issues, and sex-related concerns - so they can live the life they want.
She's trained in EMDR, which facilitates the reprocessing of distressing experiences so they lose their emotional charge and stop interfering with your life. Some specialty treatment areas include trauma in the forms of medical, religious, interpersonal, childhood, and one-time traumatic events and phobias.
I have worked in the field of Mental Health Counseling for over 25 years and have extensive experience working with adults, families, adolescents and children. I received much of my clinical training and experience working in inpatient hospital, residential treatment and outpatient treatment settings. During that time I held a variety of professional positions, received quality supervision and completed my Masters Degree in Community Counseling.
I have worked in the field of Mental Health Counseling for over 25 years and have extensive experience working with adults, families, adolescents and children. I received much of my clinical training and experience working in inpatient hospital, residential treatment and outpatient treatment settings. During that time I held a variety of professional positions, received quality supervision and completed my Masters Degree in Community Counseling.
I'm an LPC. I combine trauma-informed care, evidence-based therapy, and culturally responsive insight to guide you toward healing, growth, and emotional wellness. My goal is to help you walk out of each session feeling seen, empowered, and better equipped to tackle life's challenges.
I'm an LPC. I combine trauma-informed care, evidence-based therapy, and culturally responsive insight to guide you toward healing, growth, and emotional wellness. My goal is to help you walk out of each session feeling seen, empowered, and better equipped to tackle life's challenges.
Avian Psychotherapy is a safe place for people of all ages and walks of life to reflect, heal, learn new skills, and let go of old burdens. Having fostered and adopted myself, I am particularly skilled to assist foster and adoptive family needs. I also use play, expressive arts, sand tray and music to assist in therapy. First responders, gender non conforming, clients with anxiety, depression, thought and mood disorders, are particularly welcome. I am located in the east side of Milwaukee near the lake. I also offer really good coffee and tea. Just saying.
Avian Psychotherapy is a safe place for people of all ages and walks of life to reflect, heal, learn new skills, and let go of old burdens. Having fostered and adopted myself, I am particularly skilled to assist foster and adoptive family needs. I also use play, expressive arts, sand tray and music to assist in therapy. First responders, gender non conforming, clients with anxiety, depression, thought and mood disorders, are particularly welcome. I am located in the east side of Milwaukee near the lake. I also offer really good coffee and tea. Just saying.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying things on your own. Perhaps anxiety won’t quiet down, past experiences are affecting your present, relationships feel difficult, or a major life transition has left you unsure of what comes next. I welcome children, teens, adults, and couples seeking support with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic stress, identity, substance use, and relationship concerns. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface, build on your strengths, and find meaningful ways to help you move forward.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying things on your own. Perhaps anxiety won’t quiet down, past experiences are affecting your present, relationships feel difficult, or a major life transition has left you unsure of what comes next. I welcome children, teens, adults, and couples seeking support with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic stress, identity, substance use, and relationship concerns. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface, build on your strengths, and find meaningful ways to help you move forward.
Are you depressed, easily angered, or stressed out? My name is Shannon Smith with SLS Counseling Group, LLC, specializing in providing high quality behavioral and mental health services. I am a licensed Psychotherapist, Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor and Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and I am committed to building self-esteem, improving decision making, thought process and developing appropriate coping skills to adults in the community. I focus on individual therapy, which ranges from academic underachievement to substance abuse. Each individual has a trait to be resilient and the inherent capability of achieving goals.
Are you depressed, easily angered, or stressed out? My name is Shannon Smith with SLS Counseling Group, LLC, specializing in providing high quality behavioral and mental health services. I am a licensed Psychotherapist, Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor and Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and I am committed to building self-esteem, improving decision making, thought process and developing appropriate coping skills to adults in the community. I focus on individual therapy, which ranges from academic underachievement to substance abuse. Each individual has a trait to be resilient and the inherent capability of achieving goals.
Stephany Pruitt, MS, THD, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, THD, LPC
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53216
"Hope motivates Change." Careful Balance of evidenced-based therapy's, holistic approaches, and spirituality, in ways that offer more optimal recovery and functioning. Treating the whole person rather than just symptom relief. Person Centered, Recovery-Orientated Care. Helping to build on strengths, resilience, and manage recovery. Help to provide wellness skills that encourage relapse prevention and re-build social skills where possible. Some approaches include trauma informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, Rogerian, Stages of Change, Motivational Interveiwing and natural alternatives-when and where possible.
"Hope motivates Change." Careful Balance of evidenced-based therapy's, holistic approaches, and spirituality, in ways that offer more optimal recovery and functioning. Treating the whole person rather than just symptom relief. Person Centered, Recovery-Orientated Care. Helping to build on strengths, resilience, and manage recovery. Help to provide wellness skills that encourage relapse prevention and re-build social skills where possible. Some approaches include trauma informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, Rogerian, Stages of Change, Motivational Interveiwing and natural alternatives-when and where possible.
Therapy is a place for you to name areas of pain, a place to feel without judgment, and a place to reclaim what is yours. Shame is the source of so much of this pain and judgment, convincing you that you are broken. Shame is often so intertwined with sexuality because of the societal silence around the topic. Perhaps sex is painful, perhaps you are more aware of others desires than your own, perhaps you feel empty from running on fumes and enjoyment is the last thing on your mind. Whatever the reason, engaging your sexual health can help overall wellness, and ultimately be the way back into relationship with yourself!
Therapy is a place for you to name areas of pain, a place to feel without judgment, and a place to reclaim what is yours. Shame is the source of so much of this pain and judgment, convincing you that you are broken. Shame is often so intertwined with sexuality because of the societal silence around the topic. Perhaps sex is painful, perhaps you are more aware of others desires than your own, perhaps you feel empty from running on fumes and enjoyment is the last thing on your mind. Whatever the reason, engaging your sexual health can help overall wellness, and ultimately be the way back into relationship with yourself!
I am a multicultural individual who sees each person's struggle. I invite you to reach out if you are searching for a therapist who can understand your cultural background and looking for a warm and nonjudgmental environment. I am a therapist trained in trauma-informed care, so I focus heavily on strength-building and reframing the story that each person has experienced. Additionally, I have a background in the creative arts, so my creativity often helps in an experiential lens to ensure each person has a treatment tailored to them.
I am a multicultural individual who sees each person's struggle. I invite you to reach out if you are searching for a therapist who can understand your cultural background and looking for a warm and nonjudgmental environment. I am a therapist trained in trauma-informed care, so I focus heavily on strength-building and reframing the story that each person has experienced. Additionally, I have a background in the creative arts, so my creativity often helps in an experiential lens to ensure each person has a treatment tailored to them.
At the end of the day, therapy is a space for anyone who is curious. Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, trauma, or simply a sense that something feels wrong, real change can begin by turning toward our experience rather than away from it.
In session, I help people get to know how they experience their pain — right here, right now. The more we understand what is happening inside and what gets in the way of noticing it, the more we discover what matters to us, what is good for us, and what we truly want. So much of our suffering can shift when we find this solid ground.
At the end of the day, therapy is a space for anyone who is curious. Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, trauma, or simply a sense that something feels wrong, real change can begin by turning toward our experience rather than away from it.
In session, I help people get to know how they experience their pain — right here, right now. The more we understand what is happening inside and what gets in the way of noticing it, the more we discover what matters to us, what is good for us, and what we truly want. So much of our suffering can shift when we find this solid ground.
My approach integrates evidence-based modalities including DBT, Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to support meaningful, lasting change.
As an African American therapist, I understand how important it is to feel seen, heard, and understood in therapy. I take the time to truly listen and collaborate with each client. we focus on your goals, not just a preset treatment plan. Together, we’ll create space for healing that honors your voice and values.
My approach integrates evidence-based modalities including DBT, Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to support meaningful, lasting change.
As an African American therapist, I understand how important it is to feel seen, heard, and understood in therapy. I take the time to truly listen and collaborate with each client. we focus on your goals, not just a preset treatment plan. Together, we’ll create space for healing that honors your voice and values.
I am sincere about providing my clients the space and safety they need to feel understood and supported. I work well with clients who are ready to uncover the deeper patterns and unconscious habits that often block our access to long-term growth and wellbeing. I encourage a journey of self discovery and help to evoke deeper self-acceptance and self-compassion. I take an active and engaged role in the therapeutic process. My clients and I work collaboratively to create solutions and develop small changes that add up to larger transformation, insight, wisdom, healthier behaviors and greater well being.
I am sincere about providing my clients the space and safety they need to feel understood and supported. I work well with clients who are ready to uncover the deeper patterns and unconscious habits that often block our access to long-term growth and wellbeing. I encourage a journey of self discovery and help to evoke deeper self-acceptance and self-compassion. I take an active and engaged role in the therapeutic process. My clients and I work collaboratively to create solutions and develop small changes that add up to larger transformation, insight, wisdom, healthier behaviors and greater well being.
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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.