What is Gestalt Therapy?

What is Gestalt Therapy and Who’s It Good For?

Have you ever felt like you’re going through life on autopilot — kind of disconnected from your thoughts and feelings? That’s exactly the kind of thing Gestalt therapy can help with. It’s a hands-on, present-moment therapy that invites you to tune into what you’re feeling right now so you can feel more whole, more aware, and more yourself.

What’s Gestalt Therapy About?

Developed by Fritz Perls and friends back in the 1940s, Gestalt therapy is all about helping you understand yourself as a whole — your thoughts, emotions, body, and actions. Instead of digging endlessly into your past, Gestalt therapy keeps the focus mostly on the present. It’s less about analyzing your childhood and more about noticing what’s going on in the here-and-now so you can make real, meaningful changes.

Who’s It Good For?

Gestalt therapy can be a great fit for people who:

Want to grow their self-awareness and emotional insight

Feel stuck, stressed, or disconnected

Struggle with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues

Have “unfinished business” they’d like to work through

Prefer hands-on, interactive sessions (role-play, empty chair exercises, and more)

Why Give It a Try?

If you like the idea of therapy that feels active, engaging, and grounded in the present moment, Gestalt might be a great option for you. It’s all about you as a whole person — helping you discover new ways to show up more fully and live with greater purpose and connection.