Gestalt & Somatic Psychotherapy
Healing by experiencing the present moment as it happens in your body
Gestalt therapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on the present moment. It emphasizes whole-person awareness, meaning it looks at how thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and the surrounding environment all interact. Here are some key aspects of Gestalt therapy:
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Focus on the "Here and Now"
Gestalt therapy encourages clients to focus on their current experiences, thoughts, and feelings.
Body Awareness
It encourages clients to become more aware of their bodily sensations and how they relate to their emotions.
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Experiential Learning
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It emphasizes learning through direct experience, such as role-playing or empty chair techniques.
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Somatic therapy is a body-centered approach to mental health that emphasizes the connection between mind and body. It recognizes that our emotional experiences are not just mental events, but are also deeply rooted in our physical sensations. It focuses on:
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Mind-Body Connection
It acknowledges that trauma and other emotional experiences can be stored in the body as physical sensations like tension, pain, or numbness.
Trauma Resolution
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It focuses on helping individuals release stored trauma from the body by gently guiding them to become aware of these physical sensations and gradually process them.
Self-Regulation
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It emphasizes developing self-regulation skills to manage stress and emotions, such as grounding techniques, breathwork, and mindful movement.