Gestalt therapists in El Centro, CA
Browse Gestalt therapists in El Centro, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Gestalt
Chris Tickner
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Compassionate, non-judgmental therapy that works! Dr. Tickner has been helping people live the life they deserve and have the relationships they want for over 25 years. His approach brings together the best from the worlds of cognitive therapy, couples counseling, individual therapy, mindfulness/meditation, somatic psychology, trauma therapy, and neuroscience.
30 Years Experience
Online in El Centro, CA
Gestalt
Chris Doorley
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT, MA
I'm a Humanistic psychotherapist seeing individuals both in-person in Mill Valley, CA, and online for people anywhere in California. My approach encourages people to meet each moment with their full capacity. In session, work includes bolstering emotional regulation, practicing awareness of mind and body, and getting curious with what may be possible. I love to work with people who are creative, motivated, and independent.
8 Years Experience
Online in El Centro, CA
Gestalt
Carly Pollack
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Are you caring, competent, and overly-responsible? Secretly exhausted from chronic stress, burnout, and guilt that creeps into everything? You can't "just relax," because everything will fall apart, so you also can't stop giving to others. Maybe this need for control is actually a need for safety, rooted in old wounds and unaddressed trauma. And your "sensitivity" and anger? Totally valid. You want an easier, more confident life. More security, love, and energy in your relationships, with less irritation and resentment. You can have it. With personalized therapy, you can live with less control and more comfort.
5 Years Experience
Online in El Centro, CA
Gestalt
Kristin Robert
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
At a personal level, I value substance over presentation, meaningful connection over polished appearances, and honesty delivered with care. I am curious about people, loyal in my relationships, and rarely interested in the easy or rehearsed answer. I appreciate intelligence, humor, directness, and the kind of conversation that makes time disappear.
My life has made me attentive to what people carry quietly and to the distance that can exist between how a life appears and how it actually feels. I believe in accountability without shame, depth without intensity for its own sake, and care that respects autonomy. I have a deep respect for the courage it takes to question what we have inherited, live with greater intention, and build something honest from the experiences that have changed us.
I am committed to showing up thoughtfully and consistently, honoring the responsibility that comes with being invited into someone’s inner life. This work matters to me because it offers the possibility of greater clarity, connection, and integrity, both within ourselves and in how we relate to others. I believe there is something quietly powerful about understanding yourself well enough to make choices rooted in truth rather than fear, expectation, or approval.
3 Years Experience
Online in El Centro, CA
Gestalt
Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
You may be finding that things that used to feel manageable no longer do. You’re overthinking more, feeling anxious or on edge, or noticing you’re either reacting quickly or shutting down altogether. You might feel disconnected from yourself, unsure why you feel “off,” or frustrated that you can’t seem to get back to how you used to be. In your relationship, you may be having the same conversations on repeat, feeling unheard, or struggling to stay connected despite your efforts. For many, this is happening alongside a major life shift—like perimenopause, burnout, or changes in identity—that’s hard to fully put into words but deeply felt.
I specialize in working with women and couples navigating high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship challenges, and life transitions, including perimenopause. These experiences can impact not only your sense of self, but also how you show up in your relationships, often leading to repeated conflict, emotional distance, or difficulty communicating in a way that actually feels productive.
My approach to therapy is both compassionate and focused. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as ACT, CBT, psychodynamic, Gestalt, somatic, and Gottman-informed couples therapy. We begin by helping you feel more grounded and regulated, so you’re not just talking about your experiences, but are able to work with them in a meaningful way. From there, we explore the underlying patterns driving what you’re experiencing and focus on creating lasting, practical change.
Therapy with me is collaborative, direct, and tailored to you. The goal is not just insight, but helping you feel more like yourself again—clearer, more connected, and better able to navigate your life and relationships.
2 Years Experience
Online in El Centro, CA
Gestalt Therapy therapists in El Centro, CA Statistics
Gestalt Therapy therapists in El Centro, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (71%), and Trauma and PTSD (69%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
54%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Depression |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Self Esteem |
| 63% | Stress |
| 59% | Loss or Grief |
| 56% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 59% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Teen |
| 49% | Senior |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 53% | Men |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 31% | Asian |