Gestalt therapists in Merrillville, IN
Browse Gestalt therapists in Merrillville, Indiana. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Gestalt
Zachariah Crooks @ Inner Harmony
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, ACHT, CGT, HFRM
My approach to therapy is deeply holistic, heart-centered, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. I create a safe, compassionate space where healing happens through deep emotional work, mindfulness, and transformative hypnotherapy. Clients often share that they feel truly seen, heard, and supported in our work together. If you're ready to release old patterns, heal inner wounds, and step into a more empowered, authentic version of yourself, I would be honored to walk beside you on your journey.
15 Years Experience
Online in Merrillville, IN
Gestalt
Stacy Lepley
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CBC
Choosing to step into therapy is a profound act of courage. If you are arriving here feeling fractured, exhausted by systemic pressures, or disconnected from your own sense of peace, I want to welcome you just as you are. I believe that therapy is an equal, sacred partnership built on radical warmth, deep safety, and authentic human connection. You are the ultimate expert on your own life history; my role is to walk beside you as a grounded, down-to-earth ally, providing the space and the tools you need to find your footing and heal.
My worldview as a counselor is shaped by a deep understanding of the delicate bridge between mind and body. True emotional wellness cannot exist in isolation. You are a whole person whose nervous system, thoughts, and daily stress levels are intimately tied to your unique biology, your past experiences, and the heavy social and economic realities you navigate every day. Because of this, I look at your story through a highly integrative lens. I don't believe in rigid, cold clinical boxes or passive, distant head-nodding. Instead, I bring my full, authentic self to our sessions, blending a gentle clinical perspective with an open heart and an interactive, highly collaborative style.
In our work together, we will move at a pace that feels entirely safe for you. Because everyone processes life and pain differently, I love using creative, visual, and somatic frameworks to help bring what is happening internally into the light, transforming overwhelming or abstract emotions into tangible, manageable steps. Together, we will gently explore the root causes of what is keeping you stuck, soothe your nervous system from old trauma or chronic burnout, and unpack the real-world burdens that demanding environments place on your mind. There is no judgment here—only a dedicated, compassionate space where you can quiet the noise of the world, honor your lived experience, and reclaim your personal agency to build a life of lasting peace and clarity.
7 Years Experience
Online in Merrillville, IN (Online Only)
Gestalt
Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to create meaningful, measurable change in how they feel, function, and relate to others. My approach is evidence-based, empathic, and solution-focused, with therapy centered on helping you achieve clear goals so that progress is noticeable in daily life. I work with a wide range of concerns—including anxiety, low mood, loss, self-doubt, and life transitions—and have particular expertise in performance psychology, public speaking anxiety, panic attacks, fear of flying, and questions of purpose or meaning. If you’re unsure whether therapy is the right next step, I also offer a one-time consultation assessment to help clarify what may be contributing to your current stress and identify effective pathways forward, whether through therapy or other strategies.
25 Years Experience
Online in Merrillville, IN (Online Only)
Gestalt
Josh Dolin: Life Coach | Purpose Pathfinder
Life Coach
At the core of my practice is a deep dedication to helping you uncover and live your authentic purpose. This journey is about more than just overcoming obstacles—it’s about finding joy, fulfillment, and meaningful personal growth. Each session is uniquely tailored to your needs, guiding you toward thriving rather than just coping. If you're ready for a transformative experience, I invite you to connect with me. Together, we’ll navigate a path that leads to a life rich with clarity, purpose, and fulfillment.
9 Years Experience
Online in Merrillville, IN (Online Only)
Gestalt
Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I’m Dr. Ilyssa Swartout, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping adults and couples heal from past wounds and create meaningful change. My approach blends warmth, presence, and evidence-based therapy to help you move beyond old patterns and reconnect with your sense of worth and wholeness.
My background includes over 20 years of mentorship with James Bugental, Ph.D., founder of Humanistic Psychotherapy, and advanced training in EMDR, Brainspotting, Gestalt Therapy, and Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS). These approaches support healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties by addressing both emotional and body-based experiences.
As an EMDR Consultant and Certified In-Depth Therapist, I guide clients and other professionals toward lasting transformation and self-understanding.
Therapy is a courageous step toward healing and growth. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space for you to explore, recover, and thrive.
25 Years Experience
Online in Merrillville, IN (Online Only)
Gestalt Therapy therapists in Merrillville, IN Statistics
Gestalt Therapy therapists in Merrillville, IN average 17 years of experience and charge around $232 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Self Esteem (78%), and Depression (67%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$232
Accept insurance
28%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 78% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Depression |
| 67% | Stress |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
| 56% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 50% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 89% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 11% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |
| 33% | Christian |