Approach

I believe that we all are naturally inclined toward healing and growth which unfold when we have the support that enables it. I work with individuals and couples from a relational Gestalt perspective. Together, my clients and I look at past and current patterns and unpack them so they make sense. I find that new awareness brings expanded choice and opens up new possibilities.

Many of my clients struggle with confusing, and sometimes distressing thoughts, feelings or behaviors. Some feel stuck and unable to move forward. Together we explore new perspectives that help my clients live in ways that are more aligned to who they deeply are.

                                                                           Bio

Before pursuing my master's degree, I worked with parents and young children for many years as a preschool director and teacher. I'm presently in my fourth year of advanced clinical training at Pacific Gestalt Institute. I also have training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and in working with people with disordered eating from an Intuitive Eating model. I received my M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Oaks College. I'm currently an officer on the board of The Gestalt Therapy Institute of Los Angeles.

Stella Chesler, M.A., IMF94365 - Supervised by Rachel Barr, LMFT46985