Fili Dianellou

My therapeutic work is heavily based on the Gestalt Therapy Approach: a relational, phenomenological, existential, and holistic approach to human nature and consequently, to therapy. The central objective of Gestalt therapy is for the person to become more aware of their experience, acknowledge their potential to make choices and change the way they interact with their surroundings. In Gestalt therapy growth and change emerge organically when one finds the courage to face themselves and take ownership of their choices. Specifically, in our work together we’ll be focusing on the “what” and “how” of the present moment. We’ll explore your personal history, your needs, your fears, and your hopes. We’ll try to engender relational experiences conducive to leading a better life. One of the main reasons I opted for this approach is the belief in humans’ capacity to live better through choosing differently. As a therapist, I aspire to be a present, active listener that will affirm your experience with empathy and acceptance. I hope to be able to welcome and create space even for the most unwanted parts of my clients’ selves. I strive for safety, hoping to foster genuine and spontaneous interaction. What gives me happiness and fulfillment in my job is seeing my clients ascribing meaning to their experiences, accomplishing their goals, and becoming active agents in their lives.