Gabriel Boyer

Relational 

I mix attachment theory with relational gestalt, somatic, and contemporary psychoanalytic approaches. These approaches converge on the importance of relationships, both past and current. These practices center on building a safe therapeutic relationship, unique to each person. This provides a foundation to explore more deeply, uproot core issues and create new ways to live and flourish.

Gestalt

I have 3 years training in Relational Gestalt Therapy, a holistic and more attuned thread of Gestalt. I focus on your experience, your way of making meaning, and our unique way of connecting. I attend to subtleties in your process, not just what you share but how: pacing, body expressions, breath, etc. This is woven together in a genuine, open hearted explorative way. Relational Gestalt has an optimistic spirit, nurturing greater awareness and spontaneity.

Somatic Therapy (Body Centered)

As we work together, I invite moments to slow down and drop deeper into emotion. While we talk, I track your body expression, invite body and emotion into our conversation with attention to express diminished affect and impulse. My background is eclectic in somatic therapy: primarily contemporary Reichian. I also use slower speeds and presence from Hakomi, trauma informed tools from Somatic Experiencing, and personal experience from Yoga and Buddhist practice.

Psychodynamic 

Relational Psychoanalysis incorporates attachment theory, feminist and queer theory. Coalescing with Stephen Mitchell (ancestor to Esther Perel), healing is through a mutually collaborative exploration of the interplay between your inner process and the world around you. This includes your attachment history, relationship patterns, and leveraging our relationship towards your growth.

Depth Therapy

I have a master's in depth psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. Depth therapy is a matter of engaged listening and holding aspects of life with sacredness. Opposed to pathologizing treads in therapy, we seek the unique support needed to courageously move towards deeper feelings in order to loosen the old knots keeping you stuck.

Relationship / Marriage Issues

Relationship therapy for 2+ or people I use a process orientated approach focused on attachment and differentiation (balanced connection at the boundary of you and I). I also use Stan Tatkin's PACT model, which I think of as "relational somatic." It is embodied attachment-based approach that attunes to patterns of dysregulation: how those patterns disrupt connection and how patterns can shift towards greater connection. I am sex positive, kink friendly and work with open relationships.

LGBTQ Issues

The way we love, touch and fuck--the way we're drawn to others is, in my view, the most important part of our lives. In a culture that harms people for their natural erotic movements, there are times for sanctuary. Weather you want a queer pos space to talk about other issues or or desire more direct untangling of homophobia, we can build towards your goals to continue a life of resilience, connection and love.

Polyamorous and Open Relationships

I know open relationships work. I bring both personal experience and professional training. Whether you're beginning to explore or further on your way, I support people in many different configurations to thrive in relationships. I also support queer folk and am kink friendly.

Historical Trauma

My approach with trauma values consent, respect, and follows your own embodied pace. This involves moving towards and building resilience in a safe, supportive relationship. "The wound is the place where the Light enters." -Rumi