There are four major institutes in Australia that offer dedicated training in gestalt psychotherapy.
Gestalt Training Institute West Australia (GTIWA)
Perth, WAProgram offeredFour-year Gestalt Therapy training program delivered in progressive yearly modules. Strong emphasis on experiential learning, personal development, group process, and supervised practice.
Duration4 years (can be taken year-by-year)
When (Semester)March – November (6 weekend workshops per year)
Who is it for?Individuals seeking qualification as Gestalt therapists, or professionals in counselling, psychotherapy, and related fields.
How to register interestSubmit an application form, attend an interview, and/or complete a 2-day Taster Workshop. Contact the institute directly via email or phone.
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Gestalt Sydney
Sydney, NSWProgram offeredStructured Gestalt therapy training program integrating experiential learning, theory, supervision, and personal therapy. Includes and emphasis on Gestalt Eco-Therapy across introductory and advanced levels.
DurationMulti-year training pathway
When (Semester)Annual intake with weekend intensives and residential training supported by online learning. (see course schedule)
Who is it for?Therapists, counsellors, and individuals seeking personal growth or professional training in Gestalt therapy.
How to register interestSubmit an application and attend an interview.
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Gestalt Therapy Brisbane (GTB)
Brisbane, QLDProgram offered
- Graduate Certificate (Year 1): Introductory program
- Master of Gestalt Therapy (Years 1–4 total): Full professional qualification
Duration1 year (Grad Cert) or 4 years total (Master pathway)
When (Semester)
- Grad Cert: April – December
- Master: February – December (following years)
Who is it for?
- Grad Cert: Open to anyone interested in Gestalt therapy
- Master: Applicants with relevant undergraduate qualifications and demonstrated readiness
How to register interestApply via the website; entry includes application, interview, and (for Master) invitation following Grad Cert.
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Gestalt Therapy Australia (GTA)
Melbourne, VIC (blended/online options)Program offeredIn-person pathway: Facilitated weekly 3hr classes usually run from March to October with school and public holiday breaks, in Parkville, Melbourne. Weekends usually include non-residential weekends held in Melbourne and residential weekends in regional Victoria.
Blended pathway: Facilitated online 3hr classes usually run from October to August, plus 3 non-residential long weekends in Melbourne (e.g. Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon), and one residential weekend in regional Victoria (e.g. Friday morning to Monday afternoon).
In the third and fourth years, there is a clinic internship available in Melbourne with ConnectGround, a community-based counselling and psychotherapy clinic that provides affordable individual and group therapy sessions.
Blended pathway: Facilitated online 3hr classes usually run from October to August, plus 3 non-residential long weekends in Melbourne (e.g. Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon), and one residential weekend in regional Victoria (e.g. Friday morning to Monday afternoon).
In the third and fourth years, there is a clinic internship available in Melbourne with ConnectGround, a community-based counselling and psychotherapy clinic that provides affordable individual and group therapy sessions.
Duration1-4 years, depending on the entry point and the student’s needs.
When (Semester)Annual intake (usually February/March start for the in-person pathway, and October/November start for the blended pathway)
Who is it for?Individuals who are interested in incorporating gestalt into their personal development and professional practice, and/or become a gestalt therapist.
How to register interestDownload the training program guide and apply online (in-person or blended pathway) via the website.
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