The American Psychological Association, in Washington, D.C., is the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States and is the world's largest association of psychologists. APA's membership includes more than 157,000 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants and students. Through its divisions in 54 subfields of psychology and affiliations with 60 state, territorial and Canadian provincial associations, APA works to advance psychology as a science, as a profession and as a means of promoting human welfare.
The mission of the APA is to advance the creation, communication, and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people’s lives.
Our Mission
To create powerful, positive change in individuals, groups, organizations and communities.
What We Teach
totality of body, mind and spirit;
the uniqueness of each person's experience;
awareness of what is present in the here and now;
and creation of shared understanding through dialogue.
The Gestalt Institute of Cleveland (GIC) was established in 1954 by some of the earliest students of Fritz Perls, Laura Perls, Isadore From, and Paul Goodman. In 1966, GIC began introducing training programs that pioneered the application of Gestalt theory to work with couples, families, groups, and organizations. Gestalt organizations around the world can trace their roots to the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. It is from this rich history that GIC continues as one of the world’s premier organizations dedicated to the evolution and application of the Gestalt approach.
GIC offers innovative professional and personal development programs that draw participants from around the world and are taught by internationally known faculty. Our faculty and graduates have been able to apply Gestalt principles to psychotherapy, coaching, organizational development, leadership development, and individuals seeking personal growth. GIC programs and workshops have been beneficial in a wide range of institutional settings including business, health care, education, government, community, and religious organizations.