Dori Gatter, PsyD, LPC
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Dr. Dori Gatter is a seasoned psychotherapist, relationship expert, and founder of the West Hartford Holistic Counseling Center, a renowned psychotherapy group practice specializing in holistic approaches to mental and emotional wellness. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Gatter has earned her reputation as a compassionate and skilled practitioner, working with individuals, couples, business partners, and start-up co-founders to navigate both personal and professional challenges.
Specializing in Couples therapy and Coaching, Dr. Gatter’s holistic approach addresses the root causes of issues at both the personal and business levels. She offers Coaching for Business Partners and Therapists in business.
As the Owner and CEO of West Hartford Holistic Counseling Center, Dr. Gatter oversees a multidisciplinary team that includes psychotherapists and APRNs practicing Holistic Medication Management and Functional Medicine. She is dedicated to offering a truly integrated approach to healing, emphasizing mental, emotional, and physical wellness.
Dr. Gatter is a highly sought-after speaker and media expert. She has been featured in top publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Vogue, Forbes, HuffPost, Cosmopolitan, and Men’s Health, and has made regular appearances on NBC News, where she shares her expert insights on relationships and personal growth. In 2024, Dr. Gatter was honored with the Connecticut Women-Owned Small Business of the Year Award.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Gatter has co-authored two books. She regularly runs workshops and speaks on topics related to transformation, relationship dynamics, and personal empowerment.
Dr. Gatter’s innovative approach, combined with her deep compassion and commitment to her clients’ success, has made her a leading voice in both therapy and business coaching. Whether you’re looking to improve your personal relationships or build stronger, more resilient partnerships in business, Dr. Gatter provides the tools, support, and expertise to help you thrive.
Dr. Dori Gatter earned her PsyD. from The Graduate Theological Foundation. She earned her MA in Counseling Psychology from Antioch University in New Hampshire and her BA in Psychology from Lesley College in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years and a graduate of the Hartford Family Institute’s Body-Centered Gestalt Professional Training Program. Dori teaches and is the Director of The Human Relations Training Program. Dori also mentors and coaches new therapists. She has training in Imago Relationship Therapy and has co-authored two books, including a children’s book that teaches children how to relate to their emotions. Dori runs workshops and speaks about transformation and relationships. She has been interviewed on NBC Channel 30 News.