Testimonials

In the words of those who have
studied and worked with Steve.

Reflections from students, colleagues, translators and clients across China, Japan, Mexico, Australia and beyond.

On teaching

Trainings, workshops and presentations.

01
Steve Vinay Gunther is the most brilliant and energetic teacher I have ever met in Japan. His way of teaching and presenting is very clear and concise for every level of students. I strongly recommend him.
Kingo Matsuda · Director, Japan Counselling Academy
02
I highly recommend Steve Vinay Gunther as one of our most outstanding, honourable and professional teachers our institute is proud to engage. He is passionate with psychotherapy, Gestalt-focused, and has a very systematic and structural educational method.
M.C. Fernando Guzmán Cárdenas · Academic Director, Instituto Humanista de Sinaloa, Mexico
03
His interesting presentations of complex and often difficult material were professionally of the highest standard. His enthusiastic way of presenting diverse topics — whether to small groups or larger audiences — reflects his passion for teaching and his skilful means to impart knowledge in an alive and engaging manner.
Elmar Wolters · Gestalt Therapist
04
I was impressed by his eloquent presentation, flowing creativity and unwavering presence. I respect Mr Gunther as a wonderful facilitator who dedicates his whole attention and presence to the audience and the clients.
Rosie Chen · Professional translator and interpreter, Taiwan
05
Steve is a great teacher. His impact is not only through what he says to the audience, but also who he is — such an authentic person sharing his experience and know-how. Listening to Steve is transformative.
Roy Sun · ICF PCC, CTI Faculty, Shanghai
06
He is a fantastic teacher and a great presenter. His teaching content is interesting and engaged; the audience loves the way he presents to groups.
Edward Yu Chen · Director, Entrepreneur Mental Model Development Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
07
Steve is an exceptional teacher and presenter. His depth of knowledge and insight into the theoretical and practical application of Gestalt is second to none.
Kerry Shipman · Gestalt Therapist, Australia
08
When Steve teaches, he is constantly in tune with the students. He notices even the slightest shift in the group and responds accordingly. He is patient and experienced enough to deliver obscure ideas and theories in a relatable way.
Chen Xia · Professional translator, Chengdu
09
Throughout the four years I spent as a student with Steve Vinay Gunther I found him to be a very engaging, enthusiastic and supportive teacher and presenter.
Yvonne Bottrell · Group facilitator, Australia
10
He is a clear, engaged, well-read, and knowledgeable presenter who is ever mindful of his audience.
Dr Elizabeth McCardell · Australia
11
Steve Gunther’s presentations and workshops are always thoroughly and thoughtfully prepared. His wealth of knowledge and experience ensures that his presentation is pitched so well it stands out far above the rest.
Dianne E. Murphy · Manager, Rural Health Tasmania Inc., Australia
12
He is a great teacher with a very clear structure of the material and profound live demonstrations with the audience. He has impressive therapy skills and presence.
Lillian Ji · Professional translator, China
13
His mastery in professional research, comprehensive knowledge, versatile thinking, and simplifying expression has made him an eloquent and concise speaker, who can bring simplicity to complexity.
Katherine Wang · Professional translator, China
14
His clean calibration catches the non-verbal communication of participants and he addresses this accordingly with his knowledge and years of experience in the field.
Yoko Yuile-Shinoda · Translator and NLP trainer, Japan
15
We were very satisfied with his work. He is a sensible man who connects with the audience, and he has a big heart which he shares with the participants.
Said Malak · Cadhu Training Center, Mexico
16
In my memory of working with him, he is a very patient, thoughtful and skilful Gestalt therapist, who also deeply understands Chinese culture.
Ping Sun, Ph.D. · Research Psychoanalyst, California
17
Steve Vinay Gunther is an amazing teacher and a great presenter, who brings very good energy to the audience during his presentation.
Chris Zhou · Executive Assistant to the CEO, Interbrand China
On therapy

Therapy, supervision and personal work.

01
Steve is a truly gifted teacher and therapist who is clearly practising his calling. He brings wisdom, genuine caring and compassion to our sessions.
Rohan · Medical Doctor and Consultant
02
I have benefitted greatly from continued sessions. I feel aware of the roles I play in my life, and have stopped blaming others for the decisions I have made.
Natalie · Acupuncturist, R.N.
03
Four years training with Steve Gunther was life-changing. I learnt so much about myself and how I am in the world — how I am with clients, and how to deal with and engage any person in any situation.
Paul · Drug & Alcohol counsellor
04
He is a person of great integrity, intelligence, wisdom, energy, sincerity and care.
Jenny · Therapist
05
I found him to be contactful, empathic, intuitive — fully understanding of, and tuned in to, the issues I presented.
Shirley · Psychotherapist
06
I am very grateful to Steve for his devotion and his art, and for his very astute processing skills.
Bryant · Natural therapist and Homeopath
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