1893 - 1990
Fritz Perls was a German-born psychiatrist and psychotherapist, best known as the co-founder of Gestalt therapy, an influential psychological approach that emphasizes personal responsibility and the present moment. He played a pivotal role in humanistic psychology during the mid-20th century and is recognized for his innovative techniques that integrated body awareness and emotional expression. Perls' work has had a lasting impact on psychotherapy and continues to influence various therapeutic practices today.