Gestalt Psychology is a theory of mind that emphasizes the human ability to perceive patterns and wholes rather than just individual components. Founded in the early 20th century by psychologists like Max Wertheimer, it suggests that our brains are wired to organize sensory information into meaningful structures. This approach is often summarized by the phrase "the whole is greater than the sum of its parts." Gestalt principles, such as figure-ground and proximity, explain how we group visual elements and interpret complex scenes, influencing fields like design and therapy.