What is existential therapy?
-What is my purpose in life?
-Am I doing what Iām supposed to be doing?
-I know I need to make a change, but Iām not sure how.
Existential therapy helps people who struggle with questions like the search for meaning, freedom, responsibility, death, and the nature of life.
It emphasizes the subjective experience of the individual and aims to help you confront and make sense of these existential dilemmas.
Existential psychotherapy aims to help develop a deeper sense of self-awareness, acceptance, and meaning in your life, enabling you to lead a more authentic and fulfilling existence.
Ok but really, how does it work?
A few key principles in existential psychotherapy include:
Existential themes: This therapy explores the unique concerns that individuals face in their lives, such as the fear of death, the search for purpose, the experience of loneliness, and the quest for authenticity.
Personal responsibility: Existential therapy emphasizes the idea that individuals have the freedom and responsibility to make choices and create meaning in their lives. It encourages clients to take ownership of their decisions and actions.
Search for meaning: Existential psychotherapy acknowledges that human beings have an inherent need for meaning and purpose. It helps clients explore their values, beliefs, and life goals, and supports them in creating a sense of purpose that aligns with their authentic selves.
Authenticity and self-awareness: The therapy encourages individuals to engage in self-reflection and self-examination to gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It aims to foster authenticity by helping clients align their actions with their true selves.
Anxiety and existential angst: Existential psychotherapy recognizes that anxiety is an inherent part of human existence, stemming from the awareness of mortality, freedom, and the uncertainties of life. It focuses on helping clients understand and address their anxieties in a meaningful way.
Therapeutic relationship: The therapeutic relationship is central in existential psychotherapy. The therapist provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their existential concerns, fostering trust and collaboration.
Existential psychotherapy does not adhere to a rigid set of techniques but instead draws from various therapeutic approaches. My role as your therapist is to facilitate self-exploration, promote personal growth, and guide you in discovering your own answers to existential questions.