Existential therapy is less structured than some other approaches. There are no worksheets, no formulas—just an open and honest conversation between therapist and client. The therapist’s role is not to direct or diagnose, but to sit with the client in uncertainty, curiosity, and honesty. Sessions might explore questions like: “What does it mean for you […]
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In the therapy room, clients often bring concerns that are difficult to articulate: a nagging sense of emptiness, a feeling that life has lost its meaning, or an anxiety that seems to have no clear cause. While many therapeutic modalities focus on symptoms, patterns, or diagnoses, existential therapy takes a different approach. It invites clients
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ADVICE COLUMN FOR JULY Dear Liza, I’ve been in a long distance relationship with another man for exactly one year. I’m 32, and this is my first “real” relationship. And my first time being in love. At first, things with my boyfriend were absolutely great. However, my boyfriend has a tendency to just completely shut
In this Blog Post, we will continue examining ACT ( Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). Therapy. Beginning by looking at how ACT Therapy can be helpful for various disorders or issues. ACT is effective with a wide range of issues, including: Anxiety and OCD – Teaching clients how to sit with distressing thoughts rather than compulsively
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Pronounced as the word “act,” this evidence-based approach helps people relate differently to their thoughts and feelings—so they can move toward a more meaningful life, even when emotional pain is present. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through what ACT is, how it works, and why it might be
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