Existential-Humanistic therapy holds the perspective that “we’re all in the same boat,” in that we all must grapple with the same basic concerns of living:
We have a unique sense of what our lives mean, and yet we experience chapters when our lives don’t feel very meaningful;
We are alive and yet we also know that death is inevitable, which can lead us to shrink away from taking risks that could make our lives more fulfilling and vibrant;
We are at once separate from and connected to one another, each of which poses difficulties, such as loneliness on the one hand, and conflict on the other;
Life can be incredibly unpredictable; in one moment, we feel like masters of our domain, and in the next, unexpected events shake our sense of control.
As an Existential-Integrative therapist, I hold the utmost respect for the unique ways in which each person wrestles with these concerns. I see therapy as a courageous endeavor that requires me to be highly attuned to the unique world of each person I work with.
I offer a balance of support, accompaniment, and challenge to help my clients become more aware of their patterns of living, and how these patterns can help and hinder their lives in significant ways. As we become more aware of the role these patterns play, we begin to see options for breaking out of the mold and reclaiming our lives.
The “Integrative” part of Existential-Integrative therapy includes other modalities, such as trauma and attachment-informed approaches, multicultural awareness and exploration, and experiential, somatic, and relational techniques. Bringing together these multiple perspectives makes for a more whole-person approach, making space for all the different dimensions that make us complex and human.
If you would like to know more about any of these approaches, I would be happy to share more with you on a free 15-20 minute phone consultation.
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