Understanding Existential Therapy: Existential therapy is a philosophical approach to therapy that focuses on exploring the fundamental questions of human existence, such as the meaning of life, freedom, and the nature of personal responsibility. It encourages individuals to examine their values, choices, and the ways they navigate life's challenges to find a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Application and Scope of Existential Therapy: Existential therapy is applied to address concerns related to identity, meaninglessness, anxiety, and the search for authenticity. It is particularly effective for individuals who are seeking deeper insights into their lives and want to make meaningful changes. Existential therapy is applicable to a wide range of individuals, regardless of their cultural background or beliefs. What to Expect in Existential Therapy Sessions: In existential therapy sessions, individuals engage in deep and philosophical discussions with their therapist. These discussions explore questions about life, death, freedom, and personal responsibility. The therapist helps individuals reflect on their choices, values, and the ways they can lead a more authentic and purposeful life.

Professionals Who Specialize in Existential

Moshe Maness, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

He who has a why to live can bear almost any how. - Friedrich Nietzsche

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Lauren Gerardi, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. - Viktor E. Frankl

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

Judith Blumenthal, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor; IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

PEOPLE SEARCH relentlessly for a β€œcity of happiness”—not realizing that it could only be found in a β€œstate of mind.” β€”RABBI AVRAHAM PAM

  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Ari Lewis, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

People who need people are the luckiest people in the world.--Barbra Streisand

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Meli Pil, MHC-LP

Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

The answers are within you; all you need to do is truly listen.

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ”₯ Energetic
  • 🌎 Holistic

Chaya Satt

Therapist, MSc

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Mendel Toron, LCSW

Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, EMDR Certified

EMDR & Trauma Specialist

  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP CASAC-T

Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

I am not perfect... But I am enough. ― Carl R. Rogers

  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Nahum Spirn

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

The curious paradox is that when I accept myself, just as I am, then I can change.

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • 🐣 Out of the box
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Barry Granek, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

I help Jewish men and couples struggling with emotional and physical connection with building strong relationships and restoring intimacy.

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Tzvi Friedman, LPC

Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor

Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes. Carl Jung.

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • 🧘 Calm

Yehuda (Hudi) Kowalsky

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Cultivating Spontaneity | Trauma-Focused & Family Therapist

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