Existential Therapists in 21705
Rita Etter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21705 (Online Only)
My practice is influenced by an eclectic approach, and I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT, and existential psychology.
I am an LCSW-C therapist who works with adults and couples. Life has a way of presenting people with challenges that may cause you to want to seek counseling to help you navigate your way through life's ups and downs. Sometimes these challenges make us feel stuck and uncertain, whether it be relationship issues, divorce, intimacy, death of a loved one, loss of a job, grief, suicide survivor, identity crisis, family conflict, addiction, processing trauma, sexual orientation, communicating or relating better, building coping skills and resilience, etc., or simply feeling like you are at a crossroads and not sure what to do next.
My practice is influenced by an eclectic approach, and I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT, and existential psychology.
I am an LCSW-C therapist who works with adults and couples. Life has a way of presenting people with challenges that may cause you to want to seek counseling to help you navigate your way through life's ups and downs. Sometimes these challenges make us feel stuck and uncertain, whether it be relationship issues, divorce, intimacy, death of a loved one, loss of a job, grief, suicide survivor, identity crisis, family conflict, addiction, processing trauma, sexual orientation, communicating or relating better, building coping skills and resilience, etc., or simply feeling like you are at a crossroads and not sure what to do next.
Nicole Hast
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21705
Not accepting new clients
Have you found yourself feeling sad, worn-down, angry, lonely, or anxious lately? Is your relationship with your significant other, child, or parent not what you would like and you're having trouble relating to them in manner you want? The bad news is that these issues can make life difficult or even unbearable and can lead to further feelings of loneliness and isolation; the good news is that change is possible and you are not alone. As your counselor, we will collaborate to create a plan to meet your goals quickly and effectively.
Have you found yourself feeling sad, worn-down, angry, lonely, or anxious lately? Is your relationship with your significant other, child, or parent not what you would like and you're having trouble relating to them in manner you want? The bad news is that these issues can make life difficult or even unbearable and can lead to further feelings of loneliness and isolation; the good news is that change is possible and you are not alone. As your counselor, we will collaborate to create a plan to meet your goals quickly and effectively.
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Existential Therapists
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.