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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, highlighting the supportive relationship between therapist and client in a nurturing environment.

Existential Therapy

Don't Let Your Thoughts Control Your Life

Existential therapy is a type of counseling that helps you explore life’s biggest questions—like Who am I? Why am I here? What really matters to me? It’s not about having all the answers. It’s about learning to live with honesty, courage, and intention—even in the face of fear, loss, or change.

WHAT WE OFFER FOR YOU

At Cornerstone Wellness Center, existential therapy offers a safe, grounded space to reflect on your values, identity, and beliefs—so you can create a life that feels more authentic, more meaningful, and more yours.

Why Existential Therapy Is Used

Life is full of uncertainty—and sometimes, that can feel overwhelming.

Whether you’re struggling with grief, a major transition, or simply a feeling of being “lost,” existential therapy helps you slow down and ask the deeper questions that can bring clarity.

It’s especially helpful for:

Grief, aging, or end-of-life issues
Feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of your path

Identity concerns or spiritual questions
Anxiety about death, failure, or uncertainty
People who’ve “checked the boxes” but still feel unfulfilled
Those facing chronic illness, caregiving, or major transitions

Existential therapy is not about fixing you—it’s about helping you reconnect with your inner compass.

ACT therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, with therapist Amanda Hill and a young African American male client in a peaceful therapy room.

ACT therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, with therapist Christine Zeh and a middle-aged Asian American female client in a welcoming environment.

ACT therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, with therapist David Reece and a Latina teen client in a bright, encouraging therapy space.

The Goal of Existential Therapy

The goal of this approach is to help you:

Understand your beliefs, values, and priorities

Accept the unknown parts of life with more peace
Take ownership of your choices and direction
Explore meaning, purpose, and connection
Live more fully and honestly—even when life is hard

Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, existential therapy focuses on your experience as a whole person—body, mind, spirit, and story.

How Existential Therapy Helps You Move Forward With Meaning

Life doesn’t come with a manual. And sometimes, even when things look “fine” on the outside, we feel unsure or stuck inside.

Existential therapy offers space for honest reflection, emotional healing, and deep alignment with what matters most to you. There’s no pressure to be perfect—only the invitation to be real.

At Cornerstone Wellness Center, we meet you wherever you are, with gentle curiosity and care. Let’s explore what makes your life meaningful—on your terms.

A Simple Story:
Meet Elaine

Elaine is 62 and recently retired after 35 years of teaching. She thought retirement would feel like freedom—but instead, she felt empty. Without the daily routine, she started questioning everything: Who was she, now that she wasn’t “Ms. Elaine” anymore?

At Cornerstone Wellness Center, Elaine began existential therapy. Her therapist didn’t rush to offer solutions. Instead, they asked open questions and listened deeply. Together, they explored Elaine’s values, fears about aging, and her desire to make a difference in a new way.

Elaine didn’t find “all the answers”—but she discovered something more powerful: peace with the questions.

A supportive ACT therapy moment at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, depicting a therapist and client during a transformative breakthrough in a caring setting.

Disclaimer

The story shared above is a fictional example created for educational purposes. It does not represent a real client or actual session at Cornerstone Wellness Center. We are fully committed to maintaining your privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Any resemblance to real persons, living or deceased, is purely coincidental.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is existential therapy?

Existential therapy helps you explore life’s deeper questions—like purpose, identity, and meaning—especially during times of change, uncertainty, or inner conflict.

Is this therapy religious or spiritual?

Not necessarily. Existential therapy is based on philosophy, not religion—but it can include spiritual themes if that’s important to you.

Is this approach only for older adults or big life crises?

No. While it’s often used during transitions, existential therapy helps people of all ages who are navigating identity, loss, or emotional disconnection.

How is this different from other types of therapy?

Instead of focusing only on “what’s wrong,” existential therapy explores what matters to you, what scares you, and how you want to live with more purpose.

What if I don’t know what I believe or want?

Yes. EFT is especially effective for couples who feel stuck in the same arguments. It helps shift blame into understanding and teaches healthier emotional responses.

Can this help with anxiety or depression too?

Yes. Existential therapy can be part of a treatment plan for anxiety, depression, and grief—especially when those feelings are tied to life meaning or identity.