Experiential Therapy uses experiences to facilitate growth and change, which assists people with various mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders.
Traditional approaches to counseling usually involve dialogue and communication to work through mental health concerns. Experiential Therapy places people in specific situations where hands-on activities are at the center of the counseling process. This immersive experience can involve art, psychodrama, music, play therapy, or animal-assisted therapy.
Experiential Therapy places you within an experience that brings up thoughts and emotions depending on your specific needs. Your involvement in whatever activity you’re engaging in shows the counselor how you handle situations and issues.
Experiential Therapy can be used simultaneously with other counseling approaches. Your therapist will inquire about thoughts and emotions that arose during the experience. Understanding your perception of what happened during the experience gives your counselor insight into your inner world.
Experiential Therapy’s goal is to explore yourself through your experiences and use this information to inform future choices.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Experiential Therapy
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Life Coach in North Carolina, with over 30 years’ experience helping people, including Health Professionals, overcome challenges and live healthier, more fulfilling lives. I work with clients dealing with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addictions, health issues, trauma, burnout, self- esteem and grief.
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I am passionate about helping others realign their spirit, soul, and body and empower them to live abundantly free in their thoughts, emotions, health, and relationships. I am a strength-based, trauma-informed therapist. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups to overcome issues related to grief, trauma, addiction, rejection, shame, self-worth, mood, parenting, marriage, ...
I am a psychotherapist ( social worker) with 41 years of clinical experience. I've had the privilege of working with clients in varying stages of life, from early childhood to late adulthood.My many years of training, in different treatment modalities, has led me to develop a very eclectic treatment orientation. Therapy is tailored to the needs of each individual client.....everyone is unique ....
Are you struggling with understanding why things are not working in your life? Trying to sort through all the current challenges and past events on your own can be difficult. Sometimes it can feel almost impossible. Allow me to assist you in your journey of self-discovery and break free of unwanted life patterns. I provide a safe, encouraging environment to explore your past and present life. M...
I offer confidential, comfortable, and private counseling services in an accessible location with plenty of parking. I specialize in family, couples, and teen/children's counseling. I also see many adults for individual counseling on an outpatient basis. I have been helping people dealing with family conflict, divorce, and parenting issues for years and enjoy helping kids of all ages gain a...
Trauma, addiction, and loss can disrupt one's life - and often require professional help. Together, we can process the fueling factors of addiction, emotional pain, or relationship issues. I feel very blessed to bear witness to change and transformation in others (and myself!) everyday through my work. While many therapists claim to be 'trauma-informed', my practice, the Phoenix Center for...
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I incorporate a broad range of perspectives and clinical principles in an overall integrative approach to psychotherapy. At the foundation of my work is an appreciation of each individual's capacity to heal and grow and a respect for each individual's path. My desire is to assist people in living an authentic, self-aware, and satisfying life. In my couples work, I strive to assist each partner ...
