Existential Theory and Therapy: Stories of Loss, Heartbreak, and Hope

By: Buckley, Geoffrey

Existential Theory and Therapy: Stories of Loss, Heartbreak, and Hope provides students with an accessible entry point into the complex themes of existential theory, exploring significant questions of existence, freedom, meaning, and the human condition. Through an extensive collection of real-world case studies, the book also demonstrates the power of existential therapy and how it can be used in clinical settings.

Structured in two distinct parts, the textbook first outlines essential existential concepts and then invites readers to study real-world case studies to better understand client challenges and the ways in which existential therapy can help them work through and overcome some of life's greatest trials. Readers learn about existential challenges such as loss, depression, aging, and the search for authenticity alongside suggested treatment options, inviting them to visualize the actual application of treatment modalities and to consider their strengths and weaknesses.

Designed to not only impact theoretical knowledge but also to enhance practical skills, Existential Theory and Therapy is ideal for courses and programs in counseling, psychotherapy, and philosophy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GX1HYHPG
• ISBN13: 9798823376488
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.0" x 10.0"