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Begin with summarizing key concepts, therapeutic processes, and techniques or interventions associated with the selected theory. If applying existentialism to the case option, you will walk us through the therapeutic phases and applicable propositions to encourage client self-awareness. For gestalt, you will select two interventions to address the client's presenting conflicts. Conclude by highlighting strengths, limitations, and multicultural appropriateness in applying the selected theory. For this discussion, I chose Susan’s case and believe she would most benefit from existential theory. Existential theory focuses on the exploration and meanings living life; open to the concept of individuals being liberated to free will and responsible to our choices and consequences. Corey (2023) states, “The existential movement stands for respect for the person, for exploring new aspects of human behavior, and for divergent methods of understanding people” (p. 166). Existential therapy is based to allow clients to open their eyes and discover where they are not putting the full potential in becoming who they are and what they want to be in life. Corey (2023) mentions about existential therapy not having any specific techniques or interventions, however Socratic questioning can be useful. Socratic questioning is having the clients ask themselves questions in order to learn more about themselves they may have yet to reveal or be able to formulate and have a clearer understanding. The existential theory is comprised of 6 propositions: the capacity for self-awareness, freedom and responsibility, striving for identity and relationship to others, the search for meaning, anxiety as a condition of living, and awareness of death and nonbeing (Corey, 2023). In Susan’s case, it is crucial for her to be self-aware and understand that the choices she has made thus far, have placed her in the position she is currently at, without victim blaming. Corey (2023) states, “As we increase our awareness of the choices available to us, we also increase our sense of responsibility for the consequences of these choices” (p. 167). Once accomplished, she can move into the freedom and responsibility stage. Susan’s case mentions about her current relationship with John has taken a toll on her because she feels she cannot trust him, but still loves him or her previous relationship kept her “on a tight leash”. This stage can also be relevant to her career and educations, as well as, with her children and mother. Rather than blaming others, Susan will learn about we are not where we come from, but from what we make ourselves to be. Next is striving for identity and relationship to others where she will further assess her current and past relationships we mentioned previously. Susan will gain understanding who she is as an individual, instead of who she is as a mother, daughter, or partner. Then we go into the search for meaning. As mentioned in her case, Susan has been experiencing lack of motivation and discontent in her life, this stage will allow her to put into perspective of her role in this life as an individual. Later, we go into anxiety as a condition of living. In the stage, Susan will learn that anxiety is a way of life and learn coping skills on how to best handle the uncertainty that life comes with. The final proposition is the awareness of death and nonbeing. Like the anxiety, death is also unavoidable. Susan will acquire knowledge about death being natural and is what gives life its significance and luxury. Ultimately, Susan will be able to identify her purpose in life and gain motivation to work and live for herself. However, if

the client is not yet ready to explore these stages, it may end in dismay and prolonging the long- term goal to be met. When utilizing existential therapy, it is vital to understand the client and their cultural background. Existential therapy is flexible enough to be able to accommodate as this focuses on the freedom of actions and choices individuals make. Corey, G. (2023). Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy (11th ed.). Cengage Learning US. https://capella.vitalsource.com/books/9780357764473

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