Are you feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed by questions that seem too big to answer?
You may be facing an existential crisis—a deep period of questioning that can arise when life feels uncertain, directionless, or disconnected from meaning.
These moments can be triggered by major life changes, global events, or simply a growing sense that something isn't quite right. You might be asking yourself: What’s the point? Am I on the right path? Do my choices matter?
At Partly Cloudy Counseling, we understand how unsettling it can be to confront these questions alone. Therapy offers a safe space to explore your thoughts, reconnect with your values, and begin building a life that feels more aligned and purposeful. You don’t need to have all the answers—we’re here to help you navigate the uncertainty with clarity, compassion, and curiosity.
How does this show up in therapy?
“How do I live my daily life with all of this going on in the world around me?”
“I haven’t been able to leave my house since…”
“I thought life would be more than this… this isn’t what it was supposed to be like.”
“My parent is sick. What will life be like without them?”
“I’ve applied to hundreds of jobs and wasn’t able to get a job in my field, what do I do next?”
“I’ve studied my whole life to be in this career and I hate it.”
“I don’t think I want to have children but …. I’m not sure.”
“I moved, now I feel so completely alone.”
“I came out … now what?”
“My partner wants a divorce but I’m still in love with them.”
Fill in your existential feeling here “[………….].”
Whether you're unsure about your future, reconsidering the idea of having children in an uncertain world, rethinking career direction—whether in college or mid-career, feeling discouraged by the challenges of dating, or struggling to make sense of global events and political unrest, these kinds of deep, persistent thoughts can lead to feelings of existential anxiety, confusion, and despair.
What are the signs of an existential crisis?
Existential crisis questions may sound like:
Unclear sense of meaning or direction in life
Worry or unease about what lies ahead
Feeling emotionally disconnected or let down by life
Struggling to make choices or feeling adrift
Deep examination of personal beliefs and what matters most
Lack of drive or clarity about the path forward
Increased introspection and desire for deeper understanding
What is the purpose of my life?
Am I living in alignment with my values?
Why do I feel unfulfilled, even when everything seems “fine”?
What if I’ve made the wrong choices?
Does any of this really matter?
Who am I without my career, relationships, or roles?
How do I cope with uncertainty about the future?
What kind of legacy do I want to leave behind?
Is it normal to feel this lost or disconnected?
How do I find meaning in a world that feels chaotic or uncertain?
If existential crisis is left untreated, these symptoms can develop into:
Depression
Anxiety
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Why it important to talk about it?
Talking about an existential crisis in therapy is important because it allows you to explore life’s deeper questions in a supportive, nonjudgmental space.
Feelings of emptiness, confusion, or loss of meaning can be overwhelming and isolating. Therapy helps you unpack these thoughts, clarify your values, and find direction during uncertain times.
Rather than offering quick fixes, it encourages self-reflection and personal growth. By exploring what truly matters to you, therapy can help transform existential anxiety into insight—and foster a deeper sense of purpose, connection, and inner peace.
“As your therapist, I understand there are elements of everything going on in the world that I cannot resolve in a session hour or even a few. However, I am here to listen to your experience and provide individualized insights on how it is impacting YOU as an individual, which you may not be able to receive anywhere else but the therapy space. I am here to help you manage your own experience of what is in your control & hopefully help you to let go of the responsibility that is not yours to hold.”
Jenna Loz, LPC, MS, NCC