This article explores the relevance of Heidegger's existential philosophy for personcentered and experiential therapies. Of particular interest is Heidegger's ontological concept of mood/affect in the context of Gendlin's bodily-experiential therapy and how Heidegger's philosophy can enhance our understanding of an authentic potentialityfor-being and the vulnerability and finitude of our existence. The latter part of this article, however, addresses concerns regarding the interpretation of Heidegger's ontological concepts (such as being-with-others, care/solicitude) in relation to the therapeutic attitude of empathy. It is argued that the beneficial role of empathy has been under-estimated. On the contrary, it is contended that empathy, understood as integral to a dialogical and genuinely mutual encounter, may facilitate both the client's implicit or pre-conscious experiencing and capacity for self-healing.