by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Mar 13, 2022 | Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Neuroscience and the Brain
What is Mysticism? Is it Part of Religion or Therapy? The Mystical Depths of the Psyche: Exploring the Intersection of Mysticism, Psychology, and Psychotherapy The Inward Journey In the medieval period, pilgrims embarked on perilous journeys to the Holy Land,...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Jul 3, 2021 | Neuroscience and the Brain
Abstract: This article critically examines the current state of evidence-based practice in psychotherapy, particularly in relation to trauma treatment. It challenges the dominance of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and medication-based approaches in research and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | May 31, 2021 | Neuroscience and the Brain
Our fight or flight response was a gift that kept us alive while we were living in the wild. When we heard a tiger growl, we either had to fight a tiger or run away from a tiger. The first thing that happens during the fight or flight response is that our mind loses...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Jan 21, 2021 | Neuroscience and the Brain
8 Essential Tips for Therapists Starting a Private Practice Starting a private practice as a therapist can be both exciting and challenging. Here are eight crucial insights to help you navigate this journey successfully. 1. Understand the True Value of Your Time An...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Jan 6, 2021 | Neuroscience and the Brain
1. The Unconscious Jungian or “depth psychology”, is primarily concerned with the unconscious world of the patient, and with how that unconscious world is limiting their conscious life. In Jungian thought, the unconscious complexes of the patient affect...
