by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 17, 2024 | Discover + Heal + Grow: Taproot Therapy Collective Podcast Episodes, Evidence Based Practice and Research Psychology, Legal Updates for Therapists and Psyychologists, Models of Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? In the 1990s, a peculiar trend emerged among car enthusiasts: transforming humble Honda Civics into pseudo-supercars by gluing on rocket fins, spoilers, and other garish modifications. The goal was to mimic the look of elite Ferraris and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 6, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
Who was Albert Ellis? Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on identifying and challenging irrational beliefs in order to improve emotional well-being and behavioral outcomes. Developed by psychologist...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 9, 2024 | Recovering from Abuse, Self Help and Personal Development, Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
Executive Summary: The Science of Thinking Traps The Clinical Definition: Cognitive Distortions are not “crazy” thoughts; they are evolutionary mental shortcuts (heuristics) that have become maladaptive. They are the brain’s attempt to predict the...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 9, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
Executive Summary: The Neurobiology of ADHD & AuDHD The Clinical Reality: ADHD is not a “behavioral problem”; it is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting the Prefrontal Cortex (Executive Function). It is primarily a regulation disorder involving...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 9, 2024 | Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
How do you Treat Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. While often associated with physical health consequences, such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, sleep apnea can also have a...
