by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Feb 18, 2025 | Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Philosophy for Therapists
How to Use Philosophy in Existential Therapy Philosophy and psychology have long been intertwined, both seeking to understand the complexities of the human mind and experience. By applying philosophical frameworks as lenses of inquiry, we can gain deeper insights into...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Feb 5, 2025 | Christian Mysticism in Therapy, History of Psychotherapy, Psychology
What are our psychological blindspots in mass and individual psychology? “Maybe the only thing each of us can see is our own shadow. We are all like the blind man in the dark room looking for the black cat that isn’t there.” – The Great...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 28, 2024 | Anthropology and Evolutionary Psychology for Therapy, History of Psychotherapy, Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Metamodernism and Deconstruction
As a practicing therapist, I find myself constantly grappling with the widening gulf between the realities of clinical work and the priorities of the academic and research establishment in psychology. We are living through a time of profound cultural and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 27, 2024 | Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Philosophy for Therapists
The Search for Meaning in Existentialism and Indigenous Thought Existentialist philosophy and indigenous worldviews offer contrasting but potentially complementary perspectives on one of life’s biggest questions: What is the meaning and purpose of human...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 27, 2024 | Anthropology and Evolutionary Psychology for Therapy, Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology
Insights from Global Cultures on the Nature of Pain and Healing What can therapy learn from ancient cultures? Suffering is a universal human experience, yet the way we make meaning of our pain is profoundly shaped by our cultural context. By examining diverse...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 18, 2024 | Philosophy for Therapists, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was Albert Camus? Albert Camus (1913-1960) was a French philosopher, author, and journalist who is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. His work explored the absurdity of the human condition, the search for meaning in a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 18, 2024 | Philosophy for Therapists, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was Søren Kierkegaard? Søren Kierkegaard (1813-1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, and author widely regarded as the first existentialist philosopher. His work explored the nature of human existence, emphasizing individuality, personal choice and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 17, 2024 | Psychology, Self Help and Personal Development
Insights from Philosophy and Psychotherapy Laughter and screaming may seem like opposite reactions, but they actually share a common trigger: the unexpected. Both are instinctive responses that arise when we encounter something that doesn’t fit our mental...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 21, 2024 | Christian Mysticism in Therapy, Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Metamodernism and Deconstruction, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Psychology of Buildings and Architecture, Psychology of Modernism Post Modernism and the Meta Modern, Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
Who was Maurice Merleau-Ponty? Maurice Merleau-Ponty (1908-1961) was a French philosopher and phenomenologist who made significant contributions to the fields of phenomenology, existentialism, and the philosophy of perception. His work bridged the gap between...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 21, 2024 | Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers
Read Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4 Harnessing the Power of Jungian Archetypes in Psychotherapy: A Practical Guide for Patients and Therapists Read More on Jung here: Carl Jung’s Major Influences Jungian Analysis Archetypes Jung’s Method Jungian Thought Main...
