by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 15, 2025 | Psychology
When Fantasy Meets Therapy In recent years, mental health professionals have begun discovering what millions of players worldwide have long suspected: there’s something profoundly therapeutic about gathering around a table to embark on imaginary adventures....
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Dec 11, 2023 | History of Psychotherapy
The Revolutionary Influence of Moreno on Modern Therapy Jacob Levy Moreno, a name often whispered in the corridors of psychotherapy, brought a revolutionary perspective to the therapeutic world. His groundbreaking concepts not only influenced numerous therapists,...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 11, 2023 | Neuroscience and the Brain for Therapists, Somatic Experiencing In Alabama, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
What is Somatic and Experiential Therapy? Experiential therapy modalities, such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Lifespan Integration (LI), Hakomi, AEDP, Psychodrama, and Gestalt therapy, are often considered “non-manualizable” approaches to therapy. This...
