by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Dec 8, 2025 | Alabama Local History, Birmingham
A psychological tour through the Magic City’s strangest, most forgotten, and most revealing history Birmingham likes to call itself the Magic City, but magic implies illusion, and what’s truly strange about this place is how much of its real history has...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 30, 2025 | Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Psychology of Buildings and Architecture
The city of Homewood, Alabama presents a remarkable case study in how psychological forces shape material reality. Nestled in Shades Valley between Red Mountain and Shades Mountain, this affluent suburb of Birmingham didn’t simply emerge through economic...
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, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
Executive Summary: The Neurobiology of Adult Autism The Paradigm Shift: Autism is not a “behavioral disorder” to be fixed; it is a distinct neurotype characterized by Bottom-Up Processing. While neurotypical brains filter out details to see the...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 9, 2024 | Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
Executive Summary: The Mechanics of Demisexuality The Definition: Demisexuality is a sexual orientation on the asexual spectrum where an individual cannot experience sexual attraction until a strong emotional bond is formed. It is not a choice to abstain; it is a...
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, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
Executive Summary: Why We Feel Misunderstood The Core Conflict: Feeling “misunderstood” by a spouse is rarely about the surface-level argument (the dishes, the money, the time). It is almost always a mismatch in Attachment Signals and Nervous System...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 9, 2024 | Recovering from Abuse, Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
Executive Summary: The Science of Effective Rehab The Reality: Not all rehabs are created equal. The “Florida Shuffle” and luxury spa models often mask a lack of clinical depth. Effective treatment must address addiction as a chronic brain disorder, not a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 9, 2024 | Interviews and Case Studies, Recovering from Abuse, Self Help and Personal Development, Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
What Type and Length of Addiction Treatment is Best? Addiction is a complex and chronic condition that requires professional treatment and ongoing support to achieve and maintain recovery. With the variety of treatment options available, it can be challenging to...
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
What Alcohol or Drug Treatment Centers are Scams? How do I know what treatment center is best? Are drug treatment centers different in how they approach recovery? Seeking treatment for drug addiction is a courageous and life-changing decision. However, with the...
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
How to make Positive Affirmations in Therapy? Positive affirmations are simple yet powerful statements that can help to reprogram our subconscious mind, challenge limiting beliefs, and promote self-growth and improvement. By regularly repeating affirmations that align...
