by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 9, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama
How to Know Your Attachment Style Attachment theory, developed by psychologist John Bowlby, provides a framework for understanding how early childhood experiences shape our patterns of relating to others throughout life. By exploring attachment styles and their impact...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 9, 2024 | Resources and Recommendations, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
How to Know if I Have Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning difference that affects reading, writing, and spelling skills. Despite its challenges, individuals with dyslexia often possess unique strengths and can thrive with the right support and strategies. This article...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
What is Lifespan Integration Therapy? Lifespan Integration (LI) is a gentle, body-based therapeutic method that aims to heal without re-traumatizing. Developed by Peggy Pace, a clinical psychologist, LI is founded on the understanding that the mind-body system is...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
The Basic Lifespan Integration Protocol The Basic Lifespan Integration Protocol is the foundational technique used in LI therapy. It involves guiding the client through their timeline, from birth to the present moment, while applying specific prompts and techniques to...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
The Role of Neural Networks in Lifespan Integration At the heart of Lifespan Integration therapy is the understanding that the brain is a complex, interconnected network of neural pathways and circuits. These neural networks are formed through our experiences,...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Interviews and Case Studies, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
Lifespan Integration for Anxiety and Panic Disorders Anxiety and panic disorders are characterized by chronic, debilitating feelings of fear, worry, and unease. These feelings are often rooted in early, unresolved experiences of threat, danger, or vulnerability....
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama
Somatic Experiencing and Lifespan Integration Myth: Somatic Experiencing is Just Another Relaxation Technique One common misconception about Somatic Experiencing is that it is simply a relaxation technique, akin to practices like progressive muscle relaxation or...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
The Impact of Trauma on the Brain and Body Trauma can have a profound impact on both the brain and the body. When an individual experiences a traumatic event, the body’s natural stress response is activated, releasing a flood of stress hormones such as cortisol...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
What is Somatic Experiencing? Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a body-oriented therapeutic approach developed by Dr. Peter Levine to address the effects of trauma. It is based on the understanding that trauma is not just a psychological phenomenon but also has a...
