by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 24, 2025 | Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Therapy Resources for Alabama, Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools, Trauma Treatment in Alabama
Moving Beyond Myth to Understand a Complex Reality For decades, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), formerly known as Multiple Personality Disorder, has been subject to sensationalized portrayals in media, often depicted as a rare and bizarre curiosity.1 This has...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 24, 2025 | History of Psychotherapy, Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Micro-nutrition and Vitamins for Mental Health, Psychology of History, Therapy Resources for Alabama
Navigating the Modern Landscape of Healing The journey to finding the right therapy is no longer about choosing a single, named modality from a static list. It has evolved into an act of informed self-discovery, a process that can lead to a personalized, integrated...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 23, 2025 | Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Micro-nutrition and Vitamins for Mental Health, Therapy Resources for Alabama
Do I Have Adult ADHD? An Evidence-Based Guide & Informal Screener The Unseen Struggle of Adult ADHD For many adults, life can feel like a constant, unseen struggle. You might have a persistent feeling of being “off” or fundamentally out of sync with...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 23, 2025 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Micro-nutrition and Vitamins for Mental Health, Therapy Resources for Alabama
It’s More Than Just a Mood Swing Everyone experiences ups and downs; it is a fundamental part of the human condition. A difficult day at work can leave one feeling low, while an unexpected piece of good news can bring a wave of elation. These fluctuations are...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 23, 2025 | Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Micro-nutrition and Vitamins for Mental Health, Therapy Resources for Alabama
A War Within Your Own Mind? For many, the mind is a sanctuary. But for some, it becomes a battlefield. Imagine being trapped in a relentless, internal war against your own thoughts—thoughts that feel alien, dangerous, and deeply shameful. These are not fleeting...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 23, 2025 | Brainspotting in Alabama: Revolutionary Trauma Therapy for Deep Healing, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Therapy Resources for Alabama
When Trauma Is Not a Single Event For many, the word “trauma” conjures images of a single, devastating event: a car accident, a natural disaster, a combat experience. While these are undoubtedly traumatic, there is another form of suffering, one that is...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 20, 2025 | Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Psychology Topics and Articles
Growing up in a household affected by alcoholism creates ripples that extend far into adulthood. If you’re an adult child of an alcoholic (ACoA), you may find yourself grappling with patterns and challenges that seem mysterious until you understand their...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 18, 2025 | Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Therapy Resources for Alabama
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts millions of individuals worldwide. Often misunderstood and stigmatized, ADHD is characterized by a complex interplay of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that can...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 1, 2025 | Brainspotting in Alabama: Revolutionary Trauma Therapy for Deep Healing, Color Psychology, Evidence Based Practice in Therapy, Psychology
Purple Hat Therapy and the Evolution of Alternative: Psychotherapies From Energy Meridians to Polyvagal Stimulation Purple hat therapy, a novel approach claiming to heal through the power of colored headwear, has recently gained attention in the alternative therapy...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 14, 2025 | Executive and Physician Burnout, Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama
An Interview with Dr. Madeline Eckenrode The U.S. healthcare system is broken in many ways, leaving millions of Americans un- or under-insured and unable to access the care they need. This is especially true in states like Alabama that have not expanded Medicaid...
