by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 26, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy
“The sense of being alive, the ability to feel real, to be genuinely spontaneous – these are the hallmarks of emotional health. And they all begin in the earliest interactions between mother and baby, in that sacred space where two beings meet and a self...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health Resources in Alabama
When the Cognitive Tank Runs Dry Understanding Neurodivergent Burnout Neurodivergent burnout is a state of physical and mental exhaustion that occurs when the demands of navigating a neurotypical world exceed an individual’s resources. While burnout can affect...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health Resources in Alabama
The Complex Art of Hiding in Plain Sight Understanding Masking in Neurodivergent Individuals Masking, also known as camouflaging, is a common phenomenon among neurodivergent individuals, particularly those with multiple co-occurring conditions. It refers to the...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health Resources in Alabama
Understanding and Supporting Complex Neurological Profiles The Reality of Neurodevelopmental Complexity As we’ve explored in our series on comorbid conditions, neurodevelopmental and neurological differences rarely occur in isolation. Whether we’re...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health Resources in Alabama, Trauma Treatment in Alabama
Navigating the Intersection of Mood and Neurodiversity What is Depression with Autism? Depression and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are distinct conditions that can co-occur. Research suggests that individuals with autism are at a higher risk of developing...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health Resources in Alabama, Trauma Treatment in Alabama
Unraveling the Tangle of Worry and Inattention What is Anxiety with ADHD? Anxiety Disorders and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are distinct conditions that frequently co-occur. Research suggests that up to 50% of individuals with ADHD also experience...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health Resources in Alabama, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
Navigating Emotional Intensity What is BPD with Bipolar Disorder? Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Bipolar Disorder are distinct conditions that can co-occur in some individuals. Studies suggest that up to 20% of individuals with BPD also meet criteria for...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health Resources in Alabama
Understanding the Overlap in Hypervigilance and Attention What is PTSD with ADHD? Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are distinct conditions that can co-occur in some individuals. Recent research suggests that up...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 17, 2024 | Resources and Recommendations, Therapy Resources for Alabama
Quantitative Electroencephalography (qEEG) brain mapping and neurostimulation are transforming the mental health landscape in Hoover and Birmingham, Alabama. These cutting-edge techniques, offered by innovative clinics like Taproot Therapy Collective, provide new...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 15, 2024 | Resources and Recommendations, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
F.A.Q. about Brainspotting What is Brainspotting? Brainspotting is an innovative psychotherapy approach that uses specific eye positions to access unprocessed trauma in the subcortical brain (Grand, 2013). It was developed by Dr. David Grand in 2003 as an offshoot of...
