by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jan 10, 2026 | History of Psychotherapy, Psychology of Politics, Psychology Topics and Articles
A Critical Investigation into the Document That Defines American Mental Health—and Why It May Have Already Failed By Joel Blackstock, LICSW-S | Clinical Director, Taproot Therapy Collective Contents Introduction: The Controversial Bible Part I: The History of a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jan 3, 2026 | Psychology
Three Words for the Same Darkness Generation Z has done something linguistically remarkable. They have invented multiple terms for lying in bed, each carrying entirely different moral weight, each revealing a distinct relationship to rest, productivity, and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jan 3, 2026 | Psychology, Psychology Topics and Articles
The Origin of a Word The term “gaslighting” traces to Patrick Hamilton’s 1938 stage play “Gas Light” and its celebrated 1944 Hollywood adaptation starring Ingrid Bergman and Charles Boyer. In the film, a husband systematically manipulates...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Feb 5, 2025 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health, Brainspotting in Alabama: Revolutionary Trauma Therapy for Deep Healing, Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Mental Health and Trauma Therapy in Alabama, Motherhood and Perinatal Therapy, Recovering from Abuse, Trauma Treatment in Alabama
Postpartum Depression (PPD): Understanding Symptoms and Finding Qualified Support in Birmingham, AL Bringing a child into the world is a life-altering experience, filled with moments of profound joy and, just as often, overwhelming challenges. It’s common to hear...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 9, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
How to know if you have anxiety? Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health disorders, affecting millions of people worldwide. Recognizing the symptoms of these conditions is crucial for seeking timely treatment and support. This article provides...
