by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 27, 2025 | Guided Meditations
In a fast-paced world filled with stress and disconnection, finding a path to inner peace and self-discovery is more important than ever. Archetype meditation, a transformative practice rooted in Jungian psychology and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, offers a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 27, 2025 | Guided Meditations
In the journey of self-discovery and psychological healing, few paths go as deep as shadow work. Today, I want to share insights from our recent meditation session that explores the intersection of Jungian shadow work, somatic experiencing, and other post-Jungian...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 27, 2025 | Guided Meditations
If you find yourself weighed down by anger, resentment, or a sense of heavy obligation, this guided meditation offers a pathway to peace and freedom. Through the power of visualization and embodied mindfulness, you will journey deep into a tranquil forest to release...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 13, 2025 | Psychology Topics
Neurobiological Intersections and Mistaken Identities Intuition vs. Trauma One of the most common questions that I get as a trauma therapist is “How do you deal with all the crazy people that believe (insert X here) about politics, religion and conspiracy...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 13, 2025 | Nutrients for Mental Health, Nutrition for Mental Health
The Science Behind Supplements and Herbs for Better Sleep Sleep is essential for our physical and mental well-being, yet insomnia affects millions of people worldwide. While conventional sleep medications can be effective, they often come with unwanted side effects...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 13, 2025 | Nutrients for Mental Health, Nutrition for Mental Health
The Science of Phobias and Evidence-Based Natural Approaches to Treatment Phobias represent one of the most common anxiety disorders worldwide, affecting approximately 10% of the population at some point in their lives. Unlike ordinary fears, phobias involve...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Mar 3, 2025 | History of Psychotherapy
Why Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Works: Exploring the Philosophical, Biological, and Neuroexperiential Foundations The Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, developed by Richard Schwartz, has gained significant recognition as an effective therapeutic approach...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Feb 20, 2025 | Color Psychology
What Does Yellow-Green Mean in a Dream Yellow-green, the vibrant hue that bridges the lush tranquility of green and the radiant vitality of yellow, holds a unique place in the spectrum of human emotion and experience. This dynamic, dual-natured color seems to embody...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Feb 20, 2025 | Color Psychology
What does Blue Green Mean in a Dream? Have you ever found yourself captivated by the soothing hues where blue meets green – in the shimmering scales of a fish, the iridescent feathers of a peacock, or the tranquil waters of a mountain lake? This mesmerizing...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jan 19, 2025 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health, Mental Health Resources in Alabama
What is the Window of Tolerance in Psychology? In the realm of psychology and personal growth, the concept of the “window of tolerance” has emerged as a powerful framework for understanding the dynamics of stress, emotional regulation, and resilience....
