by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Recovering from Abuse, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
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 18, 2024 | Philosophy for Therapists, Psychology, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Exploring the Contributions of Rollo May to Existential Psychotherapy Who was Rollo May Rollo May (1909-1994) was an influential American existential psychologist and psychotherapist. He played a key role in introducing existential psychology to the United States and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 18, 2024 | Philosophy for Therapists, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was Albert Camus? Albert Camus (1913-1960) was a French philosopher, author, and journalist who is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. His work explored the absurdity of the human condition, the search for meaning in a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 18, 2024 | Philosophy for Therapists, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was Søren Kierkegaard? Søren Kierkegaard (1813-1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, and author widely regarded as the first existentialist philosopher. His work explored the nature of human existence, emphasizing individuality, personal choice and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 17, 2024 | Psychology, Self Help and Personal Development
Insights from Philosophy and Psychotherapy Laughter and screaming may seem like opposite reactions, but they actually share a common trigger: the unexpected. Both are instinctive responses that arise when we encounter something that doesn’t fit our mental...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 15, 2024 | Psychology, Psychology of Media and Culture, Psychology of Politics
Vilém Flusser: Philosopher of Simulacra I. Who was Vilém Flusser Vilém Flusser (1920-1991) was a Czech-born philosopher, writer, and media theorist who made significant contributions to the understanding of communication, media, and technology in the late 20th...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)? Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) is a form of brief psychotherapy developed by Dr. Habib Davanloo in the 1960s. It is characterized by its focus on rapidly accessing and resolving...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Relational Cultural Therapy? Relational Cultural Therapy (RCT) is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes the centrality of relationships and cultural context in psychological well-being. Developed by Jean Baker Miller and colleagues at the Stone Center at...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Panic-Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy? Panic-focused psychodynamic psychotherapy (PFPP) is a specialized form of psychotherapy developed specifically for the treatment of panic disorder. It combines elements of psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Panic-Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy? Panic-focused psychodynamic psychotherapy (PFPP) is a specialized form of psychotherapy developed specifically for the treatment of panic disorder. It combines elements of psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on...
