by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Feb 25, 2025 | Psychology Topics, Resources and Recommendations
How can I get over on Past Anger? Anger is a powerful and often misunderstood emotion. Many of us have been taught to view anger as a purely negative force – something to be suppressed, avoided, or released in cathartic outbursts. But what if anger could be more...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 26, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy
Who was John Bowlby? “What cannot be communicated to the mother cannot be communicated to the self.” – John Bowlby John Bowlby (1907-1990) stands as one of the most influential psychologists of the twentieth century, fundamentally transforming our...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 25, 2024 | Jungian Concepts, Symbolism and Meaning
What is the Lover Archetype? Origins and Characteristics The Lover archetype represents the universal human desire for intimacy, passion, and connection. Present in various forms throughout history, the Lover embodies the pursuit of love, beauty, and sensual pleasure...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 5, 2024 | Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Symbolism and Meaning
How does the anima and animus show up in relationships? The concept of the anima and animus is one of the most enduring and influential ideas to emerge from the work of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into the anima/animus...