by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Apr 4, 2024 | Phenomenology and Existential Psychology
Who was Theodor Adorno Theodor W. Adorno, a seminal thinker of the Frankfurt School, developed a profound critique of modern society that continues to resonate with those seeking to understand the complexities of the human psyche and the societal forces that shape it....
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Mar 25, 2024 | Interviews and Case Studies, Psychology of Design and Architecture
In a recent interview, Dr. James Maffie, author of “Aztec Philosophy,” shared his insights into the complex and fascinating world of Aztec metaphysics. Dr. Maffie explained that the Aztec worldview centers around the concept of “teotl,” a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Dec 11, 2023 | History of Psychotherapy
The Revolutionary Influence of Moreno on Modern Therapy Jacob Levy Moreno, a name often whispered in the corridors of psychotherapy, brought a revolutionary perspective to the therapeutic world. His groundbreaking concepts not only influenced numerous therapists,...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Dec 3, 2023 | Jungian Concepts
Meditation to Integrate the Shadow Welcome today we’ll embark on a meditation journey to integrate aspects of our shadow – those extreme emotional reactions, feelings of shame, and overwhelming sensations that we often repress and run away from in life....
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Nov 6, 2023 | Dreams and the Unconcious, Symbolism and Meaning
What is the symbolism of different colors in dreams? What does the color red mean in dreams: In dreams, colors wield the power to mirror our deepest emotions and psychic states, and red, with its primal force and psychological weight, offers a particularly vivid...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 19, 2023 | Anthropology and Evo Psych, Jungian Concepts
Crystals are not shaped like the Buddha’s face When I was in a bachelors psychology class at Sewanee I had to listen to a student, who was a enthusiast of psilocybin mushrooms, go on a rant to the professor about how there were “magic crystals” in...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 1, 2023 | Neuroscience and the Brain, Resources for Therapists and Private Practice, Trauma Treatment in Alabama
What is it that Brainspotting is doing in the brain? One of the questions that we get asked the most is how brain based medicine like brainspotting, EMDR, and ETT work in the brain. Like many discoveries before it we know often discover THAT something works and then...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 20, 2023 | Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Neuroscience and the Brain, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology
Jungian Thought with a Unique Perspective on Ego Development in Mythology Erich Neumann’s “The Origins and History of Consciousness” is a dense and relatively early exploration of Jungian psychology. The book not only delves into the intricate web of...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 18, 2023 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, science is continually pushing boundaries to uncover novel approaches for improving mental health. One promising avenue gaining traction is synergistic nutrition – a concept where specific combinations of nutrients work...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 8, 2023 | History of Psychotherapy
In recent years, the study of microglia, the often-overlooked brain cells, has gained remarkable attention in the field of neuroscience. This newfound focus on microglia is not without reason. Emerging research, particularly the work of Donna Jackson Nakazawa and Iain...
