by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 21, 2023 | Psychology
One of the things that happens frequently in family therapy is that a person or group of family members will accuse the other person or group of family therapy of being mean or hateful. Most of the time if someone is abusive or intentionally hurtful they won’t...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 19, 2023 | History of Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was Wilhelm Reich? Wilhelm Reich, a controversial figure cloaked in enigmatic complexity and untamed paradoxes, defied easy categorization throughout his extraordinary life. Born on March 24, 1897, in the mystical realm of Galicia, Reich embarked on a career...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 17, 2023 | History of Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Carl Rogers Did you enjoy this article? Checkout the podcast here: https://gettherapybirmingham.podbean.com/ In a remarkable response to the dominant therapeutic models of his era, such as psychoanalysis and behaviorism, Carl Rogers revolutionized the field with his...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 17, 2023 | History of Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
The final chapter of the acclaimed television series “Mad Men” takes place at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. Seeking solace and meaning, the protagonist Don Draper and other characters from the show find themselves at Esalen, a renowned...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 16, 2023 | History of Psychotherapy
Fritz Perls: Exploring Gestalt Therapy Fritz Perls, an innovative psychotherapist and one of the key figures in the development of Gestalt therapy, made significant contributions to the field of psychology. His innovative approach to therapy, grounded in the concept...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | May 4, 2023 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health
Did you enjoy this article? Checkout the podcast here: https://gettherapybirmingham.podbean.com/ Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome is crucial for overall health and wellbeing. Recent studies have shown that there is a strong connection between gut health and mental...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 20, 2023 | Neuroscience and the Brain for Therapists, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
What is the difference between Types of Neuromodulation? All the new neuromodulation modalities can be confusing to tell apart. How are they all different, what is their history, and how can they help you. Did you enjoy this article? Checkout the podcast here:...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Apr 17, 2023 | Free Resources for Therapists in Private Practice, Neuroscience and the Brain for Therapists, Psychology Book Reviews and Non Fiction, Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
What if Bessel van der Kolk wrote a sequel to his influential book on trauma today? Did you enjoy this article? Checkout the podcast here: https://gettherapybirmingham.podbean.com/ e If anyone is familiar with the book The Body Keeps the Score, by world renowned...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Mar 6, 2023 | Free Resources for Therapists in Private Practice, Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools
Last weekend BetterHelp, the online subscription therapy company, settled with the FTC for almost 8 million in fines for selling therapy patient’s confidential information to Facebook and Snapchat. This isn’t justice, so hold your applause. Did you enjoy this...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 5, 2022 | Self Help and Personal Development, Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools
We must become “unstuck” from our present time if we ever want to just stop simply existing and decide what the purpose of our existence is. We do not get to choose the times we are born into or how much time we are given. Find more @...
