by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Oct 19, 2024 | Lifespan integration in Alabama, Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
The Complex Art of Hiding in Plain Sight Understanding Masking in Neurodivergent Individuals Masking, also known as camouflaging, is a common phenomenon among neurodivergent individuals, particularly those with multiple co-occurring conditions. It refers to the...
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 9, 2024 | Comparative Religion for Therapy, Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Mythology and Therapy, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
How to Understand The Epic of Gilgamesh What is the Epic of Gilgamesh The Epic of Gilgamesh is one of the oldest surviving works of literature, dated to around 2100 BCE. This Sumerian epic poem tells the story of Gilgamesh, the hero-king of Uruk, and his adventures...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 30, 2024 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health, Anthropology and Evolutionary Psychology for Therapy, Brainspotting in Alabama: Revolutionary Trauma Therapy for Deep Healing, Neuroscience and the Brain for Therapists, Therapy Resources for Alabama, Trauma Treatment in Alabama
An In-Depth Exploration of What Brainspotting Does in the Brain Brainspotting is a relatively new psychotherapy approach that combines elements of psychodynamic, somatic, and mindfulness-based therapies to facilitate deep emotional healing and trauma resolution [1]....
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 24, 2024 | Psychology of History, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
A History of the Mummy: Mummies have long held a place of fascination in the human imagination, serving as enduring symbols of ancient civilizations and the mysteries of life and death. From the carefully preserved remains of ancient Egyptian pharaohs to the naturally...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 24, 2024 | Psychology of History, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
Why do we believe in Vampires? Vampires have long captured the human imagination, appearing in the folklore, literature, and popular culture of societies across the globe. These enigmatic figures, often depicted as undead beings who sustain themselves by feeding on...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 23, 2024 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health, Anthropology and Evolutionary Psychology for Therapy, Mythology and Therapy
What Does the Witch Represent in Psychology? As the nights grow longer and Halloween draws near, our thoughts turn to the spooky, the mystical, and the uncanny. This is the time of year when we confront the shadows – both literal and psychological. One of the...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 20, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology
Examining the Implied Assumptions in Different Therapy Modalities When we think of therapy, we often associate it with self-improvement and positive change. After all, isn’t the goal of therapy to help us become better versions of ourselves? But does therapy...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 2, 2024 | Therapy Resources, Tips and Tools
Holistic and Somatic Approaches to Healing After Loss Check out information on The Light Movement and their trainings and offerings. Grief is a universal human experience, yet it is deeply personal and unique to each individual. In this article, we explore innovative...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 1, 2024 | Cults and High Control Group Psychology, Psychology of Conspiracy Theories, Recovering from Abuse, Therapeutic Approaches and Techniques for Therapists
Understanding the Appeal of a Moral Panic What was the Satanic Panic The 1970s and 1980s saw a wave of moral hysteria known as the “Satanic Panic,” characterized by widespread fear of alleged Satanic cult activity. Despite a lack of evidence, many...
