by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 7, 2024 | Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Philosophy for Therapists
Who was Socrates? Socrates, one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy, was born in Athens, Greece, in 470 BCE. He lived during a time of great intellectual and cultural flourishing, known as the Golden Age of Athens. Socrates’ life and teachings...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Aug 1, 2024 | Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology, Spirituality and The Transcendent Function in Psychotherapy
Who was Pierre Teilhard de Chardin? Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (1881-1955), the French Jesuit priest, paleontologist, and philosopher, devoted his life to reconciling the realms of matter and spirit, science and religion. His unique vision sought to bridge the...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 31, 2024 | Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was Friedrich Hölderlin? The Course of Life (Lebenslauf) You too wanted more, but love Forces all of us under. Pain’s necessary curve Returns us to our beginnings. Whether up or down, in the holiness of night, Speechless nature determines all the days to come; Yet...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 31, 2024 | Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was D.T. Suzuki Daisetsu Teitaro Suzuki (1870-1966), better known as D.T. Suzuki, was a pivotal figure in the introduction of Zen Buddhism to the West. A prolific writer, lecturer, and translator, Suzuki played a key role in shaping the Western understanding of...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 31, 2024 | Christian Mysticism in Therapy, Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers
The Depth Psychology o Kabbalistic Concept of Ein Sof What is Kabbalah? Kabbalah is a mystical tradition within Judaism that seeks to understand the nature of divinity, the structure of the universe, and the purpose of human existence. The term “Kabbalah”...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 31, 2024 | Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
A Jungian Perspective on Shadow Work and Healing from Fiction In his 1971 novel “Grendel,” John Gardner reimagines the Old English epic “Beowulf” from the perspective of the titular monster. This postmodern retelling offers a provocative...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 29, 2024 | Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Philosophy for Therapists, Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Psychotherapy Biographies: Historical Figures in the History of Psychology
Who was Edmund Husserl? Edmund Husserl (1859-1938), the German philosopher widely regarded as the founder of phenomenology, has had a profound and enduring influence on the development of psychology and psychotherapy. His rigorous investigation of the structures of...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 24, 2024 | Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Psychology of Buildings and Architecture, Psychology of Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
What is a Labyrinth? “The labyrinth is an ancient symbol that relates to wholeness. It combines the imagery of the circle and the spiral into a meandering but purposeful path.” – Dr. Sandra Wasko-Flood Read This Article as a Pdf: What is a Labyrinth...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 24, 2024 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health, Mental Health and Psychotherapy Resources in Alabama, Recovering from Abuse, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
What supplements help mental health? Supplements for Mental Health: Vitamin A: Essential for brain development and function, may impact mood regulation. Vitamin C: Acts as an antioxidant, potentially reducing oxidative stress in the brain associated with anxiety and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Jul 24, 2024 | Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Understanding Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in Therapy
Is there a trauma therapy that goes beyond endlessly talking? Alternative Approaches to Trauma Healing: Beyond CBT and DBT Trauma is a complex and pervasive issue that affects millions of people worldwide. While traditional talk therapies like Cognitive Behavioral...
