by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Formative Psychology? Formative Psychology is a comprehensive approach to understanding human development and behavior that was developed by Stanley Keleman. This innovative model emphasizes the role of the body in shaping our experiences, emotions, and...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Jungian Concepts, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)? Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) is a form of psychotherapy that integrates elements of attachment theory, affective neuroscience, and experiential therapies. Developed by Dr. Diana...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET)? Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) is a short-term, evidence-based intervention designed specifically for the treatment of trauma-related mental health conditions, particularly those resulting from multiple or complex traumatic...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is NARM Therapy? The Neuro-Affective Relational Model (NARM) is an advanced therapeutic approach designed to address developmental trauma and attachment issues. NARM integrates top-down (cognitive) and bottom-up (somatic) interventions to work with the link...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy, Models of Psychotherapy
What is Holographic Memory Resolution (HMR) Therapy? Holographic Memory Resolution (HMR) is an innovative therapeutic approach that combines elements of traditional psychotherapy with concepts from quantum physics and holographic theory. Developed in the 1990s, HMR...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 7, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy
What is Clean Language and Symbolic Meaning Therapy? Clean Language and Symbolic Modeling is an innovative approach to psychotherapy that helps clients explore their inner world and facilitate personal transformation. Developed by counseling psychologist David Grove...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 5, 2024 | Anthropology and Evo Psych, History of Psychotherapy, Jungian Concepts, Ketamine for Trauma and PTSD, Psychology
Resolving the Conflict Between Lizard and Mammal Brains The human brain is an astonishingly complex and metabolically expensive organ. Weighing in at just three pounds, it consumes a whopping 20% of the body’s total energy budget [1]. This high cost is a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 30, 2024 | History of Psychotherapy
What is Coherence Therapy? Overview Coherence Therapy is a groundbreaking therapeutic approach that works with the brain’s emotional learning and memory systems to swiftly resolve a wide range of psychological problems. Developed by psychotherapists Bruce Ecker...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 19, 2024 | Resources and Recommendations, Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
How Present-Moment Awareness Can Transform Your Life Mindfulness, the practice of bringing non-judgmental awareness to the present moment, has emerged as a powerful tool for promoting mental health and well-being. Psychologists, therapists, and counselors are...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
What is Lifespan Integration Therapy? Lifespan Integration (LI) is a gentle, body-based therapeutic method that aims to heal without re-traumatizing. Developed by Peggy Pace, a clinical psychologist, LI is founded on the understanding that the mind-body system is...
