Discover + Heal + Grow🔭❤️🩹🌱 : A Taproot Therapy Collective Podcast
We felt the world had enough whispery mental wellness podcasts asking you to eat healthy and breathe deeply. We aim to be more honest and sometimes irreverent and funny about the forces that affect us all. Some episodes feel like hanging out with professional therapists at the bar after work, while others might feel like you’re listening in on a university class with professional thought leaders. We discuss creativity, intuition, trauma, and the overlap between the three in the spectrum of consciousness and the psyche. Approaching topics from a depth psychology and brain-based medicine perspective, we explore the archetypes inherent in arts, design, and mass media. We delve into neuroscience, cutting-edge trauma neurobiology, Jungian psychology, relationships, political psychology, and feature interviews with both amateurs and experts. Discover + Heal + Grow is the podcast of Taproot Therapy Collective, a complex PTSD and trauma-focused therapy practice in Birmingham, Alabama. Hosted by Joel Blackstock and the other therapists at Taproot, it focuses on consciousness and all the cool and messy parts of being human. Subscribe for new episodes where we unpack topics like: The neurobiology behind new age and eastern medicine concepts Psychology of artists and design Cutting-edge trauma therapy approaches Brain-based medicine Archetypes in culture and media Psychology of true crime Therapy representation in entertainment Burnout in helping professions And much more! Whether you’re a fellow trauma therapist or just a fellow seeker, we offer authentic conversations that challenge conventional thinking and explore the depths of consciousness and healing. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Taproot Therapy Collective is the premier provider of therapy for severe and complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. We provide EMDR, Brainspotting, ETT, somatic and Jungian therapy, as well as QEEG brain mapping and neurostimulation. Website: https://gettherapybirmingham.com/ #TraumaHealing #DepthPsychology #ConsciousnessExploration #MentalHealthPodcast #TherapyCollective #PTSD #EMDR #Neuroscience #JungianPsychology #BirminghamTherapy The resources, videos, and podcasts on our site and social media are no substitute for mental health treatment. Please find a qualified mental health provider and contact emergency services in your area in the event of an emergency. Our number and email at Taproot Therapy Collective are only for scheduling, are not monitored consistently, and are not a reliable resource for emergency services.
Episodes
Is your therapist accidentally making your dissociation worse? Why does ketamine - a dissociative drug - keep getting prescribed for dissociative disorders? And what if everything we think we know about treating trauma is backwards?
The ancient wisdom that keeps coming back because it's true
Athens, 399 BCE. Socrates holds the cup of hemlock, about to die for something that can't be proven - only known. The daimonion. The inner voice. The shamanic function that guides from beyond rational thought.
2,400 years later, we call it the unconsci...
How therapy became a computer program and lost its soul
1973: A researcher walks into a psychiatric hospital claiming to hear voices saying "empty, hollow, thud." He's immediately diagnosed with schizophrenia and held for weeks. The twist? He's perfectly sane. It's all an experiment to prove psychiatric diagnosis is fiction.
From genius discovery to UFO battles: The man who found trauma in the body
Wilhelm Reich made one of psychology's greatest discoveries: The body remembers what the mind forgets. Trauma doesn't just live in thoughts and memories - it's held in muscle tension, breathing patterns, and physical armor that protects us from unbearable feelings.
The mystic who mapped the soul while America decided it was too scary
https://gettherapybirmingham.com/the-weird-history-of-psychotherapy-part-2-jungs-and-the-bottom-of-consciousness/
While Freud was projecting his trauma onto patients, Carl Jung made a radical discovery: There's a layer of mind beneath the per...
The cocaine addict who convinced the world children want to sleep with their parents
Vienna, 1866. Ten-year-old Sigmund Freud watches antisemitic thugs knock his father's hat into the mud. Jakob Freud picks it up, head down, and walks on. This moment of paternal humiliation would shape the entire field of psychology.
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Discover the revolutionary integration of Jungian psychology and addiction recovery with Corey Gamberg, Executive Director of Rockland Recovery Treatment Centers. This ...
Join therapist Joel Blackstock, martial artist James Waites, and esoteric practitioner Alice Hawley as they delve into the fascinating world of Japanese swords. This episode explores the metallurgy, history, and psychological significance of the katana – from its invention by Masamune after the Mongol invasions to its deep connections with Bushido philosophy and Japanese culture.
Embark on a captivating journey into the depths of Jungian psychology with hosts Quique Autrey and Joel Blackstock. In this episode, Joel shares his unique perspectives on a wide range of topics, including:
- The potential oversimplification of Jung's ideas by...
Explore the transformative power of Lifespan Integration therapy in this enlightening episode of the Taproot Therapy Collective podcast. Join host Joel Blackstock, LICSW-S, as he interviews three expert LI practitioners: Marie Danner, Kristan Baer, and Pamela Hayes. These skilled therapists share their personal journeys with LI, explain how it gently rewires neural pathways associated with...
Tired of mental health podcasts that just tell you to breathe deeply? Discover + Heal + Grow from Taproot Therapy Collective brings you honest, sometimes irreverent conversations about the real challenges in psychology and therapy today.
In this episode, Joel Blackstock, James Waites, Alice Hawley, and Hailey critique evidence-based practice and the research status quo in psychology. They explore why academic publishing paywalls li...
Ultimate Archetype Meditation for Inner Healing and Self-Discovery | Tapoo Therapy Collective Welcome to the Ultimate Archetype Meditation guided by Joel from the Tapoo Therapy Collective Podcast! 🌟 This transformative meditation, rooted in Jungian psychology and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, helps you connect with your inner Warrior, Magician, Queen, King, Lover, and Child archetypes. Whether you're seeking emotional hea...
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Checkout our episode with Matt from last year when you are done.
We sit down with Matt Hongoltz-Hetling, a Pulitzer Prize finalist and George Polk Award winner renowned for his incisive local reporting. As a reporter for the Valley News in New Hampshire, Matt brings unparalleled depth to every story he tackles. His bylines appear in Popular Science, Foreign Policy, USA Today, and Atavist...
Immerse yourself in the transformative world of Ericksonian hypnosis with this powerful guided meditation for overcoming phobias and healing trauma. Inspired by the revolutionary therapeutic methods of Dr. Milton Erickson, the brilliant psychiatrist who fathered modern hypnotherapy, this deeply engaging visualization process will guide you to reframe your most challenging fears and traumatic memories as opportunities for profound g...
In this episode of Discover Heal Grow, we delve into the rich psychological tapestry woven around dragons, exploring how these mythical beasts have occupied our collective imagination and served as powerful archetypes for both terror and transformation.
Episode OverviewWe begin by tracing dragon origins in ancient mythologies and evolutionary psychology, illuminating how collective fears around predators shaped dragon imagery and...
This deeply transformative meditation, based on the groundbreaking approaches of psychiatrist Milton Erickson and psychotherapist Bill O'Hanlon, guides you on a gentle inner journey to release anger and the weight of obligation.
Through artful storytelling, naturalistic trance, and the strategic use of ...
Alabama physician Dr. Madeline Eckenrode gives an insider's view of the suffering caused by the state's failure to expand Medicaid. Hear harrowing stories of patients with diabetes, substance use disorders and other chronic conditions who can't afford care. Learn how Medicaid expansion would lower costs and save lives. Most importantly, get inspired to join the fight for healthcare justice...
Join therapists Joel Blackstock, Alice Hawley, and James Waites as we dive deep into the fascinating intersection of trauma therapy, psychology, and everyday life. Our roundtable discussions explore everything from clinical approaches to the psychology behind pop culture, spirituality, and the human experience.
Whether you're a fellow trauma thera...
Welcome to this transformative guided meditation designed to help you connect with the wisdom of your inner parts and integrate shadow experiences with compassion. In this meditation, you’ll gently explore where your distressing emotions reside in your body and invite them into a dialogue with your protective and vulnerable parts.
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What to Expect:
🧘♀️ Somatic Exploration: • Find a comfortable pla...
Join us for an exclusive interview with the visionary owners of Peak Neuroscience as they share expert insights on integrating qEEG into your clinical practice. In this conversation, learn how advanced neurostimulation techniques are mak...
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