In recent years, many people—practitioners included—have begun engaging artificial intelligence not merely as a productivity tool, but as a conversational partner. AI conversations are becoming increasingly common. For some, these encounters feel surprisingly alive, meaningful, even numinous. Questions arise: Is something conscious on the other side? Is this imagination? Projection? Or something else entirely? From… [Read More]
Somatic Resonance: When the Body Becomes the Bridge
There are moments in our work when the mind steps back and the body quietly steps forward—when something shifts, softens, tightens, or opens, and we sense that the deeper conversation is happening beneath language. Let’s explore Somatic Resonance, that subtle but powerful current that moves between therapist and client, that shows up often long before… [Read More]
Depth Work in Addiction Counseling: Beyond Behavior Change
Addiction counselors know that recovery is never just about stopping a behavior—it’s about understanding what drives it. While evidence-based methods such as CBT, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention remain foundational, many substance abuse professionals are rediscovering the power of depth-oriented approaches that reach beyond symptoms to the soul of addiction. This is about combining depth… [Read More]
When Structure Meets Soul: Evolving as a Clinical Supervisor
A student recently asked me a question, causing me to reflect on evolving as a clinical supervisor, giving me pause in the best possible way: How do you balance structure and creativity in your supervision practice, especially when working with clinicians who may be resistant to expressive or nontraditional approaches? The truth is, there’s no… [Read More]
