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A psychotherapist, formerly known as “agnostic,” discovers the power of a relationship with God. In candid, at times poignant, often humorous anecdotes of her own spiritual odyssey and working with others—she explores what can happen when living faith becomes the foundation of an individual’s life.
HOUSE OF SOULS: A Psychologist’s Journey To God is part personal story / part reflection and insight, which puts God back into psychology. There is another way to heal. Another way to feel. It is not all about self-esteem, dysfunctional issues, victimization, ego agendas, and fulfillment of needs. People of faith—whether this comes through organized religion or a deep inner conviction—will likely recognize the challenges described in understanding their most heartfelt experience and trying to practice real spiritual beliefs in our hyper-secular world (which discounts and denies both). How do we find our way spiritually and psychologically amidst the minefield of narcissistic and morally relativistic chaos we’ve come to know as modern life?
As the little girl and future psychologist recognized (and then later forgot for many years), faith opens us to a higher level of experience within a loving, caretaking bond with God. We are also given true absolute moral values (the God rails) as a compass and anchor, which can lead to a pursuit of greater purpose beyond the self, opportunities and meaning in relationships with others—and feelings of wholeness, authenticity, and personal integrity (far more worthwhile than self-esteem).
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Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches (15.24 x 22.86 cm)
Language: English
Black & White on Cream paper
322 pages
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1933816166
ISBN-10: 1933816163
BISAC: Religion / Mysticism
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Print Length: 324 pages
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Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.; 1 edition (February 15, 2012)
Publication Date: February 15, 2012
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Language: English
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Una psicoterapeuta, anteriormente agnóstica, descubre el poder de tener una relación con Dios. Mediante anécdotas sinceras, ocasionalmente conmovedoras y a menudo chistosas sobre su propia odisea espiritual y su trabajo con otras personas, la doctora analiza qué puede suceder cuando la fe viva se convierte en la base de la vida de un individuo.
HOGAR DE LAS ALMAS: El Viaje a Dios de una Psicóloga es en parte una historia personal y en parte una reflexión y percepción, que conecta a Dios nuevamente con el terreno de la psicología. Hay otra manera de curarse. Otra manera de sentir. No todo tiene que ver con la autoestima, los problemas disfuncionales, la victimización, las agendas personales, y el cumplimiento de las necesidades. La gente de fe—ya venga esta de la religión o de una convicción interna profunda—reconocerá probablemente los desafíos descritos al entender su experiencia más sentida e intentar practicar una creencia espiritual verdadera en nuestro mundo tan secular (el cual la infravalora y la niega). ¿Cómo encontramos nuestro camino espiritualmente y psicológicamente en medio del campo de minas narcisista y caos de moral relativista en que se ha convertido la vida moderna?
Como la pequeña muchacha y psicóloga futura reconoció en la infancia (antes de olvidarse por muchos años), la fe nos transporta a un alto nivel de experiencia de amor y vínculo con Dios. También nos muestra los valores absolutos verdaderos (los caminos de Dios) como una brújula y un ancla, las cuales pueden conducir a una búsqueda de mayor propósito más allá de uno mismo, de las oportunidades y del significado de las relaciones con otras personas—además de las sensaciones de integridad personal y de autenticidad (mucho más valiosas que la autoestima).
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Dimensiones del producto: 6 x 9 pulgadas (15.24 x 22.86 cm)
Idioma: español
Blanco y negro en papel crema
374 páginas
Editor: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1933816227
ISBN-10: 1933816228
BISAC: Religión / Espiritualidad / General
LIFELINE: A Spiritual Approach to Depression looks at how and why faith—and most importantly, a relationship with God—is such an immense resource in coping with the bleakness and agony of this devastating condition. Depression covers a broad spectrum, from the normal “blues,” which everyone gets from time to time, to a brutal and debilitating disorder that can sometimes become life-threatening. While there’s a wide range in-between, it’s always painful. Spiritual practice is not a cure nor even a technique, but involves a process and positive commitment that tends to soothe, uplift, and inoculate against the poisonous negativity of depressive despondency, self-deprecation, and despair.
In LIFELINE, clinical psychologist Dr. Judy Marshall explores both depression (a human low point) and spiritual feelings (a high point) from a subjective, experiential perspective. What do these emotions feel like? What do they look like to others in terms of behavior? Through vignettes, she illustrates how a mindset grounded in and guided by spiritual truth and a loving, “living” connection with God can elevate and sustain a person through all degrees of upheaval, crisis, and inner storms. Practical strategies for coping from a spiritual perspective are presented, both as prevention and to restart the individual on a path of emotional healing.
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6" x 9" (15.24 x 22.86 cm)
Black & White on Cream paper
314 pages
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1933816234
ISBN-10: 1933816236
BISAC: Psychology / Emotions
God as Universe. God as Source. God as Dance. This is how we can connect with God in our day-to-day lives. In SELF TO SOUL: A Vision of Psychology and Spirituality, Judy Marshall, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, looks at what timeless, universal spiritual principles suggest about psychology. She presents a nondenominational but traditional spiritual approach to psychological experience as the key to personal growth, transformation, and fulfillment in the here and now.
SELF TO SOUL is written in a poetic, evocative, and at times impressionistic style, which pulls for innate, underlying mystical feelings and encourages reflection. It asks: How am I a self? And a soul? How do I pursue my life as a spiritual being while navigating the challenges of the modern physical world? The reader is taken on a journey from the pursuit of self (so basic in our culture and popular psychology) to the always interactive experience of soul—in which the individual is served best by serving God and maintaining an attitude of compassion towards others.
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6" x 9" (15.24 x 22.86 cm)
Black & White on Cream paper
214 pages
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1933816180
ISBN-10: 193381618X
BISAC: Religion / Spirituality / General
SELF TO SOUL: The Handbook is a tool towards inner discovery. It is a guide in the direction of self-understanding and personal growth. On one level, this is a series of questions, exercises, and issues to ponder—to lead you through the maze of your own psychological assumptions, spiritual beliefs, and moral values. On another level, it is an experiential approach to spirituality and presents a mystical way of being in the world. It is an invitation to get in touch with your soul within. To open up to and develop a relationship with God. To find greater connection with your spiritual brothers and sisters in daily life.
Although it also stands alone, this handbook is a companion to the book SELF TO SOUL: A Vision of Psychology and Spirituality By Judy Marshall Ferraro, Ph.D., clinical psychologist. The material presented reflects a nondenominational, spiritual model for living. This is based on those core spiritual principles that have appeared throughout the world and recorded time (the most important beings a belief in God or a greater spiritual unity beyond ourselves). SELF TO SOUL: The Handbook is not psychological or spiritual advice, nor a self-help program. It is an opportunity to look within and beyond. To clarify, grow, and pinpoint those areas that need to be worked on for a more meaningful life.
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6" x 9" (15.24 x 22.86 cm)
Black & White on Cream paper
266 pages
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1933816197
ISBN-10: 1933816198
BISAC: Religion / Mysticism
WAY STATION is a sometimes humorous, very human, often poignant and raw account of the experiences of clinical psychologist Judy Marshall, while working at a number of “old age” homes for several years in the Los Angeles area. Through her relationships with her patients, Dr. Marshall got to know their world and the inevitable anxieties, loss, physical decline and suffering they faced as a matter of course. Yet she was amazed and inspired by the courage, wisdom, and existential joy of so many, including those who were starkly mentally impaired. She also saw how the spirit or “person” remained within and continued to relate to others, no matter how outwardly deteriorated the person might be.
No longer able to fend for themselves, her patients were now at the “way station,” by definition, a stopping place on a journey. They found themselves at a crossroads between life and death, between independent adult functioning in the vibrant mainstream world and ultimate biological decline. Her patients speak throughout her story—and prove that human life continues and at times shines wonderfully and bright, even as it is winding down.
This is an informative, heartening, and life affirming read for those who have frail, elderly family members—or for people of any age, curious about the final perspective. For all of us, there is much to be learned about life from those who are nearing the end of it.
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6" x 9" (15.24 x 22.86 cm)
Black & White on Cream paper
270 pages
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1933816210
ISBN-10: 193381621X
BISAC: Family & Relationships / Eldercare
Depression is a part of life. Still, how we view the world affects how we experience the world. How can a spiritual approach help us navigate one of life's most painful passages? Even scientific research is beginning to acknowledge that spiritual belief and practice enhances psychological well-being.
"Spiritual" reasons for depression are proposed. Since life is a journey and we learn from all experiences, depression is not viewed as dysfunction or failure that needs to be fixed -- it serves to focus, teach lessons, or give a clear sign that it is time for adjustment or changes. Depression may force a necessary period of reflection, reassessment, preparation, or focus on our relationship with God. In spiritual thinking, depression is something we encounter on our journey. It is not our essence or purpose. We always move to another place eventually.
Depression is also a test of and exercise in faith. More than any other mindset, it makes us harshly question the benevolence and wisdom of the universe or God. Healing occurs through the struggle and commitment to return to faith. Specific ways to help us do this are discussed.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 64 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGA4
UPC: 883629514628
Whether held at gunpoint, witness to death or destruction, or the survivor of personal trauma — when a human being is the victim of or exposed to violent events, there is always a psychological reaction. For functioning people, this reaction can be frightening.
Trauma is psychological injury. Our sense of reality, psychological integrity, and security is torn, slashed, or obliterated. We will heal, but it takes time and awareness of the process involved.
Often called "post-traumatic stress," the specific symptoms that follow trauma are described — intrusive thoughts and images, anxiety, paranoia, easy startle, loss of appetite and sexual interest, sleep problems, nightmares, emotional numbing and withdrawal, irritability, a sense of loss of control, obsessive thoughts and fears, and panicky avoidance of people and places associated with the trauma.
Symptoms may occur to various degrees, appear alone or in combination, and often clear up spontaneously. When a "reaction" becomes a "disorder," and treatment is necessary are discussed.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 57 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGAO
UPC: 883629514727
For most American adults, the period from Thanksgiving through New Year's is a difficult time. Many of us experience some degree of distress — from tension and irritability to sadness and depression, at times painful and severe. The most central issue in "holiday blues" is our internal expectations of what should be, but is not. This often revolves around family and relationships. Being along during the holidays can be devastating.
Paradoxically, being with family can also result in intense crisis, even feelings of aloneness, as the holidays can bring out the worst in dysfunctional family patterns. What are the unique problems associated with these contrasting situations? What are practical, coping strategies for dealing with them? Particularly painful events, such as the first holiday after the death of a loved one, are also addressed. The perspective is taken that there is a deeply psychological and spiritual meaning of the holiday season in our lives, which is often overlooked.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 60 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGBS
UPC: 883629514819
How do we heal? What do we mean by health and disease? Such concepts seem obvious, but many of our assumptions are only one "take" on reality, learned from our culture. Through exposure to other ways of looking at things, we expand our possibilities for growth and, in this case, healing.
The medical model, with which we are so familiar in modern society, is used for both physical and psychological problems. It is the ultimate "fix it" approach. Conceptualizing our minds and bodies as similar to machines, we (1) diagnose the problem area, then (2) treat or repair the "glitch" or defective part.
In contrast, spiritual models are presented. The "inner light" model assumes a vital, unique "healing" essence within. Problems or disorder are assumed to occur in the masking or strangling of this essence through conditioning and false beliefs about the world. If uncovered, nurtured, and allowed to be a guiding force, this inner essence or "light" is believed to transform all aspects of our lives. There is also the "transcendence model" in which we transform the negative into an opportunity for positive growth. The strengths and limitations of all models are explored.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 43 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BG9U
UPC: 883629514499
Sensitivity can be a gift and a curse. In our dog-eat-dog world, it is difficult to appreciate the positive aspects of sensitivity. In fact, the sensitive person often feels "eaten alive" and may battle chronic, sometimes severe psychological problems as a result.
What do we mean by a "sensitive" person? On the negative side — emotional reactivity, mood swings, hyper-awareness of the response of others, guilt and self-doubt, lack of assertiveness, problems with anger expression, loss of boundaries, suspicious perceptions, and the potential for victimization. On the positive side — deep and finely-tuned emotions, compassion for others, genuineness and empathy in relationships, artistic sensibilities, appreciation of beauty, fertile imagination, keen intuition, and spiritual inclinations.
How sensitivity plays out in various life areas and specific strategies for coping, as well as maximizing the great potential (which is the "silver lining" of sensitivity) are discussed.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 60 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGAE
UPC: 883629514710
In modern life, we are ill-informed about mental health and illness, although we are fairly well-informed about physical health and illness. There is also an "all-or-nothing" stigma regarding psychological variation and problems. The assumption is either you are "normal" or you're not!
How this stigma and ignorance affects our lives is discussed. Ignorance breeds fear, denial, and more ignorance. Cultural misinformation and stereotypes are reinforced through the media. In an effort to prove to ourselves and others that we are "normal," we tend not to explore or share inner urges and feelings or take risks. We "straightjacket" our lives into socially acceptable patterns at the expense of growth and self-expression.
When confronted with psychological problems, we suffer in silence and alone. Frightened, we feel ashamed and damaged, and may not seek the support and guidance that we need. When dealing with chronic psychological issues or disorder, instead of managing the condition, the person assumes a "sick" or "defective" identity, causing even greater suffering. Some thoughts towards an attitude shift are presented.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 52 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGAY
UPC: 883629514734
Everybody gets "the blues," but serious depression is a lot more common than most people think. One out of four women will have a classic, major depressive episode at some point in their lives. This cd examines the spectrum of depression — from normal "blues" to major disorder, which is debilitating and life-threatening.
What is the experience of depression? What does it look like? What does it feel like? At what point should we become concerned? The argument is made that depression — at all levels of severity is a negative, altered state of consciousness. Although symptoms may vary in duration and intensity, depression involves specific changes in how we experience the world, our body, and ourselves. How depression distorts our mood, perceptions, bodily functioning, and thinking is discussed.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 45 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGB8
UPC: 883629514758
The most disabling and serious of all mental disorders, schizophrenia is what we associate with madness or insanity. There is a popular misconception that schizophrenia is a "split personality." Actually schizophrenia means "split mind" because there is such chaos and fragmentation of mental processes.
What happens in schizophrenia? What does it look like? What are the distortions in emotion, thinking, and perception that result in such eery and bizarre communication and behavior? Who becomes schizophrenic? What types of treatment are available? The typical course of schizophrenia is presented, along with a description of the classic symptoms and categories.
Stereotypes regarding schizophrenia are discussed, as well as fear of schizophrenic individuals. Finally, there is a plea for compassion and societal responsibility in schizophrenia. This is a universal illness that involves tremendous suffering.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 72 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGC2
UPC: 883629514826
Despite renewed interest over the past decade, there is much confusion regarding what spirituality actually involves. What is the relationship between spirituality and religion? Spirituality and metaphysics? Spirituality and science?
Spirituality is described as involving two distinct elements. First, there are universal spiritual principles -- a "philosophical DNA," found in almost all belief systems throughout the world and recorded time. Referred to as "the perennial philosophy," these principles can be summarized as a belief that (1) there is a God or higher spiritual order (we are part of something greater than ourselves); (2) that God exists within (we are spiritual beings within physical bodies; and (3) that all are best served through cooperation, charity, and compassion to others.
Second, beyond a commitment to spiritual principles, spirituality is "living philosophy." It comes from the heart, not the head. It involves a multi-level, nonverbal awareness of a direct connection between the individual and the greater order or God. How to recognize and access such spiritual feelings is discussed.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 73 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BG9K
UPC: 883629514093
Depression exists at various levels of severity. There are also numerous factors that can contribute to the development of depression. In fact, you can have the same symptoms in two people, but the causes are different in each case.
Biological versus "reactive" depression is discussed. In "reactive" depression, there is a clear external event or situation that causes the depression, such as loss or change or adjustment to a physical injury. Biological depression seems to come out of nowhere, is often recurrent, and raises the question of predisposition, chemical imbalance, and genetics.
The psychological meaning of depression is explored. Depression is associated with loss, helplessness, internalization of feelings, anger turned inward, negative mindset, distorted perceptions, emotional depletion, and internal emptiness. The possibility of an adaptive purpose in depression is also raised.
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Audio CD (December 22, 2008)
Run Time: 41 minutes, 1 track
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Label: CreateSpace
ASIN: B001O9BGBI
UPC: 883629514796
A new way of looking at old ideas and eternal truths...
Is there a God or spiritual unity beyond ourselves? How does this affect and transform us? SELF TO SOUL: Living Philosophy is a unique DVD experience that leads the viewer to the heart and mind of these questions. Photographed and edited in a cinematic style, with an original musical score, SELF TO SOUL: Living Philosophy interweaves lectures By Judy Marshall Ferraro, Ph.D. with exterior footage and surreal images to create a haunting, dream-like panorama and trance.
Both experiential and narrative in presentation, while Nondenominational in approach, SELF TO SOUL: Living Philosophy illustrates the premise that spirituality is primarily experiential and can lead to transformation and emotional healing. The dynamic of change is "living philosophy." In other words, by living universal "core" principles in thought and action, we step into a personal identity of "soul" — and an entirely different way to view ourselves, our lives, and the world around us.
SELF TO SOUL: Living Philosophy looks at:
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Number of discs: 2 (DVD + Soundtrack Audio CD)
DVD Release Date: January 1, 2007
Run Time: 61 minutes (Each disc)
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Written/Presented By: Dr. Judy Marshall
Director/Photographer/Editor/Soundtrack: Joseph (Jeff) F. Ferraro
Format: Multiple Formats, AC-3 Dolby, HiFi Sound, NTSC, Closed-Captioning, Continuous Mix CD
Language: English
Dubbed: English
Region: All Regions
Aspect Ration: 4:3
ASIN: B000MEYKIM
PDF Promo Sheet [5.9 MB]
ELEGY is a visual poem in tribute to those who have served, especially to those who have given their lives to keep us free.
The sheer enormity and uniformity of the tombstones say it all, as if they are standing in military formation for all time. There is transcendent awe and stillness in the light and the mist, like a blanket protecting the rows of graves.
Photographed at Los Angeles National Cemetery, this 10-minute short is not a political statement - nor reflection on war - but a somber reverie, honoring the selflessness, bravery, and sacrifice of the men and women in our military.
We are reminded that freedom is not free, and there is dignity in serving a higher ideal.
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Number of discs: 1 (DVD)
DVD Release Date:January 2, 2009
Run Time: 10 minutes
Publisher: Psychmaster® Psychological Services, Inc.
Written/Presented By: Dr. Judy Marshall
Director/Photographer/Editor/Soundtrack: Joseph (Jeff) F. Ferraro
Format: Multiple Formats, AC-3 Dolby, HiFi Sound, NTSC
Language: English
Dubbed: English
Region: All Regions
Aspect Ration: 4:3
ASIN: B001OTZNYO
UPC: 883629539423
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