David’ Hoefer’s Non-Logical Approach to Wellness
Introduction
Hello, my name is Shari Hartz, and I am the treasurer for the Colorado Association of Psychotherapists (CAP). As a hypnotist, my field of study and practice revolves around the power of the mind and how it operates in our world. Today, I want to share with you some significant changes within our organization and how we are adapting to new legal landscapes to continue supporting our community.
The Shift from Advocacy to Education/Join Us in Our Educational Mission
In recent times, the laws surrounding the practice of psychotherapy in Colorado have changed. Previously, individuals from other states could come to Colorado and sign up as licensed psychotherapists. However, due to the new regulations, we can no longer bring in new unlicensed psychotherapists. This shift has led CAP to transition from a licensing-focused organization to one that is primarily educational.
We invite those in our field, whether you are a hypnotist, psychotherapist, or another orientation, to join CAP. By becoming a member or donating to our organization, you can help us continue providing valuable educational resources and talks, such as the recent presentation by David, a seasoned psychotherapist since 2010.
David Hoefer’s Non-Logical Approach to Wellness
David, a member of CAP, discussed in his presentation called a non-logical approach to wellness, focusing on the history of depression. His talk was inspired by personal experiences that suggest embracing depression. David’s journey through depression led to profound awareness and personal growth, which he shared with our community. Below are some key concepts from his theory:
Major Terms and Concepts
- Embrace Your Depression David encourages embracing depression rather than resisting it. This approach allowed him to gain profound awareness and insights into his condition.
- Non-Logical Psychology This term refers to David’s approach of moving beyond traditional logical analysis to understand and address mental health issues. Instead of relying on logic and analysis to overcome depression, David suggests embracing feelings and allowing them to naturally alter one’s chemistry and perceptions.
- Self-Awareness and Reaction David emphasizes the importance of becoming aware of one’s reactions. By noticing and minimizing reactions, individuals can begin to dissolve the conditioning—both conscious and unconscious—that contributes to their mental health challenges.
- Subjective Reality and Identity David discusses the idea of subjective reality, where individuals often reinforce their own identities through affirmations or visualizations. He argues that true growth comes from stepping outside of this subjective box and embracing feelings that have been evaded, which can lead to changes in chemistry, neurology, and perception.
- Ruthless Objectivity This concept involves observing oneself without flinching or taking things personally. By doing so, individuals can incorporate qualities that lead to personal growth and transformation.
- Evolution Beyond Self-Reinforcing Identity David suggests that evolving beyond a self-reinforcing identity requires moving into an evolving self and reality. This process cannot rely on traditional methods like visualization or affirmation but rather involves trusting the unknown and embracing feelings without reaction.
- Feelings as Condensed Information David views feelings as highly condensed forms of information that affect every protein in our bodies. Rather than being inconvenient nuisances, they are essential elements of consciousness that, when experienced without reaction, can lead to new perceptions and personal growth.
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Conclusion
CAP is committed to adapting and thriving in the changing landscape of psychotherapy in Colorado. By focusing on education, we aim to support our community and continue fostering growth and understanding in the field of mental health. We welcome you to join us on this journey.