I have been in
clinical practice for almost thirty years helping individuals meet the
challenges in daily living. More specifically, I have worked with
individuals who sought assistance in dealing with depression, anxiety,
anger, motivation, self-esteem, relationship concerns and a variety of
other issues that hinder their living a more fulfilling life. As a part
of this process, I have helped clients to live authentically by
accessing, embracing, and expressing their creative genius.
From
my early years I questioned why some individuals are able to pursue
their life dream while others seem inhibited to do so. In part, I
firmly believe that my interest in psychology was to help individuals
move beyond their barriers so that they could more freely pursue their
individual journey. To some degree, I am sure that this interest is
based on observing my father, a former comedian, spend much of his
adult life reminiscing about the pursuit of his craft, rather then
actively sustaining his passion.
Each and every day of our lives
we are creating our lives through the decisions we make and the actions
we take. Whether or not we are mindful when making these choices, they
define who we are and who we wish to become. As such, whether
formulating our life journey or pursuing a particular creative passion,
each of us faces the challenge inherent in assertively pursuing
self-expression.
Through my programs I help individuals
develop increased freedom to access, accept, and express their creative
genius, whether related to the larger issue of life choices, or the
more focused task of remaining committed to and persistent in pursuing
one’s creative passion. I do so by offering a variety of theory and
skills to effectively manage the tension that all too often impedes the
capacity to access and embrace one’s creative genius.
I proceed
from the premise that the creative act inherently is accompanied by
some degree of tension in mind and body that is a natural part of
descending into the unknown. Secondly, much of the tension associated
with the creative act also derives from inhibiting mind-body states
that have become an automatic reaction to moving forward in the
creative endeavor. I work with clients to help them recognize and
manage the different sources of tension so that, in mind and body, they
can more completely be present and engaged in the creative moment.
Bernard Golden, Ph.D.
Bernard Golden, PhD. • 1 East Delaware Place, Suite 310 Chicago, Illinois 60611 Email: bgolden10@sbcglobal.net - Tel. 312-642-0265