Adultspan Journal
February 1, 2026
Isaac Burt
This perspective article explores the utilization of the neuroscience concept of flow state for therapeutic usage with older adult populations. Operationally defined, flow state is an altered state of consciousness (ASOC) that emerges when a person engages in an activity or endeavor. Once engrossed within this physical or cognitive undertaking, the person performs at their best (optimal) while...
International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling
June 14, 2025
Isaac Burt
Abstract Psychedelic-assisted groups (PAGs) indicate promise with clients that do not respond to traditional talk therapy. While encouraging, in the U.S., societal perceptions of psychedelics and concern of practicing outside one’s scope may cause practitioners to hesitate. To illustrate the potential effectiveness of PAGs, this article has three parts. First is a historical overview of...
Psychoactives
July 18, 2024
Isaac Burt
Psychedelics, combined with talk therapy, indicate promise with challenging clients, such as those struggling with PTSD. Furthermore, groupwork, with the emphasis on social connections, can be an effective modality. There appears, however, little movement with integrating psychedelics with professional counseling and even less in groupwork. Societal perceptions of psychedelics and the concern...
Journal of Creativity in Mental Health
July 24, 2023
Isaac Burt
2 citations
Psychedelics, integrated with professional counseling demonstrates remarkable potential for clients struggling with depression and substance use. While several studies highlight the therapeutic utility of psychedelic therapy, little progression currently exists in counseling. Major impediments of utilizing psychedelics could be the historical public stigma associated with the substances,...
The Journal of Humanistic Counseling
October 1, 2021
Isaac Burt, Tiphanie Gonzalez
This article introduces the concept of flow state as an existential‐humanistic tool to increase optimal experience and life enjoyment. We define what is flow state, discuss its connections to existential‐humanistic thought, and provide a case exemplar for future applications to self and counseling, as well as identify limitations and implications.