The Therapeutic Potential of Nonordinary States of Consciousness, as Explored in the Work of Stanislav Grof
Journal of Humanistic Psychology July 1, 1992 Todd Evan Pressman 6 citations
A theory is proposed for how nonordinary states of consciousness can facilitate a person's movement toward wholeness. The article reviews the historical development of research into these states and defines key terms. The work of Stanislav Grof is examined in depth, presenting his model of consciousness derived from accounts of nonordinary experiences. Clinical case studies are offered as evidence for Grof's model, which is shown to align with the proposed theory of therapeutic potential.