Dr. Paul Rains writes about his passion. Photography has been a joy of mine since childhood. Developing B&W negatives in a poorly ventilated basement and burning light sensitive sheets of photo paper with the enlarger…well, we have come a long way. Now digital photography has opened much greater (and cleaner!) avenues of creativity. Whether I am at home in the Missouri Ozarks or on an international trip, I enjoy taking photographs of nature or people or a variety of other subjects. I hope you enjoy seeing these photos. If can take the time, I would value your comments. Email me at [email protected] or visit Paul.smugmug.com.
My Therapy Insights from photography has been inspired by training with Dr. John Gottman and Judy Weiser. I was privileged to study the use of photos in therapy with Judy in Vancouver, Canada. I primarily use phototherapy when working with groups and families. For further descriptions on therapy possibilities, visit https://phototherapy-centre.com/about-judy-weiser/.
Dr. John Gottman and his wife Julie are prominent researchers in family therapy. They teach workshops for couples and therapists around the world. Their DVD’s and books are also available from most bookstores. Dr. Gottman asks couples to bring in their photo albums (childhood pictures as well) so they together can get a better idea of what the family is like. Gottman instructs couples to use the photo albums to "give a tour” of the main characters and events in life their lives growing up, and in their lives together. The shared meanings (or their absence) help couples to discover new insights about their relationship.
Paul Rains therapy has inspired me to discover new insights with the beauty he captures. It has been a challenge to select photos from his extensive gallery on many subjects. Some of my favorites are from his portfolio of Beautiful Women.
Your Therapy Insight through the Art of Photography:
1. Use these slide shows for relaxation, enjoyment, or whatever reason.
2. Select a photo(s) of a beautiful woman and write a story about her. Here are some suggestions:
a. Find a photo that reminds you of someone who has crossed your path.
b. Find a photo that can represents women in your life: a mother, a wife or girlfriend, a daughter, sister or teacher.
BEAUTIFUL WOMEN
Paul writes: Fortunately I’ve had the pleasure of photographing many women in various locations in the world. I've included some in the gallery below. Every single photo in this gallery shows a beautiful woman. Some are beautiful just by physical appearance, but only a few. Most are beautiful from that translucent quality that allows you to see her spirit. For Christians this is often the joy of the Lord. For others it is a zest for living, or the satisfaction that comes with a sense of self-confidence. It is a peace of coming to terms with herself and her place in the world. How much more important is the beauty of the spirit. It certainly endures the rigors of time more gracefully than physical beauty.