American College of Orgonomy

Nonprofit educational and scientific organization devoted to setting and maintaining standards in the field of orgonomy.

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Ideas that make a difference.

For over 50 years, The Journal of Orgonomy has published articles exploring emotional health, character structure, child development, therapy, sociology, and the work of Wilhelm Reich.

📖 In-depth articles
🧠 Expert perspectives
📚 Full journal archives
✨ New content added regularly

Join the conversation and discover a different perspective on human functioning and emotional well-being.

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#Orgonomy #MentalHealth #WilhelmReich #CharacterAnalysis #EmotionalHealth #Therapy #Substack #JournalOfOrgonomy #PersonalGrowth

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True healing starts with understanding yourself emotionally.

Meet Dr. Howard Chavis, MD — psychiatrist, medical orgone therapist, Editor of the Journal of Orgonomy, and member of the American College of Orgonomy.

Dr. Chavis works with patients to help them reconnect emotionally and live in a way that feels authentic and true to themselves.

“This is why I love my work.”

Discover more about “A Different Kind of Psychiatry” at https://t.co/LUvL1zMGaW

#Orgonomy #Psychiatry #MentalHealth #ACO

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What if healing wasn’t about becoming someone else… but finally feeling safe enough to be yourself?

#Orgonomy #WilhelmReich #MentalHealth #HealingJourney #ADifferentKindOfPsychiatry

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Healing is more than fixing.

It’s about understanding, connection, movement, emotion, and meaning.

Real health looks at the whole person.

https://t.co/8DP3e2aLMy Visit our website to learn more.

#mentalhealthawareness #healingjourney #wellbeing

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Some battles aren’t fought on the battlefield.
Sometimes the strongest thing a person can do… is finally let themselves feel.

“Even Marines need to cry sometimes.”
— Dale Rosin, D.O.
The Journal of Orgonomy, Vol. 51 No. 2

At the ACO, we believe emotional health is not weakness, it’s humanity.

#Orgonomy #MentalHealth #Healing

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Curious about Wilhelm Reich and the science of orgone energy?

*Wilhelm Reich and Orgonomy* by Ola Raknes offers a clear and fascinating introduction to Reich’s discoveries, the foundations of orgonomy, and the energetic understanding of human health and nature.

A must-read for anyone interested in psychology, science, medicine, and human functioning.

Visit https://t.co/X7NodfIF6O to get your physical or digital copy and enjoy 20% off. Link in bio.

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We invite you to read a free article on ACO's Substack "Work Energy and the Character of Organizations: Part I*" by Martin D. Goldberg, M.S.
https://t.co/73kEj5CP2f...
#orgonomy #WorkEnergy #psychiatry See less

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What if there were more options when it comes to emotional and mental wellbeing?

Feeling “ok” isn’t always enough.

Sometimes the goal isn’t to mask symptoms or distract yourself from what’s really going on - it’s to understand the deeper issue and work toward real change.

The journey of healing can involve asking better questions, exploring the connection between the body and emotions, and looking beyond surface-level solutions.

Our trained doctors take the time to look deeper, helping patients explore whether they’ve truly tried every option available to support their wellbeing.

Visit our website to find your closest therapist.
Link in bio.

#mentalhealthawareness #emotionalwellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #mindbodyconnection #wellbeing #healingjourney #emotionalhealth #mentalwellness

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Sometimes healing doesn’t begin with words.

Sometimes… it begins with connection.

In one of the most emotional moments from our webinar, a patient shares how her cat helped save her life during severe depression.

Pets can provide comfort, emotional connection, grounding, and unconditional love in ways many people deeply understand.

Watch the full webinar: 🔗 in bio to our YouTube channel

“Pets: A Life-Saving Connection”

on our YouTube channel.

#mentalhealth #pets #healing #therapy

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Dr. Burritt’s mission is to provide personalized holistic care for people of all ages and backgrounds. He aims to get to the root of the problem so that symptoms don’t return when therapy ends or a medication is stopped.

To learn more about Dr. Chris Burritt, D.O., visit https://t.co/LUvL1zMGaW. 🔗Link in bio

#medicalorgonomy #mentalwellbeing #emotionalhealth #therapy #psychiatry #holistichealth

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Why do people change from loving, vibrant children into troubled adults?
*Man in the Trap* by Dr. Elsworth F. Baker explores the emotional forces that shape human behavior and character.

Visit https://t.co/X7NodfIF6O to get your physical or digital copy and enjoy 20% off. Link in bio.

#medicalorgonetherapy #orgonomy #mentalhealth #emotionalwellbeing

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We invite you to watch our Case Presentation Series webinar video recorded on April 25, 2026, "Pets: A Life-Saving Connection" with presenter Susan Marcel, D.O., and interviewer/host Dee Apple, Ph.D.

Listen to a compelling case presentation illustrating how animals provide unconditional love and comfort allowing their owners to leave behind the pain of their depression, anxiety, suicidal thinking and trauma—even if just for a few minutes.

https://t.co/JKPLOauT5d

#pettherapyisthebesttherapy #pettherapy #therapy #psychiatry #orgonomy

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Read our Free Journal Article on Substack ' Wilhelm Reich's Early Work on Character Analysis' by Myron R. Sharaf, Ph.D.

https://t.co/N3C12rXEqa

#CharacterAnalysis #wilehlmreich #orgonomy #psychiatry #psychology

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Wilhelm Reich’s Early Work on Character Analysis* ** https://t.co/fguxKp0COI

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Did you know your pet could be improving your mental health? 📷📷

Want to understand HOW?

Join our LIVE FREE webinar TODAY
📷 24th April Saturday at 11AM

PRESENTED by Susan Marcel, D.O. HOSTED by Dee Apple, D.O.

📷 link in bio to register or visit https://t.co/X7NodfIF6O
#mentalhealth #psychiatry #therapy #emotionalhealth

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We hope you will join us for the The American College of Orgonomy's free webinar this Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11:00AM to 12:00PM (ET). Susan Marcel, D.O. will present “Pets: A Life-Saving Connection” in a discussion with interviewer/host Dee Apple, Ph.D.

Join us for a compelling case presentation illustrating how animals provide unconditional love and comfort allowing their owners to leave behind the pain of their depression, anxiety, suicidal thinking and trauma—even if just for a few minutes.

https://t.co/Z3AHTPLSSc

Register: https://t.co/iM3vSOYVY0

#PetTherapy #pettherapyisthebesttherapy #psychiatry #therapy

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We invite you to listen to the latest episode of our A Different Kind of Psychiatry podcast.

This episode features audio from an ACO Case Presentation Series webinar, “The Legalization of Marijuana: What Parents and Teens Need to Know.” In it, Dee Apple, Ph.D. shares a powerful clinical perspective through the story of a patient whose life was impacted by marijuana use.

Designed for both parents and teens, this episode goes beyond the public conversation to explore the real consequences of marijuana legalization. Dr. Apple discusses how marijuana can affect the developing adolescent brain and how it may interfere with healthy emotional and social development.

Our aim is to encourage an open, honest, and fact-based dialogue about the risks and long-term impact of marijuana use—particularly during the critical teenage years.

https://t.co/ZAjbW9Dj4S

#marijuana #teensandmarijuana #psychiatry #orgonomy #psychology

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The ACO’s Case Presentation Series, continues with a free webinar on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11:00AM to 12:00PM (ET)“Pets: A Life-Saving Connection” Register: https://t.co/LbkryB6c6B

#pettherapy #orgonomy #therapy #Psychiatry #psychology #petlovers

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The ACO’s Case Presentation Series, A Different Kind of Psychiatry, continues with a free webinar on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11:00AM to 12:00PM (ET). Susan Marcel, D.O. will present “Pets: A Life-Saving Connection” in a discussion with interviewer/host Dee Apple, Ph.D.

Interview with Susan Marcel, D.O.:

Why did you choose to present this case?

Dr. Marcel: I chose to present my patient, Ann, because I was very moved by her relationship with her pet cat and the emotional support and love between them. Ann suffered with depression and anxiety since her teen years and she courageously rebuilt her life one step at a time, with her sweet cat by her side. Her story and treatment made me curious about the effect pets have on us.

What treatment approach did you use?

Dr. Marcel: Too often, young people are placed on medication for depression and anxiety without really understanding the deeper layers of their natures and characters and how they function. What Ann needed most was someone to listen to her, hear her, and see her. She knew I took her seriously and we built up a trust over 14 years. Her struggles and journey were difficult and yet her emotional health was evident every time we met. She often talked about her cat in a sweet way as she finished school, began working and developed her social relationships.

What do you hope people will learn from your presentation?

Dr. Marcel: I hope people will learn about the emotional contact and benefits possible between people and their pets. There is a difference between the words "connection" and "contact." We often use the word, “connection” which means "joining together." Emotional contact means "with touch" which is more than simply joining together.

Ann had a genuine and touching relationship with her cat and with me, which we will explore during the webinar. As an added treat, we will also view a touching video Ann made expressing the positive affect her cat had on her life.

To register for the upcoming event: https://t.co/iM3vSOYVY0

#pettherapy #orgonomy #therapy #Psychiatry #psychology #petlovers

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Can pets truly be life-saving? 📷

Join us for our next A Different Kind of Psychiatry Case Presentation Series webinar:

Pets: A Life-Saving Connection

📷 Saturday, April 25, 2026
📷 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (ET)
📷 Presenter: Susan Marcel, D.O.
📷 Host: Dee Apple, Ph.D.

Open to the public. Attendance free.

Register: https://t.co/N4wUxuXjit

#Orgonomy #MentalHealth #Psychiatry #HumanAnimalBond #ACOWebinar