As a trainee at the C.G. Jung Institute of LA, I maintain a curious perspective and welcome the guidance of both the conscious mind as well as the unconscious.

What is Jungian Psychotherapy?

(Taken from the C.G. Jung Institue of LA website https://junginla.org)

Jungian psychotherapy utilizes theories and methods developed by the Swiss psychiatrist, Dr. Carl G. Jung. Jungian psychotherapy investigates the conscious and unconscious psyche in order to help remove or mitigate troubling symptoms or blocks to a healthy and fulfilling life. Jung believed that the origin of most symptoms or blocks lies in the unconscious, therefore, an attempt to access what the “unconscious has to say” through dreams, associations, and fantasies is an important aspect of this kind of psychotherapy. Attention to conscious thoughts and feelings and to the everyday aspects of one’s life are also important areas of focus. Jung did not promote rigid techniques; he believed the process of psychological development to be unique to each individual. Therefore, a Jungian analysis will vary considerably according to the needs of each client.

Jungian psychotherapist examine the personal past. In addition, they look for meaning hidden in current problems as help in finding direction for one’s ongoing life and to connect with the larger meaning of life. Jungian analysts investigate both the personal and the collective unconscious.

Jungian psychotherapist put emphasis on the therapeutic relationship.

Jungian psychotherapist will look to the unconscious (fantasies and dreams) as a guide in the overall process.

Jungian psychotherapist work with archetypal imagery and look to dreams and patterns of one’s life through mythological parallels.

Jungian psychotherapy is viewed as a collaborative process.