| Individuation means... becoming one's own self. C.G. Jung
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jung's approach The approach to psychological work evolved by Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961) has become known as Jungian analysis, or more formally, analytical psychology. It is from Jung that we have gained terms such as archetypes, introvert/extrovert, personality types, and the collective unconscious. A Jungian analyst works with the symbolic language of the unconscious, accessed through dreams, fantasies, and imagination. Sessions include discussions of life issues and concerns, interpretation of dreams and creative activity of all kinds to discern what unconscious energy wants to emerge and where it wants to lead the individual. The Jungian approach is well-suited to a wide range of mental health issues and life situations. It is about a deep urge: realizing as much of our human potential as possible. The goal is to work deeply rather than briefly. Jung’s approach focuses on the archetypal – original or healthy – human wholeness in all its breath, depth and complexity. More precisely, it focuses on the natural growth process towards wholeness that Jung called 'individuation', a life-long unfolding into wholeness. Jung found this process manifested in the world’s many cultures and religions, and made a place for these expressions of wholeness in his psychological work. Jungian analysis is not only about searching the past and undoing wounds; it is about moving beyond limitations into a greater uniqueness. It, therefore, is often experienced as spiritual development. |
