Serving clients from Jungian PsychoanalysisMost people associate the word “psychoanalysis” with image of a gray-bearded man smoking a pipe and saying, “Tell me about your mother”. Today this image of psychoanalysis seems outdated and pretentious. Although psychoanalysts may have practiced this way in the past, times have changed. The original theories of Freud and Jung have evolved continuously and creatively over the rich, hundred year history of psychoanalytic treatment. Despite our “quick fix” culture, psychoanalysis is still widely practiced in the United States. It remains the most in-depth form of therapy, with an unmatched understanding of the human psyche and the most rigorously and thoroughly trained therapists in the field of mental health. A psychoanalytic approach is well-suited for people who want to understand themselves at a deeper level and to discover greater meaning, purpose and creative fulfillment in their lives. It’s recommended for those seeking to transform destructive or limiting patterns, especially when those patterns are long-standing and repetitive. It’s also helpful for people seeking to heal the effects of painful or traumatic past experiences and when previous, less intensive therapy or counseling has not been helpful enough. Like other therapies, psychoanalysis is concerned with easing emotional suffering. But while it may include solving problems or coping with crisis, analysis aims at more lasting change by facilitating deeper psychological growth. This involves transforming problematic patterns, both in relationships with others and in relationship to ourselves, as well as uncovering blocks that prevent us from living our full creative potential. Two specialized forms of psychoanalysis are most influential in my practice. Jungian analysis, based on the work of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, aims at activating the individual’s innate healing capabilities. Our symptoms, our struggles, our suffering and our dreams are all regarded as messages about unknown or neglected parts of ourselves which need attention. By listening to these messages, we gain new perspective on our difficulties, a deeper connection to ourselves and the strength to change old patterns. Along with relief from pain, Jungian analysis works toward developing access to inner wisdom, authenticity and renewed energy for life. It is as much a form of “inner work” as it is psychological treatment. My work is also strongly influenced by the contemporary relational model, an approach that is gaining increasing support by neuroscience research. Relational analysis explores the impact of current and past relationships on the individual’s well-being and uses the interaction between the client and therapist to build understanding of the client’s relationship patterns. This process supports clients to transform destructive patterns, to emerge from the negative imprinting of early experiences and to develop healthier, more deeply satisfying relationships. Key Features of Analysis
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