A depth approach to mental health
I use a Jungian depth psychology framework for its ability to guide clients to new places within themselves. We focus on unconscious content as a means to integrate forgotten parts of ourselves for personal growth and wholeness. Unconscious content can be childhood memories, fantasies, behaviors, artwork, emotions, unaccepted ideas, etc. These are often the motive behind many of our patterns and heightened reactions. By integrating the unconscious content, we begin to expand our perspective about ourselves which creates more acceptance and compassion internally and externally.
A concept that is unique to depth psychology is the use of imagination. By tracking the images of our imagination, we can begin to piece together a better idea of who we are as well as where we would like to go within our lives. These images help us make sense of our lives and our purpose. Transformation from a depth psychology lens would look like living a more authentic and whole life.
Jungian techniques I use within sessions:
- Active imagination
- Spontaneous Drawing
- Somatic Exploration
- Dream Analysis
- Guided Imagery