Dr. Elizabeth Vance, PsyD, LCSW
🛡️ Verified ClinicianLicensed Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist
Dr. Vance is a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic therapy pioneer with over 14 years of clinical outpatient experience. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic down-regulation techniques, and values-based emotional regulation frameworks.
What is definition of Jungian Therapy in Therapeutic Approaches?
Jungian Therapy, also known as Jungian analysis or analytical psychology, is a therapeutic approach that was developed by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. It is based on the belief that individuals have an innate drive towards self-realization and wholeness.
Jungian Therapy emphasizes the exploration of the unconscious and the integration of conscious and unconscious aspects of the self. It recognizes the importance of dreams, symbols, and myths in understanding the psyche.
The therapist in Jungian Therapy works collaboratively with the client to explore their personal unconscious and gain insight into unconscious patterns of behavior, thoughts, and emotions. The therapeutic process focuses on developing self-awareness, self-reflection, and self-discovery.
Jungian Therapy also emphasizes the collective unconscious, which contains archetypes and universal symbols that are shared by all humans. These archetypes can influence the individual’s thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. The therapist helps the client explore and integrate these archetypal influences.
Overall, Jungian Therapy aims to support individuals in developing their unique selves, finding meaning and purpose in life, and achieving greater psychological well-being.
