WEBINAR

Introduction to Jungian Somatics

90 minutes·Access delivered immediately
CA$39

"The separation of psychology from the premises of biology is purely artificial, because the human psyche lives in indissoluble union with the body… So what is the body? The body is merely the visibility of the soul, the psyche; and the soul is the psychological experience of the body."

— C.G. Jung

ABOUT THIS WEBINAR

In this 2.5-hour webinar, be introduced to a body of work — Jungian Somatics™ — that Jane has been developing over the last several years. We will explore why it was imperative to understand the structure and function of the psyche through a Jungian depth psychology lens.

After specializing in harnessing the intelligence of the body while supporting people living with shock or complex trauma histories, it became acutely clear that the body does not have all the answers and that in working only with the body, there are limits to what can be offered to clients whose suffering is tenacious and prolific.

Infinity symbol representing the continuous interplay of psyche and soma

WHAT YOU'LL EXPLORE

Key concepts you will be introduced to

How exploring the body through a symbolic lens opens doors to the unconscious psyche.

How nervous system theory needs to include an understanding of the structure of the psyche.

How somatic awareness and practices are woven into psychoanalytic practice.

Why searching for answers to our suffering in the body can be limited and sometimes make people feel more 'broken'.

Why the concept of releasing trauma conflicts with the structure of the psyche and depth psychology knowledge.

WHO THIS IS FOR

Who this is for

Jane has been an embodiment and trauma educator and movement coach with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is a Registered Psychotherapist and Jungian Analyst. This webinar welcomes somatic practitioners to open up doors to more questions about their understanding of somatics, and analysts to shed light on how excluding the body in psychoanalysis can limit dialogue with the unconscious psyche. It may also be of interest to anyone engaged in their own personal healing and therapy.

Disclaimer

This webinar is not intended as a trauma recovery offering and is intended for participants in an emotionally resourced place in their lives. If you are currently receiving mental health support, it is recommended you discuss this offering with your care provider to jointly determine how engaging in this program might impact your overall well-being. We will be exploring the unconscious psyche, which can be destabilizing for people in crisis or emotional overwhelm.

Introduction to Jungian Somatics

90 minutes · Access delivered immediately

CA$39