The foundation for Jungian Psychoanalysis—also known as Analytical Psychology—was established by the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung (1875–1961) and was subsequently further developed by later analysts.

The primary goal of Jungian analysis is to facilitate a deep and transformative process of self-discovery and personal growth. In essence, this approach is aimed at helping individuals to better know and accept their inner world, to reconcile psychological conflicts, and to continue developing toward a sense of wholeness and unity.

Analytical Psychology is suitable for people who have been experiencing complaints regarding their mental well-being for an extended period, or who—despite multiple attempts to change—still repeatedly fall back into old patterns.

Jungian analysis is also highly suitable for individuals who do not have specific complaints but feel a need for psychological growth or have the sense that there is more within them and in their lives than they are currently realizing.

Traditionally, it was customary in Jungian analysis for clients to come 3 to 5 times per week for a 50-minute session, over several years.

Because in the current era this often meets with practical and financial objections, it is increasingly common for clients to come for analysis 1 to 2 times per week—but not less than that—and always at a fixed time of the week.

The costs for undergoing analysis are not reimbursed by insurance. The fees average between €100 and €200 per 50-minute session.

Jungian analysis can only be provided by recognized analysts (IAAP) and analysts-in-training who work under the supervision of a recognized analyst. It is estimated that around 2,500 analysts work worldwide.

Loek is currently an analyst-in-training at the Guild of Analytical Psychologists in London, UK.

analysis (C.G. Jung)