Training Programs & Institutes
Jungian analytic training, depth psychology graduate programs, and certification programs in somatic, psychodynamic, and experiential modalities. Whether you're a clinician seeking analytic training or someone drawn to depth psychology as a field of study, these are the programs worth knowing about.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Jungian analytic training?
Jungian analytic training is a post-graduate program (typically 4-6 years part-time) that prepares licensed clinicians to practice as Jungian analysts. It requires extensive personal analysis (300+ hours), supervised clinical work, theoretical seminars, and a thesis or case study. Graduates receive a diploma from their institute and are eligible for IAAP membership.
Do I need a clinical license to enter these programs?
It depends on the program. Analytic training institutes (Jungian, psychoanalytic) typically require a master's degree and clinical licensure. Graduate programs in depth psychology (Pacifica, Saybrook) accept applicants at the master's or doctoral level. Certificate programs and non-clinical depth studies are often open to anyone with a bachelor's degree.
What is the difference between a Jungian analyst and a depth-oriented therapist?
A Jungian analyst has completed formal analytic training at an IAAP-accredited institute, including hundreds of hours of personal analysis and supervised casework. A depth-oriented therapist may use Jungian, psychodynamic, or somatic approaches without this formal training. Both can be excellent clinicians — the distinction is about training pathway, not quality.
Can I study depth psychology online?
Some programs offer hybrid or fully online options — Pacifica has online master's programs, and several certificate programs are available remotely. However, analytic training typically requires in-person components for personal analysis and supervised work. Each listing indicates whether online options are available.