ON-DEMAND COURSE

Introduction to Jungian Psychology

Jungian Psychology
TEACHER
James Hollis 
TOPIC
Jungian Psychology
Format
7 Class Course
DURATION
7 hours

Payment options: Credit Card or PayPal.

Discover the Core Principles of Jungian Psychology with James Hollis

This 7-class online course is the best introduction available to the fundamental principles of Jungian Psychology.

Carl Jung is regarded as one of the pioneer explorers of the human psyche. What differentiated him from others is that he recognized that as meaning-seeking, meaning-creating creatures we as human beings also require connection to that which nourishes the soul. During this course, master teacher and Jungian Analyst, James Hollis, will guide you through the fundamental aspects of Carl Jung’s psychology. He will not only cover the theoretical aspects, but will also enable you to apply these insights in your day-to-day life and grow psychologically.

Introduction to Jungian Psychology Course

One of the pioneer explorers of the human psyche was the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung (1875-1961). He incorporated Freud’s appreciation of the biological drives that move humankind, and Alfred Adler’s emphasis on family dynamics in the formation of personality.

Yet, he moved beyond both to identify and track the central fact that we are also spiritual creatures. As meaning-seeking, meaning-creating animals, we also have a spiritual life which suffers any disconnection from what nourishes the soul.

In this course, we explore Jung’s basic concepts, many of which have been influential in understanding our lives and our times. Such ideas as complex, typology, archetype, persona, animus/anima, shadow, and many others will be defined, illustrated, and exemplified in how they may be observed in daily life. Understanding Jung’s map of the psyche will assist each of us in opening an avenue for understanding ourselves, and those around us, at a deeper level. 

If you are eager to apply these depth psychological insights to other areas of your life, you can explore the full array of our online courses taught by the inimitable James Hollis here. 

This program is ideal if you want to be able to

  • Understand some concepts of Jungian psychology have piqued your interest, but you have found the resources available difficult to grasp.
  • Understand and apply Jungian concepts to your own life for your personal process of psychological growth.
  • Deepen your understanding of Jungian psychology with a teacher who is regarded as one of the best Jungian thought leaders.
  • Acquire a set of perspectives and tools that will make your daily life more meaningful, purposeful and enjoyable.

Introduction to jungian Psychology Class Descriptions 

Class 1: The Basic Functions of the Psyche: Ego, persona, shadow, anima/animus

What are the energy systems and management functions which work within each of us in the conduct of daily life?

Class 2: Basic Functions of the Psyche Continued: Self, archetype, personal and collective unconscious

What are the levels of reality which course within each of us, and link us to our ancestors, and to the timeless realms of human experience?

Class 3: Basic Functions of the Psyche Continued: Projection, transference, story-making, symbolic forms, symptom formation

What are the elemental psychological mechanisms which function both consciously and unconsciously in daily life, and which shape the agendas and outcomes of our history and our relationships?

Class 4: Working with the Psyche: Dreams

Why do we dream? What kinds of dreams come to us? How can we understand these messages which come to us autonomously every evening?

Class 5 : Working with the Psyche: Active Imagination

What is “active imagination”? How can this tool that Jung developed enable us to engage our psyche and its unspoken conversation more directly? How can it move us from passive recipients to active partners in the formation of our experience?

Class 6: Why Fairy Tales and Myths are so important for us

What can we learn of ourselves, and our common heritage in the human story, through the examination and appreciation of the timeless narratives which speak to us of the mysteries, and our role in them?

Class 7: Reflections of existential matters: Suffering, death, meaning

How does Jungian psychology help us gain a deeper insight, and more active participation, in the human experience? What can we learn that strengthens our standpoint, and personal encounter, with the mystery in which we swim.

Course reviews

Outstanding course…I deeply value Jim’s gift for integration of psychology and spiritually. (Sean)

I was astonished by the breadth and depth of James's knowledge. I expected to complete the seven hours of material within a week, but it ended up taking me a month. I found myself taking notes, following references, and continually connecting the material to my own life.. (Corri)

I love Hollis's teachings.  His clarity and diction are great!  (Philip)

Excellent. He makes sometimes complex concepts easy to understand and relate to. Definitely worth taking if you would like to learn the core concepts of Jungian Psychology. (Vanessa)

Course overview

What you will receive

*You will receive a certificate of completion, but it’s not from an official accrediting body. Please check if it will be accepted by the organization you wish to use it with.
7 video & 7 audio recordings
Companion Guide
Accurate subtitles
Certificate of completion*
Available in English

ABout the teacher

James Hollis

James Hollis, Ph.D., is presently a licensed Jungian analyst in private practice in Washington, D.C. He is also a Core Faculty Member at Jung Platform since 2016, and one of the best Jungian teachers of our age.

Scholarships

We here at Jung Platform want to make these programs available to anyone. If you would love to participate yet can’t pay for the full course, then please send us an email at scholarships@jungplatform.com and describe why you feel you qualify for a scholarship, how much you can pay, and what you will do to help the Jung Platform promote this and other programs.

 Introduction to jungian Psychology- frequent asked questions

Do I need a background in psychology or counseling to take this course

Not at all. This program is specifically structured as a foundational introduction to Jungian psychology. James Hollis translates complex terms into clear language, making it accessible to complete beginners, spiritual seekers, and professionals like counsellors, psychologists, therapists and  life coaches alike. It requires no prior academic background. Only an open mind and a desire for deeper self-discovery. 

How are the 7 classes structured, and can I learn at my own pace?

Introduction to Jungian Psychology is a fully on-demand online course. Upon enrolling, you receive immediate access to video and audio formats for all 7 classes, along with a comprehensive Companion Guide. There are no live attendance requirements so you can pause, rewind, and study at whatever pace fits your daily life.

What practical tools will I learn to apply to my everyday life?

Beyond the theory, this course gives you actionable frameworks for self-reflection. You will learn the basics of Jungian dreamwork in Class 4, and you will learn how to practice active imagination in Class 5. This is a technique Carl Jung developed to move you from a passive recipient to an active partner in your psychological growth.

Does completing this introductory course count toward a certificate or further study?

This introduction serves as the definitive gateway into advanced depth psychological concepts. Many students choose to dive straight into our specialized 4-class program, Introduction to Jungian Shadow Work, where James Hollis guides you through the formation of the shadow, projections in relationships, and dream tracking. To continue your journey into depth psychology, you can explore our full selection of specialized Jungian lectures and classes here.

If you are looking for a more immersive, multi-month cohort experience with practical skills training and peer practice, you can browse our professional and personal tracks on the Jung Platform Certificate Programs Page.

Can I watch a sample lecture or preview James Hollis's teaching style before registering?

We offer two excellent free preview experiences. You can access our introductory compilation, Call & Purpose: An Introduction.

or sign up for our Free Intro to Jungian Shadow Work teaser class. You can also read James Hollis's deep-dive blog article, The Fearsome Creature in the Mirror, to explore how the psychological shadow shapes everyday relationships.

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