Jungian Theory & Expressive Arts
Reawakening deepest parts of self
Mar – May 2026
Sessions
online training hours
credits
Exploring how the psyche moves through images, symbols and the body using Expressive Arts.
Overview
Expressive Arts
The psyche is revealed not only through words, but through images, symbols and the body. The Expressive Arts reawaken the language of image, movement, sound, metaphor, drama and poetic utterances, revealing the deepest aspects of the self and expressing what often cannot be put into words. Drawing, painting, sculpture, movement, dance, sandplay and ritual provide access to one’s inner world Weaving art processes into clinical and counseling work greatly expands the capacity to articulate- with fullness and specificity-what lies buried within us, by using each modality as it called for in the unfolding process. As both therapist and client work with these healing multi-arts processes, the creative spirit moves, is aroused, and the therapeutic process itself is experienced as art.
What is Self? – A Jungian perspective
Overview
Jungian Theory
An introduction to the basic concepts of Jungian theory and practice. Each session will cover some key concepts from C.G. Jung, with attention to his perspective and a critical lens from post-Jungians and diverse perspectives. Participants will practice Jungian modalities such as dreamwork, active imagination and expressive arts and connect it back to imaginal body.
Jungian theory, developed by Carl Jung, emphasizes the exploration of the unconscious mind, archetypes, and the process of individuation, becoming one’s true self.
Expressive arts therapy, which uses creative processes like painting, music, and movement, aligns naturally with Jungian principles by allowing symbolic expression and access to the unconscious. Through imagery and metaphor, expressive arts facilitate deep self-exploration and healing, helping individuals uncover inner conflicts, integrate shadow aspects, and connect with universal archetypes, thus supporting personal transformation and psychological growth.
Jungian Theory & Expressive Arts module is open to all adults.
Syllabus
01.
Introduction to Jungian Theory and Ego
02.
Introduction to expressive arts through levels of consciousness and the unconscious
03.
Complexes
04.
Centered and de-centered approaches in EXA
05.
Archetype
06.
EXA and relationship to Jungian theory
07.
Shadow
08.
Artistic reflections of self as Expressive Arts Therapists
09.
Synchronicity
10.
Alchemy and the Imaginal Body
11.
Case presentation
Program begins March 2026
Immersive Journey
Online training
22 hours of online training
assignments
In-class and at-home reflective assignments
reading material
List shared with the participants
aesthetic responses
Art journalling, authentic movement/movement/gestures to express felt sense
Fee
Jungian Theory & Expressive Arts
Mar, Apr, May 2026
29, 30 Mar | 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 Apr | 3, 4, 11 May
Mon, Tue | 7 am – 9 am IST
11 sessions x 2 hours = 22 hours | 44 credits
Virtual Training
Jacob Kamniker, Kate Donohue
Dreamwork, Active Imagination, Expressive Arts
INR 27500 + 18% GST
Faculty
Kate Donohue is a licensed psychologist & a registered expressive arts therapist (REAT). She holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology & has maintained an active private practice for 33 years. She has also taught for 40 years, at institutions such as the California Institute of Integral Studies, Institute for Transpersonal Psychology, JFK University & the San Francisco C.G. Jung Institute. She co-founded the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association & is an MCEP & CEU provider.
Kate believes that searching for meaning connects us to the soul & the spirit, resulting in a life that is more open, more joyful & closer to the true self. Her approach to psychotherapy is guided by her passion for art, culture & spirituality. Her work marries Jungian-oriented expressive arts therapy with a search for what is real, authentic & unique within us.
Jacob Kaminker, PhD is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of California (PSY 26445) and a Professor in the MA in Counseling Psychology program in the John F Kennedy School of Psychology. Formerly, he was Chair of Counseling Psychology at John F Kennedy University (JFKU), Chair of Holistic Counseling Psychology, Founding Director of the Depth Psychotherapy Program, Director of the Expressive Arts Therapy Program, and Director of the Trauma Certificate. He has sat on the Board of Directors for the Association of Transpersonal Psychology and the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association, and is a Past President of the San Francisco Psychological Association. His published peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and textbook contributions have been in the areas of mindfulness, self-compassion, spiritual diversity in clinical practice, dreams, and imagination. He has presented internationally on Jungian psychology, dreams, imagination, and spiritual diversity in clinical practice. In addition to his private practice based in Berkeley and San Francisco, CA, he has provided clinical supervision to trainees and associate therapists in a sliding scale clinic in Oakland, CA.