Posted: September 3rd, 2013
archetypal theory
An essay employing archetypal theory as a framework for a critical discussion of the student’s capacities and performacne as a counselor.
Psychology
What are archetypes and does Jung have any scientific evidence for their existence? How and why did he postulate the existence of archetypes? Why are they useful in psychology and what is their importance in psychotherapy and counselling? Be sure to define what archetypes are, and differentiate between archetypes and
archetypal images.
*** essay will include: analysis of the notion of archetype as it is understood in the Jungian and
post-Jungian literature. This analysis will place Jung and his thought in historical and/or cultural context as well as indicating ways in which it remains relevant in the 21st century; and
Reflection on the
particular archetypal patterns that the shape of the student’s perspective and practice as a counsellor, and comment on how these can be worked with effectively.