You are invited to attend the first in a series of ongoing Research and Research Methods Seminars. These are suitable for anyone training to become a Jungian Analyst or Psychotherapist as well as established Analysts wanting to develop a research project. They are designed primarily for the IGAP candidates in order to meet the needs of the UKCP but all with an interest in research are welcome.
Researching and beyond Jungian Analysis: exploring not knowing
online with Jane Bacon, Friday 2nd Dec, 7.30-9.30
The aim of this seminar is to explore what research might be for a Jungian Analyst. It serves as an introduction to a series of research seminars that will explore how the wider field of psychotherapy is conducting research and to gain awareness of a variety of methodologies and methods across the sector in order to reflect on these for our own field.
In this introduction we will begin by considering our own assumptions about research,and its place within the psychotherapeutic field as well as some contemporary research by Jungian Analysts. Through this review of current research we will begin to question the underpinning epistemological and ontological issues and question how else research projects might be formulated. In addition, there will be time for reflection on methodological approaches. The aim is to develop critical thinking through reflection on current research approaches in the field of psychotherapy and beyond as well as examining their suitability to the Jungian approach.
The time will be split between discussion and practical exploration to enable the development of each person’s research questions and formulations as well as exploration of alternative approaches. The aim is to aid candidates in completing the written aspects of the programme of preparation by providing a wider context and understanding of research in the field of psychotherapy.
An Overview of Research Methods in Psychology
online with Sam Shaw, Saturday, 3rd Dec, 10.30-12.30 & 2.00-4.00
This seminar will be a whistlestop tour of research methods in psychology. The content will span experimental and non-experimental techniques, surveys, observations, and interviews; along with their relative strengths and weaknesses. Data analysis will be considered both quantitatively and qualitatively and we will explore the concepts of reliability and validity in research. This presentation will position research in psychology as whole, outlining the general trends of research in psychology.The ‘fit’ of psychodynamic theory in experimental psychology will be briefly considered.
Writing Psyche
online with Jane Bacon, Sunday, 4th Dec, 9-11am.
What does it mean to write a case report, a thesis in Jungian Depth Psychology, an alchemy essay or an annual review based on personal reflections? What is the role of the subjective in these writings? What methodology will you be employing? Where is and how will you gather data/evidence? Is there a methodology for writing about dreams?
Wherever you are in your process, bring your ideas and be ready to spend some dedicated time for writing with/from/as psyche. Once we establish some time frames and boundaries Jane will be available in individual zoom rooms to discuss your project aims, questions and methodologies.
