Jung and Creativity
For C.G. Jung, creativity is a natural process of the psyche. Creative activity can be healing for the individual and even transformational for both the individual and culture. In this presentation Dr. James Newell will discuss the distinction between creativity as a healing practice, creativity as craft, as art, and as high art. Any discussion of Jung and creativity must be understood in the context of Jung’s understanding of psychological maturation, or the process of individuation. As such, Dr. Newell’s presentation will include a discussion of individuation and its relation to the creative process. This presentation will also serve as an introduction to an eight week college-level course on Jung, Creativity, and the Arts offered this fall through the Depth Psychology Academy. 

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James Newell, PhD, is an educator, professional musician, and the director of the Depth Psychology Alliance. James earned his master’s degree in Pastoral Counseling and Theology from Vanderbilt University Divinity School, with a focus on Jungian psychology. He earned his doctorate in History of Religions from the Vanderbilt University Graduate School of Religion. James has taught courses in world religions for Western Kentucky University, Central Michigan University, Excelsior College, and other schools. For the past several years he has been developing a certification program in depth psychology offered through the Depth Psychology Alliance.