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Master's and Doctoral Programs in Depth Psychology, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Mythological Studies, Consciousness, and the Humanities

Pacifica Graduate Institute is an accredited graduate school offering masters and doctoral degree programs in the traditions of depth psychology. Our educational environment nourishes respect for cultural diversity and individual differences, and our students have access to an impressive array of educational resources on Pacifica’s two campuses, both of which are located a few miles south of Santa Barbara, California.
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The Quality of Her Presence: An Interview with Pat Katsky, Ph.D.

Patricia O. Katsky is a core faculty member of the Specialization in Integrative Therapy and Healing Practices and was formerly provost at Pacifica. We’re delighted to speak with her about her experiences in becoming a therapist and also about her years of service at Pacifica.

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Pacifica President Dr. Leonie H. Mattison to Speak on Expert Panel at Screening of Anxious Nation

Join Fusion Academy for a community screening of Anxious Nation, a documentary exploring the rise of adolescent anxiety that aims to reduce the stigma and shame surrounding mental health while also providing insight into how we can support adolescents experiencing anxiety. The event is free and the Pacifica community is welcome to attend!

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Pacifica Celebrates International Women’s Day & National Women’s Month

At Pacifica, we choose to honor women every day of the year, and to invite inclusivity always. But as Women’s History Month and March 8’s International Women’s Day invite us to highlight the contributions of women and encourage inclusivity, we wanted to focus on something near to our hearts and minds, which is “Women Making History in Depth Psychology.”

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Writing Down the Soul: An Archetypal and Mythological Approach to Memoir Writing with Maureen Murdock, Ph.D.

Maureen Murdock is the author of the best-selling book, The Heroine’s Journey, which explores the rich territory of the feminine psyche. She was also the Chair and Core Faculty of the MA Counseling Psychology Program at Pacifica. She will be co-teaching Pacifica Extension’s “Writing Down the Soul: An Archetypal and Mythological Approach to Memoir Writing” with Jennifer Selig March 23, 2024 – December 8th, 2024

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Teen Forward: An Interview with Dr. Myka Hanson

As part of Pacifica Graduate Institute’s observance of World Teen Mental Wellness Day, we are delighted to be speaking with Dr. Myka Hanson, a PGI alumni who is the founder of Teen Forward.

Graduate Programs

Pacifica’s unique mission primarily attracts innovative and creative working professionals who are interested in a rigorous intellectual experience that connects with their souls and positively transforms how they see the world. A Pacifica graduate degree equips them for the vocation they feel called to, whether to enhance what they are already doing or equip them for new and additional work in the world.

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Immerse yourself in Pacifica’s transformative learning community through a retreat program, professional training, or cutting edge conference featuring leaders in the depth psychological and healing traditions.

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Featured Pacifica Online Events

Jung vs. Borg: Finding the Deeply Human in a Posthuman Age

April 4, 2024

April 4th, 2024 1 Live Class | Offered Live via Zoom Register: https://retreat.pacifica.edu/jung-vs-borg-finding-the-deeply-human-in-a-posthuman-age/ Program Description Glen Slater’s recent publication Jung vs Borg: Finding the Deeply Human in a Posthuman Age contends that the industrial disruption of the outer world is being followed by a post-industrial disruption of the inner world. The shadow side of the…

Shadow and Society: The Forgotten Child in Collective Contexts

April 3, 2024

April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 2024 4 Live Classes | Offered Live via Zoom Register: https://retreat.pacifica.edu/shadow-and-society-the-forgotten-child-in-collective-contexts/ Program Description What you will receive: 4 Live Webinar Sessions with Q & A 4 Links to the Recordings The child image may serve as an archetypal presence that invites deep listening to inner voices and embodied engagement. As…

Graduate Certificate: Finding Ourselves in Fairytales: A Narrative Psychological Approach

May 18, 2024

May 18th – December 7th, 2024 8 Monthly Online Classes with Sharon Blackie | Offered Live via Zoom Register: https://retreat.pacifica.edu/graduate-certificate-finding-ourselves-in-fairytales/ Program Description What you will receive 8 Live Webinar Sessions with Q & A 8 Links to Pre-recorded Learning Sessions with Sharon Blackie Learning Resource Guide Graduate Certificate 8 CECs*   Course Description: We are…

Graduate Certificate: When Terror Reigns: Neo-Jungian Perspectives and Approaches to Archetypal Evil in Times of War and Oppression

April 20, 2024

April 20th – November 30th, 2024 14 Live Courses | Offered Live via Zoom Register: https://retreat.pacifica.edu/graduate-certificate-when-terror-reigns/ Program Description What you will receive 14 Live Interactive Learning Sessions with world recognized Jungian Analysts & Scholars 14 Recorded Learning Sessions with world recognized Jungian Analysts & Scholars A Learning Resource Guide with links to suggested books, articles,…

Advanced Training Certificate: Applied Archetypal Astrology

April 4, 2024

April 4th – July 25th, 2024 16 Live Courses | Offered Live via Zoom Register: https://retreat.pacifica.edu/applied-archetypal-astrology-advanced-training-certificate/ Program Description What you will receive: 16 Interactive Live Webinar Sessions with world recognized experts in archetypal psychology and archetypal astrology 16 Video Learning Sessions to watch at your convenience A Learning Resource Guide with links to suggested books,…

Writing Down the Soul: An Archetypal and Mythological Approach to Memoir Writing

March 23, 2024

March 23, 2024 – December 8th, 2024 **Course is at Capacity. Registrations for Waitlist are Open.** | Offered Live via Zoom More Information: https://retreat.pacifica.edu/writing-down-the-soul-an-archetypal-and-mythological-approach-to-memoir-writing/ Program Description Opening Virtual Weekend with Maureen Murdock and Jennifer Leigh Selig   (Conducted live via Zoom)  Opening Online Immersive Learning Weekend (required) Saturday, March 23 9:00 am-12:00 pm, 1:30 pm-4:30 pm  Sunday,…