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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 master’s 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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Stories the World Needs: Charting A Course for Mythological Studies

Dr. Monica Mody is an award-winning poet and scholar, as well as the new Chair of the M.A./Ph.D. in Mythological Studies with Emphasis in Depth Psychology. In this article, she contemplates leading the Mythological Studies program forward, as the first woman of color to hold the position.

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An Unexpected Path: Meet the Chair of Clinical Psychology, Dr. William James Jones

Dr. William James Jones is the Chair and an Assistant Professor for the M.A./Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with Emphasis in Depth Psychology program. We’re delighted to learn more about his career and the Clinical Program.

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Celebrating Commencement & Thesis Presentation Day 2025

Celebrating Thesis Presentation Day and Commencement 2025. Message from Dr. Colin Marlaire, Interim President & CEO Provost & VP

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Pacifica Celebrates May: Growth, Gratitude & New Beginnings

The month of May is a special time as it is the opening of Graduation Season, which unfolds across the country. We join in celebrating the incredible accomplishments of graduates everywhere—especially our own students—who have reached this meaningful milestone.

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Mythic Expressions of Truth

Devon Deimler, Ph.D., is an alumni of the Mythological Studies with an emphasis in Depth Psychology program, and currently Assistant Professor in the Myth program at Pacifica. She is also teaching in the upcoming Applied Mythology Graduate Certificate, June 26 – August 14, 2025.

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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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