Seminar & Training

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Jungian Analyst Training Program — Pittsburgh Seminar, IRSJA

Since 1980, the Pittsburgh Seminar of the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts (IRSJA) has offered in-depth, accredited training for those seeking to become certified Jungian analysts. Rooted in the Jungian tradition and adapted to the unique needs of our local community, our program integrates the standards of the IRSJA with site-specific requirements designed to foster intellectual, ethical, and symbolic development.

Philosophy & Vision of Training

At the Pittsburgh Seminar, we believe Jungian analytic training is more than academic—it is a transformational journey.

Our program emphasizes:

• Clinical excellence, ethical discernment, and symbolic depth.

• Personal analysis as the cornerstone of professional development.

• A robust curriculum grounded in Jung’s Collected Works, enriched by studies in world religions, philosophy, mythology, folklore, and the symbolic imagination.

• Exposure to a diverse range of post-Jungian and psychoanalytic theories, supporting the evolution of your own analytic voice.

• Supervised analytic practice starting in the first year of training, guiding the integration of theory and practice.

We value independent thought, creative exploration, and deep personal integration—hallmarks of the analytic process.

Curriculum & Expectations

Our program balances structured curriculum with personalized learning. While candidates must meet core IRSJA requirements, additional readings, projects, or experiences may be tailored to address gaps in professional preparation.

Students are expected to:

• Demonstrate readiness for ethical, symbolic, and clinical work.

• Engage fully in ongoing supervision and personal analysis.

• Show proficiency in Jungian and broader psychoanalytic traditions.

• Prepare for licensure or practice in accordance with the legal standards of their home state or region.

We retain the right to hold a candidate in any phase of training until readiness for advancement is demonstrated.

Leadership & Contact

John White currently serves as the Coordinator of Training. All faculty members at the Pittsburgh Seminar are practicing analysts and instructors dedicated to the development of future Jungian analysts.

For more information or to inquire about the application process, contact John White directly.