Brittain Garrett Psychoanalyst (Jungian)

BA (Hons). (Philosophy), University of Colorado, Boulder;
Advanced Diploma Psychotherapy,
Diplomate C G Jung Institute (ANZSJA)

Counselling and Psychotherapy for adults, adolescents. Suitable for:

-Anxiety

-Depression

-Personal Growth

-Questions of Meanings

-Dream Analysis

Brittain has been in private practice for over twenty years. She works at the level that suits the individual. Sometimes short term counselling for specific problems and conscious behaviour changes may be appropriate. Other individuals benefit from working at a deeper level and may be suitable for psychoanalysis.

Jungian psychoanalysis aims to link conscious behaviour with unconscious instincts, patterns, and libido. It offers the individual the opportunity to explore the various influences, patterns, complexes and instincts that drive them. There is a gradual uncovering of the deeper layers of psyche, a chance to see beyond the collection of voices, expectations and patterns of behaviour we have come to be. It gives room to explore questions of meaning and desire. What do I want? What has meaning and purpose for me?

The unconscious makes itself felt in dreams, strong emotions and in relationship. In the analysis, through dreamwork, and through the relationship, we try to understand the material that arises symbolically, that is, meaningfully. Carl Jung says that the transcendent function of the symbol is to make the unconscious felt in conscious life. (CW6, par 205) The symbol is not a just random image arising from the unconscious, but relates to the conscious situation at the moment. “Why this dream now?” It is an expression of both unconscious and conscious elements.

Professional Associations:

• Australia New Zealand Society of Jungian Analysts (ANZSJA) - www.anzsja.org.au
• International Association of Analytical Psychologists (IAAP) - www.IAAP.org
• C G Jung Society of Western Australia - www.jungwa.org