Mercurius Ubiquitous
International Journal of Jungian Studies August 14, 2020 Marisa Swank 1 citation
A strong theoretical foundation for analytical psychology to engage with psychedelic therapy can be built using tools already present in Jungian thought. The paper offers a brief history of psychedelic therapy and Jungian psychology, focusing on three analysts, and outlines Stanislav Grof's work with LSD therapy as a basis for dialogue with Jungian concepts. Alchemical concepts and language from analytical psychology—prima materia, Mercurius, the vessel, and subtle body—are applied to understand psychedelic experience, alongside individuals' accounts of their LSD sessions. The author then discusses implications of this dialogue and potential future directions.