Abstract
This article bridges the field of sex and couples therapy with Jungian psychology. By linking sex therapy to the realms of play, creativity, fantasy, imagination, and spirit, it offers fresh perspectives on sexual experiences within committed relationships. It explores matters of the unconscious and transference between romantic partners and how these relate to the relationship between an analyst and a patient. Drawing inspiration from Carl Jung’s The Psychology of the Transference, this thesis examines the psychological and erotic significance of the Rosarium Philosophorum, a collection of alchemical woodprints from the 16th century, in conjunction with Jung’s concepts. The essay amplifies Jung’s perspective by comparing it to Imago Relationship Therapy, a couples counseling modality. It posits that the Rosarium Philosophorum may provide the formula for a fulfilling, vital, erotic union. The integration of Jungian psychology with sex and couples therapy reveals a novel yet ancient framework for understanding and enhancing intimate relationships.
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