In the symbolic world of fairy tales, where animals speak in riddles and forests awaken the soul, we find not entertainment, but revelation. These stories, passed down through generations, carry the timeless language of the unconscious..
The Fairy Tale Studies Program at the Assisi Institute offers a uniquely Jungian approach to symbolic interpretation and psychological inquiry. Rooted in the legacy of Marie-Louise von Franz, C.G. Jung, and other visionary thinkers, these programs guide participants through the archetypal and spiritual wisdom of fairy tales.
Whether you are just beginning your exploration or have worked for years with these symbolic narratives, this program invites you to enter more deeply into the world of the psyche through story.
Our offerings include:
Beginner Fairy Tale Analysis Course – An entry point into the archetypal structures of myth and fairy tale, guided by the teachings of von Franz.
Advanced Master Fairy Tale Analysis Certification Course – For those ready to deepen their symbolic and clinical engagement with fairy tales, and refine the interpretive craft. A continuation of the Beginner Course
Fairy Tales in Clinical Practice – A course focused on the practical application of fairy tales in therapeutic and analytical settings.
Fairy Tale Conference – A gathering of international scholars and clinicians exploring new frontiers in the symbolic, mythopoetic, and psychological study of fairy tales.
At the heart of this program is Kevin Richard, Chair of Fairy Tale Studies at the Assisi Institute. Kevin brings a deep reverence for symbolic life and a profound understanding of Jungian thought to his teaching and supervision. His guidance supports students in developing both the craft and the soulfulness required to work meaningfully with these timeless stories.
Each course and event offers participants a chance to engage both intellectually and experientially with the rich symbolic language of fairy tales, and to discover how these stories illuminate the paths of soul and psyche in our individual and collective lives.
Whether you are just beginning your exploration or have worked for years with these symbolic narratives, this program invites you to enter more deeply into the world of the psyche through story.
Our offerings include:
Beginner Fairy Tale Analysis Course – An entry point into the archetypal structures of myth and fairy tale, guided by the teachings of von Franz.
Advanced Master Fairy Tale Analysis Certification Course – For those ready to deepen their symbolic and clinical engagement with fairy tales, and refine the interpretive craft. A continuation of the Beginner Course
Fairy Tales in Clinical Practice – A course focused on the practical application of fairy tales in therapeutic and analytical settings.
Fairy Tale Conference – A gathering of international scholars and clinicians exploring new frontiers in the symbolic, mythopoetic, and psychological study of fairy tales.
At the heart of this program is Kevin Richard, Chair of Fairy Tale Studies at the Assisi Institute. Kevin brings a deep reverence for symbolic life and a profound understanding of Jungian thought to his teaching and supervision. His guidance supports students in developing both the craft and the soulfulness required to work meaningfully with these timeless stories.
Each course and event offers participants a chance to engage both intellectually and experientially with the rich symbolic language of fairy tales, and to discover how these stories illuminate the paths of soul and psyche in our individual and collective lives.
Please note: Although the Assisi Institute’s Beginner Fairy Tale Analysis Certification course would be a strong precursor for participating in the Advanced course, individuals who have not participated in our Beginner course can contact the Assisi Institute’s Chair of Fairy Tale Studies, Kevin Richard, to establish whether they qualify for enrollment.
If you have not completed our Beginner course but you feel you may qualify for this Advanced course, please email your enquiries to Kevin at [email protected] before enrolling and paying for this course.
If you have not completed our Beginner course but you feel you may qualify for this Advanced course, please email your enquiries to Kevin at [email protected] before enrolling and paying for this course.