Dan Keusal, M.S., LMFT
Jungian Psychotherapy for Individuals & Couples
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Dan Keusal, Counselor & Astrologer. Email: dankeusal@dankeusal.com. Phone: (206) 523-1340
"Psyche and Sky: An Introduction to Astrology for Therapists"
A lecture by Dan Keusal, M.S., LMFT
To The Seattle Counselors Association
Friday, November 19, 2010
Astrology is a powerful tool for facilitating self-awareness, transformation, and healing. It is perhaps the oldest form of psychology. Astrology’s underlying principles and methods have much in common with family systems, depth psychology, and other forms of therapy. Many therapists are curious about astrology and how it can support their work with clients, but also feel daunted by the esoteric jargon…and wary of the ways they’ve seen astrology used simplistically (“Today, all Libras will...”), or misused (“You have Saturn in the 7th house so you will never get married”). This lecture, which presumes no prior experience with astrology, will introduce you to a deeper, more grounded and nuanced approach to integrating integrating astrology with therapy. You will learn:
- Why the best astrology is prescriptive (“You’re a Scorpio, so you’re here to learn…”) rather than descriptive (“You’re a Scorpio, so you are…”).
- How astrology can shed light on a client’s core issues, and suggest strategies for healing and change that suit the client’s unique journey
- Ways that astrology compliments and deepens your therapeutic work with clients.
- The crucial role of free will and consciousness in utilizing astrology.
- Guidelines for using astrology ethically (especially as a beginner), including when not to use it.
- How to effectively collaborate with a professional astrologer to better serve your clients.
Date: Friday November 19, 2010
Time: The SCA meeting is from 9:00 AM - Noon. Lecture is from 10:15 - 11:45.
Place: Swedish Cultural Center, 1920 Dexter Ave N, Seattle WA 98109
Fee: $20 for SCA members, $30 for non-members.
CEUs: 1.5 CEUs are available for LMFTs, LMHCs, LICSWs, and LASWs.
No Pre-registration is required--simply show up at Swedish Cultural Center and pay at the door. :
Questions: visit the SCA web site,
or call or email Dan Keusal: (206) 523-1340, dankeusal@dankeusal.com.
Dan Keusal, M.S., LMFT is a psychotherapist and astrologer in private practice in Seattle.
For more than 20 years, Dan has led workshops on psychological, astrological, and spiritual topics for a wide range of organizations, including Microsoft, Providence Health Systems, Seattle University, and dozens of churches, professional organizations, and community groups click here for a complete list). By integrating practical examples with stories, humor, and the arts (film, music, poetry, and more), Dan has gained a reputation for making complex ideas accessible, speaking to the heart as well as the head, and building bridges between disciplines.
Dan holds a master’s degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Seattle Pacific University and is WA State Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. He has studied Analytical (Jungian) Psychology at the C.G. Jung Institute of Chicago, and has served as President of The Seattle Counselors Association.
After two years of training with local astrologers Sheila Belanger and Laura Nalbandian, Dan completed a five-year astrological apprenticeship with internationally renowned astrologer, author, and teacher Steven Forrest. Three times Dan has been invited to serve on the faculty of the Northwest Astrological Conference (NORWAC), one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious astrological conferences.
Dan holds a degree in Theology from the University of Notre Dame, and completed basic training in shamanism with The Foundation for Shamanic Studies.
In his leisure time, Dan enjoys baseball, photography, and playing the guitar.
