Selena Madden, PhD

Some of My Services

Classes & Workshops

Research & Consultation

Classes & Workshops

Online, in person, and hybrid.

Somatic movement integrated with rituals, breathing, and academic based study.

Lectures

Research & Consultation

Classes & Workshops

Explore how myths and symbols continue to operate in modern life. Apply archetypal psychological principles via ancient myths.

Research & Consultation

Conduct and consult on research on the persistence of mythological motifs across cultures and eras.

Coaching

Creative Collaboration

Research & Consultation

Employ depth psychological techniques along with exploration of myths, symbols, and archetypal patterns for personal development, self-discovery, and transformation.

Writing

Creative Collaboration

Contribute articles or blog posts making connections between myths, symbols, dreams, and personal/collective unconscious to offer new insights on motivation, purpose, relationships, self-actualization.

Creative Collaboration

Collaborate with artists, writers, filmmakers, and other creatives to infuse mythological and psychological depth into their projects. Offer consultation on the development of characters, plots, and themes that draw on rich mythic and psychological elements.

Academic Services

Contributing to conferences and collaborate with other scholars in related fields. Supervise and mentor students; provide dissertation and thesis coaching and act as reader committee member.

Selena is a dedicated mythologist, archetypal educator, and somatic muse. Her profound passion lies in the exploration and integration of diverse archetypes and mythic narratives, unraveling the mysteries of the human psyche.

With reverence for the power of symbolism and ancient wisdom, Selena seeks to cultivate profound relationships and facilitate transformative journeys toward wholeness and fulfillment. Drawing upon her expertise in archetypal psychology, she guides individuals on a profound exploration of the collective unconscious, bridging the realms of myth, symbolism, and personal growth.

Selena's in-depth studies and academic achievements have culminated in a PhD in Mythological Studies with an emphasis in Depth Psychology, earned from Pacifica Graduate Institute. This scholarly foundation provides her with a rich and nuanced understanding of the archetypal landscape, empowering her to bring forth profound insights and guide others on their own mythic odysseys.

As a skilled practitioner of somatic arts, Selena recognizes the transformative potential of the body-mind connection. Drawing upon her background in dance and martial arts, she weaves together movement, embodiment practices, and archetypal exploration to support individuals in (re)connecting with their inner selves and archetypal energies.

With a reverence for the profound healing and transformative power of mythology, Selena offers workshops, courses, and educational experiences that dive deep into the symbolic realm. She invites you to join her on this sacred journey of discovery, where ancient narratives and archetypal forces converge to illuminate the tapestry of the human experience.

Through her work, Selena embodies the essence of the mythologist, educator, and muse, breathing life into timeless tales and guiding others towards profound self-understanding, growth, and the realization of their own heroic potential.