ABOUT US
The C. G. Jung Society of Sarasota is a not-for-profit educational group for the purpose of studying the psychology of C. G. Jung. It is open to all persons with an interest in Jung. All programs and activities of the Society are offered for educational purposes only and do not constitute personal therapy for any participant.
OUR MISSION
The C. G. Jung Society of Sarasota, established in 1995, endeavors to encourage personal growth and raise the consciousness of individuals of all ages. Lectures, workshops and study groups focus on the works inspired by the psychology of C. G. Jung.
Carl Gustav Jung, one of the most influential thinkers of our time, profoundly influenced all aspects of our modern culture, including medicine, religion, philosophy, literature and art. In the field of psychoanalysis, Jung developed his own system of analytical psychology. Through his pioneering theories of personality and the unconscious, Jung is responsible for many terms we now consider common: the archetype and the collective unconscious, introvert and extravert, anima and animus, synchronicity and individuation, even New Age spirituality. Over the years, Jung’s ideas about dream interpretation, the integration of the psyche as the goal of personal development, and the common roots of all human mythologies have achieved world recognition.
BIOGRAPHIES
THE C. G. JUNG SOCIETY OF SARASOTA’S BOARD MEMBERS
PRESIDENT / TREASURER
Kenneth (Ken) Walkerly was a small business owner in Wooster, Ohio for more than 40 years until 2015 when he sold the business and retired. At that time he began spending more time in Florida and became a member of The C. G. Jung Society of Sarasota where he now serves as President & Treasurer of the Board of Directors. Ken’s goal is to help the organization grow and prosper while maintaining the financial integrity.
During his journey of personal growth, Ken attended The University of Akron where he and developed a deep interest in dreams and Carl Jung’s Philosophy and Theory of Psychology. For the past 40 years, Ken engaged in the study of Jung on his own and with others who had that interest. All of this led him to The C. G. Jung Society of Sarasota.
Ken has served on the Alcohol Drug and Mental Health Board of Wayne and Holmes Counties, Ohio as well as the local Oasis Recovery Club and other community involvement.
Currently Ken and his wife Helen divide their time between Wooster, Ohio and Englewood Florida.
Ken@cgjungsarasota.org
VICE PRESIDENT
SECRETARY
Kelli Skaggs is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of a thriving psychotherapy practice that serves clients in both Florida and Ohio. With a strong commitment to mental health care accessibility, Kelli’s work is particularly focused on supporting neurodiversity, ensuring that each client receives personalized, empathetic care tailored to their unique needs.
In addition to her clinical work, Kelli is deeply invested in the professional development of future social workers and therapists. She dedicates a significant portion of her time to training new therapists in clinical practice, offering not only supervision but also mentorship to guide in the complexities of the profession. Kelli’s expertise and dedication has made her a respected figure in the mental health community, known for her ability to balance clinical excellence with a nurturing approach to professional oversight.
Kelli’s passion for understanding the human mind and its processes extends beyond her professional life. Introduced to Carl Jung’s work by her grandfather, Kelli developed a fascination with Jungian psychology, particularly its exploration of dreams, the unconscious, and the process of individuation. Her interest in how the mind processes memories and trauma has driven her to constantly seek out new knowledge and approaches, integrating these insights into her practice.
Outside of her professional work, Kelli enjoys life in Sarasota with her partner and two dogs. She loves to travel and spend time with family and friends.
Kelli@cgjungsarasota.org
The C. G. Jung Society of Sarasota’s historian
Carolyn Mutz and her husband, John, are snowbirds from Indiana. They were surprised to find Sarasota had a thriving Jung Society where they could continue their study of Jung, which began many years ago with the Chicago Society and then later in Indianapolis.
Carolyn’s career began as an educator who became involved in the emotional problems of students and families with very bright children who were unable to learn to read. Today we recognize this as dyslexia but in the 70s they were just labeled lazy or not trying hard enough or behavior problems by the schools and their parents. As a result of that experience, when her two children entered school she chose to get her master’s degree, not in education, but in psychology. Then, still feeling a piece was missing she pursued a degree in Pastoral Counseling at Christian Theological Seminary. There she was immersed in the psychology of C. G. Jung which continued to be a guiding piece of her counseling practice and of her personal life today.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President / Treasurer: Ken Walkerly
Vice President: Dori Zingmond
Secretary: Kelli Skaggs
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Claire Franklin
Claire@cgjungsarasota.org
HONORARY MEMBERS
Candace Boyd
Barbara Shocket
David Eisner
John Klein
HISTORIAN
Carolyn Mutz
PRESIDENTS EMERITUS
Pamela Saladino (2023-2024)
Dr. Galin McGowan (2019-2023)
Urte Tuerpe (2016-2019)
Phyllis Jensen (2014-2016)
Frances Flynn-Doyle (2013-2014)
Peter Grant (2011-2013)
Sandy Ochin (2009-2011)
Frances Flynn-Doyle (2006-2009)
Mary Gurley (2005-2006)
Judy Hoerr (2003-2005)
Robert Davis (2001-2003)
Susan Albrecht (1994-2001)