James Hillman was a prominent American psychologist and the founder of archetypal psychology. Drawing heavily from Carl Jung's analytical psychology, he sought to move beyond a purely human-centered view by reintroducing concepts of soul, myth, and imagination. His influential works, such as 'The Soul's Code' and 'Re-Visioning Psychology,' challenged conventional therapeutic models by emphasizing the psyche's inherent purpose. Hillman spent much of his career lecturing and writing, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire therapists, artists, and thinkers worldwide.