Psychosynthesis

Psychosynthesis is an approach to psychology that expands the boundaries of the field by identifying a deeper center of identity, which is the postulate of the Self.[1] It considers each individual unique in terms of purpose in life, and places value on the exploration of human potential.[1] The approach combines spiritual development with psychological healing by including the life journey of an individual or their unique path to self-realization.[2]

The integrative framework of psychosynthesis is based on Sigmund Freud's theory of the unconscious and addresses psychological distress and intra-psychic and interpersonal conflicts.[3]

  1. ^ a b Whitmore, Diana (2014). Psychosynthesis Counselling in Action. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE. p. 4. ISBN 978-1-4462-5292-5.
  2. ^ Firman, John; Gila, Ann (2002). Psychosynthesis: A Psychology of the Spirit. Albany, NY: State University of New York Press. p. 225. ISBN 0-7914-5533-5.
  3. ^ Feltham, Colin; Horton, Ian (2012). The SAGE Handbook of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE. p. 330. ISBN 9780857023254.