Psychosynthesis is a therapy which focuses on integration. There is personal psychosynthesis in which we aim to create a harmonious whole of the diverse elements of our personal self, and there is transpersonal psychosynthesis in which we aim to align our personal self with our deeper or spiritual self and the larger life to which we all belong. One important aspect of personal psychosynthesis is the work with sub-personalities, those aspects of our personal self that have their own distinguishing characteristics and that are not always in agreement with each other. They may even be in bitter conflict, thereby causing much disruption to our lives. Psychosynthesis helps us to recognise that ultimately each element of our self has something to offer to the whole of us and that rejection will only lead to pain and confusion. Sometimes that rejection goes back to previous phases of life and stems from our relationships with significant others, and so we may need to recognise and empathically understand old patterns of relating to self and others. With more insight, self-acceptance and empathy, our sub-personalities can begin to adapt and change and ultimately harmonise with each other and contribute to more fulfilling relationships with others.

In transpersonal psychosynthesis we acknowledge the deeper or spiritual dimension of ourselves and recognise its importance as a unifying and guiding presence in our lives. We each are called to become our unique self and to follow our own unique path in life. Within us there are many capacities and talents which may not have been realised yet, but which can emerge when we are ready to receive them. Often, however, it may be necessary to let go of familiar identities in order for the new to emerge, and this may not always be so easy. Life brings us challenges that tell us that it is time to let go and be open to new possibilities, but we may feel bewildered and at a loss when this happens. The relationship with a psychosynthesis therapist can support us through such processes of change. Transpersonal psychosynthesis also orients us towards a deeper realisation that we are more than our individual selves alone. Our lives can become more purposeful and meaningful when we live from a felt sense of connectedness to a larger whole and when our actions contribute towards values that we share with others.