About Psychosynthesis
If you would like to know more about the Psychosynthesis approach, read on!
Psychosynthesis is a model of the human being and our place within individual, relational, social and global contexts. The focus of psychosynthesis is on integration, in other words it’s about including all aspects of our experience into a unified whole.
The training I have completed in psychosynthesis counselling encompasses the latest theoretical and experiential models and techniques for working with Trauma and Addiction, Childhood and the Unconscious, the Body, Intersectionality, Family Systems, Gender and Sexuality, ADHD, Self-Realisation and Neuroscience.
The unconscious, the past and trauma
We are born into this world, and to varying degrees, our caregivers, the culture we grow up in, and our environment reflect back who we are. For some, our true selves are mirrored, allowing us to grow and flourish. However, many of us experience limitations or outright trauma, making it difficult to be who we want to be and to live the life we desire. In your therapy with me I can support you in grieving or coming to terms with your past hurts or trauma.
Roles, identifications and ‘I’
I support you to get to know your inner workings so that you can understand and gain freedom from your usual patterns, roles and identifications. I’ll guide you to celebrate the inner diversity that makes you, uniquely you, whilst supporting your capacity to make new choices about who you are and what you do.
Self
The psychosynthesis approach acknowledges the timeless aspect of our being, our spiritual depth or Self. Our deeper Self can reveal itself not only through moments of love and joy but also in the depths of pain and grief. It’s in these moments that we may recognise a call from Self towards a deeper purpose. I aim to support you to see where you may be being called to grow in your life.
Social context, family systems and intersections
The psychosynthesis approach acknowledges the impact of external forces on our experience such as our social context and systemic factors. These may manifest as oppression, discrimination, or exclusion. Our various identities, including sex, race, gender, neurodiversity, sexuality, socioeconomic status, and physical health, often encounter significant barriers to self-expression and personal growth. I support you to have your distinct experience deeply heard.
Love and Will
The archetypal forces of Love and Will are present in all of our human experience. Through our acceptance, receptivity and compassion we are expressing our Love. Through our challenge, dynamism and commitment we express our Will. I aim to help you become aware of your relationship to these forces and explore how you can develop your Love and Will.
Purpose and Potential
Psychosynthesis views each person as unique, with a specific purpose that can be fulfilled through living life. This purpose brings the individual fulfilment and contributes to the greater whole. I use creative techniques to help you explore your purpose and your potential and the obstacles to this.
