psychosynthesis

[ sahy-koh-sin-thuh-sis ]

noun

1. a theoretical effort to reconcile components of the unconscious, including dreams, with the rest of the personality.

psychosynthesis

/ ˌsaɪkəʊˈsɪnθɪsɪs /

noun

1. a form of psychotherapy intended to release the patient's full potential by focusing on the positive rather than the negative

Word History and Origins

Origin of psychosynthesis¹

First recorded in 1915–20; psycho- + synthesis

Example Sentences

In sessions with a “spiritual counselor” named Linda, who has “completed a three-year program in psychosynthesis,” Polk works to come to terms with his self-sabotaging demons.

From The New Yorker

SAT Overview of psychosynthesis, a holistic and spiritual approach to psychology that considers the whole person and how to use its ideas and techniques for personal growth and development, 10:30 a.m.

From Seattle Times

A method of treating emotional disturbance called psychosynthesis also assumes the reality and the importance�for a few men, at least�of their spiritual side.

From Time Magazine Archive