In conflict resolution/transformation many forms of complex interdependence need to be considered. Most conflict resolution approaches have been aimed at improving aspects of relationships through negotiation, dialogue, and mediation by getting counterparts to meet with each other. But this is only one aspect. Often these dialogues and mediation processes do not achieve the desired result, a sustainable resolution to the conflict, because conflicting parties are not really ready and prepared for a genuine dialogue and for taking into consideration also the needs of the other.

The process that is introduced, therefore concentrates on the work with each conflicting party separately in order to prepare them for mediation/negotiation.

The 6 Steps Process, that is structured by three phases, six dimensions and movements, aims at inspiring analytical empathy of a conflict party for the others and releasing sufficient creativity within a conflict party, so that it can develop possible solutions, that would take into consideration the symmetric fulfilment of human basic needs of all conflict parties.

In order to achieve that, the 6 steps process especially addresses the reciprocal relations of "deep cultures", "deep structures" (Galtung) and "human basic needs," that define and guide conflict handling styles subconsciously.