In process consultation,the purpose of the third party's intervention is to encourage the parties to avoid their differences in reaching an acceptable solution.

In process consultation, the purpose of the third party's intervention is to help the parties understand and analyze their differences and work collaboratively towards a solution that is acceptable to all parties involved. The third party consultant facilitates communication and helps the parties identify their underlying assumptions, beliefs, and values that may be causing the conflict. The goal is to promote learning and growth for all parties involved, rather than simply avoiding differences.