Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
In our psychotherapy work, IFS can serve as a profound guide to understanding and harmonizing the various facets of your internal self.
IFS operates on the premise that within each person exists a complex system of sub-personalities or "parts." These parts encapsulate diverse emotions, beliefs, and experiences, contributing to the richness of your inner landscape. The therapeutic journey involves exploring, understanding, and ultimately fostering a balanced relationship among these internal parts.
Through this process, clients often discover profound insights into their behavior, emotions, and thought patterns. IFS facilitates a compassionate exploration of the protective roles each part plays and aims to transform their extreme dynamics into a harmonious orchestration of the Self.
As we collaborate on your healing journey, the impact of IFS extends beyond mere introspection; it empowers you to be the compassionate leader of your internal realm. This self-leadership not only fosters personal growth but also cultivates resilience and a deeper connection with your authentic self.
Whether you seek resolution from past traumas, wish to navigate life transitions, or simply aim for greater self-awareness, Internal Family Systems provides a transformative framework for your therapeutic exploration.
What can ifs help with?
Trauma + PTSD
Anxiety + Stress
Depression
Relationship Issues
Grief + Loss
Self Esteem + Self Identity
Emotional Regulation
Substance Use Challenges
Life Transitions
Additional resources:
The Rich Roll Podcast
A Systems Approach to Healing the Self
with Dr. Richard Schwartz
June 2023
No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model
Thriftbooks
July 2021