How is IFS Different from Other Therapies?

IFS therapy focuses on understanding and healing the inner parts of yourself that carry pain or conflict. Unlike many traditional therapies, IFS is a non-pathologizing approach that views all parts of you as valuable, even those that might seem difficult or self-sabotaging. The goal of IFS is to help you connect with your Self, the calm, compassionate core of who you are, so you can lead your inner system with clarity and confidence. This process doesn’t rely on forcing change but instead fosters curiosity and collaboration within your inner world, allowing lasting transformation to unfold naturally.

How Can IFS Therapy Help with the Healing Process?

IFS therapy helps people heal by getting to know and working with the different parts of themselves —different feelings, thoughts, and impulses—that influence how we interact with the world and respond to challenges. When we go through something painful or traumatic, certain parts of our mind might get "stuck" or take on extreme roles, like trying to protect us from more pain or pushing down overwhelming emotions. IFS offers a safe and supportive way to connect with these parts, understand what they need, and let go of the burdens they’ve been carrying. This process helps resolve inner struggles, bringing a sense of calm, balance, and wholeness. By reconnecting with your core self—the wise, compassionate part of you—you can feel more in control and empowered in your life.

Experiencing IFS Therapy

IFS therapy provides a safe and supportive space to explore your inner world. As we begin, I’ll guide you in identifying and connecting with the parts of you that feel activated or in distress. Together, we’ll bring curiosity and compassion to these parts, allowing them to share their experiences and needs. Over time, you’ll develop a relationship with your Self—the calm, wise leader within you. This connection can bring healing not only to individual parts but to your whole system, fostering greater peace and harmony. This experience feels like being guided through a compassion conversation with yourself where you explore the different feelings, thoughts, and inner experiences in a safe and supportive environment.

Therapists use IFS for:

• Addiction and Recovery

• Anxiety and Panic Disorders

• Chronic Pain and Health Issues

• Codependency

• Depression

• Emotional Regulation

• Grief and Loss

• Inner conflict and shame

• Relational Challenges

• Self-Esteem and Identity Issues

• Trauma and PTSD/CPTSD