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Take for example a child who is berated anytime they make a mistake. A part of them

learns that trying anything outside their comfort zone will probably lead to hurt and embarrassment. In IFS work, we may identify that part as “Don’t Try.”

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The child can grow into an adult that logically knows everyone makes mistakes.

However, when presented with an opportunity to try something new, that “Don’t Try”

part may use fear or self-doubt to stop them. This is often happening without

conscious knowledge; it is just an automatic belief that it is not possible to succeed.

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In IFS, the idea is that there are no bad parts; the goal is not to fight “Don’t Try,” but

to work with them. Understanding “Don’t Try” as a protector, and appreciating their

intent, will allow them to soften back and allow the wounded child to access the healing

energy within ourselves.

 

 

One goal of IFS is to build our own capacity for compassion and understanding this is referred to as Self energy. Healing is achieved by utilizing our own Self energy to connect to the wounded parts of ourselves and promote healing. 

 

Training in Internal Family Systems

 

​I have completed over 29 hours of IFS training conducted by IFS Consultants. IFS Consultants are practitioners that have been certified by the Internal Family Systems Institute, and are qualified to provide expert advice and services.

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Using IFS Therapy in Sessions

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IFS is a powerful modality that  can be combined with the other services. You can IFS therapy along with EMDR, Talk therapy, and Hypnotherapy.

 

IFS can be done with either in-person or virtual appointments. Virtual appointments require you to have access to a private space that is conducive for therapy work.

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Schwartz, R. (2021). No Pad Parts: Healing Trauma & Restoring Wellness with the Internal Family Systems Model. Sounds True