Internal Family Systems therapy encourages people to embrace all parts of themselves, even the difficult ones. Its goal is to help people achieve balance and harmony within themselves.
IFS states that people do not have “bad” parts. Instead, they experience difficulty embracing all aspects as simultaneously affecting one another. IFS seeks to name and understand these parts and ultimately balance the factors that work toward self-growth.
Life experiences can encourage the various parts of the self to become out of balance, forcing the system into a less-than-harmonious operating state. Your IFS counselor will help you recognize these parts of yourself, inquire as to why you think they might be off-balance, and then assist you in balancing them.
People with a wide range of mental health concerns can benefit from IFS, but it is particularly effective for those who have dealt with traumatic experiences.
Therapists Who Specialize in IFS Therapy
As a therapist, I'm eager to walk alongside highly motivated individuals and couples in their journey towards success. For some, success means gaining an improved sense of self-esteem and value. Others may be looking to successfully navigate a challenging season of life. Or perhaps a couple is seeking help in successfully repairing or restoring their relationship. Over the last 22 years, it has...
Do you feel like life will never be the same? Or no one can understand what you're going through? Nothing feels safe any more and you feel so alone right now. Maybe others don't understand why you're not "over it" yet. Trauma can take away so much of our control and turn our lives completely upside down. You deserve the space and time to heal in your own way. You are not alone in this. You and...
Kady Leibovitz
Denver
Colorado
Kady Leibovitz
Denver
Colorado
If you are at a place in your life where you are contemplating change, want to learn how to better cope with life stressors or heal the traumatic wounds of your past I use holistic and evidenced-based approaches to my work. I understand the importance of a collaborative therapeutic relationship and ensure a safe and approachable setting for clients. Using family systems theory, EMDR Therapy,...
Abby Bronstein
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Abby Bronstein
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Are you looking to start the journey of learning more about yourself or your relationships? Exploring your experiences and decisions can be exciting and challenging. I help individual and couples change through collaboration, recognizing that each person I work with has a life filled with complex experiences beyond the presenting concern. I look to find understanding and connection through...
Change is possible and attainable! I know that going through your darkest moments can seem endless and hopeless. I believe in the therapeutic process and have seen people regain power in their lives. Anybody who is willing to be vulnerable and honest with their change can attain it with the necessary steps and guidance. An ideal client is somebody who is willing to attempt change to see if it c...
I specialize in individual therapy with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction, as well as long term struggles in relationships, identity, and personality. I enjoy working with patients of diverse religious, cultural, and social backgrounds, as well as patients with different experiences of sexuality and gender identity. I am regularly asking myself “What’s really goi...
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Rhonda Griffin, LPC has been a counselor for 23 years. She has a master's in Applied Behavioral Science from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. She has taught counseling and supervised intern graduate students. Rhonda engages easily with compassion and a warm sense of humor. A harmonious blend of west coast perspective with Texan common sense. She brings practical skills and knowledge to...
I'm so happy you've found your way here. I respect you for taking this step towards wellness! Perhaps you have been feeling like life has been hard for you lately, and you’re seeking out answers on how to feel better. Maybe you are struggling with negative thoughts that don’t seem to go away, and keep you stuck. You may have persistent feelings that you aren’t good enough, that everyone else se...
I see therapy as a place to practice courage and honesty, with the goal of creating more joy, humor, flexibility, and play in one's life, relationships, and work. I often see individuals dealing with complex issues such as depression, grief/loss, anxiety, recovery from trauma/abuse or neglect, postpartum or parenting issues, child emotional or behavioral concerns, relationship conflicts, or...
Be like the bird, who halting in his flight On limb too slight, feels it give way beneath him, Yet sings knowing he hath wings. -Victor Hugo Do you wish you had wings? Do you wish you could sing when the struggles of life no longer offer a steady place to put your feet? Life can be hard. Losses, fear, difficult relationships, or stagnation can steal the joys of our lives. We all need a safe and...
As a licensed master social worker, I offer therapy in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment. I provide a space where individuals feel comfortable sharing their concerns so that we can work together to gain insight into life's stresses and struggles. I collaborate with clients to develop effective coping mechanisms, process through life experiences, and accomplish personal goals. ...
I’m glad you’re here! I believe in the importance of having a safe and non-judgmental place to talk about life’s challenges. I know it takes courage to begin this process and I have the compassion and expertise to walk alongside you in this jour I will harness your strengths as we seek to create healthy coping skills, strengthen self-esteem, and promote behavioral changes in order to help you...
"I now see how owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do." -Brene Brown. I believe through telling your story, you can create insight and lasting change in your life. I have clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, stress, coping skills, grief, loss, trauma, addictions and women’s issues. I work with adults and children ag...