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.
I have had the honor of supporting others in healing and growth for over 10 years. As a relational therapist, I'm passionate about working with teens, individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in supporting those who have been touched by adoption, grief, loss, trauma, and hurt from religion, as well as people who desire increased connection, to explore personal identity, and to find an...
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. When going through struggles in life, you do not have to suffer in silence nor do you have to endure the journey alone. I will actively pursue the fulfillment of your therapeutic goals by listening, collaborating with you, and offering suggestions to illicit positive change. Each session is conducted with an impartial approach which ensures that everyone ...
I've worked with teens, and their families within the public school system for more than 20 years. Within my private practice, I see adults and teens. I use an eclectic approach that is built on developing the therapist-client relationship first and moving forward from there. Particular areas include anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum, trauma, and gender identity. My work is informed fr...
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