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.
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At East End Mental Health, we believe in the integrative approach to behavioral health and psychiatric care. We offer our clients comprehensive array of treatment options which include individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, psychotherapy groups, psychiatric evaluations, psychopharmacotherapies, and laboratory diagnostic/genetic testing services. My role as your psychotherapist is to help...
I am a Master's level marriage and family therapist working toward licensure. I have 15 years experience in mental health and have worked with a variety of individuals. I aspire to create a safe environment for my clients and families and allow you to go on a journey of discovery. Together we will explore your life's most challenging matters and heal the wounds that impact your life. I am also ...
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Have you, a friend/partner/family member experienced a traumatic event - loss of loved one, loss of child, loss of pet, a life-changing event, verbal/emotional/sexual abuse - and need help processing the grief, regaining control of your life, rebuilding your self-confidence/self-esteem? Do you or someone you know have issues with substance use and are seeking assistance in identifying challenge...
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From the moment you walk through our doors, the shallow breath in your chest deepens. You feel all of your senses soothed in an atmosphere of mindfulness and healing. You begin to relax as you are greeted by our warm and inviting front staff. You rest in knowing that you will be supported and empowered by the tribe of providers and teachers that await you. We are a communal working space dedica...
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I make great effort for excellence by working effectively with honesty, skills and compassion. I am committed to working collaboratively with clients to find their inner strength and authenticity, I know from experience that it takes courage and dedication to live well and the benefits are worth it. My personality as a therapist is of nurturing, warmth, genuineness and non-judgmental demeanor. ...
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