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.
My approach to psychotherapy is to explore and process patterned thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that inhibit well-being. I believe that through exploring how our past affects our present and looking at the patterns we tend to repeat, one can gain insight and a sense of empowerment over their current circumstances in order to heal, grow and transform. I have over 20 years of experience workin...
My goal as a psychologist is to help individuals find their full potential. I strive to help clients discover their hidden strengths and areas for growth; thereby learning to more effectively face their concerns. I have extensive training and experience in psychological testing. I provide assessment for adult and child ADHD and Autism. I can help clarify or differentiate a diagnosis, provide...
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