Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Nederland, CO

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Karla Garcia-Velez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nederland, CO 80466  (Online Only)
Karla Garcia-Velez is a board-certified social worker from Nederland, Colorado who works with adults and provides care for people who struggle with anxiety, chronic stress, chronic illness, life transitions, and many other concerns. Karla has extensive experience with person-centered, strength-based, and mind-body connection therapy approaches, such as cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, internal family systems, and solution-focused therapy. She has been a board certified licensed clinical social worker for 5 years. Karla is bilingual and speaks English and Spanish fluently.
Karla Garcia-Velez is a board-certified social worker from Nederland, Colorado who works with adults and provides care for people who struggle with anxiety, chronic stress, chronic illness, life transitions, and many other concerns. Karla has extensive experience with person-centered, strength-based, and mind-body connection therapy approaches, such as cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, internal family systems, and solution-focused therapy. She has been a board certified licensed clinical social worker for 5 years. Karla is bilingual and speaks English and Spanish fluently.
(720) 514-9017 View (720) 514-9017
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Amanda Loughlin- Nexus Flow Counseling Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Nederland, CO 80466
I'm EMDR certified and use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Accepting new clients! Click on 'My website' to schedule a free consult! Ready to move from surviving to thriving? Want to feel more empowered in your relationships? Need support with a transition or coping with stress and anxiety? Let's co-create a space to do exactly that. A space where you can be seen, heard and compassionately challenged. Where all parts of your identity, experiences and background can be acknowledged. And where you can cultivate the tools to better handle life's challenges with an ally for the journey. If you're ready to do the work don't do it alone.
I'm EMDR certified and use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Accepting new clients! Click on 'My website' to schedule a free consult! Ready to move from surviving to thriving? Want to feel more empowered in your relationships? Need support with a transition or coping with stress and anxiety? Let's co-create a space to do exactly that. A space where you can be seen, heard and compassionately challenged. Where all parts of your identity, experiences and background can be acknowledged. And where you can cultivate the tools to better handle life's challenges with an ally for the journey. If you're ready to do the work don't do it alone.
(970) 610-0601 View (970) 610-0601
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Ingrid Avison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nederland, CO 80466
From the outside, you’ve got it “together", but it's hard to let people know the real you-even though you want to connect. Maybe you’ve had a major loss or an overwhelming event - a death, divorce, job loss, a personal violation, etc. At times it's impossible to face. Distractions used to work, but life feels out of control and you’re exhausted. Worries hijack your focus and ability to relax and even sleep. You move from being on edge to feeling numb and checked out. Life is a roller coaster and you want to feel balance. You're your own worst critic. You'd never talk to others the way you talk to yourself.
From the outside, you’ve got it “together", but it's hard to let people know the real you-even though you want to connect. Maybe you’ve had a major loss or an overwhelming event - a death, divorce, job loss, a personal violation, etc. At times it's impossible to face. Distractions used to work, but life feels out of control and you’re exhausted. Worries hijack your focus and ability to relax and even sleep. You move from being on edge to feeling numb and checked out. Life is a roller coaster and you want to feel balance. You're your own worst critic. You'd never talk to others the way you talk to yourself.
(970) 972-0894 View (970) 972-0894
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Camilla Henriette Ferdinandsen Dye
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nederland, CO 80466  (Online Only)
Have you ever experienced depression, anxiety, loneliness, or insurmountable life challenges? These are issues that most people face at some point in their lives. Often we can overcome these life challenges ourselves by making small adjustments in the way we live. However, some challenges get too big and entangled and we need to seek professional help. If you are in that place in your life right now, I believe I can help you. I provide tools and guidance in a caring, non-judgmental, honest, and safe environment for you to explore the challenges you are facing.
Have you ever experienced depression, anxiety, loneliness, or insurmountable life challenges? These are issues that most people face at some point in their lives. Often we can overcome these life challenges ourselves by making small adjustments in the way we live. However, some challenges get too big and entangled and we need to seek professional help. If you are in that place in your life right now, I believe I can help you. I provide tools and guidance in a caring, non-judgmental, honest, and safe environment for you to explore the challenges you are facing.
(720) 862-3455 View (720) 862-3455
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Robbie Watterson-Couples and Psychedelic Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MPH, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nederland, CO 80466
Expert Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and Psychedelic Healing. Are you facing a challenging transition such as a career change, breakup/divorce, or chronic health issue? Life can feel overwhelming with depression and anxiety. Walking through this journey is essential, and I'm here to guide you using rituals and heartfelt connection. If you need more personal attention or to address conflicts in your relationship, our individual and couples therapy can help. Seeking love, connection, and purpose? You are in the right place. Transform your life with our expert therapy services.
Expert Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and Psychedelic Healing. Are you facing a challenging transition such as a career change, breakup/divorce, or chronic health issue? Life can feel overwhelming with depression and anxiety. Walking through this journey is essential, and I'm here to guide you using rituals and heartfelt connection. If you need more personal attention or to address conflicts in your relationship, our individual and couples therapy can help. Seeking love, connection, and purpose? You are in the right place. Transform your life with our expert therapy services.
(720) 666-6750 View (720) 666-6750
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Peg Shippert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Nederland, CO 80466
When you or someone you love has been through horrible experiences, your whole life can be turned upside down. As an extensively trained trauma therapist, I have the education, background, and passion to help you heal. There are proven approaches we can use to help you heal from your past. My clients learn to deeply understand how past experiences have affected them, and to feel in control and at peace in the present. You don't have to figure this out by yourself.
When you or someone you love has been through horrible experiences, your whole life can be turned upside down. As an extensively trained trauma therapist, I have the education, background, and passion to help you heal. There are proven approaches we can use to help you heal from your past. My clients learn to deeply understand how past experiences have affected them, and to feel in control and at peace in the present. You don't have to figure this out by yourself.
(720) 790-4916 View (720) 790-4916

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Selina Giacinto
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Passions, approaches, & specialties include: Nature-based therapy- Developmental trauma/attachment- Ceremony and honoring- Internal Family Systems- Accessing joy, inspiration, motivation, & personal agency- Post traumatic growth and meaning making- Choice, trust in self, inner wisdom development-Individuation & exploration of individual integrity- EMDR- PACT.
Whether by video or in the outdoors it's an honor to accompany individuals, couples, and families on journeys of growth and discovery through therapy. I am guide in the process, you are the expert of yourself and your experience. If you're not feeling expert, my approach draws out individuals' inner wisdom, and confidence. Working with the mind-body connection, trauma resolution, mindfulness, and the natural world, we are able to co-create new possibilities for living a more enlivened and fulfilling life. Neuroscience and attachment theory highly inform my work and I am ever expanding my knowledge and skill in order to best serve.
Passions, approaches, & specialties include: Nature-based therapy- Developmental trauma/attachment- Ceremony and honoring- Internal Family Systems- Accessing joy, inspiration, motivation, & personal agency- Post traumatic growth and meaning making- Choice, trust in self, inner wisdom development-Individuation & exploration of individual integrity- EMDR- PACT.
Whether by video or in the outdoors it's an honor to accompany individuals, couples, and families on journeys of growth and discovery through therapy. I am guide in the process, you are the expert of yourself and your experience. If you're not feeling expert, my approach draws out individuals' inner wisdom, and confidence. Working with the mind-body connection, trauma resolution, mindfulness, and the natural world, we are able to co-create new possibilities for living a more enlivened and fulfilling life. Neuroscience and attachment theory highly inform my work and I am ever expanding my knowledge and skill in order to best serve.
(720) 513-6747 View (720) 513-6747
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Elizabeth Schane
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
Offering ONLINE sessions. It’s hard to be a woman! We feel like all the pressure is on us. We keep trying so hard to do it perfectly, but life still isn’t going the way we planned. We have the pressure of career, fertility, parenting, romantic relationships, time for a social life. There's all of that and then we notice the past we’ve been running from creeping up on us. It can be exhausting, not to mention overwhelming. And is anyone talking about how hard getting pregnant can be? It's supposed to just happen easily, but month after month the pregnancy tests keep coming back negative. It feels like our bodies are failing us.
Offering ONLINE sessions. It’s hard to be a woman! We feel like all the pressure is on us. We keep trying so hard to do it perfectly, but life still isn’t going the way we planned. We have the pressure of career, fertility, parenting, romantic relationships, time for a social life. There's all of that and then we notice the past we’ve been running from creeping up on us. It can be exhausting, not to mention overwhelming. And is anyone talking about how hard getting pregnant can be? It's supposed to just happen easily, but month after month the pregnancy tests keep coming back negative. It feels like our bodies are failing us.
(720) 782-8485 View (720) 782-8485
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Tiare K Walls (Poleschook)
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Golden, CO 80403  (Online Only)
Are you constantly seeking acceptance through people-pleasing? Are you disconnected from your own needs, always prioritizing what others want? Do you have a relentless inner-critic telling you, you should be better than you are or wonder, "When will I feel like I matter?" Hi my name is Tiare, and I help people struggling to find freedom in being themselves – people struggling with identity, fear of rejection, and difficulty valuing their own needs. Under the layers of anxiety, depression, and critical narratives lives your core Self. Freedom lives within you! And you deserve to live a purposeful life just as you are!
Are you constantly seeking acceptance through people-pleasing? Are you disconnected from your own needs, always prioritizing what others want? Do you have a relentless inner-critic telling you, you should be better than you are or wonder, "When will I feel like I matter?" Hi my name is Tiare, and I help people struggling to find freedom in being themselves – people struggling with identity, fear of rejection, and difficulty valuing their own needs. Under the layers of anxiety, depression, and critical narratives lives your core Self. Freedom lives within you! And you deserve to live a purposeful life just as you are!
(720) 679-7729 View (720) 679-7729

Online Therapists

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Troy Joseph Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80128  (Online Only)
I primarily use Internal Family Systems Therapy along with Dialectical Behavior Therapy to meet the needs of my clients and move them towards their definition of a hopeful meaningful life.
My clients come to therapy ready to work on their internal system through insight and curiosity. They are willing to challenge themselves in order to have more of what they want and less of what they don’t want in their lives. My clients each come with a need and leave with hope that they can finally meet their needs.
I primarily use Internal Family Systems Therapy along with Dialectical Behavior Therapy to meet the needs of my clients and move them towards their definition of a hopeful meaningful life.
My clients come to therapy ready to work on their internal system through insight and curiosity. They are willing to challenge themselves in order to have more of what they want and less of what they don’t want in their lives. My clients each come with a need and leave with hope that they can finally meet their needs.
(720) 664-7486 View (720) 664-7486
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Carrie Koushyk
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Arvada, CO 80002
I utilize an integrated approach that includes person-centered, narrative, internal family systems (IFS), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) modalities.
We all experience moments in our lives where everything is in chaos, we feel disconnected from ourselves, and it feels like we are stumbling through impenetrable darkness. Depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, and many other mental health conditions can make us feel alone, stuck, and hopeless. My goal is to offer a space in which you can process and work through these difficult moments and to provide hope when you feel isolated in your struggles.
I utilize an integrated approach that includes person-centered, narrative, internal family systems (IFS), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) modalities.
We all experience moments in our lives where everything is in chaos, we feel disconnected from ourselves, and it feels like we are stumbling through impenetrable darkness. Depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, and many other mental health conditions can make us feel alone, stuck, and hopeless. My goal is to offer a space in which you can process and work through these difficult moments and to provide hope when you feel isolated in your struggles.
(720) 983-3493 View (720) 983-3493
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Sam Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Louisville, CO 80027
Informed by the principles of Synergetic Play Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Transpersonal Counseling.
Hi There! When it comes to therapy, I’m all about blending different approaches to create a space that feels just right for healing and growth. I work to support both children and caregivers on navigating the complexities of childhood. My mission is to make sure every child feels heard, understood, and supported on their journey through life.
Informed by the principles of Synergetic Play Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Transpersonal Counseling.
Hi There! When it comes to therapy, I’m all about blending different approaches to create a space that feels just right for healing and growth. I work to support both children and caregivers on navigating the complexities of childhood. My mission is to make sure every child feels heard, understood, and supported on their journey through life.
(720) 513-4943 View (720) 513-4943
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Lori M Gray
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Englewood, CO 80110
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, emotionally drained or just tired of struggling through day to day life? I help clients process difficult experiences and tap into their innate desire to live their best life by increasing self-awareness, encouraging authentic self-expression, understanding self-limiting beliefs, developing healthy coping skills and working through difficult past experiences. I provide a safe space to explore your emotions and personal experiences through the lenses of attachment, identity development, family systems and trauma.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, emotionally drained or just tired of struggling through day to day life? I help clients process difficult experiences and tap into their innate desire to live their best life by increasing self-awareness, encouraging authentic self-expression, understanding self-limiting beliefs, developing healthy coping skills and working through difficult past experiences. I provide a safe space to explore your emotions and personal experiences through the lenses of attachment, identity development, family systems and trauma.
(303) 857-5623 View (303) 857-5623
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Jesse Wretlind
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
I am attachment focused and use Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting.
Please reach out if you are seeking a psychodynamic, attachment focused therapist to assist in: clarifying one or many areas of your life or values, working through complex emotions, learning how to set healthy boundaries, learning new coping skills, working through difficult situations or circumstances, adjusting to a new or stressful situation, coping with grief, depression, anxiety, healing relational/attachment/emotional/physical trauma, or if you are seeking AEDP, EMDR, Brainspotting therapy or adjunct EMDR or Brainspotting therapy. Accepting Cigna, Medicaid, United/Optum, AETNA, Tricare West, Anthem/BCBS & private pay.
I am attachment focused and use Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting.
Please reach out if you are seeking a psychodynamic, attachment focused therapist to assist in: clarifying one or many areas of your life or values, working through complex emotions, learning how to set healthy boundaries, learning new coping skills, working through difficult situations or circumstances, adjusting to a new or stressful situation, coping with grief, depression, anxiety, healing relational/attachment/emotional/physical trauma, or if you are seeking AEDP, EMDR, Brainspotting therapy or adjunct EMDR or Brainspotting therapy. Accepting Cigna, Medicaid, United/Optum, AETNA, Tricare West, Anthem/BCBS & private pay.
(719) 223-4612 View (719) 223-4612
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Megan MacKenzie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Drawing primarily from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), modern psychodynamic theory, and intersectional queer theory, I provide a validating and non-judgmental space for people to explore how past experiences have shaped current beliefs and patterns.
As a relationship, sex, and gender therapist, I help couples, relationships, and individuals explore explore identities, experience greater pleasure and intimacy, and recalibrate toward more authentic, compassionate, and courageous lives. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ folks in exploring and healing from the negative impacts of internalized homophobia and transphobia as they often manifest in shame, guilt, and low self-esteem.
Drawing primarily from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), modern psychodynamic theory, and intersectional queer theory, I provide a validating and non-judgmental space for people to explore how past experiences have shaped current beliefs and patterns.
As a relationship, sex, and gender therapist, I help couples, relationships, and individuals explore explore identities, experience greater pleasure and intimacy, and recalibrate toward more authentic, compassionate, and courageous lives. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ folks in exploring and healing from the negative impacts of internalized homophobia and transphobia as they often manifest in shame, guilt, and low self-esteem.
(314) 626-0543 View (314) 626-0543
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Sarah Gobble
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I ​offer tools to deepen your process of learning ​and discovery, including Internal Family ​Systems (IFS), Imago Relationship Therapy, ​the Neuro-Affective Relational Model ​(NARM) techniques, and somatic-based ​practices.
Welcome! I am so glad you are ​here. I practice from a highly relational, person-centered philosophy, ​which means I believe you have the wisdom ​and courage you need for your journey inside ​of you already. This heartful approach ​welcomes all parts of the human experience with compassionate curiosity. It ​is my honor to come alongside not as an expert, ​but as a companion, as we discover and explore ​the strength and knowing within.
I ​offer tools to deepen your process of learning ​and discovery, including Internal Family ​Systems (IFS), Imago Relationship Therapy, ​the Neuro-Affective Relational Model ​(NARM) techniques, and somatic-based ​practices.
Welcome! I am so glad you are ​here. I practice from a highly relational, person-centered philosophy, ​which means I believe you have the wisdom ​and courage you need for your journey inside ​of you already. This heartful approach ​welcomes all parts of the human experience with compassionate curiosity. It ​is my honor to come alongside not as an expert, ​but as a companion, as we discover and explore ​the strength and knowing within.
(970) 645-3256 View (970) 645-3256
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Danielle Bravo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westminster, CO 80021  (Online Only)
My approach integrates a blend of therapeutic modalities including CBT, solution focused, IFS, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with your current circumstances or struggling to find your purpose? Are you having a difficult time healing from past experiences? Many of us face challenges that can lead to anxiety, overwhelm, and a sense of doubt about ourselves and our future. These challenges not only impact how you feel, but your relationship with those around you. You do not have to face these experiences alone. In our sessions, we will concentrate on building your skills and resilience so you can tackle life's obstacles with confidence. We will work together to help you experience relief and find self-assurance in your life.
My approach integrates a blend of therapeutic modalities including CBT, solution focused, IFS, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with your current circumstances or struggling to find your purpose? Are you having a difficult time healing from past experiences? Many of us face challenges that can lead to anxiety, overwhelm, and a sense of doubt about ourselves and our future. These challenges not only impact how you feel, but your relationship with those around you. You do not have to face these experiences alone. In our sessions, we will concentrate on building your skills and resilience so you can tackle life's obstacles with confidence. We will work together to help you experience relief and find self-assurance in your life.
(720) 804-0527 View (720) 804-0527
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Thomas Headle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centennial, CO 80111
My modalities include EMDR, CPT, IFS, MBSR, and other somatic interventions.
Hello! I'm Tom, a dedicated therapist passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I provide compassionate and evidence-based therapy to address a wide range of mental health issues. I'm an EMDR-trained therapist, working towards full certification, and I have focused my professional career on healing from combat experiences, attachment trauma, and moral injury repair. Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you on your journey to emotional well-being and uncovering the best version of yourself.
My modalities include EMDR, CPT, IFS, MBSR, and other somatic interventions.
Hello! I'm Tom, a dedicated therapist passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I provide compassionate and evidence-based therapy to address a wide range of mental health issues. I'm an EMDR-trained therapist, working towards full certification, and I have focused my professional career on healing from combat experiences, attachment trauma, and moral injury repair. Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you on your journey to emotional well-being and uncovering the best version of yourself.
(720) 903-2416 View (720) 903-2416
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Jackie W Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
My mission is to help people heal and find peace through a positive process that makes the work you’re doing exciting, even when it's hard. I believe that we’re all “rough drafts”: people in progress, with countless opportunities for new iterations. I try to give people a space to be imperfect while working toward a more authentic and intentional version of themselves. I use an approach called IFS, in which we work to accept all parts of you as good and valid even when they are not always helpful. We will access a deeper, more grounded Self that exists inside of you and has unlimited capacity for healing and self-leadership.
My mission is to help people heal and find peace through a positive process that makes the work you’re doing exciting, even when it's hard. I believe that we’re all “rough drafts”: people in progress, with countless opportunities for new iterations. I try to give people a space to be imperfect while working toward a more authentic and intentional version of themselves. I use an approach called IFS, in which we work to accept all parts of you as good and valid even when they are not always helpful. We will access a deeper, more grounded Self that exists inside of you and has unlimited capacity for healing and self-leadership.
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Kymberly J. Scipione
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, EdD, LPC, LPCC, MAED
Verified Verified
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Everyone has problems. Not everyone has someone to talk to who actually gets it. I am passionate about providing a practical, interactive, solution-focused treatment approach to therapy. I offer a supportive environment with certifications and expertise in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, EMDR, IFS, DBT, Virtual Reality, RLT: Couples Counseling and Sex Therapy: ASSECT trained. Through these skills I help clients find real solutions to a wide range of issues including, but not limited to: trauma, anxiety, relationship issues and depression. Our office also has a Relationship/Life Coach on site.
Everyone has problems. Not everyone has someone to talk to who actually gets it. I am passionate about providing a practical, interactive, solution-focused treatment approach to therapy. I offer a supportive environment with certifications and expertise in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, EMDR, IFS, DBT, Virtual Reality, RLT: Couples Counseling and Sex Therapy: ASSECT trained. Through these skills I help clients find real solutions to a wide range of issues including, but not limited to: trauma, anxiety, relationship issues and depression. Our office also has a Relationship/Life Coach on site.
(720) 399-1344 View (720) 399-1344

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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists

What is Internal Family Systems therapy?

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.

How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?

An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.

Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?

IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.

How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?

As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.