Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Royal Palm Beach, FL

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Gabby Rascati
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411  (Online Only)
I use primarily Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (learning how to acknowledge and accept feelings without getting stuck, while using your own values to guide behavior), and Internal Family Systems (understanding our own complexity, getting to know parts of ourselves that have various needs, and learning how to meet them).
I support clients who want to better connect to themselves, their emotions, their values, and their body. Because this type of identity work typically happens in early adulthood, I tend to work with folks 18-40. Often, but not always, my work involves understanding and managing anxiety, depression, the impact of trauma, stress, relationships, pregnancy/parenting transitions, and sexuality & gender identity.
I use primarily Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (learning how to acknowledge and accept feelings without getting stuck, while using your own values to guide behavior), and Internal Family Systems (understanding our own complexity, getting to know parts of ourselves that have various needs, and learning how to meet them).
I support clients who want to better connect to themselves, their emotions, their values, and their body. Because this type of identity work typically happens in early adulthood, I tend to work with folks 18-40. Often, but not always, my work involves understanding and managing anxiety, depression, the impact of trauma, stress, relationships, pregnancy/parenting transitions, and sexuality & gender identity.
(727) 955-2287 View (727) 955-2287
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Terra Shishido
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MS, BS, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411  (Online Only)
I am IFS (internal Family Systems) level 2 trained, EMDR certified, and trained in complex trauma treatments.
Have you ever felt the weight of unresolved situations, feelings, or traumas, as if they cast a shadow over your life? Such experiences can disrupt our inner equilibrium, leaving us feeling lost and disconnected from our true selves. There is a path to healing, & I'm dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward reclaiming your life. Trauma recovery is a deeply personal, and transformative process, & I'm honored to be a part of your healing journey. Together, we will explore your experiences, provide you with practical tools for coping and healing, and work towards restoring a sense of safety, security, empowerment, and self.
I am IFS (internal Family Systems) level 2 trained, EMDR certified, and trained in complex trauma treatments.
Have you ever felt the weight of unresolved situations, feelings, or traumas, as if they cast a shadow over your life? Such experiences can disrupt our inner equilibrium, leaving us feeling lost and disconnected from our true selves. There is a path to healing, & I'm dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward reclaiming your life. Trauma recovery is a deeply personal, and transformative process, & I'm honored to be a part of your healing journey. Together, we will explore your experiences, provide you with practical tools for coping and healing, and work towards restoring a sense of safety, security, empowerment, and self.
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Nicholas Landry
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
He specializes in several evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care and Internal Family Systems.
Nicholas Landry, owner and clinical director of Landry Therapy and Wellness, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with expertise in addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. With over 15 years of experience, Nicholas has successfully helped individuals and families work through issues of grief and loss, managing daily life stressors, and assisting those who suffered from physical, emotional, or sexual trauma. Nicholas has been working closely with the Veterans Affairs helping Veterans who have developed combat-related traumas as well as works with first responders in and out of active duty.
He specializes in several evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care and Internal Family Systems.
Nicholas Landry, owner and clinical director of Landry Therapy and Wellness, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with expertise in addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. With over 15 years of experience, Nicholas has successfully helped individuals and families work through issues of grief and loss, managing daily life stressors, and assisting those who suffered from physical, emotional, or sexual trauma. Nicholas has been working closely with the Veterans Affairs helping Veterans who have developed combat-related traumas as well as works with first responders in and out of active duty.
(754) 704-5117 View (754) 704-5117
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Crystal Gonzalez
Counselor, LMHC, MS, MSMFT
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
I use special techniques that have been proven to work, like CBT, Gottman Method Therapy, DBT, IFS, and EMDR.
Are you overwhelmed with marriage issues, depression, and anxiety? Are you struggling with your self-esteem and the stress of life feels too much to handle? Do you often hyperfocus on your trauma? Are you on the brink of divorce? No one deserves to feel alone. Life takes a village. We live in a time where there is every platform to connect, yet individuals feel more alone than ever, everyone behind devices, individuals lost and disconnected. You are not alone. With over 15+ years of experience working with clients on their journey of personal growth and healing, we can work together to create a healthier version of you.
I use special techniques that have been proven to work, like CBT, Gottman Method Therapy, DBT, IFS, and EMDR.
Are you overwhelmed with marriage issues, depression, and anxiety? Are you struggling with your self-esteem and the stress of life feels too much to handle? Do you often hyperfocus on your trauma? Are you on the brink of divorce? No one deserves to feel alone. Life takes a village. We live in a time where there is every platform to connect, yet individuals feel more alone than ever, everyone behind devices, individuals lost and disconnected. You are not alone. With over 15+ years of experience working with clients on their journey of personal growth and healing, we can work together to create a healthier version of you.
(561) 462-4665 View (561) 462-4665
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Noel Tola
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33421  (Online Only)
Research shows that people would rather experience physical pain than emotional pain. These tough times can make us feel hopeless, vulnerable, and powerless. As we know, we cannot avoid life’s hurts that leave us with pain, guilt, anger, and shame; however, we can learn from these emotions. Emotions influence our thinking processes, impacting how we see the world. Therapy can help clear these barriers of uncertainty, which can prevent us from achieving our personal goals, getting that promotion, or achieving a healthy relationship.
Research shows that people would rather experience physical pain than emotional pain. These tough times can make us feel hopeless, vulnerable, and powerless. As we know, we cannot avoid life’s hurts that leave us with pain, guilt, anger, and shame; however, we can learn from these emotions. Emotions influence our thinking processes, impacting how we see the world. Therapy can help clear these barriers of uncertainty, which can prevent us from achieving our personal goals, getting that promotion, or achieving a healthy relationship.
(561) 823-4920 View (561) 823-4920
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Restore Wellness Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Find someone with compassion for helping you facilitate a healing journey from childhood sexual trauma. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, conflict with relationships, difficulty with intimacy, and perfectionism? Does your history of trauma affect the way you view yourself and triggers relationship difficulties? Are you overwhelmed when having to set boundaries for yourself? We provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and encouraging place to uplift you in areas of individual, couples counseling, child & adolescent trauma, and family therapy. We collaborate with you to improving emotional and relational health.
Find someone with compassion for helping you facilitate a healing journey from childhood sexual trauma. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, conflict with relationships, difficulty with intimacy, and perfectionism? Does your history of trauma affect the way you view yourself and triggers relationship difficulties? Are you overwhelmed when having to set boundaries for yourself? We provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and encouraging place to uplift you in areas of individual, couples counseling, child & adolescent trauma, and family therapy. We collaborate with you to improving emotional and relational health.
(561) 660-9670 View (561) 660-9670
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Tiffany Pagliazzo
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Do you desire to work through problems of depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, substance abuse, and/or mood disorders? Are you curious about yourself and your mental health and want to learn strategies to help improve your quality of life? Are you open-minded, receptive to clinical feedback and recommendations, and willing to work on homework between sessions?
Do you desire to work through problems of depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, substance abuse, and/or mood disorders? Are you curious about yourself and your mental health and want to learn strategies to help improve your quality of life? Are you open-minded, receptive to clinical feedback and recommendations, and willing to work on homework between sessions?
(561) 821-2522 View (561) 821-2522
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Francelise Kacy-Cornwall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Are you seeking a more fulfilling life with specific goals such as managing anxiety attacks, improving communication with others, or overcoming past trauma? My goal is for my clients to find peace and joy, and a sense of control over their emotional well-being. Therefore, I provide my clients with a safe and non-judgmental space for validation, support, and the tools to navigate the complexities of life with greater clarity and purpose.
Are you seeking a more fulfilling life with specific goals such as managing anxiety attacks, improving communication with others, or overcoming past trauma? My goal is for my clients to find peace and joy, and a sense of control over their emotional well-being. Therefore, I provide my clients with a safe and non-judgmental space for validation, support, and the tools to navigate the complexities of life with greater clarity and purpose.
(561) 269-0709 View (561) 269-0709
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Nonata Calcines
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
One of my heartfelt specialties is ADHD, which is increasingly prevalent among individuals aged 5 to 18 years old. Based on evidence-based practices & my own up-growing experience with clients, I firmly believe that factors such as nutrition, environment, societal influences, & social media play significant roles in shaping individuals with ADHD symptoms, whether they have been formally diagnosed or not. Understanding how these factors impact clients' functionality and well-being, I strive to provide a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental, and compassionate space. I offer treatments tailored to my clients' needs, desires, and goals.
One of my heartfelt specialties is ADHD, which is increasingly prevalent among individuals aged 5 to 18 years old. Based on evidence-based practices & my own up-growing experience with clients, I firmly believe that factors such as nutrition, environment, societal influences, & social media play significant roles in shaping individuals with ADHD symptoms, whether they have been formally diagnosed or not. Understanding how these factors impact clients' functionality and well-being, I strive to provide a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental, and compassionate space. I offer treatments tailored to my clients' needs, desires, and goals.
(561) 269-2350 View (561) 269-2350
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Cassandre Francois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Do you struggle with believing in yourself and making confident decisions? I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, and Parenting. I will give feedback for you to make proud decisions while learning coping skills and trusting yourself. I will be a guide in your journey using a trauma-informed and gender-affirming methods.
Do you struggle with believing in yourself and making confident decisions? I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, and Parenting. I will give feedback for you to make proud decisions while learning coping skills and trusting yourself. I will be a guide in your journey using a trauma-informed and gender-affirming methods.
(561) 356-8353 View (561) 356-8353
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Ivona Bhadha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Your marriage or relationship is in trouble. You are tired of fighting and missing closeness. You find yourself in and out of a repetitive pattern of "blaming and defending" or "reaching out and pulling away". The emotional disconnection with your partner hurts you deeply and leaves you feeling stressed, anxious and unhappy. You may be someone whose childhood trauma holds you back in love relationship. You are constantly putting yourself last and helping everybody else. You feel a lot of anxiety, sadness and stress not knowing what to do. You may find yourself coping with food, too much of work or TV and neglecting your health.
Your marriage or relationship is in trouble. You are tired of fighting and missing closeness. You find yourself in and out of a repetitive pattern of "blaming and defending" or "reaching out and pulling away". The emotional disconnection with your partner hurts you deeply and leaves you feeling stressed, anxious and unhappy. You may be someone whose childhood trauma holds you back in love relationship. You are constantly putting yourself last and helping everybody else. You feel a lot of anxiety, sadness and stress not knowing what to do. You may find yourself coping with food, too much of work or TV and neglecting your health.
(561) 449-2129 View (561) 449-2129
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Mayra S Bagnoli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411  (Online Only)
Here you are again; a new life challenge is thrown at you and you feel stuck. You are in a meaningless job, a stressful relationship. Maybe you are caring for someone else. Your days are filled with tasks and worries; you never find time for yourself. You feel exhausted, resentful and sad. But you feel you need to take care of people; if you won't, nobody will! Once more you rearrange your schedule to help your loved one. You are letting yourself go and you do not like who you have become. You need to change because you are at a point of breakdown. You do not know who you are anymore... And you urge to know!
Here you are again; a new life challenge is thrown at you and you feel stuck. You are in a meaningless job, a stressful relationship. Maybe you are caring for someone else. Your days are filled with tasks and worries; you never find time for yourself. You feel exhausted, resentful and sad. But you feel you need to take care of people; if you won't, nobody will! Once more you rearrange your schedule to help your loved one. You are letting yourself go and you do not like who you have become. You need to change because you are at a point of breakdown. You do not know who you are anymore... And you urge to know!
(561) 475-1828 View (561) 475-1828
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Natalie Chinnici
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411  (Online Only)
Have you been feeling lonely and overwhelmed with sadness, anxiety, stress and/or grief? Do you find yourself wanting to move forward in life, but have difficulty knowing what steps to take next? Therapy is not only for those who are coping with Chronic mental illness. Everyone experience's hardships at some point in their life. Sometimes talking with friends and family does not relieve you from the pain you are going through, leaving you feeling more alone than ever. In working together, I want to help you acknowledge your unique abilities through providing you support and understanding in your time of need.
Have you been feeling lonely and overwhelmed with sadness, anxiety, stress and/or grief? Do you find yourself wanting to move forward in life, but have difficulty knowing what steps to take next? Therapy is not only for those who are coping with Chronic mental illness. Everyone experience's hardships at some point in their life. Sometimes talking with friends and family does not relieve you from the pain you are going through, leaving you feeling more alone than ever. In working together, I want to help you acknowledge your unique abilities through providing you support and understanding in your time of need.
(561) 783-5824 View (561) 783-5824
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Carolanne Giordano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
My name is Carolanne Giordano and I am a licensed therapist. I specialize in mental health, trauma and addiction (SAP). After experiencing personal struggles at a young age, I developed a passion for helping others. I empower clients to overcome obstacles in their professional and personal life. I have found that many clients have spent a lifetime avoiding the very things they most need to discuss in therapy, which can lead to a worsening in mental health symptoms and a decrease in happiness. I utilize evidence-based interventions such as; EMDR (trauma), Gottman method Level l (couples therapy), and TF-CBT (adolescence).
My name is Carolanne Giordano and I am a licensed therapist. I specialize in mental health, trauma and addiction (SAP). After experiencing personal struggles at a young age, I developed a passion for helping others. I empower clients to overcome obstacles in their professional and personal life. I have found that many clients have spent a lifetime avoiding the very things they most need to discuss in therapy, which can lead to a worsening in mental health symptoms and a decrease in happiness. I utilize evidence-based interventions such as; EMDR (trauma), Gottman method Level l (couples therapy), and TF-CBT (adolescence).
(561) 556-4846 View (561) 556-4846
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Amber Austin
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Sometimes, even the greatest, strongest parents, grandparents, and caregivers need a little bit of assistance helping kids and teens work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point in life. Today, kids and teens are facing those challenges earlier than ever. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma recovery, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope. I would be honored to assist your child and your family in unlocking the confidence and resiliency that will lead to a brighter tomorrow.
Sometimes, even the greatest, strongest parents, grandparents, and caregivers need a little bit of assistance helping kids and teens work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point in life. Today, kids and teens are facing those challenges earlier than ever. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma recovery, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope. I would be honored to assist your child and your family in unlocking the confidence and resiliency that will lead to a brighter tomorrow.
(561) 782-0618 View (561) 782-0618
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The Integrative Healing Space
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411  (Online Only)
Are you a woman who feels like your life is not your own? Some days your life’s blessing’s; your career, marriage and children feel more like challenges. You may even feel guilty about feeling this way. You tirelessly care and support others, but struggle to do the same for yourself. Your efforts to be everything for everyone has caused you to feel depressed, anxious and possibly resentful at times. You’re not even certain when you lost yourself and even less certain how to discover the woman you desire to be. You WANT to recognize the woman staring back in the mirror; you WANT to be physically, emotionally and spiritually abundant.
Are you a woman who feels like your life is not your own? Some days your life’s blessing’s; your career, marriage and children feel more like challenges. You may even feel guilty about feeling this way. You tirelessly care and support others, but struggle to do the same for yourself. Your efforts to be everything for everyone has caused you to feel depressed, anxious and possibly resentful at times. You’re not even certain when you lost yourself and even less certain how to discover the woman you desire to be. You WANT to recognize the woman staring back in the mirror; you WANT to be physically, emotionally and spiritually abundant.
(561) 286-3908 View (561) 286-3908
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Yasmyne Salhia
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Mental health is essential to personal well-being, as well as, fundamental in living a fulfilled, meaningful life. I believe everyone has the ability to empower one’s self and break through barriers that have set them off course in their journey toward self acceptance and happiness. I treat clients with compassion, understanding, and believe everyone can change their patterns, tendencies and learned skills with a safe space to explore these patterns that have served a purpose at one point. At some point one may recognize change is needed and through therapy we can work together to work on helping you reach your goals.
Mental health is essential to personal well-being, as well as, fundamental in living a fulfilled, meaningful life. I believe everyone has the ability to empower one’s self and break through barriers that have set them off course in their journey toward self acceptance and happiness. I treat clients with compassion, understanding, and believe everyone can change their patterns, tendencies and learned skills with a safe space to explore these patterns that have served a purpose at one point. At some point one may recognize change is needed and through therapy we can work together to work on helping you reach your goals.
(561) 782-6428 View (561) 782-6428
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Kimberley C Small
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411  (Online Only)
Are you ready to break cycles of trauma, dysfunction, and anxiety this season? My clients are striving for peace as they pursue a life that looks/feels dramatically different than that of just one generation before. They're are often the first in their family to achieve something (e.g., college, purchase a home, generational wealth, avoid substance abuse, etc.,). While their culture is deeply meaningful to them, they can find themselves "caught between worlds", struggling to set healthy boundaries with friends and family who don't quite get it or feeling guilty when they do. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place.
Are you ready to break cycles of trauma, dysfunction, and anxiety this season? My clients are striving for peace as they pursue a life that looks/feels dramatically different than that of just one generation before. They're are often the first in their family to achieve something (e.g., college, purchase a home, generational wealth, avoid substance abuse, etc.,). While their culture is deeply meaningful to them, they can find themselves "caught between worlds", struggling to set healthy boundaries with friends and family who don't quite get it or feeling guilty when they do. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place.
(561) 867-8928 View (561) 867-8928
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Center for Trauma Counseling, Inc.
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Have you been thinking about seeing a therapist to ease emotional distress? Our therapists at Center for Trauma Counseling can help you overcome any obstacles to seeking help, meet your goals, and start your journey to emotional healing today. We work with young children, families, adolescents, and adults. We tailor our treatment approach to meet our clients' individual needs. We believe that by providing a safe compassionate space and effective tools, clients can resolve problems and find answers. We have highly qualified professionals including registered Play Therapists and Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)therapists on staff.
Have you been thinking about seeing a therapist to ease emotional distress? Our therapists at Center for Trauma Counseling can help you overcome any obstacles to seeking help, meet your goals, and start your journey to emotional healing today. We work with young children, families, adolescents, and adults. We tailor our treatment approach to meet our clients' individual needs. We believe that by providing a safe compassionate space and effective tools, clients can resolve problems and find answers. We have highly qualified professionals including registered Play Therapists and Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)therapists on staff.
(561) 666-9037 View (561) 666-9037

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Katie Robinson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Some of my specialties are Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, narrative, somatics, and brainspotting.
Taking the first step to seek counseling can be overwhelming, and it also demonstrates tremendous courage. As a counselor, I consider it an honor to support individuals in finding resilience through life’s challenges. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed care, which means a felt sense of safety and a kind and considerate pace are the most important things in the room. I lead with curiosity and compassion and offer a nonjudgmental space where clients can freely explore their inner world. Whatever your story or need, you can expect your treatment to be highly individualized and to honor you as a unique human being.
Some of my specialties are Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, narrative, somatics, and brainspotting.
Taking the first step to seek counseling can be overwhelming, and it also demonstrates tremendous courage. As a counselor, I consider it an honor to support individuals in finding resilience through life’s challenges. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed care, which means a felt sense of safety and a kind and considerate pace are the most important things in the room. I lead with curiosity and compassion and offer a nonjudgmental space where clients can freely explore their inner world. Whatever your story or need, you can expect your treatment to be highly individualized and to honor you as a unique human being.
(239) 363-5948 View (239) 363-5948

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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.