Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Bend, OR
I utilize a blend of attachment-based, psychodynamic, internal family systems (IFS) and child-directed play therapy modalities.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here! I love working with a wide array of humans - kiddos, teens and adults from all walks of life are my jam. I am especially drawn to connecting with folks from diverse cultural backgrounds, individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone who feels called to cultivate a deeper relationship with themselves. My approach centers on each person’s unique journey, emphasizing empowerment, inner-child work, and congruence.
I utilize a blend of attachment-based, psychodynamic, internal family systems (IFS) and child-directed play therapy modalities.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here! I love working with a wide array of humans - kiddos, teens and adults from all walks of life are my jam. I am especially drawn to connecting with folks from diverse cultural backgrounds, individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone who feels called to cultivate a deeper relationship with themselves. My approach centers on each person’s unique journey, emphasizing empowerment, inner-child work, and congruence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by feelings, thoughts, or a sense of being lost in life? You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma manifesting as relationship distress, identity crises, or lack of motivation. My clients seek a guide to uncover the root of their symptoms and find their authentic selves. I help clients go beyond traditional talk therapy, focusing on the mind-body connection through somatic therapies, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems, while teaching the neuroscience of trauma. Specializing in attachment, I aim to help you reorganize your relationships—to others, yourself, and your past.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by feelings, thoughts, or a sense of being lost in life? You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma manifesting as relationship distress, identity crises, or lack of motivation. My clients seek a guide to uncover the root of their symptoms and find their authentic selves. I help clients go beyond traditional talk therapy, focusing on the mind-body connection through somatic therapies, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems, while teaching the neuroscience of trauma. Specializing in attachment, I aim to help you reorganize your relationships—to others, yourself, and your past.
My goal is to support others in discovering and tapping into their innate wisdom and authentic self. I believe that you are the expert of your life, and my role is to hold space for self-discovery and exploration. The areas that I'm passionate about include grief and loss, self esteem issues, trauma, change of life experiences, anxiety, and sexual identity. I work with children, teens, adults, older adults, and families. I utilize an internal family systems (IFS) and narrative approach, and strive to create a warm, safe, and collaborative environment.
My goal is to support others in discovering and tapping into their innate wisdom and authentic self. I believe that you are the expert of your life, and my role is to hold space for self-discovery and exploration. The areas that I'm passionate about include grief and loss, self esteem issues, trauma, change of life experiences, anxiety, and sexual identity. I work with children, teens, adults, older adults, and families. I utilize an internal family systems (IFS) and narrative approach, and strive to create a warm, safe, and collaborative environment.
I utilize the most empirically-based psychological interventions (EMDR, IFS, DBT), bring in ancient wisdom from spiritual texts around the world and use my direct attunement and communication with the client’s highest self to co-create the most relevant healing path for each client.
Are you ready to embody your true core self? We hold within us the innate ability to reach optimum mental health and possess the ability to create our own healing and wholeness. My goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to help you find your way on your healing journey. I believe mind, body and spirit are intrinsically bound together and feel if we look at ourselves from a perspective of compassion, we can use this knowledge, with the help of mind/body techniques, to move toward healing and whole health.
I utilize the most empirically-based psychological interventions (EMDR, IFS, DBT), bring in ancient wisdom from spiritual texts around the world and use my direct attunement and communication with the client’s highest self to co-create the most relevant healing path for each client.
Are you ready to embody your true core self? We hold within us the innate ability to reach optimum mental health and possess the ability to create our own healing and wholeness. My goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to help you find your way on your healing journey. I believe mind, body and spirit are intrinsically bound together and feel if we look at ourselves from a perspective of compassion, we can use this knowledge, with the help of mind/body techniques, to move toward healing and whole health.
Haley Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MCOUN, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
Waitlist for new clients
I draw on the therapeutic relationship I build with my clients and often utilize inner child work, internal family systems, and/or EMDR to aid in the process of healing.
Sex. Intimacy. Pleasure. — These topics feel intimidating and vulnerable to talk about. You’ve googled how to have better sex. You are feeling discouraged about your sex life and wondering if there's more to explore. Maybe you can’t even think about sex without feeling uncomfortable, much less talk about it. You want to feel confident in yourself, reconnect with your partner, and heal from the past. You think you are ready to open up, get curious about yourself, and tell your story. Now what? Let's see if we are a good fit!
I draw on the therapeutic relationship I build with my clients and often utilize inner child work, internal family systems, and/or EMDR to aid in the process of healing.
Sex. Intimacy. Pleasure. — These topics feel intimidating and vulnerable to talk about. You’ve googled how to have better sex. You are feeling discouraged about your sex life and wondering if there's more to explore. Maybe you can’t even think about sex without feeling uncomfortable, much less talk about it. You want to feel confident in yourself, reconnect with your partner, and heal from the past. You think you are ready to open up, get curious about yourself, and tell your story. Now what? Let's see if we are a good fit!
I believe all people have the capacity to live satisfying and joyful lives. I am here to help when those qualities feel elusive and your history and patterns are keeping you stuck. I work online and in person teaching people how to access their inner wisdom and healing capacity using the methods of Internal Family Systems, guided imagery and trauma processing. I have witnessed these techniques resulting in greater peace and fulfillment in the lives of my clients. Internal Family Systems work can enable a life of greater vitality, playfulness and compassion. One learns to integrate all parts of self to live a more aligned life.
I believe all people have the capacity to live satisfying and joyful lives. I am here to help when those qualities feel elusive and your history and patterns are keeping you stuck. I work online and in person teaching people how to access their inner wisdom and healing capacity using the methods of Internal Family Systems, guided imagery and trauma processing. I have witnessed these techniques resulting in greater peace and fulfillment in the lives of my clients. Internal Family Systems work can enable a life of greater vitality, playfulness and compassion. One learns to integrate all parts of self to live a more aligned life.
Nicole Landis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My goal as your therapist is to help you reach your full potential. Life is not always easy, and I help to navigate my clients through a variety of stage of life issues and changes that may come their way. I come from a family systems perspective where my focus is always on the family unit as a whole. I work with families and individuals from a holistic approach to help them discover their strengths, behavior patterns, and healthy solutions. I use evidenced-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems theory to provide effective and professional treatment to my clients.
My goal as your therapist is to help you reach your full potential. Life is not always easy, and I help to navigate my clients through a variety of stage of life issues and changes that may come their way. I come from a family systems perspective where my focus is always on the family unit as a whole. I work with families and individuals from a holistic approach to help them discover their strengths, behavior patterns, and healthy solutions. I use evidenced-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems theory to provide effective and professional treatment to my clients.
I specialize in psychodynamic family systems therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and ecopsychology for addressing and understanding trauma, anxiety, and addictions.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. My name is Mariah Vlach (pronounced Vlock) and I assist individuals, couples, and families to be the catalyst for change and healing in their lives. Dysfunctional life experiences compromise the energetic system of the mind-body connection. These experiences can compartmentalize in the psyche and physical body, creating depression, shame, fear, anxiety, and suffering. Together, we will uncover your personal mythology to reveal a deeper understanding of your life experiences, the reasons behind why you feel stuck, and ignite your natural healing capacity to bring ease and reduce suffering.
I specialize in psychodynamic family systems therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and ecopsychology for addressing and understanding trauma, anxiety, and addictions.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. My name is Mariah Vlach (pronounced Vlock) and I assist individuals, couples, and families to be the catalyst for change and healing in their lives. Dysfunctional life experiences compromise the energetic system of the mind-body connection. These experiences can compartmentalize in the psyche and physical body, creating depression, shame, fear, anxiety, and suffering. Together, we will uncover your personal mythology to reveal a deeper understanding of your life experiences, the reasons behind why you feel stuck, and ignite your natural healing capacity to bring ease and reduce suffering.
I incorporate attachment theory to understand how your relationships shape your experiences, Internal Family Systems (IFS) to explore different parts of yourself, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to develop practical coping skills.
I currently have new client availability. Please go to the practice website for more detailed information about my offerings and the steps to becoming a client. I'm really looking forward to getting to know your story and working together with curiosity, reflection, and calmness. Our journey will be built on trust and mutual respect as we explore the skills and strategies that will help you regulate your nervous system. We'll create a unique toolkit just for you, aiming to empower you to walk your life’s path confidently and independently.
I incorporate attachment theory to understand how your relationships shape your experiences, Internal Family Systems (IFS) to explore different parts of yourself, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to develop practical coping skills.
I currently have new client availability. Please go to the practice website for more detailed information about my offerings and the steps to becoming a client. I'm really looking forward to getting to know your story and working together with curiosity, reflection, and calmness. Our journey will be built on trust and mutual respect as we explore the skills and strategies that will help you regulate your nervous system. We'll create a unique toolkit just for you, aiming to empower you to walk your life’s path confidently and independently.
Joy Eilythia
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
My masters in counseling is from Portland State University and I focused on sexuality, gender, relationship work and family systems.
Many of us have pre-verbal layers that come in as feelings of depression, restlessness and anxiety. Times of birth, death, relationship, and sexuality can usher in a greater understanding of these non-verbal aspects of ourselves. We will use a process of looking at the imagination, loose associations, and dream material to help integrate subconscious depths.
My masters in counseling is from Portland State University and I focused on sexuality, gender, relationship work and family systems.
Many of us have pre-verbal layers that come in as feelings of depression, restlessness and anxiety. Times of birth, death, relationship, and sexuality can usher in a greater understanding of these non-verbal aspects of ourselves. We will use a process of looking at the imagination, loose associations, and dream material to help integrate subconscious depths.
Natalie M Heidtmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, CADCI
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR and Brainspotting as evidenced based practices to assist clients in reprocessing trauma.
I work with couples who are experiencing interpersonal distress associated with negative cycles of communication and disconnection. I utilize Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy to help build insight into the attachment issues underlying each other's reactivity within the cycle. In addition, I address attachment trauma utilizing EMDR, Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems, helping to build understanding and compassion within the relationship.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR and Brainspotting as evidenced based practices to assist clients in reprocessing trauma.
I work with couples who are experiencing interpersonal distress associated with negative cycles of communication and disconnection. I utilize Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy to help build insight into the attachment issues underlying each other's reactivity within the cycle. In addition, I address attachment trauma utilizing EMDR, Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems, helping to build understanding and compassion within the relationship.
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I specialize in trauma recovery and use an attachment based approach, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems.
Are you ready to experience change in your life? Are you struggling in your relationships or feel like you could be more satisfied with life? Maybe past events or patterns of behavior are contributing to the issues you are experiencing? It's important to find a clinician that you can connect with, so you feel safe and confident in moving forward towards your goals. I would be honored to be a part of your journey towards healing and restoration.
I specialize in trauma recovery and use an attachment based approach, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems.
Are you ready to experience change in your life? Are you struggling in your relationships or feel like you could be more satisfied with life? Maybe past events or patterns of behavior are contributing to the issues you are experiencing? It's important to find a clinician that you can connect with, so you feel safe and confident in moving forward towards your goals. I would be honored to be a part of your journey towards healing and restoration.
McKenzie Storms
Professional Counselor Associate , MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
In my practice I utilize EMDR, IFS, DBT, CBT, and TF-CBT to support positive healing and change.
I am constantly humbled by the ways those I work with teach me and make me a better human, and I believe we all have within us the innate, resilient power to heal ourselves. You want your life to look different, but you may not know where to start or even what that means. I believe the therapeutic relationship thrives on genuine empathy and nonjudgment, which supports change. I enjoy working with people to improve their quality of life by healing trauma and challenging unhelpful patterns of behavior and thought, and have experience and interest in supporting individuals with trauma recovery and severe persistent mental illness.
In my practice I utilize EMDR, IFS, DBT, CBT, and TF-CBT to support positive healing and change.
I am constantly humbled by the ways those I work with teach me and make me a better human, and I believe we all have within us the innate, resilient power to heal ourselves. You want your life to look different, but you may not know where to start or even what that means. I believe the therapeutic relationship thrives on genuine empathy and nonjudgment, which supports change. I enjoy working with people to improve their quality of life by healing trauma and challenging unhelpful patterns of behavior and thought, and have experience and interest in supporting individuals with trauma recovery and severe persistent mental illness.
Kelly Winter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CTHP, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Some types of therapy I use are Transpersonal, IFS, Narrative, CBT-I and Intimacy from the Inside Out Couples Therapy.
You're in luck - Immediate Openings! Meet Kelly, a kickass therapist who’s also a bit magical. She specializes in Anxiety, Adult ADHD, Insomnia, Couples, Women's Issues, honoring your soul, pop culture references, swearing often, laughing at herself, and forever needing another cup of coffee. Ok, enough with the 3rd person: here's the good stuff - Whether its burn-out, a new ADHD diagnosis, aligning to your life path, or navigating life's curve balls (like divorce), you deserve to feel so much better than you do right now. I consider myself a visionary, who sees the best in you, and empowers real transformation.
Some types of therapy I use are Transpersonal, IFS, Narrative, CBT-I and Intimacy from the Inside Out Couples Therapy.
You're in luck - Immediate Openings! Meet Kelly, a kickass therapist who’s also a bit magical. She specializes in Anxiety, Adult ADHD, Insomnia, Couples, Women's Issues, honoring your soul, pop culture references, swearing often, laughing at herself, and forever needing another cup of coffee. Ok, enough with the 3rd person: here's the good stuff - Whether its burn-out, a new ADHD diagnosis, aligning to your life path, or navigating life's curve balls (like divorce), you deserve to feel so much better than you do right now. I consider myself a visionary, who sees the best in you, and empowers real transformation.
EMDR, Internal Family Systems therapy, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy are all extremely effective in pushing through barriers for major shifts.
Are you ready for big change? Sometimes we come to a point where we feel like we’ve hit a wall. Maybe you’ve been doing therapy for years, but you still feel like something needs to break through. Or maybe you feel like you know what you need to do in your head, but it's not clicking in your heart and body. If this feels like where you’re finding yourself, I can help. I work specifically with female-identified clients that identify with being highly-sensitive people. Being sensitive in this world can be tough. I want to help you find your power, connect to your intuition, and step into embracing yourself exactly as you are.
EMDR, Internal Family Systems therapy, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy are all extremely effective in pushing through barriers for major shifts.
Are you ready for big change? Sometimes we come to a point where we feel like we’ve hit a wall. Maybe you’ve been doing therapy for years, but you still feel like something needs to break through. Or maybe you feel like you know what you need to do in your head, but it's not clicking in your heart and body. If this feels like where you’re finding yourself, I can help. I work specifically with female-identified clients that identify with being highly-sensitive people. Being sensitive in this world can be tough. I want to help you find your power, connect to your intuition, and step into embracing yourself exactly as you are.
Madeline Warnick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCoun
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
I’m trained in a variety of depth-oriented, holistic approaches to help you get to the root of your problems, including Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Brainspotting, attachment theory, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
New Group - See below! Your inner critic can make you see yourself through a cruel funhouse mirror, where all you can see are the parts of you that you don’t like. You may have had past experiences - in relationships, your family, school, or society - that left you feeling like there's something wrong with you. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive” or “too much,” and now you tell yourself those things on repeat. You may struggle with listening to and trusting your feelings, intuition, or body, and you long for more confidence & self-trust. My clients are people who want to go deep (even if a part of them is also afraid to!).
I’m trained in a variety of depth-oriented, holistic approaches to help you get to the root of your problems, including Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Brainspotting, attachment theory, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
New Group - See below! Your inner critic can make you see yourself through a cruel funhouse mirror, where all you can see are the parts of you that you don’t like. You may have had past experiences - in relationships, your family, school, or society - that left you feeling like there's something wrong with you. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive” or “too much,” and now you tell yourself those things on repeat. You may struggle with listening to and trusting your feelings, intuition, or body, and you long for more confidence & self-trust. My clients are people who want to go deep (even if a part of them is also afraid to!).
I employ an eclectic approach with emphasis on; EMDR, IFS informed EMDR, attachment, Mindfulness,DBT,CBT.
The therapeutic relationship is a very important part of therapy. Often times clients explore their relational attachments, bonds and experiences through their relationship with their therapist. I aim to provide a safe and comfortable environment. I believe everyone can achieve an optimum state of health. Often times humans do not change until facing a crisis, or having suffered. Together we can help you to learn more about who you are and how you relate to the world around you and what may need to change. We all need to be comfortable with change as “the only thing that is constant is change” (philosopher Heraclitus)
I employ an eclectic approach with emphasis on; EMDR, IFS informed EMDR, attachment, Mindfulness,DBT,CBT.
The therapeutic relationship is a very important part of therapy. Often times clients explore their relational attachments, bonds and experiences through their relationship with their therapist. I aim to provide a safe and comfortable environment. I believe everyone can achieve an optimum state of health. Often times humans do not change until facing a crisis, or having suffered. Together we can help you to learn more about who you are and how you relate to the world around you and what may need to change. We all need to be comfortable with change as “the only thing that is constant is change” (philosopher Heraclitus)
While I primarily use IFS (Internal Family Systems) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) with my clients, I also incorporate yogic, polyvagal, and mindfulness perspectives.
Hi! I am a psychologist who recently moved to Bend from Portland. I have been in practice for 15 years and really enjoy working with both individuals and couples who want something more from life. I am a transformational healer who believes in the power each of us holds to shape our own futures. Exploration and resolution of old patterns and blocks, as well as focused intention setting are primary areas of focus in my practice. I believe everyone has the power to heal from past hurts and traumas to lead richer, more fulfilling lives.
While I primarily use IFS (Internal Family Systems) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) with my clients, I also incorporate yogic, polyvagal, and mindfulness perspectives.
Hi! I am a psychologist who recently moved to Bend from Portland. I have been in practice for 15 years and really enjoy working with both individuals and couples who want something more from life. I am a transformational healer who believes in the power each of us holds to shape our own futures. Exploration and resolution of old patterns and blocks, as well as focused intention setting are primary areas of focus in my practice. I believe everyone has the power to heal from past hurts and traumas to lead richer, more fulfilling lives.
I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and CBT in my practice, based on client preferences.
We all have sense for when we can benefit from more support in life. I offer compassionate and evidence-based therapy, collaborating with clients toward their goals. We will identify the goals you are working toward whether that is making transitions in life or cultivating more peace of mind.
I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and CBT in my practice, based on client preferences.
We all have sense for when we can benefit from more support in life. I offer compassionate and evidence-based therapy, collaborating with clients toward their goals. We will identify the goals you are working toward whether that is making transitions in life or cultivating more peace of mind.
I offer Telehealth and in person counseling sessions. I have 25 years of mental health and addiction experience working with children, teenagers, couples, adults, and families. I use a Family Systems approach to treatment including a variety of modalities with special focus on teaching the art of mindfulness called dialectical behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have successfully helped clients to resolve serious life problems, return to optimal functioning, meet personal and career goals, improve many intimate relationships, and to help persons to build new life skills necessary for self improvement.
I offer Telehealth and in person counseling sessions. I have 25 years of mental health and addiction experience working with children, teenagers, couples, adults, and families. I use a Family Systems approach to treatment including a variety of modalities with special focus on teaching the art of mindfulness called dialectical behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have successfully helped clients to resolve serious life problems, return to optimal functioning, meet personal and career goals, improve many intimate relationships, and to help persons to build new life skills necessary for self improvement.
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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.