Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Portsmith, Portland, OR
Stephen Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
What I offer you: Companionship through a hard time, Social/emotional skills, Insights that can help change thoughts and feelings. How do I do this? With online counseling/psychotherapy: Actively listening to you, Reviewing events in your life, Helping you learn new ways to address situations. Techniques I use: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - mindfully acting from values, Internal Family Systems - harmonious, non-judgmental internal conversations, Narrative Therapy - changing your stories in order to move forward, Trauma Informed Therapy - changing the relationship with your traumas.
What I offer you: Companionship through a hard time, Social/emotional skills, Insights that can help change thoughts and feelings. How do I do this? With online counseling/psychotherapy: Actively listening to you, Reviewing events in your life, Helping you learn new ways to address situations. Techniques I use: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - mindfully acting from values, Internal Family Systems - harmonious, non-judgmental internal conversations, Narrative Therapy - changing your stories in order to move forward, Trauma Informed Therapy - changing the relationship with your traumas.
Kathleen Converse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
I am trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems informed.
Hi! I’m Kathleen Converse, LCSW (she/her). Are you struggling with anxiety or healing from past trauma? Do you feel like there are problems from your past affecting your current relationships? If so, I'd love to connect and see if we could be a good fit. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.
I am trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems informed.
Hi! I’m Kathleen Converse, LCSW (she/her). Are you struggling with anxiety or healing from past trauma? Do you feel like there are problems from your past affecting your current relationships? If so, I'd love to connect and see if we could be a good fit. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.
Somen Maiti
Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
Everyone has unique and individual mental health needs and I enjoy taking on a collaborative approach to help clients work through their therapy goals in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Polyvagal-Informed Therapy to help my clients restructure their erroneous beliefs and encourage cognitive flexibility and mindfulness. I welcome clients from all walks and stages of life and believe my clients are experts on themselves, offering invaluable insight into how they'd like to approach their needs and goals.
Everyone has unique and individual mental health needs and I enjoy taking on a collaborative approach to help clients work through their therapy goals in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Polyvagal-Informed Therapy to help my clients restructure their erroneous beliefs and encourage cognitive flexibility and mindfulness. I welcome clients from all walks and stages of life and believe my clients are experts on themselves, offering invaluable insight into how they'd like to approach their needs and goals.
Anna Sharpe
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I also have been trained in and utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
I’m a licensed counselor with 16 years of experience helping people with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family issues, relationship problems and general life challenges. My therapy style is warm, accepting and respectful. I honor each client’s right and ability to make their own choices and decisions, and see my role as a helper and guide. I see clients in Washington state and Oregon and work exclusively over telehealth. I'm not current accepting new clients but I do have a waitlist.
I also have been trained in and utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
I’m a licensed counselor with 16 years of experience helping people with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family issues, relationship problems and general life challenges. My therapy style is warm, accepting and respectful. I honor each client’s right and ability to make their own choices and decisions, and see my role as a helper and guide. I see clients in Washington state and Oregon and work exclusively over telehealth. I'm not current accepting new clients but I do have a waitlist.
Robin Arnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
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.
Jessie Weisstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
I am EMDR trained, Internal Family Systems informed and believe strongly in the power of relationships to both form who we are and to heal.
My clinical practice is trauma informed and person centered. I enjoy working with people who are navigating difficulties related to major life transitions, sexual and gender identity development, conflicts within their family of origin, relationship issues and surviving and healing from trauma. I also value and strive to work effectively across cultural, ethnic and racial identities.
I am EMDR trained, Internal Family Systems informed and believe strongly in the power of relationships to both form who we are and to heal.
My clinical practice is trauma informed and person centered. I enjoy working with people who are navigating difficulties related to major life transitions, sexual and gender identity development, conflicts within their family of origin, relationship issues and surviving and healing from trauma. I also value and strive to work effectively across cultural, ethnic and racial identities.
Nateesh Noakes
Professional Counselor Associate , MS, CRC, PCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97217 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is committed to the counseling process and willing to show up and do the work. My hope for you is that with support, empathy and compassion, you feel heard, empowered, find the ability to heal and to overcome barriers in changing behaviors.
My ideal client is someone who is committed to the counseling process and willing to show up and do the work. My hope for you is that with support, empathy and compassion, you feel heard, empowered, find the ability to heal and to overcome barriers in changing behaviors.
Grace Manger
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
My name is Grace, and I am a white queer woman who works with teens and adults to support them in learning about themselves and healing from past trauma. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA folks and anyone exploring their identity; as well as people of color, disabled/chronically ill folks, and others who face intersecting forms of oppression. My practice is rooted in social justice and anti-racism, and a belief that systemic oppression directly affects our mental health. In our work together, we’ll explore the ways in which systems of power and societal expectations interfere with our right to authenticity and wholeness.
My name is Grace, and I am a white queer woman who works with teens and adults to support them in learning about themselves and healing from past trauma. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA folks and anyone exploring their identity; as well as people of color, disabled/chronically ill folks, and others who face intersecting forms of oppression. My practice is rooted in social justice and anti-racism, and a belief that systemic oppression directly affects our mental health. In our work together, we’ll explore the ways in which systems of power and societal expectations interfere with our right to authenticity and wholeness.
Susan Yoon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
I really am a child at heart. I see individuals as part of a larger system, via family, community and culture. I believe that the therapeutic alliance I make with my clients is really the heart of therapy and I have seen positive outcomes for my clients when they live confident, happy and healthy lives. Much of my practice focuses on empowering women of all ages to be the best version of themselves. Overall I strive to be the kindest human I can be as I firmly believe that it is the act of true kindness to ourselves and others that allows us the ability to thrive.
I really am a child at heart. I see individuals as part of a larger system, via family, community and culture. I believe that the therapeutic alliance I make with my clients is really the heart of therapy and I have seen positive outcomes for my clients when they live confident, happy and healthy lives. Much of my practice focuses on empowering women of all ages to be the best version of themselves. Overall I strive to be the kindest human I can be as I firmly believe that it is the act of true kindness to ourselves and others that allows us the ability to thrive.
Thomas Fuller, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, (Ca)
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
You may have worked your issues for a few years, or 10 or more: you’ve started to heal the childhood trauma and you’re experiencing a pretty good sense of stability in your life. But you’re ready for another round of work. Some things are pulling at you or prodding you and you’d like to get some guidance in taking the next step towards waking up in your deeper parts. Perhaps you’d like support in stepping out of the culture of blame that is so rampant right now. Maybe you’d like some help in bringing more kindness and generosity into your relationships and the world. You are wanting to be doing more of what you took birth to do.
You may have worked your issues for a few years, or 10 or more: you’ve started to heal the childhood trauma and you’re experiencing a pretty good sense of stability in your life. But you’re ready for another round of work. Some things are pulling at you or prodding you and you’d like to get some guidance in taking the next step towards waking up in your deeper parts. Perhaps you’d like support in stepping out of the culture of blame that is so rampant right now. Maybe you’d like some help in bringing more kindness and generosity into your relationships and the world. You are wanting to be doing more of what you took birth to do.
I am actively accepting new clients. If you are seeking help with trauma, an eating disorder, struggles with food, your body, or anything in between, there are options other than what we have been taught. Our culture and our world often create an environment for people that encourages self denial. A wide variety of traumas often leave people with chronic feelings of fear, trouble with sleep, relationship distress, and dependence on something that might harm them.
I am actively accepting new clients. If you are seeking help with trauma, an eating disorder, struggles with food, your body, or anything in between, there are options other than what we have been taught. Our culture and our world often create an environment for people that encourages self denial. A wide variety of traumas often leave people with chronic feelings of fear, trouble with sleep, relationship distress, and dependence on something that might harm them.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
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Caitlin Truitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
Waitlist for new clients
Experiencing trauma, loss, or upheaval is destabilizing and isolating. It can erode the relationships we value the most while making us call into question our sense of identity. Even if we avoid consciously thinking about it, the imprint of our past can wreak havoc on our physical health, our nervous system, and our present experience. The healing process asks us tune into our intuition and our bodies so that we can notice which parts of ourselves most need our attention and care. I can offer tools and support for those seeking to regain a sense of safety and connection with themselves, others, and the world around them.
Experiencing trauma, loss, or upheaval is destabilizing and isolating. It can erode the relationships we value the most while making us call into question our sense of identity. Even if we avoid consciously thinking about it, the imprint of our past can wreak havoc on our physical health, our nervous system, and our present experience. The healing process asks us tune into our intuition and our bodies so that we can notice which parts of ourselves most need our attention and care. I can offer tools and support for those seeking to regain a sense of safety and connection with themselves, others, and the world around them.
Sarah Schneider
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-a
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is curious about themselves and the relationships they cultivate. They notice some patterns or triggers in their lives but they aren't sure where they stem from or how to work with them. Perhaps they have been to therapy before and are looking for a more relational approach with deeper insights.
My ideal client is someone who is curious about themselves and the relationships they cultivate. They notice some patterns or triggers in their lives but they aren't sure where they stem from or how to work with them. Perhaps they have been to therapy before and are looking for a more relational approach with deeper insights.
Kathryn (Katie) Bender
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, 6811, CDMDTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
New Telehealth Clients in ID or OR - At the heart of my therapy practice is the belief that each individual has their own unique way of communicating and expressing themselves. Whether you communicate through your words, creativity, or a combination of both, my approach is centered around fostering a trusting, compassionate, and unconditionally accepting environment. By meeting you where you thrive, I aim to create a space where you can feel seen and heard. My therapy methodology is built on the foundation of authentic human connection, judgment-free creative expression, and learning to love and accept all parts of yourself.
New Telehealth Clients in ID or OR - At the heart of my therapy practice is the belief that each individual has their own unique way of communicating and expressing themselves. Whether you communicate through your words, creativity, or a combination of both, my approach is centered around fostering a trusting, compassionate, and unconditionally accepting environment. By meeting you where you thrive, I aim to create a space where you can feel seen and heard. My therapy methodology is built on the foundation of authentic human connection, judgment-free creative expression, and learning to love and accept all parts of yourself.
Julio Iñiguez: Addictions And Relationship Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CGACII
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
Life can leave you feeling lonely, anxious, and depressed. But you don’t need to stay there. I invite you to inquire within. It's time to reconnect with the wisdom within you. Your body carries information that you haven't tapped into or perhaps don't yet have access to. I'm here to help you realize that the answers are already there. We might just need to shine some light on the shadows (things that have been to hard to look at). Acknowledging and integrating those parts that have been ignored or tucked away can lead to more authentic ways of showing up in your relationships with yourself, with others, and with the planet.
Life can leave you feeling lonely, anxious, and depressed. But you don’t need to stay there. I invite you to inquire within. It's time to reconnect with the wisdom within you. Your body carries information that you haven't tapped into or perhaps don't yet have access to. I'm here to help you realize that the answers are already there. We might just need to shine some light on the shadows (things that have been to hard to look at). Acknowledging and integrating those parts that have been ignored or tucked away can lead to more authentic ways of showing up in your relationships with yourself, with others, and with the planet.
Curtis A White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
We all have experiences of feeling stagnant, imbalanced or disconnected and the path forward can be paved with unsettling uncertainty as you venture into new directions. This can feel like a difficult and isolating journey; yet It is in those instances where we are our most creative and resilient selves. We often underestimate our own strengths and magnify our fears and anxiety, forcing ourselves to limit choices in life and closing ourselves off to change. When we gain new insight into ourselves and how we connect to the world, we can find new ways to find the next step towards a more authentic life and connection to loved ones.
We all have experiences of feeling stagnant, imbalanced or disconnected and the path forward can be paved with unsettling uncertainty as you venture into new directions. This can feel like a difficult and isolating journey; yet It is in those instances where we are our most creative and resilient selves. We often underestimate our own strengths and magnify our fears and anxiety, forcing ourselves to limit choices in life and closing ourselves off to change. When we gain new insight into ourselves and how we connect to the world, we can find new ways to find the next step towards a more authentic life and connection to loved ones.
Forrest Merrill
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
Not accepting new clients
To help with this I integrate many therapy approaches, including Psychodynamic, Emotion Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Multicultural approaches, and Attachment and Systems Theories.
***NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I work with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds. Using a collaborative, relational approach I help you with your struggles with anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, multicultural identity concerns, and life transitions. The foundation of my approach focuses on developing a shared understanding of your current struggles and how personal, relational, familial, and cultural experiences help shape your unique life circumstances. While doing this I help you expand and enrich your ability to cope so that you may be more empowered to generate change in your life.
To help with this I integrate many therapy approaches, including Psychodynamic, Emotion Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Multicultural approaches, and Attachment and Systems Theories.
***NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I work with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds. Using a collaborative, relational approach I help you with your struggles with anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, multicultural identity concerns, and life transitions. The foundation of my approach focuses on developing a shared understanding of your current struggles and how personal, relational, familial, and cultural experiences help shape your unique life circumstances. While doing this I help you expand and enrich your ability to cope so that you may be more empowered to generate change in your life.
Kyla Cadieux, LCSW Portland Cognitive Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmith, Portland, OR 97203
Not accepting new clients
I use a variety of interventions; CBT, DBT, IFS, Solution Focused, and others.
I believe therapy should be a collaborative and creative process that evokes thoughtful reflection and brings out the resilience in you. Resilience is accepting a new reality, even if not ideal. It is my belief that no matter what life hands you, internal resiliency is your birth right and can help you find and restore balance. Even though innate abilities differ among people, a sense of mastery can be cultivated. My therapeutic approach is to help clients restore their sense of confidence and safety in themselves and in the world.
I use a variety of interventions; CBT, DBT, IFS, Solution Focused, and others.
I believe therapy should be a collaborative and creative process that evokes thoughtful reflection and brings out the resilience in you. Resilience is accepting a new reality, even if not ideal. It is my belief that no matter what life hands you, internal resiliency is your birth right and can help you find and restore balance. Even though innate abilities differ among people, a sense of mastery can be cultivated. My therapeutic approach is to help clients restore their sense of confidence and safety in themselves and in the world.
Therapy is helpful! Deciding to engage in therapy may not be an easy decision; I assure that you will be met with warmth, compassion and respect. I incorporate a mindfulness approach to treatment and utilize acceptance and change strategies to help you reach your goals. My approach is collaborative, welcoming and non-judgmental. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the field since 2007. I have experience working in varied settings including community mental health center's, hospital/ER settings, Portland DBT Institute, Inc and private practice.
Therapy is helpful! Deciding to engage in therapy may not be an easy decision; I assure that you will be met with warmth, compassion and respect. I incorporate a mindfulness approach to treatment and utilize acceptance and change strategies to help you reach your goals. My approach is collaborative, welcoming and non-judgmental. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the field since 2007. I have experience working in varied settings including community mental health center's, hospital/ER settings, Portland DBT Institute, Inc and private practice.
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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.