Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Charlottesville, VA
Allison P O'Grady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy, specializing in trauma, anxiety, loss, and relationship distress. I collaborate with individuals and couples who experience fear, sadness, anger, and disconnection who seek a pathway to healing, greater emotional connection, and sense of well being. I utilize evidence-based therapies, including attachment-based, mindfulness, trauma-informed, and emotionally-focused approaches, including IFS, EMDR, and AEDP. My style is calm, non-judgmental, & interactive. I value the opportunity to partner with clients on their journey.
In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy, specializing in trauma, anxiety, loss, and relationship distress. I collaborate with individuals and couples who experience fear, sadness, anger, and disconnection who seek a pathway to healing, greater emotional connection, and sense of well being. I utilize evidence-based therapies, including attachment-based, mindfulness, trauma-informed, and emotionally-focused approaches, including IFS, EMDR, and AEDP. My style is calm, non-judgmental, & interactive. I value the opportunity to partner with clients on their journey.
Dr. Annelie Guterma
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, PhD, MSW, LMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22903
I specialize in Pre- and Perinatal Psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Psychotherapy, which allows us to address the deep mind-body connection and the impact of early life experiences on your current emotional state.
As a therapist, I help individuals, couples, parents, and families navigate the complexities of mental health, personal growth, and emotional well-being. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, blending empathy and expertise to provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can explore your challenges and work toward meaningful, lasting change. My practice focuses on developmental trauma, relationship challenges, chronic pain, anxiety, and existential inquiries. Whether you're facing emotional struggles or seeking personal growth, I offer guidance to foster resilience, insight, and empowerment.
I specialize in Pre- and Perinatal Psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Psychotherapy, which allows us to address the deep mind-body connection and the impact of early life experiences on your current emotional state.
As a therapist, I help individuals, couples, parents, and families navigate the complexities of mental health, personal growth, and emotional well-being. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, blending empathy and expertise to provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can explore your challenges and work toward meaningful, lasting change. My practice focuses on developmental trauma, relationship challenges, chronic pain, anxiety, and existential inquiries. Whether you're facing emotional struggles or seeking personal growth, I offer guidance to foster resilience, insight, and empowerment.
Kimberly P Bickford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Although I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), I work from a depth psychology perspective that draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Family Systems, as well as cognitive behavioral approaches like Dialectical Behavioral therapy all to create my eclectic approach based on a client’s needs and what resonates in the therapeutic relationship.
If you are trying to manage intrusive worries, sadness, or grief, it's possible your body and mind may be signaling a need for greater attention and care. Often this is our soul's way of asking for a deeper connection to ourselves and others. Reaching out for support requires courage and some willingness to be vulnerable. If you are ready, we will begin by developing a secure foundation based on identifying and honoring your strengths and resilience before exploring difficult topics. We will take an approach that includes a somatic awareness which invites you to notice what's rising inside your body, not just your mind.
Although I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), I work from a depth psychology perspective that draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Family Systems, as well as cognitive behavioral approaches like Dialectical Behavioral therapy all to create my eclectic approach based on a client’s needs and what resonates in the therapeutic relationship.
If you are trying to manage intrusive worries, sadness, or grief, it's possible your body and mind may be signaling a need for greater attention and care. Often this is our soul's way of asking for a deeper connection to ourselves and others. Reaching out for support requires courage and some willingness to be vulnerable. If you are ready, we will begin by developing a secure foundation based on identifying and honoring your strengths and resilience before exploring difficult topics. We will take an approach that includes a somatic awareness which invites you to notice what's rising inside your body, not just your mind.
I use a strength-based approach with an emphasis on psychodynamic attachment based, AEDP, Internal Family Systems and Mindfullness interventions.
Therapy is a great gift to yourself. The connection provided in a safe, therapeutic relationship is healing. I encourage self exploration to find and heal wounds that are blocking one's own self-love and connection to the authentic self that feels true and right. I provide a gentle, accepting presence to join you on your journey toward increased life satisfaction. I enjoy working with adults struggling with life transitions, anxiety, shame, depression, anger and grief or just feeling stuck.
I use a strength-based approach with an emphasis on psychodynamic attachment based, AEDP, Internal Family Systems and Mindfullness interventions.
Therapy is a great gift to yourself. The connection provided in a safe, therapeutic relationship is healing. I encourage self exploration to find and heal wounds that are blocking one's own self-love and connection to the authentic self that feels true and right. I provide a gentle, accepting presence to join you on your journey toward increased life satisfaction. I enjoy working with adults struggling with life transitions, anxiety, shame, depression, anger and grief or just feeling stuck.
Riley Koren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMT
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
I view individuals within the context of their family systems and within the larger context of their various cultural groups and identities.
Through 15 years of work as a massage therapist, I have seen a variety of ways in which emotional trauma lodges itself in the physical body. I feel passionate about supporting people through exploration of this potent mind-body-spirit system toward healing and resolution.
I view individuals within the context of their family systems and within the larger context of their various cultural groups and identities.
Through 15 years of work as a massage therapist, I have seen a variety of ways in which emotional trauma lodges itself in the physical body. I feel passionate about supporting people through exploration of this potent mind-body-spirit system toward healing and resolution.
Randy J Nolt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22911
As a clinician, I draw upon modalities based in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment Theory, EMDR, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) to help those I work with achieve their goals.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are looking for help around challenges with ADHD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, behavioral difficulties, and those that are twice exceptional. I view my role as helping individuals discover their capabilities and strengths to overcome life challenges. Many times, this means helping them identify new coping strategies, ways to communicate with others, and an overall healthier way of living.
As a clinician, I draw upon modalities based in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment Theory, EMDR, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) to help those I work with achieve their goals.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are looking for help around challenges with ADHD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, behavioral difficulties, and those that are twice exceptional. I view my role as helping individuals discover their capabilities and strengths to overcome life challenges. Many times, this means helping them identify new coping strategies, ways to communicate with others, and an overall healthier way of living.
I specialize in working with older children, young adults, parents, and families who are going through transition or times of upheaval, or who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, stress management issues, parenting, and relationships. I draw from CBT, psychodynamic, somatic psychotherapy, polyvagal therapy, and IFS treatment modalities.
I specialize in working with older children, young adults, parents, and families who are going through transition or times of upheaval, or who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, stress management issues, parenting, and relationships. I draw from CBT, psychodynamic, somatic psychotherapy, polyvagal therapy, and IFS treatment modalities.
Angela Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Waitlist for new clients
I typically blend EMDR with experiential, somatic, IFS/Parts Work and mindfulness techniques to not only provide you with practical tools to cope with the issues you are experiencing day-to-day, but allow you to fully heal old wounds and to live in the present moment.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I am passionate about helping my clients shed their burdens and feel more empowered in their lives. I believe each of us has innate healing powers that can become overcome by trauma, leaving us feeling stuck, frozen, or in states of panic. EMDR is a research-based approach that can be combined with other methods to allow old "stuck" memories to become processed, thereby relieving you of unwanted negative thoughts and feelings. I have been honored to witness my clients experience profound transformations using EMDR, and I am excited to now offer EMDR Intensives!
I typically blend EMDR with experiential, somatic, IFS/Parts Work and mindfulness techniques to not only provide you with practical tools to cope with the issues you are experiencing day-to-day, but allow you to fully heal old wounds and to live in the present moment.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I am passionate about helping my clients shed their burdens and feel more empowered in their lives. I believe each of us has innate healing powers that can become overcome by trauma, leaving us feeling stuck, frozen, or in states of panic. EMDR is a research-based approach that can be combined with other methods to allow old "stuck" memories to become processed, thereby relieving you of unwanted negative thoughts and feelings. I have been honored to witness my clients experience profound transformations using EMDR, and I am excited to now offer EMDR Intensives!
I use principles from psychodynamic and Internal Family Systems approaches in working with clients.
NOW accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years experience working with a variety of individuals in the Charlottesville area. My approach is to work with a client and their internal world, their thoughts and feelings, and help to resolve internal and external conflicts. We all at times can get stuck in patterns of behavior or relationships that we want to make better, and with an insight-oriented approach I work to help individuals make that happen.
I use principles from psychodynamic and Internal Family Systems approaches in working with clients.
NOW accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years experience working with a variety of individuals in the Charlottesville area. My approach is to work with a client and their internal world, their thoughts and feelings, and help to resolve internal and external conflicts. We all at times can get stuck in patterns of behavior or relationships that we want to make better, and with an insight-oriented approach I work to help individuals make that happen.
My approach includes Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, IFS, and brain science therapies to include neurofeedback.
If you are experiencing intense anxiety, relationship issues, depression, and/or just feeling stuck, change is possible. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist opens pathways to healing and clients can discover the truth of their own inner strength and resources. I would like to help you on your journey to explore, learn, and encourage movement towards greater self-awareness, deeper peace, and achieve more meaning and joy from relationships. To achieve these goals, I believe that a customized approach in therapy is most effective in helping people make positive changes in their lives.
My approach includes Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, IFS, and brain science therapies to include neurofeedback.
If you are experiencing intense anxiety, relationship issues, depression, and/or just feeling stuck, change is possible. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist opens pathways to healing and clients can discover the truth of their own inner strength and resources. I would like to help you on your journey to explore, learn, and encourage movement towards greater self-awareness, deeper peace, and achieve more meaning and joy from relationships. To achieve these goals, I believe that a customized approach in therapy is most effective in helping people make positive changes in their lives.
Julie M Albert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22906 (Online Only)
We develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs, drawing primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, EMDR interventions.
Feeling overwhelmed, difficulty making decisions? Sadness or anxiety ruling your life? Relationship struggles - with your partner or family? Traumatic memories keeping you stuck? Separation, divorce or even retirement challenging you to find the 'new normal?' Loss or grief causing a hole in your heart? Sometimes everything we know just isn't enough - perhaps psychotherapy can help. Learn new skills, insights and perceptions; navigate through the angst while strengthening your inner resilience.
We develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs, drawing primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, EMDR interventions.
Feeling overwhelmed, difficulty making decisions? Sadness or anxiety ruling your life? Relationship struggles - with your partner or family? Traumatic memories keeping you stuck? Separation, divorce or even retirement challenging you to find the 'new normal?' Loss or grief causing a hole in your heart? Sometimes everything we know just isn't enough - perhaps psychotherapy can help. Learn new skills, insights and perceptions; navigate through the angst while strengthening your inner resilience.
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Frances Winfrey Greenstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
I have trained in Family Systems.
Seeking support to deal with life's challenges or to work on improving your quality of life is a real sign of strength and courage! Sometimes the work is to get through a particular challenge. An even greater shift occurs when you can gain more awareness of and reduce limiting/ hurtful internal messages. This comes as you are grounding in and strengthening access to your core /wise voice. I am here to support this process, while we move at your pace and aim to support you reaching your goals.
I have trained in Family Systems.
Seeking support to deal with life's challenges or to work on improving your quality of life is a real sign of strength and courage! Sometimes the work is to get through a particular challenge. An even greater shift occurs when you can gain more awareness of and reduce limiting/ hurtful internal messages. This comes as you are grounding in and strengthening access to your core /wise voice. I am here to support this process, while we move at your pace and aim to support you reaching your goals.
Ingrid Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Online Only)
My practice is dedicated to supporting women in their strength and resilience to heal from abuse and trauma, and to learn to cope with life changes and developmental stressors. Healing from trauma allows us to be more present to enjoy life, relate better with our loved ones, and move forward to achieve our full potential. In addition, in my practice I work with first and second generation immigrants. For the last 17 years I have provided bilingual services in English and Spanish. I am trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and Family Systems.
My practice is dedicated to supporting women in their strength and resilience to heal from abuse and trauma, and to learn to cope with life changes and developmental stressors. Healing from trauma allows us to be more present to enjoy life, relate better with our loved ones, and move forward to achieve our full potential. In addition, in my practice I work with first and second generation immigrants. For the last 17 years I have provided bilingual services in English and Spanish. I am trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and Family Systems.
Aisha Hayat
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about supporting people with trauma histories, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relational concerns, and also those who are sitting with grief and loss. People may often feel frozen, isolated, or as if they have lost a vital connection with themselves as they face these hardships. My hope is that therapy can provide a compassionate container where people can safely tend to and reconnect with themselves as they move forward. To facilitate this work, I often utilize mindfulness, AEDP, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR.
I am passionate about supporting people with trauma histories, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relational concerns, and also those who are sitting with grief and loss. People may often feel frozen, isolated, or as if they have lost a vital connection with themselves as they face these hardships. My hope is that therapy can provide a compassionate container where people can safely tend to and reconnect with themselves as they move forward. To facilitate this work, I often utilize mindfulness, AEDP, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR.
Kara Castle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22901 (Online Only)
As you seek to strengthen your relationship to yourself and step further into the life you desire, I am here to provide witness and tools to aid you in aligning with your inherent wisdom. I have a collaborative, warm, and flexible style as I journey with participants through times of stuckness, grief and healing from trauma. I facilitate psychodynamic therapy with mindfulness, somatic experiencing strategies, the internal family systems model, and nature connection. My hope is that you may experience emotional integration and self-trust so that by initiating meaningful changes, you may feel your aliveness.
As you seek to strengthen your relationship to yourself and step further into the life you desire, I am here to provide witness and tools to aid you in aligning with your inherent wisdom. I have a collaborative, warm, and flexible style as I journey with participants through times of stuckness, grief and healing from trauma. I facilitate psychodynamic therapy with mindfulness, somatic experiencing strategies, the internal family systems model, and nature connection. My hope is that you may experience emotional integration and self-trust so that by initiating meaningful changes, you may feel your aliveness.
I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems and trauma informed Mindfulness to support you in re-igniting vital life forces found in Nature such as curiosity, reciprocity, belonging and trust.
Do you long to spend more time outdoors? Do you feel more in touch with yourself or have a renewed sense of vitality after time in the natural world? Have you struggled to access your emotions or share them in traditional talk therapy? Could you imagine inviting in the gentle breeze or sturdy sycamore tree into your therapy session? On our first ecotherapy session, I’ll invite you to to consider our time outdoors as time building a relationship with nature, similar as you might with a new friend. Instead of the four walls of a waiting room, we will meet at the trailhead and begin exploring the goals and aspirations you have.
I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems and trauma informed Mindfulness to support you in re-igniting vital life forces found in Nature such as curiosity, reciprocity, belonging and trust.
Do you long to spend more time outdoors? Do you feel more in touch with yourself or have a renewed sense of vitality after time in the natural world? Have you struggled to access your emotions or share them in traditional talk therapy? Could you imagine inviting in the gentle breeze or sturdy sycamore tree into your therapy session? On our first ecotherapy session, I’ll invite you to to consider our time outdoors as time building a relationship with nature, similar as you might with a new friend. Instead of the four walls of a waiting room, we will meet at the trailhead and begin exploring the goals and aspirations you have.
Brittany Sullivan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Hello! I am a Resident in Counseling under the supervision of Kathleen Van Allen, LPC dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families seeking support for a wide range of mental health concerns. With training in EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment therapy, I bring a holistic and integrative approach to our work together. My goal is to empower you to understand your inner world, heal from past wounds, and build stronger, healthier connections with yourself and others. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
Hello! I am a Resident in Counseling under the supervision of Kathleen Van Allen, LPC dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families seeking support for a wide range of mental health concerns. With training in EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment therapy, I bring a holistic and integrative approach to our work together. My goal is to empower you to understand your inner world, heal from past wounds, and build stronger, healthier connections with yourself and others. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
I employ EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness and Nature-based interventions to help my clients learn to attune to their bodies, and cultivate greater self-awareness, well-being, and self-compassion.
I come alive partnering with the courageous ones who seek guidance looking at the tender, deep places in their lives. My therapeutic practice is grounded in the assumption that we are all doing the best we can as we tend to the joys and struggles of life. I practice from a trauma-informed perspective, and will work with you to create an emotionally safe space that honors all parts of you as we examine past coping strategies that may not be serving you well in this moment, and ultimately allow movement toward healing and transformation. I am committed to approaching my work through a justice-focused, anti-oppression lens.
I employ EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness and Nature-based interventions to help my clients learn to attune to their bodies, and cultivate greater self-awareness, well-being, and self-compassion.
I come alive partnering with the courageous ones who seek guidance looking at the tender, deep places in their lives. My therapeutic practice is grounded in the assumption that we are all doing the best we can as we tend to the joys and struggles of life. I practice from a trauma-informed perspective, and will work with you to create an emotionally safe space that honors all parts of you as we examine past coping strategies that may not be serving you well in this moment, and ultimately allow movement toward healing and transformation. I am committed to approaching my work through a justice-focused, anti-oppression lens.
Shannon McNett Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
A mindful, strenghts-based perspective will be a foundation for our work, with models such a Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy being utilized.
We all experience times of feeling disconnected from family, friends, or coworkers. When this human experience is prolonged or frequent it may lead to unskillfull coping and greater suffering. I BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF CONNECTION WITH OTHERS AND I KNOW THIS PROCESS MUST START WITH CONNECTING TO OURSELVES. With over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health and wellness, I have supported countless people on their journey to a more full and authentic life. My clients range from teenagers to older adults who seek support with relationships, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
A mindful, strenghts-based perspective will be a foundation for our work, with models such a Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy being utilized.
We all experience times of feeling disconnected from family, friends, or coworkers. When this human experience is prolonged or frequent it may lead to unskillfull coping and greater suffering. I BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF CONNECTION WITH OTHERS AND I KNOW THIS PROCESS MUST START WITH CONNECTING TO OURSELVES. With over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health and wellness, I have supported countless people on their journey to a more full and authentic life. My clients range from teenagers to older adults who seek support with relationships, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
I am EMDR trained and also use IFS/parts work, DBT, and an attachment-based framework.
Hi, I’m Rachel. I believe that everyone has the capacity for healing. My goal as a therapist is to help you find safety and stability within yourself and in the world around you. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental approach to support adults and college-aged adults, teens, and children in managing life and relationship stress, anxiety, depression, school issues, and trauma. My work with clients often includes exploring how present challenges are connected to our past experiences.
I am EMDR trained and also use IFS/parts work, DBT, and an attachment-based framework.
Hi, I’m Rachel. I believe that everyone has the capacity for healing. My goal as a therapist is to help you find safety and stability within yourself and in the world around you. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental approach to support adults and college-aged adults, teens, and children in managing life and relationship stress, anxiety, depression, school issues, and trauma. My work with clients often includes exploring how present challenges are connected to our past experiences.
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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.