What is Internal Family Systems (IFS)?
IFS isn't about 'fixing' you—it's about helping every part of you feel safe, seen, and supported. This powerful, evidence-based therapy can help you understand why you react the way you do, heal past wounds, and finally feel more grounded in your own skin.
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Understand the different "parts" of yourself
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Heal inner critics and wounded younger parts
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Access your calm, confident, compassionate "Self"
How IFS Supports Trauma Healing
If you've lived through childhood trauma, toxic relationships, or years of feeling like you're 'too much' or 'not enough,' you're not broken. Trauma simply wires your nervous system for survival. IFS helps you...
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​Heal from people-pleasing, perfectionism, and self-blame
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Feel safe in your body again
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Reduce dissociation and overwhelm
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Build self-compassion and confidence​
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Part Activation
Self-led Healing
Who is IFS for?
IFS may be a good fit if you...
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Struggle with anxiety or hypervigilance
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Feel disconnected or 'numb' (dissociation)
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Criticize yourself constantly
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Have difficulty setting boundaries
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Feel like different 'parts' of you are in conflict
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Want a gentle, non-pathologizing approach to therapy
What a Session Looks Like
Your sessions are a safe, judgment-free space. Here's what you can expect:
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1. Check-In: We'll talk about what's happening in your life right now.
2. Guided Exploration: I'll help you connect with any parts of yourself that feel activated or distressed.
3. Compassionate Healing: Together, we'll give those parts what they've always needed—understanding, compassion, and safety.
4. Integration: We'll help you leave sessions feeling calmer, more grounded, and more connected to your True Self.
Why Work With Me
I know what it's like to feel like you're just holding it together. IFS has been one of the most transformative tools for my clients—especially women healing from trauma. I bring not only my clinical training in IFS, EMDR, and CPT, but also a deep respect for your story. Together, we'll get to the roots of your pain and help you heal from the inside out.
IFS Therapy for Trauma FAQs
How long does IFS take to work? Every person's healing journey is unique, but many clients begin noticing a difference in how they relate to themselves within the first few sessions.
Is IFS right for me if I've tried other therapies? Yes. Many clients come to IFS after other approaches haven't felt quite right. Because IFS is non-pathologizing, it often helps people make progress where traditional talk therapy stalled.
Can I do Internal Family Systems online? Absolutely. IFS is highly effective through telehealth, allowing you to do deep healing work from the comfort and safety of your home.
