Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy (also known as parts work) is a transformative, evidence-based psychotherapy that helps people heal by accessing and loving their protective and wounded inner parts. If you’re struggling with complex emotions, overwhelming thoughts, or difficult relationships, IFS Therapy might be the right approach for you.
How Can Internal Family Systems Therapy Help You:
IFS Therapy can address various emotional and psychological challenges, including:
- Managing overwhelming emotions and thoughts
- Healing from past traumas and emotional wounds
- Improving relationships with yourself and others
- Reducing feelings of shame, guilt, and self-criticism
- Enhancing self-compassion and inner harmony
- Building resilience and self-confidence
Our compassionate IFS and parts work therapists are here to guide you on your journey to self-discovery and healing through the IFS Therapy model.
What Is Internal Family Systems Therapy?
The Internal Family Systems (IFS) model is a unique approach that views the mind as composed of multiple parts, each with its own perspective and feelings. These parts can be protective, exiled, or wounded. The goal of IFS therapy is to help these parts work together, guided by your true Self, towards healing and wholeness.
How Does IFS Therapy Work?
During IFS Therapy sessions, you will:
- Identify and connect with different parts of yourself
- Understand the roles and functions of these parts
- Develop a compassionate relationship with each part
- Heal past traumas and wounds affecting your parts
- Integrate these parts into a cohesive and balanced Self
Common Issues Addressed by IFS Therapy
IFS Therapy can be effective in treating a variety of issues, including:
- Anxiety and depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship difficulties
- Low self-esteem
- Addiction and dependency issues
- Chronic stress and burnout
Is IFS Therapy Right For You?
Engaging in IFS Therapy can provide numerous benefits, such as:
- Gain insight into the complexities of your inner landscape, fostering a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.
- Learn to manage intense emotions by recognizing and understanding different internal parts.
- Create a safe space to explore trauma and its impact, facilitating healing and resolution.
- Develop healthier relationships with self and others through compassion and empathy.
- Access core Self to feel empowered in navigating life’s challenges.
- Experience deep and enduring shifts in perspectives and behaviors over time.
Are you ready to start your journey towards inner harmony? Our experienced IFS and parts work therapists are here to support you every step of the way.
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Meet Our Experienced IFS Therapists
The therapists below all specialize in Internal Family Systems Therapy. Click on one to learn more about them and their experience.
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FAQs About Internal Family Systems Therapy
What is the role of the 'Self' in IFS Therapy?
The self is the leading piece of our “parts” and it helps the pieces to orchestrate and heal. It helps to mediate and to provide empathy through struggle. People often describe the “self” as being the piece that provides guidance to the whole system to better create harmony.
How long does it take to see results with IFS Therapy?
It varies by individual and what’s happened. Typically people do longer term deeper work with IFS and it’s often over a year but that doesn’t mean it can’t be done more rapidly if the client and therapist are both deeply invested in the work and well trained to do the work.
Can IFS Therapy help with trauma?
IFS is often used as a part of trauma resolution. Sometimes it is used with other forms of therapy like EMDR or Somatic Experiencing, but helps to give structure to an individual’s experience of life and a new framework and conceptualization for moving through it.
Where We’re Located
Our Just Mind Counseling has two physical locations in Austin, TX:
If you’re unable to attend sessions in person, we also offer Telehealth and Online Therapy appointments for IFS.
Learn More About the Internal Family Systems Model
Below are some additional resources on Internal Family Systems Therapy that may be helpful to you in your quest to learn more for yourself or those you love.
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