INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (IFS) THERAPY

White couch and plant in the CL Psychotherapy office

Meet All Parts of You—With Compassion

Have you ever felt like different “parts” of you want different things? One part wants to move forward, while another feels scared or stuck. Maybe a part of you is harsh and self-critical, while another just wants rest and relief. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a powerful and gentle way to make sense of these inner dynamics—and to heal from within.

IFS is a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach that views the mind as made up of many parts, each with its own perspective, emotions, and role. These parts are not flaws—they’re protective, adaptive, and often developed in response to pain or unmet needs.

At the core of IFS is the belief that you are not broken. Beneath all your parts is a deeper essence—your Self—which is calm, clear, compassionate, and capable of leading your inner system toward healing.

In IFS therapy, we work together to:

  • Understand and befriend the different parts of you (even the ones that feel difficult or confusing)

  • Unburden parts that are carrying pain, shame, fear, or trauma

  • Soften inner conflict and self-criticism

  • Cultivate more compassion, clarity, and connection within yourself

  • Reclaim access to your inner wisdom, strength, and wholeness

This work is deeply respectful and non-pathologizing. Rather than trying to fix you, we listen—gently and curiously—to what each part of you needs in order to feel safe, seen, and supported.

Growth doesn’t mean changing who you are. It means welcoming yourself home.

Reach out for a complimentary 20-minute telephone consultation

We’ll explore the reasons for seeking support and discuss any questions or concerns you may have.