Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Fairfield, NSW

Hermann Ho Tin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Fairfield, NSW 2165
At Veritas Mind Psychology, therapy is tailored to your personal journey. I take a flexible, client-centered approach, working with your life stories to foster insight, resilience, and growth. I have a strong passion for supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and proudly provide services to NDIS participants. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, delivering targeted support across key areas including Anxiety treatment, ADHD management, OCD therapy, and trauma recovery.
At Veritas Mind Psychology, therapy is tailored to your personal journey. I take a flexible, client-centered approach, working with your life stories to foster insight, resilience, and growth. I have a strong passion for supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and proudly provide services to NDIS participants. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, delivering targeted support across key areas including Anxiety treatment, ADHD management, OCD therapy, and trauma recovery.
(02) 4210 5826 View (02) 4210 5826
FamilyTreehouse
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
In our work together, I draw on family systems and trauma-informed therapies to help you navigate life's challenges.
Helping families, couples, and individuals break cycles of conflict and reconnect through trauma-informed, whole-system care. I'm Georgette Melki, a qualified social worker and family therapist, and I’m here to help you find your way back to balance. Ready to take the first step? Call or email today for a free 15-minute consultation. We'll discuss what you're looking for and see if we're the right fit.
In our work together, I draw on family systems and trauma-informed therapies to help you navigate life's challenges.
Helping families, couples, and individuals break cycles of conflict and reconnect through trauma-informed, whole-system care. I'm Georgette Melki, a qualified social worker and family therapist, and I’m here to help you find your way back to balance. Ready to take the first step? Call or email today for a free 15-minute consultation. We'll discuss what you're looking for and see if we're the right fit.
(02) 8609 3888 View (02) 8609 3888
Song Nguyen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Song is a Sydney based Clinical Psychologist that sees clients from all over Australia through telehealth. She has experience working with a range of clients from different backgrounds as well as varying mental health severities and presentations. Song sees clients presenting with difficulties including but not limited to Trauma (PTSD and Complex Trauma), Somatic Disorders, Chronic Health Issues, Anxiety, Stress and Mood Disorders.
Song is a Sydney based Clinical Psychologist that sees clients from all over Australia through telehealth. She has experience working with a range of clients from different backgrounds as well as varying mental health severities and presentations. Song sees clients presenting with difficulties including but not limited to Trauma (PTSD and Complex Trauma), Somatic Disorders, Chronic Health Issues, Anxiety, Stress and Mood Disorders.
(02) 4210 5968 View (02) 4210 5968
Paula Toledo Torres
Social Worker, MA, AASW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Using a tailored blend of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, and IFS, I adapt each session to meet your unique needs.
Hi, my name is Paula. Taking the first step toward support can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. As a mental health clinician, I specialise in working with individuals aged 12 and over, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship challenges (social, family, partners), stress, and sleep disturbances.
Using a tailored blend of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, and IFS, I adapt each session to meet your unique needs.
Hi, my name is Paula. Taking the first step toward support can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. As a mental health clinician, I specialise in working with individuals aged 12 and over, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship challenges (social, family, partners), stress, and sleep disturbances.
(02) 8609 3061 View (02) 8609 3061
Maria Teresa Cajias
Verified Verified
Serves Area
If you are feeling tired, sad, lonely, with low motivation, struggling with performing daily activities, There is Help ! I May support you individually or in a couple intervention. If your participation in your daily life is disrupted, let's work together in facing these challenges to promote wellbeing. I can provide you support by suggesting some practical strategies to make a difference in your life. If you seek to improve your personal and family emotional condition see your GP and ask for a Mental Health Plan.
If you are feeling tired, sad, lonely, with low motivation, struggling with performing daily activities, There is Help ! I May support you individually or in a couple intervention. If your participation in your daily life is disrupted, let's work together in facing these challenges to promote wellbeing. I can provide you support by suggesting some practical strategies to make a difference in your life. If you seek to improve your personal and family emotional condition see your GP and ask for a Mental Health Plan.
(02) 9100 0262 View (02) 9100 0262
Ramya Avvari
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities including EFT, ACT, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, IFS, Gottman Method & SFT, tailoring support to each individual and couple’s unique needs & goals.
Have you ever experienced moments in life where you’re in the middle of a crisis, or feeling isolated and misunderstood, or feeling like your inner child is crying out for help, and wanted to just feel seen and heard? Sometimes, you may even feel like you’re just a speck in the ocean, pushing you to shutdown, feel overwhelmed, or silently retreat into your “bubble.” But what if you didn’t have to go through this alone? That’s where A Safe Space With Ramya comes into the picture, providing a compassionate, warm, and non-judgemental therapeutic space for adults and couples, where you can truly feel seen, heard, supported, and safe.
I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities including EFT, ACT, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, IFS, Gottman Method & SFT, tailoring support to each individual and couple’s unique needs & goals.
Have you ever experienced moments in life where you’re in the middle of a crisis, or feeling isolated and misunderstood, or feeling like your inner child is crying out for help, and wanted to just feel seen and heard? Sometimes, you may even feel like you’re just a speck in the ocean, pushing you to shutdown, feel overwhelmed, or silently retreat into your “bubble.” But what if you didn’t have to go through this alone? That’s where A Safe Space With Ramya comes into the picture, providing a compassionate, warm, and non-judgemental therapeutic space for adults and couples, where you can truly feel seen, heard, supported, and safe.
(02) 7804 4038 View (02) 7804 4038
Solange Beron
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
I believe we all deserve a supportive space where we can safely explore the issues that matter to us, at our own pace. I aim to facilitate that space and provide a service based on a collaborative style, where clients are active participants and can exercise their autonomy whilst enhancing their understanding of themselves, their inner, and outer world. You may be feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed, while you try to navigate your experiences. I believe that by gaining insight and self awareness you can make meaning of these experiences and find your own answers, create and achieve your goals, and reach a new beginning.
I believe we all deserve a supportive space where we can safely explore the issues that matter to us, at our own pace. I aim to facilitate that space and provide a service based on a collaborative style, where clients are active participants and can exercise their autonomy whilst enhancing their understanding of themselves, their inner, and outer world. You may be feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed, while you try to navigate your experiences. I believe that by gaining insight and self awareness you can make meaning of these experiences and find your own answers, create and achieve your goals, and reach a new beginning.
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Silvia Din
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
The impact of life experiences and situations can sometimes be unbearable. We can often feel overwhelmed and stuck, wondering “Will this ever end?”. If you resonate with this, you are not alone. Please reach out! There is always a light at the end of the tunnel.
The impact of life experiences and situations can sometimes be unbearable. We can often feel overwhelmed and stuck, wondering “Will this ever end?”. If you resonate with this, you are not alone. Please reach out! There is always a light at the end of the tunnel.
(02) 8609 3753 View (02) 8609 3753

More Therapists Nearby

Lucas Plunkett
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Something brought you here—maybe a feeling, a question, or a sense that things could be different. Whatever it is, I’m glad you’re exploring this next step. I provide a warm, attuned space where you can bring whatever you’re going through, whether it’s; anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions, relationship issues, sexuality, identity or that you're simply feeling stuck in life.
Something brought you here—maybe a feeling, a question, or a sense that things could be different. Whatever it is, I’m glad you’re exploring this next step. I provide a warm, attuned space where you can bring whatever you’re going through, whether it’s; anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions, relationship issues, sexuality, identity or that you're simply feeling stuck in life.
0404 991 746 View 0404 991 746
Margaret Baker
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As we progress, when you are ready, we may process distress held in memory using EMDR, Attachment-Focussed EMDR and IFS methods.
It's empowering to understand the stories that our minds hold about our sense of safety, security, worth, control and belonging. These stories were created in the past, when your mind tried to make meaning from experiences that felt scary, unsafe or out of our control. Your mind holds on to these stories as a way of protecting you from being hurt in the future, and replays them when it predicts future danger or suffering. But that's not the whole story. Using evidence-based, neuroscientific psychological approaches, we can begin to uncover these stories, process traumatic memory, distress and disturbance, and heal psychic wounds.
As we progress, when you are ready, we may process distress held in memory using EMDR, Attachment-Focussed EMDR and IFS methods.
It's empowering to understand the stories that our minds hold about our sense of safety, security, worth, control and belonging. These stories were created in the past, when your mind tried to make meaning from experiences that felt scary, unsafe or out of our control. Your mind holds on to these stories as a way of protecting you from being hurt in the future, and replays them when it predicts future danger or suffering. But that's not the whole story. Using evidence-based, neuroscientific psychological approaches, we can begin to uncover these stories, process traumatic memory, distress and disturbance, and heal psychic wounds.
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Your Mind at Ease
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Parramatta, NSW 2150
Your Mind at Ease is centrally located in Parramatta Square and has, over the years, supported the diverse therapeutic needs of clients through a range of holistic and psychological interventions. We believe healing is deeply rooted in culture and spirituality and when thoughtfully integrated with evidence-based psychological practice, they create meaningful and lasting change that individuals can truly embody in their everyday lives. Your Mind at Ease offers experience in delivering tailored, client-centred therapeutic approaches. Taking the first step is overwhelming but the most important step. Call us for free 15mins chat.
Your Mind at Ease is centrally located in Parramatta Square and has, over the years, supported the diverse therapeutic needs of clients through a range of holistic and psychological interventions. We believe healing is deeply rooted in culture and spirituality and when thoughtfully integrated with evidence-based psychological practice, they create meaningful and lasting change that individuals can truly embody in their everyday lives. Your Mind at Ease offers experience in delivering tailored, client-centred therapeutic approaches. Taking the first step is overwhelming but the most important step. Call us for free 15mins chat.
(02) 7804 4439 View (02) 7804 4439
Jase Dimos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Newtown, NSW 2042
I draw on CBT, ACT, EMDR, and IFS to tailor evidence-based therapy to each client’s needs.
Finding the right fit with a psychologist is not only important, but sometimes daunting. My name is Jase, and I opened Psychology in Balance with the vision of creating a space where clients can be well understood and motivated to become the best version of themselves - for themselves. I work with individuals and couples on a range of concerns, including anxiety, complex trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional burnout, acute stress, attachment injuries, emotion regulation difficulties, and a lack of meaning or purpose. My practice is LGBTQIA+ informed and welcoming to all nationalities and spiritual dispositions.
I draw on CBT, ACT, EMDR, and IFS to tailor evidence-based therapy to each client’s needs.
Finding the right fit with a psychologist is not only important, but sometimes daunting. My name is Jase, and I opened Psychology in Balance with the vision of creating a space where clients can be well understood and motivated to become the best version of themselves - for themselves. I work with individuals and couples on a range of concerns, including anxiety, complex trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional burnout, acute stress, attachment injuries, emotion regulation difficulties, and a lack of meaning or purpose. My practice is LGBTQIA+ informed and welcoming to all nationalities and spiritual dispositions.
0468 375 150 View 0468 375 150
Julie Sweet
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or struggling with the impact of trauma, abuse, loss, or relationship difficulties? Reaching out for support can feel daunting, particularly when you’ve been carrying things alone. I am a Psychotherapist and Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 13 years’ experience supporting individuals. My expertise is in complex trauma, including childhood sexual abuse, domestic and family violence, attachment wounds, and institutional abuse. Together, we can explore patterns, build insight, strengthen relationships, create meaningful change, and live with greater clarity and confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or struggling with the impact of trauma, abuse, loss, or relationship difficulties? Reaching out for support can feel daunting, particularly when you’ve been carrying things alone. I am a Psychotherapist and Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 13 years’ experience supporting individuals. My expertise is in complex trauma, including childhood sexual abuse, domestic and family violence, attachment wounds, and institutional abuse. Together, we can explore patterns, build insight, strengthen relationships, create meaningful change, and live with greater clarity and confidence.
(02) 9541 8730 View (02) 9541 8730
Cody Tonkin
Psychologist, MPsych, Assoc MAPS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Cody's approach is integrative she she uses therapies like CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Schema therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and EMDR.
Cody is a warm, non-judgemental registered psychologist who will help you facilitate long lasting change and a deeper sense of self, by investigating how your past can influence your present and by looking at the roots of an issue. She will work with you to uncover subconscious patterns that have developed over time and then help you transform them into healthier behaviours. Cody works with a range of presentations including anxiety, stress, trauma and childhood trauma, life adjustments, depression, grief & loss, coping skills, life coaching, interpersonal or relationship difficulties and supervision.
Cody's approach is integrative she she uses therapies like CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Schema therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and EMDR.
Cody is a warm, non-judgemental registered psychologist who will help you facilitate long lasting change and a deeper sense of self, by investigating how your past can influence your present and by looking at the roots of an issue. She will work with you to uncover subconscious patterns that have developed over time and then help you transform them into healthier behaviours. Cody works with a range of presentations including anxiety, stress, trauma and childhood trauma, life adjustments, depression, grief & loss, coping skills, life coaching, interpersonal or relationship difficulties and supervision.
(03) 9118 9048 View (03) 9118 9048
Stephanie Elizabeth Guerin
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Mona Vale, NSW 2103
This includes family systems and Internal Family systems work, childhood trauma, attachment wounds, relationship conflicts, codependency and Inner Child work.
I work with several modalities with clients to meet the presenting needs of the client. My focus is to build rapport and a safe therapeutic relationship that fosters trust and exploration. I meet the client where they are currently at in their lives to address their concerns and needs. My professional experience covers issues relating to mental health and well-being including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, disordered eating and body issues, relationship challenges and separations, life transitions , childhood trauma and codependency . I work from a trauma informed perspective to build safety and agency with the client.
This includes family systems and Internal Family systems work, childhood trauma, attachment wounds, relationship conflicts, codependency and Inner Child work.
I work with several modalities with clients to meet the presenting needs of the client. My focus is to build rapport and a safe therapeutic relationship that fosters trust and exploration. I meet the client where they are currently at in their lives to address their concerns and needs. My professional experience covers issues relating to mental health and well-being including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, disordered eating and body issues, relationship challenges and separations, life transitions , childhood trauma and codependency . I work from a trauma informed perspective to build safety and agency with the client.
(02) 8403 2371 View (02) 8403 2371
Dr Julie-May Brown
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I am an experienced, accredited EMDR and trauma-oriented clinician with extensive expertise in treating clinicians, veterans, and civilians. My approach is ethical, evidence-based, and client-centered, and draws upon a diverse repertoire of specialized skills and advanced training. I am committed to providing a safe, effective, and tailored therapeutic experience to my clients, many of whom are extremely vulnerable, and fearful of engaging with a therapist.
I am an experienced, accredited EMDR and trauma-oriented clinician with extensive expertise in treating clinicians, veterans, and civilians. My approach is ethical, evidence-based, and client-centered, and draws upon a diverse repertoire of specialized skills and advanced training. I am committed to providing a safe, effective, and tailored therapeutic experience to my clients, many of whom are extremely vulnerable, and fearful of engaging with a therapist.
(02) 5502 5009 View (02) 5502 5009
I specialize in trauma and relational treatment, offering an integrative blend of depth-oriented Psychodynamic therapy and transformative "parts work" ( IFS & Ego States).
Are you navigating the exhausting aftermath of trauma and relational wounds? You might feel caught in repeating relationship patterns or trapped by a persistent inner conflict—where one part of you wants to move forward, but another feels frozen in past hurts. I help you move forward by honoring every aspect of your story. Grounded in compassion and non-judgment, we explore root causes while actively building your inner core. Together, we safely process the past, transform your relationship with yourself, and break the cycles holding you back.
I specialize in trauma and relational treatment, offering an integrative blend of depth-oriented Psychodynamic therapy and transformative "parts work" ( IFS & Ego States).
Are you navigating the exhausting aftermath of trauma and relational wounds? You might feel caught in repeating relationship patterns or trapped by a persistent inner conflict—where one part of you wants to move forward, but another feels frozen in past hurts. I help you move forward by honoring every aspect of your story. Grounded in compassion and non-judgment, we explore root causes while actively building your inner core. Together, we safely process the past, transform your relationship with yourself, and break the cycles holding you back.
0466 083 918 View 0466 083 918
Cassie Sell
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Erskineville, NSW 2043
You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or a bit lost - doing your best to keep going but ready for something to shift. My clients often crave being calm, connected, and having space to just be themselves. Together we slow things down, explore what’s underneath, and use creativity and nature to find steadiness and clarity again. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical - it can feel human, grounding and real.
You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or a bit lost - doing your best to keep going but ready for something to shift. My clients often crave being calm, connected, and having space to just be themselves. Together we slow things down, explore what’s underneath, and use creativity and nature to find steadiness and clarity again. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical - it can feel human, grounding and real.
0488 259 326 View 0488 259 326
Isabella Loxton
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I provide evidence-based psychological therapy drawing from CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy and somatic, polyvagal-informed approaches.
People often seek therapy when life becomes harder to navigate—through anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, persistent pain, chronic illness or feeling disconnected from themselves. I work with adults seeking more than symptom relief; they want lasting change. Together we explore the patterns, experiences and nervous system responses shaping your wellbeing while working towards meaningful personal and health goals. I also support women's health, perinatal wellbeing and health optimisation through evidence-based, individually tailored care. Supporting sustainable wellbeing across life & change.
I provide evidence-based psychological therapy drawing from CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy and somatic, polyvagal-informed approaches.
People often seek therapy when life becomes harder to navigate—through anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, persistent pain, chronic illness or feeling disconnected from themselves. I work with adults seeking more than symptom relief; they want lasting change. Together we explore the patterns, experiences and nervous system responses shaping your wellbeing while working towards meaningful personal and health goals. I also support women's health, perinatal wellbeing and health optimisation through evidence-based, individually tailored care. Supporting sustainable wellbeing across life & change.
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Angela Curtis
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
Hi everyone, With over a decade of dedicated experience, I’m a Registered Psychologist specialising in evidence-based, personalised care across the lifespan—from children aged 5+ and adolescents to adults and couples. My core clinical interests include: anxiety, depression & stress management, behavioural challenges, autism, ADHD, relationship dynamics. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and complementary mind–body approaches such as mindfulness, meditation, and yoga. Passionate and client-centred, I’m committed to helping individuals and families.
Hi everyone, With over a decade of dedicated experience, I’m a Registered Psychologist specialising in evidence-based, personalised care across the lifespan—from children aged 5+ and adolescents to adults and couples. My core clinical interests include: anxiety, depression & stress management, behavioural challenges, autism, ADHD, relationship dynamics. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and complementary mind–body approaches such as mindfulness, meditation, and yoga. Passionate and client-centred, I’m committed to helping individuals and families.
(02) 8999 5404 View (02) 8999 5404
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.