Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Leichhardt, NSW
I draw from somatic approaches, EMDR and IFS among others to inform my work.
One of my passions is in helping my clients explore how early life experiences contribute to the ways they relate in the world as they go through life. I look for ways to work with you to process and heal traumas (both early and later in life), relationship or life patterns and missing experiences to assist you to show up in your life in a way that feels authentic, grounded and connected. The way that your system organises itself to meet your needs is unique to you and I am honoured by the opportunity to assist you in the journey of self discovery and making meaning of your own experiences.
I draw from somatic approaches, EMDR and IFS among others to inform my work.
One of my passions is in helping my clients explore how early life experiences contribute to the ways they relate in the world as they go through life. I look for ways to work with you to process and heal traumas (both early and later in life), relationship or life patterns and missing experiences to assist you to show up in your life in a way that feels authentic, grounded and connected. The way that your system organises itself to meet your needs is unique to you and I am honoured by the opportunity to assist you in the journey of self discovery and making meaning of your own experiences.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in supporting individuals navigating the impacts of cultural diversity, marginalisation, neurodivergence, and complex trauma. My approach is rooted in creating a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for people to explore their experiences and develop meaningful, lasting change.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in supporting individuals navigating the impacts of cultural diversity, marginalisation, neurodivergence, and complex trauma. My approach is rooted in creating a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for people to explore their experiences and develop meaningful, lasting change.
I am a Mental Health Occupational Therapist (MHOT) with passion and experience in working with young people in their teens and twenties. As a MHOT I provide psychological and practical interventions that focus on supporting young people do the activities that are meaningful to them, which mental health challenges may be getting in the way of. My intervention approach involves passionately providing authentic, nurturing and compassionate therapeutic partnership, with a splash of humour. I also use a neurodiversity affirming approach in my practice to foster safety and person-centred care for all.
I am a Mental Health Occupational Therapist (MHOT) with passion and experience in working with young people in their teens and twenties. As a MHOT I provide psychological and practical interventions that focus on supporting young people do the activities that are meaningful to them, which mental health challenges may be getting in the way of. My intervention approach involves passionately providing authentic, nurturing and compassionate therapeutic partnership, with a splash of humour. I also use a neurodiversity affirming approach in my practice to foster safety and person-centred care for all.
Using IFS, EMDR, Psychodynamic approaches.
Master Counselling & Psychotherapy; Mediator; B.A. (Psychology & Philosophy); Grad. Cert. Management
Using IFS, EMDR, Psychodynamic approaches.
Master Counselling & Psychotherapy; Mediator; B.A. (Psychology & Philosophy); Grad. Cert. Management
I also have training in various psychological modalities (DBT, IFS, Gestalt, for example) but feel this is just therapist babble!
I am passionate about partnering with people to help them tolerate extreme emotion, to learn and grow and be free to choose new behaviours. I have decades of lived and years of clinical experience with Alcohol and Other Drugs use and abuse and the traumas that so often lead to it and arise from it. I have understanding of complex PTSD and the Autonomic Nervous System and the ways our experiences get laid down in our systems and repeat themselves, often causing relationship upsets.
I also have training in various psychological modalities (DBT, IFS, Gestalt, for example) but feel this is just therapist babble!
I am passionate about partnering with people to help them tolerate extreme emotion, to learn and grow and be free to choose new behaviours. I have decades of lived and years of clinical experience with Alcohol and Other Drugs use and abuse and the traumas that so often lead to it and arise from it. I have understanding of complex PTSD and the Autonomic Nervous System and the ways our experiences get laid down in our systems and repeat themselves, often causing relationship upsets.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in relational therapy, neglect and developmental trauma working primarily from an IFS lens.
A holistic approach incorporates physical, emotional, social and spiritual aspects as you learn to welcome all parts of yourself. IFS Therapy is a leading evidence-based model of therapy that incorporates elements of Somatic Therapy, Hakomi, Family Systems, Mindfulness and Neuroscience. This helps improve relationships & reduce anxiety & depression.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in relational therapy, neglect and developmental trauma working primarily from an IFS lens.
A holistic approach incorporates physical, emotional, social and spiritual aspects as you learn to welcome all parts of yourself. IFS Therapy is a leading evidence-based model of therapy that incorporates elements of Somatic Therapy, Hakomi, Family Systems, Mindfulness and Neuroscience. This helps improve relationships & reduce anxiety & depression.
I work with adults and older adolescents who feel stuck in painful cycles of emotion and relationships. Many live with trauma, anxiety, or long standing personality challenges and want therapy that goes deeper. I offer a calm, honest space where nothing is too much. I stay with you through the mess and help you build regulation, connection, and a more meaningful life.
I work with adults and older adolescents who feel stuck in painful cycles of emotion and relationships. Many live with trauma, anxiety, or long standing personality challenges and want therapy that goes deeper. I offer a calm, honest space where nothing is too much. I stay with you through the mess and help you build regulation, connection, and a more meaningful life.
I often use Internal Family Systems ( IFS) in my practice in conjunction with Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
I often use Internal Family Systems ( IFS) in my practice in conjunction with Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
Clients needing help with stress and anxiety over life matters e.g. workplace issues, relationships or marriage ups-and-downs, divorce and separation; death including grief and loss; personal development (e.g. low self-esteem, standing up to bullying or narcissism) to managing health and personal wellbeing; assistance in being better parents; personal trauma incuding sexual assault or bodily harm and migration and separation trauma
Clients needing help with stress and anxiety over life matters e.g. workplace issues, relationships or marriage ups-and-downs, divorce and separation; death including grief and loss; personal development (e.g. low self-esteem, standing up to bullying or narcissism) to managing health and personal wellbeing; assistance in being better parents; personal trauma incuding sexual assault or bodily harm and migration and separation trauma
I'm a warm, approachable psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience across tertiary referral and private practice settings. I quickly build genuine rapport and enjoy helping clients navigate life's challenges, fostering resilience, confidence, and lasting wellbeing. I specialise in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, neurodivergence, social and emotional difficulties, behavioural challenges, adjustment disorders, fears and phobias, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and interpersonal concerns.
I'm a warm, approachable psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience across tertiary referral and private practice settings. I quickly build genuine rapport and enjoy helping clients navigate life's challenges, fostering resilience, confidence, and lasting wellbeing. I specialise in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, neurodivergence, social and emotional difficulties, behavioural challenges, adjustment disorders, fears and phobias, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and interpersonal concerns.
This integrative method combines the latest in pain neuroscience with gentle somatic and holistic therapies—including Gestalt Therapy, IFS, Emotional Awareness and Expression, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
Living with chronic pain can feel exhausting, confusing, and lonely—especially when it doesn’t improve with conventional treatments. If you're navigating conditions like endometriosis, fibromyalgia, migraines, IBS, back or neck pain, or medically unexplained symptoms, you're not alone—and meaningful support is available..
This integrative method combines the latest in pain neuroscience with gentle somatic and holistic therapies—including Gestalt Therapy, IFS, Emotional Awareness and Expression, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
Living with chronic pain can feel exhausting, confusing, and lonely—especially when it doesn’t improve with conventional treatments. If you're navigating conditions like endometriosis, fibromyalgia, migraines, IBS, back or neck pain, or medically unexplained symptoms, you're not alone—and meaningful support is available..
I am passionate about helping people who are struggling with the impact of difficult childhood experiences and who are committed to engage in a process of deep change. Perhaps you’ve already gained a lot from talk therapy but you feel that there’s something missing. As a Somatic Psychotherapist I work in an integrated way where we listen to/work with both your mind and your body. It’s a collaborative journey where my knowledge and experience and your expertise in yourself come together to find the best way to help you move forward. In my practice, I have the privilege to witness people’s lives transforming and flourishing.
I am passionate about helping people who are struggling with the impact of difficult childhood experiences and who are committed to engage in a process of deep change. Perhaps you’ve already gained a lot from talk therapy but you feel that there’s something missing. As a Somatic Psychotherapist I work in an integrated way where we listen to/work with both your mind and your body. It’s a collaborative journey where my knowledge and experience and your expertise in yourself come together to find the best way to help you move forward. In my practice, I have the privilege to witness people’s lives transforming and flourishing.
I integrate Internal Family Systems ( IFS), trauma-informed, strengths-based, somatic, and person-centred approaches.
My clients are usually people who feel stuck in their relationships or after a breakup. Many already have insight—they understand their patterns but can’t seem to change them, which often leads to frustration, shame, or self-doubt. I help them understand what’s happening within their internal system—both emotionally and practically—so they can recognise their triggers, regulate their responses, and respond differently in real situations. This includes working through the patterns and reactions that keep them stuck, so they can move forward in a way that actually feels different.
I integrate Internal Family Systems ( IFS), trauma-informed, strengths-based, somatic, and person-centred approaches.
My clients are usually people who feel stuck in their relationships or after a breakup. Many already have insight—they understand their patterns but can’t seem to change them, which often leads to frustration, shame, or self-doubt. I help them understand what’s happening within their internal system—both emotionally and practically—so they can recognise their triggers, regulate their responses, and respond differently in real situations. This includes working through the patterns and reactions that keep them stuck, so they can move forward in a way that actually feels different.
My practice is grounded in an existentially informed approach, drawing on advanced training in Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR and The Couples Institute Developmental Model.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who feel stuck in recurring patterns despite functioning well in other areas of life. They may be navigating relationship difficulties, family estrangement, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, or questions of identity and meaning. Together we explore not only what's happening, but why it keeps happening. Therapy is tailored to the individual or couple, helping clients develop greater self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and make more intentional choices aligned with the life they want to live.
My practice is grounded in an existentially informed approach, drawing on advanced training in Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR and The Couples Institute Developmental Model.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who feel stuck in recurring patterns despite functioning well in other areas of life. They may be navigating relationship difficulties, family estrangement, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, or questions of identity and meaning. Together we explore not only what's happening, but why it keeps happening. Therapy is tailored to the individual or couple, helping clients develop greater self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and make more intentional choices aligned with the life they want to live.
As humans, we will all go through challenging times and need support. Therapeutically, I work to assist the brain and body cope with trauma, challenging emotions and life experiences. I aim to sensitively attune to each person and look to work together to address your concerns. I humanise lived experiences and see the relevance of how our social and cultural context can shape our mood, mental health and recovery. I have special interest and experience working with people who have had a difficult childhood and those affected by trauma including sexual, physical, emotional, psychological & domestic abuse.
As humans, we will all go through challenging times and need support. Therapeutically, I work to assist the brain and body cope with trauma, challenging emotions and life experiences. I aim to sensitively attune to each person and look to work together to address your concerns. I humanise lived experiences and see the relevance of how our social and cultural context can shape our mood, mental health and recovery. I have special interest and experience working with people who have had a difficult childhood and those affected by trauma including sexual, physical, emotional, psychological & domestic abuse.
I offer adult clients the possibility to work through and resolve all types issues, questions, experiences & situations related to sexuality and relationships. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, i treat sexuality issues in individual & relationship context, alongside psychological & medical conditions. I also help clients with concerns around the experience of sexuality, in the context of personal history, life experiences, social environment and health.
I offer adult clients the possibility to work through and resolve all types issues, questions, experiences & situations related to sexuality and relationships. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, i treat sexuality issues in individual & relationship context, alongside psychological & medical conditions. I also help clients with concerns around the experience of sexuality, in the context of personal history, life experiences, social environment and health.
While my approach is tailored to each person's unique self and circumstances, my practice tends to draw on trauma informed approaches including internal family systems, schema therapy and EMDR.
Clients present to therapy for a variety of reasons. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space that meets where the client is at, and gently explores what's happening in their life. Together we can work towards goals that are alligned with their hopes, aspirations, desires or needs; to improve connection with the self, interpersonal relationships and the interplay with their surrounding social world.
While my approach is tailored to each person's unique self and circumstances, my practice tends to draw on trauma informed approaches including internal family systems, schema therapy and EMDR.
Clients present to therapy for a variety of reasons. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space that meets where the client is at, and gently explores what's happening in their life. Together we can work towards goals that are alligned with their hopes, aspirations, desires or needs; to improve connection with the self, interpersonal relationships and the interplay with their surrounding social world.
I use a relational, somatic approach informed by parts work ( IFS).
Are you someone who thinks deeply about your life but feels stuck? You try to get traction but keep finding yourself back in the same place?
Maybe you struggle with your body image, or you’re caught in a cycle with food that leaves you feeling out of control. Maybe anxiety sits in the background, making life feel harder than it should. Maybe you're over-adapting in relationships, working hard to keep others happy, and losing sight of what you actually want. Or maybe there's just a nagging sense that the life you're living isn't quite yours.
I use a relational, somatic approach informed by parts work ( IFS).
Are you someone who thinks deeply about your life but feels stuck? You try to get traction but keep finding yourself back in the same place?
Maybe you struggle with your body image, or you’re caught in a cycle with food that leaves you feeling out of control. Maybe anxiety sits in the background, making life feel harder than it should. Maybe you're over-adapting in relationships, working hard to keep others happy, and losing sight of what you actually want. Or maybe there's just a nagging sense that the life you're living isn't quite yours.
I am an empathetic, person-centred therapist based in Sydney, offering therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. I support adults and teenagers, providing a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences and reconnect with yourself. I believe connection, collaboration, and respect for your autonomy are central to effective therapy. My integrative, neuro-affirming approach supports self-awareness, emotional resilience, and mental wellbeing, with tailored, body-based therapy to process and integrate emotional experiences.
I am an empathetic, person-centred therapist based in Sydney, offering therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. I support adults and teenagers, providing a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences and reconnect with yourself. I believe connection, collaboration, and respect for your autonomy are central to effective therapy. My integrative, neuro-affirming approach supports self-awareness, emotional resilience, and mental wellbeing, with tailored, body-based therapy to process and integrate emotional experiences.
EMDR/Trauma-Informed/CBT/Narrative Therapies & Clinical Supervision Offered.
Joy Through Therapy is founded by Amanda Joy Robb, a renowned and innovative Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. Amanda specialises in Trauma, Sexology, Sexual Health and Relationships, and Supervision. Throughout these three domains, Amanda offers services for Trauma based Therapies, Sex & Relationship Therapy and Clinical Individual and Group Supervision, as well as Consultation training services.
EMDR/Trauma-Informed/CBT/Narrative Therapies & Clinical Supervision Offered.
Joy Through Therapy is founded by Amanda Joy Robb, a renowned and innovative Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. Amanda specialises in Trauma, Sexology, Sexual Health and Relationships, and Supervision. Throughout these three domains, Amanda offers services for Trauma based Therapies, Sex & Relationship Therapy and Clinical Individual and Group Supervision, as well as Consultation training services.
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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.