Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Caulfield North, VIC
Kay is a dedicated and experienced Psychologist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Kay has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
Kay is a dedicated and experienced Psychologist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Kay has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns. She adopts a family-focused approach, providing clients with a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, while actively involving the family unit in the journey toward positive change. Sandra also works closely with separated families, offering therapeutic support to navigate complex dynamics, and provides professional reports for court-related purposes to assist in family law matters.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns. She adopts a family-focused approach, providing clients with a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, while actively involving the family unit in the journey toward positive change. Sandra also works closely with separated families, offering therapeutic support to navigate complex dynamics, and provides professional reports for court-related purposes to assist in family law matters.
Using narrative, IFS, somatic, emotion-focused, and trauma-informed approaches, I help clients to understand and shift recurring patterns, process difficult emotions, navigate relationships and build ways of living that feel more grounded.
I primarily support women and LGBTQIA+ adults with anxiety, low mood, disconnection, avoidance, relationship challenges, and grief. I have particular experience supporting neurodivergent people and those experiencing difficult family dynamics, chronic illness or invisible loss. You might find yourself constantly worrying, struggling with difficult emotions, or feeling unsure how to move forward. Together we work to understand these patterns within the context of your life and the systems around you, building greater self-understanding and finding ways of living and relating that feel more sustainable and empowering.
Using narrative, IFS, somatic, emotion-focused, and trauma-informed approaches, I help clients to understand and shift recurring patterns, process difficult emotions, navigate relationships and build ways of living that feel more grounded.
I primarily support women and LGBTQIA+ adults with anxiety, low mood, disconnection, avoidance, relationship challenges, and grief. I have particular experience supporting neurodivergent people and those experiencing difficult family dynamics, chronic illness or invisible loss. You might find yourself constantly worrying, struggling with difficult emotions, or feeling unsure how to move forward. Together we work to understand these patterns within the context of your life and the systems around you, building greater self-understanding and finding ways of living and relating that feel more sustainable and empowering.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Family Therapist. I specialise in working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. Areas of expertise include trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, school refusal, family relationships, couples therapy, family conflict, parenting and life transitions. I have a particular interest in family therapy to strengthen relationships and to help people build positive patterns of relating to each other. My focus is to build a strong relational connection to be able to support individuals and families to develop insight and identify areas they want to change, manage or develop.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Family Therapist. I specialise in working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. Areas of expertise include trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, school refusal, family relationships, couples therapy, family conflict, parenting and life transitions. I have a particular interest in family therapy to strengthen relationships and to help people build positive patterns of relating to each other. My focus is to build a strong relational connection to be able to support individuals and families to develop insight and identify areas they want to change, manage or develop.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression, and finding it hard to fully engage in life. Unprocessed experiences can stay stuck in the nervous system, keeping you on edge or disconnected. I offer a safe, empathetic space where you are truly heard. Using evidence-based trauma therapy, including EMDR, I help you process the past, reduce distress, and create lasting change—so you can regain control, resilience, and live more fully, not just cope.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression, and finding it hard to fully engage in life. Unprocessed experiences can stay stuck in the nervous system, keeping you on edge or disconnected. I offer a safe, empathetic space where you are truly heard. Using evidence-based trauma therapy, including EMDR, I help you process the past, reduce distress, and create lasting change—so you can regain control, resilience, and live more fully, not just cope.
I work with couples, adults and young people who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, substance use, and patterns of behaviour that no longer serve them. Many of the people I support feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life they want to be living. Together, we explore the impact of past experiences, build practical coping strategies, and work towards greater self-awareness, resilience, and lasting change. Additionally, I work with couples who are experiencing struggles within their relationship and want to explore new ways to communicate more effectively.
I work with couples, adults and young people who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, substance use, and patterns of behaviour that no longer serve them. Many of the people I support feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life they want to be living. Together, we explore the impact of past experiences, build practical coping strategies, and work towards greater self-awareness, resilience, and lasting change. Additionally, I work with couples who are experiencing struggles within their relationship and want to explore new ways to communicate more effectively.
I am a psychologist who works with children, youth and adults. I work collaboratively with families and individuals to support and facilitate change. I bring a person focused, strengths-based and empathetic approach to the therapeutic relationship.
I am a psychologist who works with children, youth and adults. I work collaboratively with families and individuals to support and facilitate change. I bring a person focused, strengths-based and empathetic approach to the therapeutic relationship.
I help individuals who are navigating relationship difficulties, difficulties with self-confidence, and repeating patterns that feel challenging to shift.
Therapy with me is a space to explore the complexity with curiosity and compassion, so you can make sense of what’s emerging, what’s not working, and move toward changes that feel more meaningful, relationships that feel more connected, and a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are or want to be.
Often, patterns live not just in the mind, but also in the body, which is why I integrate somatic, attachment and parts-work approaches to therapy.
I help individuals who are navigating relationship difficulties, difficulties with self-confidence, and repeating patterns that feel challenging to shift.
Therapy with me is a space to explore the complexity with curiosity and compassion, so you can make sense of what’s emerging, what’s not working, and move toward changes that feel more meaningful, relationships that feel more connected, and a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are or want to be.
Often, patterns live not just in the mind, but also in the body, which is why I integrate somatic, attachment and parts-work approaches to therapy.
You might feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, people pleasing, overthinking, or feeling like you’ve lost touch with who you are. It’s likely you’re carrying more than most people realise.
I’m a psychologist who helps people work through trauma, relationship struggles, risky behaviours, and major life transitions. Therapy with me is about creating a safe space to unpack what’s going on and start feeling like the version of yourself you want to be.
You might feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, people pleasing, overthinking, or feeling like you’ve lost touch with who you are. It’s likely you’re carrying more than most people realise.
I’m a psychologist who helps people work through trauma, relationship struggles, risky behaviours, and major life transitions. Therapy with me is about creating a safe space to unpack what’s going on and start feeling like the version of yourself you want to be.
Darren practices from the strength-based approach, using a biopsychosocial model in all of his case formulation as well as family systems theory.
Darren is a registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing tailored support to address a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. He draws on evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and neurodevelopmental disorders. With a warm and collaborative style, he creates a safe and supportive environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical strategies to foster resilience and positive change.
Darren practices from the strength-based approach, using a biopsychosocial model in all of his case formulation as well as family systems theory.
Darren is a registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing tailored support to address a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. He draws on evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and neurodevelopmental disorders. With a warm and collaborative style, he creates a safe and supportive environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical strategies to foster resilience and positive change.
Savleen draws on evidence-based interventions, including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Skills, Internal Family Systems, and Insight Oriented Therapy.
Savleen is a clinical psychologist with experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions. Her practice is guided by genuine care for her clients. She works with individual adults and couples with a wide range of issues. Savleen focuses on engaging her clients to achieve long-term meaningful growth in a compassionate, safe, supportive and culturally sensitive environment. She has a warm and collaborative approach to therapy and encourages her clients to identify their strengths whilst they examine and compassionately reflect on their lives. She is dedicated to supporting her client's in experiencing improved wellbeing.
Savleen draws on evidence-based interventions, including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Skills, Internal Family Systems, and Insight Oriented Therapy.
Savleen is a clinical psychologist with experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions. Her practice is guided by genuine care for her clients. She works with individual adults and couples with a wide range of issues. Savleen focuses on engaging her clients to achieve long-term meaningful growth in a compassionate, safe, supportive and culturally sensitive environment. She has a warm and collaborative approach to therapy and encourages her clients to identify their strengths whilst they examine and compassionately reflect on their lives. She is dedicated to supporting her client's in experiencing improved wellbeing.
A registered psychotherapist, Melissa has a Master’s Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). Melissa uses a range of evidenced based approaches, tailoring the therapy to best suit the individual needs of her clients.
A registered psychotherapist, Melissa has a Master’s Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). Melissa uses a range of evidenced based approaches, tailoring the therapy to best suit the individual needs of her clients.
Hey there - I am a Family Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor and I work with individuals at psychology clinic in Armadale. I have my beautiful Labrador Irma with me. We both enjoy supporting clients of all ages and genders in creating and maintaining healthy relationships with others and with self.
Hey there - I am a Family Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor and I work with individuals at psychology clinic in Armadale. I have my beautiful Labrador Irma with me. We both enjoy supporting clients of all ages and genders in creating and maintaining healthy relationships with others and with self.
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I've extended my knowledge in the clinical applications of IFS to assist my clients to heal from trauma, struggles with emotions and conflicting issues.
Maddison helps clients navigate trauma, anxious/avoidant relationship dynamics, narcissistic abuse, grief, depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues (couples and individual). Maddison's passion is helping clients navigate difficult times, as well as helping clients navigate tricky life circumstances and relationship issues. Maddison helps clients achieve their goals and come home to themselves by offering a gentle, grounded therapeutic space for exploration. Maddison helps clients process and move through what they need to with a trauma-informed approach.
I've extended my knowledge in the clinical applications of IFS to assist my clients to heal from trauma, struggles with emotions and conflicting issues.
Maddison helps clients navigate trauma, anxious/avoidant relationship dynamics, narcissistic abuse, grief, depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues (couples and individual). Maddison's passion is helping clients navigate difficult times, as well as helping clients navigate tricky life circumstances and relationship issues. Maddison helps clients achieve their goals and come home to themselves by offering a gentle, grounded therapeutic space for exploration. Maddison helps clients process and move through what they need to with a trauma-informed approach.
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
I take a relational, trauma informed approach and draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches as a part of this process including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, somatic psychotherapy and internal family systems.
My training in clinical psychology combined with my interest in somatic work and Eastern philosophies allows me to work with the whole person, blending both clinical and experiential approaches. I believe this holistic approach deeply supports the clients I work with to attain lasting change and growth in their lives. I have over 15 years of experience supporting adults and teenagers suffering with distress and use a holistic approach that looks at a persons unique life experiences and strengths to support them to move towards healing.
I take a relational, trauma informed approach and draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches as a part of this process including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, somatic psychotherapy and internal family systems.
My training in clinical psychology combined with my interest in somatic work and Eastern philosophies allows me to work with the whole person, blending both clinical and experiential approaches. I believe this holistic approach deeply supports the clients I work with to attain lasting change and growth in their lives. I have over 15 years of experience supporting adults and teenagers suffering with distress and use a holistic approach that looks at a persons unique life experiences and strengths to support them to move towards healing.
With nearly twenty years of experience in psychology, I am equipped to assist clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stress, and life transitions. Additionally, I have a particular interest in neurodiversity (ADHD & ASD) and trauma-informed care. I am a certified EMDR therapist and I integrate a variety of evidence-based strategies into my treatment approach. I work with children, adolescents, and adults presenting with diverse needs. I support clients through NDIS and the Medicare Mental Health Care Plan and offer both Telehealth and face-to-face sessions.
With nearly twenty years of experience in psychology, I am equipped to assist clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stress, and life transitions. Additionally, I have a particular interest in neurodiversity (ADHD & ASD) and trauma-informed care. I am a certified EMDR therapist and I integrate a variety of evidence-based strategies into my treatment approach. I work with children, adolescents, and adults presenting with diverse needs. I support clients through NDIS and the Medicare Mental Health Care Plan and offer both Telehealth and face-to-face sessions.
You may be navigating work stress, family pressures, loss, past trauma, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety or a general sense of feeling stuck. Counselling offers a supportive space to slow down and reflect on what you are experiencing. Together we work to understand the patterns, experiences and pressures that may be shaping your current situation, with the aim of building insight, strengthening emotional stability and supporting meaningful change.
You may be navigating work stress, family pressures, loss, past trauma, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety or a general sense of feeling stuck. Counselling offers a supportive space to slow down and reflect on what you are experiencing. Together we work to understand the patterns, experiences and pressures that may be shaping your current situation, with the aim of building insight, strengthening emotional stability and supporting meaningful change.
My approach blends Humanistic Psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Polyvagal Theory, Somatics and Eastern healing philosophies with a coaching framework.
Hello! I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach. I support Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD women, and those beyond the binary, who feel exhausted from years of masking, burnout, or trying to live by expectations that never fit. You may be seeking to explore your neurodivergent identity after self-identification or a diagnosis, or looking for support with executive function, emotional regulation, sensory needs or self-compassion.
My approach blends Humanistic Psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Polyvagal Theory, Somatics and Eastern healing philosophies with a coaching framework.
Hello! I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach. I support Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD women, and those beyond the binary, who feel exhausted from years of masking, burnout, or trying to live by expectations that never fit. You may be seeking to explore your neurodivergent identity after self-identification or a diagnosis, or looking for support with executive function, emotional regulation, sensory needs or self-compassion.
Clients come to see me with various issues; primarily relationship complexities and communication. In a safe space, I work cohesively with them to provide the clarity and solutions. I am passionate about providing support with relationship counselling - either with the individual self, between couples and/or family members. I believe it’s often the open communication, ability to listen with empathy and love, which creates the most powerful resolution. This is created through utilising various psychological theories and practices. I look forward to meeting you and helping you soon.
Clients come to see me with various issues; primarily relationship complexities and communication. In a safe space, I work cohesively with them to provide the clarity and solutions. I am passionate about providing support with relationship counselling - either with the individual self, between couples and/or family members. I believe it’s often the open communication, ability to listen with empathy and love, which creates the most powerful resolution. This is created through utilising various psychological theories and practices. I look forward to meeting you and helping you soon.
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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.