Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Cranbourne, VIC
Hi, I’m Hannah, a counsellor and psychotherapist passionate about supporting you through life's difficulties. Whether you’re feeling stuck, experiencing grief, navigating relationships, or looking to deepen self-awareness, I provide a safe space for you to be heard and tell your story. I take a humanistic, strengths-based, and holistic approach, helping you reconnect with your inner resources and cultivate resilience. Together we can work together to help you feel empowered, self-aware, and ready to take meaningful steps towards a fulfilling life. I use a variety of tools to support you: mindfulness, somatic therapy, focusing & ACT
Hi, I’m Hannah, a counsellor and psychotherapist passionate about supporting you through life's difficulties. Whether you’re feeling stuck, experiencing grief, navigating relationships, or looking to deepen self-awareness, I provide a safe space for you to be heard and tell your story. I take a humanistic, strengths-based, and holistic approach, helping you reconnect with your inner resources and cultivate resilience. Together we can work together to help you feel empowered, self-aware, and ready to take meaningful steps towards a fulfilling life. I use a variety of tools to support you: mindfulness, somatic therapy, focusing & ACT
Hello, my name is Angela Oldfield and I am an accredited Mental Health social worker (AMHSW) with the Australian Association of Social Workers, Level 4 counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, EMDR therapist (Eye motion Desensitization Reprocessing) registered with EMDR Association Australia (EMDRAA) and I am a Clinical Supervisor. I take a solution focused, person-centered approach to working with my clients. I treat each client as an individual and use different techniques and therapies tailored to their personal situations and needs, while working at their own pace. I am an experienced trauma therapist.
Hello, my name is Angela Oldfield and I am an accredited Mental Health social worker (AMHSW) with the Australian Association of Social Workers, Level 4 counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, EMDR therapist (Eye motion Desensitization Reprocessing) registered with EMDR Association Australia (EMDRAA) and I am a Clinical Supervisor. I take a solution focused, person-centered approach to working with my clients. I treat each client as an individual and use different techniques and therapies tailored to their personal situations and needs, while working at their own pace. I am an experienced trauma therapist.
I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach using EMDR, somatic therapy (Somatic Experiencing), parts work ( IFS), and CBT-based modalities (DBT, ACT), alongside psychoeducation and nervous system regulation to facilitate emotional regulation and behaviour change.
You might be someone who holds a lot inside. On the outside, life continues with work, relationships, responsibilities, while you may feel internally overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or tired in a way that rest doesn’t seem to fix.
I am experienced working with people who have past experiences that still live in the body, patterns that repeat in relationships, or a sense of not fully belonging.
I’m especially passionate about supporting people from a migrant background. I deeply understand the challenges from cultural expectations, unspoken family dynamics, or emotional experiences that do not fit into the mainstream culture.
I offer an integrative, trauma-informed approach using EMDR, somatic therapy (Somatic Experiencing), parts work ( IFS), and CBT-based modalities (DBT, ACT), alongside psychoeducation and nervous system regulation to facilitate emotional regulation and behaviour change.
You might be someone who holds a lot inside. On the outside, life continues with work, relationships, responsibilities, while you may feel internally overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or tired in a way that rest doesn’t seem to fix.
I am experienced working with people who have past experiences that still live in the body, patterns that repeat in relationships, or a sense of not fully belonging.
I’m especially passionate about supporting people from a migrant background. I deeply understand the challenges from cultural expectations, unspoken family dynamics, or emotional experiences that do not fit into the mainstream culture.
Moving to Balnarring on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula on July 1st. Helping women move from overwhelm and shutdown to calm, clarity, and confidence. Feeling overwhelmed, shut down, or like you’ve lost yourself? At Jubilee Counselling in Balnarring (New Location)…I support women experiencing anxiety, emotional neglect, and trauma responses to feel safe, understood, and gently reconnect with who they are. You may find yourself overthinking, going into “freeze,” or struggling to express your feelings. In a calm, supportive space, we work at your pace to build confidence, emotional clarity, and a stronger sense of self.
Moving to Balnarring on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula on July 1st. Helping women move from overwhelm and shutdown to calm, clarity, and confidence. Feeling overwhelmed, shut down, or like you’ve lost yourself? At Jubilee Counselling in Balnarring (New Location)…I support women experiencing anxiety, emotional neglect, and trauma responses to feel safe, understood, and gently reconnect with who they are. You may find yourself overthinking, going into “freeze,” or struggling to express your feelings. In a calm, supportive space, we work at your pace to build confidence, emotional clarity, and a stronger sense of self.
I wholeheartedly believe in therapeutic healing through safety, compassion & acceptance in the present moment. If we are in distress, feeling lost, alone, sad, anxious or angry it can be hard to know whom to talk with or, what to talk about. Sometimes we don't want to talk at all to start with and, would prefer to do a creative/movement exercise to express ourselves. Maybe we know exactly what we want to talk about and explore, maybe learning new skills to integrate into daily life. I can be there to support you, whatever stage you are at.
I wholeheartedly believe in therapeutic healing through safety, compassion & acceptance in the present moment. If we are in distress, feeling lost, alone, sad, anxious or angry it can be hard to know whom to talk with or, what to talk about. Sometimes we don't want to talk at all to start with and, would prefer to do a creative/movement exercise to express ourselves. Maybe we know exactly what we want to talk about and explore, maybe learning new skills to integrate into daily life. I can be there to support you, whatever stage you are at.
I draw gently from approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, IFS and trauma-informed care, offering a safe, supportive space to understand your experiences, build insight and develop tools that feel right for you.
I help people experiencing emotional distress, trauma or grief, or striving to create a nurturing home amid complex family dynamics. You may feel overwhelmed, uncertain and longing for relief. You need to reduce distress, improve communication, build confidence, resilience and stronger relationships. You want practical strategies, gentle insights and compassionate guidance that honours your experience and empowers you to find balance, hope and meaning. We work at your pace. You may also be supporting loved ones with autism or ADHD; together we tailor routines and coping tools to reclaim wellbeing and connection.
I draw gently from approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, IFS and trauma-informed care, offering a safe, supportive space to understand your experiences, build insight and develop tools that feel right for you.
I help people experiencing emotional distress, trauma or grief, or striving to create a nurturing home amid complex family dynamics. You may feel overwhelmed, uncertain and longing for relief. You need to reduce distress, improve communication, build confidence, resilience and stronger relationships. You want practical strategies, gentle insights and compassionate guidance that honours your experience and empowers you to find balance, hope and meaning. We work at your pace. You may also be supporting loved ones with autism or ADHD; together we tailor routines and coping tools to reclaim wellbeing and connection.
EMDR Trained, IFS Informed, Resource Therapy, DBR, Grief Certified, Trauma Informed.
My professional goal and passion is to help you understand your inner most parts, explore the pain and burdens they are holding and guide you to reprocess and release the trauma. I am trained in Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and EMDR and draw on other modalities when required.
EMDR Trained, IFS Informed, Resource Therapy, DBR, Grief Certified, Trauma Informed.
My professional goal and passion is to help you understand your inner most parts, explore the pain and burdens they are holding and guide you to reprocess and release the trauma. I am trained in Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and EMDR and draw on other modalities when required.
We may be functional and live through life stage transitions. Sometimes we struggle with emotional or psychological residues of underlying past trauma, anxiety or depression. We all seek a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and experiences, aiming to achieve mental well-being and emotional resilience. We want to manage overall impact of stress, anxiety, depression or trauma and seek inner peace, improve relationships, and build a fulfilling life. We often wish to overcome individual challenges so that we develop capacity for growth and positive change. Everyone deserves a chance to heal, be happy, and find inner peace.
We may be functional and live through life stage transitions. Sometimes we struggle with emotional or psychological residues of underlying past trauma, anxiety or depression. We all seek a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and experiences, aiming to achieve mental well-being and emotional resilience. We want to manage overall impact of stress, anxiety, depression or trauma and seek inner peace, improve relationships, and build a fulfilling life. We often wish to overcome individual challenges so that we develop capacity for growth and positive change. Everyone deserves a chance to heal, be happy, and find inner peace.
The combination of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and internal family systems ( IFS) can be a particularly powerful approach for a variety of issues
Life can feel challenging when past experiences, daily stressors, or how your brain works differently creates barriers to fulfillment. Whether navigating trauma, exploring neurodivergent identity, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm here to support you.
I believe healing happens in relationship—within a safe space where you can explore at your own pace. My approach combines evidence-based practices with deep respect for your individual needs.
The combination of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and internal family systems ( IFS) can be a particularly powerful approach for a variety of issues
Life can feel challenging when past experiences, daily stressors, or how your brain works differently creates barriers to fulfillment. Whether navigating trauma, exploring neurodivergent identity, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm here to support you.
I believe healing happens in relationship—within a safe space where you can explore at your own pace. My approach combines evidence-based practices with deep respect for your individual needs.
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Nika is a registered counsellor with advanced training in couples therapy, including Gottman, EFT, and IFS.
I work with couples navigating life transitions, communication difficulties, trust issues, intimacy concerns, and blended family dynamics. I support relationships at all stages - from new partnerships to long-term couples and those working through separation or reconnection.
My approach is warm and non-judgmental, and I aim to help partners strengthen their connection, understand each other more deeply, and build healthier ways of relating.d
Nika is a registered counsellor with advanced training in couples therapy, including Gottman, EFT, and IFS.
I work with couples navigating life transitions, communication difficulties, trust issues, intimacy concerns, and blended family dynamics. I support relationships at all stages - from new partnerships to long-term couples and those working through separation or reconnection.
My approach is warm and non-judgmental, and I aim to help partners strengthen their connection, understand each other more deeply, and build healthier ways of relating.d
I specialise in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions — using somatic therapy and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to work with your nervous system, not against it.
You don't have to keep carrying it alone.
Maybe anxiety has been with you so long it feels normal — the racing thoughts, the tight chest, the sense that something's always about to go wrong. Maybe trauma has left you disconnected from yourself or the people you love. Or life has shifted in ways you didn't expect, and you're not sure who you are anymore.
Whether you're an individual, a couple, or a teen navigating something hard — this is a space where you can breathe, be seen, and start to heal.
I specialise in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions — using somatic therapy and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to work with your nervous system, not against it.
You don't have to keep carrying it alone.
Maybe anxiety has been with you so long it feels normal — the racing thoughts, the tight chest, the sense that something's always about to go wrong. Maybe trauma has left you disconnected from yourself or the people you love. Or life has shifted in ways you didn't expect, and you're not sure who you are anymore.
Whether you're an individual, a couple, or a teen navigating something hard — this is a space where you can breathe, be seen, and start to heal.
Are you feeling stuck, like something important is missing from your life, but you can't quite put your finger on it? Do you find it challenging to have your emotional needs met in relationships? Are you trapped in repetitive patterns, struggling to define healthy boundaries? There is a reason behind these struggles, and together, we will uncover what is holding you back, providing you with the clarity and confidence needed to turn things around. I specialize in somatic therapy, an approach that dives deep into the core of unresolved trauma within the body, facilitating rapid healing.
Are you feeling stuck, like something important is missing from your life, but you can't quite put your finger on it? Do you find it challenging to have your emotional needs met in relationships? Are you trapped in repetitive patterns, struggling to define healthy boundaries? There is a reason behind these struggles, and together, we will uncover what is holding you back, providing you with the clarity and confidence needed to turn things around. I specialize in somatic therapy, an approach that dives deep into the core of unresolved trauma within the body, facilitating rapid healing.
My primary approach is Internal Family Systems therapy, supported by Metacognitive Therapy, ACT, Jungian-informed work, and hypnosis when appropriate.
You can book a free 30-minute consultation with me from the start. I specialise in trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders that cause ongoing pain and require real change. I also work with couples who want to reconnect, reduce conflict, and understand the patterns that keep them apart. I have specific experience in perinatal and postnatal depression. Many of my clients are insightful and self aware, yet still feel stuck inside their own responses.
I offer 30 minutes rather than the usual 15, so you have enough time to gain clarity and decide whether working together feels right.
My primary approach is Internal Family Systems therapy, supported by Metacognitive Therapy, ACT, Jungian-informed work, and hypnosis when appropriate.
You can book a free 30-minute consultation with me from the start. I specialise in trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders that cause ongoing pain and require real change. I also work with couples who want to reconnect, reduce conflict, and understand the patterns that keep them apart. I have specific experience in perinatal and postnatal depression. Many of my clients are insightful and self aware, yet still feel stuck inside their own responses.
I offer 30 minutes rather than the usual 15, so you have enough time to gain clarity and decide whether working together feels right.
Internal Family Systems ( IFS) therapy offers a unique and compassionate approach to understanding and healing from the patterns that you might be experiencing.
Life sometimes leaves you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and alone. You want to make changes but don't know where to start. You struggle to find joy in activities that once brought you happiness. This is not the life you imagined for yourself and you wonder if these issues stem from your childhood experiences?
You’re not alone. Many people find themselves caught in a cycle where their past impacts their daily lives. Often the roots of these feelings trace back to our childhoods, where patterns and beliefs about ourselves were formed.
Internal Family Systems ( IFS) therapy offers a unique and compassionate approach to understanding and healing from the patterns that you might be experiencing.
Life sometimes leaves you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and alone. You want to make changes but don't know where to start. You struggle to find joy in activities that once brought you happiness. This is not the life you imagined for yourself and you wonder if these issues stem from your childhood experiences?
You’re not alone. Many people find themselves caught in a cycle where their past impacts their daily lives. Often the roots of these feelings trace back to our childhoods, where patterns and beliefs about ourselves were formed.
Hello, I’m Sue. I am a Counsellor, Art Therapist, and established Bright Black Art Therapy & Counselling in 2018. You might be considering therapy with long experience of feeling anxious and overwhelmed. Although you have tried many things, it’s not working as well as you would like. I offer a person-centred style, towards understanding YOU and your experiences. Together we use a range of therapeutic methods and choose what is most helpful for you. Therapy plans can include development and practicing new ways for you to work with your most challenging experiences, so they feel like less of a barrier to do what matters most to you.
Hello, I’m Sue. I am a Counsellor, Art Therapist, and established Bright Black Art Therapy & Counselling in 2018. You might be considering therapy with long experience of feeling anxious and overwhelmed. Although you have tried many things, it’s not working as well as you would like. I offer a person-centred style, towards understanding YOU and your experiences. Together we use a range of therapeutic methods and choose what is most helpful for you. Therapy plans can include development and practicing new ways for you to work with your most challenging experiences, so they feel like less of a barrier to do what matters most to you.
Ajani Wadood has extensive experience providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to clients across the lifespan, individuals starting from 3 years and over, and couples. Ajani is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, and a behaviour therapist. Ajani has worked in a range of roles including a registered teacher, NDIS Key worker, Early intervention specialist and Autism Specialist. in addition Ajani have worked with children, adolescents and teenagers and there families.
Ajani Wadood has extensive experience providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to clients across the lifespan, individuals starting from 3 years and over, and couples. Ajani is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, and a behaviour therapist. Ajani has worked in a range of roles including a registered teacher, NDIS Key worker, Early intervention specialist and Autism Specialist. in addition Ajani have worked with children, adolescents and teenagers and there families.
Every person is unique, and we each experience life’s challenges in our own way. While similar situations may touch our lives, our responses to them are deeply personal and complex. I believe that therapy should reflect this individuality—there is no one-size-fits-all solution. My approach is tailored to meet you where you are, recognizing that what works for one person may not work for another, even if they’ve faced the same circumstances. Together, we’ll explore your needs, strengths, and goals to find the path that feels right for you.
Every person is unique, and we each experience life’s challenges in our own way. While similar situations may touch our lives, our responses to them are deeply personal and complex. I believe that therapy should reflect this individuality—there is no one-size-fits-all solution. My approach is tailored to meet you where you are, recognizing that what works for one person may not work for another, even if they’ve faced the same circumstances. Together, we’ll explore your needs, strengths, and goals to find the path that feels right for you.
I practice from a social work, intersectional and culturally responsive framework and use CBT, Family Systems, EMDR, ACT and other evidence based techniques to support you to gain deeper insight into your belief systems, triggers, needs and values.
I approach my work with people in a trauma informed, supportive, empathic and non judgmental way. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to enable you to have a sanctuary for self discovery and connection as we work through life's complexities together. I work with adults of all ages and have extensive experience in grief, loss and trauma, including infertility, suicide and estrangement. My practice approach is grounded in social work theory and evidence based psychological strategies. I work collaboratively with you to build sustainable skills and approaches to support your mental health into the future.
I practice from a social work, intersectional and culturally responsive framework and use CBT, Family Systems, EMDR, ACT and other evidence based techniques to support you to gain deeper insight into your belief systems, triggers, needs and values.
I approach my work with people in a trauma informed, supportive, empathic and non judgmental way. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to enable you to have a sanctuary for self discovery and connection as we work through life's complexities together. I work with adults of all ages and have extensive experience in grief, loss and trauma, including infertility, suicide and estrangement. My practice approach is grounded in social work theory and evidence based psychological strategies. I work collaboratively with you to build sustainable skills and approaches to support your mental health into the future.
Hello, I am a registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 12 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
Hello, I am a registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 12 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
I draw on Internal Family Systems, Schema Therapy, ACT, and strengths-based approaches to help you understand your protective patterns and "parts" that have developed through life experience.
Whether you are working through the impacts of trauma, managing anxiety or stress, navigating relationship challenges, or adjusting to life's changes, I aim to support you in developing greater self-understanding, emotional wellbeing, and confidence. Reaching out for support is a courageous step, and I feel privileged to walk alongside you.
I draw on Internal Family Systems, Schema Therapy, ACT, and strengths-based approaches to help you understand your protective patterns and "parts" that have developed through life experience.
Whether you are working through the impacts of trauma, managing anxiety or stress, navigating relationship challenges, or adjusting to life's changes, I aim to support you in developing greater self-understanding, emotional wellbeing, and confidence. Reaching out for support is a courageous step, and I feel privileged to walk alongside you.
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- Baxter
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- Frankston
- Frankston South
- Hampton Park
- Langwarrin
- Narre Warren
- Seaford
- Skye
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.