Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in South Fremantle, WA
I work with people who hold a lot, executives, business owners, professionals, parents, and couples others rely on. From the outside, life looks successful, but internally there’s pressure, disconnection, or strain.
Some come in crisis, burnout, conflict, or transition. Others feel the gap between how they’re living and what’s possible.
We go beyond talk and work with the patterns underneath, nervous system responses, past conditioning, and behaviour. From there, we build the capacity to respond differently, creating real change in life and relationships.
I work with people who hold a lot, executives, business owners, professionals, parents, and couples others rely on. From the outside, life looks successful, but internally there’s pressure, disconnection, or strain.
Some come in crisis, burnout, conflict, or transition. Others feel the gap between how they’re living and what’s possible.
We go beyond talk and work with the patterns underneath, nervous system responses, past conditioning, and behaviour. From there, we build the capacity to respond differently, creating real change in life and relationships.
I see older adolescents and adults, and am able to draw on my training and experience with Brief and Long Term Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and CBT, depending on best fit for your issues and your personality.
I’m a highly experienced Clin Psych and Psychotherapist. I love helping people discover the underlying cause of their difficulties so they can make sense of them and move on. I have worked in Public and Private Hospitals, consulted to the Defence Force in my capacity as Senior Clinical Psychologist , and been in private practice for almost 30 years.
I see older adolescents and adults, and am able to draw on my training and experience with Brief and Long Term Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and CBT, depending on best fit for your issues and your personality.
I’m a highly experienced Clin Psych and Psychotherapist. I love helping people discover the underlying cause of their difficulties so they can make sense of them and move on. I have worked in Public and Private Hospitals, consulted to the Defence Force in my capacity as Senior Clinical Psychologist , and been in private practice for almost 30 years.
My approach integrates person-centred, strengths-based, and psychodynamic frameworks with Internal Family Systems ( IFS), somatic experiencing, embodiment practices, creative and transpersonal therapies to support clients in reconnecting with themselves, fostering resilience, self-awareness, and healing through movement and presence.
I’m a trauma-informed counsellor and mediator. I bring both professional expertise and embodied insight to my practice, offering holistic, inclusive, and culturally responsive support in-person and online. My approach blends person-centred, somatic, and creative therapies to support people navigating trauma, grief, addiction, identity, and life transitions. Respecting each client’s unique story, values, and inner wisdom as the foundation for healing and growth I offer safe, affirming care rooted in cultural safety, presence, creativity, and purpose.
My approach integrates person-centred, strengths-based, and psychodynamic frameworks with Internal Family Systems ( IFS), somatic experiencing, embodiment practices, creative and transpersonal therapies to support clients in reconnecting with themselves, fostering resilience, self-awareness, and healing through movement and presence.
I’m a trauma-informed counsellor and mediator. I bring both professional expertise and embodied insight to my practice, offering holistic, inclusive, and culturally responsive support in-person and online. My approach blends person-centred, somatic, and creative therapies to support people navigating trauma, grief, addiction, identity, and life transitions. Respecting each client’s unique story, values, and inner wisdom as the foundation for healing and growth I offer safe, affirming care rooted in cultural safety, presence, creativity, and purpose.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space to slow down, understand what's happening, and discover new possibilities.
My Somatic and Mindfulness-Based approach goes beyond talking alone, helping you develop awareness of your thoughts, emotions and body’s responses to support meaningful change.
My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed. Sessions are tailored to your individual needs. Together we'll develop practical strategies to help you feel better now while exploring deeper patterns that support lasting change and a more fulfilling life.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space to slow down, understand what's happening, and discover new possibilities.
My Somatic and Mindfulness-Based approach goes beyond talking alone, helping you develop awareness of your thoughts, emotions and body’s responses to support meaningful change.
My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed. Sessions are tailored to your individual needs. Together we'll develop practical strategies to help you feel better now while exploring deeper patterns that support lasting change and a more fulfilling life.
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
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Vic is a clinical social worker who is extremely passionate about and committed to providing a safe and supportive space for people to share their personal experiences to access healing, well-being, and quality of life from past, present or futures traumas. As a social worker and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist Vic uses a range of modalities to inform her practice and personalises her approach to meet individual needs as she works with individuals, families, and communities, across different ages and stages of life within a broad variety of settings.
Vic is a clinical social worker who is extremely passionate about and committed to providing a safe and supportive space for people to share their personal experiences to access healing, well-being, and quality of life from past, present or futures traumas. As a social worker and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist Vic uses a range of modalities to inform her practice and personalises her approach to meet individual needs as she works with individuals, families, and communities, across different ages and stages of life within a broad variety of settings.
I utilize various therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Gottman's Couples Therapy, EFT, and Internal Family Systems, tailoring my approach to suit each client's individual needs and preferences.
As a queer Sexologist and Mental Health Social Worker, I am here to support clients with a range of presenting difficulties. I offer sex therapy, relationship/couples therapy, perinatal therapy, and general counselling. I have expertise in supporting those with sexual function issues, including painful sex, erectile dysfunction, vaginismus and more. I also support people experiencing performance anxiety, mismatch in desire, body image concerns, relationship issues, sexual assault survivors, sex workers, and those needing support exploring gender and sexuality. I provide a warm, safe and non-judgemental space to meet client needs.
I utilize various therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Gottman's Couples Therapy, EFT, and Internal Family Systems, tailoring my approach to suit each client's individual needs and preferences.
As a queer Sexologist and Mental Health Social Worker, I am here to support clients with a range of presenting difficulties. I offer sex therapy, relationship/couples therapy, perinatal therapy, and general counselling. I have expertise in supporting those with sexual function issues, including painful sex, erectile dysfunction, vaginismus and more. I also support people experiencing performance anxiety, mismatch in desire, body image concerns, relationship issues, sexual assault survivors, sex workers, and those needing support exploring gender and sexuality. I provide a warm, safe and non-judgemental space to meet client needs.
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.
Tranquility Counselling,Psychotherapy & Career Dev
Psychotherapist, MC, ACA-L4
Secret Harbour, WA 6173
Psychotherapy/counselling can seem challenging; however, I invite you to reflect on yourself, discover your inner voice and true self. Therapy is a very personal experience, it’s important that you feel comfortable with your therapist. Feeling heard by someone who is interested in our life is what makes us feel seen enabling us to be vulnerable. Feeling seen enables us to live authentic to who we are as unique individuals. Therapy is also about encouraging you to consider different ways of thinking, trying new strategies and learning new skills. Rewiring the brain on a better path/future forward.
Psychotherapy/counselling can seem challenging; however, I invite you to reflect on yourself, discover your inner voice and true self. Therapy is a very personal experience, it’s important that you feel comfortable with your therapist. Feeling heard by someone who is interested in our life is what makes us feel seen enabling us to be vulnerable. Feeling seen enables us to live authentic to who we are as unique individuals. Therapy is also about encouraging you to consider different ways of thinking, trying new strategies and learning new skills. Rewiring the brain on a better path/future forward.
I’m a registered psychologist and PhD student with lived experience in the arts. My work sits at the intersection of psychology and the creative industries, with a particular interest in supporting performers and creatives to navigate the unique pressures of their work and training. My PhD at WAAPA explores wellbeing in musical theatre performers and students, and my clinical approach is warm, collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practice. I aim to create a space where clients feel understood, supported and able to be themselves.
I’m a registered psychologist and PhD student with lived experience in the arts. My work sits at the intersection of psychology and the creative industries, with a particular interest in supporting performers and creatives to navigate the unique pressures of their work and training. My PhD at WAAPA explores wellbeing in musical theatre performers and students, and my clinical approach is warm, collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practice. I aim to create a space where clients feel understood, supported and able to be themselves.
You’re the one who’s always been “too sensitive,” “too deep,” or “too much.” You’ve carried everyone else’s emotions while quietly neglecting your own. Now you feel tired, unseen, and ready for change.
You want to heal the wounds that keep replaying — the trauma, anxiety, or self-doubt that’s dimmed your light. You crave peace, authenticity, and real connection — not quick fixes, but lasting healing that feels like coming home to yourself.
Deep down, you just want to feel safe in your own skin again — calm, grounded, and whole.
You’re the one who’s always been “too sensitive,” “too deep,” or “too much.” You’ve carried everyone else’s emotions while quietly neglecting your own. Now you feel tired, unseen, and ready for change.
You want to heal the wounds that keep replaying — the trauma, anxiety, or self-doubt that’s dimmed your light. You crave peace, authenticity, and real connection — not quick fixes, but lasting healing that feels like coming home to yourself.
Deep down, you just want to feel safe in your own skin again — calm, grounded, and whole.
I specialise in mood disorders (anxiety, depression, stress), neurological disorders (autism, ADHD, learning difficulties), and family systems.
I may be the right fit for you if you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or challenging relationships. I can also help if you’re struggling to navigate personal identity or feeling like an imposter in your own life. Bulk billing is available for clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (GP referral).
I specialise in mood disorders (anxiety, depression, stress), neurological disorders (autism, ADHD, learning difficulties), and family systems.
I may be the right fit for you if you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or challenging relationships. I can also help if you’re struggling to navigate personal identity or feeling like an imposter in your own life. Bulk billing is available for clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (GP referral).
If you’re questioning your relationship, replaying conversations, or wondering how things became so confusing, you’re not alone. I’m Joanne, and I work with individuals making sense of complex relationship dynamics, particularly following unhealthy or overwhelming experiences. My approach is practical, clear, and grounded. Together, we build understanding, strengthen boundaries, and take steps to move forward with confidence. I offer both ongoing trauma informed, individual counselling and focused single-session appointments for immediate clarity and support.
If you’re questioning your relationship, replaying conversations, or wondering how things became so confusing, you’re not alone. I’m Joanne, and I work with individuals making sense of complex relationship dynamics, particularly following unhealthy or overwhelming experiences. My approach is practical, clear, and grounded. Together, we build understanding, strengthen boundaries, and take steps to move forward with confidence. I offer both ongoing trauma informed, individual counselling and focused single-session appointments for immediate clarity and support.
I am delighted to offer Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFSCA trained) where we shift from simply talking about our issues to making contact with our own parts and providing them a safe place for deep healing to occur.
For many of us life is hectic, both in the outside world and in our own interior world. This can be very confusing and really hard work! When we find a safe space to sit and a compassionate witness, it is as if the dust finally settles and we begin to see more clearly. With this comes re-connection to our own inner calm, clarity, courage and compassion.
I am delighted to offer Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFSCA trained) where we shift from simply talking about our issues to making contact with our own parts and providing them a safe place for deep healing to occur.
For many of us life is hectic, both in the outside world and in our own interior world. This can be very confusing and really hard work! When we find a safe space to sit and a compassionate witness, it is as if the dust finally settles and we begin to see more clearly. With this comes re-connection to our own inner calm, clarity, courage and compassion.
I support adults exploring sexuality, sexual wellbeing, intimacy and desire, including changes in libido, mismatched desire, relationship concerns or questions about sexual identity and preferences. You may be feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, uncertain about what you want, or simply wanting a safe space to talk openly about sex. I also support clients navigating grief, life transitions and personal change. Together, we can explore your experiences without judgement, deepen self-understanding and find a path forward that feels right for you.
I support adults exploring sexuality, sexual wellbeing, intimacy and desire, including changes in libido, mismatched desire, relationship concerns or questions about sexual identity and preferences. You may be feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, uncertain about what you want, or simply wanting a safe space to talk openly about sex. I also support clients navigating grief, life transitions and personal change. Together, we can explore your experiences without judgement, deepen self-understanding and find a path forward that feels right for you.
I use psychodynamic (exploring how earlier childhood experiences influences our present thoughts, feelings and actions), client centred, family systems, trauma-informed and meditative and spiritual approaches where appropriate, to help you gain a great sense of mastery over your life so that you can respond to situations rather than being reactive.
Are you struggling personally and/or professional at the moment? Do you find your feelings overwhelming or do you find it difficult to feel anything? Are you constantly in your head trying to work things out, please others and/or find it difficult to express your own needs?
Discover how you can be the best version of you and begin to heal issues like addiction, mental health, trauma, relationship breakdowns, grief and loss, poor coping skills, low self-esteem and/or lack of self care issues in a way that is kind, compassionate and empathetic.
I use psychodynamic (exploring how earlier childhood experiences influences our present thoughts, feelings and actions), client centred, family systems, trauma-informed and meditative and spiritual approaches where appropriate, to help you gain a great sense of mastery over your life so that you can respond to situations rather than being reactive.
Are you struggling personally and/or professional at the moment? Do you find your feelings overwhelming or do you find it difficult to feel anything? Are you constantly in your head trying to work things out, please others and/or find it difficult to express your own needs?
Discover how you can be the best version of you and begin to heal issues like addiction, mental health, trauma, relationship breakdowns, grief and loss, poor coping skills, low self-esteem and/or lack of self care issues in a way that is kind, compassionate and empathetic.
Hello, I'm Elizabeth.
Perhaps you've spent years surviving the effects of a difficult childhood, abusive relationships, or traumatic experiences. You may understand why you struggle, but still find yourself feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, shame, emotional intensity, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck in the same patterns. I work with adults experiencing Complex PTSD, PTSD, attachment trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, and the lasting effects of emotional, physical or sexual abuse, neglect, and family of origin difficulties.
Hello, I'm Elizabeth.
Perhaps you've spent years surviving the effects of a difficult childhood, abusive relationships, or traumatic experiences. You may understand why you struggle, but still find yourself feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, shame, emotional intensity, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck in the same patterns. I work with adults experiencing Complex PTSD, PTSD, attachment trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, and the lasting effects of emotional, physical or sexual abuse, neglect, and family of origin difficulties.
Utilising GRM, EMDR, IFS, Somatic Sensation Experience Therapy, PVT for CPTSD & dissociation.
Grief and loss are part of everyday life however, there are ways to complete these lost relationships allowing the Client to move forward with their life. Trauma is brought about by events out-with our control or choices we've made or others in our lives. To bring healing from these events includes having a safe place to share the experience so that new ways of managing life are developed to allow healing to take place. This enables my clients to find true peace, rest & joy with life again. Therapy enables my clients to seek & find their true self, empowers them with endurance & tenacity while encouraging them to keep persevering.
Utilising GRM, EMDR, IFS, Somatic Sensation Experience Therapy, PVT for CPTSD & dissociation.
Grief and loss are part of everyday life however, there are ways to complete these lost relationships allowing the Client to move forward with their life. Trauma is brought about by events out-with our control or choices we've made or others in our lives. To bring healing from these events includes having a safe place to share the experience so that new ways of managing life are developed to allow healing to take place. This enables my clients to find true peace, rest & joy with life again. Therapy enables my clients to seek & find their true self, empowers them with endurance & tenacity while encouraging them to keep persevering.
I believe people flourish when the right conditions for wellbeing are present. I work with people of all ages and couples experiencing trauma, anxiety, ADHD and neurodivergence, relationship difficulties, burnout, emotional overwhelm or patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts to change. (For children aged 0-12yrs I may sometimes work with parents/carers, not the child directly). My approach is calm, compassionate and respectful, with a focus on helping you feel safe, understood and supported as we make sense of what is happening beneath the surface, strengthen self-trust and create meaningful, sustainable change.
I believe people flourish when the right conditions for wellbeing are present. I work with people of all ages and couples experiencing trauma, anxiety, ADHD and neurodivergence, relationship difficulties, burnout, emotional overwhelm or patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts to change. (For children aged 0-12yrs I may sometimes work with parents/carers, not the child directly). My approach is calm, compassionate and respectful, with a focus on helping you feel safe, understood and supported as we make sense of what is happening beneath the surface, strengthen self-trust and create meaningful, sustainable change.
You're a busy, highly achieving professional and you're getting tired. Possibly burning out. You're feeling more negative these days and you're struggling sometimes to bring your usual 'A game' to what you do. You've tried holidays, 'self care' and self-help, but nothing seems to do much to move you out of the gloom. You feel stuck. And you're worried, because this can't continue. You want to get your mojo back, continue to achieve greatly, and make a positive difference. Joyfully. Your work matters, and you want to be all you can be. You want to thrive. But how do you even begin to get back to who you truly are?
You're a busy, highly achieving professional and you're getting tired. Possibly burning out. You're feeling more negative these days and you're struggling sometimes to bring your usual 'A game' to what you do. You've tried holidays, 'self care' and self-help, but nothing seems to do much to move you out of the gloom. You feel stuck. And you're worried, because this can't continue. You want to get your mojo back, continue to achieve greatly, and make a positive difference. Joyfully. Your work matters, and you want to be all you can be. You want to thrive. But how do you even begin to get back to who you truly are?
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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.