Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Edmonton, AB
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Devon Joy Mark
Psychologist, BScN, MEd, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Modalities:
family systems
, cognitive, emotionally focused, somatic processing, mindfulness, eye movement desensitization, Neurolinguistic Programming, learning in trance, couples.
Using mind-body-spirit therapies, we focus on resilience, what and you love, how you have dealt with past issues, what you have already created or accomplished in life. What is your "intention" personally, in relationships, for work/creativity? Anxiety, depression, trauma, living well with chronic pain, health, relationships, work place, loss of meaning or direction in life, and creative performance. I am best suited to clients who are interested in incorporating body-mind modalities as well as "talk". Teleconferencing (Zoom, FaceTime) works very well . In person is available.

Laura Brieva
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome! My name is Laura and I provide psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and couples across Alberta. My interests and experiences include working with individuals experiencing complex trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, insominia, substance use, and life transitions. I provide services in both English and Spanish and enjoy working with diverse populations using multi-cultural counselling. My therapeutic approach draws from Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Internal
Family Systems
(
IFS
), and Attachment-based approaches.

Pragya Sharma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
, working with the body), parts work (informed by internal
family systems
), and EMDR.
I work predominantly with folks who are racialized, 2SLGBTIQ, neurodivergent, and/or disabled. Often, those I work with have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder; experience identity-based trauma; struggle with relationships, emotional regulation, or impulsivity; want greater self-awareness or understanding; want to feel a sense of belonging, connection, and safety; or generally, want more joy in their lives.
Not accepting new clients

Joanne Higgins
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I also use Critical Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal
Family Systems
(
IFS
) and Narrative Therapy.
I'm an experienced clinician who has been in the field of Addiction and Mental Health for over 10 years. I have worked in community clinics, hospitals, group homes and with assertive community treatment teams. I've supported people with a variety of presentations including psychosis, intellectual disability, PTSD, CPTSD, dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, personality disorders and substance use. I have a special interest in working with family members (children, siblings, parents) who may have a loved one with a mental health related concern. I also provide support to first responders and members of the military.

Alice Wilmes
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, RPC, CT, CCTP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a registered counselor with extended experience and specialized training in various modalities including EMDR, Internal
Family Systems
, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Attachment-Focused Therapy, and Somatic and Mindfulness-Based Approaches.
Are you ready to feel connected again, to let go of trauma, dysfunctional habits, and fears that have prevented you from moving forward and reaching your goals? I can help. I work in the areas of self-esteem, emotional regulation, eating disorders, addictions, relationships, work, and overall fulfillment in life. Whether you are caught in destructive patterns, experiencing anxiety, depression, panic, unexplainable sadness, or disconnection from yourself, together we can work to help you gain a sense of grounding, safety, healing, and freedom.
Not accepting new clients

Tara Lutchman
Psychologist, MA
Verified
Verified
I primarily use
IFS
(internal
family systems
), EMDR (eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing), and somatic therapies to help clients heal from and cope more effectively with difficulties having to do with mood disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, complex trauma (i.e. repeated painful experiences of betrayal, abandonment, or boundary violations); grief, disrupted attachment in early childhood, as well as experiences of discrimination, exclusion, or shaming on the basis of sexuality, sexual orientation, cultural identity, or anything else that unjustly marks an individual as inferior.

Veronica Del Peral Ramos
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also incorporate trauma focused approaches such as EMDR and others like DBT, narrative therapy and Internal
Family Systems
.
I am someone that is very compassionate, kind and curious. I believe that everyone has the inherent right to choose and to live a wholehearted life that’s fulfilling and abides by their own personal values. My goal is to create an environment where clients can feel comfortable to explore their experiences without judgement. Everyone will be valued & welcomed as they are. Together, we will work towards helping you achieve your counselling goals. The main focus will be on your strengths and resources, and to develop new ways of dealing with life's challenges.

Suzan Erritzoe Transpersonal Counsellor
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4 Endorsed
4 Endorsed
I am here to offer couples and Individuals my guidance into what we are beyond the psychological structures and past traumas. My educational background, and 22 years of professional experience, draws from various therapeutic traditions and methods such as the cognitive,(CBT), systemic, (
IFS
), psychodynamic and existential, but it is the deeper and transpersonal perspective and approach that has my heart; It is about growing a loving awareness of yourself, your inner self, and what is beyond the self; to tap into a greater sense of our connectedness with everything, to be at home inside, and to build our life in that.

Effat Daftarchi
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My practices evolved over time but always followed through the line of trauma. I work with kids as young as four up until whatever age they want to continue therapy. I am fortunate enough to have a very formative experience in EMDR,
IFS
, IFIO, and Clinical Hypnosis to address the needs of my clients. As a psychologist, I believe that to have good mental health, the individual must be treated as the whole person. So, I integrate the mind and body into my practice to help my clients to overcome depression, anxiety, grief, stress, mood disorders, and PTSD. I also proudly offer NeurOptimal Neurofeedback for brain training.

Jessica Ferro
Psychologist, MC:AT, RPsych
Verified
Verified
My approach is founded in person-centered therapy, and I integrate acceptance & commitment therapy, internal
family systems
, somatic experiencing, psychoeducation, and feminism.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, stress, relationship issues, life/career transitions, low self-esteem, work/life imbalance, or trauma? Or are you seeking more fulfillment out of life? If so, I am here to help. I am a registered psychologist offering virtual counselling to adults anywhere in Alberta and the Yukon. Work with me from the comfort of your home, with your pets around, and without the added time and stress of travel.

Josh Dempsey
Counsellor, BA, RTC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I believe in genuine connection with my clients, and I use an approach centred on relationships, bringing in techniques based on Gestalt, Bowen’s
Family Systems
Theory, Transpersonal Psychology, AEDP, Somatic, and Experiential Therapy (among others).
Do you find yourself struggling with Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Life Transitions, Grief, Boundaries, Self Esteem, Relationship or Parenting issues? I am offering support to Adults, Teens and Couples that are looking to enrich their connections with themselves, and those in their lives.
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Faaria Meghji
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I primarily draw on my training and experience in Internal
Family Systems
Therapy (parts work) and Hakomi Therapy (mindfulness-based and body-centered).
Do you feel like your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are often misaligned with who you want to be, who you really are deep inside? Are you ready to begin transforming the beliefs, emotions, and patterns you hold inside of yourself that keep you from fully living the life that you want? Together we can explore the roots of whatever you are currently wanting help with - be it emotional regulation, self-compassion, relationships, depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, sexuality, spirituality, and racial identity. These roots can span across multiple generations, often inviting us to tune in to our ancestral history.

Daniel Klassen
Counsellor, RCC, CCTP-II, C-PD, ADHDCSP, ASDCS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Using a dynamic approach, I will focus on thought with CBT, emotions with EFT, and somatic issues, cumulating and combining into
IFS
work, to dislodge burdens of pain.
I work from a strength base perspective, specializing in individuals who have had early childhood trauma, with those who have C-PTSD, episodes of dissociation through to multiple personalities, personality disorders, ADHD or Autism, as well as with Couple and Family relationship issues. I seek to identify breakages in thought that produce skewed emotions undermining unity of being. Trauma dislodges us from ourselves. The disturbance / horror clients witnessed, needs to be answered and mended through revealing, liberating, and engaging their immense inner strength with competent care - which brings about release, freedom and healing.

Graham Nelson-Zutter
Counsellor, RTC, CT, RPC-C
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I help clients work through inner conflict using parts and
IFS
.
If you are seeking to understand your relationships, what your deepest values are, and who you are, I provide a safe place for you to explore these questions. If you have suffered through the experience of needing to hide your authentic self, we can collaborate to discover the life you are meant to live. I would like to help you be the author of the next chapter of your life story. I am interested in hearing your experience of life and learning how you move through the path set out before you. Together, we’ll tap into inner resources to help you on your journey and explore core values that will illuminate the steps ahead.

Merel Scheepens
Counsellor, MA, CCC, LMHCA, CPC
Verified
Verified
If you want to find your own life back, I would love to be your guide. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I specialize in PTSD and Complex Trauma. I have done extensive training in working with trauma with adolescents and adults. I am trustworthy. I work with the newest trauma therapy modalities. I use a combination of parts work (Internal
Family Systems
), Somatic therapy, eye-brain techniques, Emotional Focused Therapy and Attachment theory, and have level 2 of Complex Trauma Certification Training (CCPT-2). I have lived in four different countries and aim to be culturally informed, strength-based, and collaborative.

Rebecca Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been trained in EMDR, Internal
Family Systems
, and well as Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy.
Do you find yourself struggling with hopeless, anxiety, worry and general unease? Do you find yourself having difficulty in relationships and can't seem to figure out why? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic experience and continuing to feel the impact? You might even feel unworthy and not like yourself. I am a passionate believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and sometimes just need support along the way. My counselling approach is focused on helping you to find answers, develop skills and awareness to become empowered in your life.

Nathalie Gisèle Mercier
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I see adult individuals and couples from all walks of life who are feeling it's time to talk to someone about their relationship issues, feeling overwhelmed or grief with many life changes and stresses, past traumas, much more. I have openings now and I welcome new clients. J'offre la thérapie et le soutien psychologique pour couples et individus adultes de tous milieux qui sentent qu'il est temps de parler à quelqu'un de leurs relations, se sentant submergé et stressé par plusieurs changements dans la vie, fesant face au passé, parmi plusieurs autres. Je suis disponible dès aujourd'hui et nouveaux clients sont les bienvenus.

Lisa Hua
Psychologist, BA, MC, RPsych
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
You may have tried your own strategies, Googled your symptoms, or just feel nothing is working. That's the hard part and you don't have to do it alone. I am a Registered Psychologist passionate about helping teens and adults feel more connected again. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, emotional regulation, OCD, and relationship trauma. I work with clients who often feel frustrated searching for the 'right' answer when nothing feels right. This frustration can intensify and distance you from who you are. I work with you to find your balance and experience the freedom to get back to what matters most to you.

Neisau Ramcharan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RCSW
Verified
Verified
Life can be complex and challenging to manage alone. Even with great friends and family, sometimes, it isn't enough. You may not want to burden them with what is causing your stress or something you are trying to navigate or better understand but still want to give yourself a chance to thrive and persevere. You want to be as healthy as you can be from the inside out and you commit to giving yourself that chance.

Teela Tomassetti
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, BA, CCC
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about the work that I do and feel that it is a privilege to be in this role. I believe in walking alongside my clients and respect that this is their journey and that they are the experts of their own lives. I feel that everyone is unique and thus my counselling approach flexes to meet your individual needs by blending techniques. I believe that it is essential to create a warm, inviting and engaging space for you. One that creates a sense of safety and security as you work through the challenges that brought you to me.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counsellors
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.