Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Boulder, CO
Times are tough right now, and you might be feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness, and loneliness. Some days it's hard to even get started at all. Or maybe you feel disconnected from your partner, like they don't understand you or care, and you wonder if you'll ever feel love again. You might be trying hard to forgive your partner for having an affair, but you just can't, and you're afraid you won't ever get past it. You do not have to struggle alone, and together we can work toward getting you or your relationship to a better place.
Times are tough right now, and you might be feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness, and loneliness. Some days it's hard to even get started at all. Or maybe you feel disconnected from your partner, like they don't understand you or care, and you wonder if you'll ever feel love again. You might be trying hard to forgive your partner for having an affair, but you just can't, and you're afraid you won't ever get past it. You do not have to struggle alone, and together we can work toward getting you or your relationship to a better place.
I draw from advanced training in attachment focused and energetic therapies such as EMDR, AEDP, as well as from Internal Family Systems (parts).
To the deep feelers and thinkers, those who notice things that others miss, I see you. 30% of us are born with more finely-tuned nervous systems than others, yet most of us have been made to feel different, strange, and "too sensitive". If you often get overwhelmed by life and the chaos of the world, there's absolutely nothing wrong with you. I love helping Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and others with neurodiverse brains understand themselves in light of their sensitivity, heal from past trauma, and gain the self-trust to soar.
I draw from advanced training in attachment focused and energetic therapies such as EMDR, AEDP, as well as from Internal Family Systems (parts).
To the deep feelers and thinkers, those who notice things that others miss, I see you. 30% of us are born with more finely-tuned nervous systems than others, yet most of us have been made to feel different, strange, and "too sensitive". If you often get overwhelmed by life and the chaos of the world, there's absolutely nothing wrong with you. I love helping Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and others with neurodiverse brains understand themselves in light of their sensitivity, heal from past trauma, and gain the self-trust to soar.
You've sat in the medicine ceremonies, explored many healing modalities, and you're looking for a process to bring embodied change to your life. As a deep-feeler, seeker, high achiever, and/or highly-sensitive person (HSP), I'm sure you're not new to the world of therapy and personal development. You're not just looking for any therapist or modality, you're looking for the RIGHT person and process that can help you to discover previously unknown truths about yourself, process developmental & attachment wounds, shift inherited relational patterns, and accelerate your personal development and spiritual growth.
You've sat in the medicine ceremonies, explored many healing modalities, and you're looking for a process to bring embodied change to your life. As a deep-feeler, seeker, high achiever, and/or highly-sensitive person (HSP), I'm sure you're not new to the world of therapy and personal development. You're not just looking for any therapist or modality, you're looking for the RIGHT person and process that can help you to discover previously unknown truths about yourself, process developmental & attachment wounds, shift inherited relational patterns, and accelerate your personal development and spiritual growth.
Stephanie Kelsey Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, BSN, RN
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and EMDR and its related therapeutic techniques (Tapping/EFT and Flash EMDR), along with positive psychology and ACT are amazing resources that can be supportive to all of us as "tools in the tool belt" when we are working through something difficult.
We are here on this planet together, frequently experiencing very similar life events and yet sometimes we feel we cannot talk with others about what we think are very difficult personal experiences. I have been that quiet and alone person, not sure how to heal or grow or move beyond difficult events. You do not need to suffer alone. Reaching out to a therapist is a way to talk about the stuff that feels overwhelming or too embarrassing or confusing to manage on your own. Talking with a therapist can also bring new insights and expansion of the heart. Reach out and let's see if we could be a good team together.
Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and EMDR and its related therapeutic techniques (Tapping/EFT and Flash EMDR), along with positive psychology and ACT are amazing resources that can be supportive to all of us as "tools in the tool belt" when we are working through something difficult.
We are here on this planet together, frequently experiencing very similar life events and yet sometimes we feel we cannot talk with others about what we think are very difficult personal experiences. I have been that quiet and alone person, not sure how to heal or grow or move beyond difficult events. You do not need to suffer alone. Reaching out to a therapist is a way to talk about the stuff that feels overwhelming or too embarrassing or confusing to manage on your own. Talking with a therapist can also bring new insights and expansion of the heart. Reach out and let's see if we could be a good team together.
I offer somatic trauma therapy, IFS (Internal Family Systems), sex therapy, and psychedelic therapy for people working through trauma, shame, grief, and sexual issues.
Our work may include unpacking internalized shame, healing past wounds, exploring your sexuality without judgment, or learning to safely inhabit your body and emotions. We don’t just talk about what’s wrong—we reconnect with what feels alive, grounded, and real in you, allowing vitality, creativity, and self-trust to reemerge.
I offer somatic trauma therapy, IFS (Internal Family Systems), sex therapy, and psychedelic therapy for people working through trauma, shame, grief, and sexual issues.
Our work may include unpacking internalized shame, healing past wounds, exploring your sexuality without judgment, or learning to safely inhabit your body and emotions. We don’t just talk about what’s wrong—we reconnect with what feels alive, grounded, and real in you, allowing vitality, creativity, and self-trust to reemerge.
Hi, I’m Kendra, a somatic psychotherapist with over 12 years specializing with anxious overachievers to create real, embodied change and a life you love!
You're successful on the outside, but inside you feel stuck in overthinking, always needing to be productive, or looping in old addictive patterns you can’t seem to shake. You struggle to give yourself permission to just chill or be creative, you want more presence + fun in relationships, & you want to be able to unwind without food, alcohol, or mindless scrolling.
If this resonates, you’re not broken— on an unconscious level, your body may not feel safe with change. Yet.
Hi, I’m Kendra, a somatic psychotherapist with over 12 years specializing with anxious overachievers to create real, embodied change and a life you love!
You're successful on the outside, but inside you feel stuck in overthinking, always needing to be productive, or looping in old addictive patterns you can’t seem to shake. You struggle to give yourself permission to just chill or be creative, you want more presence + fun in relationships, & you want to be able to unwind without food, alcohol, or mindless scrolling.
If this resonates, you’re not broken— on an unconscious level, your body may not feel safe with change. Yet.
I am a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), an Internal Family Systems practitioner ( IFS), a Certified Brainspotter, and an Integral Somatic Psychology practitioner.
I’m Dr. Chanin, a depth-oriented somatic psychotherapist and intuitive, dedicated to helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and heal what has been held in your nervous system for far too long. Healing is relational, embodied, and an integrative process. We all innately have what we need to heal, grow, or transform; all we need is a witness or present non-judgmental support. Allow me to be your witness and support you on your journey. Healing is not a destination; it is a process of awareness, acceptance, and transformation. I’m here to help you reclaim what trauma, loss, and systems may have taken away: connection to Self.
I am a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), an Internal Family Systems practitioner ( IFS), a Certified Brainspotter, and an Integral Somatic Psychology practitioner.
I’m Dr. Chanin, a depth-oriented somatic psychotherapist and intuitive, dedicated to helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and heal what has been held in your nervous system for far too long. Healing is relational, embodied, and an integrative process. We all innately have what we need to heal, grow, or transform; all we need is a witness or present non-judgmental support. Allow me to be your witness and support you on your journey. Healing is not a destination; it is a process of awareness, acceptance, and transformation. I’m here to help you reclaim what trauma, loss, and systems may have taken away: connection to Self.
My work is primarily guided by somatic and Internal Family Systems ( IFS)-informed approaches, viewing the body as a source of wisdom and insight.
I specialize in working with trauma recovery, attachment wounds, and personal growth. I am especially passionate about providing a deeply affirming, inclusive, and safe space for the LGBTQ+ community, bringing lived experience and deep care to supporting clients through matters of identity, relationships, and self-acceptance.
My work is primarily guided by somatic and Internal Family Systems ( IFS)-informed approaches, viewing the body as a source of wisdom and insight.
I specialize in working with trauma recovery, attachment wounds, and personal growth. I am especially passionate about providing a deeply affirming, inclusive, and safe space for the LGBTQ+ community, bringing lived experience and deep care to supporting clients through matters of identity, relationships, and self-acceptance.
I take an eclectic approach and integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychoanalytic, IFS, Solution Focused, and Person-Centered therapies into my practice.
Hi, my name is Jules and my journey in mental health has been marked by a profound commitment to assisting those grappling with substance use disorders and a spectrum of mental health challenges. This includes PTSD & trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, addiction, emotional regulation, and life transitions. As a tele-health therapy practice, I can offer EMDR or talk therapy services to anyone residing in the state of Colorado.
I take an eclectic approach and integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychoanalytic, IFS, Solution Focused, and Person-Centered therapies into my practice.
Hi, my name is Jules and my journey in mental health has been marked by a profound commitment to assisting those grappling with substance use disorders and a spectrum of mental health challenges. This includes PTSD & trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, addiction, emotional regulation, and life transitions. As a tele-health therapy practice, I can offer EMDR or talk therapy services to anyone residing in the state of Colorado.
I have also trained in Social Thinking, Special Education, IFS, and a number of other psychotherapy approaches.
I provide therapy and coaching for neurologically diverse adults who may at times feel challenged, confused or exhausted by the social world. I enjoy helping clients to interpret the 'invisible' rules of social relationships, and to problem-solve practical challenges they may face at home, work, or school. I use EMDR therapy frequently for improving self-regulation, building on strengths, and for processing trauma or other past experiences that may be interfering with clients' daily life. I also provide consultation to parents and caregivers of individuals who are working on social cognition issues.
I have also trained in Social Thinking, Special Education, IFS, and a number of other psychotherapy approaches.
I provide therapy and coaching for neurologically diverse adults who may at times feel challenged, confused or exhausted by the social world. I enjoy helping clients to interpret the 'invisible' rules of social relationships, and to problem-solve practical challenges they may face at home, work, or school. I use EMDR therapy frequently for improving self-regulation, building on strengths, and for processing trauma or other past experiences that may be interfering with clients' daily life. I also provide consultation to parents and caregivers of individuals who are working on social cognition issues.
I support clients in cultivating a relationship with the wisdom of their body, developing a clear and dignified sense of identity in this world, cultivating and maintaining healthy relationships, and in connecting to purpose and meaning in life.
I support clients in cultivating a relationship with the wisdom of their body, developing a clear and dignified sense of identity in this world, cultivating and maintaining healthy relationships, and in connecting to purpose and meaning in life.
Do you feel like something in your life needs to shift, but you are not sure how to get there or what exactly needs to change? I offer affirming and supportive spaces for you to explore old patterns, feelings of disconnection from yourself and others, and the weight of unaligned expectations. Whether you are in need of a trauma-informed approach to help you work through unhealed wounds that show up in your relationships with others or a safe space to explore your authentic self, I am here to support you. My approach supports you through compassionate direction and insightful reflection as you create the life you deserve.
Do you feel like something in your life needs to shift, but you are not sure how to get there or what exactly needs to change? I offer affirming and supportive spaces for you to explore old patterns, feelings of disconnection from yourself and others, and the weight of unaligned expectations. Whether you are in need of a trauma-informed approach to help you work through unhealed wounds that show up in your relationships with others or a safe space to explore your authentic self, I am here to support you. My approach supports you through compassionate direction and insightful reflection as you create the life you deserve.
Are you feeling a disconnect in your relationships, or not getting the respect and connection you truly desire? I'm here to help. With genuine warmth and a passion for helping people thrive, I've guided thousands on their relationship journeys. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in helping you overcome common roadblocks, such as boundary issues and struggles with vulnerability. My goal is to empower you to create the extraordinary relationships you've always wanted.
Are you feeling a disconnect in your relationships, or not getting the respect and connection you truly desire? I'm here to help. With genuine warmth and a passion for helping people thrive, I've guided thousands on their relationship journeys. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in helping you overcome common roadblocks, such as boundary issues and struggles with vulnerability. My goal is to empower you to create the extraordinary relationships you've always wanted.
Are you seeking specialized therapy for PTSD or OCD? Or looking for a person-centered therapist knowledgeable and experienced in working with a wide array of symptoms, life experiences, populations, and diagnoses?
If so, I may be a good fit for you! In session, I focus on interweaving evidence-based therapies with a warm and personal style, so that you can both process the many trials and uncertainties of life as well as receive effective and personalized treatment.
Are you seeking specialized therapy for PTSD or OCD? Or looking for a person-centered therapist knowledgeable and experienced in working with a wide array of symptoms, life experiences, populations, and diagnoses?
If so, I may be a good fit for you! In session, I focus on interweaving evidence-based therapies with a warm and personal style, so that you can both process the many trials and uncertainties of life as well as receive effective and personalized treatment.
Attachment-based couples therapy integrating Gottman, PACT, IFIO & RLT. If you & your partner are navigating blended family complexity, remarriage, co-parenting dynamics, or a major life transition, your relationship deserves specialized, thoughtful care. You may love each other deeply, yet feel caught in painful cycles of reactivity, distance, or misalignment. Perhaps stepfamily stress, shifting roles, or unresolved attachment wounds are quietly shaping your connection. I work with committed, growth-oriented couples who want more than conflict management, they want emotional security, clarity, & partnership that feels intentional.
Attachment-based couples therapy integrating Gottman, PACT, IFIO & RLT. If you & your partner are navigating blended family complexity, remarriage, co-parenting dynamics, or a major life transition, your relationship deserves specialized, thoughtful care. You may love each other deeply, yet feel caught in painful cycles of reactivity, distance, or misalignment. Perhaps stepfamily stress, shifting roles, or unresolved attachment wounds are quietly shaping your connection. I work with committed, growth-oriented couples who want more than conflict management, they want emotional security, clarity, & partnership that feels intentional.
I utilize various theoretical approaches in this work, including: existential, humanistic, CBT, narrative, mindfulness, internal family systems (parts work), Gestalt, psychodynamic, and client-centered approaches.
My ideal client is often managing issues around depression, anxiety, loss of meaning in life, relationship issues, unresolved trauma, low self-worth, ADHD, the need to clarify one's values, addiction, gender identity, couples work, and sexual orientation. Clients often seek help understanding the source of their issues and are looking for insight about how to improve their lives and their relationship with themselves and others. The goal when I work with clients is to give them tools to manage their issues and to assist them in exploring the roots of those issues and move toward greater self-understanding and happiness.
I utilize various theoretical approaches in this work, including: existential, humanistic, CBT, narrative, mindfulness, internal family systems (parts work), Gestalt, psychodynamic, and client-centered approaches.
My ideal client is often managing issues around depression, anxiety, loss of meaning in life, relationship issues, unresolved trauma, low self-worth, ADHD, the need to clarify one's values, addiction, gender identity, couples work, and sexual orientation. Clients often seek help understanding the source of their issues and are looking for insight about how to improve their lives and their relationship with themselves and others. The goal when I work with clients is to give them tools to manage their issues and to assist them in exploring the roots of those issues and move toward greater self-understanding and happiness.
Patrick McKinney
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, EMDR
5 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
I do parts work (Internal Family Systems) and help clients integrate aspects of self that need healing and care
Are there aspects of yourself that seem to work against your well being? Are you wanting deeper relationships or perhaps experiencing anxiety or depression? Perhaps you are struggling with decision making or a transition, or maybe you have inherited family trauma that you need help processing and integrating.
I’d like to help you explore avenues for cultivating a richer, more meaningful life. Together we can look at the reactive patterns that keep you from living harmoniously, and help you live with grace, connection and intention. In all of us there is a true self waiting to be expressed; it is unblemished, full of potential.
I do parts work (Internal Family Systems) and help clients integrate aspects of self that need healing and care
Are there aspects of yourself that seem to work against your well being? Are you wanting deeper relationships or perhaps experiencing anxiety or depression? Perhaps you are struggling with decision making or a transition, or maybe you have inherited family trauma that you need help processing and integrating.
I’d like to help you explore avenues for cultivating a richer, more meaningful life. Together we can look at the reactive patterns that keep you from living harmoniously, and help you live with grace, connection and intention. In all of us there is a true self waiting to be expressed; it is unblemished, full of potential.
I am a licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been helping people with their challenges and pain for many years. Life can be very hard sometimes, and we often need some helpful support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, etc. I can offer you a sympathetic ear and a set of tools and skills to help you move your life in a more positive direction. I can also help you work through any old or current traumas you may have so that your life can flow more freely and bring you joy.
I am a licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been helping people with their challenges and pain for many years. Life can be very hard sometimes, and we often need some helpful support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, etc. I can offer you a sympathetic ear and a set of tools and skills to help you move your life in a more positive direction. I can also help you work through any old or current traumas you may have so that your life can flow more freely and bring you joy.
Are you ready to deepen your relationship with yourself and feel more connected and alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, shut down or confused about your emotions? The challenges and conflicts you are experiencing are painful and they are also an amazing opportunity for learning and growth. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of the therapeutic relationship to heal and transform. When you feel safe, secure, and understood you can more easefully create the positive change you most desire in your life and uncover your true essence.
Are you ready to deepen your relationship with yourself and feel more connected and alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, shut down or confused about your emotions? The challenges and conflicts you are experiencing are painful and they are also an amazing opportunity for learning and growth. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of the therapeutic relationship to heal and transform. When you feel safe, secure, and understood you can more easefully create the positive change you most desire in your life and uncover your true essence.
I've taken additional trainings in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems.
You’re ready for something deeper.
You’ve done the personal growth work. Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy or self-help, but the same patterns keep showing up—and something inside you is saying: It’s time for real change.
I help high-achieving professionals, creatives, and spiritual seekers in Colorado who are ready to move beyond surface-level healing and access lasting transformation. Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, addiction, or a major life transition, you don’t have to do it alone.
I've taken additional trainings in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems.
You’re ready for something deeper.
You’ve done the personal growth work. Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy or self-help, but the same patterns keep showing up—and something inside you is saying: It’s time for real change.
I help high-achieving professionals, creatives, and spiritual seekers in Colorado who are ready to move beyond surface-level healing and access lasting transformation. Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, addiction, or a major life transition, you don’t have to do it alone.
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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.