Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Englewood, CO
My background is in supporting children, survivors of abuse, and individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I bring warmth and compassion into my work, and I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, supported, and understood. I believe that each person comes into therapy with inherent strengths, and I work to help clients recognize and build upon those strengths throughout our time together.
My background is in supporting children, survivors of abuse, and individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I bring warmth and compassion into my work, and I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, supported, and understood. I believe that each person comes into therapy with inherent strengths, and I work to help clients recognize and build upon those strengths throughout our time together.
I know how hard it is to see your child struggle. In a safe, supportive space, I help them express their feelings, build coping skills, and grow their confidence. Using creative, playful, and engaging approaches, I will support your family every step of the way, helping your child thrive through life’s challenges. I work with children, teens, and families facing school adjustment, neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD), anxiety, depression, behavior struggles, friendship issues, and family transitions.
I know how hard it is to see your child struggle. In a safe, supportive space, I help them express their feelings, build coping skills, and grow their confidence. Using creative, playful, and engaging approaches, I will support your family every step of the way, helping your child thrive through life’s challenges. I work with children, teens, and families facing school adjustment, neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD), anxiety, depression, behavior struggles, friendship issues, and family transitions.
My primary therapeutic approach blends parts-work/ IFS (Internal Family Systems) with a solution-focused model.
By pairing this approach for developing greater self-awareness with a solution-focused framework, I help clients identify what’s working, clarify their goals, and build practical steps toward change. My role is to support you in understanding your strengths and internal dialogue in a way that will allow you to move forward with more resilience in life.
My primary therapeutic approach blends parts-work/ IFS (Internal Family Systems) with a solution-focused model.
By pairing this approach for developing greater self-awareness with a solution-focused framework, I help clients identify what’s working, clarify their goals, and build practical steps toward change. My role is to support you in understanding your strengths and internal dialogue in a way that will allow you to move forward with more resilience in life.
My clients might be struggling with self-doubt, burnout, anxiety, or the aftermath of difficult life experiences. Maybe they’ve spent so much time taking care of everyone else that they’ve lost sight of themselves. They want clarity, confidence, and a sense of peace in their lives, but they’re not sure how to get there. More than anything, they want to feel like themselves again—stronger, more present, and more in control of their own story.
My clients might be struggling with self-doubt, burnout, anxiety, or the aftermath of difficult life experiences. Maybe they’ve spent so much time taking care of everyone else that they’ve lost sight of themselves. They want clarity, confidence, and a sense of peace in their lives, but they’re not sure how to get there. More than anything, they want to feel like themselves again—stronger, more present, and more in control of their own story.
You may be feeling unsure about starting counseling, yet deeply ready for change. You want to feel seen, heard, and understood during a season of transition or growth. You might be a student needing better organization and support at school, a young adult navigating identity and independence, or someone facing major life shifts such as marriage, divorce, career change, loss, or retirement. You’re seeking clarity, direction, and a stronger sense of self
You may be feeling unsure about starting counseling, yet deeply ready for change. You want to feel seen, heard, and understood during a season of transition or growth. You might be a student needing better organization and support at school, a young adult navigating identity and independence, or someone facing major life shifts such as marriage, divorce, career change, loss, or retirement. You’re seeking clarity, direction, and a stronger sense of self
I believe two things to be true: that all people have an inner Self-Critic that negates their gifts and sows doubt in their abilities, and also that their struggles can be turned into their "Super Powers" when we can understand how their life experiences got them here. I am here to help you turn from Self-Critical and stuck to harnessing your innate goodness to create the personal progress and satisfying relationships you desire! Whether you want to work on relationship goals, personal goals or help processing trauma, I would be honored to walk with you in non-judgement, ready to listen and help you change your life.
I believe two things to be true: that all people have an inner Self-Critic that negates their gifts and sows doubt in their abilities, and also that their struggles can be turned into their "Super Powers" when we can understand how their life experiences got them here. I am here to help you turn from Self-Critical and stuck to harnessing your innate goodness to create the personal progress and satisfying relationships you desire! Whether you want to work on relationship goals, personal goals or help processing trauma, I would be honored to walk with you in non-judgement, ready to listen and help you change your life.
In addition to holding my provisional counseling license, I hold additional training in IFS, and am also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), and a certified Sound Healer.
Hi! I'm so happy you're here. I approach therapy like any meaningful relationship, and believe it's important that we’re a good match! I believe we all carry different parts of ourselves - some that are eager to grow, and others that are protecting old wounds. Rather than trying to "fix" these parts, I see therapy as a space to get to know them with openness, respect, and even a bit of levity. Regardless of whether you are tending to grief, opening up the door to process your trauma, experiencing anxiety or depression, or just want to dive deeper into yourself, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
In addition to holding my provisional counseling license, I hold additional training in IFS, and am also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), and a certified Sound Healer.
Hi! I'm so happy you're here. I approach therapy like any meaningful relationship, and believe it's important that we’re a good match! I believe we all carry different parts of ourselves - some that are eager to grow, and others that are protecting old wounds. Rather than trying to "fix" these parts, I see therapy as a space to get to know them with openness, respect, and even a bit of levity. Regardless of whether you are tending to grief, opening up the door to process your trauma, experiencing anxiety or depression, or just want to dive deeper into yourself, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
For individuals, we use CBT, ACT, and IFS (Parts work) to heal conflicting parts of yourself.
I work with individuals and couples who often appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or in transition internally. Many are navigating anxiety, burnout, identity shifts, communication challenges, religious deconstruction, or spiritual exploration. They’re often questioning old patterns and ready to rewrite the stories that have shaped them. My clients are seeking more than symptom relief - they want clarity, alignment, and meaningful personal growth.
For individuals, we use CBT, ACT, and IFS (Parts work) to heal conflicting parts of yourself.
I work with individuals and couples who often appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or in transition internally. Many are navigating anxiety, burnout, identity shifts, communication challenges, religious deconstruction, or spiritual exploration. They’re often questioning old patterns and ready to rewrite the stories that have shaped them. My clients are seeking more than symptom relief - they want clarity, alignment, and meaningful personal growth.
Emotions are the spice of life. Sometimes life is too spicy! Life giving you heartburn (like anxiety or depression)? Therapy is kind of like an antacid, it helps you regulate the spice, and soothes you as soon as it kicks in. My role as your therapist is to help you understand what medicine you need to administer yourself in order to feel better. Getting to the root of emotional issues can give you lasting relief. I love working with all clients, but I am especially touched by those who are dedicated to empowering themselves in therapy.
Emotions are the spice of life. Sometimes life is too spicy! Life giving you heartburn (like anxiety or depression)? Therapy is kind of like an antacid, it helps you regulate the spice, and soothes you as soon as it kicks in. My role as your therapist is to help you understand what medicine you need to administer yourself in order to feel better. Getting to the root of emotional issues can give you lasting relief. I love working with all clients, but I am especially touched by those who are dedicated to empowering themselves in therapy.
She is certified as a trauma support specialist and has extensive training in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems).
Lou Ann Wilroy is passionate about supporting clients in their healing journeys with a collaborative and caring approach. Lou Ann helps adults with a wide variety of concerns tap into their inner wisdom and connect with themselves to make lasting changes in their lives. She listens without judgment and partners with clients to identify and achieve their goals, hopes, and dreams, and move toward greater authenticity. Integrating the whole person into the therapy process with holistic practices, Lou Ann creates a space where clients feel safe, accepted, and heard.
She is certified as a trauma support specialist and has extensive training in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems).
Lou Ann Wilroy is passionate about supporting clients in their healing journeys with a collaborative and caring approach. Lou Ann helps adults with a wide variety of concerns tap into their inner wisdom and connect with themselves to make lasting changes in their lives. She listens without judgment and partners with clients to identify and achieve their goals, hopes, and dreams, and move toward greater authenticity. Integrating the whole person into the therapy process with holistic practices, Lou Ann creates a space where clients feel safe, accepted, and heard.
Through mindfulness-based, IFS, and existential therapy, you will gain actionable insights, perspective, and self-awareness - while rebuilding trust in yourself - and resilience to navigate life's challenges along the way.
Are you struggling to balance work, life, and relationships? Are you feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, depressed or unfulfilled, going through the motions of life? Or just really stuck because life isn't quite working out as planned? Life hurts sometimes... but things can be different. I can help you get there. I am an experienced therapist who you can trust, to guide you through the rough patches. I've been doing just that for the past 20+ years, helping my clients grow into the person they want to be while leading more authentic, positive and fulfilling lives.
Through mindfulness-based, IFS, and existential therapy, you will gain actionable insights, perspective, and self-awareness - while rebuilding trust in yourself - and resilience to navigate life's challenges along the way.
Are you struggling to balance work, life, and relationships? Are you feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, depressed or unfulfilled, going through the motions of life? Or just really stuck because life isn't quite working out as planned? Life hurts sometimes... but things can be different. I can help you get there. I am an experienced therapist who you can trust, to guide you through the rough patches. I've been doing just that for the past 20+ years, helping my clients grow into the person they want to be while leading more authentic, positive and fulfilling lives.
Are you someone who finds him/herself experiencing feelings of dissatisfaction and restlessness, within yourself or within your relationships? You know something is wrong but you can’t put your finger on it. Are you feeling reckless, lonely, misunderstood, exhausted and easily irritated? You feel like an imposter at times. You feel apathetic toward things that once brought you pleasure and joy. You might even be suffering from symptoms of panic, anxiety, or depression as a result of this time in your life.
Are you someone who finds him/herself experiencing feelings of dissatisfaction and restlessness, within yourself or within your relationships? You know something is wrong but you can’t put your finger on it. Are you feeling reckless, lonely, misunderstood, exhausted and easily irritated? You feel like an imposter at times. You feel apathetic toward things that once brought you pleasure and joy. You might even be suffering from symptoms of panic, anxiety, or depression as a result of this time in your life.
Are you going through an unending loop of struggle? Perhaps your relationship has devolved from a happy and satisfying love story to a disappointing, distant arrangement. How long can you endure this? Research indicates couples suffer for too long and often wait six years or more to seek professional help for their unhappiness. Career setbacks, illnesses, substance use, and unhealed trauma pummel ones heart and our relationships. It is no wonder people lose their way. It can seem impossible to get past criticism, pain, and years of not showing up as your best self. Are you missing self-love or meaningful relationships?
Are you going through an unending loop of struggle? Perhaps your relationship has devolved from a happy and satisfying love story to a disappointing, distant arrangement. How long can you endure this? Research indicates couples suffer for too long and often wait six years or more to seek professional help for their unhappiness. Career setbacks, illnesses, substance use, and unhealed trauma pummel ones heart and our relationships. It is no wonder people lose their way. It can seem impossible to get past criticism, pain, and years of not showing up as your best self. Are you missing self-love or meaningful relationships?
Lou Ann uses a variety of modalities, tailored for each client's unique journey, including IFS, inner child work, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic and embodied practices, psychodynamic therapy, narcissistic abuse recovery and more.
Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! Lou Ann offers a unique therapeutic experience blending evidence-based counseling with yoga, expressive arts, and nature, based on each client's unique needs and preferences. Her compassionate approach creates a safe space where clients feel deeply heard, supported, and accepted. Clients are empowered to process their experiences, connect with themselves, build resilience, and move toward healing and personal growth.
Lou Ann uses a variety of modalities, tailored for each client's unique journey, including IFS, inner child work, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic and embodied practices, psychodynamic therapy, narcissistic abuse recovery and more.
Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! Lou Ann offers a unique therapeutic experience blending evidence-based counseling with yoga, expressive arts, and nature, based on each client's unique needs and preferences. Her compassionate approach creates a safe space where clients feel deeply heard, supported, and accepted. Clients are empowered to process their experiences, connect with themselves, build resilience, and move toward healing and personal growth.
I use Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Gottman Method, & Internal Family Systems.
Many things can impact our lives and relationships from stress, anxiety, and depression, to trauma, substance use, sexual difficulties, life transitions, and unresolved childhood attachment injuries. My hope is that together we will cultivate new corrective experiences that bring you closer to your true needs and desires. Together, we will identify your goals and set you up to achieve them. Through therapy we will develop better communication and connection skills that will foster deeper connections with the people in your life. I will strive to help you regain confidence in your innate strengths and abilities, hopes, and dreams.
I use Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Gottman Method, & Internal Family Systems.
Many things can impact our lives and relationships from stress, anxiety, and depression, to trauma, substance use, sexual difficulties, life transitions, and unresolved childhood attachment injuries. My hope is that together we will cultivate new corrective experiences that bring you closer to your true needs and desires. Together, we will identify your goals and set you up to achieve them. Through therapy we will develop better communication and connection skills that will foster deeper connections with the people in your life. I will strive to help you regain confidence in your innate strengths and abilities, hopes, and dreams.
My work specializes in individual and couples therapy for those experiencing conflict in their relationship. I anticipate sessions with clients speaking from a position of "rightness" early in therapy with a smooth transition to deepened listening while recognizing personal missteps and growth considerations. As a client, you will be expected to be the main character in your narrative and over time place less change demands on the supportive roles in your life. You will speak with purpose and listen with the intention of learning to step into the next chapter of your relationship with yourself and your partner.
My work specializes in individual and couples therapy for those experiencing conflict in their relationship. I anticipate sessions with clients speaking from a position of "rightness" early in therapy with a smooth transition to deepened listening while recognizing personal missteps and growth considerations. As a client, you will be expected to be the main character in your narrative and over time place less change demands on the supportive roles in your life. You will speak with purpose and listen with the intention of learning to step into the next chapter of your relationship with yourself and your partner.
You feel overwhelmed, tired, and maybe numb. You try to do it all, but it's not working. You feel stuck and constantly worry about things that have hurt you in the past and it's difficult to know how to move on and find joy again. You are surrounded by people, but feel lonely inside. You don't have to feel alone, stuck or overwhelmed. You have everything you need right now to change your life, sometimes we just need a guide, some support or a little help with the right tools to help us identify and change patterns that don't work. Start a new chapter.
You feel overwhelmed, tired, and maybe numb. You try to do it all, but it's not working. You feel stuck and constantly worry about things that have hurt you in the past and it's difficult to know how to move on and find joy again. You are surrounded by people, but feel lonely inside. You don't have to feel alone, stuck or overwhelmed. You have everything you need right now to change your life, sometimes we just need a guide, some support or a little help with the right tools to help us identify and change patterns that don't work. Start a new chapter.
When you are struggling to move past conflicts or getting stuck in all-too-familiar patterns, there should be something so direct, personal, and real about what you discover and practice in therapy that it should dramatically change how you think, feel, and act with others. Therapy should captivate and transform you. That's my specialty. Yet, even though therapy is serious work, there should be room for play: for trying things on, for practice, for being human. As a Certified Emotionally Focused Couple and family therapist, I care about the quality of your relationships. My approach? Connecting. Pragmatic. Thorough. Creative.
When you are struggling to move past conflicts or getting stuck in all-too-familiar patterns, there should be something so direct, personal, and real about what you discover and practice in therapy that it should dramatically change how you think, feel, and act with others. Therapy should captivate and transform you. That's my specialty. Yet, even though therapy is serious work, there should be room for play: for trying things on, for practice, for being human. As a Certified Emotionally Focused Couple and family therapist, I care about the quality of your relationships. My approach? Connecting. Pragmatic. Thorough. Creative.
COUPLES, FAMILY, CHILD and INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy and provide personality, relationship (couple) and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest. I look forward to consulting with you!
COUPLES, FAMILY, CHILD and INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy and provide personality, relationship (couple) and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest. I look forward to consulting with you!
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
At Ellie Mental Health Englewood, we believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up as your whole self—without judgment, pressure, or having to have the “right” words. Life can feel overwhelming, relationships can get complicated, and sometimes you may simply feel stuck. Wherever you are in your journey, we’re here to help you make sense of what’s happening and find a way forward.
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
At Ellie Mental Health Englewood, we believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up as your whole self—without judgment, pressure, or having to have the “right” words. Life can feel overwhelming, relationships can get complicated, and sometimes you may simply feel stuck. Wherever you are in your journey, we’re here to help you make sense of what’s happening and find a way forward.
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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.