Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Monticello, FL
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated, but not sure how to talk about it? Many clients come to therapy feeling pressure to keep it together while stress, anxiety, anger, or relationship issues build beneath the surface. I work with clients who are ready to stop carrying it all alone and start making real, practical changes.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated, but not sure how to talk about it? Many clients come to therapy feeling pressure to keep it together while stress, anxiety, anger, or relationship issues build beneath the surface. I work with clients who are ready to stop carrying it all alone and start making real, practical changes.
I find using both top-down treatments (such as CBT & DBT) along with bottom-up approaches (like EMDR, IFS, & Gestalt) provide a more holistic form of healing in trauma work.
Life in itself is challenging; let me help you learn how to face these moments with strength and love. As humans, we tend to struggle with how to handle adversity and often forget our own resiliency and ability to adapt. "We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty"- Maya Angelou.
I find using both top-down treatments (such as CBT & DBT) along with bottom-up approaches (like EMDR, IFS, & Gestalt) provide a more holistic form of healing in trauma work.
Life in itself is challenging; let me help you learn how to face these moments with strength and love. As humans, we tend to struggle with how to handle adversity and often forget our own resiliency and ability to adapt. "We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty"- Maya Angelou.
Many come to therapy carrying trauma, chronic shame, attachment wounds, religious trauma, emotionally unsafe relationships, or family systems that taught them to suppress their needs to stay safe.
I specialize in EMDR therapy for adults navigating trauma, chronic shame, attachment wounds, dissociation, identity transitions, and emotionally unsafe relationships. Using trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and nervous system-based approaches, I help clients process painful experiences, reconnect with themselves, and create lasting emotional change.
Many come to therapy carrying trauma, chronic shame, attachment wounds, religious trauma, emotionally unsafe relationships, or family systems that taught them to suppress their needs to stay safe.
I specialize in EMDR therapy for adults navigating trauma, chronic shame, attachment wounds, dissociation, identity transitions, and emotionally unsafe relationships. Using trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and nervous system-based approaches, I help clients process painful experiences, reconnect with themselves, and create lasting emotional change.
I help people feel safe and supported enough to face what needs facing — so real, lasting transformation becomes possible. Whatever brings you here, you're welcome exactly as you are.
I approach mental health from a holistic and collaborative place — recognizing you as the expert of your own experience. I believe we heal by transforming our relationships: with others, and with ourselves. My goal is to help you get as close to the truth of your situation as possible.
Together we work on helping you gain clarity — arrived at safely and at your own pace; — this is where real, lasting change takes root.
I help people feel safe and supported enough to face what needs facing — so real, lasting transformation becomes possible. Whatever brings you here, you're welcome exactly as you are.
I approach mental health from a holistic and collaborative place — recognizing you as the expert of your own experience. I believe we heal by transforming our relationships: with others, and with ourselves. My goal is to help you get as close to the truth of your situation as possible.
Together we work on helping you gain clarity — arrived at safely and at your own pace; — this is where real, lasting change takes root.
Leslie S Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults to enhance family relationships and individual growth. I specialize in trauma resolution for the individual, as well as the family.
Divorce adjustment, adoption, blended families, school performance, conflict resolution, peer relationships, and grief & loss are additional areas often addressed in my work with families.
I enjoy working with parents, adding more tools to their "tool box," to assist with the various challenges in parenting.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults to enhance family relationships and individual growth. I specialize in trauma resolution for the individual, as well as the family.
Divorce adjustment, adoption, blended families, school performance, conflict resolution, peer relationships, and grief & loss are additional areas often addressed in my work with families.
I enjoy working with parents, adding more tools to their "tool box," to assist with the various challenges in parenting.
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You’ve been holding everything together for so long, it has started to feel normal. But deep down, you know it’s not working anymore. It’s like trying to keep six beach balls underwater—straining, shifting, waiting for one to pop up. Maybe that’s panic at night, unexplained irritability, or the fatigue of always being "on." Many people carry trauma without realizing it, having become experts at suppressing it. But when anxiety, fear, or numbness take over, it’s a signal: your body and mind are asking for relief.
You’ve been holding everything together for so long, it has started to feel normal. But deep down, you know it’s not working anymore. It’s like trying to keep six beach balls underwater—straining, shifting, waiting for one to pop up. Maybe that’s panic at night, unexplained irritability, or the fatigue of always being "on." Many people carry trauma without realizing it, having become experts at suppressing it. But when anxiety, fear, or numbness take over, it’s a signal: your body and mind are asking for relief.
“Oh, the places you’ll go,” is a profound and very true statement by Dr. Suess. Life is a journey and the path traveled cannot be predicted. In life, we experience transitions, and changes in life may appear as grief, anxiety, depression, divorce, trauma, marital conflict, or so much more. My name is LaTasha Thomas, and I am here to help you navigate those life transitions.
“Oh, the places you’ll go,” is a profound and very true statement by Dr. Suess. Life is a journey and the path traveled cannot be predicted. In life, we experience transitions, and changes in life may appear as grief, anxiety, depression, divorce, trauma, marital conflict, or so much more. My name is LaTasha Thomas, and I am here to help you navigate those life transitions.
I am trained in IFS and EMDR.
Whether you need help overcoming minor stress or major obstacles in your life, therapy can be a safe environment to explore new ways of navigating life. In a nonjudgemental and affirming approach, together we will work towards healing your relationship with yourself and with others. I support you in getting a clearer understanding of the parts of you that may be operating from a place of fear, unmet needs, or protection. With new insight, you will feel more compassion and clarity to create new ways to change, accept, or manage the challenges you’re facing.
I am trained in IFS and EMDR.
Whether you need help overcoming minor stress or major obstacles in your life, therapy can be a safe environment to explore new ways of navigating life. In a nonjudgemental and affirming approach, together we will work towards healing your relationship with yourself and with others. I support you in getting a clearer understanding of the parts of you that may be operating from a place of fear, unmet needs, or protection. With new insight, you will feel more compassion and clarity to create new ways to change, accept, or manage the challenges you’re facing.
To the rest of the world you are a high functioning, successful professional appearing to have it all together. Underneath it all, you are feeling empty, overwhelmed, anxious, and burnt out. You can't find time to do the things you love. You're the sort of person who is deeply curious about why you are the way you are. You've done therapy in the past and haven't gotten the positive life changes you desired. You are frustrated that some of the hard things you've been through in the past are showing back up in your life now and you are now ready to release the anxiety from your mind and body and embrace a life filled with joy.
To the rest of the world you are a high functioning, successful professional appearing to have it all together. Underneath it all, you are feeling empty, overwhelmed, anxious, and burnt out. You can't find time to do the things you love. You're the sort of person who is deeply curious about why you are the way you are. You've done therapy in the past and haven't gotten the positive life changes you desired. You are frustrated that some of the hard things you've been through in the past are showing back up in your life now and you are now ready to release the anxiety from your mind and body and embrace a life filled with joy.
Together, we combine compassion, experience, and science to guide you toward healing and self-love. Katelyn’s journey through mental health challenges, trauma, and grief—along with her expertise as a licensed laboratory technician and NLP-certified life coach—brings empathy and evidence-based insight. Lynette’s 20+ years as a licensed Clinical Social Worker provide deep expertise in supporting those navigating anxiety, ADHD, and major life transitions. Let us be the guiding hand that helps you find balance, strength, and confidence—rooted in both science and compassion.
Together, we combine compassion, experience, and science to guide you toward healing and self-love. Katelyn’s journey through mental health challenges, trauma, and grief—along with her expertise as a licensed laboratory technician and NLP-certified life coach—brings empathy and evidence-based insight. Lynette’s 20+ years as a licensed Clinical Social Worker provide deep expertise in supporting those navigating anxiety, ADHD, and major life transitions. Let us be the guiding hand that helps you find balance, strength, and confidence—rooted in both science and compassion.
I use CBT, IFS, and trauma-informed therapy to help women rebuild self-worth, emotional safety, and confidence.
You're exhausted, not because of your present. It's a culmination of overextending, wearing the mask for all while hiding yourself until the end of the day. You’ve spent years being the strong one—caring for everyone else while feeling unseen or emotionally drained. You’re ready to find balance, peace, and purpose again. Together, we’ll explore patterns shaped by trauma, anxiety, or burnout and rebuild self-trust. At GAP Connections, I’ll help you heal through W.H.E.N—Wholeness, Humility, Enlightened Navigation—so you can set boundaries without guilt, reconnect with yourself, and move from merely surviving to truly living.
I use CBT, IFS, and trauma-informed therapy to help women rebuild self-worth, emotional safety, and confidence.
You're exhausted, not because of your present. It's a culmination of overextending, wearing the mask for all while hiding yourself until the end of the day. You’ve spent years being the strong one—caring for everyone else while feeling unseen or emotionally drained. You’re ready to find balance, peace, and purpose again. Together, we’ll explore patterns shaped by trauma, anxiety, or burnout and rebuild self-trust. At GAP Connections, I’ll help you heal through W.H.E.N—Wholeness, Humility, Enlightened Navigation—so you can set boundaries without guilt, reconnect with yourself, and move from merely surviving to truly living.
I am a registered mental health counselor intern (RMHCI) with 1 year of experience supporting adults navigating trauma, chronic stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I often work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or disconnected from themselves, as well as high-functioning clients who have spent years prioritizing others and are seeking clarity, balance, and emotional grounding.
I am a registered mental health counselor intern (RMHCI) with 1 year of experience supporting adults navigating trauma, chronic stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I often work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or disconnected from themselves, as well as high-functioning clients who have spent years prioritizing others and are seeking clarity, balance, and emotional grounding.
I am a psychologist with over 30 years of experience doing therapy with a wide variety of clients. I especially enjoy working with couples who are seeking to improve communication and intimacy in their relationship, and with adult women who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues.
I am a psychologist with over 30 years of experience doing therapy with a wide variety of clients. I especially enjoy working with couples who are seeking to improve communication and intimacy in their relationship, and with adult women who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues.
For relationship or family issues, I integrate Family Systems and Narrative therapy.
Clients usually find me while reflecting on boundaries in their relationships with family members, friends and colleagues.
I help clients strengthen self-care habits, navigate stress/anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and more.
For relationship or family issues, I integrate Family Systems and Narrative therapy.
Clients usually find me while reflecting on boundaries in their relationships with family members, friends and colleagues.
I help clients strengthen self-care habits, navigate stress/anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and more.
It takes tremendous courage to be willing to engage in the work of healing. It is an honor and privilege to both bear witness to a client’s growth, and to support them in the process.
It takes tremendous courage to be willing to engage in the work of healing. It is an honor and privilege to both bear witness to a client’s growth, and to support them in the process.
In my clinical practice, I integrate Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to support individuals on their path toward healing.
One of the most impactful concepts I’ve embraced is the importance of being curious rather than judgmental. This mindset not only shapes the way we relate to others but also transforms how we engage with ourselves—with greater grace, understanding, and vulnerability.
As a Christian, I hold the conviction that our spiritual beliefs profoundly influence every aspect of our lives. By combining a Christian worldview with evidence-based clinical practices, I strive to offer care that is both spiritually grounded and clinically effective
In my clinical practice, I integrate Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to support individuals on their path toward healing.
One of the most impactful concepts I’ve embraced is the importance of being curious rather than judgmental. This mindset not only shapes the way we relate to others but also transforms how we engage with ourselves—with greater grace, understanding, and vulnerability.
As a Christian, I hold the conviction that our spiritual beliefs profoundly influence every aspect of our lives. By combining a Christian worldview with evidence-based clinical practices, I strive to offer care that is both spiritually grounded and clinically effective
Are you experiencing difficulties resolving conflicts, fostering intimacy, and communicating in your relationships? “Family dysfunction rolls down from generation to generation, like a fire in the woods, taking down everything in its path until one person in one generation has the courage to turn and face the flames” – Terry Real The family we grew up in is the place where we learned how to communicate, how to feel, and how to get our needs met. I help adults identify and work through family of origin issues to overcome fears, build healthy relationships, and achieve a sense of peace.
Are you experiencing difficulties resolving conflicts, fostering intimacy, and communicating in your relationships? “Family dysfunction rolls down from generation to generation, like a fire in the woods, taking down everything in its path until one person in one generation has the courage to turn and face the flames” – Terry Real The family we grew up in is the place where we learned how to communicate, how to feel, and how to get our needs met. I help adults identify and work through family of origin issues to overcome fears, build healthy relationships, and achieve a sense of peace.
I’m a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and also trained in EMDR, Internal Family Systems ( IFS Level 1), and Brainspotting, and ERP for OCD.
People I work with often describe feeling hypervigilant, stuck in survival mode, emotionally numb or shut down, caught in painful relationship patterns, struggling with addiction or codependency, or disconnected from themselves. You'll learn practical tools for nervous system regulation, ones you can use outside of session to feel more grounded and at ease.
I’m a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and also trained in EMDR, Internal Family Systems ( IFS Level 1), and Brainspotting, and ERP for OCD.
People I work with often describe feeling hypervigilant, stuck in survival mode, emotionally numb or shut down, caught in painful relationship patterns, struggling with addiction or codependency, or disconnected from themselves. You'll learn practical tools for nervous system regulation, ones you can use outside of session to feel more grounded and at ease.
I work with children, teens, and young adults in Tallahassee who are struggling with anxiety, depression, big emotions, trauma, or feeling overwhelmed. Parents often reach out when they’re not sure how to help anymore, and therapy can be a supportive place to start. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative.
I work with children, teens, and young adults in Tallahassee who are struggling with anxiety, depression, big emotions, trauma, or feeling overwhelmed. Parents often reach out when they’re not sure how to help anymore, and therapy can be a supportive place to start. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults to improve their mental health. I specialize in addressing issues related to anger, depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, and more. I earned my Master's degree in Social Work as part of the advanced standing program at Barry University-North Miami Beach. I also completed two additional years of post-graduate study, passed the advanced national clinical board, and gained my professional license in the state of Florida afterward.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults to improve their mental health. I specialize in addressing issues related to anger, depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, and more. I earned my Master's degree in Social Work as part of the advanced standing program at Barry University-North Miami Beach. I also completed two additional years of post-graduate study, passed the advanced national clinical board, and gained my professional license in the state of Florida afterward.
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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.