Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Tiffin, IA
Life can feel messy, heavy, or uncertain- and that’s okay. Therapy is a space where you get to be fully yourself: defining what’s working, what’s not, and where you want to go. It’s rooted in real connection, not quick fixes, and guided by the belief that healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but rediscovering what’s already inside of you- resilience, clarity, and the strength to move forward. All parts of you are welcome- the messy, the heavy, and the hard to name. If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
Life can feel messy, heavy, or uncertain- and that’s okay. Therapy is a space where you get to be fully yourself: defining what’s working, what’s not, and where you want to go. It’s rooted in real connection, not quick fixes, and guided by the belief that healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but rediscovering what’s already inside of you- resilience, clarity, and the strength to move forward. All parts of you are welcome- the messy, the heavy, and the hard to name. If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
As a clinician for over 20 years, I embrace an integrative approach to healing. I have extensive experience working with families and individuals across the life span around a host of issues. I am a certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapist with a strengths-based, 'person in environment' perspective. I utilize EMDR, ACT, cognitive-behavioral, IFS, dialectical-behavioral and psycho-dynamic approaches to therapy. I also have additional training in Expressive Arts techniques.
As a clinician for over 20 years, I embrace an integrative approach to healing. I have extensive experience working with families and individuals across the life span around a host of issues. I am a certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapist with a strengths-based, 'person in environment' perspective. I utilize EMDR, ACT, cognitive-behavioral, IFS, dialectical-behavioral and psycho-dynamic approaches to therapy. I also have additional training in Expressive Arts techniques.
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Together, we'll explore your experiences through Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR, or trauma-focused work, helping you heal and place the past where it belongs.
Immediate openings for telehealth & in person starting 10/13! If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling to make sense of past trauma, you are not alone. Maybe you are a parent seeking compassionate support for your child, or someone who wants to build practical coping skills in a safe, affirming space. You want to feel heard and understood without judgment, and to move toward healing at your own pace. Your hope is to regain control, find peace, and create a life where you can thrive emotionally and authentically.
Together, we'll explore your experiences through Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR, or trauma-focused work, helping you heal and place the past where it belongs.
Immediate openings for telehealth & in person starting 10/13! If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling to make sense of past trauma, you are not alone. Maybe you are a parent seeking compassionate support for your child, or someone who wants to build practical coping skills in a safe, affirming space. You want to feel heard and understood without judgment, and to move toward healing at your own pace. Your hope is to regain control, find peace, and create a life where you can thrive emotionally and authentically.
My specialties include adult ADHD (I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, ADHD-CCSP), anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and stress management. Are you struggling with ADHD symptoms, including emotional dysregulation, poor time management, trouble starting or finishing tasks, and/or job or school stress? I would love to talk with you about understanding and accepting your neurodiversity and to help you build on your strengths. Let's explore the issues that affect your quality of life so you can feel happy, productive, and joyful.
My specialties include adult ADHD (I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, ADHD-CCSP), anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and stress management. Are you struggling with ADHD symptoms, including emotional dysregulation, poor time management, trouble starting or finishing tasks, and/or job or school stress? I would love to talk with you about understanding and accepting your neurodiversity and to help you build on your strengths. Let's explore the issues that affect your quality of life so you can feel happy, productive, and joyful.
We integrate approaches like IFS, EMDR, mindfulness, and attachment-focused therapy to support meaningful, lasting change tailored to each client.
Immediate Availability!
You might be someone who looks like they’re “doing fine” on the outside but feels anxious, stuck, burned out, or disconnected on the inside. Maybe you’re carrying old wounds, repeating relationship patterns you don’t understand, or feeling overwhelmed by a life transition. You want more than surface-level coping skills; you want insight, emotional safety, and real change. You’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and create a life that feels more grounded and authentic.
We integrate approaches like IFS, EMDR, mindfulness, and attachment-focused therapy to support meaningful, lasting change tailored to each client.
Immediate Availability!
You might be someone who looks like they’re “doing fine” on the outside but feels anxious, stuck, burned out, or disconnected on the inside. Maybe you’re carrying old wounds, repeating relationship patterns you don’t understand, or feeling overwhelmed by a life transition. You want more than surface-level coping skills; you want insight, emotional safety, and real change. You’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and create a life that feels more grounded and authentic.
Hello there! I am truly excited to work with you to find growth and healing no matter what we focus on. I don’t see our therapeutic relationship as a simple clinical encounter; it’s a shared expedition towards change, self-discovery, and resilience.
Your experiences matter, we’ll figure out your needs and work together to get you there. This starts by creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can freely explore your life’s narrative and shape your personal goals. I truly believe with the right tools and help on your side, we can find the right way to make the change you need.
Hello there! I am truly excited to work with you to find growth and healing no matter what we focus on. I don’t see our therapeutic relationship as a simple clinical encounter; it’s a shared expedition towards change, self-discovery, and resilience.
Your experiences matter, we’ll figure out your needs and work together to get you there. This starts by creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can freely explore your life’s narrative and shape your personal goals. I truly believe with the right tools and help on your side, we can find the right way to make the change you need.
You've spent decades showing up for everyone else. And now — somewhere in your 30s, 40s, or 50s — something has shifted. Your sleep is fractured. Emotions feel out of sync. Your focus slips in ways that scare you. Your sense of self feels blurry.
No one prepared you for this. Maybe doctors have told you it's "just stress" or "just aging." But what you're experiencing has a neurological explanation. Perimenopause and menopause change your brain, not just your body. That's not weakness. That's biology meeting an unsupported life transition.
You've spent decades showing up for everyone else. And now — somewhere in your 30s, 40s, or 50s — something has shifted. Your sleep is fractured. Emotions feel out of sync. Your focus slips in ways that scare you. Your sense of self feels blurry.
No one prepared you for this. Maybe doctors have told you it's "just stress" or "just aging." But what you're experiencing has a neurological explanation. Perimenopause and menopause change your brain, not just your body. That's not weakness. That's biology meeting an unsupported life transition.
I am currently accepting new clients!
Healing isn’t a straight line — it’s a journey of finding yourself again. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel seen, supported, and able to breathe. I believe that healing is a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment. My mission is to provide a safe and affirming space where individuals—especially those from marginalized communities—can break free from cycles of stress, anxiety, and trauma to reclaim their power and purpose. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness,
I am currently accepting new clients!
Healing isn’t a straight line — it’s a journey of finding yourself again. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel seen, supported, and able to breathe. I believe that healing is a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment. My mission is to provide a safe and affirming space where individuals—especially those from marginalized communities—can break free from cycles of stress, anxiety, and trauma to reclaim their power and purpose. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness,
Outside of my clinical work, my personal journey inspires my professional mission: to help individuals, couples, and families overcome internal obstacles and move toward healing and self-advocacy. I often remind clients, “You are your own worst enemy,” reflecting my passion for guiding people toward self-awareness and personal growth.
My approach blends clinical expertise with authentic care, creating space for healing, connection, and personal transformation. If you’re ready to take the next step, I am here to support your journey.
Outside of my clinical work, my personal journey inspires my professional mission: to help individuals, couples, and families overcome internal obstacles and move toward healing and self-advocacy. I often remind clients, “You are your own worst enemy,” reflecting my passion for guiding people toward self-awareness and personal growth.
My approach blends clinical expertise with authentic care, creating space for healing, connection, and personal transformation. If you’re ready to take the next step, I am here to support your journey.
Currently accepting new clients.
The most powerful predictor of whether therapy will be effective is your relationship with your therapist. Finding the right one can feel overwhelming. My approach is warm, empathetic and straightforward. I am accepting and direct in nature while focusing on strengths and growth. I do not "beat around the bush" as they say, while also being understanding and kind.
Currently accepting new clients.
The most powerful predictor of whether therapy will be effective is your relationship with your therapist. Finding the right one can feel overwhelming. My approach is warm, empathetic and straightforward. I am accepting and direct in nature while focusing on strengths and growth. I do not "beat around the bush" as they say, while also being understanding and kind.
I am a relational, client-focused therapist trained in EMDR, also using techniques of cognitive behavioral therapy and internal family systems.
As a therapist, I welcome you as you are. My passion is empowering young people on the path to flourishing and abundant life while honoring the family system and recognizing the value of healthy attachment. I have experience supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families, single mothers, and individuals in hospice care. I have also worked alongside adolescents through a youth-development curriculum designed to empower teens. I strive to help individuals break free from childhood trauma, toxic stress, and emotional neglect.
I am a relational, client-focused therapist trained in EMDR, also using techniques of cognitive behavioral therapy and internal family systems.
As a therapist, I welcome you as you are. My passion is empowering young people on the path to flourishing and abundant life while honoring the family system and recognizing the value of healthy attachment. I have experience supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families, single mothers, and individuals in hospice care. I have also worked alongside adolescents through a youth-development curriculum designed to empower teens. I strive to help individuals break free from childhood trauma, toxic stress, and emotional neglect.
Do you feel like you’re on high alert all of the time—constantly walking on eggshells, worrying about what could happen and on the lookout for danger? Are you consumed with incessant, looping thoughts that make it difficult to focus on tasks at hand and be present with the people around you? Perhaps you engage in perfectionistic thinking and are overly hard on yourself, always second guessing your decisions, stressing about making a mistake and thinking you could have done something better. Welcome to my profile, and approach: with Mindfulness informed choices, we can transform our lives into ones of meaning, reducing our suffering.
Do you feel like you’re on high alert all of the time—constantly walking on eggshells, worrying about what could happen and on the lookout for danger? Are you consumed with incessant, looping thoughts that make it difficult to focus on tasks at hand and be present with the people around you? Perhaps you engage in perfectionistic thinking and are overly hard on yourself, always second guessing your decisions, stressing about making a mistake and thinking you could have done something better. Welcome to my profile, and approach: with Mindfulness informed choices, we can transform our lives into ones of meaning, reducing our suffering.
I work with adolescents (13+) and adults navigating the impacts of trauma, neurodivergence (including ADHD and autism), and concerns related to identity, body image, weight stigma, identity, and sexuality. I am affirming of clients in non-traditional relationship structures, including consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, and I adamantly support members of the LGBTQIA+ community, including advocating for the rights and equality of transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Many of the individuals I work with are thoughtful, self-aware...and tired. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in both mind and body.
I work with adolescents (13+) and adults navigating the impacts of trauma, neurodivergence (including ADHD and autism), and concerns related to identity, body image, weight stigma, identity, and sexuality. I am affirming of clients in non-traditional relationship structures, including consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, and I adamantly support members of the LGBTQIA+ community, including advocating for the rights and equality of transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Many of the individuals I work with are thoughtful, self-aware...and tired. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in both mind and body.
Are you struggling with disordered eating or poor body image? Maybe you also have challenges with anxiety/OCD, depression, or trauma. This may be your first time seeking help or you may be looking for the next step in your journey. I'm here to walk with you on that journey. My approach is grounded in a Health At Every Size (HAES) philosophy that emphasizes body neutrality, intuitive eating, and self-acceptance. Everyone deserves a healthy relationship with food and their body and I can hep you move toward this. Together, we can work to release internalized food rules and learn to respect and trust your body.
Are you struggling with disordered eating or poor body image? Maybe you also have challenges with anxiety/OCD, depression, or trauma. This may be your first time seeking help or you may be looking for the next step in your journey. I'm here to walk with you on that journey. My approach is grounded in a Health At Every Size (HAES) philosophy that emphasizes body neutrality, intuitive eating, and self-acceptance. Everyone deserves a healthy relationship with food and their body and I can hep you move toward this. Together, we can work to release internalized food rules and learn to respect and trust your body.
Our toolkit includes evidence-based interventions such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT-informed skills, as well as, IFS and Somatic-informed techniques to address the mind-body connection.
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, or major life changes? Life can be overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Seat at the Table Therapeutic Services was founded to provide a safe, consistent space where you can find support and transformation. Our practice is rooted in a practitioner-scholar model. While our clinicians are independently licensed (LCPC), we are also doctoral students in the PsyD program at National Louis University. This means our clinical work is deeply informed by current research and a commitment to the highest standards of professional psychology.
Our toolkit includes evidence-based interventions such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT-informed skills, as well as, IFS and Somatic-informed techniques to address the mind-body connection.
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, or major life changes? Life can be overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Seat at the Table Therapeutic Services was founded to provide a safe, consistent space where you can find support and transformation. Our practice is rooted in a practitioner-scholar model. While our clinicians are independently licensed (LCPC), we are also doctoral students in the PsyD program at National Louis University. This means our clinical work is deeply informed by current research and a commitment to the highest standards of professional psychology.
I am Master Certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Internal Family Systems informed, which are two tremendous modalities for processing trauma and past wounds.
As your therapist, I view myself as both witness and teacher. I have the privilege of bearing witness to your experiences and holding space for all the emotions that accompany them. Sadness, anger, joy, fear are all welcome here. When we do the work of really trying to understand ourselves fully, we learn how to respect ourselves and teach others to do the same. It is my desire to help you discover who you are, sort through hurts / traumas that continue to affect you in the present, and learn to live in alignment with your values and priorities so that you can flourish personally and relationally.
I am Master Certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Internal Family Systems informed, which are two tremendous modalities for processing trauma and past wounds.
As your therapist, I view myself as both witness and teacher. I have the privilege of bearing witness to your experiences and holding space for all the emotions that accompany them. Sadness, anger, joy, fear are all welcome here. When we do the work of really trying to understand ourselves fully, we learn how to respect ourselves and teach others to do the same. It is my desire to help you discover who you are, sort through hurts / traumas that continue to affect you in the present, and learn to live in alignment with your values and priorities so that you can flourish personally and relationally.
I believe that the essence of life is Divine and that all good flows from that source. Thus, any strength that emerges in my work occurs as I align myself with Divine love, wisdom, and purpose. Holism describes my perspective, thus systematically exploring many areas of a client's life helps prepare the ground for resolving current problematic issues or for encouraging and supporting growth and transformation.
I believe that the essence of life is Divine and that all good flows from that source. Thus, any strength that emerges in my work occurs as I align myself with Divine love, wisdom, and purpose. Holism describes my perspective, thus systematically exploring many areas of a client's life helps prepare the ground for resolving current problematic issues or for encouraging and supporting growth and transformation.
You might be used to holding everything together, but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected underneath. I work with adults whose past experiences continue to impact their ability to feel grounded, safe, or connected in the present. You may have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, or find yourself struggling with self-doubt, shame, or relationship difficulties without fully understanding why. My work is rooted in trauma therapy, where we explore how past experiences shape your beliefs about yourself, others, and the world—and begin to gently shift those patterns.
You might be used to holding everything together, but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected underneath. I work with adults whose past experiences continue to impact their ability to feel grounded, safe, or connected in the present. You may have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, or find yourself struggling with self-doubt, shame, or relationship difficulties without fully understanding why. My work is rooted in trauma therapy, where we explore how past experiences shape your beliefs about yourself, others, and the world—and begin to gently shift those patterns.
As a mother, grandmother, teacher and former family and divorce mediator, I am sensitive to finding the right words to soothe, comfort and connect with others so that each person feels heard, understood and valued. In therapy I will help you recognize, accept, investigate and nurture your feelings. From this connected place your interactions with others will reflect your heart instead of your threatened brain. My approach is based on the science of neurobiology, the wisdom of Buddhist philosophy, a dose of humor, and the warmth we generate together.
As a mother, grandmother, teacher and former family and divorce mediator, I am sensitive to finding the right words to soothe, comfort and connect with others so that each person feels heard, understood and valued. In therapy I will help you recognize, accept, investigate and nurture your feelings. From this connected place your interactions with others will reflect your heart instead of your threatened brain. My approach is based on the science of neurobiology, the wisdom of Buddhist philosophy, a dose of humor, and the warmth we generate together.
With 24 years of practice experience, my approach is grounded in identifying and strengthening your existing resilience while gently processing the experiences that feel overwhelming, using tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems therapy, and EMDR.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or the emotional toll of life’s unexpected challenges? Perhaps you’re navigating illness, trauma, family stress, or the changes that come with aging and wondering how to feel like yourself again. You don’t have to sort through it alone. I provide a steady, compassionate space where we can work together to help you regain clarity, calm, and a stronger sense of connection.
Outside of work, I’m inspired by the resilience people show in the face of hardship. It’s a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they rediscover their strength.
With 24 years of practice experience, my approach is grounded in identifying and strengthening your existing resilience while gently processing the experiences that feel overwhelming, using tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems therapy, and EMDR.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or the emotional toll of life’s unexpected challenges? Perhaps you’re navigating illness, trauma, family stress, or the changes that come with aging and wondering how to feel like yourself again. You don’t have to sort through it alone. I provide a steady, compassionate space where we can work together to help you regain clarity, calm, and a stronger sense of connection.
Outside of work, I’m inspired by the resilience people show in the face of hardship. It’s a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they rediscover their strength.
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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.