Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in 28207

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Stephanie Kipp Gooding
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207  (Online Only)
In 2022, I completed extensive training with the Internal Family Systems (IFS) institute.
I work with clients who are grappling with anxiety, depression, and stress. Many are dealing with changes in their family, including substance use, codependency, and relationship issues. My clients are diverse but they all want to feel understood and validated. The most important part of therapy is the rapport between the clinician and the client, known as unconditional positive regard. The client needs to feel supported so they can freely discuss the presenting problem. Throughout this process, I strive to be warm, empathetic, and knowledgeable. Previous clients have described me as approachable, patient, and open minded.
In 2022, I completed extensive training with the Internal Family Systems (IFS) institute.
I work with clients who are grappling with anxiety, depression, and stress. Many are dealing with changes in their family, including substance use, codependency, and relationship issues. My clients are diverse but they all want to feel understood and validated. The most important part of therapy is the rapport between the clinician and the client, known as unconditional positive regard. The client needs to feel supported so they can freely discuss the presenting problem. Throughout this process, I strive to be warm, empathetic, and knowledgeable. Previous clients have described me as approachable, patient, and open minded.
(704) 270-6690 View (704) 270-6690
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Dr. Galina Olivera-Celdran
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28207
I am trained in Gottman Method to Couples Counseling, Prepare-Enrich, EMDR (trauma counseling), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy for marriage counseling).
I offer counseling for PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD and relationship difficulties. If you struggle with PTSD because of the past traumas, I will gently help you decrease distress by processing and making sense of traumatic events and equipping you to respond rather than react in triggering situations. If you need counseling for anxiety and depression, we will work on skills to regulate your emotions, bring your anxiety to a healthy level, and help you experience joy, purpose and connection with others. If you seek counseling for OCD, I can help you tolerate uncertainty and fears to improve your quality of life.
I am trained in Gottman Method to Couples Counseling, Prepare-Enrich, EMDR (trauma counseling), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy for marriage counseling).
I offer counseling for PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD and relationship difficulties. If you struggle with PTSD because of the past traumas, I will gently help you decrease distress by processing and making sense of traumatic events and equipping you to respond rather than react in triggering situations. If you need counseling for anxiety and depression, we will work on skills to regulate your emotions, bring your anxiety to a healthy level, and help you experience joy, purpose and connection with others. If you seek counseling for OCD, I can help you tolerate uncertainty and fears to improve your quality of life.
(704) 327-0383 View (704) 327-0383
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Janelle Fleck
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MAEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28207  (Online Only)
Janelle’s areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress/growth, life transitions, couples/pre-marital therapy, women’s issues, family systems/generational trauma, adolescent mental health, career/lifestyle issues, and identity issues. Her experience has included extensive training in evidence-based and trauma-informed practices including Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and family systems approaches.
Janelle’s areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress/growth, life transitions, couples/pre-marital therapy, women’s issues, family systems/generational trauma, adolescent mental health, career/lifestyle issues, and identity issues. Her experience has included extensive training in evidence-based and trauma-informed practices including Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and family systems approaches.
(704) 270-2701 View (704) 270-2701
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Caroline Bundesman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
emotionally-focused therapy, and family systems theory.
When our relationships shift towards dysfunctional, they can become more stressful than comforting. I work with adults in individual, couple, and family therapy to create more comforting relationships with themselves and others. Together we explore issues related to intergenerational trauma, dysfunctional relationship patterns, family issues, and attachment. This often looks like exploring disconnection, unresolvable issues, work-life balance, and setting boundaries. My clients often identify has Highly Sensitive People (HSP) or as therapists and healers. If this sounds like you, let's chat!
emotionally-focused therapy, and family systems theory.
When our relationships shift towards dysfunctional, they can become more stressful than comforting. I work with adults in individual, couple, and family therapy to create more comforting relationships with themselves and others. Together we explore issues related to intergenerational trauma, dysfunctional relationship patterns, family issues, and attachment. This often looks like exploring disconnection, unresolvable issues, work-life balance, and setting boundaries. My clients often identify has Highly Sensitive People (HSP) or as therapists and healers. If this sounds like you, let's chat!
(704) 736-3329 View (704) 736-3329
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Jessica Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
I have worked with mental health, addiction, family systems, and disordered eating for 8 years.
I provide individual, couple’s, family, intensive, and group therapy to adults. My clients are seeking relief from their trauma, dysfunctional relationships, shame, addictions, compulsive sexual behavior, disordered eating, grief, and codependency. Typically my clients are over functioning in many areas but cannot pinpoint why they struggle in relationship with others or feel chronically unhappy. Many of my clients identify as Adult Children of Alcoholic and Dysfunctional families or have addiction in their family system.
I have worked with mental health, addiction, family systems, and disordered eating for 8 years.
I provide individual, couple’s, family, intensive, and group therapy to adults. My clients are seeking relief from their trauma, dysfunctional relationships, shame, addictions, compulsive sexual behavior, disordered eating, grief, and codependency. Typically my clients are over functioning in many areas but cannot pinpoint why they struggle in relationship with others or feel chronically unhappy. Many of my clients identify as Adult Children of Alcoholic and Dysfunctional families or have addiction in their family system.
(704) 272-2302 View (704) 272-2302
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Maggie Wiener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
I have clinical training in Polyvagal Interventions, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Systems, Theraplay, DBT, Brainspotting, Mindfulness and additional emotional regulation techniques.
My diverse clinical experience has led me to embrace working with kids through adults; as well as families and couples. My clients are seeking therapy to navigate difficult life transitions, create repair after impactful life experiences, navigate complex relationships, regain their ability to experience a full range of emotion and have accountability without shame. Often, they are aware and understand what should be helpful to them, but struggle to turn that knowledge into change. We will work together to explore your relationship with yourself, how it developed and how it is impacting your ability to live a fulfilled life.
I have clinical training in Polyvagal Interventions, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Systems, Theraplay, DBT, Brainspotting, Mindfulness and additional emotional regulation techniques.
My diverse clinical experience has led me to embrace working with kids through adults; as well as families and couples. My clients are seeking therapy to navigate difficult life transitions, create repair after impactful life experiences, navigate complex relationships, regain their ability to experience a full range of emotion and have accountability without shame. Often, they are aware and understand what should be helpful to them, but struggle to turn that knowledge into change. We will work together to explore your relationship with yourself, how it developed and how it is impacting your ability to live a fulfilled life.
(828) 548-4173 View (828) 548-4173
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Dr. Liz E. Slonena
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP, MSCP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207  (Online Only)
I specialize in mindful hypnosis, SaFE EMDR, & IFS.
Exhausted by your loud inner critic? Overwhelmed by your neverending to-do list? Despite looking like you have your sh!t together, internally you may feel like a scattered fraud cosplaying as a human. Trying to be the perfect friend, perfect professional, or perfect partner all at once is exhausting. Maybe there's a deeper wound that hasn't healed yet. Perhaps you dream of feeling fulfilled, calm, & confident. To say "no" and actually mean it. To stop playing small & launch that creative idea. If you want to stress less & live authentically without fear or guilt, I’d love to help you step into your power.
I specialize in mindful hypnosis, SaFE EMDR, & IFS.
Exhausted by your loud inner critic? Overwhelmed by your neverending to-do list? Despite looking like you have your sh!t together, internally you may feel like a scattered fraud cosplaying as a human. Trying to be the perfect friend, perfect professional, or perfect partner all at once is exhausting. Maybe there's a deeper wound that hasn't healed yet. Perhaps you dream of feeling fulfilled, calm, & confident. To say "no" and actually mean it. To stop playing small & launch that creative idea. If you want to stress less & live authentically without fear or guilt, I’d love to help you step into your power.
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Caylee King
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, NCC, CFI
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
Waitlist for new clients
I support clients within the context of family systems and use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, Reality and Choice Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Acknowledging that you want a change and are looking for support is courageous and vulnerable. I value creating a safe and supportive environment for you to process your thoughts and emotions. I believe that a trusting, non-judgmental relationship is crucial for effective therapy. To build this relationship, I am direct and use transparency when communicating with clients. My specialities are helping those struggling with unresolved trauma, PTSD, dysfunctional relationships, codependency, life changes, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
I support clients within the context of family systems and use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, Reality and Choice Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Acknowledging that you want a change and are looking for support is courageous and vulnerable. I value creating a safe and supportive environment for you to process your thoughts and emotions. I believe that a trusting, non-judgmental relationship is crucial for effective therapy. To build this relationship, I am direct and use transparency when communicating with clients. My specialities are helping those struggling with unresolved trauma, PTSD, dysfunctional relationships, codependency, life changes, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
(980) 291-4201 View (980) 291-4201
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Carlea Atkinson
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28207
Ever since I started working as a teenager, I have always worked with adolescents/teens and young adults (ages 12-30), they are my passion! At that age, life is a whirlwind of uncertainty, never ending lessons and loads of questions. Throughout my time in this career, I have helped my clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, sexuality, trauma, broken relationships, and life stressors. In short, whether you’ve experienced trauma or are having a hard time figuring out your relationships, your family dynamics or adjusting to adulthood, I am honored to support you through it.
Ever since I started working as a teenager, I have always worked with adolescents/teens and young adults (ages 12-30), they are my passion! At that age, life is a whirlwind of uncertainty, never ending lessons and loads of questions. Throughout my time in this career, I have helped my clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, sexuality, trauma, broken relationships, and life stressors. In short, whether you’ve experienced trauma or are having a hard time figuring out your relationships, your family dynamics or adjusting to adulthood, I am honored to support you through it.
(704) 480-3537 View (704) 480-3537
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Serenity Psychotherapy LLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28207
I am passionate about the overall health and well-being of humans and believe in taking a holistic approach to healing. Everything I do with you is personalized to your needs
I am passionate about the overall health and well-being of humans and believe in taking a holistic approach to healing. Everything I do with you is personalized to your needs
(704) 286-9625 View (704) 286-9625
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Dignity Weight Center
MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28207  (Online Only)
Accepting New Patients; Tele-Health; We take most major insurances... We provide one-on-one compassionate, whole-person care and longitudinal clinical alliances for persons struggling with weight gain. We aim for precision targeting of root causes of obesity, and provide a comprehensive medical + psychosocial diagnostic and treatment plan, with Harvard Medical School trained clinical advice, and evidence-based scientific interventions, and a personalized treatment plan, as we honor your full dignity and accompany you in solidarity, care, and partnership through your weight loss journey with us.
Accepting New Patients; Tele-Health; We take most major insurances... We provide one-on-one compassionate, whole-person care and longitudinal clinical alliances for persons struggling with weight gain. We aim for precision targeting of root causes of obesity, and provide a comprehensive medical + psychosocial diagnostic and treatment plan, with Harvard Medical School trained clinical advice, and evidence-based scientific interventions, and a personalized treatment plan, as we honor your full dignity and accompany you in solidarity, care, and partnership through your weight loss journey with us.
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Agape Christian Counseling Center
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
We are a group of counselors who are dedicated to the well-being of our clients as we practice professional counseling from a Christian perspective. Whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, losing a loved one, challenges at work, having hard time parenting your children or dissatisfaction in your marriage - we provide a safe place for you to come individually, as a family, or as a couple to explore the issues you might be experiencing, gain new perspective, and work on overcoming your difficulties. While taking an integrative approach to therapy, we welcome all people who seek counseling, regardless of religious background.
We are a group of counselors who are dedicated to the well-being of our clients as we practice professional counseling from a Christian perspective. Whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, losing a loved one, challenges at work, having hard time parenting your children or dissatisfaction in your marriage - we provide a safe place for you to come individually, as a family, or as a couple to explore the issues you might be experiencing, gain new perspective, and work on overcoming your difficulties. While taking an integrative approach to therapy, we welcome all people who seek counseling, regardless of religious background.
(704) 448-0762 View (704) 448-0762
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Well Roots Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28207  (Online Only)
Offering ONLINE sessions. It’s hard to be a woman! We feel like all the pressure is on us. We keep trying so hard to do it perfectly, but life still isn’t going the way we planned. We have the pressure of career, fertility, parenting, romantic relationships, time for a social life. There's all of that and then we notice the past we’ve been running from creeping up on us. It can be exhausting, not to mention overwhelming. And is anyone talking about how hard getting pregnant can be? It's supposed to just happen easily, but month after month the pregnancy tests keep coming back negative. It feels like our bodies are failing us.
Offering ONLINE sessions. It’s hard to be a woman! We feel like all the pressure is on us. We keep trying so hard to do it perfectly, but life still isn’t going the way we planned. We have the pressure of career, fertility, parenting, romantic relationships, time for a social life. There's all of that and then we notice the past we’ve been running from creeping up on us. It can be exhausting, not to mention overwhelming. And is anyone talking about how hard getting pregnant can be? It's supposed to just happen easily, but month after month the pregnancy tests keep coming back negative. It feels like our bodies are failing us.
(802) 210-1499 View (802) 210-1499
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Carrie Barto
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
Waitlist for new clients
Life is always changing direction keeping us in a constant state of transition. At times these changes can become overwhelming. Some of these changes include death of a loved one, relationship status, identity issues, and unresolved childhood pain. You don't need to struggle through these hard times on your own. You deserve support, understanding, and care in a non-judgmental environment. You don't have to be alone; I'm here for you.
Life is always changing direction keeping us in a constant state of transition. At times these changes can become overwhelming. Some of these changes include death of a loved one, relationship status, identity issues, and unresolved childhood pain. You don't need to struggle through these hard times on your own. You deserve support, understanding, and care in a non-judgmental environment. You don't have to be alone; I'm here for you.
(704) 259-7180 View (704) 259-7180
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Dr. Brent Beam
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
SPEClALlZlNG lN HlGH-ACHlEVlNG MEN. With an extensive background in men's mental health and over 15 years of clinical experience, I understand the strong sense of ambition and responsibility that successful men carry. I coach executives, leaders, and professional men to sustain a high level of career performance while also feeling effective in their relationships.
SPEClALlZlNG lN HlGH-ACHlEVlNG MEN. With an extensive background in men's mental health and over 15 years of clinical experience, I understand the strong sense of ambition and responsibility that successful men carry. I coach executives, leaders, and professional men to sustain a high level of career performance while also feeling effective in their relationships.
(828) 374-9510 View (828) 374-9510
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Desmond Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
Waitlist for new clients
Does it sometimes feel like your partner doesn't understand you? Have you experienced an affair or some other kind of infidelity? Connecting to our partner begins with understanding our own wants and desires and learning to communicate with one another in the most effective way possible. Relationships can give us a lot of comfort, but to be their best, they require hard work - and some guidance every now and then.
Does it sometimes feel like your partner doesn't understand you? Have you experienced an affair or some other kind of infidelity? Connecting to our partner begins with understanding our own wants and desires and learning to communicate with one another in the most effective way possible. Relationships can give us a lot of comfort, but to be their best, they require hard work - and some guidance every now and then.
(704) 774-4575 View (704) 774-4575
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Antoinette Souffrant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28207
I work with adults who are in highly stressful professions but who are also often in need of being seen and understood as persons with identities outside of their professional roles. Many of my clients have hidden depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and relationship stressors. I have over thirty five years of experience in helping individuals reach healthy solutions to their complex problems. I provide a safe place to explore the many facets of my clients' complex identities.
I work with adults who are in highly stressful professions but who are also often in need of being seen and understood as persons with identities outside of their professional roles. Many of my clients have hidden depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and relationship stressors. I have over thirty five years of experience in helping individuals reach healthy solutions to their complex problems. I provide a safe place to explore the many facets of my clients' complex identities.
(704) 240-5145 View (704) 240-5145
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Faith Dulin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
You've gotten lost in the daily grind and drifted apart. Work, kids, laundry.. you feel like roommates who split chores. You don't feel heard, seen, admired, desired or understood. It seems like you keep fighting over little things, that quickly turn into arguments about unresolved issues that have stuck around for years. You've tried everything. Ignoring it, conceeding, appeasing, fighting, silence, retreat..
You've gotten lost in the daily grind and drifted apart. Work, kids, laundry.. you feel like roommates who split chores. You don't feel heard, seen, admired, desired or understood. It seems like you keep fighting over little things, that quickly turn into arguments about unresolved issues that have stuck around for years. You've tried everything. Ignoring it, conceeding, appeasing, fighting, silence, retreat..
(980) 238-3797 View (980) 238-3797
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Barbara Bear PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
I have been a Doctoral Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 23 years, an Educational and Career Consultant, a Certified Autism Specialist, an Executive Coach, and a Law School Graduate. My diverse background of educational and professional experience helping individuals, couples, and families live more productive and fulfilling lives is my passion. My clientele includes lawyers, physicians, therapists, executives, college students, and other professionals committed to changing their lives. Each client is treated with respect, and dignity, in a judgement free zone. I seek to hear, understand, empathize, be active, authentic, & direct.
I have been a Doctoral Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 23 years, an Educational and Career Consultant, a Certified Autism Specialist, an Executive Coach, and a Law School Graduate. My diverse background of educational and professional experience helping individuals, couples, and families live more productive and fulfilling lives is my passion. My clientele includes lawyers, physicians, therapists, executives, college students, and other professionals committed to changing their lives. Each client is treated with respect, and dignity, in a judgement free zone. I seek to hear, understand, empathize, be active, authentic, & direct.
(336) 438-8802 View (336) 438-8802
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Brittany Soule
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207
I'm currently welcoming new clients for both in-person and Telehealth sessions. If you find yourself caught in the never-ending loop of overthinking and overanalyzing situations, grappling with the challenge of allowing your emotions or feeling overwhelmed, or if it seems like you're stuck in survival mode, I'm here to offer a helping hand. My approach is all about bridging the gap between mind and body through insight, awareness, and holistic techniques. Together, we'll explore and navigate through a comprehensive path towards well-being.
I'm currently welcoming new clients for both in-person and Telehealth sessions. If you find yourself caught in the never-ending loop of overthinking and overanalyzing situations, grappling with the challenge of allowing your emotions or feeling overwhelmed, or if it seems like you're stuck in survival mode, I'm here to offer a helping hand. My approach is all about bridging the gap between mind and body through insight, awareness, and holistic techniques. Together, we'll explore and navigate through a comprehensive path towards well-being.
(910) 817-4941 View (910) 817-4941

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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.