Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Grand Rapids, MN
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole. We realize that life has its challenges and can sometimes feel overwhelming and unrelenting, which may leave us feeling hopeless. Other times life may have us feeling stuck and needing someone to walk along side us as we seek understanding.
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole. We realize that life has its challenges and can sometimes feel overwhelming and unrelenting, which may leave us feeling hopeless. Other times life may have us feeling stuck and needing someone to walk along side us as we seek understanding.
I am always grateful for the opportunity to share in the stories of people’s lives and help them identify the goals they wish to achieve to create the next chapters of their lives.
I love working with people across all ages who are motivated to do introspection and identify new ways to think about themselves and their future.
I believe our sense of belonging and connectedness affects the stories we live by.
I am always grateful for the opportunity to share in the stories of people’s lives and help them identify the goals they wish to achieve to create the next chapters of their lives.
I love working with people across all ages who are motivated to do introspection and identify new ways to think about themselves and their future.
I believe our sense of belonging and connectedness affects the stories we live by.
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I’m a trauma-focused therapist who helps people heal from experiences that continue to feel present long after they’ve passed, both relational and experiential. Many clients I work with feel stuck—caught in patterns of anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional reactivity that don’t fully make sense. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and paced to your readiness, with a strong focus on creating safety. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, and IFS to address symptoms rooted in trauma or mental health challenges, with the goal of helping you feel more stable, connected to yourself, and in control of your life.
I’m a trauma-focused therapist who helps people heal from experiences that continue to feel present long after they’ve passed, both relational and experiential. Many clients I work with feel stuck—caught in patterns of anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional reactivity that don’t fully make sense. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and paced to your readiness, with a strong focus on creating safety. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, and IFS to address symptoms rooted in trauma or mental health challenges, with the goal of helping you feel more stable, connected to yourself, and in control of your life.
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Many of the women I work with have spent years being told they are “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or “too much.” Others feel emotionally overwhelmed and like the backbone of their family, friend group or at work but lonely at the same time. What will happen if those women stop over-functioning? Who is there to support them? Who will notice that they are burnt out? Whether you’re navigating trauma, pregnancy or postpartum changes, or intense emotional cycles like PMDD, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself in a grounded, compassionate way.
Many of the women I work with have spent years being told they are “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or “too much.” Others feel emotionally overwhelmed and like the backbone of their family, friend group or at work but lonely at the same time. What will happen if those women stop over-functioning? Who is there to support them? Who will notice that they are burnt out? Whether you’re navigating trauma, pregnancy or postpartum changes, or intense emotional cycles like PMDD, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself in a grounded, compassionate way.
I tend to lean towards CBT, IFS, and I like to tie in the enneagram when it is helpful.
I'm here to not only listen, but help you find a path forward. I enjoy working with couples, folks struggling with anger, and helping to navigate and heal from trauma. If you are an angry person yourself or you have an angry teen that needs someone to talk to, I'm ready to listen and help. For couple's therapy, I follow the Gottman theory rather closely. Issues I can help with are broad, but cover general intimacy, infidelity, communication struggles, and so on. In the past few years, I've started incorporating the Enneagram into my work as well and found it helpful both in couple's and individual therapy.
I tend to lean towards CBT, IFS, and I like to tie in the enneagram when it is helpful.
I'm here to not only listen, but help you find a path forward. I enjoy working with couples, folks struggling with anger, and helping to navigate and heal from trauma. If you are an angry person yourself or you have an angry teen that needs someone to talk to, I'm ready to listen and help. For couple's therapy, I follow the Gottman theory rather closely. Issues I can help with are broad, but cover general intimacy, infidelity, communication struggles, and so on. In the past few years, I've started incorporating the Enneagram into my work as well and found it helpful both in couple's and individual therapy.
My approach is a holistic blend of Emotion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and attachment-based work, all grounded in trauma-informed, client-centered care.
You might be feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’re longing for closeness or healing within your relationship, or you’re carrying pain from the past that still feels too heavy. Whatever brought you here, know this: you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with individuals who want to understand themselves, their emotions, and how they connect with others, on a deeper level. Together, we’ll slow things down, get curious about what’s really happening beneath the surface, and create space for new ways of relating, both to yourself and to those you love.
My approach is a holistic blend of Emotion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and attachment-based work, all grounded in trauma-informed, client-centered care.
You might be feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’re longing for closeness or healing within your relationship, or you’re carrying pain from the past that still feels too heavy. Whatever brought you here, know this: you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with individuals who want to understand themselves, their emotions, and how they connect with others, on a deeper level. Together, we’ll slow things down, get curious about what’s really happening beneath the surface, and create space for new ways of relating, both to yourself and to those you love.
Evening Sessions Available!
Based conveniently in Duluth, offering in-person sessions locally while also serving clients across Minnesota through telehealth. With over two decades of experience working with individuals and relationships in moments of transition, I bring clarity, direction, and a steady presence to the work we do together.
Many people come to therapy searching for the “why” behind their distress. While understanding matters, my approach focuses on something more immediate and powerful. We identify the life you want to live and begin actively moving you toward it.
Evening Sessions Available!
Based conveniently in Duluth, offering in-person sessions locally while also serving clients across Minnesota through telehealth. With over two decades of experience working with individuals and relationships in moments of transition, I bring clarity, direction, and a steady presence to the work we do together.
Many people come to therapy searching for the “why” behind their distress. While understanding matters, my approach focuses on something more immediate and powerful. We identify the life you want to live and begin actively moving you toward it.
Through an IFS-Informed lens, we will work on building self-compassion, resourcing, and embodiment.
If you want to create more safety, meaning, and purpose in your life—whether by learning to listen to the innate wisdom of your body, building a sense of self-worth, healing trauma, or deepening your relationship with your inner self— I would love to talk with you. We all possess the tools to heal and grow; we just need safe spaces and supportive relationships to explore them. I take a holistic, body-centered approach, integrating mindfulness, deep listening, and somatic exploration to help you uncover insights, discover your strengths, and embrace change at your own pace.
Through an IFS-Informed lens, we will work on building self-compassion, resourcing, and embodiment.
If you want to create more safety, meaning, and purpose in your life—whether by learning to listen to the innate wisdom of your body, building a sense of self-worth, healing trauma, or deepening your relationship with your inner self— I would love to talk with you. We all possess the tools to heal and grow; we just need safe spaces and supportive relationships to explore them. I take a holistic, body-centered approach, integrating mindfulness, deep listening, and somatic exploration to help you uncover insights, discover your strengths, and embrace change at your own pace.
I combine EMDR with CBT, DBT, IFS and holistic methods to improve your relationship with yourself, others, and the world.
I understand delving into one's psyche can be daunting, revealing gaps between who we are and who we strive to be. Yet, I believe even small sparks of motivation can ignite profound transformations. Witnessing clients embrace this power inspires me deeply.
I combine EMDR with CBT, DBT, IFS and holistic methods to improve your relationship with yourself, others, and the world.
I understand delving into one's psyche can be daunting, revealing gaps between who we are and who we strive to be. Yet, I believe even small sparks of motivation can ignite profound transformations. Witnessing clients embrace this power inspires me deeply.
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy, helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen relationships, process grief, and rewrite personal stories.
My ideal client is someone navigating challenges in their relationships, personal identity, or life transitions. They may be struggling with feelings of disconnection, grief, or unresolved family dynamics. This client seeks a safe, supportive space to explore their emotions, understand their patterns, and rebuild healthier connections with themselves and others. Their goals might include improving communication, strengthening emotional bonds, processing trauma, or redefining personal narratives. They are motivated to grow and open to exploring themselves.
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy, helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen relationships, process grief, and rewrite personal stories.
My ideal client is someone navigating challenges in their relationships, personal identity, or life transitions. They may be struggling with feelings of disconnection, grief, or unresolved family dynamics. This client seeks a safe, supportive space to explore their emotions, understand their patterns, and rebuild healthier connections with themselves and others. Their goals might include improving communication, strengthening emotional bonds, processing trauma, or redefining personal narratives. They are motivated to grow and open to exploring themselves.
I provide a range of counseling services to adolescents and adults seeking therapeutic support in navigating life challenges. As a trauma-focused therapist, I support clients in processing and recovering from traumatic experiences through a person-centered and culturally responsive lens. Using evidence-based practices, I offer a warm and supportive approach to therapy that caters to your individual needs and treatment goals. I have a background in psychology and human sexuality, and significant experience working with diverse populations and underserved communities.
I provide a range of counseling services to adolescents and adults seeking therapeutic support in navigating life challenges. As a trauma-focused therapist, I support clients in processing and recovering from traumatic experiences through a person-centered and culturally responsive lens. Using evidence-based practices, I offer a warm and supportive approach to therapy that caters to your individual needs and treatment goals. I have a background in psychology and human sexuality, and significant experience working with diverse populations and underserved communities.
My work is depth-oriented, trauma-informed, and grounded in Internal Family Systems ( IFS).
You’re a therapist or helping professional who appears capable and put-together on the outside—but inside you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. You may struggle with chronic self-criticism, perfectionism, or a sense that you’re always in survival mode. Even though you understand the language of mental health, something still feels unresolved. You don’t want quick fixes or surface-level coping strategies—you want to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck.
My work is depth-oriented, trauma-informed, and grounded in Internal Family Systems ( IFS).
You’re a therapist or helping professional who appears capable and put-together on the outside—but inside you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. You may struggle with chronic self-criticism, perfectionism, or a sense that you’re always in survival mode. Even though you understand the language of mental health, something still feels unresolved. You don’t want quick fixes or surface-level coping strategies—you want to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck.
Trained and certified in EMDR; Trauma Conscious Yoga 250 hr, Breathwork; IFS (Internal Family Systems), Intro to Somatic experiencing and Polyvagal Interventions.
Nicole is a firm believer that trauma and addiction go hand and hand. "It too effects our bodies. A lot of times clients are unaware of that early in their recovery, and they have been using substances to cope for years. I am driven to teach my clients about the mind body connection by the teaching and exploring of somatics, negative thoughts, unconventional coping skills, i.e., such as breathworks, and by exploring safety and its meaning within themselves. Seeing other people's light shine again and finding themselves is the fuel to why I do this healing work."
Trained and certified in EMDR; Trauma Conscious Yoga 250 hr, Breathwork; IFS (Internal Family Systems), Intro to Somatic experiencing and Polyvagal Interventions.
Nicole is a firm believer that trauma and addiction go hand and hand. "It too effects our bodies. A lot of times clients are unaware of that early in their recovery, and they have been using substances to cope for years. I am driven to teach my clients about the mind body connection by the teaching and exploring of somatics, negative thoughts, unconventional coping skills, i.e., such as breathworks, and by exploring safety and its meaning within themselves. Seeing other people's light shine again and finding themselves is the fuel to why I do this healing work."
Maybe this isn't what you pictured. You love your baby - or you're still waiting to feel that - and you're also anxious, exhausted, tearful, or grieving who you were before. The hardest parts of pregnancy and postpartum are the ones nobody warns you about, and you don't have to carry them alone. I specialize in supporting people through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and loss, and I'm certified in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders through Postpartum Support International. I also work with children and teens ages 7 and up who may be struggling with big feelings, school stress, or things that are hard to put into words.
Maybe this isn't what you pictured. You love your baby - or you're still waiting to feel that - and you're also anxious, exhausted, tearful, or grieving who you were before. The hardest parts of pregnancy and postpartum are the ones nobody warns you about, and you don't have to carry them alone. I specialize in supporting people through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and loss, and I'm certified in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders through Postpartum Support International. I also work with children and teens ages 7 and up who may be struggling with big feelings, school stress, or things that are hard to put into words.
I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and families on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Therapy is a way to identify positive and negative patterns in your life, discover your strengths, learn new coping skills, and feel empowered to overcome hardships. Setting goals is important for achieving new milestones, helping identify what is important in your life, and creating an overall sense of direction for your future. I strive to provide a warm, safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for self-discovery to reach your goals.
I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and families on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Therapy is a way to identify positive and negative patterns in your life, discover your strengths, learn new coping skills, and feel empowered to overcome hardships. Setting goals is important for achieving new milestones, helping identify what is important in your life, and creating an overall sense of direction for your future. I strive to provide a warm, safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for self-discovery to reach your goals.
My ideal client is someone who wants to better understand their mental health and develop practical coping skills for everyday life. They may be experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, anger, or substance use challenges and feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start. They are seeking a safe, open, and non-judgmental space where they can explore their thoughts and emotions, learn about their mental health, and set realistic goals. They are motivated to grow, build healthier coping strategies, and work toward a more balanced, fulfilling, and happier life.
My ideal client is someone who wants to better understand their mental health and develop practical coping skills for everyday life. They may be experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, anger, or substance use challenges and feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start. They are seeking a safe, open, and non-judgmental space where they can explore their thoughts and emotions, learn about their mental health, and set realistic goals. They are motivated to grow, build healthier coping strategies, and work toward a more balanced, fulfilling, and happier life.
I enjoy working with indiviuals experiencing life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief and loss and attachment related concerns. Through deep exploration, individuals gain insight into their internal world, learn to accept and feel compassion for all of themselves and create a sense of balance and peace within.
I enjoy working with indiviuals experiencing life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief and loss and attachment related concerns. Through deep exploration, individuals gain insight into their internal world, learn to accept and feel compassion for all of themselves and create a sense of balance and peace within.
Founded in 2011, Catalyst Mental Health was started with the goal of serving clients with mental health issues and concerns that don't fit easily into any single box: clients who either have multiple issues occurring simultaneously or who have complex conditions that don't align well with traditional diagnostic definitions. This includes individuals with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, chemical dependency issues, sexual and gender identity issues, compulsive behavior, autism spectrum disorders, attention or focusing problems, relationship or marital conflict, and much more. Catalyst Mental Health is also proud supporter and ally of the LGBT community.
Founded in 2011, Catalyst Mental Health was started with the goal of serving clients with mental health issues and concerns that don't fit easily into any single box: clients who either have multiple issues occurring simultaneously or who have complex conditions that don't align well with traditional diagnostic definitions. This includes individuals with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, chemical dependency issues, sexual and gender identity issues, compulsive behavior, autism spectrum disorders, attention or focusing problems, relationship or marital conflict, and much more. Catalyst Mental Health is also proud supporter and ally of the LGBT community.
Renee Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PMH-C, CCTP
Duluth, MN 55804
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Hello there! If you're looking for a dynamic therapist with over 20 years of experience working nationally in a variety of settings, including outpatient hospitals, crisis, schools, and wilderness, who brings humor, compassion, and lived experience to session, then I may be a good fit for you!
Whether supporting people through difficult life transitions, processing family struggles, or offering parenting support, my practice is deeply rooted in a mindfulness-based, client-centered and integrative approach. I know how strong the healing power of the client-therapist relationship can be if it is grounded in mutuality and respect.
Hello there! If you're looking for a dynamic therapist with over 20 years of experience working nationally in a variety of settings, including outpatient hospitals, crisis, schools, and wilderness, who brings humor, compassion, and lived experience to session, then I may be a good fit for you!
Whether supporting people through difficult life transitions, processing family struggles, or offering parenting support, my practice is deeply rooted in a mindfulness-based, client-centered and integrative approach. I know how strong the healing power of the client-therapist relationship can be if it is grounded in mutuality and respect.
Nourished Counseling & Wellness is excited offer individual, family, and couples counseling to the Iron Range ! We are a new company with experienced clinicians providing outpatient mental health therapy services for teens and adults out of our new renovated office spaces in the Olcott Plaza in Virginia, MN.
Nourished Counseling & Wellness is excited offer individual, family, and couples counseling to the Iron Range ! We are a new company with experienced clinicians providing outpatient mental health therapy services for teens and adults out of our new renovated office spaces in the Olcott Plaza in Virginia, MN.
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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.