Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Holmdel, NJ
My approach uses an integration of techniques: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Somatic Tracking, meditation, and psychoanalysis/psychotherapy,.
It takes courage to reach out for help on this journey. I would be honored to join you on you journey of personal change and growth.
My approach uses an integration of techniques: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Somatic Tracking, meditation, and psychoanalysis/psychotherapy,.
It takes courage to reach out for help on this journey. I would be honored to join you on you journey of personal change and growth.
Kathleen Kozlowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I have completed level 1 training in Internal Family Systems therapy; deep healing and self-compassion facilitate life changes.
Congratulations on taking steps toward support! Finding a clinician is not always easy, it takes time, and starting is hard! But feeling connected with your provider is one of the most important aspects to create support and change. I hope you find that connection on your journey whether with me or somebody else. Most people start counseling from a place of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and uncertain how to change it. Some people know what is creating these challenging emotions in their life and other's don't. We will work together to explore your personal factors, determine your ideal goals, and build confidence to achieve them!
I have completed level 1 training in Internal Family Systems therapy; deep healing and self-compassion facilitate life changes.
Congratulations on taking steps toward support! Finding a clinician is not always easy, it takes time, and starting is hard! But feeling connected with your provider is one of the most important aspects to create support and change. I hope you find that connection on your journey whether with me or somebody else. Most people start counseling from a place of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and uncertain how to change it. Some people know what is creating these challenging emotions in their life and other's don't. We will work together to explore your personal factors, determine your ideal goals, and build confidence to achieve them!
I am a modern and hip child/adolescent and adult psychotherapist looking to remove the stigma of therapy by making it accessible, solution based and engaging to young kids and teens. Therapy shouldn't be a punishment or a seen as a defeat. Yes of course, we will do hard work and it won't always be easy, but with years of experience and education, I am able to connect with my young clients and show them that together we can find a solution.
I am a modern and hip child/adolescent and adult psychotherapist looking to remove the stigma of therapy by making it accessible, solution based and engaging to young kids and teens. Therapy shouldn't be a punishment or a seen as a defeat. Yes of course, we will do hard work and it won't always be easy, but with years of experience and education, I am able to connect with my young clients and show them that together we can find a solution.
Let’s talk! You deserve a helping hand to guide you on your self-exploration journey. It is common to experience a mix of emotions before beginning therapy. You may be feeling nervous about opening up, discussing past experiences, and are unsure of what to expect from the process. You may be hopeful that therapy will provide relief from personal struggles. You may also feel excited at the prospect of gaining new insights and coping strategies to navigate these difficulties. I want to help you take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by investing in your well-being and cultivating a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
Let’s talk! You deserve a helping hand to guide you on your self-exploration journey. It is common to experience a mix of emotions before beginning therapy. You may be feeling nervous about opening up, discussing past experiences, and are unsure of what to expect from the process. You may be hopeful that therapy will provide relief from personal struggles. You may also feel excited at the prospect of gaining new insights and coping strategies to navigate these difficulties. I want to help you take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by investing in your well-being and cultivating a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
I am a licensed psychologist in NJ, NY & PA for over 35 years. I incorporate a holistic approach, emphasizing mind, body, spirit and emotion. I am passionate about our work together & I still approach each person enthusiastically & with great respect. My work increases your ability to feel, to love, to hope, to heal, and to succeed. Clients are helped to problem solve and live in joy and peace rather than in pain and fear. This process involves in depth explorations of understanding purpose in life via prayer, mindfulness meditation, exploring and understanding thoughts, emotions, behaviors & the importance of true spirituality.
I am a licensed psychologist in NJ, NY & PA for over 35 years. I incorporate a holistic approach, emphasizing mind, body, spirit and emotion. I am passionate about our work together & I still approach each person enthusiastically & with great respect. My work increases your ability to feel, to love, to hope, to heal, and to succeed. Clients are helped to problem solve and live in joy and peace rather than in pain and fear. This process involves in depth explorations of understanding purpose in life via prayer, mindfulness meditation, exploring and understanding thoughts, emotions, behaviors & the importance of true spirituality.
Adolescence is a complex journey; one that can trigger intense feelings of sadness frustration, self doubt, loneliness and fear. Without the proper tools to navigate these roads, a young female can find herself entangled in darkness. Although this period in her life will pass, the residual effect of her decisions and experiences as a teenager, can impact the path she continues on throughout her lifetime. Now more than ever, your daughter needs the appropriate support as she works to gain a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of herself and the world around her.
Adolescence is a complex journey; one that can trigger intense feelings of sadness frustration, self doubt, loneliness and fear. Without the proper tools to navigate these roads, a young female can find herself entangled in darkness. Although this period in her life will pass, the residual effect of her decisions and experiences as a teenager, can impact the path she continues on throughout her lifetime. Now more than ever, your daughter needs the appropriate support as she works to gain a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of herself and the world around her.
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Pond of Peace Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
This often includes CBT, DBT, IFS, MBSR, problem-solving, attachment based therapies, and more.
Hello I’m Rachel, the owner and therapist of Pond of Peace Counseling and Wellness! I serve clients with a wide array of presenting problems with a special focus on individuals facing change and transition at any point in the lifespan, as well as those still battling the lasting effect of chaotic childhoods. I believe in the use of mindfulness and mind-body approaches to wellness and healing, in addition to talk therapy. I have close personal connections to the 1st responder(police/fire/EMT) and military communities. I believe in helping people live their best lives, individually defined, through one's own strength and adaptability.
This often includes CBT, DBT, IFS, MBSR, problem-solving, attachment based therapies, and more.
Hello I’m Rachel, the owner and therapist of Pond of Peace Counseling and Wellness! I serve clients with a wide array of presenting problems with a special focus on individuals facing change and transition at any point in the lifespan, as well as those still battling the lasting effect of chaotic childhoods. I believe in the use of mindfulness and mind-body approaches to wellness and healing, in addition to talk therapy. I have close personal connections to the 1st responder(police/fire/EMT) and military communities. I believe in helping people live their best lives, individually defined, through one's own strength and adaptability.
I pull from a variety of scientifically backed theories and techniques to fit my clients' personal needs - primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Internal Family Systems approaches.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, anxious, confused, depressed, or unheard? Are you having difficulties or conflicts within your family or relationships and are not sure what to do? Maybe you just need an outlet to process stress and life's challenges, and would like some perspective and professional feedback. Whether you are going through a major life shift or just need a space to focus on your goals, I am here to help you tap into and bring out the best version of yourself. We'll work together to nurture your strengths, find your voice, and improve your overall health and wellbeing.
I pull from a variety of scientifically backed theories and techniques to fit my clients' personal needs - primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Internal Family Systems approaches.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, anxious, confused, depressed, or unheard? Are you having difficulties or conflicts within your family or relationships and are not sure what to do? Maybe you just need an outlet to process stress and life's challenges, and would like some perspective and professional feedback. Whether you are going through a major life shift or just need a space to focus on your goals, I am here to help you tap into and bring out the best version of yourself. We'll work together to nurture your strengths, find your voice, and improve your overall health and wellbeing.
Rebecca R Sizer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Silver, NJ 07739
I use an integrated, personalized approach which includes training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and Gottman techniques.
How is it going? Whether we have a difficult work situation, a relationship issue, struggles with life changes, caught in the cycle of addiction, unresolved childhood trauma, or feel just plain stuck, the anxiety and depression that result can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes we have no idea what is happening, but certain things just seem to trigger panic or reactions we do not fully understand. Other times, finding the motivation to get out of bed in the morning is a major effort. Old and familiar ways of getting though these challenges no longer work. Something must change, but what and how?
I use an integrated, personalized approach which includes training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and Gottman techniques.
How is it going? Whether we have a difficult work situation, a relationship issue, struggles with life changes, caught in the cycle of addiction, unresolved childhood trauma, or feel just plain stuck, the anxiety and depression that result can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes we have no idea what is happening, but certain things just seem to trigger panic or reactions we do not fully understand. Other times, finding the motivation to get out of bed in the morning is a major effort. Old and familiar ways of getting though these challenges no longer work. Something must change, but what and how?
Tatiana Alves
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I rely on AEDP, IFS, and EMDR for experiential work and CBT and DBT for insight and skills-based approaches.
I attend a culturally diverse population and provide counseling in Spanish and Portuguese in addition to English. I work with neurodivergent adults, many with late diagnoses, focusing on empowerment, somatic and experiential work, and teaching coping skills when appropriate. I focus on individuals working through grief and advocate for my clients' grief process, encouraging them to find meaning and validation in the process. I believe that after trust has been established, the client will be able to grow and progress at a pace that feels manageable, healing, and safe.
I rely on AEDP, IFS, and EMDR for experiential work and CBT and DBT for insight and skills-based approaches.
I attend a culturally diverse population and provide counseling in Spanish and Portuguese in addition to English. I work with neurodivergent adults, many with late diagnoses, focusing on empowerment, somatic and experiential work, and teaching coping skills when appropriate. I focus on individuals working through grief and advocate for my clients' grief process, encouraging them to find meaning and validation in the process. I believe that after trust has been established, the client will be able to grow and progress at a pace that feels manageable, healing, and safe.
My practice is informed by an eclectic approach including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems therapy.
I work with those who feel blindsided by life, whether they experienced betrayal, panic attacks, grief and loss, or even that their anxiety has gotten out of hand.
My practice is informed by an eclectic approach including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems therapy.
I work with those who feel blindsided by life, whether they experienced betrayal, panic attacks, grief and loss, or even that their anxiety has gotten out of hand.
Dr. Gwen Schneider-Johnsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, MA, ATR
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Individual Therapy,Group Therapy,Family Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy and EMDR.
I use a variety of therapeutic treatments that I have learned and developed in the 30 years of working in the behavioral health field. The art of healing, providing holistic care in a safe, confidential, therapeutic environment. Psychotherapy is based on support, learning new skills, teaching about feelings and behavior. Promoting positive changes for a healthier lifestyle. I hold a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Eisner Institute, a Master of Counseling Psychology from Monmouth University and a Master of the Arts in Art Therapy from New York University. Spirit, Mind and Body approach.
Individual Therapy,Group Therapy,Family Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy and EMDR.
I use a variety of therapeutic treatments that I have learned and developed in the 30 years of working in the behavioral health field. The art of healing, providing holistic care in a safe, confidential, therapeutic environment. Psychotherapy is based on support, learning new skills, teaching about feelings and behavior. Promoting positive changes for a healthier lifestyle. I hold a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Eisner Institute, a Master of Counseling Psychology from Monmouth University and a Master of the Arts in Art Therapy from New York University. Spirit, Mind and Body approach.
Olivia Pruznick - Mind & Body CCS
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
While my most common treatment modalities are attachment based, existential, internal family systems, and motivational interviewing; I will incorporate treatments best fit for each individual.
My specialties are LGBTQ+ & gender identity, autism, and relationship issues, but I enjoy working with any client that has a desire for positive change. Other common populations I work with include, but are not limited to ADHD, anxiety and depression, codependency and relationship dynamics, autism and developmental disorders, and life transitions.
While my most common treatment modalities are attachment based, existential, internal family systems, and motivational interviewing; I will incorporate treatments best fit for each individual.
My specialties are LGBTQ+ & gender identity, autism, and relationship issues, but I enjoy working with any client that has a desire for positive change. Other common populations I work with include, but are not limited to ADHD, anxiety and depression, codependency and relationship dynamics, autism and developmental disorders, and life transitions.
Using a blend of CBT, IFS, BSP, and A
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or complex trauma? Perhaps you're navigating ADHD, feeling stuck in challenging relationship patterns, or trying to heal from C-PTSD? As someone who lives with ADHD, I understand how overwhelming it can feel when emotions run high and life doesn't go as planned. My clients often come to me feeling trapped in cycles of anxiety, relationship struggles, or trauma responses, yearning for deeper self-understanding and meaningful change.
Using a blend of CBT, IFS, BSP, and A
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or complex trauma? Perhaps you're navigating ADHD, feeling stuck in challenging relationship patterns, or trying to heal from C-PTSD? As someone who lives with ADHD, I understand how overwhelming it can feel when emotions run high and life doesn't go as planned. My clients often come to me feeling trapped in cycles of anxiety, relationship struggles, or trauma responses, yearning for deeper self-understanding and meaningful change.
Seraphim Chemodakov
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
In therapy, I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy, attachment-based experiential/systemic therapy, as well as emotionally-focused therapy, and family systems based modalities.
It is said that the family is the “factory” where people are made. We learn to react in certain ways within our families which can affect how we develop, as well as our relationships and behaviors. Life can take unexpected turns and the challenges presented at such times can be difficult to work through alone. I seek to help my clients navigate and maneuver through these times by creating a safe haven from which to work through their challenges. I am committed to empowering individuals, strengthening relationships, and strive to create equilibrium within families.
In therapy, I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy, attachment-based experiential/systemic therapy, as well as emotionally-focused therapy, and family systems based modalities.
It is said that the family is the “factory” where people are made. We learn to react in certain ways within our families which can affect how we develop, as well as our relationships and behaviors. Life can take unexpected turns and the challenges presented at such times can be difficult to work through alone. I seek to help my clients navigate and maneuver through these times by creating a safe haven from which to work through their challenges. I am committed to empowering individuals, strengthening relationships, and strive to create equilibrium within families.
Sarah Loveland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am certified in grief and trauma therapy, and incorporate elements of Polyvagal Theory, Trauma-Focused Mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems into my therapeutic work.
Whether you're grieving the death of a loved one, finding your way after divorce, or looking to restore safety after complex trauma, I am dedicated to facilitating your hope and healing. My focus is supporting adults, adolescents, and children navigating the impacts of trauma and loss. I believe that individual peace is achieved through careful pace and compassionate attention to your lived experience. I will offer you guidance and a framework to help you develop the tools you need to carry your grief with self-compassion. I see my role as a grief therapist as a trusted companion and witness to your pain.
I am certified in grief and trauma therapy, and incorporate elements of Polyvagal Theory, Trauma-Focused Mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems into my therapeutic work.
Whether you're grieving the death of a loved one, finding your way after divorce, or looking to restore safety after complex trauma, I am dedicated to facilitating your hope and healing. My focus is supporting adults, adolescents, and children navigating the impacts of trauma and loss. I believe that individual peace is achieved through careful pace and compassionate attention to your lived experience. I will offer you guidance and a framework to help you develop the tools you need to carry your grief with self-compassion. I see my role as a grief therapist as a trusted companion and witness to your pain.
I am a Level Three Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist.
WELCOME! Make this your year of growth! I would love to be a part of your journey. I work with adults and adolescents who want to overcome depression, anxiety and low self-esteem as well as eating and weight related issues and body image concerns. Change can be tough so I want to honor the courage you are showing by thinking about therapy. The work we can do together will help you heal from past wounds and move forward in your life. Together we create healing change in a respectful manner where you can find peace.
I am a Level Three Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist.
WELCOME! Make this your year of growth! I would love to be a part of your journey. I work with adults and adolescents who want to overcome depression, anxiety and low self-esteem as well as eating and weight related issues and body image concerns. Change can be tough so I want to honor the courage you are showing by thinking about therapy. The work we can do together will help you heal from past wounds and move forward in your life. Together we create healing change in a respectful manner where you can find peace.
You can expect a warm, compassionate person-centered approach, pulling in CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, and Internal Family Systems, as needed.
How brave of you to be searching for a therapist. Getting to this point often means the struggles you face have gotten to a point of affecting your quality of life; and admitting this can feel defeating. At the same time, if you’re here, you know therapy can be an opportunity to improve your well-being. By collaborating with me, we can build an understanding of your struggles and work through embracing meaningful growth and change. My twenty years experience in the mental health field has taught me that the most significant change and healing comes from within the client, and can be fostered through a supportive therapeutic rapport.
You can expect a warm, compassionate person-centered approach, pulling in CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, and Internal Family Systems, as needed.
How brave of you to be searching for a therapist. Getting to this point often means the struggles you face have gotten to a point of affecting your quality of life; and admitting this can feel defeating. At the same time, if you’re here, you know therapy can be an opportunity to improve your well-being. By collaborating with me, we can build an understanding of your struggles and work through embracing meaningful growth and change. My twenty years experience in the mental health field has taught me that the most significant change and healing comes from within the client, and can be fostered through a supportive therapeutic rapport.
The therapeutic treatments I utilize are based on the individual, focusing on the underlying issues causing pain, using a combination of talk and holistic therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Pranotthan Yoga (with the Koshas), Mindfulness Meditation, Somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR and more.
I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life, diverse cultures and backgrounds. After spending the first few years of my substance use and mental health counseling career in the traditional clinical setting as both a residential clinician/coordinator, outpatient clinician, and as an intensive outpatient director, I came to realize that the insight I gained from my personal and professional yoga practice and training is best conveyed within the integration of traditional psychotherapy, yoga, mindfulness, and other holistic therapies. My clients are guided and benefit from an increased focus on their personal health needs.
The therapeutic treatments I utilize are based on the individual, focusing on the underlying issues causing pain, using a combination of talk and holistic therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Pranotthan Yoga (with the Koshas), Mindfulness Meditation, Somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR and more.
I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life, diverse cultures and backgrounds. After spending the first few years of my substance use and mental health counseling career in the traditional clinical setting as both a residential clinician/coordinator, outpatient clinician, and as an intensive outpatient director, I came to realize that the insight I gained from my personal and professional yoga practice and training is best conveyed within the integration of traditional psychotherapy, yoga, mindfulness, and other holistic therapies. My clients are guided and benefit from an increased focus on their personal health needs.
IFS.
Do you feel stuck and helpless, like you're never going to be able to move on from your trauma? Have you felt afraid of the future or felt something terrible would happen? Do you have nightmares or intrusive thoughts about your past trauma? Do you feel disconnected from your body or numbed out from your emotions? You’ve been trying traditional ways to heal but regular talk therapy and/or doing it on your own (DIY) can make you feel more hopeless, helpless, stuck, lonely, angry, and resentful. It’s not your fault. The traditional methods are not designed to help you fully heal.
IFS.
Do you feel stuck and helpless, like you're never going to be able to move on from your trauma? Have you felt afraid of the future or felt something terrible would happen? Do you have nightmares or intrusive thoughts about your past trauma? Do you feel disconnected from your body or numbed out from your emotions? You’ve been trying traditional ways to heal but regular talk therapy and/or doing it on your own (DIY) can make you feel more hopeless, helpless, stuck, lonely, angry, and resentful. It’s not your fault. The traditional methods are not designed to help you fully heal.
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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.