Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Sunnyside, NY
I work with women who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves to gently understand what’s been shaping their reactions, restore a sense of safety in their body, and build the self-trust needed to move toward the life they want.
You might look capable on the outside yet feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected within. You want to understand why you react the way you do, feel more grounded in your body, and trust your needs in relationships and decisions. You’re not trying to become someone else — you want more ease, clarity, and a way of living that feels genuinely like you.
I work with women who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves to gently understand what’s been shaping their reactions, restore a sense of safety in their body, and build the self-trust needed to move toward the life they want.
You might look capable on the outside yet feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected within. You want to understand why you react the way you do, feel more grounded in your body, and trust your needs in relationships and decisions. You’re not trying to become someone else — you want more ease, clarity, and a way of living that feels genuinely like you.
Therapy is a soft place to land, and together we can lay groundwork to find meaning, gain resilience, and develop tools to manage stress, anxiety, and depression.
I specialize in working with teens and adults to create a sense of safety within themselves, and support through life changes, interpersonal stressors, and the broader landscape of collective turmoil. I enjoy working with clients to explore relationship dynamics and the patterns we unconsciously repeat. Much of my experience has been with individuals taking the meaningful step of trying therapy for the first time, as well as those with a history of complex trauma.
Therapy is a soft place to land, and together we can lay groundwork to find meaning, gain resilience, and develop tools to manage stress, anxiety, and depression.
I specialize in working with teens and adults to create a sense of safety within themselves, and support through life changes, interpersonal stressors, and the broader landscape of collective turmoil. I enjoy working with clients to explore relationship dynamics and the patterns we unconsciously repeat. Much of my experience has been with individuals taking the meaningful step of trying therapy for the first time, as well as those with a history of complex trauma.
I like to give clients autonomy to feel their emotions. We work as a team to find solutions to create a more sustainable life. In therapy, I prefer to meet the person where they are at. There is room for emotional releases, as well as problem-solving through life transitions. I focus on strategies to calm our nervous systems and find coping strategies.
I like to give clients autonomy to feel their emotions. We work as a team to find solutions to create a more sustainable life. In therapy, I prefer to meet the person where they are at. There is room for emotional releases, as well as problem-solving through life transitions. I focus on strategies to calm our nervous systems and find coping strategies.
I specialize in providing integrated EMDR and IFS to LGBTQ+ youth and adults who are impacted by complex trauma and painful past experiences.
Once a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship is established, I help clients understand the neurobiological impact of trauma, often relieving deeply ingrained self-blame. This work supports insight into how the brain and nervous system respond to stress and trauma, reframing these reactions as natural physiological responses rather than personal flaws.
I specialize in providing integrated EMDR and IFS to LGBTQ+ youth and adults who are impacted by complex trauma and painful past experiences.
Once a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship is established, I help clients understand the neurobiological impact of trauma, often relieving deeply ingrained self-blame. This work supports insight into how the brain and nervous system respond to stress and trauma, reframing these reactions as natural physiological responses rather than personal flaws.
Using IFS and mindfulness, we go beyond coping — we get to the root.
You're thoughtful, resilient, and had to work hard for what you have in your life. It didn't come easy, but you bridged the gap to where you are. Yet underneath, there are old hurts and patterns that weigh you down. Maybe it's anxiety or depression you can't shake. Maybe it's a voice that says you're not good enough. Maybe it's relationship patterns that keep you stuck. You don't have to carry it alone. I specialize in working with adults from Latino, African, Caribbean, and Asian descent — who are ready to heal, not just cope. LGBTQ+ individuals are welcome. I'll help you heal those old hurts and find the peace underneath it all.
Using IFS and mindfulness, we go beyond coping — we get to the root.
You're thoughtful, resilient, and had to work hard for what you have in your life. It didn't come easy, but you bridged the gap to where you are. Yet underneath, there are old hurts and patterns that weigh you down. Maybe it's anxiety or depression you can't shake. Maybe it's a voice that says you're not good enough. Maybe it's relationship patterns that keep you stuck. You don't have to carry it alone. I specialize in working with adults from Latino, African, Caribbean, and Asian descent — who are ready to heal, not just cope. LGBTQ+ individuals are welcome. I'll help you heal those old hurts and find the peace underneath it all.
As an MHC-LP, I help adults ages 18+ navigate anxiety, depression, stress management, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions. My goal is to help you identify and utilize your inherent strengths, taking a collaborative, empowering, and empathetic approach that builds an authentic relationship so you feel seen, heard, and respected. If you’re ready to work with a supportive, humanistic, and eclectic therapist focused on your healing and growth, I encourage you to reach out today.
As an MHC-LP, I help adults ages 18+ navigate anxiety, depression, stress management, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions. My goal is to help you identify and utilize your inherent strengths, taking a collaborative, empowering, and empathetic approach that builds an authentic relationship so you feel seen, heard, and respected. If you’re ready to work with a supportive, humanistic, and eclectic therapist focused on your healing and growth, I encourage you to reach out today.
I take a psychodynamic approach that integrates IFS and parts work, ACT, as well as feminist and holistic frameworks.
As a genderqueer, bisexual, and desi therapist, my lived experience at several intersections informs my approach and ethos. I'm interested in working with TGNC, BIPOC, + neurodivergent populations, as well as adolescents and children at similar intersections who may need additional support navigating stressors, and building the appropriate toolkits to do so.
I take a psychodynamic approach that integrates IFS and parts work, ACT, as well as feminist and holistic frameworks.
As a genderqueer, bisexual, and desi therapist, my lived experience at several intersections informs my approach and ethos. I'm interested in working with TGNC, BIPOC, + neurodivergent populations, as well as adolescents and children at similar intersections who may need additional support navigating stressors, and building the appropriate toolkits to do so.
Life can become overwhelming when anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges start to become difficult. You may find yourself worrying constantly, feeling stuck or struggling to balance the many demands of family, work, and personal life. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to carry those struggles alone. I know how daunting it can feel to reach out for support, and I admire the courage it takes to consider change. Together, we’ll work toward building a sense of peace, clarity, and strength so you can feel more grounded and hopeful moving forward.
Life can become overwhelming when anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges start to become difficult. You may find yourself worrying constantly, feeling stuck or struggling to balance the many demands of family, work, and personal life. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to carry those struggles alone. I know how daunting it can feel to reach out for support, and I admire the courage it takes to consider change. Together, we’ll work toward building a sense of peace, clarity, and strength so you can feel more grounded and hopeful moving forward.
Life can sometimes feel like a series of tangled knots—solving one issue may reveal another. Therapy provides an opportunity for self-discovery and positive change. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, helping you find clarity and relief.
Life can sometimes feel like a series of tangled knots—solving one issue may reveal another. Therapy provides an opportunity for self-discovery and positive change. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, helping you find clarity and relief.
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My approach is collaborative, relational, and insight-oriented—drawing from psychodynamic, IFS, and multicultural frameworks to help you understand what has shaped you, reconnect with inner strengths, and build a life that feels meaningful on your own terms.
You’re doing your best to hold everything together, yet under the surface you may feel anxious, stuck, or emotionally drained—like no one truly sees you. Perhaps old wounds still weigh on you, or you’re trying to find your place in a world that hasn’t always felt safe or fair. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
As a queer, non-binary, bilingual therapist living with my own experiences of mental health challenges, I understand how complex it can feel to seek support. I’ve worked extensively with immigrant and marginalized communities, and I offer a space grounded in empathy, curiosity, and respect.
My approach is collaborative, relational, and insight-oriented—drawing from psychodynamic, IFS, and multicultural frameworks to help you understand what has shaped you, reconnect with inner strengths, and build a life that feels meaningful on your own terms.
You’re doing your best to hold everything together, yet under the surface you may feel anxious, stuck, or emotionally drained—like no one truly sees you. Perhaps old wounds still weigh on you, or you’re trying to find your place in a world that hasn’t always felt safe or fair. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
As a queer, non-binary, bilingual therapist living with my own experiences of mental health challenges, I understand how complex it can feel to seek support. I’ve worked extensively with immigrant and marginalized communities, and I offer a space grounded in empathy, curiosity, and respect.
A presenting diagnosis is hardly the full story, it is merely the doorway by which we enter. Our work together will create a framework whereby you can initiate and maintain a relationship with your pain, and come to see it as an invitation for you to make contact with your higher, authentic self. Through investing in this process, you will transform the way you experience yourself and heal.
A presenting diagnosis is hardly the full story, it is merely the doorway by which we enter. Our work together will create a framework whereby you can initiate and maintain a relationship with your pain, and come to see it as an invitation for you to make contact with your higher, authentic self. Through investing in this process, you will transform the way you experience yourself and heal.
I am certified in EMDR, have 2 years training in Somatic Experiencing and have trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Internal Family Systems and other therapies.
Depending on your needs, I may use very concrete therapies such as CBT or DBT, explore issues of spirituality, or work with somatic therapies such as EMDR - or all of these. I am a strong believer in self-care and self-compassion, and will help you identify your natural resilience and the strengths you are already using so you can build on these.
I am certified in EMDR, have 2 years training in Somatic Experiencing and have trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Internal Family Systems and other therapies.
Depending on your needs, I may use very concrete therapies such as CBT or DBT, explore issues of spirituality, or work with somatic therapies such as EMDR - or all of these. I am a strong believer in self-care and self-compassion, and will help you identify your natural resilience and the strengths you are already using so you can build on these.
I use EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to support individuals healing from sexual assault/abuse, emotional/physical/spiritual abuse, trauma and PTSD, and relationship challenges.
If you've experienced abuse, assault, or trauma, you know the impact can feel overwhelming, affecting your sense of self, emotional wellbeing, and the relationships in your life. I specialize in supporting individuals healing from sexual, physical, emotional, or spiritual abuse and trauma, helping you rediscover freedom and connection. I also enjoy working with individuals exploring their gender or sexual identity and the LGBTQIA2S+ community, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to process and grow. With nearly a decade of experience, I'm here to affirm that healing is possible.
I use EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to support individuals healing from sexual assault/abuse, emotional/physical/spiritual abuse, trauma and PTSD, and relationship challenges.
If you've experienced abuse, assault, or trauma, you know the impact can feel overwhelming, affecting your sense of self, emotional wellbeing, and the relationships in your life. I specialize in supporting individuals healing from sexual, physical, emotional, or spiritual abuse and trauma, helping you rediscover freedom and connection. I also enjoy working with individuals exploring their gender or sexual identity and the LGBTQIA2S+ community, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to process and grow. With nearly a decade of experience, I'm here to affirm that healing is possible.
Take that first step toward healing your pain and suffering. Make the call, set up an initial chat and start to feel better in a remarkably short time.
I am compassionate, dedicated and highly skilled in helping you make remarkable shifts within yourself, relationships and overall quality of life.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships. If you are looking for a devoted, open- minded therapist, please reach out! Sessions are one full hour. Brief texting between appointments is offered. Best Regards!
Take that first step toward healing your pain and suffering. Make the call, set up an initial chat and start to feel better in a remarkably short time.
I am compassionate, dedicated and highly skilled in helping you make remarkable shifts within yourself, relationships and overall quality of life.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships. If you are looking for a devoted, open- minded therapist, please reach out! Sessions are one full hour. Brief texting between appointments is offered. Best Regards!
Hi there! I’m Rebecca, and I'm deeply committed to supporting you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. Therapy can seem a bit intimidating at first, but my goal is to make this journey comfortable, supportive, and useful. I’m here to help you navigate the ups and downs of life, whether that means tackling anxiety, dealing with dating frustrations, navigating difficult relationships, or maybe just figuring out how to keep it all together. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment and gain deeper insights, awareness and tools to feel more secure.
Hi there! I’m Rebecca, and I'm deeply committed to supporting you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. Therapy can seem a bit intimidating at first, but my goal is to make this journey comfortable, supportive, and useful. I’m here to help you navigate the ups and downs of life, whether that means tackling anxiety, dealing with dating frustrations, navigating difficult relationships, or maybe just figuring out how to keep it all together. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment and gain deeper insights, awareness and tools to feel more secure.
It takes courage to seek out therapy. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck in life, or are experiencing relationship issues- you want to build a more satisfying life, with hope for new possibilities. Therapy can help you to not only relieve suffering, but also to make lasting changes that will allow you to grow into a more authentic and empowered person. I will support and challenge you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop the tools to change.
It takes courage to seek out therapy. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck in life, or are experiencing relationship issues- you want to build a more satisfying life, with hope for new possibilities. Therapy can help you to not only relieve suffering, but also to make lasting changes that will allow you to grow into a more authentic and empowered person. I will support and challenge you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop the tools to change.
My approach is to work from a foundation in Neuroscience, and combine attachment theory, EMDR, & IFS-informed therapy in a warm, person-centered space.
My ideal client is self aware, high-functioning, and often hard on themselves. They may carry anxiety, deep shame, or loneliness beneath their competence, shaped by early attachment wounds, betrayal, terrifying trauma, or loss. They long for calm, connection, meaningful healing, and a kinder relationship with themselves. They want to understand why they react the way they do, heal their deep pain, understand their despair, let go of their anxiety, and live with more ease, clarity, joyful hope, and wholeness.
My approach is to work from a foundation in Neuroscience, and combine attachment theory, EMDR, & IFS-informed therapy in a warm, person-centered space.
My ideal client is self aware, high-functioning, and often hard on themselves. They may carry anxiety, deep shame, or loneliness beneath their competence, shaped by early attachment wounds, betrayal, terrifying trauma, or loss. They long for calm, connection, meaningful healing, and a kinder relationship with themselves. They want to understand why they react the way they do, heal their deep pain, understand their despair, let go of their anxiety, and live with more ease, clarity, joyful hope, and wholeness.
Dr. Jennifer Pereira earned a master’s degree in School Psychology from Long Island University and went on to receive her doctoral degree from the Derner Institute for Advanced Psychological Studies at Adelphi University. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at the adult clinic at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies and at the Derner Hempstead Child Clinic, a community mental health clinic serving under resourced predominantly BIPOC children and families. Jennifer also has over 15 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, and families as a school psychologist.
Dr. Jennifer Pereira earned a master’s degree in School Psychology from Long Island University and went on to receive her doctoral degree from the Derner Institute for Advanced Psychological Studies at Adelphi University. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at the adult clinic at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies and at the Derner Hempstead Child Clinic, a community mental health clinic serving under resourced predominantly BIPOC children and families. Jennifer also has over 15 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, and families as a school psychologist.
I am trained in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems therapy and AEDP, all of which treat trauma and also relieve anxiety, depression and other emotions brought on by life changes.
I am a warm, empathic and experienced therapist who works in a collaborative style that will allow you to draw upon your own strengths and experiences within a safe and non-judgmental environment. One of the most important elements in therapy is the relationship between client and therapist which is built on trust, sincerity and a touch of humor. Together we can explore and change those parts of your life that cause unhappiness.
I am trained in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems therapy and AEDP, all of which treat trauma and also relieve anxiety, depression and other emotions brought on by life changes.
I am a warm, empathic and experienced therapist who works in a collaborative style that will allow you to draw upon your own strengths and experiences within a safe and non-judgmental environment. One of the most important elements in therapy is the relationship between client and therapist which is built on trust, sincerity and a touch of humor. Together we can explore and change those parts of your life that cause unhappiness.
As a born and raised New Yorker, I have learned to have faith in people’s potential. Now more than ever, I believe in their power to make crucial and momentous change in their lives and their world. I strive to give my clients an emotional environment that is comfortable, compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I am passionate about helping my clients identify their life's obstacles through deeper insight and self-compassion making way for a future to make all their own. I have helped individuals and couples with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, communication, infidelity, life transitions, and feeling stuck.
As a born and raised New Yorker, I have learned to have faith in people’s potential. Now more than ever, I believe in their power to make crucial and momentous change in their lives and their world. I strive to give my clients an emotional environment that is comfortable, compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I am passionate about helping my clients identify their life's obstacles through deeper insight and self-compassion making way for a future to make all their own. I have helped individuals and couples with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, communication, infidelity, life transitions, and feeling stuck.
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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.