Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Portland, OR
Christopher Jordan Robertson-Volpe
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, LPCA, LMHCA, LSC
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97221
Considered counseling but don't want to be confined to an office? Know you need help, but sitting down and talking about it sounds overwhelming? Tried to connect your teen with a therapist but it never works out? Then Connected Roots Counseling might be right for you. I approach therapy as a radical act of care, connection, and reclamation. I do not see any person as being broken or in need of fixing—but rather, being shaped by systems, histories, and daily conditions that often demand disconnection from self, body, land, and reality. I offer a unique ecotherapy practice to address these, and many more issues.
Considered counseling but don't want to be confined to an office? Know you need help, but sitting down and talking about it sounds overwhelming? Tried to connect your teen with a therapist but it never works out? Then Connected Roots Counseling might be right for you. I approach therapy as a radical act of care, connection, and reclamation. I do not see any person as being broken or in need of fixing—but rather, being shaped by systems, histories, and daily conditions that often demand disconnection from self, body, land, and reality. I offer a unique ecotherapy practice to address these, and many more issues.
Stress, anxiety, and feeling stuck can wear down even the most capable people. You may be high-functioning at work but exhausted underneath. Maybe sleep is off, your relationships feel strained, or burnout has crept in. You want change but aren't sure where to start.
I work with adults across Oregon and Washington navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, burnout, and the stress that comes with high-pressure careers, chronic illness, or major life changes. I also work with neurodivergent adults, including those exploring ADHD or autism in adulthood. Sessions are evidence-based, practical, and collaborative.
Stress, anxiety, and feeling stuck can wear down even the most capable people. You may be high-functioning at work but exhausted underneath. Maybe sleep is off, your relationships feel strained, or burnout has crept in. You want change but aren't sure where to start.
I work with adults across Oregon and Washington navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, burnout, and the stress that comes with high-pressure careers, chronic illness, or major life changes. I also work with neurodivergent adults, including those exploring ADHD or autism in adulthood. Sessions are evidence-based, practical, and collaborative.
I favor somatic, emotions-focused, and Internal Family Systems approaches.
My couples work takes this a step further; you and your partner or partners will learn to see the architecture of your own emotional influences and needs. With time and compassion, we will work to open stuck doors. The goal is for you and your partner(s) to turn towards one another instead of away when things get hard.
I favor somatic, emotions-focused, and Internal Family Systems approaches.
My couples work takes this a step further; you and your partner or partners will learn to see the architecture of your own emotional influences and needs. With time and compassion, we will work to open stuck doors. The goal is for you and your partner(s) to turn towards one another instead of away when things get hard.
I use Internal Family Systems ( IFS) as a framework and primary modality while also integrating interventions from Somatic Therapy and EMDR, ending each session with a brief meditation to allow for a smoother transition back into your day.
Life can be painful and our pain often needs to be heard to heal. Many of us spend a lot of energy avoiding or numbing our difficult feelings, and while those tactics can work for a while, they don’t provide the healing we need or create the life we want to live. If you’re ready to explore new ways of coping in a safe environment, I encourage you to reach out. Life doesn’t have to be this hard all the time.
I use Internal Family Systems ( IFS) as a framework and primary modality while also integrating interventions from Somatic Therapy and EMDR, ending each session with a brief meditation to allow for a smoother transition back into your day.
Life can be painful and our pain often needs to be heard to heal. Many of us spend a lot of energy avoiding or numbing our difficult feelings, and while those tactics can work for a while, they don’t provide the healing we need or create the life we want to live. If you’re ready to explore new ways of coping in a safe environment, I encourage you to reach out. Life doesn’t have to be this hard all the time.
I draw from a range of approaches to support each client’s unique healing process, including Somatic Experiencing, polyvagal-informed practices, expressive arts, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) parts work and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
Welcome! I'm so glad you've found your way here!
I'm a somatic psychotherapist offering virtual sessions in California and both in-person and virtual sessions in Oregon. My work centers on helping clients deepen their connection to themselves through present-moment awareness and embodied experience.
In our sessions, you'll have the opportunity to explore not only through conversation, but also through experiential practices that support insight, integration, and healing. My hope is that each time we meet, you feel supported, grounded, and genuinely accompanied on your journey.
I draw from a range of approaches to support each client’s unique healing process, including Somatic Experiencing, polyvagal-informed practices, expressive arts, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) parts work and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
Welcome! I'm so glad you've found your way here!
I'm a somatic psychotherapist offering virtual sessions in California and both in-person and virtual sessions in Oregon. My work centers on helping clients deepen their connection to themselves through present-moment awareness and embodied experience.
In our sessions, you'll have the opportunity to explore not only through conversation, but also through experiential practices that support insight, integration, and healing. My hope is that each time we meet, you feel supported, grounded, and genuinely accompanied on your journey.
Hi new friend, my name is Carly Curry and I am so glad you are here. I believe in the power of authenticity and the importance of honoring your journey. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming practitioner, ally, and social justice advocate. My true passion in the field is the queer community, especially the transgender youth and adults who face so many hardships in life. I want to create that safe space where someone feels they can be their whole self. I currently work with individuals, couples, children and teens who are all at completely different places in life.
Hi new friend, my name is Carly Curry and I am so glad you are here. I believe in the power of authenticity and the importance of honoring your journey. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming practitioner, ally, and social justice advocate. My true passion in the field is the queer community, especially the transgender youth and adults who face so many hardships in life. I want to create that safe space where someone feels they can be their whole self. I currently work with individuals, couples, children and teens who are all at completely different places in life.
My practice is rooted in somatic psychology, somatic experiencing, integrative parts work, Internal Family Systems, and depth psychology.
I offer support to adults who are desiring to release trauma, understand behavior patterns and recurring emotional disturbances, deepen authenticity and self-compassion, and question social conditioning. I also support those who may feel at odds with social expectations. I use Somatic modalities to release stuck nervous systems patterns and emotions, increase understanding of who you are, and reconnect to your internal guidance system.
Using curiosity and compassion, I focus more on understanding why certain behaviors, parts, and emotions were, and are needed as a protection, rather than to pathologize or force change.
My practice is rooted in somatic psychology, somatic experiencing, integrative parts work, Internal Family Systems, and depth psychology.
I offer support to adults who are desiring to release trauma, understand behavior patterns and recurring emotional disturbances, deepen authenticity and self-compassion, and question social conditioning. I also support those who may feel at odds with social expectations. I use Somatic modalities to release stuck nervous systems patterns and emotions, increase understanding of who you are, and reconnect to your internal guidance system.
Using curiosity and compassion, I focus more on understanding why certain behaviors, parts, and emotions were, and are needed as a protection, rather than to pathologize or force change.
I work with individuals and couples who seek to heal trauma, improve communication, and learn from their emotions through body-based (somatic) practices. If you're feeling anxious, depressed, or isolated without understanding how your body's sensations and emotions can help lead you to greater ease, you are not alone. Our culture has taught us to ignore our bodies rather than listen to them. I specialize in a somatic approach, which complements my other focus areas such as ecotherapy, attachment, parts work, psychedelic integration, and couples therapy.
I work with individuals and couples who seek to heal trauma, improve communication, and learn from their emotions through body-based (somatic) practices. If you're feeling anxious, depressed, or isolated without understanding how your body's sensations and emotions can help lead you to greater ease, you are not alone. Our culture has taught us to ignore our bodies rather than listen to them. I specialize in a somatic approach, which complements my other focus areas such as ecotherapy, attachment, parts work, psychedelic integration, and couples therapy.
As a systemic therapist with extensive experience in mental health and social work, I am dedicated to fostering healing through a holistic and inclusive approach. My training encompasses family therapy, couples therapy, and therapy for children/adolescents, with a strong emphasis on integrating diverse and equitable practices. Passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment, and I strive to ensure that every client feels heard, valued, and empowered in their healing journey. Choosing a therapist is a personal decision, and I understand how important it is to find someone who truly listens, supports, and empowers you.
As a systemic therapist with extensive experience in mental health and social work, I am dedicated to fostering healing through a holistic and inclusive approach. My training encompasses family therapy, couples therapy, and therapy for children/adolescents, with a strong emphasis on integrating diverse and equitable practices. Passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment, and I strive to ensure that every client feels heard, valued, and empowered in their healing journey. Choosing a therapist is a personal decision, and I understand how important it is to find someone who truly listens, supports, and empowers you.
I practice a dynamic style of therapy that is rooted in creating a supportive environment where we establish a good working relationship fostering self-awareness and insight. I work in-depth with you to discover how past family experiences may (often unconsciously) influence present day issues. We work to understand how difficult situations of the past contribute to longstanding frequently dysfunctional behavior patterns or negative self-perceptions. Therapy can help heal painful emotional wounds and relieve symptoms, improve self-acceptance and coping, improve relationship quality and overall life and work satisfaction.
I practice a dynamic style of therapy that is rooted in creating a supportive environment where we establish a good working relationship fostering self-awareness and insight. I work in-depth with you to discover how past family experiences may (often unconsciously) influence present day issues. We work to understand how difficult situations of the past contribute to longstanding frequently dysfunctional behavior patterns or negative self-perceptions. Therapy can help heal painful emotional wounds and relieve symptoms, improve self-acceptance and coping, improve relationship quality and overall life and work satisfaction.
Are you navigating the complexities of your relationships and sexuality, whether monogamous, non-monogamous, or exploring kink? I specialize in sex therapy, providing a kink-friendly and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples. My practice is dedicated to supporting you in your unique journey. With extensive experience in working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, and trauma, I am equipped to help you face and overcome these challenges. I understand that each person's path to healing and growth is unique, and I strive to meet you where you are in your process.
Are you navigating the complexities of your relationships and sexuality, whether monogamous, non-monogamous, or exploring kink? I specialize in sex therapy, providing a kink-friendly and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples. My practice is dedicated to supporting you in your unique journey. With extensive experience in working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, and trauma, I am equipped to help you face and overcome these challenges. I understand that each person's path to healing and growth is unique, and I strive to meet you where you are in your process.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or trying to make sense of your relationships and where to go next? I work with children, teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. Many of my clients struggle with overthinking, low-mood, communication, or feeling unsure of themselves and their decisions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or trying to make sense of your relationships and where to go next? I work with children, teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. Many of my clients struggle with overthinking, low-mood, communication, or feeling unsure of themselves and their decisions.
Are you noticing the same issues come up in your relationships over and over? Want to understand your neurodivergent brain better and build skills to support your needs in this neurotypical world? Need help managing depression, anxiety, or shame? Would you like to add more joy and fulfillment to your life? You're not alone! Together we can work to help you achieve new tools for creating growth and enriching your life.
Are you noticing the same issues come up in your relationships over and over? Want to understand your neurodivergent brain better and build skills to support your needs in this neurotypical world? Need help managing depression, anxiety, or shame? Would you like to add more joy and fulfillment to your life? You're not alone! Together we can work to help you achieve new tools for creating growth and enriching your life.
I integrate Internal Family Systems, narrative therapy, and interpersonal neurobiology, with a focus on interdependence and compassion for self and others.
Hi, I'm Mido. I do therapy differently than most, because I trust that you already have the inner resources to deal with stuckness, and you just need some help with access. If you're looking for individual or partnered support, you're not alone, and things really can get better. It's so common to feel anxious or disconnected and to need help navigating the impact of previous trauma on current experiences, particularly around identity, sexuality, intimacy, marginalization, and nontraditional partnerships. I can help you increase connection and shift relationship imbalances with compassion and accountability rather than blame.
I integrate Internal Family Systems, narrative therapy, and interpersonal neurobiology, with a focus on interdependence and compassion for self and others.
Hi, I'm Mido. I do therapy differently than most, because I trust that you already have the inner resources to deal with stuckness, and you just need some help with access. If you're looking for individual or partnered support, you're not alone, and things really can get better. It's so common to feel anxious or disconnected and to need help navigating the impact of previous trauma on current experiences, particularly around identity, sexuality, intimacy, marginalization, and nontraditional partnerships. I can help you increase connection and shift relationship imbalances with compassion and accountability rather than blame.
I integrate Expressive Arts with Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to help you process feelings and experiences, reduce inner conflict, and improve relationships.
I specialize in trauma (both single incident and complex developmental), grief and loss, secondary trauma of helping professionals, and creativity blocks. Helping people reconnect with their innate creativity and using that creativity as a source for healing and change is my goal.
I integrate Expressive Arts with Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to help you process feelings and experiences, reduce inner conflict, and improve relationships.
I specialize in trauma (both single incident and complex developmental), grief and loss, secondary trauma of helping professionals, and creativity blocks. Helping people reconnect with their innate creativity and using that creativity as a source for healing and change is my goal.
I often use IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy) mindfulness, narrative, art and somatic therapy.
Well-being, peace, and safety are your human right.
As a therapist, my approach is to create a safe and respectful space and build a foundation of trust. I am a creative practitioner and recognize that each person brings with them an intrinsic ability toward self-healing and resilience.
I often use IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy) mindfulness, narrative, art and somatic therapy.
Well-being, peace, and safety are your human right.
As a therapist, my approach is to create a safe and respectful space and build a foundation of trust. I am a creative practitioner and recognize that each person brings with them an intrinsic ability toward self-healing and resilience.
Do you feel overwhelmed while trying to hold everything together? I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, grief, burnout, life transitions, and identity changes. Flexible telehealth appointments with weekday and limited weekend availability available. Free 15-minute consultation offered.
Do you feel overwhelmed while trying to hold everything together? I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, grief, burnout, life transitions, and identity changes. Flexible telehealth appointments with weekday and limited weekend availability available. Free 15-minute consultation offered.
I use a humanistic, client-centered approach, with powerful but gentle somatic therapies such as EMDR, IFS and energy psychology.
Are you frequently bothered by memories that just won't go away? When you face something new in life, are you afraid you can't handle it? Do you beat yourself up over mistakes that you have made? Do you find it difficult to say No to a request, or to ask for help from others? Do you feel burned out and frustrated with family or work relationships? Many of us have gone the route of self-help books, but these have limited value since they aren't tailored to our individual lives. My work with you is.
I use a humanistic, client-centered approach, with powerful but gentle somatic therapies such as EMDR, IFS and energy psychology.
Are you frequently bothered by memories that just won't go away? When you face something new in life, are you afraid you can't handle it? Do you beat yourself up over mistakes that you have made? Do you find it difficult to say No to a request, or to ask for help from others? Do you feel burned out and frustrated with family or work relationships? Many of us have gone the route of self-help books, but these have limited value since they aren't tailored to our individual lives. My work with you is.
I am passionate about helping people struggling with issues caused by trauma & abuse. These often times include a loss of safety, confusing emotional experiences, and difficulty creating and maintaining healthy long term relationships.
I am passionate about helping people struggling with issues caused by trauma & abuse. These often times include a loss of safety, confusing emotional experiences, and difficulty creating and maintaining healthy long term relationships.
As a therapist, I invest wholeheartedly in my clients to build a nurturing relationship where clients can feel safe, supported and valued. I am passionate about helping people overcome their challenges to arrive at a place of peace and empowerment. I deeply care about my clients and their process, thus prioritize building safe and strong relationships with each person I work with. I see therapy as an adventure where we will be going through the trenches side by side. This journey is not a straight path and each turn will take you exactly where you need to be.
As a therapist, I invest wholeheartedly in my clients to build a nurturing relationship where clients can feel safe, supported and valued. I am passionate about helping people overcome their challenges to arrive at a place of peace and empowerment. I deeply care about my clients and their process, thus prioritize building safe and strong relationships with each person I work with. I see therapy as an adventure where we will be going through the trenches side by side. This journey is not a straight path and each turn will take you exactly where you need to be.
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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.