Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Pacific County, WA
Some days we use structured approaches like IFS or cognitive-based strategies, and other days focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space to process thoughts and emotions openly.
I am a trained Level 1 Gottman therapist (working on Level 2), this is helpful to those struggling with relationship issues. I am also a trained Level 1 IFS therapist, which is a great modality for people struggling with PTSD, depression, anxiety, etc. I have invested countless hours in learning other helpful modalities and concepts that add to my knoweldge.
Some days we use structured approaches like IFS or cognitive-based strategies, and other days focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space to process thoughts and emotions openly.
I am a trained Level 1 Gottman therapist (working on Level 2), this is helpful to those struggling with relationship issues. I am also a trained Level 1 IFS therapist, which is a great modality for people struggling with PTSD, depression, anxiety, etc. I have invested countless hours in learning other helpful modalities and concepts that add to my knoweldge.
Welcome to Fresh Waves of Change—a warm, supportive space where transformation unfolds gently, one step at a time. Serving individuals and families across Washington and Oregon, we’re here to walk beside you through whatever life brings. Whether you’re navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, neurodivergence, or parent-child relationship, we offer understanding, compassion, and guidance tailored to your needs. At Fresh Waves of Change, we believe in nurturing growth, healing, resilience, and connection, helping you and your loved ones to build a healthier mind, body, and spirit together, supporting you every step of the way.
Welcome to Fresh Waves of Change—a warm, supportive space where transformation unfolds gently, one step at a time. Serving individuals and families across Washington and Oregon, we’re here to walk beside you through whatever life brings. Whether you’re navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, neurodivergence, or parent-child relationship, we offer understanding, compassion, and guidance tailored to your needs. At Fresh Waves of Change, we believe in nurturing growth, healing, resilience, and connection, helping you and your loved ones to build a healthier mind, body, and spirit together, supporting you every step of the way.
My therapy techniques are integrated, heavily influenced by the evidence-based practices of Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Seeking Safety, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with 12 step wisdom.
I enjoy helping who are navigating a significant life transition or grappling with questions about identity, purpose, and change. Clients may be in the process of moving from adolescence to adulthood, adjusting to new responsibilities, or re-evaluating long held patterns in relationships and behavior. Often they come to me because life feels uncertain or out of balance. They sense that something needs to shift, but aren't sure where to start.
My therapy techniques are integrated, heavily influenced by the evidence-based practices of Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Seeking Safety, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with 12 step wisdom.
I enjoy helping who are navigating a significant life transition or grappling with questions about identity, purpose, and change. Clients may be in the process of moving from adolescence to adulthood, adjusting to new responsibilities, or re-evaluating long held patterns in relationships and behavior. Often they come to me because life feels uncertain or out of balance. They sense that something needs to shift, but aren't sure where to start.
Online Therapists
Are you concerned about your child? Does your child struggle with: anxiety, feeling sad, behavioral outbursts, difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep, problems at school, low grades? Is the stress affecting your family? I am here for you! I work with children, teens and families to find solutions that can help the whole family live a healthy life and deal with the challenges that we deal with daily. I believe in healing through playing, being creative and talk therapy. I advocate for children and teens who need that extra support in school.
Are you concerned about your child? Does your child struggle with: anxiety, feeling sad, behavioral outbursts, difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep, problems at school, low grades? Is the stress affecting your family? I am here for you! I work with children, teens and families to find solutions that can help the whole family live a healthy life and deal with the challenges that we deal with daily. I believe in healing through playing, being creative and talk therapy. I advocate for children and teens who need that extra support in school.
Body Based Healing & Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SUDP, SEP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with not feeling happy, fulfilled with your life? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-worth? Do you struggle with fatigue and low energy? Do you have a self-critical voice that tells you you are not good enough,? Does your life look good on the outside but not on the inside? Do you struggle to feel fully present in your work and relationships? My passion in being a therapist is helping people who don’t feel good about themselves and/or their lives. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-confidence, have challenges with addiction(s) and unresolved trauma.
Do you struggle with not feeling happy, fulfilled with your life? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-worth? Do you struggle with fatigue and low energy? Do you have a self-critical voice that tells you you are not good enough,? Does your life look good on the outside but not on the inside? Do you struggle to feel fully present in your work and relationships? My passion in being a therapist is helping people who don’t feel good about themselves and/or their lives. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-confidence, have challenges with addiction(s) and unresolved trauma.
Relationship Rescue : Break Free Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MSMFT, LMFTA
8 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98003
Something needs to change. Now. You feel the distance, the frustration. You need a relationship specialist, a dynamic therapist with space to actually address what is going on at the root.
If just trying harder, or just waiting it out was going to work, it would have already and you would not be here.
If tomorrow cannot look or feel like yesterday, you are in the right place.
Click through to my website to book a consult call or even your intake session now. No more waiting to hear back, no more phone tag. Start your journey today.
Something needs to change. Now. You feel the distance, the frustration. You need a relationship specialist, a dynamic therapist with space to actually address what is going on at the root.
If just trying harder, or just waiting it out was going to work, it would have already and you would not be here.
If tomorrow cannot look or feel like yesterday, you are in the right place.
Click through to my website to book a consult call or even your intake session now. No more waiting to hear back, no more phone tag. Start your journey today.
Hi, I'm Todd, a non-binary, LMHC and LMFTA with four years of clinical experience across community health and private practice. I work with individuals and couples navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, identity, and sexuality. As well as couples facing conflict, disconnection, transition, or a desire for exploration. I provide a therapeutic space for you to explore what's holding you back and empowering you to be the agent of change, so you can start building a life that you love. My practice is sex-positive, kink-allied, and an affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals, and sex workers.
Hi, I'm Todd, a non-binary, LMHC and LMFTA with four years of clinical experience across community health and private practice. I work with individuals and couples navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, identity, and sexuality. As well as couples facing conflict, disconnection, transition, or a desire for exploration. I provide a therapeutic space for you to explore what's holding you back and empowering you to be the agent of change, so you can start building a life that you love. My practice is sex-positive, kink-allied, and an affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals, and sex workers.
My approach is warm, direct, and relational, integrating EMDR, IFS, ACT, mindfulness and somatic work.
You’re self-aware and capable—but when it actually matters, you still feel stuck in the same frustrating patterns. You may be managing anxious tension, overthinking, or a level of fatigue that doesn’t quite make sense given how well things are going.
At work or in relationships, you might notice yourself either taking on more than your share or pulling back altogether—reading between the lines, adjusting to keep things running smoothly, or shutting down from exhaustion. When this cycle kicks in, it can be hard to find a steady center or access the energy and clarity you know you’re capable of.
My approach is warm, direct, and relational, integrating EMDR, IFS, ACT, mindfulness and somatic work.
You’re self-aware and capable—but when it actually matters, you still feel stuck in the same frustrating patterns. You may be managing anxious tension, overthinking, or a level of fatigue that doesn’t quite make sense given how well things are going.
At work or in relationships, you might notice yourself either taking on more than your share or pulling back altogether—reading between the lines, adjusting to keep things running smoothly, or shutting down from exhaustion. When this cycle kicks in, it can be hard to find a steady center or access the energy and clarity you know you’re capable of.
As a therapist, I approach each client with empathy, curiosity, and deep respect for their unique story. I specialize in working with individuals navigating mood and personality disorders, complex PTSD, and social anxiety. My therapeutic style is collaborative and adaptive and I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities to use throughout our healing adventure together.
As a therapist, I approach each client with empathy, curiosity, and deep respect for their unique story. I specialize in working with individuals navigating mood and personality disorders, complex PTSD, and social anxiety. My therapeutic style is collaborative and adaptive and I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities to use throughout our healing adventure together.
Hi, I’m Maggie! Are you looking for a queer and neurodivergent therapist who can understand your unique challenges and experiences without the need for tons of explaining? A therapist who accepts you as you are and also gently challenges you toward deeper healing? If so, we might be a fit!
I enjoy working with clients who want to address their OCD, or generally want to better understand how to take care of themselves and their unique brain. My approach is anti-oppressive, anti-racist, liberation focused. I can offer walk and talk sessions, as my office is right next to Wright Park in Tacoma.
Hi, I’m Maggie! Are you looking for a queer and neurodivergent therapist who can understand your unique challenges and experiences without the need for tons of explaining? A therapist who accepts you as you are and also gently challenges you toward deeper healing? If so, we might be a fit!
I enjoy working with clients who want to address their OCD, or generally want to better understand how to take care of themselves and their unique brain. My approach is anti-oppressive, anti-racist, liberation focused. I can offer walk and talk sessions, as my office is right next to Wright Park in Tacoma.
I'm a good fit if...
You want to go deep. You want actual solutions to your challenges. You want measurable change. You want humor in your sessions. You want to become more empowered and have better boundaries. You ache to feel more seen, understood, and held. You want to experience more connection, desire, pleasure, joy, and enchantment in your life, work, and relationships.
I occasionally have sliding scale spots available to serve my community.
I'm a good fit if...
You want to go deep. You want actual solutions to your challenges. You want measurable change. You want humor in your sessions. You want to become more empowered and have better boundaries. You ache to feel more seen, understood, and held. You want to experience more connection, desire, pleasure, joy, and enchantment in your life, work, and relationships.
I occasionally have sliding scale spots available to serve my community.
My approach is relational and depth-oriented, drawing from psychodynamic therapy, Jungian psychotherapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Recognizing when something isn’t working is not weakness—it’s the beginning of change. Whether you feel stuck in familiar patterns or are navigating a life transition, therapy can help you understand what’s beneath the surface and move forward with greater clarity. Since 2011, I’ve worked with adults across clinical settings and have extensive experience with LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and creatives. I see clients virtually throughout the state of Washington.
My approach is relational and depth-oriented, drawing from psychodynamic therapy, Jungian psychotherapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Recognizing when something isn’t working is not weakness—it’s the beginning of change. Whether you feel stuck in familiar patterns or are navigating a life transition, therapy can help you understand what’s beneath the surface and move forward with greater clarity. Since 2011, I’ve worked with adults across clinical settings and have extensive experience with LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and creatives. I see clients virtually throughout the state of Washington.
Welcome. I currently have in office or virtual openings for Individual EMDR Intensives (trauma clearing and/or early childhood repair). Please see my website www.hearthealing.org - For Couples Repair Intensives: www.revive-your-relationship.com - Gain clarity and compassion, and feel more connected to others. Men and women come for healing from their past traumas and relief from stressors, such as relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, ADD, ACOA and boundary issues. Others come to gain a sense of who they are, what their life's purpose is, or spiritual growth.
Welcome. I currently have in office or virtual openings for Individual EMDR Intensives (trauma clearing and/or early childhood repair). Please see my website www.hearthealing.org - For Couples Repair Intensives: www.revive-your-relationship.com - Gain clarity and compassion, and feel more connected to others. Men and women come for healing from their past traumas and relief from stressors, such as relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, ADD, ACOA and boundary issues. Others come to gain a sense of who they are, what their life's purpose is, or spiritual growth.
Life. It can feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship struggles, or past wounds keep getting in the way. You may be a parent watching your child struggle with big feelings, a couple stuck in painful patterns, or an adult weighed down by self-doubt, grief, or memories that won’t quiet down. Our clients often come to us longing for relief, greater confidence, more meaningful connections, and a sense of peace in their daily lives.
Life. It can feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship struggles, or past wounds keep getting in the way. You may be a parent watching your child struggle with big feelings, a couple stuck in painful patterns, or an adult weighed down by self-doubt, grief, or memories that won’t quiet down. Our clients often come to us longing for relief, greater confidence, more meaningful connections, and a sense of peace in their daily lives.
To assist your therapeutic progress, I utilize EFT Tapping, IFS parts work, mindful grounding, somatic therapy, CBT, and a neuroscience-informed understanding of the body.
Since my first entry level mental health job in 1998, I have been seeking to learn how to help people in the most effective, therapeutic way toward their goals for increased mental health. I completed my masters degree in Counseling Psychology in 2000 and have been a licensed counselor since 2004 working with adults in outpatient mental health care. I took a few years off to be a stay at home mom and have 17 years experience working as a therapist.
To assist your therapeutic progress, I utilize EFT Tapping, IFS parts work, mindful grounding, somatic therapy, CBT, and a neuroscience-informed understanding of the body.
Since my first entry level mental health job in 1998, I have been seeking to learn how to help people in the most effective, therapeutic way toward their goals for increased mental health. I completed my masters degree in Counseling Psychology in 2000 and have been a licensed counselor since 2004 working with adults in outpatient mental health care. I took a few years off to be a stay at home mom and have 17 years experience working as a therapist.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or family conflicts? Maybe you're struggling with issues like domestic violence or managing your child's behavioral concerns. I work with children, teens, and all families, helping you navigate challenges and achieve emotional well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or family conflicts? Maybe you're struggling with issues like domestic violence or managing your child's behavioral concerns. I work with children, teens, and all families, helping you navigate challenges and achieve emotional well-being.
Welcome, You've taken the first step. Do anxiety or stress seem overwhelming? Do you catch yourself worrying, frozen, or depressed. Maybe it's past or present trauma. Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to move forward and you’re unsure how to reconnect with the full life you want. Are you ready to break free? You deserve support and healing. You are not alone. I'm honored to support you through this journey. My areas of specialty include working with adults and teens on interpersonal relationships and trauma. Our work is personal to your needs. I use trauma- informed CBT and DBT skills, EMDR, Brainspotting, and inner-child work.
Welcome, You've taken the first step. Do anxiety or stress seem overwhelming? Do you catch yourself worrying, frozen, or depressed. Maybe it's past or present trauma. Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to move forward and you’re unsure how to reconnect with the full life you want. Are you ready to break free? You deserve support and healing. You are not alone. I'm honored to support you through this journey. My areas of specialty include working with adults and teens on interpersonal relationships and trauma. Our work is personal to your needs. I use trauma- informed CBT and DBT skills, EMDR, Brainspotting, and inner-child work.
I specialize in couples, children, teens and individuals. I believe that everyone can reach an optimum state of health, counseling helps individuals and families reach healthy functioning in their relationships with others. I employ an integrative approach with a strong reliance on cognitive-behavioral aspects, emotion focused therapy, solution focused therapy, as well as some Jungian methods, such as sand tray therapy, and child centered play therapy. Sand Tray Therapy is a form of expressive therapy. This non-verbal method of therapy is often used with children, but can be applied to adults, teens, couples, families as well.
I specialize in couples, children, teens and individuals. I believe that everyone can reach an optimum state of health, counseling helps individuals and families reach healthy functioning in their relationships with others. I employ an integrative approach with a strong reliance on cognitive-behavioral aspects, emotion focused therapy, solution focused therapy, as well as some Jungian methods, such as sand tray therapy, and child centered play therapy. Sand Tray Therapy is a form of expressive therapy. This non-verbal method of therapy is often used with children, but can be applied to adults, teens, couples, families as well.
Telehealth availability.
I specialize in providing care for first responders, individuals navigating perinatal mental health challenges, and those managing ADHD, with a focus on fostering resilience, equity, and justice. My approach is grounded in a strength-based, social justice framework that centers your lived experiences and aims to create an inclusive, supportive, and empowering environment for your healing journey.
Telehealth availability.
I specialize in providing care for first responders, individuals navigating perinatal mental health challenges, and those managing ADHD, with a focus on fostering resilience, equity, and justice. My approach is grounded in a strength-based, social justice framework that centers your lived experiences and aims to create an inclusive, supportive, and empowering environment for your healing journey.
In my work as a therapist, I rely on: compassion, creativity, curiosity, honesty, patience, kindness, and humor. I am fond of working with Internal Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and with whatever it was Carl Whitaker was up to. I consider my practice to be an invitation to work with people of all: ages, backgrounds, identities and expressions.
In my work as a therapist, I rely on: compassion, creativity, curiosity, honesty, patience, kindness, and humor. I am fond of working with Internal Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and with whatever it was Carl Whitaker was up to. I consider my practice to be an invitation to work with people of all: ages, backgrounds, identities and expressions.
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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.