Most modes of psychotherapy believe to have “parts” is pathological. NOT in Internal Family Systems (IFS). In IFS, the idea of multiplicity of the mind is normal. Every part has a good intention, and every part has value. Even for trauma survivors.
In the treatment of trauma, IFS is different from traditional phase-oriented treatments. Instead of starting with building resources in clients before processing traumatic memories, it welcomes extreme symptoms from the onset, learns about their positive protective intentions and gets their permission to access the traumatic wounds. IFS also differs from traditional attachment focused therapies, both value the therapeutic relationship; however, IFS additionally supports the relationship between the client’s “Self” and their part as the primary healing agent.
Hailed by Dr. van der Kolk, the world’s leading expert in trauma, IFS is the treatment method that all
clinicians should know. Nearly all clients with a trauma history have innate abilities that help them
improve their mental health if they listen to their parts. IFS does just that. IFS is an evidence-based
approach for clinicians working with traumatized clients. Once you see it in action, you’ll want to
incorporate it into your practice.
Join IFS and trauma expert Frank Anderson, MD, colleague of Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and Dr. Richard
Schwartz, in this transformational intensive course.
Clients will leave your office with skills to use outside the therapy room to help them master their emotions. This experiential training will show video demonstrations and include exercises and
meditation techniques to use with your clients.
For more information info@pesi.com 800 844 8260
To register: www.pesi.com
This workshop is approved for 12.5 CE clock hours in Diagnosis; no NBCC credit available for this workshop.
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