IFS Therapy

The Internal Family Systems (IFS Therapy) model is a way to understand your own inner-system (including the mind and your emotions) and assist in the process of transformation and healing. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is based on the premise that there is an undamaged, resourceful ‘Self’ that is the very essence of each person and that accessing and working with that ‘Self’ is a safe, effective way to hold space and compassionately witness other parts of the mind which may have experienced trauma and be continuing to hold some beliefs that keep them ‘stuck’ in the past.

What happens in an IFS session?

Sessions follow the Internal Family Systems (IFS Therapy) model, and can include talk-based modalities, externalisations and mapping of parts, as well as therapeutic art applications. Each session is individualised to suit the needs of the client and their intentions for working within their own ‘inner system’.

IFS Therapy sessions are guided by the client’s intuitive inner-system, fully supported and informed by the structure of the IFS model, and contained in a compassionate therapeutic space. Sarah uses the IFS model to create a safe ‘holding space’ for stories to be witnessed with respect and compassionate presence. As we are able to meet ourselves with honest, clear seeing, our inner-system feels lighter, less crowded, and with more possibility in life. As the inner-system begins to release long-held burdens, there is a feeling of inner transformation, limitless potential, and more alignment with our truer ‘Self’.