Professionals Who Specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Racheli Barasch, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $175

Racheli Barasch, LCSW, works with children, teens, & women using CBT, DBT, IFS, & psychodynamic therapy to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, & relationship issues.


"I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can breathe. It should be safe, comfortable, and free of judgment. My approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and real connection. I meet you exactly where you are, …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Perel Goldstein, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $175 - $225

Perel Goldstein, LMHC, works with individuals and families using an attachment-based, relational approach to support healing, growth, and self-awareness.


"I bring an empathic and gentle presence to my work with individuals and families navigating a wide range of life transitions and adversities. At the heart of my approach is a deep respect for the therapeutic relationship—I believe …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Beth (Bassie) Gugenheim, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 - $250

Beth (Bassie) Gugenheim, LCSW works with clients' ego states, employing trauma processing models such as EMDR, brain spotting, somatic work, & sand tray therapy.


"My therapeutic approach is eclectic, blending a combination of the following modalities for individual therapy — Ego State Therapy (working with parts,) PIT (Pia Mellody’s inner child work,) EMDR, Brainspotting, Progressive Counting, Somatic Intervention, Flash, ACT, and Sand …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Yeshaya Kraus

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Queens
  • $225

The main focus of my work is to always see a person as more than just the sum of his challenges and as more than just someone with "problems".


"I use a number of modalities when working with clients, including IFS, CBT, and EFT. My job is to help my clients see themselves as more than just the sum of their challenges, and as more than just …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming

Eli Kaufman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Passaic
  • $300 - $350

Eli Kaufman, LCSW is an experienced trauma specialist. He creates a safe environment in which individuals & families work through their unique life circumstances.


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  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Jonathan Rosenbloom, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Bergenfield
  • $200 - $300
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Jonathan Rosenbloom, LCSW, uses EMDR, IFS, exposure therapy, and CBT to help clients heal, build resilience, and gain confidence in navigating life’s challenges.


"I would describe my approach to therapy as integrative, meaning I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities to best meet each person’s unique needs. My training and experience in EMDR, IFS, exposure therapy, and CBT allow me …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener

Esther (Ellen) Gendelman

Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC

  • Remote only
  • $150

I employ a positive, nurturing approach focused on identifying and building strengths that work more successfully than focusing only on the areas of weakness.


"I believe that close connections are the essence of a fulfilling life. Without meaningful relationships, life can feel dark and lonely. In my practice, I've found that a positive, nurturing approach centered on identifying and building strengths, drawing …

Yvonne Venger, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office San Diego
  • $180 - $275
  • 1 review

Yvonne Venger, LCSW, uses psychodynamic, CBT, and IFS approaches to help individuals gain insight, overcome challenges, and achieve lasting wellbeing.


"My approach to therapy is warm, interactive, supportive, and intentional. I strive to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and accepted for who they are. I meet each person where they are, without imposing my own …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Nechama Woitovich, MSED, DIR-A

Therapists, DIR/Floortime Therapist

  • In-office Highland Park
  • $300
  • 1 review

Nechama Woitovich is a Floortime therapist helping children and teens build emotional, social, and play skills through parent-supported, strength-based therapy.


"My approach to therapy is strength-based, focusing on each child’s abilities and potential. We use activities that are exciting and engaging, which helps children learn skills more deeply and more quickly. I empower parents to form meaningful, connected …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming

Shaindy Litchfield, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Borough Park
  • $200 - $250
  • Insurance

Shaindy Litchfield, LMSW, draws from evidence-based techniques & approaches to help her clients build resilience & move toward a more fulfilling & balanced life.


"My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy and collaboration, guided by the belief that lasting change happens when you feel fully supported and actively involved in your own healing journey. I view therapy as a partnership—one where …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering

Michelle Halle, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $250 - $249
  • 2 reviews

Michelle Halle is a Frum Therapist in Lakewood


"All healthy relationships are based on trust and our therapeutic relationship will be the same. It will be a unique experience, a type of relationship found only in the therapy room. We will work together to understand your …

  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

Mindy Friedman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Airmont
  • $200

Mindy Friedman, LCSW, adopts a holistic & non-pathologizing approach. She uses a trauma-informed approach & integrates various modalities to help her clients heal.


"In my practice, I work from a holistic, collaborative, and non-pathologizing lens. I am grounded in an attachment perspective, which means I look at each person within the full context of their life and relationships. My goal is …

  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🙏 Spiritual
  • 🤝 Collaborative

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Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS): Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a psychotherapeutic approach that views the mind as a complex system with various inner parts or "subpersonalities." These inner parts represent different aspects of your personality, each with its own feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. IFS therapy helps individuals explore and harmonize these inner parts to achieve emotional healing and balance. Application and Scope of Internal Family Systems (IFS): IFS is applied to address a wide range of emotional concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. It's particularly effective for individuals seeking to understand and transform the inner conflicts or "parts" that influence their emotions and behaviors. IFS is relevant for people of all ages and backgrounds. What to Expect in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Sessions: In IFS sessions, you'll work with a trained therapist who will guide you through a process of internal exploration. You'll identify and interact with different inner parts, gaining insight into their roles and origins. Through compassionate dialogue and visualization techniques, you'll foster understanding and cooperation among these inner parts, leading to emotional healing and self-empowerment.

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