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Professionals Who Specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Perel Goldstein, LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Cedarhurst
- $175 - $225
"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 …
Racheli Barasch, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Lakewood
- $175
"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, …
Rikki Herbst, PhD, LCSW
Therapists, Doctor of Philosophy
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New City
- $225 - $300
- 1 review
"My approach is somatic, relational, and trauma-informed. I integrate parts work through Internal Family Systems, attachment-based therapy, and nervous system regulation to help clients reconnect with their body, mind, and emotions. Sessions are grounded in safety, choice, and …
Yechiel Aharonof
Therapists, Sex and Pornography Addiction,
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Jackson
- $300 - $315
- 4 reviews
"My main goal in therapy is to make sure you feel like a whole person, not a diagnosis, not a project, and not something that needs to be fixed. I don’t believe your struggle defines you. You are …
Chananya Abraham, LPC/LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor
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Waterbury
- $225 - $275
- Insurance
- 1 review
"My approach to therapy and coaching is honest, practical, and deeply relational. I help people slow down enough to really understand what is happening beneath the surface, not just what is easiest to point to in the moment. …
Batsheva Bomzer, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Pomona
- $200
- 2 reviews
"I take an integrative and client-centered approach to therapy, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities to meet each person where they are. I’m trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), …
Shaina Bryski, LMSW, CASAC-T
Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker & CASAC-T: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY
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Brooklyn
- $100 - $150
- Insurance
"My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, understanding, and a genuine commitment to meeting you where you are. As a client-centered therapist, I specialize in supporting young adults and adults as they navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, …
Nechama Woitovich, MSED, DIR-A
Therapists, DIR/Floortime Therapist
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Highland Park
- $300
- 1 review
"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 …
Chani Kahn, LPC
Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor
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Lakewood
- $135 - $200
- 1 review
"I believe that many of us carry deep-seated shame from long-held beliefs and early experiences. These messages often shape the way we make decisions, react to challenges, and view ourselves, keeping the adult self stuck in the past …
Chana Kaiman, LCSW-RPT
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist
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Brooklyn
- $220
- Insurance
- 4 reviews
"My approach to therapy is grounded in relationship, safety, and attunement. I believe meaningful change begins when clients feel deeply seen, heard, and understood, and I prioritize creating a calm, predictable, and emotionally safe therapeutic space. I work …
Avigail Teiler, LMSW
Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker
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New City
- $100 - $200
- 4 reviews
"As a trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapist, I place a strong emphasis on attachment styles and inner child work. I recognize that each person is unique, and while I specialize in these areas, I consider myself eclectic in my therapeutic …
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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.