Professionals Who Specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Racheli Barasch, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $175 Per Session

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
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Perel Goldstein, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $175 - $225 Per Session

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 relationshipβ€”I believe …

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Yeshaya Kraus

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Queens
  • $225 - $225 Per Session

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
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

Shterna Levy-Haim, LMFT

Therapists, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $250 - $300 Per Session
  • Insurance

Shterna Levy-Haim, LMFT, uses Internal Family Systems, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing to help individuals, couples, and families heal and grow.


"In therapy, my approach is deeply experiential. I believe that the present moment holds the key to unlocking deeper understanding, so I will guide you to explore your current emotions and experiences. By focusing on the here and …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Pesach Tikvah

Achieving Peace of Mind

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • Insurance

Pesach Tikvah offers culturally sensitive mental health care, addiction support, therapy, developmental disability services, and holistic community programs.


"Pesach Tikvah provides an extensive array of programs and services designed to support individuals across the lifespan, ensuring that no one feels left behind. Each offering reflects the organization’s mission to address the diverse needs of the community …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Sarah Yoffe, Certified Life Coach

Addiction recovery, Trauma,, Mind Body and Soul

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $150 - $200 Per Session

Sarah Yoffe is a life coach who firmly believes in imparting coaching & teaching tools today, in order to pave the way for a more serene & composed tomorrow.


"My coaching philosophy centers around a process of acknowledging and embracing emotions. I encourage individuals to first immerse themselves in their feelings, providing the necessary space for their bodies to absorb and process these emotions. For those who …

  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Raizy Mushell

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $225 - $250 Per Session
  • 2 reviews

Raizy Mushell is a Frum Therapist, LCSW-R in New York


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  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Sarah Shasho, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 - $225 Per Session

Sarah Shasho, LCSW, uses EMDR, IFS, somatic & expressive modalities to help clients heal from trauma, reconnect, & build emotional safety.


"My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that healing happens in the context of safety, attunement, and connection. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel deeply seen β€” not just for what you’re …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Mordy Lyss, LCMFT, CHT

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist

  • In-office Baltimore
  • $120 - $140 Per Session
  • Insurance

Yisroel (Mordy) Lyss, LMFT, adopts a flexible & integrative approach drawing from client-centered, psychodynamic, relational, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness modalities.


"In alignment with Irvin Yalom's insight, I believe that therapy should prioritize the therapeutic relationship above theoretical frameworks. Understanding that each individual's journey is inherently unique, I adopt a flexible and integrative approach to therapy. Drawing from client-centered, …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener

Avigail Teiler, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office New City
  • $100 - $200 Per Session
  • 4 reviews

Avigail Teiler, LMSW, is a trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapist, who places a strong emphasis on attachment styles and inner child work.


"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 …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

Sury Klein, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master of Social Work

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 Per Session

Sury Klein, LMSW, uses IFS, Sandtray therapy, & more as she helps clients overcome trauma, addiction, recovery, and successfully navigate life transitions.


"I specialize in the intersection of trauma, addiction, and repeating relationship patterns. Many people reach out when they feel stuck but don’t fully understand what’s driving their reactions. Whether you are using substances to cope or just feeling …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Chani Kahn, LPC

Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $135 - $200 Per Session
  • 1 review

Chani Kahn, LPC, supports Jewish women with anxiety, trauma, and their journey of self-growth using AEDP, CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, and somatic therapy approaches.


"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 …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous

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Own the Chair: 2 Part Experiential Workshop for Therapists

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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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