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
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ 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 relationshipβ€”I believe …

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

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 …

Sarah Shasho, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 - $225

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

Tamara Fass, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Long Beach
  • $150 - $350
  • Insurance

Tamara Fass, LMSW integrates PACT and strives to create a safe space where couples can heal, grow, and strengthen their bonds in ways they never thought possible.


"As I delved deeper into the world of trauma therapy, I found myself captivated by the groundbreaking PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy) model. Its unique principles and methodologies stood out to me, offering a fresh perspective on …

  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🐣 Out of the box
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Eliezer Eagle

Life Coach

  • In-office London
  • $50 - $90
  • 1 review

Eliezer Eagle is a coach who works with individuals and couples using CBT & trauma-informed approaches to support relationships, stress, and addictive patterns.


"My approach is integrative, practical, and compassionate. I work with individuals and couples to understand the patterns that affect thoughts, emotions, behavior, and relationships, and to develop clear, usable tools for change. The work is collaborative and focused …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • 🧘 Calm

Chananya Abraham, LPC/LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor

  • In-office Waterbury
  • $225 - $275
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Chananya Abraham, LPC/LMHC, uses IFS, EMDR, DBT, somatic therapy, and mindfulness to help clients with anxiety, addiction, relationships, & their life purpose.


"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. …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Alana Stern

ADHD Coach

  • In-office Modi'in
  • $140
  • 14 reviews

Alana Stern supports adults & teens with neurodivergent-affirming coaching to improve executive functioning, reduce overwhelm, and build sustainable habits.


"ADHD coaching is not about fixing what is wrong with you. It is about finally making peace with your brain and learning how to work with it instead of constantly trying to fight against it. I coach you …

  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Solomon Weinreb, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $150 - $200
  • Insurance

Solomon Weinreb, LMHC, integrates CBT, IFS, mindfulness practices, & more, to help clients overcome challenges & foster a deeper understanding of themselves.


"Therapy is both an art and a science, blending evidence-based techniques with the intuitive understanding of each unique individual. While both aspects are essential for meaningful progress, my personal approach leans more toward the intuitive side, creating a …

  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Elisheva Eliach, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $225
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Elisheva Eliach, LMSW, integrates IFS, EMDR, somatic, and creative therapy to support her clients with their anxiety, grief, depression, and personal growth.


"My approach to therapy is integrative and depth-oriented, drawing from a range of modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Jungian and narrative psychology, somatic therapies, and systems theory. I view symptoms not as problems to be eliminated, …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

Kate Cik, Psy.D.

Therapists, Clinical Psychologist

  • In-office Stamford
  • $250 - $300
  • 1 review

Dr. Kate Cik, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist helping individuals with stress, relationships, & personal growth using integrative therapies like CBT, DBT, & IFS.


"My approach to therapy is best described as integrative. I have extensive training in a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy, but I don’t believe in a one …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

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 …

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