Professionals Who Specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS)

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 relationship—I believe …

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

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
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Miriam Mackay, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Howell
  • $200 Per Session

Miriam Mackay, LCSW, uses IFS, somatic therapy & TF-CBT to treat trauma, anxiety & more, to support healing through a collaborative approach.


"My approach is grounded in being deeply client-centered. I believe that each person brings a unique inner wisdom to the healing process, and I aim to create a space where clients feel safe, seen, and empowered to move …

  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Eli (Eliezer) Klein, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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

Eli Klein, LCSW prioritizes safety and trust while working to help his clients identify and achieve goals that feel realistic and meaningful to them.


"Your safety is my priority. It’s the foundation for everything we do together in therapy, creating a space where trust can grow and real healing can happen. I work to meet you where you are—emotionally, mentally, and cognitively—because …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded

Liat Adelman, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Queens
  • $210 - $260 Per Session

Liat Adelman, LMSW, helps clients build greater awareness of emotions, uncover patterns, & discover more compassionate ways of relating to themselves & others.


"My approach to therapy begins with prioritizing the therapeutic relationship above all else. I want my clients to feel comfortable and safe in the space we share. I recognize that walking into a therapy room, opening up to …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Kayla Greenberger

Life, Grief, & Bereavement Coach

  • In-office Jackson
  • $100 - $150 Per Session

Kayla Lax Greenberger specializes in grief support, goal-setting, and fostering clarity and confidence in life's challenges through Torah-based coaching.


"As a coach, the approach I like to take centers around motivational interviewing. I believe in creating a space where the client can speak to their heart's content, expressing whatever is on their mind without interruption. Only after …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

Sara Blank, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $75 - $85 Per Session
  • Insurance

Sara Blank, LMSW, works from an attachment-focused lens, IFS, and uses trauma-informed practices to ensure that the therapy process feels safe and empowering.


"I see therapy as a deeply collaborative process—a partnership where your voice, experiences, and goals take center stage. I aim to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you navigate your unique …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💪 Challenging
  • 🥇 Empowering

Rachel Toiv, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

  • Remote only
  • $170 Per Session
  • Insurance

Rachel Toiv, LPC, LMHC incorporates an array of modalities to create a personalized & effective therapeutic experience tailored to your distinctive journey.


"In the therapeutic space, I adopt a confidential, supportive, and validating approach, meeting my clients exactly where they are, armed with a blank slate. My understanding is solely based on what you choose to share, and my connection …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🥇 Empowering

Tamara Fass, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Long Beach
  • $150 - $350 Per Session
  • 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 …

  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🐣 Out of the box
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Michelle Halle, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $250 - $249 Per Session
  • 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

Michali Friedman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C

  • Remote only
  • $175 - $250 Per Session
  • 1 review

Michali Friedman, LCSW's therapeutic relationships offer a unique opportunity for clients to experience a healthy relationship. Within this context, clients evolve.


"Collaboration is the cornerstone of my therapy approach. I believe in working together with my clients to identify goals, increase awareness of patterns that impact these goals, and develop the necessary skills for achieving them. Thankfully, I have …

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Aaron Silverman, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $145 - $185 Per Session

Aaron Silverman, LMSW, supports teens, adults, couples, and families, using CBT, DBT, IFS, and somatic work for anxiety, transitions, and stress.


"I work with couples, families, adults, and teens who struggle with being themselves in the world, especially around transitions, beginnings, and endings. These can be times when old patterns get stirred up and it feels hard to stay …

  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🔥 Energetic

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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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