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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, …
Kate Cik, Psy.D.
Therapists, Clinical Psychologist
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Stamford
- $250 - $300
"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 …
Aaron Silverman, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
"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 …
Yaakov Diner, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
"My approach is deeply holistic and highly individualized. I believe true healing happens when we consider the whole person — mind, body, and environment — so I take into account psychological patterns, physical health, social dynamics, cultural identity, …
Yisroel Schor, LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Boca Raton
- $250 - $300
"My approach to therapy begins with creating a relationship that feels genuinely safe, a space where you can share things you may have never voiced to anyone else, and perhaps have never fully admitted to yourself. I believe …
Mendel Toron, LCSW
Therapists, LCSW, CCTP, EMDR Certified
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Aventura
- $300
- 4 reviews
"With my work with clients, I found a trend. While traditional talk therapy was helpful, at a certain point people felt stuck in the same patterns and beliefs, and struggled to move past them. When they were introduced …
Bin Goldman, PsyD
Therapists, Doctor of Psychology
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Teaneck
- $275 - $350
- 4 reviews
"Your experiences and symptoms make sense. They are adaptations—ways your system learned to survive, protect you, and manage what once felt unmanageable. Therapy isn’t about erasing them. It’s about helping those protective strategies evolve so they can support …
Sheri Bardos, Psy.D.
Therapists, Doctor of Psychology
"Traditional psychology often focuses on human pathology, diagnosing people into limiting boxes. My passion, however, lies in human potential—helping you uncover and embrace your most authentic self. Coaches typically emphasize shaping your ideal future self, paying less attention …
Rachel Grossman, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Brooklyn
- $150 - $225
- Insurance
- 5 reviews
"My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in deep respect for each person’s lived experience. I view healing as a holistic process—one that encompasses the mind, nervous system, emotional life, and our sense of meaning and connection. …
Rachel Shasho, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
"In my practice, I embrace a holistic perspective on healing, firmly believing that true healing originates from within. As your therapist, my role is that of compassionate support and guide, assisting you in uncovering your authentic self. When …
Shua Stimmel
Certified Coach
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Toms River
- $150 - $250
- 2 reviews
"My approach to coaching is rooted in self awareness. I believe that many of our common struggles come from not fully understanding what drives our behaviors, emotions, thoughts, beliefs, and values. When we begin to see these patterns …
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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.