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Professionals Who Specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Racheli Barasch, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Lakewood
- $175 Per Session
"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, …
Perel Goldstein, LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Cedarhurst
- $175 - $225 Per Session
"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 …
Rebecca Marcus
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
"I take a holistic, relational, and integrative approach to my work, with the belief that healing happens within a safe and meaningful connection. I strive to create a warm and empathic environment where clients feel seen, heard, and …
Jacob Emanuel, MFT, RP
Therapists, Marriage & Family Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist
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Toronto
- $225 Per Session
"In my practice, I work exclusively with men, and I have come to understand how important it is to create a grounded and genuinely supportive space. Many men carry a quiet struggle around expressing their emotions or even …
Esti Marcus, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
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Brooklyn
- $275 - $275 Per Session
"With a blend of different therapeutic perspectives, I provide a compassionate and understanding space to support your healing journey. Together, we will explore and process painful experiences, gain deeper insights into your thoughts and emotions, and forge connections …
Eliot LeBow LCSW, CDCES
Therapists, Diabetes-Focused Psychotherapist
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Manhattan
- $350 - $450 Per Session
- 4 reviews
"My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that managing a chronic condition like diabetes requires far more than reviewing medical data. It calls for a deep understanding of the human experience behind the numbers. Having lived with …
Shaya Hecht
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
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Brooklyn
- $300 Per Session
- 2 reviews
"I am often described as a therapist who strikes a unique balance between being soft, warm, and compassionate, while also exuding confidence, genuineness, and strength. With an attachment-based perspective, I prioritize building a powerful, intimate, and safe connection …
Robin Gutman, LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
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Monsey
- $200 - $250 Per Session
- 1 review
"My approach to therapy is highly personalized, and I often utilize Internal Family Systems (IFS) as the primary modality. I also integrate elements from other therapeutic approaches based on each individual's unique needs.
Blair Lieberman, LMSW
Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker
"I operate from the belief that a rich and fulfilling life depends on having greater access to our inner world. This means engaging with our most complex and difficult thoughts and feelings, as well as understanding how our …
Mattie Chein, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
"Together we will look beneath the stress and long standing patterns to understand what is really going on, not just what is showing up on the surface. We will take time to make sense of your experiences and …
Empowered Women's Dating Reset Group
Support Groups, A group for women ready for real love
"You may find yourself somewhere in the age range of 20 to 43, feeling discouraged or confused by the dating game, yet still holding a real desire to meet your person. Maybe you have been going through the …
Eliezer Eagle
Life Coach
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London
- $50 - $90 Per Session
- 1 review
"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 …
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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.