Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy


Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is a powerful, evidence-based approach that helps people understand and heal the different “parts” of themselves. Developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz, IFS views the mind as made up of many inner parts, each with its own emotions, beliefs, and roles. While some parts protect us and keep us safe, others may carry pain from past experiences.

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The goal of IFS therapy is not to get rid of these parts, but to understand them, heal their burdens, and reconnect with your core Self—a place of calm, clarity, and compassion.

  • How IFS Therapy Helps

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    In our work together, IFS therapy can help you:

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    • Heal inner parts that hold trauma, fear, or shame

    • Reduce anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm

    • Break free from self-critical or perfectionistic patterns

    • Improve self-esteem and self-compassion

    • Develop healthier relationships by understanding emotional triggers

    • Strengthen your ability to stay grounded in the present

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    IFS therapy is especially effective for trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, attachment wounds, and emotional regulation. It helps you move beyond coping strategies into true healing.

  • What to Expect in an IFS Session

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    In an IFS therapy session online, we create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your inner world. With guidance, you’ll learn to connect with your different parts—such as the inner critic, protector, or exiled child—and develop compassion toward them.

    Sessions focus on:

    • Identifying and understanding the parts that drive your feelings and behaviors

    • Building a relationship of trust with protective parts

    • Gently unburdening the parts that carry trauma or pain

    • Strengthening your connection with your authentic Self, which can lead the healing process
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  • Why Choose IFS Therapy Online?

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    Online IFS counselling makes therapy more accessible and convenient. From the comfort of your own space, you can explore your inner world at a pace that feels safe. Whether you are in Ontario, Quebec, or elsewhere in Canada, you can access support without the barriers of travel or scheduling limitations.
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    Begin Your IFS Therapy Journey

    If you’re ready to understand yourself in a deeper way, heal from past wounds, and reconnect with your true Self, Internal Family Systems therapy can help.
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    Book a consultation today to learn how IFS therapy can support your healing journey.

What is IFS therapy and how does it relate to Brainspotting?

IFS therapy, or Internal Family Systems therapy, is a therapeutic approach that helps clients explore and heal different “parts” of themselves. Combined with Brainspotting, IFS therapy can go even deeper by accessing unprocessed emotions stored in the body, creating powerful opportunities for lasting healing.

How can Internal Family Systems therapy help with trauma?

Internal Family Systems therapy is highly effective for trauma because it helps you identify wounded or protective parts of yourself and bring them into balance. When paired with Brainspotting, it allows those parts to safely process painful experiences, helping you move forward with more self-compassion and resilience.

What is the difference between IFS therapy and traditional talk therapy?

Unlike traditional talk therapy, IFS therapy focuses on inner parts of the self and how they interact. This creates a more holistic and compassionate healing process. When combined with Brainspotting, IFS therapy can access both the mind and body for deeper, more lasting results.

Can I do IFS therapy online with a Brainspotting therapist?

Yes, you can do IFS therapy online with a trained Brainspotting therapist. Virtual sessions provide the same safe and supportive environment as in-person therapy, allowing you to explore your internal system while benefiting from Brainspotting’s ability to unlock unprocessed trauma.

Who can benefit most from Internal Family Systems therapy with Brainspotting?

Internal Family Systems therapy with Brainspotting is especially helpful for people dealing with trauma, anxiety, or feeling “stuck” in emotional patterns. This combination supports deep healing by addressing protective and wounded parts of the self, while also working through trauma stored in the nervous system.

Intentional therapy from the comfort of your own home.

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