Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy: Core Principles, Skills and Integration Considerations for Clinical Practice

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Stacy Ruse, LPC Related seminars and products

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Stacy Ruse, LPC, is an Evergreen EMDR consultant and clinician, IFS therapist, and founder of Aglow Counseling. She’s a trauma expert who specializes in using IFS Therapy, EMDR, and Somatic therapies to unravel the intricate threads of trauma and guide clients towards empowerment and resilience. Her approach, while deeply rooted in trauma-informed methodologies, is characterized by a transpersonal twist that transcends the boundaries of traditional therapy. Stacy is certified in EMDR as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Yoga Instructor.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Stacy Ruse is the owner of Aglow Counseling and has an employment relationship with Mindfully. She receives compensation as a consultant and trainer. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. Stacy Ruse is a paid consultant for Evergreen Certifications. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Stacy Ruse is a member of EMDRIA, the Colorado Association of Psychotherapists, and the Longmont Area Psychotherapy Network.

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Target Audience

• Counselors
• Social workers
• Marriage and Family Therapists
• Psychologists
• Addiction Counselors
• Nurse Practitioners
• Physicians
• Others in caring profession

Outline

Introduction to the IFS Model

• Brief history of IFS
• Basic assumptions and holistic approach
• Inclusivity, cultural humility, and competency
• Therapeutic and clinical applications

The Self-Led Therapist

• The core self
• The 8 C’s of IFS therapy
• Self-qualities extended
• How to distinguish self from parts

IFS Therapy Guide to Parts

• Types of parts
• How do we clinically relate to parts?
• Managers: the proactive parts
• Firefighters: the reactive parts
• Exiles: the wounded & shadowed parts
• Guided practice

Foundational IFS Therapy Step-by-Step

• Unblending the system for emotional regulation
• The 6 F’s of IFS: Getting to Know Parts
• Shifting to inner story & connection
• Getting to know exiles
• Integration work
• Video demo – IFS therapy in action
• Integration with other models

Evidence, Research Limitations, and Treatment Risks

• Examining the current research and research limitations
• Addressing potential risks
• Contraindications and other considerations

Objectives

1. Discuss integrating the "observer self" concept in psychotherapy by quantifying its impact on enhancing client introspection and self-reflection.
2. Summarize the fundamental principles of Internal Family Systems (IFS)therapy and how they apply to clinical practice.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of how therapists' awareness of their internal processes impacts their clinical work, the therapeutic relationship and client interactions.
4. Evaluate the preliminary support for IFS as a promising practice for the treatment of PTSD among adults with a history of childhood trauma.
5. Utilize the Internal Family Systems model to enhance self-awareness and improve interpersonal skills in clients.
6. Examine the potential risks, contraindications, and other considerations associated with using the IFS model.