DESCRIPTION:
Session 1 – Introduction to IFS
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
AN overview of how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy achieves balance and harmony within the internal system. A key to accomplishing this is recognizing the difference between parts and Self and elevating the Self to an effective leadership position. When the Self is in the lead, the parts will provide input while respecting the leadership and ultimate decision-making of the Self. This session covers:
• The evolution of IFS
• The differences between parts and Self
• How to work with Protectors and Exiles—two of the most common parts
• The importance of permission in parts work
• What makes the IFS approach unique
Session 2 – From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis I
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protector through direct access
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Dealing with the fear of overwhelm
Session 3 — From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis II
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Getting permission from parts
• Befriending fearful protectors
• Witnessing the loneliness of the exile
• Caring for the Exile
• Integrating Positive Qualities
• Indications and Counter-Indications for IFS
OUTLINE:
Understanding Parts & Self in IFS
• Parts are sub-personalities that interact internally in sequences and styles that are similar to the ways that people interact.
• It is the nature of the mind to be subdivided.
• All parts are valuable and want to have a positive role.
• Parts become extreme and can be destructive because of life experiences.
• Self is a different level of entity than the parts.
• Self is the seat of consciousness. It is invisible because it is the observing “you”.
• The Self contains qualities like compassion, confidence, curiosity, and perspective—the qualities of good leadership.
• The Self can be obscured by the extremes of parts.
The Basic Goals of IFS
• Releasing parts from their extreme roles so they can find and adopt their preferred, valuable roles.
• DIfferentiating client’s Self from parts so Self can help harmonize and balance the inner and outer life.
Working with Exile Parts
• Exiles are young, vulnerable parts that have experiences trauma and are isolated from the rest of the system for their own and the system’s protection.
• Exiles carry the memories, sensations, and emotions of past events and are stuck in the past.
• Exiles are easily flooded, so you need a calm, reassuring environment to approach.
Working with Protector Parts
Parts that run the day-to-day life of the person trying to keep exiles exiled by staying in control of events or relationships, being perfect and pleasing, caretaking, scaring the person out of taking risks by criticizing, apathy, worry, etc.
Firefighters: Parts that react when exiles are activated in an effort to extinguish their feelings or dissociate the person from them. Common firefighter activities include: drug or alcohol use, self mutilation (cutting), binge-eating, sex binges, suicidal ideation, and rage. They have the same goals as managers (to keep exiles away), but different, more impulsive strategies.
Case Study: Working with Protectors and Exiles—Two of the Most Common Parts
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protectors through direct access
• With permission of protectors, begin working with exiles – witnessing, retrievals and unburdening.
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Throughout the process, keep your parts from interfering.
ADA Needs
We would be happy to accommodate your ADA needs; please call our Customer Service Department for more information at 1-800-844-8260.
Satisfaction Guarantee
Your satisfaction is our goal and our guarantee. Concerns should be addressed to: PO Box 1000, Eau Claire, WI 54702-1000 or call 1-800-844-8260.
Target Audience
Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Case Managers, Addiction Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists, Nurses, and other Mental Health Professionals
Objectives
DESCRIPTION:
Session 1 – Introduction to IFS
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
AN overview of how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy achieves balance and harmony within the internal system. A key to accomplishing this is recognizing the difference between parts and Self and elevating the Self to an effective leadership position. When the Self is in the lead, the parts will provide input while respecting the leadership and ultimate decision-making of the Self. This session covers:
• The evolution of IFS
• The differences between parts and Self
• How to work with Protectors and Exiles—two of the most common parts
• The importance of permission in parts work
• What makes the IFS approach unique
Session 2 – From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis I
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protector through direct access
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Dealing with the fear of overwhelm
Session 3 — From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis II
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Getting permission from parts
• Befriending fearful protectors
• Witnessing the loneliness of the exile
• Caring for the Exile
• Integrating Positive Qualities
• Indications and Counter-Indications for IFS
OUTLINE:
Understanding Parts & Self in IFS
• Parts are sub-personalities that interact internally in sequences and styles that are similar to the ways that people interact.
• It is the nature of the mind to be subdivided.
• All parts are valuable and want to have a positive role.
• Parts become extreme and can be destructive because of life experiences.
• Self is a different level of entity than the parts.
• Self is the seat of consciousness. It is invisible because it is the observing “you”.
• The Self contains qualities like compassion, confidence, curiosity, and perspective—the qualities of good leadership.
• The Self can be obscured by the extremes of parts.
The Basic Goals of IFS
• Releasing parts from their extreme roles so they can find and adopt their preferred, valuable roles.
• DIfferentiating client’s Self from parts so Self can help harmonize and balance the inner and outer life.
Working with Exile Parts
• Exiles are young, vulnerable parts that have experiences trauma and are isolated from the rest of the system for their own and the system’s protection.
• Exiles carry the memories, sensations, and emotions of past events and are stuck in the past.
• Exiles are easily flooded, so you need a calm, reassuring environment to approach.
Working with Protector Parts
Parts that run the day-to-day life of the person trying to keep exiles exiled by staying in control of events or relationships, being perfect and pleasing, caretaking, scaring the person out of taking risks by criticizing, apathy, worry, etc.
Firefighters: Parts that react when exiles are activated in an effort to extinguish their feelings or dissociate the person from them. Common firefighter activities include: drug or alcohol use, self mutilation (cutting), binge-eating, sex binges, suicidal ideation, and rage. They have the same goals as managers (to keep exiles away), but different, more impulsive strategies.
Case Study: Working with Protectors and Exiles—Two of the Most Common Parts
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protectors through direct access
• With permission of protectors, begin working with exiles – witnessing, retrievals and unburdening.
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Throughout the process, keep your parts from interfering.
ADA Needs
We would be happy to accommodate your ADA needs; please call our Customer Service Department for more information at 1-800-844-8260.
Satisfaction Guarantee
Your satisfaction is our goal and our guarantee. Concerns should be addressed to: PO Box 1000, Eau Claire, WI 54702-1000 or call 1-800-844-8260.
Target Audience
Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Case Managers, Addiction Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists, Nurses, and other Mental Health Professionals
Objectives
DESCRIPTION:
Session 1 – Introduction to IFS
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
AN overview of how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy achieves balance and harmony within the internal system. A key to accomplishing this is recognizing the difference between parts and Self and elevating the Self to an effective leadership position. When the Self is in the lead, the parts will provide input while respecting the leadership and ultimate decision-making of the Self. This session covers:
• The evolution of IFS
• The differences between parts and Self
• How to work with Protectors and Exiles—two of the most common parts
• The importance of permission in parts work
• What makes the IFS approach unique
Session 2 – From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis I
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protector through direct access
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Dealing with the fear of overwhelm
Session 3 — From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis II
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Getting permission from parts
• Befriending fearful protectors
• Witnessing the loneliness of the exile
• Caring for the Exile
• Integrating Positive Qualities
• Indications and Counter-Indications for IFS
OUTLINE:
Understanding Parts & Self in IFS
• Parts are sub-personalities that interact internally in sequences and styles that are similar to the ways that people interact.
• It is the nature of the mind to be subdivided.
• All parts are valuable and want to have a positive role.
• Parts become extreme and can be destructive because of life experiences.
• Self is a different level of entity than the parts.
• Self is the seat of consciousness. It is invisible because it is the observing “you”.
• The Self contains qualities like compassion, confidence, curiosity, and perspective—the qualities of good leadership.
• The Self can be obscured by the extremes of parts.
The Basic Goals of IFS
• Releasing parts from their extreme roles so they can find and adopt their preferred, valuable roles.
• DIfferentiating client’s Self from parts so Self can help harmonize and balance the inner and outer life.
Working with Exile Parts
• Exiles are young, vulnerable parts that have experiences trauma and are isolated from the rest of the system for their own and the system’s protection.
• Exiles carry the memories, sensations, and emotions of past events and are stuck in the past.
• Exiles are easily flooded, so you need a calm, reassuring environment to approach.
Working with Protector Parts
Parts that run the day-to-day life of the person trying to keep exiles exiled by staying in control of events or relationships, being perfect and pleasing, caretaking, scaring the person out of taking risks by criticizing, apathy, worry, etc.
Firefighters: Parts that react when exiles are activated in an effort to extinguish their feelings or dissociate the person from them. Common firefighter activities include: drug or alcohol use, self mutilation (cutting), binge-eating, sex binges, suicidal ideation, and rage. They have the same goals as managers (to keep exiles away), but different, more impulsive strategies.
Case Study: Working with Protectors and Exiles—Two of the Most Common Parts
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protectors through direct access
• With permission of protectors, begin working with exiles – witnessing, retrievals and unburdening.
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Throughout the process, keep your parts from interfering.
ADA Needs
We would be happy to accommodate your ADA needs; please call our Customer Service Department for more information at 1-800-844-8260.
Satisfaction Guarantee
Your satisfaction is our goal and our guarantee. Concerns should be addressed to: PO Box 1000, Eau Claire, WI 54702-1000 or call 1-800-844-8260.
Target Audience
Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Case Managers, Addiction Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists, Nurses, and other Mental Health Professionals
Objectives
Live Q&A call with Dick Schwartz and Rich Simon. Covers attendees specific questions about the Internal Family Systems model, the clinical demonstration, and how IFS can be integrated into clinical practice.
Target Audience
Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Case Managers, Addiction Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists, Nurses, and other Mental Health Professionals
Outline
Objectives
DESCRIPTION:
Session 1 – Introduction to IFS
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
AN overview of how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy achieves balance and harmony within the internal system. A key to accomplishing this is recognizing the difference between parts and Self and elevating the Self to an effective leadership position. When the Self is in the lead, the parts will provide input while respecting the leadership and ultimate decision-making of the Self. This session covers:
• The evolution of IFS
• The differences between parts and Self
• How to work with Protectors and Exiles—two of the most common parts
• The importance of permission in parts work
• What makes the IFS approach unique
Session 2 – From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis I
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protector through direct access
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Dealing with the fear of overwhelm
Session 3 — From Emotion to Integration: Clinical Demo & Analysis II
Richard Simon, Ph.D. and Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.
• Getting permission from parts
• Befriending fearful protectors
• Witnessing the loneliness of the exile
• Caring for the Exile
• Integrating Positive Qualities
• Indications and Counter-Indications for IFS
OUTLINE:
Understanding Parts & Self in IFS
• Parts are sub-personalities that interact internally in sequences and styles that are similar to the ways that people interact.
• It is the nature of the mind to be subdivided.
• All parts are valuable and want to have a positive role.
• Parts become extreme and can be destructive because of life experiences.
• Self is a different level of entity than the parts.
• Self is the seat of consciousness. It is invisible because it is the observing “you”.
• The Self contains qualities like compassion, confidence, curiosity, and perspective—the qualities of good leadership.
• The Self can be obscured by the extremes of parts.
The Basic Goals of IFS
• Releasing parts from their extreme roles so they can find and adopt their preferred, valuable roles.
• DIfferentiating client’s Self from parts so Self can help harmonize and balance the inner and outer life.
Working with Exile Parts
• Exiles are young, vulnerable parts that have experiences trauma and are isolated from the rest of the system for their own and the system’s protection.
• Exiles carry the memories, sensations, and emotions of past events and are stuck in the past.
• Exiles are easily flooded, so you need a calm, reassuring environment to approach.
Working with Protector Parts
Parts that run the day-to-day life of the person trying to keep exiles exiled by staying in control of events or relationships, being perfect and pleasing, caretaking, scaring the person out of taking risks by criticizing, apathy, worry, etc.
Firefighters: Parts that react when exiles are activated in an effort to extinguish their feelings or dissociate the person from them. Common firefighter activities include: drug or alcohol use, self mutilation (cutting), binge-eating, sex binges, suicidal ideation, and rage. They have the same goals as managers (to keep exiles away), but different, more impulsive strategies.
Case Study: Working with Protectors and Exiles—Two of the Most Common Parts
• Identifying Parts—the First Steps
• Unblending Parts from Self
• Negotiating with protectors through direct access
• With permission of protectors, begin working with exiles – witnessing, retrievals and unburdening.
• Strategies for Working with Exiles
• Throughout the process, keep your parts from interfering.
ADA Needs
We would be happy to accommodate your ADA needs; please call our Customer Service Department for more information at 1-800-844-8260.
Satisfaction Guarantee
Your satisfaction is our goal and our guarantee. Concerns should be addressed to: PO Box 1000, Eau Claire, WI 54702-1000 or call 1-800-844-8260.
Target Audience
Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Case Managers, Addiction Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists, Nurses, and other Mental Health Professionals
Outline
Objectives
Outline
Family therapist, Richard Schwartz introduces the concept of Internal Family System (IFS)- a clear, systematic methodology for helping clients heal themselves.
A basic premise of IFS is that the “Inner Self” is not a single, monolithic persona, but in fact, a complex Internal Family System (IFS) of different parts-or sub-personalities-each with its own sometimes antagonistic memories, viewpoints, desires, and agendas.
Understanding IFS Parts
Three most common roles played by internal parts
Understand the Self in IFS
Basic Goals of IFS:
Introduction of case study: a clinical video demo using IFS with a client who has a history of complex developmental trauma
Video illustrates the key steps in the IFS model:
Objectives
Defining someone through a single diagnostic label-he’s a depressive, she’s a borderline, etc.-is at best misleading, and at worst a distortion of what it means to be human. Neuroscience, social psychology, and artificial intelligence all agree that each of us consists of a multiplicity of identities that account for the richness and complexity of the human experience. In other words, no one is a “unitary” self. At the same time, there’s more than one way to use this knowledge to elicit therapeutic healing, self-awareness, and growth. This workshop will showcase how two noted psychotherapists bring the concept of multiplicity into their therapeutic work.
Outline
Brief overview of interpersonal neurobiology
Internal Family System (IFS) view of multiplicity
Discussion between presenters Daniel Siegel and Richard Schwartz on how to bring the concept of multiplicity into therapy
Exercise to overcome emotional obstacles
Concluding discussion between speakers
Audience question and answer session with speakers
Target Audience
Addiction Counselors, Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists, Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, and other Mental Health Professionals
Objectives