Outline
- Comprehensive overview of IFS foundational concepts
- Differentiate between protector parts, exiled parts, and Self-energy
- Build awareness of internal systems through experiential meditation
- Discuss risks and limitations of the research
Identifying, Mapping, and Understanding Parts
- Practice reflective listening in dyads to understand clients' parts
- Use parts language to reflect hopes and desired changes
- Recognize subtle ways parts show up and the concept of blending
Practical Application: Mapping Exercise
- Create visual maps to represent parts using paper and colored pencils
- Reflect on feelings towards the parts and discuss observations in a debrief session
Befriending and Understanding Protective Parts
- Unblend parts to facilitate relationship-building and restore Self-leadership
- Use befriending questions to understand and appreciate protective parts' fears
- Identify and engage with parts that want to help or change things in therapy
Exploring Your Therapist Parts
- Identify and understand your own therapist parts
- Share and discuss feelings towards challenging clients
- Recognize how therapist parts show up in the body and influence practice
- Learn about the top-5 common therapist parts and their roles
Real-Time Application and Review
- Participate in a real-time demonstration of IFS techniques
- Engage in a debrief and Q&A session to discuss insights and observations
- Review key learnings on parts and Self, and how to map and befriend protectors
- Discuss next steps for integrating IFS into practice, including personal therapy and further learning
- Conclude with recommendations for ongoing development and practice
- Explore further learning opportunities and personal therapy for continued growth
This transformative training will empower you with effective tools to facilitate profound healing and transformation with your clients, making it an invaluable addition to any therapeutic practice.
Objectives
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of IFS foundational concepts and the differentiation between protector parts, exiled parts, and Self-energy.
- Develop skills in reflective listening and the use of parts language to identify and understand clients' hopes and desired changes.
- Apply the 3 Fs protocol (Find, Focus, Flesh Out) and create visual maps to represent internal parts through practical exercises.
- Unblend and befriend protective parts to facilitate relationship-building and restore Self-leadership within therapy sessions.
- Identify and explore your own therapist parts, understanding how they show up in the body and influence clinical practice.
- Participate in real-time demonstrations and review sessions to solidify key learnings on parts and Self, and plan next steps for integrating IFS into practice.