What Is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?
An accessible and engaging introduction to internal family systems (IFS) therapy written for clients.
What Is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?
Internal family systems (IFS) therapy is a type of talking therapy. This tool explains what IFS, what it involves, and what you can expect from an IFS therapist.
Overview
Internal family systems therapy (IFS) is form of talking therapy that is used to address a wide variety of difficulties (Schwartz & Sweezy, 2019; Anderson et al., 2017). It is based on the idea that the mind consists of distinct subpersonalities, or ‘parts,’ each with its own perspectives, interests, memories, and bodily sensations. These parts interact with one another, which can sometimes lead to conflicts, polarisation, and emotional distress. The What Is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy? information handout is designed to introduce clients to IFS. It provides an overview of key concepts and the tasks involved in the therapy.
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