When the Protectors Rest: A Conversation About Healing in IFS- ARA LUCIA ASHBURNE

“I don’t know why I’m so tired,” she said, halfway laughing, halfway crying. “I’ve been holding it together my whole life.” I hear this all the time in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. And when I do, I know we’re sitting with a protector part—a deeply loyal, often overworked part of us that has carried…

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The Push: Setting Boundaries Physically and Psychologically- by Stacey M. Hurst

In my previous post, I discussed the movement concept of “yielding” (both physically and psychologically) and its relationship with trust in the development of a secure attachment to the primary caregiver. If you haven’t read it, I encourage you to check it out.This post will focus on the “push” that comes immediately after the yield. …

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What is Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Why It Changed the Way I See Healing – ARA LUCIA ASHBURNE

I have almost 25 years of working with the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and I can genuinely say that there is not an approach that has felt so transformative for myself or for the people I work with.  Like many of us, I believed for a long time that certain emotions, thoughts, or behaviors…

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TELEHEALTH VS. IN-PERSON THERAPY: HOW TO FIND YOUR BEST FIT

Therapy is a deeply personal journey, and how you access it can make a big difference in your experience. Some people swear by the traditional in-office setting, while others have found virtual therapy to be a game-changer. But which one is right for you?As someone who has worked with clients in both formats, I’ve seen…

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