The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) podcast IFS and Addiction with Cece Sykes and Mary Kruger
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Sep 8, 2023 In this podcast, Mary Kruger and Cece Sykes discuss addiction and Internal Family Systems (IFS). They explore alternatives to a traditional 'Plan' approach, working with your own parts when dealing with others, and the importance of welcoming the wisdom of firefighters. They also discuss how IFS can bridge the gap between the addiction and psychological worlds, bringing curiosity to the interactions of all parts involved. Exciting announcements and appreciation conclude the episode.
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IFS As A Bridge Between Worlds
- IFS can bridge the divide between psychotherapy and addiction treatment by honoring both psychological and behavioral/spiritual approaches.
- Integrating methods increases effectiveness and reduces polarization between treatment communities.
Get Systemwide Buy-In For Plans
- Build relapse-prevention plans by consulting the whole internal system, not just the manager part.
- Get buy-in from firefighters and exiles so plans are realistic and sustainable.
Use Past Successes To Inform Change
- Ask clients to recall times they resisted using and identify what helped them not use.
- Use those resources to design feasible alternatives that parts can adopt.