IFS Talks Trauma and Dissociation Informed IFS with Joanne Twombly
Feb 11, 2024
Joanne Twombly, a seasoned psychotherapist, shares her extensive knowledge on trauma and dissociation. She highlights the significance of Internal Family Systems (IFS) in treating complex PTSD and Dissociative Identity Disorder. The discussion covers innovative coping strategies, including safe space imagery, and the need for empathy within therapeutic settings. Joanne also emphasizes the importance of navigating nonverbal communication, creating a safe environment, and fostering communication with clients' younger parts for effective healing and integration.
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Value of Phase-Oriented Treatment
- Phase-oriented treatment, including coping and paced trauma processing, complements IFS.
- Relying solely on IFS's witnessing can overwhelm clients with complex trauma.
Teach Coping Skills Early
- Teach coping skills early to help clients handle distress and dissociation effectively.
- Use safe space and container imagery to upgrade clients' natural dissociation abilities.
Empower Parts with Control
- Give parts choices and control by letting exiles put traumatic burdens in containers.
- Use safe space imagery so parts can rest and function during stressful events.