

IFS Talks
Aníbal Henriques, Tisha Shull & Alexia Rothman
IFS Talks is an audio series to deepen connections with the Internal Family Systems Model through conversations with lead trainers, authors, practitioners and users. In these audio interviews, we will have the opportunity to draw out aspects of IFS Lead Trainers and skilled presenters to create a user-friendly format for listeners to get to know each trainer or practitioner, their background, in and before IFS. With candid, self-led dialogue, trainers and practitioners can share their specific interests with listeners interested in deepening their inner knowledge and IFS practice. Cece Sykes, Susan McConnell, Mary Kruger, Pam Krause, Lisa Spiegel, Martha Sweezy, Art Mones, Ann Sinko, Paul Neustadt, Frank Anderson, Larry Rosenberg, Toni Herbine-Blank, and many more among the interviewees. Among the topics in theTalks:
- All Erotic Parts are Welcome, with Larry Rosenberg
- IFS, Trauma and Neuroscience, with Frank Anderson
- From Reactive to Self Led Parenting, with Paul Neustadt
- IFS as a Metamodel of Therapy, with Art Mones
- The Role of Legacy Burdens on Anxiety, Depression and Shame, with Ann Sinko
- Shame and Guilt as central for IFS work, with Martha Sweezy
- Bringing IFS to Children and Parents, with Lisa Spiegel
- IFS with Children and Adolescents, with Pam Krause
- IFS on Addictions and Eating Disorders, with Mary Kruger
- Embodying the Internal Family, with Susan McConnell
- Bringing IFS to Extreme Parts, with Cece Sykes
- All Erotic Parts are Welcome, with Larry Rosenberg
- IFS, Trauma and Neuroscience, with Frank Anderson
- From Reactive to Self Led Parenting, with Paul Neustadt
- IFS as a Metamodel of Therapy, with Art Mones
- The Role of Legacy Burdens on Anxiety, Depression and Shame, with Ann Sinko
- Shame and Guilt as central for IFS work, with Martha Sweezy
- Bringing IFS to Children and Parents, with Lisa Spiegel
- IFS with Children and Adolescents, with Pam Krause
- IFS on Addictions and Eating Disorders, with Mary Kruger
- Embodying the Internal Family, with Susan McConnell
- Bringing IFS to Extreme Parts, with Cece Sykes
Episodes
Mentioned books
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Apr 20, 2022 • 44min
Emotional Regulation and Dysregulation through IFS Lens
Chris Burris, Senior Lead Trainer for the IFS Institute, discusses emotional regulation techniques, exploring the concepts of blending and unblending in therapy sessions, navigating therapeutic challenges, embracing self-energy in clients, and the role of shame in emotional regulation. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity, emotional vocabulary, and accepting emotions for effective therapy outcomes.
Apr 1, 2022 • 47min
Spirituality and Psychotherapy with Russell Siler Jones
Russell Siler Jones, ThD, LCMHCS, is a psychotherapist in Asheville, NC, Director of CareNet/Wake Forest Baptist Health’s Residency in Psychotherapy and Spirituality, and Developer of ACPE’s Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy Program. He is author of Spirit in Session: Working with Your Client’s Spirituality (and Your Own) in Psychotherapy. You can find more about RSJ here at Russell's website:https://russellsilerjones.com
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Mar 22, 2022 • 42min
Working with sex and sexuality using IFS with Victoria Kirby
Victoria Kirby, an IFS and IFIO therapist from London, shares her insights on navigating the complexities of sex and sexuality. With a rich background in public health and sexual health advocacy, she discusses the intricate interplay of emotional needs, consent, and sexual shame in therapy. Victoria emphasizes the importance of creating a safe environment to explore genuine sexual needs and addresses challenges therapists face in discussions of sexuality. She also highlights her upcoming workshop, aiming to equip practitioners with tools for deeper conversations around sexual identity and relationships.


