IFS Resources
MY PODCAST colleague Emma Redfern has a new book coming out in February. It’s written with a general reader in mind, as well as for those already in the know who might appreciate a refresher or a parts-in-daily-life approach. There are two events being held to launch the book, which you can find out more about on Emma’s website: Emma E. Redfern Psychotherapy Services in Honiton | Online Psychotherapist in Devon
The book is available for pre-order here: Internal Family Systems: Making A Start (and Getting Curious): Amazon.co.uk: Redfern, Emma E.: 9781399822947: Books
I PRESENT a podcast with IFS psychotherapist and author Emma Redfern, Purely IFS with Emma and Gayle.
is aimed at psychotherapists and other mental health professionals who are transitioning to using the Internal Family Systems model with clients.
Emma and I aim to support IFS professionals by offering clarity and discussion on the various aspects of the model and the key skills. You’ll find us on the major podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple.
Join us for stimulating and educational conversations!
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* Stop overwhelm exercise for clients
THIS is an exercise to listen to if you feel overwhelmed or hijacked by parts. In IFS, we don’t use typical calming or self-regulation techniques if we need to calm down or stop a racing mind, such as breathing exercises; we regulate instead through relationship with our parts, which is typically far more effective in the short and long term.
So if you are aware of extreme stress, panic, overthinking, anxiety or sadness, etc, then we understand that there is a part that is trying to get your attention and that what is going to help, is turning to this part instead of trying your best to ignore it – which is what we’re often taught to do.
However, when a part is sufficiently triggered and is really hijacking you, it will be difficult to find any space for your Self.. you will be completely blended with the overwhelming part. At these times, it’s helpful to have someone else temporarily act as the Self in your system, and you may find it helpful to listen to this recording:
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The Myth of Mental Illness
Please click the link here to access a peer-reviewed article by me on the medicalisation of emotional distress, first published in the journal of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy, autumn 2023 edition
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Two articles by me, intended for beginner IFS therapists and practitioners, published on the Life Architect website:
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PUBLISHED in April 2023, this book
is a great one for those who have
already begun using the IFS model
and are encountering typical beginner
questions/difficulties. It’s packed with
useful information and language examples.
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A great compilation that’s useful for IFS supervisers and supervisees alike. It includes unique case material and guidance for helping clinicians in unblending and accessing Self-energy and Self-leadership. It also kicks off with a valuable interview with Richard Schwartz.
Easy map of the internal family system
(Feel free to email me if you’d like a printable copy)
- You can read more about IFS in this article by its developer, Richard Schwartz, at https://selfleadership.org/the-larger-self.html
- Richard Schwartz’s No Bad Parts is a great introduction to IFS, intended for general readership.
- Self-therapy by Jay Earley is a useful step-by-step guide to using IFS yourself – which, it has to be said, not many people can do. It’s also not recommended for use by those dealing with complex emotional issues. However, it’s a reader-friendly book for clients and beginner IFS therapists alike to gain a better understanding of the approach and get used to the language of parts work.