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How is "Choice"Â is the 9th "C" of Self in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?
In Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Self is characterised by the 8C's. There is a 9th "C" quality that can be added to these qualities which is very important: choice. Choice promotes the empowerment that is inherent in the other qualities of Self-energy. This post digs into how supporting clients to find choice is vital in the therapeutic process.
Sean Cuthbert
Jun 154 min read


What Is Unblending in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?
Unblending is a key concept in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. This post explains what unblending is, how to do the unblending process, and the benefits for people when they unblend from parts and lead from a place of Self using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model.
Sean Cuthbert
Jun 15 min read


When Helping Hurts: Understanding Caretaker Parts in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
Caretaker Parts are one of the most socially rewarded, but internally burdened parts in IFS Therapy. Learn how they are formed, and how we can help them become less extreme, by approaching them with compassion and curiosity, using Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy.
Sean Cuthbert
May 256 min read


The Power of Presence: How "the Self" Leads Trauma Recovery in IFS
The Self is the primary healing mechanism in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Find out how accessing the Self can minimise the pain of accessing the past in trauma therapy using IFS.
Sean Cuthbert
May 235 min read


Seeking a Deeper Understanding of the "Inner Critic": What does it Protect in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
The Inner Critic protects against a range of Exiles in IFS. Learn about the specific types of Exiles that Inner Critics Protect in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
Sean Cuthbert
May 35 min read


10 Questions to Ask When Choosing an Internal Family Systems (IFS) Trained Therapist: A Guide to Finding the Right Fit for Your Therapy
Here are some questions you can ask potential IFS trained therapists when seeking to participate in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy that may help you make the important decision.
Sean Cuthbert
Apr 187 min read


Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy: A "Constraint-Release" Model of Psychotherapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy stands out as a unique modality as it is a "constraint-release" model of psychotherapy.
Sean Cuthbert
Oct 13, 20243 min read


Digging into the 5 P's of Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
I've written a lot about processes in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, and so far I have yet to do any digging into the all...
Sean Cuthbert
Aug 23, 20244 min read


Why should you practice mindfulness?
Unless you’re living in a cave (like a monk), you’ve probably noticed that mindfulness is everywhere. There are many well-known apps...
Sean Cuthbert
Oct 12, 20185 min read
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