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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


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


Common Misconceptions about Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
This post clears up common misconceptions about Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Get clarity around what IFS is, and what it is not.
Sean Cuthbert
Mar 85 min read


The "U-turn": a foundational skill in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
The "U-turn" is a core skill of Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy inviting radical self-reflection in a moment of relational rupture.
Sean Cuthbert
Jan 263 min read


Compassion and Empathy in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy: Practical Applications
Compassion and empathy are key elements in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Find out how these qualities operate in the IFS framework
Sean Cuthbert
Nov 17, 20244 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


Respecting Protectors: Gaining Permission from Managers and Firefighters in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
Gaining permission from protective parts before working with Exiles in IFS is essential. Here's why, and how to go about it.
Sean Cuthbert
Sep 29, 20243 min read


Navigating Self-like parts in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy: detecting, and working with, covert blocks and obstacles
Navigating Self-like Parts in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy can be tricky. Here's some things to look out for that will help you.
Sean Cuthbert
Aug 22, 20244 min read


Men and their angry parts
A lot of men come to therapy - or are told to come to therapy - to deal with their angry parts. Here's what that looks like practically...
Sean Cuthbert
Oct 12, 20182 min read
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