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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
2 days ago4 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


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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