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Sean Cuthbert
Sep 29, 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.
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Sean Cuthbert
Jul 21, 20244 min read
How do people change with Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?
What are the mechanisms of change in Internal Family Systems (IFS), and how is this different from other modalities?
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Sean Cuthbert
Feb 10, 20245 min read
What are "parts" in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?
When people are trying to get their heads around the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy model, one of the first concepts they hear and...
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Sean Cuthbert
Sep 25, 20236 min read
Befriending your "Inner Critic" using Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy: a practical guide
Befriending your Inner Critic using Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy can be transformational. This quick sample dialogue demonstrates.
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Sean Cuthbert
Jun 11, 20236 min read
IFS and attachment theory in action: which part of you is choosing your partners?
Wondering why your romantic life is difficult? Internal Family Systems (IFS) can help discern which part of you chooses your partners.
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Sean Cuthbert
Oct 12, 20182 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...
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