Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) is a highly effective, non-pathologising, and evidence-based psychotherapy for improving individuals mental well-being. IFS is an accessible and intuitive method which incorporates multiplicity of the personality, Self (spiritual core essence) and systems thinking to treat mental health issues. As an IFS-informed therapist, you will guide your client to explore their inner world, help them to identify and build relationships with parts of their personality, discover the role of their protective parts and assist them to understand the origins of their beliefs and emotions. This therapeutic modality can help release burdened emotions and beliefs and heal trauma.For many clients IFS is an intuitive approach, allowing them to relate to parts of their personality in a new way, release stuck emotions, and re-consolidate unhelpful beliefs. IFS offers an alternative to other talk therapies; instead of reflecting back on the client's personal narrative, the IFS therapist guides clients into a deeper relationship with their parts and guides them towards Self-healing. As an IFS client, they will gain clarity and relief through direct experience of their internal world, connect with their true inner potential, and may heal their trauma. As the therapist, you will not need to rely on your interpretation of their narrative, but will instead be on a journey with your client to discover the secret histories of their parts and witness the compassion and healing wisdom of their true Self.This is an intimate (18 persons maximum) live 2-day introductory professional development workshop in IFS for clinicians (counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists, social workers, mental health clinicians and students!). This introductory IFS workshop introduces key concepts and therapeutic processes of IFS therapy with several experiential components, including live demonstrations, meditations, Q&A, and skills practice.Date of next workshop: Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th May 2024Day 1: 9:15 am to 4:30 pm – doors open from 9 am, we will start at 9:15 sharp.Day 2: 9:15 am to 4:00 pm – doors open from 9 am, we will start at 9:15 sharp.Cost: $600 fee per person ($550 course fee, $50 non-refundable admin fee). Enrolment confirmed upon payment.ACA Member DiscountACA members are eligible for a discounted rate of $450 if they book before September 5. ($400 course fee + a non-refundable $50 admin fee).Refund: The workshop fee is refundable up to 30 days before the start of the workshop.Maximum group size: 20 participants.Does not include meals: There will be a 15-minute tea break and a 30-minute lunch break each day. A selection of teas, coffees, water, and biscuits will be provided. Please bring your own lunch each day.Venue: Modjam/Dordong (Green) Kalamunda Community Centre, Crescent Rd, Kalamunda WA 6076, Australia
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) Workshop: An experiential introduction
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THE IFS INTRO WORKSHOP WILL INCLUDEInteractive lecturesDAY 1Introduction to the IFS Model of MindWhat is Internal Family Systems Therapy?Origins and influences of IFSGoals and assumptions of IFSThe growing evidence base of IFS therapyKey components of IFS theoryMultiplicitySystems ThinkingParts – Exiles, Managers, and Fire FightersThe SelfDAY 2IFS therapy processWorking with protectorsThe 6 F’sWorking with polarisationsWorking with exilesThe healing stepsIntegrationExperiential ComponentsDaily IFS meditationsHearing the theory is one thing. Experiencing it is another. Throughout the two days, there will be several IFS meditations to give you a direct experience of some of the topics covered in the lectures.Two live IFS demonstrationsOliver will demonstrate the IFS process with a volunteer from the workshop participants once a day. The demonstrations will last between 60 – 90 minutes, followed by a debrief with the volunteer and a Q and A.Practicing IFS's First StepsParticipants will be given the time and space to practice the IFS 6 Fs process of working with protectors on the final day of the workshop. This will be a real-play with each participant pairing up with another participant and taking on the role of client and therapist. If there is an uneven number of participants, one group will have three participants and rotate through the roles of client, therapist, and observer.BreaksThere will be a 15-minute tea break and a 30-minute lunch break each day. A selection of teas, coffees, water, and biscuits will be provided. Please bring your own lunch each day.
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IFS THERAPYInternal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) is a highly effective, non-pathologising, and evidence-based psychotherapy for improving mental well-being. IFS is an accessible and intuitive method for most clients.IFS offers a compassionate paradigm to work with clients. Focusing on welcoming all parts of our clients, understanding the good intentions of their parts (even ones using the most destructive coping strategies), and facilitating access to their Self. From this place of welcome, understanding, and Self-energy, healing occurs and burdened emotions and beliefs can be released. “I attended “Internal Family Systems Therapy: An Experiential Introduction”, designed and facilitated by Oliver Brooke in April 2021. Olly‘s delivery and explanation of the material was clear and informative with colourful, well set out, and easy to follow handouts. Olly is an engaging presenter who demonstrates that he knows the model and is passionate about applying it when working with clients. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and have eagerly gone on to further develop my IFS skills as a result.” Michelle – Couple and Family Counsellor “IFS is a very helpful and powerful model to get in touch with self. The workshop was skillfully and professionally delivered. Oliver & Suzanne are a great team and their presentation approaches were very complimentary.” Workshop Participant – May 2023“I loved the way the workshop was presented with a calming gentle presence but still very powerful and impactful. Both Oliver & Suzanne were excellent facilitators right throughout the full workshop with a very calming way of being”Davy Rowe – Master Intuitive Coach – May 2023“Oliver & Suzanne made all of us feel very welcome, it was a completely non-judgmental & safe space that encouraged curiosity, playfulness & compassion with a rich theoretical evidenced-based foundation. It really helped me to put into perspective the theoretical work that I had previously completed. The workshop catered for all adult learning styles to support attendees learning. A lovely venue & an amazing group of attendees & I can't wait to hear about future courses.”Pamela Scott-Gale – Counsellor & Integrated Psychotherapist, RN & Clinical Educator – May 2023“Oliver provided deeply compassionate and contained examples of the therapeutic IFS process for the group to witness. The richness of witnessing skilled facilitation of part to self communication was immeasurably valuable.”Workshop Participant – May 2023Please NoteThis is an introductory workshop in IFS theory and practice. It is not an Internal Family Systems Institute (IFS-I) level 1 training. Only the IFS-I can offer training in IFS. This workshop does not teach people the unburdening process. Only graduates of official level 1 Training by IFS-I may competently and in good faith practice IFS clinically and facilitate unburdenings with clients. For level 1 Training by the Institute please follow this link: https://ifs-institute.com/trainings/level-1
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- Oliver Brooke
- 0426632262
- info@oliverbrooke.com.au