In this expansive and heartfelt conversation, John Clarke sits down again with IFS practitioner and mystically-inclined guide Seth Kopald. What begins as a discussion of Internal Family Systems quickly evolves into something deeper — an exploration of the energetic, ancestral, and spiritual forces that shape who we are. From mystical downloads to subtle energy shifts, Seth shares how he blends IFS with reiki, intuitive knowing, and ancestral connection to help clients heal in multidimensional ways. If you've ever sensed there's "more" going on in a session — or in yourself — this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

1. What happens when healing moves beyond the clinical — And why staying curious might unlock more than you expect.
2. The invisible weight you might be carrying — How ancestral legacies and cultural patterns live in your body until you learn to let them go.
3. You’re not imagining it — The energetic connection between practitioner and client is real, and it’s changing how we do therapy.

👤 Guest: Seth Kopald

Seth Kopald is a certified, Level 3 Internal Family Systems (IFS) Practitioner with a PhD in Organization Management and a Masters in Education. He’s assisted IFS trainings at all levels, facilitated retreats with Dick Schwartz, and leads his own immersive healing experiences. Seth blends traditional IFS with reiki, Akashic Records, and ancestral healing to help others reconnect with their deeper knowing. He is also the author of Self-Led.

Contact & Socials:

• seth@sethkopald.com
•  sethkopald.com
• Instagram: @selfled_by_seth
• Facebook: @seth.kopald.ifs

📚 Resources & Offerings:

➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube
➡️Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast
➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador
➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE
➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

💬 Connect with me:

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Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of Going Inside, I share my real-time reflections and therapeutic insights while reviewing an IFS demo session with a client named Ace. With careful attention to pace, consent, and safety, I break down the many micro-decisions made throughout the session — revealing the internal logic and nuance behind the IFS model. Whether you’re a therapist seeking to deepen your client work or someone curious about what an IFS session really feels like, this episode offers a rare and compassionate behind-the-scenes perspective.

Key Takeaways:

🌱The micro-decisions therapists make throughout an IFS session

🌱How to prioritize safety, pacing, and consent with protectors

🌱Why humility and self-awareness are essential for good therapy

Resources & Offerings:

➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube
➡️  {Free Training} Learn how to incorporate IFS into your work: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-yt
➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador
➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE
➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/
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https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode, I’m joined again by Mel Galbraith of IFSCA, a seasoned IFS therapist and teacher, to dive into what it means to be self-led in the therapy room. We talk about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways our therapist parts show up during sessions, and how being human—and having parts—doesn’t make us bad therapists. In fact, when we tend to those parts with care, we actually expand our ability to hold space for clients. We explore how therapist agendas can interrupt attunement, why love and curiosity are key to working with any system, and how the work we do on ourselves is just as important as what we do with clients. If you’re a practitioner trying to deepen your self-leadership and your IFS skills, this one’s for you.

🌿 Key takeaways:

1. Therapists must attend to their own parts in real time to maintain attunement with clients.
2. Effective IFS work relies equally on knowing the model and staying grounded in self-energy.
3. Clients feel safer and go deeper when therapists release the agenda and trust the process.

Learn more about Mel Galbraith below:

https://www.youtube.com/@IFSCA

www.youtube.com/@mel.galbraith

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568170237483

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 Resources & Offerings:

📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

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https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode, I take you inside an IFS session by revisiting a past demo and offering live commentary on my thought process, choice points, and reflections. You'll see firsthand how the Six F’s of IFS (Find, Focus, Flesh Out, Feel, Fear, Befriend) unfold in real time as I guide a client through working with a protective part that resists emotional closeness. I break down the importance of tracking parts, honoring protectors, and moving at the speed of trust to ensure safety and effectiveness in the IFS process. 

🌿 Key takeaways:

1. The Six F’s of IFS provide a structured yet fluid way to engage with parts, ensuring safety and connection throughout the process.
2. Protectors often surface early in sessions, signaling fears that must be acknowledged before deeper work can take place.
3. Tracking your own therapist parts—such as the urge to "make progress"—is crucial for staying self-led and honoring the client’s pace.

🗓️ Join “Pathways to Self” before doors close today ⬇️

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 Resources & Offerings:

📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

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https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/

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Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

Group therapy offers a unique healing experience that individual work alone cannot replicate. In this episode, I sit down with therapist and group work specialist Carrie Haynes, LPC, to explore the profound impact of Internal Family Systems (IFS) in group settings. We discuss how group dynamics naturally foster self-energy, how witnessing others' healing creates internal shifts, and why self-leadership in a group setting is a transformative practice. Carrie shares insights from her journey integrating psychodynamic therapy, spirituality, embodiment work, and IFS into group facilitation—helping both therapists and clients unlock deeper healing.

🌿 Key takeaways:

1. Witnessing others' IFS work naturally activates our own healing process and strengthens self-energy.
2. Group therapy fosters belonging, connection, and healing in a way that individual therapy often cannot.
3. Great group facilitators balance structure with openness, allowing transformation to unfold naturally.

Learn more about Carrie at: https://carriehayneslpc.com/

🗓️ Join my webinar “From Burnout to Balance” on March 11, 2025 ⬇️

https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/from-burnout-to-balance-training

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 Resources & Offerings:

📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

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Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and connect with your inner world. This Internal Family Systems (IFS) Daily Parts Check-In meditation guides you through gently noticing your internal landscape, inviting all parts to the table, and fostering self-leadership.

🌿 In this meditation, you’ll:
✔️ Learn how to tune into bodily sensations as a way your parts communicate.
✔️ Practice inviting and acknowledging different parts of yourself without judgment.
✔️ Offer self-energy to the parts that need you most, helping build trust and inner harmony.

Whether you're an IFS practitioner, therapist, or simply exploring your internal world, this check-in is a great daily practice to cultivate self-awareness and self-compassion.

🗓️ Join my webinar “From Burnout to Balance” on March 11, 2025 ⬇️

https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/from-burnout-to-balance-training

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 Resources & Offerings:

📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

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In this special crossover episode of Going Inside and the Therapeutic Astrology Podcast, I’m interviewed by Mannah once again to explore the nature of anxiety through an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. We discuss how anxiety operates within the system, its connection to deeper fears, and how working with parts can help navigate uncertainty and fear. Together, we unpack the downward arrow technique, the role of protectors in managing anxiety, and the power of self-led healing in transforming our relationship with fear.

Key Takeaways:

1. Anxiety often masks a deeper fear of abandonment. 
2. Healing isn’t about eliminating fear but learning to hold it.
3. Our protectors work hard to keep us safe, but self-leadership offers another way.

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 Resources & Offerings:

📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

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https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/

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https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of Going Inside, I guide Sarah through another Internal Family Systems (IFS) demonstration, exploring her inner landscape and working with a protective part that has long carried self-doubt and fear of rejection. As we slow down and create safety, Sarah connects with a younger part of herself that holds deep-seated beliefs about being different and misunderstood. Through our session, we navigate the emotions tied to early experiences of shame and isolation, leading to an organic unburdening and a shift in how this part relates to her present-day self.

Key Takeaways:

1. Self-doubt often stems from early experiences of rejection
2. Parts want to protect us, but they also want connection.
3. Healing happens when we create space for all parts.

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 Resources & Offerings:

📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

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Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Kalonya Jones, a complex trauma specialist, to explore the deep and often overlooked impact of childhood trauma. We discuss how trauma shapes identity, relationships, and mental health, even when people don’t initially recognize their experiences as traumatic. Kalonya shares her insights on how healing requires acknowledging past wounds, breaking generational cycles, and cultivating self-compassion.

Key Takeaways:

1. Trauma isn’t always obvious – Many people believe they had a great childhood but struggle to remember it, which can indicate unprocessed trauma.
2. Healing starts with support – The presence (or absence) of a caregiver during distressing moments shapes how we process trauma and navigate emotions.
3. Breaking generational cycles – Unhealed trauma can be passed down through families, but recognizing these patterns allows us to create healthier relationships and self-perceptions.

Learn more about Kalonya at: 

https://thelotuscounselor.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thelotuscounselor/

https://www.facebook.com/lotuscounselor 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kalonya-jones-lpc-ncc-cctp-aa1360a5/ 

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 Resources & Offerings:

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🌱  10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

🧠 Join Pathways to Self – My IFS basics course for therapists and practitioners: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/pathways

🌱  Download My Free IFS Meditation – Get access here: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/free

Connect with me:

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Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of Going Inside, I continue my Internal Family Systems (IFS) demo with Sarah in the third session of a four-part series. We explore how internal and external expectations can block freedom, joy, and imagination. Sarah connects with a part of herself that has carried the burden of meeting others' needs since childhood, believing that anticipating and managing expectations would keep her safe. Together, we invite more trust, curiosity, and playfulness into her system, creating space for greater ease and self-acceptance.

*This is part 3 of a 4-part series of real Internal Family Systems therapy sessions

*Please note that the client's name has been changed to protect their privacy.

Key Takeaways:

1. Expectations can create internal pressure that limits our ability to be present and embrace spontaneity.
2. Protective parts often form in childhood to keep us safe, but they may no longer serve us in the same way as adults.
3. Trusting the present moment allows for greater emotional freedom, creativity, and self-acceptance.

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 Resources & Offerings:

🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador

🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

🌱 Join Pathways to Self – My IFS basics course for therapists and practitioners: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/pathways

🧠  Download My Free IFS Meditation – Get access here: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/free

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Connect with me:

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https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy

https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of the Going Inside Podcast, I sit down with Mel Galbraith, a Level 3 IFS therapist and COO of IFSCA, to dive into the practical side of unblending and direct access in Internal Family Systems therapy. We explore what to do when clients struggle to "drop in" or when protectors resist stepping back, and Mel shares how to approach these situations with curiosity, patience, and flexibility. We also touch on the role of self-energy in creating safety, how to avoid bypassing protectors, and the balance between sticking to the model and meeting clients where they are.

Key Takeaways:

1. Protectors resist unblending for a reason—curiosity and validation are key to earning their trust.
2. Direct access can feel intimidating but is a natural and effective way to engage parts when insight work stalls.
3. Prioritizing client safety and flexibility over rigidly following the model leads to deeper, more authentic healing.

Learn more about Mel:
https://www.youtube.com/@IFSCA
https://www.youtube.com/@mel.galbraith
https://www.facebook.com/p/ifsca-61563584521442/

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Resources:

• Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast
• Use code: JOHN for a 1 month grace period with Jane or click HERE to get started!
• Receive 10% off a grounding product at Grounding Well with code GWJOHNCLARKE
• Join Pathways to Self - An IFS basics course for therapists and practitioners:
• Download my Free IFS Meditation

Connect with me:
https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/
https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy
https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of the Going Inside Podcast, I do a second live Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy demo with Sarah, revisiting her journey of addressing heavy emotional burdens and discovering the power of creativity and play. We explore blocked imagination, a sense of responsibility for others' emotions, and the effects of reconnecting with playful, lighthearted parts. The session includes an unburdening process and Sarah learns how bringing creativity into daily life can foster emotional balance and resilience.

*This is part 1 of a 3-part series of real Internal Family Systems therapy sessions
*Please note that the client's name has been changed to protect their privacy.

Key Takeaways:

1. Reconnecting with imaginative parts can help reframe heavy emotions and create space for joy and lightness.
2. Releasing emotional burdens allows space for new, positive qualities like lightness, music, and playful energy to take root.
3. Building relationships with parts helps manage challenging interactions and turn serious situations into opportunities for growth and play.

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Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

Use code: JOHN for a 1 month grace period with Jane or click HERE to get started!

Receive 10% off a grounding product at Grounding Well with code GWJOHNCLARKE or by clicking the link: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE

Download my Free IFS Meditation: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/free

Join Pathways to Self - An IFS basics course for therapists and practitioners:
https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/pathways

Connect with me:
https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/
https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy
https://www.youtube.com/@JohnclarkeTherapy

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube

In this soul-stirring conversation, IFS pioneer Bob Falconer returns to explore the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS), spirituality, and trauma healing. We discuss how trauma creates separation, the necessity of spiritual connection in deep healing, and how curiosity can be a transformative force. Bob shares insight from his upcoming books and over 50 years of clinical experience, emphasizing the porous nature of the mind and the healing power of respectful engagement with all parts of the self—both personal and transpersonal. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to open your inner world with compassion and wonder.

3 Key Takeaways:

✔️ A surprising reason why many trauma survivors don’t fully heal—and what might be missing.

✔️ The two types of curiosity—and why only one leads to transformation.

✔️ What Bob means when he says “the mind isn’t just multiple... it’s porous.”

👤 Guest: Robert Falconer

Robert Falconer is a dedicated therapist, teacher, and global educator of the IFS model. Author of The Others Within Us, Bob brings over five decades of experience to his work exploring the porous nature of the mind, particularly in the context of trauma and spiritual experiences. His latest books, Opening the Inner World and Spirit Speaks, delve into the intersection of IFS, mysticism, and healing.

Get your copy of Opening the Inner World and Spirit Speaks: https://swedenborg.com/product/opening-the-inner-world/

Resources & Offerings:

➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube

➡️Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast
➡️ Register for a FREE IFS Training "From Burnout to Balance": https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast
➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador
➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE
➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN

Connect with me:

https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/
https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy
https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of the Going Inside Podcast, I conduct a live Internal Family Systems (IFS) demo with Sarah, a client who explores her discomfort with vulnerability and connection. Together, we uncover the roots of these feelings in a protective part that emerged during childhood, carrying grief and longing for attunement. We create a safe space for this part, paving the way for healing and rediscovering joy.

*This is part 1 of a 3 part series of real Internal Family Systems therapy sessions
*Please note that the client's name has been changed to protect their privacy.

Key Takeaways:

1. Protective parts often arise in childhood to shield us from pain and can be released through acknowledgment and care.
2. Creating a safe, compassionate space for your parts fosters healing and deeper self-awareness.
3. When burdens are lifted, parts can rediscover their original roles, enabling greater emotional balance and fulfillment.

Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

Use code: JOHN for a 1 month grace period with Jane or click HERE to get started! https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador/ 

Receive 10% off a grounding product at Grounding Well with code GWJOHNCLARKE or by clicking the link: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE 

Download my Free IFS Meditation: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/free 

Join Pathways to Self - A weekly IFS consultation group for therapists and practitioners: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/pathways 

Connect with me: 
https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ 
https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ 
https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@JohnclarkeTherapy 

Grab Your Seat for the Free IFS Webinar Here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

In this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Leslie Sanchez, a licensed therapist who specializes in helping first-generation Latinx individuals heal from childhood trauma caused by emotionally immature parents. Together, we delve into the complexities of growing up with emotionally immature caregivers, the lasting impact it has on adult relationships, self-esteem, and the challenges of setting boundaries. Leslie shares her journey of recognizing her childhood wounds, the importance of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy in her healing process, and how she empowers her clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and break free from generational cycles.

Key Takeaways:

1. Growing up with emotionally immature parents can shape lifelong patterns in self-worth, relationships, and communication.
2. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy fosters self-compassion and helps individuals heal internal conflicts.
3. Setting boundaries with emotionally immature parents is essential for personal growth and breaking generational cycles.

Learn more about Leslie at:  https://nueva-vida-therapy.com/

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Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast

Use code: JOHN for a 1 month grace period with Jane or click HERE to get started!

Receive 10% off a grounding product at Grounding Well with code GWJOHNCLARKE or by clicking this link.

Download my Free IFS Meditation: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/free

Join Pathways to Self - An IFS basic course for therapists and practitioners: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/pathways

Connect with me:
https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/
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In this episode of Going Inside, I’m interviewed again on Mannah’s Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (TAP). Mannah, an Evolutionary Astrologer and Trauma Therapist, explores how astrology informs her therapeutic work, while I dive into Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work. We discuss how to compassionately connect with protective parts, create internal attachment repair, and navigate the challenges therapists face when maintaining compassion without an agenda. If you’re a therapist, coach, or anyone interested in trauma and self-discovery, I think you’ll find this episode both inspiring and practical.

Key Takeaways:

1. Every part of us, even those with extreme behaviors, has a protective role rooted in past experiences or trauma.
2. Accessing self-energy with compassion and curiosity allows protective parts to feel safe and begin healing.
3. Internal Family Systems (IFS) fosters de-shaming and deeper healing by creating space for connection between self and parts.

Learn more about Mannah at: https://www.therapeuticastrologer.com/

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In this  episode of the Going Inside Podcast, we're celebrating the podcast's 50th episode by diving deep into trauma healing approaches, the versatility of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and answering your questions. Thank you for joining me on this journey!

Key Takeaways: 

1. Healing through Internal Family Systems Therapy is best supported by patience, compassion, and forming deeper connections with all of your parts.. 

2. Every healing journey is different, so it’s important to specialize each individual's process by respecting a client’s space, restoring agency, and using complimentary modalities of support if necessary. 

3. The upcoming Pathways to Self IFS course is launching in 2025, an intensive training program designed to deepen IFS skills for therapists and practitioners. 

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From the Inside Out, I guide my client “Cece,” a breathwork facilitator, through a live Internal Family Systems therapy session. Together, we explore her feelings of helplessness, a maternal-like protective part, and the connections between them. Cece’s courage and self-awareness bring valuable insights into her journey of healing and self-compassion.

Key Takeaways:

1. Cece identifies a helpless part tied to childhood trauma, visualized as a young girl who had been confined to a bathroom.
2. A maternal-like protector emerges, expressing doubt about Cece’s ability to care for her inner child, reflecting internalized self-criticism.
3. Through compassion and reassurance, Cece builds trust with her younger self, allowing for freedom, joy, and a deeper sense of connection.

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In this episode of Going Inside, psychotherapist and author Forest Benedict shares his journey from Christian-based sex addiction therapy to healing religious trauma and embracing Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, we explore the impact of religious trauma, the role of shame in addiction and identity, and the power of IFS in fostering authenticity and freedom. Forest reflects on his personal deconstruction, his professional pivot, and his mission to help others reconnect with their true selves in the face of societal and religious pressures.

Key Takeaways:

1. Religious trauma often involves suppressing one's identity and agency under the constant threat of judgment, creating long-term emotional and psychological challenges.
2. Shame is a central force in both religious trauma and addiction, fueling self-critical behaviors that perpetuate cycles of pain and disconnection from the self.
3. Internal Family Systems (IFS) fosters self-compassion, helping individuals reconnect with their authentic selves, heal internal conflicts, and reclaim agency.

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In this episode of Going Inside, I’m joined by psychotherapist, meditation instructor, and author Ralph De La Rosa to explore his journey from trauma and addiction to becoming a leader in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Buddhist meditation. We dive into the powerful intersections between IFS and Buddhist principles, including how self-energy aligns with the awakened state and the role of reparenting our wounded parts. Ralph also shares insights from his new book, “Outshining Trauma: A New Vision of Radical Self-Compassion,” which provides a step-by-step guide for turning daily life into a healing journey.

Key Takeaways:

1. Self-energy in IFS aligns with the Buddhist concept of the awakened state, offering a foundation for reparenting wounded parts and fostering growth.
2. Trauma can condition us to mistake chaos for home, but cultivating peace and curiosity helps us reclaim a sense of balance.
3. True healing arises through deep self-awareness and compassion, allowing us to rediscover vitality, joy, and emotional intelligence.

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In this episode of Going Inside, we share a conversation from Mannah’s Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (TAP). Mannah, an Evolutionary Astrologer and Trauma Therapist, explores how astrology informs her therapeutic work, while I dive into Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work. Together, we share how IFS differs from traditional therapies like CBT, the power of self-energy in healing, and the paradigm shift in understanding trauma. Mannah also examines my astrological chart, showcasing how astrology and therapy can complement each other in fostering self-awareness and growth.

Key Takeaways:

1. Differences Between Traditional Therapy and IFS
2. The Concept of Self and Parts in IFS:
3. Trauma and Unburdening in IFS
4. Astrology’s Role in Therapy
5. Navigating Neurodivergence and Therapy

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In this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Elizabeth Scott, a licensed psychotherapist, writer, and Reiki master practitioner. We explore Internal Family Systems (IFS), creativity, and Reiki, discussing how these approaches can support healing, self-connection, and self-expression. Elizabeth shares her journey of integrating IFS and Reiki in her work and personal life, revealing how creativity is both a pathway to and a result of self-energy. Tune in for a deep dive into the transformative power of creativity, the body, and energetic practices in trauma healing.

Key Takeaways:

1. Creativity is an essential aspect of self-energy and a powerful tool for healing and self-connection.
2. Reiki can enhance psychotherapy by fostering calm and self-energy, helping clients better connect with their parts.
3. Exploring burdens from early life, like those related to productivity and worth, can unlock innate creativity and imagination.

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In this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Caitlan Siegenthaler, a licensed IFS therapist, Human Design strategist, and new mom. We dive into the fascinating intersections between Human Design and Internal Family Systems (IFS), exploring how understanding our energy types can help us better navigate life, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you're new to Human Design or curious about how it complements IFS, this episode offers an accessible introduction to how these two approaches can work together to unlock self-compassion, alignment, and authentic connection.

Key Takeaways:

1. Our Human Design energy type provides a roadmap for how we naturally show up in the world and can guide us toward alignment and fulfillment.
2. Combining Human Design with IFS can reveal and support parts of ourselves that might feel unseen or misunderstood in conventional approaches.
3. Understanding our unique decision-making strategies through Human Design helps us make choices that resonate with our true selves, especially in navigating life’s transitions and challenges.

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In this special and deeply personal episode, John Clarke pays tribute to the late Ralph De La Rosa — a gifted author, meditation teacher, musician, and trauma survivor whose voice and message left an indelible mark on the healing community. Through reflections, audio clips, and emotional commentary, John revisits their original interview and shares the impact Ralph had on his life and work. Together, they explore trauma, IFS, Buddhism, and the power of radical self-compassion.

Key Takeaways

• What if healing isn’t about fixing yourself? Ralph shares a radically different view of healing — one that doesn’t start with what’s broken, but with what’s already whole inside of you.
• Can playfulness be your secret to peace? Discover how reclaiming joy and spontaneity might be the missing ingredient in your emotional healing.
• Is your “Self” even really yours? Ralph and John explore a mind-expanding perspective on identity, self-energy, and the mysterious overlap between IFS and Buddhist philosophy.

About Ralph De La Rosa

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In this meditation, I guide therapists through an Internal Family Systems meditation focused on connecting with inner parts related to client work. The meditation encourages tuning into the body, reflecting on the therapist’s journey, and engaging with any fears or protective parts that might arise when working with clients. 

Meditation For Therapists:

1. Hands to heart and belly.
2. Notice any sensations in your body.
3. Generate heart energy.
4. Send it to parts of you that need it.
5. Reflect on your client list: those that are doing well and those that are suffering the most.
6. Do you and your parts all agree to work with this client?
7. What fears do you and your parts hold around being unable to help everyone?
8. Notice what parts of you come up.
9. Be with their fears, send them love.
10. What do they need from you before, during, or after the next session with this client?
11. What do they need from you as a follow-up after today?
12. Wrap up mindfully.

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In this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Natalie Deering, an IFS therapist and wellness expert, to explore the polyvagal theory and its connection to anxiety. Natalie breaks down how understanding our nervous system responses can help us navigate anxiety, and we discuss practical tools for fostering safety and calm in our bodies.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding the Polyvagal Theory: The polyvagal theory explains how our nervous system responds to stress, anxiety, and safety cues, helping us recognize why we may feel anxious in certain situations.
2. Fight, Flight, Freeze Responses: Anxiety can trigger various survival responses like fight, flight, or freeze. Learning to identify these reactions helps us become more aware of our body's needs and responses to stress.
3. Regulating Through Breath and Connection: Techniques like deep breathing, grounding, and engaging in safe relationships can help regulate our nervous system, shifting us from anxiety to a state of calm.

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In this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Elia Mrak, a trauma informed educator and Qigong practitioner, to explore the deep connection between movement,healing, and aliveness. We dive into how dance and Qigong can be powerful tools for transforming trauma, re-energizing the body, and finding vitality. 

Key Takeaways:

1. Movement, even for 30 seconds, is a powerful way to reconnect with your aliveness and build vitality.
2. Trauma isn’t something to get rid of but a stored resource that can be transformed into energy and life force through movement.
3. Qigong and dance can offer fun and deeply pleasurable ways to access our emotional energy and heal.

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In this impromptu consultation with Monica Cavalcante, I answer her questions about incorporating Internal Family Systems (IFS) into therapeutic practice. We explore essential topics, including how to introduce IFS to clients, the nuances of self and self-energy, and navigating clients' intuitive responses during sessions. 

If you’re a therapist curious about integrating IFS into your work, this episode is filled with insights and practical tips to enhance your practice. For those who are not therapists but are interested in understanding more about IFS and its transformative potential for self-exploration and healing, this episode offers valuable insights that can enhance your healing journey.

Key Takeaways:

1. Personalized Understanding of Self-Energy: Encourage clients to define their concept of self and self-energy in ways that resonate with their beliefs and experiences, fostering a deeper connection to their healing journey.
2. Honoring Intuition in Therapy: Be mindful of the client's intuition throughout the therapeutic process, ensuring that they feel safe and empowered to voice any discomfort with the IFS approach.
3. Therapist's Role: Acknowledge the inherent power dynamics in therapy, and strive to foster an environment where clients feel free to express their needs and boundaries.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out, I sit down with Dr. Nathalie Edmond to explore the intersection of race and trauma. We discuss how understanding racial dynamics can help us navigate difficult conversations and promote healing. Dr. Edmond also shares insights from her new book Mindful Race Talk on approaching race-related topics with curiosity and compassion.

Key Takeaways:

1. Curiosity Over Defensiveness
   Approaching conversations about race with curiosity helps reduce defensiveness and fosters meaningful dialogue.
2. Building Capacity for Discomfort
   Learning to sit with discomfort is essential for addressing difficult topics like race and trauma.
3. The Role of Repair in Relationships
   Repairing ruptures in relationships, especially around race, is crucial for healthy, ongoing connection.

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In this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Sara Avant Stover, a women’s leadership coach and author who blends Internal Family Systems (IFS) with entrepreneurship. We dive deep into how IFS can help entrepreneurs find balance between work and life, explore the motivations behind our drive to be productive, and discuss how tapping into our inner resources can enhance our work and overall well-being. 

Key Takeaways:

1. IFS as a Tool for Slowing Down:
   IFS helps us tap into our inner resources, slowing down workaholic tendencies and fostering curiosity about the parts of us driving over productivity.
2. Balancing Business with Self-Care:
   Sara shares her experience of taking a month-long sabbatical each year to recharge, explaining how stepping away from work brings fresh clarity and helps create a more sustainable, simplified approach to business.
3. Listening to Our Higher Self:
   IFS encourages us to hold "inner family meetings," where we bring our parts to the table and tap into our innate confidence and clarity as leaders, finding new ways to approach entrepreneurship.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From the Inside Out, I’m joined by Dr. Laura Patryas, an expert in the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and non-duality. Together, we explore how these two approaches can deepen our understanding of healing from the inside out. 

Below are the 8 F’s of Dr. Laura's Nondual IFS:

1. Feel—Tune into the bodily felt sense of your inner parts, energies, thoughts and emotions with tenderness. Naming them can help. Stay here as long as feels natural. 

2. Feel-through—Inquire "Am I this part, thought, emotion, sensation?" Sense the presence that remains when each part is felt-through deeply. This helps uncover your true Self. 

3. Field—Open to all parts from the spacious field of Self's awareness that underlies all experiences, thoughts, and sensations. 

4. Friend—With unconditional friendship, attune to and embrace even extreme parts, listening to their stories and core beliefs. 

5. Flow—Sense the Self harmonizing and flowing with different energies, allowing the paradox of individuality and oneness. 

6. Fluid—Notice the fluid boundaries and lack of separation between Self and parts, inner and outer. 

7. Freedom—As integration unfolds, feel the freedom of open, peaceful flow within the universal field. 

8. Fulfilment/Fullness—Experience the richness of this present moment without craving any other state

• Learn more about Dr. Laura Patryas at https://www.drlaurapatryas.org/ 
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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out, I’m joined once again by Bob Falconer to dive into the intersection of trauma, Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, and spirit-based work. Bob shares his personal journey into embracing spirituality within therapy, despite initial resistance within the IFS community. We dive into profound topics about connection to Spirit Guides, working with Unattached Burdens, and much more.

Key Takeaways:

1. Spirituality in Therapy - Bob shares how his work increasingly focuses on spirit-based therapy, emphasizing the importance of a spiritual connection that remains present even during intense suffering. 

2. Thoughts on Other Therapeutic Models - We reflect on the damage caused by certain therapeutic models, especially those emphasizing therapist authority and disempowering clients. It’s important to question the roots of these models, including IFS, and maintain humility in their application.

3. Humility as Therapists - It’s important to have humility in therapy, recognizing that while we have tools and knowledge as therapists, there is still much we don’t know. We must honor clients’ systems and maintain an open, questioning attitude toward therapeutic models.

Learn more about Bob Falconer at https://robertfalconer.us/ 

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out,  David Polidi leads a roundtable discussion of IFS podcasters–Tammy Sollenberger, Natalie Deering, Tim Fortescue, and myself, John Clarke. We explore the internal conflicts and polarizations that arise during creative projects like starting a podcast, how trauma disconnects us from our authentic selves, and the role of Internal Family Systems Therapy in reconnecting with self-energy. Together, they share personal insights on finding clarity, overcoming fears, and deepening self-awareness through IFS.

Key Takeaways:

1. Balancing Internal Polarities: We explore how internal conflicts, such as fear and ambition, can delay meaningful actions. Using IFS, we’ve learned to harmonize these parts to make authentic decisions.
2. Spiritual Healing and Trauma: I explain that addressing trauma involves both physical and spiritual healing. IFS provides a pathway to reconnect with one's spirituality and heal from past traumas.
3. IFS for Self-Connection: Tammy Sollenberger discusses how IFS aids in reconnecting with one's core self, facilitating deeper self-awareness and healing from trauma.

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In this solo episode of "Going Inside," I dive deep into the concept of Self and Self-energy in the context of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. While IFS often begins with discussions about our inner parts—like the perfectionist, the inner critic, or the inner child—I believe that the true heart of the model lies in understanding and accessing Self-energy. Whether you're familiar with IFS or new to the concept, this episode will help you connect with the innate wisdom and healing energy that exists within you.

Key Takeaways:
1. What is Self and Self-Energy?
2. The 8 C’s—curiosity, compassion, clarity, connectedness, creativity, courage, confidence, and calm—are essential qualities of Self-energy in IFS.
3. The 5 P’s—patience, perspective, presence, playfulness, and persistence—enhance our ability to connect with and heal our inner parts.
4. At its core, IFS is about cultivating love for ourselves and others, enabling deep healing and transformation.

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In this powerful episode of Going Inside, trauma therapist John Clarke sits down with award-winning educator Tim Amaral to explore how trauma-informed practices can transform education. Tim shares his journey from martial arts instructor to adult educator, revealing the development of the Self-Led Classroom model and its deep integration of IFS (Internal Family Systems) principles. Together, they discuss how safety, connection, and a sense of belonging are essential for meaningful learning. If you've ever questioned traditional education or wondered how to reach students or clients who’ve been left behind, this episode will expand your perspective—and your heart.

🌿 Key takeaways:

• The true key to academic success and how traditional education often fails the very kids who need it most
• How love, belonging, and attachment show up (or don’t) in classrooms
• Is it possible for a trauma-informed classroom to flip the script on behavior “management”?
• Why learning doesn’t happen until attachment does—and how most systems get that backwards.

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🗣️ Timothy Amaral 

Timothy Amaral is an award-winning adult educator and teacher trainer from Salinas, CA. He specializes in the teaching and application of trauma-informed practices, social-emotional skills and needs-based responsiveness for use in the classroom, in the workplace, and in the home. He is the creator of the SELf-Led Learning model.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out, I sit down with Virginia Jenkins, a mindfulness-based IFS therapist, to delve deep into the complexities of resistance and how it manifests in trauma healing. We explore the nuances of why clients might resist taking care of their own parts and the importance of honoring resistance rather than bypassing it. We also discuss practical tools for both therapists and clients to approach stuckness with compassion and curiosity, rather than frustration. 

Key Takeaways:

1. Honoring Resistance: Resistance in IFS therapy often signals deeper pain and unmet needs. It’s crucial to approach it with respect and patience, recognizing that it often arises from a place of deep emotional wounds.
2. Sitting with Stuckness: Virginia introduces a powerful exercise called "Sitting at the Wall," which emphasizes the importance of not pushing past resistance too quickly. This approach allows for the underlying grief and pain to be fully acknowledged and worked through.
3. How Therapists Work with Resistance: As therapists, it’s important to recognize when our own parts might be getting activated by a client’s resistance. By doing a "U-turn" and connecting with our own self-energy, we can better support our clients in their healing journey.

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In this episode of "Going Inside," I explore the differences and benefits of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapy. Both approaches are effective in trauma treatment, but each has its unique strengths. I delve into how EMDR can help desensitize traumatic memories by engaging both sides of the brain, while IFS offers a more holistic approach, focusing on connecting with your core Self and healing internal parts. Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, or relationship issues, understanding these therapies can help you decide which might be the best fit for your healing journey!

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From the Inside Out, I guide Sophia through our fourth Internal Family Systems (IFS) session together, uncovering the complex dynamics that have held her back in her healing journey. As she confronts the reality of her relationship with her mother, Sophia realizes that much of it is based on shame and avoidance. We work through this attachment in the session.

 Key Takeaways:
1. Healing often requires letting go of unhealthy attachments, even with loved ones.
2. True growth comes from recognizing and embracing self-reliance.
3. Confronting uncomfortable truths can lead to greater emotional freedom and joy.

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In this solo episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From the Inside Out, I share my evolving understanding of trauma therapy, exploring how Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic work contribute to healing. I reflect on my personal journey with these modalities and share insights on how each approach uniquely addresses trauma. 

Key Takeaways:

• Integration of Modalities: Combining IFS, EMDR, and somatic therapy offers a comprehensive approach to trauma treatment, each addressing different aspects of the healing process.
• Self Energy and Empowerment: I highlight the role of IFS in connecting clients to their core self and intuition.
• EMDR for Memory Processing: I share how EMDR is an effective tool for reducing the impact of traumatic memories by facilitating proper memory consolidation.
• Somatic Work and the Nervous System: I dive into how somatic therapy helps clients renegotiate trauma by addressing the nervous system’s response.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out, I guide Sophia through a third Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy session. We revisit and deepen our work with the younger part, exploring its need for control and safety, and ultimately releasing significant legacy burdens. This session highlights the importance of transferring responsibilities and finding new ways to fill the spaces left by released burdens.

 Key Takeaways:

1. Acknowledge the need for control that parts may carry and explore their origins.
2. Encourage parts to hand over responsibilities too heavy for them to bear.
3. Replace the burdens with positive and active experiences to foster healing.
4. Continually check in with parts to provide ongoing support and adjustment.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out, I guide Sophia through a follow-up Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy session, reconnecting with a younger part we encountered in our last session. We explore this part’s need for trust and safety, working to release burdens and bring light into her inner world. 

 Key Takeaways:

1. Build trust and safety with parts to show them that the present is free from past dangers.
2. Our brain symbolizes burdens in many different ways. We use the elements to get rid of them.
3. Visualizing positive energy or light to replace negative emotions is imperative in our healing journey.

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In this intense episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From the Inside Out, we journey alongside my client “Sophia” as we bravely explore her parts through Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. I help Sophia work towards healing her binge eating disorder by reconnecting with fragmented parts of herself.

Key Takeaways:

1. Connecting with Multiple Parts: Sophia engages with different parts, navigating feelings of abandonment and unmet needs from her past. I guide her through acknowledging and comforting these parts, fostering a sense of safety and validation.
2. Healing Through Connection: Sophia discovers how offering unconditional acceptance to her inner parts allows for healing and integration.
3. Support From Spirit Guides: Sophia welcomes a maternal figure, what seems to be a spirit guide, into her inner world. This guide supports Sophia in nurturing and caring for one of her parts, symbolizing the presence of wisdom and protection in her healing process.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From the Inside Out, I guide my client “Laura” through a live Internal Family Systems demo. We delve into her struggles with depression post-college, the pressure from unmet expectations, and her journey towards self-compassion and understanding. 

 Key Takeaways:

1. Depression and Unmet Potential: Laura opens up about how she felt lost and immobilized by depression after graduating from college, this made her feel stuck and disconnected from the things she loved and studied for.
2. Spirit Guides: We connect with one of Laura's spirit guides who appears as a younger part from that tough time.
3. Self-Compassion: I guide Laura in having a compassionate conversation with this part, acknowledging the shame and grief she felt during that time.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out, I had the pleasure of speaking with David Polidi, a fellow podcaster and social worker practicing IFS and EMDR. We delved into the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, sharing personal experiences and discussing its ability to heal trauma and foster self-discovery. 

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

1. Transformative Power of IFS Therapy:
David shared an impactful IFS session where he connected with a part of himself that was a drowning child. Through self-energy and patience, this part underwent a spontaneous unburdening.

2. Integration of Spirituality in Therapy:
We discussed how spirituality can be seamlessly integrated into therapeutic practices. 

3. Continuous Learning and Sharing in the IFS Community:
We expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from and share with other experts in the field like Bob Falconer and Michael Hunter. It's important to spread these insights to a broader audience, enriching the collective understanding of IFS therapy.

Learn more about David at https://www.empoweredthroughcompassion.com/

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In this episode of "Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out," I guide Rachel through a deep exploration of her parts and their fears. We delve into the protective mechanisms her parts have developed to prevent emotional harm, particularly the fear of being emotionally squashed. 

 Key Takeaways:

1. Exploring Protector Parts: Rachel identifies and understands the role of her parts that project a hard armor to prevent emotional harm. This highlights the significance of recognizing and addressing protective mechanisms within IFS therapy.

2. Engaging with Younger Parts: By revisiting and freezing a traumatic childhood scene, Rachel connects with her younger parts, offering her support and understanding.

3. Unburdening: The unburdening allows Rachel's younger part to release the fear of being emotionally squashed and replace it with a newfound sense of fierceness. 

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In this conversation, John Clarke interviews Brad Mosell, founder and CEO of Dharma Doctor, about Brad’s journey into the mental health field, the development of accessible mental health interventions, and the evolution of their product, which integrates EMDR and bilateral stimulation. They discuss the importance of addressing trauma in educational settings, the role of teachers in mental health, and the future of therapy technology, including the integration of biometrics and AI in therapeutic practices.

Key takeaways:

• Discover how bilateral stimulation is being woven into everyday tools to make trauma-informed care more approachable—even outside the therapy room.
• Explore how Brad Mosell turned his own healing journey with EMDR into a mission to bring these powerful tools into schools, homes, and underserved communities.
• Learn why bilateral stimulation works and how it mimics the brain’s natural processing patterns to unlock stuck trauma.
• Peek into the innovative ways tactile tech is helping clients feel grounded, present, and open to doing deep inner work.
• Hear how a tech entrepreneur left Silicon Valley to create a company focused on mental health, and why therapists should be paying attention to what's coming next.

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🗣️ Brad Mosell

Brad Mosell is the founder and CEO of Dharma Dr., a company dedicated to improving access to EMDR and bilateral stimulation. A veteran and educator, Mosell combines his technical expertise with a passion for healing, aiming to address the mental health challenges faced by today's youth and adults alike.

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In this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out, I’m joined by Meg Doll, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and certified IFS practitioner. Meg shares her personal journey of overcoming struggles with eating disorders and how she discovered the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

1. The Depth of Healing
Meg's journey underscores the profound impact of IFS therapy in addressing deep-rooted issues like eating disorders and childhood trauma. It highlights the necessity of delving into underlying emotional and relational dynamics for comprehensive healing.

2. The Power of Unblending
Our discussion delves into the therapeutic technique of unblending, where individuals create space and dialogue with their inner parts. Unblending enables understanding and honoring the intent behind protective behaviors, fostering compassionate self-awareness.

3. Shifting Perspective on Recovery
Meg's approach challenges conventional notions of recovery, illustrating that healing extends beyond surface-level behaviors. By exploring beliefs, emotions, and somatic experiences, clients can undergo profound shifts in their relationship with themselves and food.

Learn more about Meg at https://megdoll.com/

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In this episode of "Going Inside," I'm joined by Payam for a Part 2 of Psychedelics and IFS. We discuss the complexities of healing, the role of facilitators, and the importance of setting healthy boundaries when finding the right facilitators. 

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

1. Facilitators must be attuned to their clients' needs, delivering therapeutic interventions in a way that is safe and manageable for both the mind and body.

2. It's crucial to be aware of facilitators or therapists who may use their social following, looks, and charisma to exploit clients, creating unhealthy power dynamics.

3. Learning to discern genuine connections from compulsive attractions is vital. Slowing down and tuning into your body's responses can help you make more informed, self-trusting decisions.

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In this episode, I am joined by Payam, a facilitator specializing in plant medicine, psychedelics, and trauma healing. We explore the intricacies of integrating shamanic practices with Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, gaining insights into self-awareness, capacity building, and ethical facilitation in transformative healing journeys. 

Part 1 of our conversation delves into navigating complex trauma, understanding self-energy, and the delicate balance required when working with psychedelic medicines in therapeutic contexts. Join us next week for Part 2!

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

1. Understanding Our Limits as a Therapists and Healers: It's crucial for therapists and healers to understand their own limits and capacities before guiding clients through deep healing processes.

2. Synergy of Shamanic and IFS Practices: Payam teaches us how shamanic practices can complement IFS therapy, offering additional tools for navigating inner landscapes and facilitating trauma healing.

3. Ethical Use of Psychedelic Therapy: We emphasize the need for ethical facilitation and responsible use of psychedelic medicines in trauma work, focusing on containment, integrity, and client safety.

4. Navigating Complex Trauma Structures: Our discussion provides insights into working with complex personality structures and creating a safe container for clients to explore and integrate their inner experiences.

5. Holistic Healing Approach: Payam believes in a holistic approach to healing, integrating various modalities to support clients' mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Learn more about Payam at https://www.payam.com/

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In this episode of "Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out," I conduct Part 2 of a real Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy session with Ashley. This session demonstrates the deep, transformative potential of IFS therapy.

Key Takeaways from this LIVE IFS Therapy Session:

1. Acknowledging and Validating Inner Parts: By acknowledging the parts of Ashley that feel abandoned and hurt, we could start the healing process through validation and compassion.

2. Integrating and Supporting Inner Parts: Bringing some parts into the present and ensuring they feel supported and seen is crucial for long-term healing and integration.

3. Physiological Shifts in Healing: The session led to a noticeable physiological shift for Ashley, demonstrating how emotional healing can directly impact physical energy and well-being.

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00:00-00:46 - Intro
00:46-03:25 - Session start | updates from last session
3:26-6:11 - Tuning into bodily sensations
6:12-11:48 - Noticing multiple parts
11:49- 26:26 - Gaining trust with one Part
26:27-46:30 - Creating safety and hope for another Part
46:31-47:23 - Next steps for Ashley
47:24-47:46 - Outro

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