Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Demonstration with “Rachel” | John Clarke Therapy

In this episode of "Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out," I guide Rachel through a real #ifs therapy session where we have 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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Therapy Session Chapters:
00:00-3:14 Preview & Intro
3:15-5:40 Session start & Rachel’s background
5:41- 8:40 Connecting with parts
8:41-11:19 Exploring the source of fear
11:20-26:08 Being present with the younger self
26:09-32:10 Offering love and understanding to protectors
32:11-37:10 The source of protectors’ concerns
37:11-40:52 Bringing the younger part to the present
40:53-51:49 The younger self’s healing and integration
51:50-52:35 Next steps for Rachel

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