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IFS - Internal Family Systems

Peter Cellarius - Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychotherapy

Discover the Power of Your Internal Family

Embark on a transformative journey with Peter Cellarius, a Level 3 Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist.

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About Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a groundbreaking, evidence-based model of psychotherapy that offers an intuitive and empowering method to understand human complexities.

How Can IFS Benefit You?

Self-Awareness: Dive deep into understanding the distinct personalities within you.

Conflict Resolution: Harmonize internal conflicts affecting your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Emotional Healing: Compassionately address and heal past traumas and wounds.

Empowerment: Reinforce your core Self to lead and guide your internal family.

How Does IFS Work?

The Multiplicity of Mind

IFS believes that our minds consist of distinct “parts,” much like characters in a story, each having its own motivations, feelings, and memories.

Protectors and Exiles

Within the IFS model, there are two primary types of parts:
  • Protectors: These are like our bodyguards. They take on roles to shield us from harm, manage our responses to the world, and often appear as behaviours meant to control or divert attention from pain.
  • Exiles: These parts are deeply wounded or traumatised. They hold memories of past pain and are often kept “exiled” or hidden away by the protectors to spare us the discomfort they carry.
  • The Self At the heart of IFS is the concept of the Self – an innate, undamaged core possessing wisdom, compassion, and clarity. IFS supports individuals in accessing this Self to lead their internal family of parts.
  • Healing Trauma IFS provides a nurturing framework for engaging with and healing past trauma. It does so by enabling a connection with and understanding of the parts (especially the exiles) that carry those painful experiences.
  • Collaboration The goal of IFS is to foster a harmonious relationship between the Self and the various parts. This process enhances self-awareness, nurtures inner harmony, and paves the way for deep healing.

Meet Peter Cellarius

With extensive experience in psychotherapy, Peter’s mission is to help individuals discover, understand, and integrate their internal family members. As a focused IFS practitioner, Peter has had the privilege of witnessing the transformative power of IFS for countless clients.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Typically, each session runs for 50 minutes.

IFS has aided many, but it’s best to have an initial consultation to determine its suitability for you.

Yes, Peter Cellarius offers both in-person and virtual sessions.

The number varies based on individual needs. Some find progress within a few sessions, while others may engage longer.

Absolutely. IFS can enhance other therapeutic approaches, optimizing the healing process.

The inaugural session is exploratory. Peter will familiarize himself with your history and your reasons for therapy, laying the groundwork for future IFS sessions.