Embracing Change: A 6-Week Journey for Women Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
Welcome to our transformative six-week therapy group, rooted in the empowering principles of the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and mindfulness meditation. This group is designed specifically for women navigating the complexities of grief, relationship changes, and career challenges.
Led by an experienced therapist, this group provides a safe and supportive space for participants to explore their emotions, deepen their understanding of themselves, and cultivate resilience in the face of multifaceted life transitions. Whether you're grappling with the loss of a loved one, experiencing difficulties in your relationships, facing occupational stresses, or navigating significant changes in your career path, this program offers a holistic approach to healing that honors each individual's unique journey.
Your healing is about you. It doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s journey
Through guided exercises, group discussions, and compassionate exploration, we aim to foster healing, growth, and connection within a community of understanding peers. Join us as we embark on a journey of mindful self-discovery and transformation, finding strength and solace together in the midst of life's challenges.
Week 1: Getting to Know Your Inner Family
Introduction to the IFS model
Understanding the concept of "parts" and "Self"
Manager, Firefighter, Exile
Guided meditation: Meeting your inner family members
Group discussion and sharing: Identifying primary parts and their roles in managing life changes
Week 2: Exploring Parts and Their Roles
Deepening understanding of different parts (managers, firefighters, exiles)
Group exercise: Mapping out your inner family system
Guided visualization: Connecting with parts related to current life changes
Journaling activity: Exploring the origins and purposes of dominant parts
Week 3: Nurturing Self-Compassion
Introduction to the concept of Self-compassion within the IFS framework
Group discussion: Recognizing self-criticism and cultivating self-compassion
Mindfulness practice: Loving-kindness meditation for self
Group sharing: Challenges and breakthroughs in practicing self-compassion
Week 4: Healing Exiled Parts
Understanding the role of exiled parts and their impact on life changes
Group activity: Inner dialogue with exiled parts
Guided visualization: Creating a safe inner sanctuary for exiled parts
Art therapy exercise: Expressing emotions associated with exiled parts through art
Week 5: Integrating Parts and Self
Exploring the process of unburdening and integrating parts
Group discussion: Recognizing and challenging inner conflicts
Role-playing exercise: Negotiating conflicts between parts
Journaling activity: Reflecting on the integration process and its impact on managing life changes
Week 6: Embracing Transformation
Celebrating progress and insights gained throughout the program
Group sharing: Expressing gratitude and support for one another's journeys
Closing ceremony: Setting intentions for embracing ongoing transformation beyond the program
Resources and support networks: Providing resources for continued personal growth and integration post-program
"Embracing Change" offers a holistic and empowering approach to navigating life changes using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. Through self-exploration, self-compassion, and integration of inner parts, women are supported in embracing transformation and moving forward with resilience and authenticity.
The rate for this group is $80 per 60-minute group session. The group meets every Friday at 5:00 pm. If you’d like to use insurance for this group, please send your insurance information.
Feel free to reach out for a 20-minute phone consultation.
Email: kellyalbrecht.therapy@gmail.com
Phone #: (213) 437-3420