IFS (Internal Family Systems)
A Fresh Approach to Feeling Stuck
Most people I work with have already done some self-reflection. They’ve read the books, tried to talk themselves out of certain patterns, and have often done some therapy before. And while they may have made progress in some areas, certain patterns or feelings continue to show up. That’s where IFS comes in.
You might think of these as different "parts" of you: the part that feels anxious before a meeting, the part that says yes when you mean no, the part that pushes you to achieve more—even when you're exhausted. Or the part that wants to leave a relationship that no longer feels healthy, while another part clings to hope, loyalty, or fear of being alone.
These parts can hold strong, conflicting beliefs or emotions—and often, they’re trying to protect something deeply important to you, even if their strategies are no longer helpful. Sound familiar? Most of us talk this way without even realising it.
IFS works with these parts—not to get rid of them, but to understand what they’re trying to protect you from. And when those protective patterns are understood and respected, change tends to come more naturally.
It’s not about endlessly talking something through. It’s about creating change you can feel—in your body and in your day-to-day life.
What makes IFS different is that it doesn’t treat you like a problem to be fixed. It trusts that you already have what you need inside—you might just need a little help accessing it.
IFS is used by trauma specialists, first responders, and people from all walks of life—including professionals, parents, and those who are outwardly coping but inwardly carrying a lot.
It’s a gentle, yet deeply effective approach that helps you feel more aligned, less reactive, and more connected to who you really are.
For more information on IFS, click here.


EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
EMDR is a structured and powerful therapy designed to help people recover from distressing experiences—whether recent or from long ago. It’s best known for treating trauma, but it’s also effective for anxiety, phobias, low self-worth, and more.
EMDR works by helping the brain reprocess stuck or unhelpful memories. This happens through a process of guided recall while using gentle bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping). Over time, the memories lose their emotional intensity, and you gain a new sense of clarity, calm, and perspective.
Both IFS and EMDR are collaborative, client-centred therapies—you’re always in the lead, and we move at a pace that feels safe for you. If you’re curious about how these approaches might support your journey, you’re welcome to get in touch or bring questions to your first session.
For more information on EMDR, click here.