The Innovative Therapist

The Innovative Therapist


What is an Internal Family Systems Level 1 Training Like? My personal experience of the first 4 days

March 18, 2024

Episode 113. This week’s episode is all about my first 4 days of my Internal Family Systems Level 1 training! So if you’re curious about what this IFS thing is, what the training is like, if it’s worth the wait and the money, and what I’m learning, this episode is for you!


What to Expect in this episode:


  • My process with finding IFS and the long process of finally getting into a Level 1 training!
  • The roller coaster that took me and on how I felt when I got it, versus how I feel now
  • What the schedule of the training looked like
  • The overall impact for me so far
  • Main takeaways and lessons
  • An example of one of my protector parts and how a 10 minute exercise with a new therapist learning IFS shifted things dramatically for me
  • How you can begin to explore IFS and my recommendations after exploring it for almost 2 years
  • And more!

Other Mentors & Resources Mentioned
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Disclaimer: This blog and podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for individual professional advice or treatment, including medical or mental health advice. It does not constitute a provider-patient relationship.