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A Therapist's Journey and Integration of Internal Family Systems Therapy
The chapter explores Derek's journey from his struggles as a gay teenager in the '70s to becoming a therapist, focusing on his involvement in the AIDS community and transition to Gestalt therapy. It further delves into his discovery of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, sharing experiences of skepticism, challenges in integrating IFS with other modalities, and specializing in grief and loss work. The chapter also discusses the emotional process of grieving, incorporating IFS with attachment and loss, and the transformative power of self-led grieving in therapeutic sessions.