Internal Family Systems (IFS), Neuroplasticity and Attachment with Dr. Frank Anderson – REPLAY (214)
Sep 12, 2023
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Dr. Frank Anderson delves into Internal Family Systems (IFS), explaining the concept of 'parts' within ourselves and their impact on trauma. He discusses the intersection of neuroscience with therapy, emphasizing the importance of self-healing and addressing attachment wounds. The podcast explores techniques like 'loving curiosity' in therapy, healing traumas with IFS, and the accessibility of trauma healing resources.
Healing trauma involves understanding and befriending internal 'parts' for inner transformation.
Internal Family Systems therapy focuses on identifying protective parts and wounded parts within individuals.
Neuroscience supports rewiring neural networks and memory re - consolidation in the healing process.
Deep dives
Relationships and Healing Wounds
It's not the relationship's responsibility to heal our wounds, but it is our responsibility to look inside and heal them. Relationship can be healing, but healing internally is crucial. Attachment wounding can be healed, emphasizing the importance of healing wounds individually.
Internal Family Systems Explained
Internal Family Systems (IFS) views individuals as containing various parts, either working smoothly or in conflict with each other. The therapy involves identifying protective parts and wounded parts, befriending the protectors, accessing the wounds, and healing through a protocol process.
Healing Components and Neuroscience
Healing trauma and releasing energy involve components like sharing the story, disconfirming past experiences, and transformation. Neuroscience supports rewiring neural networks and memory re - consolidation in the healing process.
Training and Accessing IFS for Therapists and Clients
Interested individuals can access IFS training through the IFS Institute, offering various courses and resources. Clients can find certified IFS therapists through the IFS website. Books like 'IFS Skills Training Manual' and 'Transcending Trauma' provide practical guidance for learning about IFS.
Moving Trauma Healing to the General Public
Efforts are being made to introduce trauma healing concepts to the general public by using terms like 'overwhelming life experience' and exploring resilience. Through social media platforms, courses, and collaborations in the entertainment industry, the aim is to reach a broader audience and spread awareness about trauma healing.
Spreading Awareness and Encouraging Trauma Healing Collective Effort
Encouraging everyone to take part in spreading the message of trauma healing, emphasizing that it's a collective effort. By engaging in experiential workshops, courses, and creating environments for learning and healing, the goal is to make trauma healing more accessible and impactful.
We aren't one thing and getting to know our different parts is an effective technique to deepen healing. These "parts" are metaphorical "little beings" that live in our minds and manifest into physical or emotional reactions from traumatic events. Dr. Frank Anderson has spent decades of his life studying these parts and sharing his findings to help others utilize built-in resources like their "self-energy" to navigate their own traumas. Join us as Sue Marriott and Dr. Anderson weave together psycho-pharmacology, trauma, neuroscience, attachment, and internal family systems. More at www.therapistuncensored.com/episodes
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