Amanda Steed, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in spiritual trauma, shares her insights on Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. She breaks down the roles of inner critics and inner children, revealing how understanding these parts can lead to healing. Amanda discusses the integration of IFS with EMDR therapy, showcasing its effectiveness in trauma recovery. Her lighthearted approach highlights the importance of self-awareness and compassion in personal growth, making complex emotional topics accessible and relatable.
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Amanda's Path to Therapy
Amanda Steed's career path to therapy wasn't straightforward.
It involved various roles with kids, programming, and a pivotal break during which she started personal therapy and Enneagram coaching.
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Type 8 Strengths in Therapy
Enneagram Type 8s possess strengths in therapy, like handling discomfort.
Their ability to remain objective, especially regarding client emotions, proves beneficial.
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Prioritizing Trauma Healing
While solution-focused therapy has its place, Amanda emphasizes healing trauma first.
Surface-level solutions may bypass deeper emotional pain hindering long-term progress.
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Internal Family Systems Therapy
supervision and consultation
Emma Redfern
This book delves into the application of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy within the context of supervision and consultation. It provides a comprehensive framework for supervisors and consultants to effectively guide and support therapists in their use of IFS. The book explores various aspects of IFS supervision, including parts work, self-leadership, and the therapeutic relationship, offering practical strategies and techniques for addressing common challenges. It emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for supervisees to explore their own experiences and develop their skills in IFS. The book also highlights the unique contributions of IFS to supervision, such as the focus on parts and the emphasis on self-compassion. It is a valuable resource for both experienced and novice IFS supervisors and consultants.
Good Inside
A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be
Becky Kennedy
In 'Good Inside,' Dr. Becky Kennedy shares her parenting philosophy, which focuses on building strong relationships with children rather than merely shaping their behavior. The book critiques traditional parenting methods like reward charts and time-outs, which fail to address children's complex emotional needs. Dr. Kennedy provides actionable strategies and troubleshooting for various parenting challenges, such as sibling rivalry, separation anxiety, and tantrums. Her approach helps parents move from uncertainty and self-blame to confidence and sturdy leadership, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding in parenting.
No Bad Parts
Richard Schwartz
On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Amanda Steed. Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving Texas, Colorado, and Washington through her private practice - Unfolding Collective - Therapy & Consulting. With a mission to facilitate healing and wholeness, Amanda believes in the power of establishing trusting relationships as the cornerstone of therapy.
Her therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-informed care and attachment-focused techniques. Amanda has completed Level One IFS training, is EMDR-certified and an EMDR consultant in training. She trusts these evidence-based modalities to guide her clients through core wound healing, creating new pathways in the brain, and empowering them to regain a fulfilling life. She specializes in working with spiritual trauma, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and codependency.
While Amanda takes her work very seriously, she does not take herself seriously and enjoys being silly as often as possible.
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