The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW S5 E1 - Nicole in the Hot Seat - IFS Session LIVE with Phil De La Haye
Sep 5, 2025
Phil De La Haye, a certified IFS therapist, shares insights on how stress and trauma affect our nervous system and overall health. The discussion highlights Internal Family Systems therapy, emphasizing the need to connect with our inner voices, especially the vulnerable inner child. The importance of self-compassion and emotional acknowledgment is explored, showcasing how recognizing our internal dynamics can lead to profound healing. Tune in to discover the dance of self-expression and the journey toward authentic connection with oneself!
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Parts Have Roles Not Labels
- Internal Family Systems treats inner voices as distinct parts with roles rather than pathologies.
- Phil De La Haye says acknowledging these parts reveals how they protect and serve our system.
Name Parts To Reduce Their Hold
- Notice and name parts that show up before or during a session to reduce their control.
- Phil De La Haye models saying aloud which parts are nervous or excited to build awareness.
Performer Part Lives In The Solar Plexus
- Nicole locates her performative part in her solar plexus and describes it as young and vigilant.
- She feels warmth and protective compassion toward that monitoring part once it is acknowledged.