In this episode, join Bill and Marty as they welcome guest Alison Dyer, a certified IFS practitioner. Alison shares her incredible story of trauma, abuse, and the healing power of imagination. Through candid discussions, learn how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy became her path to reconnecting with her divine self and transforming her life.
About Alison:
As a certified IFS practitioner. My focus is on building relationships in our inner world so that we may have a positive impact on the outside world. I am exploring the idea of connecting with the wisdom of our soul and our humanity. Someone who loves learning and going deep into the world of imagination.
Contact Alison:
Email: alisonmdyer4@gmail.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/dyer8893
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the True You Podcast
00:37 Meet Our Guest: Alison Dyer
02:20 Alison's Journey with IFS and Imagination
03:28 Childhood Trauma and Imagination as a Coping Mechanism
05:16 Struggles with Religion and Self-Identity
08:51 The Role of Imagination in Healing
22:11 Alison's Experiences with Abuse in the Church
28:39 A New Church and Unsettling Encounters
29:27 A Secret Relationship and Its Consequences
30:31 The Turning Point: Reporting the Pastor
31:26 Healing and Rediscovering Faith
32:18 The Role of Imagination in Healing
33:47 The Loving Parent Guidebook
34:49 Reflections on Trauma and Growth
35:27 The Power of 'What If' Questions
41:12 Personal Stories and Divine Connection
45:16 The True Self and Internal Family Systems
49:56 Parts Work Practice and Final Thoughts
Links and Resources:
• Loving Parent Guidebook - https://shop.adultchildren.org/collections/books/products/loving-parent-guidebook
• Contact Marty - mkettelhut@msn.com
• Contact Bill - bill@billtierneycoaching.com
• True You Podcast Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/trueyoupodcast
• Would you like to be a guest on our podcast? Complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/Fre2eEmiNoDPYKmp9
• Internal Family Systems - https://ifs-institute.com/
• Bill Tierney Coaching - https://www.billtierneycoaching.com/
• ‘Listening is the Key', Dr. Kettelhut’s website - https://www.listeningisthekey.com/
• Marty’s new book, ‘Leadership as Relation’ - https://amzn.to/3KKkCZO
• Marty’s earlier book, ‘Listen… Till You Disappear’ - https://amzn.to/3XmoiZd
• Parts Work Practice - Free IFS Practice Group Sessions - https://www.partsworkpractice.com