The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) podcast

On today's episode I chat again with my first guest ever, Jim Abrams. Jim is a frequent program assistant at IFS trainings so he is well known by many. Jim emailed me checking in and sharing lessons he is learning, and we wanted to share them with you! Outline: 1. When a problem becomes real. 2. Changing ones experience of the circumstances. 3. Holding and honoring parts who feel sad, grief, worry and joy simultaneously. 4. Sometimes we need someone else. 5. Polarities- Life is hard and life is joyful 6. It is scary to be hopeful. 7. Holding the parts who hold the pain. Here is my favorite quote: "We are not asking the part to be hopeful. We are asking the system to bring comfort and connection to that part so its experience of the circumstance changes." You can email Jim at Jim.abrams.456@gmail.com You can connect with me here: Home - The One Inside-by Tammy Sollenberger I LOVE hearing from you! Enjoy!

On today's podcast I chat with Alessio Rizzo and Robert Fox about having hope when treating and living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Alessio is a fully accredited Gestalt psychotherapist in the UK and a psychotherapy lecturer. He is a Level 3 IFS therapist and has been a PA for Derek Scott on the Stepping Out Program. He is working towards his IFS certification. Rob is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who practices in Woburn, Massachusetts. He is a IFS level 3 trained and Certified and an EMDR Certified Therapist. He presented at the 2018 IFS Conference on the topic of treating OCD with IFS Therapy. He was a guest on the IFS Talks podcast about his own personal challenges with OCD and what helped him.  Listen to the episode here: A Talk with Robert Fox on OCD type Parts | IFS (internalfamilysystems.pt) Here is an outline of this episode- all times are ish: - 11 - Their stories and their passion for OCD -18 - Other tx modalities (ERP is Exposure Response Prevention) - 24- Trauma and suffering as an invisible and consistent occurrence - 26-  Rob's personal story and Alessio's metaphor (Drop of water on a hard rock) - 35- Frederick Penzel OCD workbook. - 37- Recognizing patterns for OCD: repressed anger, a lot of shame, no witnessing adult, shame about OCD. *OCD parts need to be a powerful enough distraction to keep you away from intense shame 39- Their upcoming workshop (link below- November 27, 2021) 45- Lack of availability of OCD therapists and treatment, Stigma of OCD 51- HOPE -- To sign up for the OCD workshop: IFS & Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - Sistemas de la Familia Interna (institutoifs.com) To connect with Alessio: Therapy with Alessio To connect with Robert: Home: Family Therapy | Couples Therapy | Woburn, MA 01801 (jobstresssolutions.com) To connect with me: Home - The One Inside-by Tammy Sollenberger Enjoy!

On today's episode I chat with David Mederios, Level Two trained IFS therapist. David has been a program assistant for multiple level one and level two trainings. He has presented at several annual IFS conferences. He spent a year working with Dr. Richard Schwartz and co-presented their experience treating someone diagnosed with Schizophrenia at an annual IFS Conference. David collaborated on the production of Good Grief, which toured nationally. David and I have a lot of a laughs throughout this '101' episode. Here is a bit of an outline: How we met and importance of Dance Parties His presentation and experience with his patient with Schizophrenia Drumming Lessons: asking for help and life lessons  His book. Civility and Responsibility. Working with Families struggling in Domestic Violence His goal in writing his book- especially in light of the 2020 election, Capital Riots, and Covid. The Foundation for Self Leadership Web series- He is co-leading the first one. STARTS 9/3/21 I tell a little bit about my upcoming book, "The One Inside: 30 Days to Your Authentic Self." He plays the drums for us to close us out. This is a 'funky' episode! -------- To find out more about the upcoming web series with the foundation: https://foundationifs.org/bridge To read a Great article about IFS where David is interviewed: https://elemental.medium.com/inside-the-revolutionary-treatment-that-could-change-psychotherapy-forever-8be035d54770 To see a little bit about Good Grief (there performance was unforgettable!): Good Grief Performances in Boston | IFS Institute (ifs-institute.com) David's website: http://www.davidmedeiroslicsw.com/ Connect with me and get a free parts meditation: https://tammysollenberger.com/ Enjoy!  

Listen to an engaging conversation with Richard Schwartz, creator of Internal Family Systems model. They discuss personal experiences, share insights on growth opportunities, work-life balance, and comforting internal parts. Get a demo of the model and learn about his new book 'No Bad Parts'.

Frank Anderson, author of 'Transcending Trauma,' discusses authenticity, love, and healing in the context of trauma. They explore family dynamics, the power of love to heal, and the importance of genuine connections. The podcast emphasizes inner work for authentic connections and overcoming past experiences.

Norma Stevens, LCPC, discusses the integration of IFS therapy and psychedelics, emphasizing safety, healing potential, concerns like addiction and psychosis, and the importance of integration. She shares her passion for this Sacred Work and the transformative power of combining IFS and psychedelics.

In this engaging conversation, Gabby Bernstein, a New York Times bestselling author known for her work on spirituality, shares her journey of transformation using Internal Family Systems (IFS). They discuss the vital role of community in personal growth and how embracing our inner parts can facilitate healing. Gabby emphasizes the significance of consistency in spiritual practices and touches on overcoming blocks to happiness. The duo also reflects on authenticity in relationships, offering insights that inspire self-discovery and foster deeper connections.

On today's episode I chat with Liz Phillips. Liz comes to couples therapy after four decades of observing and experiencing couple disconnection, and one decade training in couples work to ensure she could be of service. She completed her Level 1 in IFS and Level 2 in IFIO and now runs IFIO-informed workshops to introduce the model to other couples therapists. IFIO stands for Intimacy from the Inside out, and it is the 'couples division' of IFS. Currently based in Toronto, Liz is a self proclaimed coffee snob, a committed IFIO advocate, and a lover of rescue dogs. Liz sent me a book in the mail after we recorded this podcast so she is my new best friend. I feel seen. We talk about: Emotional Focused Therapy Neurobiology Attachment Parts in relationship You turns (Liz gives detailed explanation- so good.) Finding My Soul's Home (in IFIO and IFS) --- Liz shares her own personal story of searching and finding her soul's home, and she is vulnerable about her parts and her relationships. To find out more about Liz and her upcoming workshops go to: Liz Phillips Therapy To listen to my friends Naomi Rather and Deb Curtis' podcast that is ALL about EFT go to: That Relationship Show To get on my email list to get a free meditation (coming soon) and to keep in touch go to: Home - The One Inside-by Tammy Sollenberger Connect with me @ifs.tammy on Instagram, Clubhouse and Twitter and on The One Inside Facebook page. I will see you there. Enjoy!

On today's episode I chat with Leslie Petruk, Assistant trainer with the IFS Institute. Leslie is a parenting EXPERT and I am thrilled she took time out of her busy schedule to hang out. This is Leslie's third time as a guest on the podcast and all my parenting parts are thrilled to have her on again. Even though this is titled "mom guilt" this episode is for any parental/adult figure who is raising little ones. We talk about: - I am Bad. -Ways shame shows up in moms - Importance of Repair (and learning to apologize well) - "Not what you did but what you do after." - Kids and Covid - Kids and Technology -You turn as a parent - Setting up intentions - The work-life balance myth - What are managers need from us and importance of perspective - You can't afford to NOT do self care - Working from home - Importance of judgment free community and having a tribe - Kids have good intuition and bad interpretation (Mommy is crying ... I must have done something wrong). ------ Find out more about Leslie here: Home - The Stone Center – Charlotte, NCThe Stone Center – Charlotte, NC (thestonecenternc.com) Leslie H. Petruk | MA, LPC-S, NCC, BCC (selfleadership.org) ---- I would love to hear from you- follow me on Instagram and Facebook to find out when I am going to be hosting rooms on Clubhouse! I am @ifs.tammy on Instagram, Twitter and Clubhouse. Join The One Inside Facebook Community to keep in touch. You can find the past episodes at Home - The One Inside-by Tammy Sollenberger. Enjoy!

On today's episode I chat with Justin Martin, an IFS therapist who lives in FL where he enjoys avoiding Disneyworld, taking advantage of the abundance of palm trees, and writing incredible poetry. Justin has been IFS informed for a few years and is finishing his level one IFS training.  We talk about all things MEN. I so appreciate Justin's openness and vulnerability during our conversation. We cover: - Men's competitive parts - Messages men get throughout their life and the need to exile vulnerable parts to fit in with the system around them - Dating - 'Nice Guys' - The term 'Toxic Masculinity' - Authenticity and Attachment  We end with Justin sharing several of his writings that are vulnerable and intimate. ------- Check out Justin's website here: IFS Therapist in Winter Park, FL | Parts of Me Therapy Follow Justin on Instagram @partsofmetherapy As always, I'd love to connect with you @ifs.tammy on Instagram, Twitter, and Clubhouse. And, on The One Inside Facebook Page. You can find past episodes and keep in touch with me at Home - The One Inside-by Tammy Sollenberger I love hearing from you! Enjoy!