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The Internal Family Systems model expands John Bowlby’s concept of the 'internal working model.' Through the lens of IFS, the understanding of the inner experiences and behaviors of children with attachment and other traumatic woundedness is expanded. The therapist likewise can gain insight into how to arrive at the attunement which is key to therapeutic presence and healing.
In this workshop, we will illustrate the key features of IFS in light of how children form defensive strategies to manage deep hurts in attachment, with case examples. We will explore the phenomenon of internal attachment of Self with parts. We will also highlight the role of the therapist, in maintaining therapeutic presence and insights into how IFS informs the healing process.
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