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Watercolor profile representing self-awareness and healing in the 4-hour Intro to Internal Family Systems (IFS) course for helping professionals.

4-Hour Live Introductory Course Online
4 CE from NBCC

Internal Family Systems (IFS): A Didactic & Experiential Introduction

In this 4-hour live training, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems (IFS) through lecture, live demonstrations, and guided experiential exercises. Designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals,  or  groups within an organization this introduction offers a clear and engaging foundation in the model’s core principles. Develop clarity around the IFS model’s core principles and how they can deepen your understanding of clients and your own internal experience.​ 

In this course, you will learn:

IFS Foundations
Explore the core concepts of parts, Self, and internal system dynamics.

System Awareness
Learn to identify and understand the roles of different parts—managers, firefighters, and exiles—within an internal system.

Applied Understanding
Begin to recognize Self-energy and how curiosity and compassion support healing, insight, and integration in client work.

Watercolor profile symbolizing self-leadership and emotional healing in the 12-week Intro to Internal Family Systems (IFS) course offering 15 NBCC-approved CE credits for therapists and helping professionals.

12-Week Live Course Online
15 CE from NBCC

Introduction to IFS for Therapists & Helping Professionals

IFS is an evidence-based, transformative and experiential framework for understanding and working with the inner world. Learn the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems in a dynamic and supportive environment designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals who want to become informed in IFS and incorporate its principles into their practice. Whether you’re new to IFS or looking to build a stronger foundation in this model, this course equips you to bring this transformational modality directly into your work.

​In this course, you will learn:

​IFS Foundations
Understand the core concepts and protocols of IFS.

Practical Techniques Learn how to apply IFS protocols and concepts to support clients in resolving inner conflict and fostering personal growth.

Confidence in Practice
Build the skills to integrate IFS into your professional work, with real-world examples and group discussions.

Deeper Dive into IFS an advanced course image symbolizing advanced internal work, offering 18 NBCC-approved CE credits.

Live Online 18-Hour Course 
18 CE from NBCC

Deeper Dive Into IFS
For Therapists & Helping Professionals

Take your understanding of IFS to the next level with this 18-hour live online course. This Deeper Dive is ideal for those who already have a foundational understanding of IFS and want to strengthen their confidence and learn about legacy & cultural burdens, self-like parts, polarizations, direct access, unattached burdens and some of the nuances of the foundational protocols. This course is designed for therapists, coaches, and other helping professionals.

Through live instruction, interactive exercises, and group discussions, you’ll gain practical tools and insights to better serve your clients and elevate your practice.

Watercolor profile symbolizing inner freedom and advanced healing in the 6th F & Unburdening the Exile IFS Workshop for therapists and practitioners.

Live Online Course
9 CE from NBCC

The 6th F & Unburdening the Exile: An IFS Workshop

This experiential course is designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals ready to strengthen their understanding of the unburdening process within the IFS model. You’ll develop the skills to navigate from the 6th F into unburdening, build Self-to-part relationships with exiles, and explore any practitioner parts that may arise during this work—allowing you to access more Self energy in your sessions and support your clients with greater confidence and clarity.

​In this course, you will learn to:

Navigate the Path to Unburdening
Learn how to move from the 6th F into the unburdening process with clarity and confidence.

Work Effectively with Exiles
Build skills to befriend and unburden exiles while differentiating them from protectors.

​Deepen Self-Led Practice
Cultivate clinician Self energy and recognize practitioner parts that may arise during exile work.

View of Ghost Ranch cliffs in New Mexico at sunset, representing reflection and community in the 3-day Intro to Internal Family Systems (IFS) immersive retreat for helping professionals.

A Weekend Long Immersive in Ghost Ranch, New Mexico
18 CE from NBCC

Introduction to IFS for Therapists & Helping Professionals

In this Introduction to IFS Course experience a transformative weekend of learning and connection at the stunning Ghost Ranch in New Mexico. IFS is an evidence-based, transformative and experiential framework for understanding and working with the inner world. Learn the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems in a dynamic and supportive environment designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals who want to become informed in IFS and incorporate its principles into their practice. Whether you’re new to IFS or looking to build a stronger foundation in this model, this course equips you to bring this transformational modality directly into your work. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Ghost Ranch, you'll engage in hands-on learning, guided practice, and meaningful community building in a tranquil and inspiring setting.

Desert tree beside red rock cliffs at Ghost Ranch, New Mexico, symbolizing depth and growth in the 3-day Deeper Dive into Internal Family Systems (IFS) immersive retreat offering 18 NBCC-approved CE credits.

A Weekend Long Immersive in Ghost Ranch, New Mexico
​18 CE from NBCC

Deeper Dive Into IFS
​For Therapists & Helping Professionals

Join us for a weekend-long experience at the beautiful Ghost Ranch in New Mexico. This Deeper Dive is for those with a foundational understanding of IFS who are ready to expand their knowledge and practice. We will explore cultural & legacy burdens, unattached burdens, nuances of the basic protocols, self-like parts, polarizations and direct access. Set amidst the stunning landscapes of Ghost Ranch, we provide the perfect balance of hands-on learning, personal connection, and professional growth.

Small green sprout growing from soil, symbolizing connection and ongoing growth within The Collective — Inner World Collective’s supportive Internal Family Systems (IFS) community.

Ongoing IFS Support for Professionals

Join Our Online
IFS Community

Join our community of therapists, coaches, and practitioners dedicated to expanding their IFS skills. We have both a free and premium membership that provide hands-on learning, expert guidance, and a supportive network to help you grow with confidence.

As a member  you have access to:

Bi-Weekly Drop-In Consult Calls
Monthly Guest Speakers
Supervised Practice & Live IFS Demo Groups
Resources, Mini-Courses & Recorded Demo Library
An Engaged Community

Watercolor profile representing self-awareness and healing in the 4-hour Intro to Internal Family Systems (IFS) course for helping professionals.

Internal Family Systems (IFS):
​A Didactic & Experiential Introduction

4- Hour Live Introductory Course Online (4 CE from NBCC)

In this 4-hour live training, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems (IFS) through lecture, live demonstrations, and guided experiential exercises. Designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals, or groups within an organization this introduction offers a clear and engaging foundation in the model’s core principles. Develop clarity around the IFS model’s core principles and how they can deepen your understanding of clients and your own internal experience. 

In this course, you will learn:

  • IFS Foundations: Explore the core concepts of parts, Self, and internal system dynamics.
  • System Awareness: Learn to identify and understand the roles of different parts—managers, firefighters, and exiles—within an internal system.
  • Applied Understanding: Begin to recognize Self-energy and how curiosity and compassion support healing, insight, and integration in client work.
Watercolor profile symbolizing self-leadership and emotional healing in the 12-week Intro to Internal Family Systems (IFS) course offering 15 NBCC-approved CE credits for therapists and helping professionals.

Introduction to IFS for Therapists & Helping Professionals

12-Week Live Course Online
​(15 CE from NBCC)

IFS is an evidence-based, transformative and experiential framework for understanding and working with the inner world. Learn the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems in a dynamic and supportive environment designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals who want to become informed in IFS and incorporate its principles into their practice. Whether you’re new to IFS or looking to build a stronger foundation in this model, this course equips you to bring this transformational modality directly into your work.

​In this course, you will learn:

  • IFS Foundations: Understand the core concepts and protocols of IFS.
  • Practical Techniques: Learn how to apply IFS protocols and concepts to support clients in resolving inner conflict and fostering personal growth.
  • Confidence in Practice: Build the skills to integrate IFS into your professional work, with real-world examples and group discussions.
Watercolor profile symbolizing inner freedom and advanced healing in the 6th F & Unburdening the Exile IFS Workshop for therapists and practitioners.

The 6th F & Unburdening the Exile: An IFS Workshop

Live Online Course
​(9 CE from NBCC)

This experiential course is designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals ready to strengthen their understanding of the unburdening process within the IFS model. You’ll develop the skills to navigate from the 6th F into unburdening, build Self-to-part relationships with exiles, and explore any practitioner parts that may arise during this work—allowing you to access more Self energy in your sessions and support your clients with greater confidence and clarity.

​In this course, you will learn:

  • Navigate the Path to Unburdening: Learn how to move from the 6th F into the unburdening process with clarity and confidence.
  • Work Effectively with Exiles: Build skills to befriend and unburden exiles while differentiating them from protectors.
  • Deepen Self-Led Practice: Cultivate clinician Self energy and recognize practitioner parts that may arise during exile work.
A planet view from a unique prespective. Deeper Dive into IFS an advanced course image symbolizing advanced internal work, offering 18 NBCC-approved CE credits.

Deeper Dive Into IFS
For Therapists & Helping Professionals

Live Online 18 Hour Course 
(18 CE from NBCC)

Take your understanding of IFS to the next level with this 18-hour live online course. This Deeper Dive is ideal for those who already have a foundational understanding of IFS and want to strengthen their confidence and learn about legacy & cultural burdens, self-like parts, polarizations, direct access, unattached burdens and some of the nuances of the foundational protocols. This course is designed for therapists, coaches, and other helping professionals.

Through live instruction, interactive exercises, and group discussions, you’ll gain practical tools and insights to better serve your clients and elevate your practice.

  • Advanced Applications: Learn how to navigate complex client scenarios using IFS principles.
  • IFS Concepts: Learn about polarizations, self-like parts, UBs, direct access  and many other nuances of IFS
  • Peer and Expert Support: Engage with like-minded professionals and receive guidance from experienced instructors.
View of Ghost Ranch cliffs in New Mexico at sunset, representing reflection and community in the 3-day Intro to Internal Family Systems (IFS) immersive retreat for helping professionals.

Introduction to IFS for Therapists & Helping Professionals

A Weekend Long Immersive in Ghost Ranch, New Mexico
​(18 CE from NBCC)

In this Introduction to IFS Course experience a transformative weekend of learning and connection at the stunning Ghost Ranch in New Mexico. IFS is an evidence-based, transformative and experiential framework for understanding and working with the inner world. Learn the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems in a dynamic and supportive environment designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals who want to become informed in IFS and incorporate its principles into their practice. Whether you’re new to IFS or looking to build a stronger foundation in this model, this course equips you to bring this transformational modality directly into your work. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Ghost Ranch, you'll engage in hands-on learning, guided practice, and meaningful community building in a tranquil and inspiring setting.

​During our in-person experience you will learn:

  • IFS Foundations: Understand the core concepts and protocols of IFS.
  • Practical Techniques: Learn how to apply IFS protocols and concepts to support clients in resolving inner conflict and fostering personal growth.IFS Foundations: Understand the core concepts and protocols of IFS.
  • Confidence in Practice: Build the skills to integrate IFS into your professional work, with real-world examples and group discussions under the beautiful landscape of New Mexico.
Desert tree beside red rock cliffs at Ghost Ranch, New Mexico, symbolizing depth and growth in the 3-day Deeper Dive into Internal Family Systems (IFS) immersive retreat offering 18 NBCC-approved CE credits.

Deeper Dive Into IFS
​For Therapists & Helping Professionals

A Weekend Long Immersive in Ghost Ranch, New Mexico
​(18 CE from NBCC)

Join us for a weekend-long experience at the beautiful Ghost Ranch in New Mexico. This Deeper Dive is for those with a foundational understanding of IFS who are ready to expand their knowledge and practice. We will explore cultural & legacy burdens, unattached burdens, nuances of the basic protocols, self-like parts, polarizations and direct access. Set amidst the stunning landscapes of Ghost Ranch, we provide the perfect balance of hands-on learning, personal connection, and professional growth.

​During our in-person experience you will learn:

  • Advanced Applications: Learn how to navigate complex client scenarios using IFS principles.
  • IFS Concepts: Learn about polarizations, self-like parts, UBs, direct access  and many other nuances of IFS
  • Peer and Expert Support: Engage with like-minded professionals and receive guidance from experienced instructors under the spectacular landscape of New Mexico.
Small green sprout growing from soil, symbolizing connection and ongoing growth within The Collective — Inner World Collective’s supportive Internal Family Systems (IFS) community.

The Collective

Ongoing IFS Support for Professionals

Join our community of therapists, coaches, and practitioners dedicated to expanding their IFS skills. The Collective provides hands-on learning, expert guidance, and a supportive network to help you grow with confidence.

As a member you have access to:

  • Bi-Weekly Consult Calls – Get live guidance and support from experienced IFS practitioners.
  • Monthly Guest Speakers on variety of IFS topics, plus recordings of previous guest speakers.
  • Supervised Practice & Live IFS Demo Groups – Sharpen your skills with real-time demonstrations and peer practice.
  • Resources, Mini-Courses & Recorded Demo Library – Explore key IFS techniques at your own pace with recorded content.
  • Engaged Community – Stay connected with professionals from all over the world and access ongoing learning at your own pace.

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This course is presented by Luna Counseling LLC, with contributions from Making Sense of Inner Conflict, and is offered under the Inner World Collective initiative.

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Collingwood, ON
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