Internal Family Systems and Psychedelic Therapy
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) is an integrative approach to psychotherapy that helps clients recognize and balance parts of the Self. Learn the IFS theory, principles, techniques, flow of the model, and how it can be applied to psychedelic therapy.
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The course Internal Family Systems and Psychedelic Therapy offers an in-depth exploration into integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy with psychedelic-assisted treatment modalities. Designed for mental health professionals, psychedelic guides, students, and those keen on understanding the complexities of the human psyche, the course delves into the origins, core principles, and techniques of IFS. It also focuses on the rationale and challenges of combining IFS with psychedelic therapies.
Participants will learn to apply IFS techniques in clinical settings and psychedelic integration work, broadening their therapeutic toolkit. The curriculum is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of the IFS model, including its major components such as parts, burdens, and the Self. It also covers the process and challenges involved in psychedelic-assisted IFS therapy. The course is self-paced, blends video lectures and reading assignments, and includes a discussion forum for interactive learning. Optional continuing education credits are available for licensed professionals.
Who is this for?
Mental health professionals, psychedelic guides, students, and others interested in understanding IFS and psychedelic therapy
About the Provider
Psychedelic Support is an online education and therapeutic platform offering accredited continuing education, online courses, and a vetted directory of licensed healthcare providers and community groups focused on psychedelic integration, harm reduction, and clinical referrals. It was founded in March 2018 to advance legal psychedelic-assisted therapies and professional training. ([psychedelic.support](https://psychedelic.support/our-story/))
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- SkillsIFS theorypsychedelic integrationclinical applicationemotional understandingcognitive insighttherapeutic techniquesethical considerationsHarm ReductionIntegrationFacilitationPsychotherapyKetamine-Assisted TherapyPsilocybin TherapyMDMA-Assisted Therapy
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