12 Week Internal Family Systems Therapy Group

A Different Way of Understanding Yourself

Many people come to therapy with insight into their patterns. They understand their history. They know what triggers them. They may even have good coping skills. And yet something still feels stuck.

There can be an inner tension. A part that wants closeness and another that pulls away. A part that strives and another that feels exhausted. A part that is confident and another that carries deep self doubt.

Internal Family Systems therapy offers a compassionate and powerful way to work with these inner conflicts rather than fighting them. 

This 12 week group is an invitation to slow down, turn inward, and begin building a new relationship with yourself in the presence of a safe and supportive community.

You are not broken. You are made up of different parts, each of which developed for a reason. 

What Is Internal Family Systems

Internal Family Systems, often called IFS, is an evidence based and trauma informed model of psychotherapy developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz. It is grounded in a simple but transformative idea that we all have different parts within us.

Some parts protect us from pain.

Some parts carry old wounds.

Some parts push us to achieve and perform.

Some parts react quickly when we feel threatened or rejected.

At the core of who you are is something deeper. In IFS this is called the Self. The Self is calm, curious, compassionate, clear, and capable of leading your inner system with wisdom rather than fear.

In this group you will learn how to identify your parts, understand their roles, and relate to them with curiosity instead of criticism. Over time, this creates more internal harmony and less emotional reactivity. 

Why Do This Work in a Group 

Individual therapy is powerful. Group therapy offers something additional that cannot be replicated one to one.

When we do this work in community, isolation begins to soften. Hearing others speak honestly about their inner struggles often reduces shame and creates a sense of shared humanity.

Group also provides a unique opportunity to notice your parts in real time. You may see a part that compares, withdraws, performs, or protects. With guidance, you can practice responding from Self energy instead of from automatic patterns.

There is something deeply regulating about being in a room where compassion, curiosity, and vulnerability are welcomed. Over time, the group itself becomes a steady and supportive container for growth.

Who This Group May Be For 

This group may be a good fit if you notice recurring emotional or relational patterns that feel difficult to change. It may be helpful if you struggle with anxiety, self criticism, shame, or internal conflict. Many participants describe a sense of being divided inside, such as part of me wants this and part of me is afraid.

You do not need to have prior experience with IFS. What is most important is a willingness to reflect, to participate respectfully, and to commit to the process.

Participants should be emotionally stable enough to engage in group work and prepared to attend consistently for the full 12 weeks. 

What You Can Expect

This is a structured psychotherapy group facilitated by a registered psychologist trained in Internal Family Systems.

Each session will include teaching about core IFS concepts, guided experiential exercises, opportunities for reflection, and space for voluntary sharing. The emphasis is on direct experience rather than only talking about problems.

Over the 12 weeks you will begin to map your internal system of parts. You will learn to recognize protective strategies, soften self judgment, and access more Self leadership. Many people find that as they develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves, their relationships with others begin to shift as well.

Confidentiality and psychological safety are essential. Clear group agreements will be established at the beginning, and care will be taken to create an atmosphere of respect and steadiness.

Common Outcomes

Participants often report increased emotional regulation and a reduction in harsh self criticism. Many experience a greater sense of calm and clarity when making decisions. Others notice improved boundaries, deeper connection in relationships, and a stronger sense of internal cohesion.

IFS does not aim to eliminate parts of you. Instead, it helps you understand and integrate them. Over time, many people describe feeling more whole and less internally divided.

Commitment

This is a closed group that meets weekly for 12 consecutive sessions, approximately two hours per session, in person at Edgar Psychological. 

Because the group builds on itself, consistent attendance is important. Your presence contributes to the safety and stability of the group as a whole. 

Taking the Next Step

Participation begins with an initial screening conversation to ensure the group is a good fit. If you are curious about exploring this work or would like to learn more about upcoming start dates, please contact Edgar Psychological to arrange a consultation.

You do not have to navigate your inner world alone. This group offers a steady, compassionate space to deepen self understanding and move toward greater internal harmony.

How do I sign up?

Call or text us at 780-860-7338 to learn more about this group, and when it is next running.