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Introduction to Internal Family Systems

A Revolutionary Therapy for Wholeness & Healing
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Introduction to Internal Family Systems by Richard Schwartz explores the Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapeutic model, which views the mind as a system of distinct parts, each with its own characteristics and roles. The book delves into how understanding and harmonising these internal parts can lead to emotional healing and improved mental well-being. Schwartz provides readers with practical insights and guidance to help facilitate personal growth and self-compassion.
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The must-have introduction to the IFS therapy model to help understand how your mind works.

Incredible Jonathan Van Ness
Groundbreaking Gabor Mate
Paradigm-shifting Stephen Porges

We're all familiar with self-talk, self-doubt, self-judgement - and yet many of us still believe we have one uniform mind.

Dr Richard Schwartz's breakthrough model of therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), revealed that our minds are made up of distinct parts that form our 'internal family', from Protectors and Exiles to Managers and Firefighters.

Introduction to Internal Family Systems is the practical guide you need to understand how your mind works and uncover the life-changing power of IFS. Learn how to restore wholeness with the 8 Cs of 'Self' - confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, courage, curiosity, compassion and connectedness - and unburden your mind with the compassionate and courageous within yourself.

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Introduction to Internal Family Systems by Richard Schwartz has received praise as a transformative and innovative work. Esteemed figures like Stephen Porges and Gabor Maté describe it as paradigm-shifting and groundbreaking, while others, including Dr Lissa Rankin and Rangan Chatterjee, consider it a total game changer and life-changing. Jonathan Van Ness simply sums it up as incredible.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781785045134

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vermilion

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 165g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Richard C. Schwartz is a systemic family therapist and creator of the revolutionary Internal Family Systems (IFS) model of therapy. He is currently in the faculty at Harvard Medical School and is the author of No Bad Parts, Introduction to Internal Family Systems and You Are the One You've Been Waiting For.

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