Internal Family Systems And Trauma Explained

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In this video I explain Internal Family Systems (IFS) and trauma. IFS is an evidence-based model of psychotherapy and the premise behind this model is that your mind is made up of different parts called managers, firefighters and exiles. In this video I explain the different parts of the personality plus the IFS concepts of polarisations, burdens and the container theory of the Self.

🔵 CHAPTERS

0:00 IFS and multiplicity
0:42 Manager parts
1:18 Burdens (introduction)
1:42 Firefighter parts
2:08 How burdens develop
2:31 No bad parts
2:49 Exiled parts
3:21 Parts and fear
4:12 Polarization
5:03 The Self
6:00 The Container Theory of the Self

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🔵 INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (IFS) EXPLAINED

Managers are protective parts that control the outside world to keep you safe. They are vigilant in trying to prevent you from being triggered and flooded with emotion. Manager parts are typically critical, controlling, evaluating, plan in advance and apply clear strategies so bad things don’t happen.

Firefighters are also protective parts but they are very different from managers. Managers are very strategic and controlling but firefighters react automatically and powerfully without concern for consequences. Firefighters come out when there is an emergency and they try to put out the flames of emotion in whatever way they can. For some people this is eating, for someone else it may be alcohol, drugs, promiscuity or even suicide. Firefighters will resort to desperate measures with little regard to the damage to your health and your relationships. The primary aim of firefighters is to block feelings in whatever way they possibly can.

Exiles are the most sensitive part of your inner system.They are usually younger parts, parts that someone has hurt, shamed, betrayed or rejected. Exiles are your injured parts that are frozen in time, they hold traumatic memories, body sensations and emotions.

A concept at the core of IFS theory is the Self. This is present from birth and it is not actually considered a part as its something we are born with, this makes the Self a great inner leader. The self is characterised by the 8 c’s: compassion, curiosity, clarity, creativity, calm, confidence, courage, and connectedness. One of the aims of IFS is self-leadership, so rather than being controlled by your exiles, managers or fighter fighters, your Self is in charge. The Self can care for vulnerable parts and also lead discussions between parts. Under self-leadership parts will generally cooperate with each other but if there is a conflict the self will be there to mediate between the different parts.

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🔵 ABOUT TERESA LEWIS

Teresa Lewis is the founder and Director of Lewis Psychology and a Senior Accredited psychotherapist with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Snr. Accred). Qualified in 1995, Teresa has been providing counselling and psychotherapy treatment for nearly 30 years. Teresa holds a masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy and is a qualified EMDR Practitioner having completed training accredited with EMDR Europe. Teresa is also a qualified adult educator and an accredited Mindfulness teacher As a recognised expert in her field Teresa is frequently asked to conduct editorial reviews and endorse counselling and psychotherapy books for international publishing houses.

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This makes so much sense. I love how you don’t emphasize blame and being a victim, rather the focus is on hopefulness and practical steps to self improvement.

pamcornelius
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Dear Lewis, I met your youtube channel today. I have watched three videos on IFS. I am a psychotherapist living in Turkey. I am also a well known author and medical doctor. Your narration is clear and simple... Your visuals and graphics are the product of a special labor... More than professional help, I want you to know that you are doing me and my clients a special favor. I thank you very much and send my regards.

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I am basically Sam in this story and that kid completely freaked me out like he was staring into my soul and looking directly at my exiles like he was one of them. I literally had to cover him up while I listened. I'm pretty sure he's going to show up in my nightmares. Thank you for the charts though. That is very helpful.

danielbreach
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What an amazing job! One of the most professional YouTube channel for psychological issues!

sappho
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This is so excellent! I've watched your three videos on IFS and would love to watch more! Thank you for all you do to help others heal 🥰

dianehill
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Your Videos are great. You speak Clearly, do not um or err, your diagrams are clear and simple and help so much. You make what can be complex for a begiiner easier to understand.

Many Thanks 👍👍👍👍👍

StewartCoad
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Sending love and blessings to all hearts. Thank you for this wonderful video❤❤❤❤❤❤

starprice
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This is spot on. I cannot explain how i feel to my doctor but this is exactly what i need to explain to him.

bumblelina
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First time here. My counselor told me today about IFS, and I'm doing my research too see if it will help me get unstuck.

Thanks for your videos. I can't wait to dive in.

spacegirl
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IFS has helped me so much! Thank you for a beautiful explanation ❤🎉😊

shannonstone
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Nice vid, thank you. The world needs more IFS!

LiveIFS
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Excellent and very helpful. Likely the best video I have seen to describe the parts. Thank you!

kelseyloushin
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Just found your channel. Your videos are a step above others I have seen. Thank you!

catherinewilson
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Many of parts enjoyed listening to your explanation, Teresa

diradeb
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Wow! Phenomenal video and explanation. Thank you and well done!

nataliesazatornil
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Its interesting, you can see these roles being played out in people with DID. Its all a resuls of trauma. But eventually the need to merge to heal all the way.

ericwalters
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This is an incredible video thanks so much it makes sense for me as I can relate to sams experience of trauma.

AsianDHD
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Thank you so much, that's a fantastic video and it makes so much sense!

ryarya
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omg this 😢 was really helpful ty! finally a bigger picture explanation ! w that picture chart! ty cuz im very logical and prepper. also visually impaired. Asian xd

seeexy
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Do burdens=negative core beliefs?

Thank you so much for your videos, they are so helpful.

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