FAQ: Who can benefit from coaching?
I believe the Internal Family Systems model has something to offer pretty much every human being, and I think coaching can be the simplest, most direct way to put IFS to work in your own life. But it’s not for everybody in every situation. Here are the pros and cons.
Reasons to choose Internal Family Systems coaching
- Healing outside the mental health system. If traditional therapy hasn’t worked well for you, or if the mental health system isn’t safe or welcoming, coaching might provide a better route to growth and healing. Here are some of the differences between IFS coaching and traditional therapy.
- Focused commitment to personal growth. If you’ve got specific goals for your own personal growth, IFS coaching provides partnership and support, consistent accountability, and practical tips — all in an efficient three-month timeframe. Here’s how it works, from start to finish.
- Support through transitions and challenges. If you’re going through a hard time or a period of change, IFS coaching can help you find the internal clarity and courage you need to make it through this time in your life. Here are some kinds of folks I like working with the most.
Reasons to look for other kinds of support
- If you’re in crisis right now, you need someone to talk to right away. Here are some free, confidential hotlines.
- If you need help managing the symptoms of a specific mental health diagnosis, a clinical mental-health provider is the person you’re looking for. Here are two places to start looking for one.
- If you need to pay for support using private insurance, Medicaid or Medicare, you’ll need to find a therapist who takes your insurance. This page has some advice for doing that.