Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS): Experiential Parts Work and Clinical Application
Delivery Mode
Live Online
Date
February 5, 2027
Details
- Time: 11:00 - 4:30 pm ET/ 8:00 - 1:30 pm PT (with breaks)
- Length: 5.5 Hours
- Continuing Education Credits (CE): 4
- Discounts: AU Students & Alumni: Enter code AU30 at checkout for 30% off
Description
This workshop introduces Internal Family Systems (IFS) as both an experiential and clinically applicable framework for understanding and working with the human psyche.
Grounded in the core principles of the IFS Institute model, participants will learn how the mind naturally organizes into parts, how Self-energy functions as an internal leader, and how protective and vulnerable parts interact within an internal system.
The training is designed to bridge conceptual understanding with lived experience. Participants will engage in a guided parts-mapping process to explore their own internal system, followed by structured instruction on how to apply IFS-informed interventions in clinical practice.
This course emphasizes accessibility, relational presence, and practical integration, allowing clinicians to embody the work rather than solely understand it intellectually. The material is relevant for both those new to IFS and practitioners seeking to deepen their experiential and clinical application of the model.
Learning Goals
- Participants will be able to identify and describe at least three core components of the IFS model, including parts, Self-energy, and protective roles.
- Participants will be able to construct a basic parts map of their own internal system, identifying at least two protective parts and one vulnerable part.
- Participants will be able to differentiate between Self-led presence and parts-led reactivity in clinical interactions.
- Participants will be able to demonstrate at least two IFS-informed interventions for working with protective parts in a clinical setting.
Instructor
Joseph Bielling
LPCA, Certified Level 3 IFS Therapist
Trauma-informed therapist & educator integrating IFS, somatics, and Self-leadership IFS Level 3 • LPC-Associate • Author
As a Certified Level 3 Internal Family Systems (IFS) Practitioner and Licensed Professional Counseling Associate, my passion lies in empowering individuals to understand the intricacies of their minds, unlocking their full potential. My journey has been profoundly shaped by the transformative power of combining psychedelics and IFS, healing deep trauma where traditional therapy often falls short. Since 2007, I have been an entrepreneur dedicated to wellness and mental health. I own a wellness center and a coaching business, and I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My career has been defined by creating cooperative opportunities, assisting wellness practitioners in running their businesses, and helping individuals heal from past wounds. My mission is to help people understand how their minds actually work so they can reach their potential with confidence, courage, and compassion. My dedication to personal growth and the IFS therapy model began in 2016. This approach has had a profound impact on my life, allowing me to resolve and heal trauma that traditional therapy couldn’t touch. IFS helped me realize that I am not a broken or damaged person, but rather a whole individual capable of profound self-understanding and growth. In my coaching and counseling roles, I bring my personal growth experience, passion for helping others, and skills in active listening and compassion to the forefront. I am committed to guiding my clients on their journeys to self-discovery and healing, leveraging my expertise to make a lasting impact on their lives. I am excited to connect with individuals and organizations who share my dedication to mental health and personal growth. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together to create a healthier, more compassionate world.
Continuing Education
Individuals must attend the entire event to receive continuing education credit. Partial credit is not available. Additional requirements regarding enrollment, documentation and eligibility may apply.
Continuing Education Certificates
Course Completion certificates will be awarded at the end of the course in exchange for a completed evaluation form. Individuals who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate for 4 continuing education credit hours. This certificate may be submitted to your state’s licensure or certification board for their consideration in meeting renewal requirements. CE credit varies from state to state. Participants are encouraged to check with their licensing board to determine if this offering qualifies for acceptance as Continuing Education credit.
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
Course meets the qualifications for 4 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Antioch University is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for mental health professionals. Antioch University maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.
National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
Antioch University New England - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Department has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 4338. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Antioch University New England - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Department is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Accommodations
To request accommodations for special needs, please email the Program Administrator at [email protected].
Terms & Conditions
Cancellations received in writing 7 days before the date of the event are entitled to a full refund. Cancellations received between 6 and 3 days before an event are entitled to a 50% refund. Cancellations 2 or less days before an event will not be eligible for a refund.