IFS Healers

04/13/2026

When we treat domestic harm as "bad behavior" or "anger issues," we miss the blueprint. We miss the Abusive Protective System.

As healers, we have to look deeper. We have to look at the patriarchal legacy burdens that teach certain parts that safety requires dominance and that vulnerability is a threat. 🛡️✊

Join us for a transformative session where we bridge Internal Family Systems with Intersectional Feminism to map out the inner world of entitlement and power.

✨ Abusive Protective Systems: Transforming the Inner Worlds of Abusive Partners
👤 Lead by: Quin Rich, LICSW
🗓️ Thursday, April 30th
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT)
📍 Hosted by

It’s time to move from "Himpathy" to true, Self-led accountability. Let's unburden the system together. 🕊️🔥

🔗 Click the link to register and secure your spot!
https://app.ifshealers.com/c/ifs-events/feminist-ifs-abusive-protective-systems-workshop

04/09/2026

This powerful insight from Quin Rich, LICSW shifts the entire paradigm of how we view harm and healing. When we stop seeing abusive behavior as an "essence" and start seeing it as a rigid, protective system, we open the door to real transformation.

By addressing the patriarchal legacy burdens—the cultural blueprints of power and control—we move beyond the paralyzing cycle of shame and into the power of Self-led accountability.

Healing doesn’t mean bypassing harm; it means unburdening the parts that believe dominance is the only way to be safe. ✊🕊️

Join our Workshop on April 30 about Abusive Protective Systems.
Link in the bio for more info.

04/07/2026

We’re often told that the 'Hero's Journey' ends with a triumphant return home. But what if the home you return to isn't the one you left—or what if the 'fantasy' of coming home is the very thing holding us back? 🏠✨ This deep dive into the IFS perspective on transformation and belonging is a must-read.
Check it out here: ⤵️

Dispatches from Drala Mountain Center, Part Two

04/06/2026

We are thrilled to announce a brand-new space for our Circle members: Case Studies (Preview)! Ever read a real-life struggle and wonder, "How would I approach this using Internal Family Systems?" Now, we’re doing it together.

How it works:

🗓️ Every Monday: We’ll post a new case study (real scenarios from the community and beyond).

🔍 The Challenge: Step into your Self-energy and identify the Managers, Firefighters, and Exiles at play.

💬 Collaborate: Share how you’d navigate the session, ask questions, and learn from the perspectives of fellow practitioners.

This is a special sneak peek of what’s coming for our Premium Membership, and we want YOU to help us shape it! Jump into the space, leave a comment, and let us know what you think.

Your feedback helps us build the best home for IFS learning. Send your thoughts to support@ifshealers.com or drop them right in the Circle!

👉 Head to the "Case Studies" tab in the Circle to see our first post!
Link: https://app.ifshealers.com/c/case-studies-31f8f8/

04/05/2026

Easter is the ultimate season of unburdening. Today, we honor the brave Exiles within us who are ready to step into the light, and we thank our Protectors for their tireless service.

May your Self lead the way toward a resurrection of peace, clarity, and internal harmony.

-IFS Healers Family

04/01/2026

Individual therapy is powerful, but if we aren’t addressing the patriarchal legacy burdens our clients carry, we’re only doing half the work.

We are so excited to dive deep into Feminist IFS strategies for addressing IPV and entitlement. We’re moving the needle from "symptom management" to systemic unburdening.

Join us for:
✨ Abusive Protective Systems: Understanding and Transforming the Inner Worlds of Abusive Partners with Feminist IFS
Led by Quin Rich, LICSW

In this workshop, we’re deconstructing:
👉 How patriarchal conditioning creates “Entitled Manager” parts.
👉 Why IPV isn’t just about "anger"—it's about power-over dynamics.
👉 How to distinguish between parts-led “himpathy” and true Self-led accountability.

WORKSHOP DETAILS:
🗓️ Thursday, April 30th
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT)
📍 Online via IFS Healers
🎟️ Register at the link https://app.ifshealers.com/c/ifs-events/feminist-ifs-abusive-protective-systems-workshop

It’s time to bring social justice into the consulting room. Let’s get to work. 🕊️🛡️

03/30/2026

"Curious how to get involved with IFS Healers? We’ve kept it simple. 🌿

Whether you’re looking for a deep-dive course to master the model, a quick 'Skills Nibble' and workshop to refresh your practice, or a global membership to call home—we’ve designed a space that values your humanity as much as your expertise.

Swipe through to see our three main pathways.

Which one feels like the right next step for your system? Let us know in the comments! 👇"

https://ifshealers.com/

03/27/2026

How did we move from "being one with the Earth" to "owning" the Earth? The "extraction mentality" doesn't just harm the planet; it fuels the many arms of our modern Polycrisis—from economic disparity to systemic violence.

Join Dr. Deborah Brenner-Liss, and the IFS Healers Group for a 6-week discussion series: On Behalf of Mother Earth.

We aren't just looking for answers; we’re looking for a way back to connection. Featuring guest insights from experts in climate psychology, legacy burdens, and patriarchal structures.

📅 Starting April 3, 2026
📍 Register here: https://app.ifshealers.com/c/ifs-events/free-event-climate-crisis-and-polycrisis-on-behalf-of-mother-earth-discussion-series

03/25/2026

Your clinical heart deserves a deeper "Yes." 🌿✨

The April Cohort of Nuance & Attunement is almost here!
Join a global community of practitioners to master:
✅ Working with Chronic Shame & Psychosis
✅ Staying unblended in the Relational Field
✅ 21 CEs (IFS Institute)

No 3 AM sessions. Just deep, embodied learning at a human hour. 📍 US Evenings | AU Mornings
Seats are strictly limited to keep the circle intimate.

🔗 Click the link in bio to reserve your seat today!

03/23/2026

"I'm not equipped for this..." 🛑

Ever had that thought when a client discloses they’ve caused harm? We usually call it "referral panic." We silo IPV because we’re afraid of making things worse—but what if staying in the room is exactly what’s needed?

It’s time to move beyond the "refer out" binary.

Join Quin Rich on April 30 for a deep-dive workshop: Feminist IFS: Abusive & Protective Systems. 🌀

We’re going beyond the basics to look at:
✨ How to analyze power dynamics without losing the clinical alliance.
✨ Working with the "Abusive Protective System" through a Feminist lens.
✨ Why accountability is the engine of Self-leadership, not a self-attack.

Stop avoiding the "heavy" cases and start building the confidence to lead through them.

🔗 Snag your spot here: https://app.ifshealers.com/c/ifs-events/feminist-ifs-abusive-protective-systems-workshop

03/20/2026

Ever feel like you’re "doing" IFS instead of feeling it? 🧠➡️❤️

When a client’s system is saturated in shame or extreme dissociation, the textbook steps can feel hollow. You need more than a manual—you need embodied presence.

The April Cohort with Stephanie Mitchell is designed to get the model into your bones.

Perfect for:
📍 US / Canada / South America (Evenings)
📍 Australia / NZ (Mornings)

The Result: 21 CEs, higher clinical confidence, and a deeper connection to your clients.

🔗 Enrollment is now open! https://ifshealers.com/training-events/nuance-and-attunement/