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Looking for an interdisciplinary trauma treatment approach that blends proven, evidence-based practice with holistic perspectives? Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is not only one of the leading trauma treatment approaches, but an ideal complement to somatic interventions like movement and breathing techniques. In this experiential workshop, we’ll explore how Somatic IFS bridges the gap between insight and felt-sense transformation by engaging the body in the therapeutic process. As we walk through the five Somatic IFS therapy practices, you’ll discover how protector parts and exiles show up in the body, how to help protectors unblend, and how to support your client to be with their exiles to safely release trauma held in their bodies and heal from the inside out. You’ll also
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This event is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or affiliated with the IFS Institute and does not qualify for IFS Institute credits or certification.
Marcella Cox, LMFT, CEDS-C, is a therapist, author, and speaker who has dedicated her career to treating eating disorders, disordered eating, body shame, and trauma. She is a Level 3 trained IFS therapist and on the teaching staff of Susan McConnell, developer of Somatic IFS, an approach that blends the IFS model of therapy with embodiment practices. Marcella trains and supports clinicians in utilizing IFS and Somatic IFS through professional consultation, workshops, trainings and retreats. She is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering learning environment where participants can explore the transformative potential of Somatic Parts Work. Her certifications as a body trust specialist, Safe and Sound protocol provider, mindful self-compassion teacher, as well as her studies of Somatic Experiencing inform her work. She recently contributed the chapter on IFS and disordered eating in Altogether Us: Integrating the IFS Model with Key Modalities, Communities, and Trends (Pivotal Press, 2023). Marcella is also founder of Kindful Body, providing online therapy and nutrition counseling for eating and body issues in California.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Marcella Cox maintains a private practice and has employment relationships with IFS Consultation Collective and Kindful Body. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Marcella Cox is a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals.”
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This product is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or affiliated with the IFS Institute and does not qualify for IFS Institute credits or certification.
An Introduction to Somatic IFS: Transforming Trauma Through Embodied Healing
Why Bring the Body into IFS Therapy?
About Somatic IFS
Working Relationally with Parts in the Body
Considerations and Integration
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