Internal Family Systems · Austin, TX
IFS Therapy in Austin
Parts work for trauma, self-criticism, and the internal conflicts that talk therapy alone can't reach.
IFS treats the mind as a system of parts — the inner critic, the anxious one, the achiever, the exile carrying old pain — all organized around a core Self that has the capacity to lead them. The work is less about fixing and more about befriending.
When IFS is a good fit
You feel pulled in different directions, you know why you do the thing and still can't stop, you carry a harsh inner critic, or you've done a lot of cognitive work and want something that reaches deeper.
FAQ
Common questions
Is IFS evidence-based?
Yes. IFS is listed on SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and has growing research support for depression, PTSD, and complex trauma.
Do you have to believe in 'parts' for it to work?
No. IFS uses 'parts' as a practical map — most people find it lines up with how they already experience internal conflict.
Can IFS work alongside other trauma therapies?
Yes. Many clients benefit from IFS alongside Trauma-Focused CBT and somatic work to work with protective parts.
Take the first step
You don't have to carry it alone.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if Haven & Harbor is the right fit. No pressure, no commitment — just a conversation.