IFS Made Simple

An Introduction to Internal Family Systems

Internal Family Systems is best known as a therapeutic model, but it is much more than that. It is a personal development program that can change you and the way you relate to others—whether you are a practitioner or not.

The big ideas of IFS are simple and when you understand them, they become a way of life. As you change, everything in your world begins to change. You become more calm, confident, and compassionate.

This two-day introduction will give you a basic understanding of the five organizing principles of IFS.

If you are considering the Coaching with IFS-1 training, this will give you a feel of that program and our emphasis on direct access to presence.

We invite you to join our circle of learning and love.

What will I learn?

  • The organizing principles of IFS

    • We have many parts or sub-personalities

    • No matter how troubling those parts may be, they have a noble purpose

    • Parts live and relate in a system

    • We are more than our parts; we are what IFS calls Self, which is whole, wise, loving, and good

  • The four building blocks of presence

  • The transformative power of unconditional positive regard

  • The guiding star in every situation

Is this for me?

This training is for anyone interested in exploring IFS as a personal development model.

  • Coaches

  • Therapists

  • Spiritual directors

  • Dietitians

  • Other healing practitioners

  • Leaders

  • Anyone interested in personal development

  • Considering our foundational IFS training, Coaching with IFS-1.

Format

This is a live, two-day training with co-founders Guthrie Sayen and Barti Bourgault. We will meet on Zoom from 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Eastern Time (New York).

Each day will include two 15-minute breaks and a one-hour meal break.

The training includes meditations, teaching, experiential exercises, breakouts for practice, demos, and Q&A.

While our other trainings are limited in size, this introduction is open to everyone.

Class Dates

Thursday and Friday, October 30 & 31, 2025

10:30 am – 5:00 pm Eastern Time (New York)

Included

Class recordings

All live sessions are recorded and can be viewed for up to one year.

Handouts

The core ideas of the course will be available for reference.

IFS Made Simple

$195