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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, highlighting the supportive relationship between therapist and client in a nurturing environment.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy

Don't Let Your Thoughts Control Your Life

Internal Family Systems, or IFS, is a compassionate, evidence-based therapy that views the mind as made up of different “parts”—like inner voices, emotions, or roles you’ve taken on in life. Each part has a purpose, even if its actions are sometimes harmful or confusing.

WHAT WE OFFER FOR YOU

At Cornerstone Wellness Center, IFS therapy helps you explore and heal these inner parts, guided by your core Self—the calm, clear, compassionate center that already lives within you.

Why IFS Is Used

Many people feel like they’re in conflict with themselves.


Part of them wants to change—but another part holds them back.


One part wants to speak up—another part feels scared.


These “inner conflicts” often come from past wounds or survival patterns.


IFS is helpful for:

  • Trauma, PTSD, and complex emotional wounds

  • Anxiety, depression, and self-criticism

  • Shame, guilt, or inner judgment

  • People-pleasing, perfectionism, or emotional suppression

  • Relationship struggles rooted in fear or mistrust

  • Exploring identity, inner dialogue, and emotional safety

IFS doesn’t try to get rid of any parts—it helps them feel safe, seen, and understood.

ACT therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, with therapist Amanda Hill and a young African American male client in a peaceful therapy room.
ACT therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, with therapist Christine Zeh and a middle-aged Asian American female client in a welcoming environment.
ACT therapy session at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, with therapist David Reece and a Latina teen client in a bright, encouraging therapy space.

The Goal of IFS Therapy

The goal is to help you:

  • Identify and understand your “parts”—the emotional roles or voices within

  • Heal wounded parts that carry pain, shame, or fear

  • Unburden inner systems from past trauma or extreme roles

  • Reconnect with your core Self—the part of you that leads with compassion, clarity, and strength

With IFS, healing happens from the inside out—by learning to care for yourself like a loving internal family.

How IFS Therapy Helps You Heal from Within

IFS helps you turn toward your inner world with curiosity, not criticism. You don’t have to fight your feelings or fix every thought. You learn to lead yourself with compassion—and finally feel aligned, grounded, and at peace.

At Cornerstone Wellness Center, our trained IFS therapists offer a gentle, respectful space where all of your parts are welcome—and none of them are wrong.

A Simple Story:
Meet Daniel

Daniel is 41 and says he always feels like he’s fighting with himself. Part of him pushes for success. Another part whispers, “You’ll fail anyway.” And when stress hits, a third part shuts down completely.


At Cornerstone Wellness Center, Daniel started IFS therapy. His therapist helped him map out his parts—without shame or judgment. He met the protective parts that tried to help him survive, and the vulnerable parts that had been buried for years.

Over time, Daniel didn’t feel fragmented anymore. He felt whole. For the first time, his inner world felt like a team—not a battlefield.

A supportive ACT therapy moment at Cornerstone Wellness Center in Medina, OH, depicting a therapist and client during a transformative breakthrough in a caring setting.

Disclaimer

The story shared above is a fictional example created for educational purposes. It does not represent a real client or actual session at Cornerstone Wellness Center. We are fully committed to maintaining your privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Any resemblance to real persons, living or deceased, is purely coincidental.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Internal Family Systems therapy?

IFS is a therapy approach that helps you explore and heal your inner parts—different emotions, roles, or thoughts—while reconnecting with your true Self.

Is this therapy only for people with trauma?

No. IFS is helpful for anyone who feels inner conflict, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm—even if they haven’t experienced a major trauma.

What do you mean by “parts”?

Parts are like internal sub-personalities—protective, wounded, or reactive pieces of your experience. IFS helps you understand and work with them, not against them.

Will I have to talk about painful memories?

Only if you’re ready. IFS allows healing without reliving trauma. It focuses on what your parts need today—not just what happened in the past.

Can IFS help with self-esteem or confidence issues?

Yes. Many parts that hold shame or fear can be healed with IFS, leading to more self-acceptance, confidence, and inner peace.

 Is IFS evidence-based?

Yes. IFS is a widely respected, research-supported therapy model used for trauma, anxiety, depression, and more.

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