#34: Internal Family Systems: A Framework for Meaning and Connection with Kasra Mirzaie

In this conversation, therapist and researcher Kasra Mirzaie explores the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS), adolescent development, and the search for meaning in an often fragmented world. Kasra shares how IFS offers a powerful framework for understanding and healing the inner lives of young people by relating to parts with compassion rather than control. He highlights the importance of listening deeply, creating rituals of meaning, and using gentleness instead of force when working with clients, especially adolescents. The episode moves through themes of spirituality, interoception, agency, and the role of systems thinking in therapeutic work. Kasra brings a rare combination of academic insight and heartfelt presence, offering listeners a model of therapeutic work grounded in curiosity, humility, and deep care.   Mindform is an exclusive membership platform that gives you access to an ever-expanding toolkit for mental mastery and a community of passionate psychitects.   Apply to join Mindform or get the free Psychitect’s Toolkit at https://mindform.io/podcast