Episode 5: Alison Dyer

In this episode, join Bill and Marty as they welcome guest Alison Dyer, a certified IFS practitioner. Alison shares her incredible story of trauma, abuse, and the healing power of imagination. Through candid discussions, learn how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy became her path to reconnecting with her divine self and transforming her life. About Alison:As a certified IFS practitioner. My focus is on building relationships in our inner world so that we may have a positive impact on the outside world. I am exploring the idea of connecting with the wisdom of our soul and our humanity.  Someone who loves learning and going deep into the world of imagination.Contact Alison:Email: [email protected]: http://instagram.com/dyer8893Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the True You Podcast00:37 Meet Our Guest: Alison Dyer02:20 Alison's Journey with IFS and Imagination03:28 Childhood Trauma and Imagination as a Coping Mechanism05:16 Struggles with Religion and Self-Identity08:51 The Role of Imagination in Healing22:11 Alison's Experiences with Abuse in the Church28:39 A New Church and Unsettling Encounters29:27 A Secret Relationship and Its Consequences30:31 The Turning Point: Reporting the Pastor31:26 Healing and Rediscovering Faith32:18 The Role of Imagination in Healing33:47 The Loving Parent Guidebook34:49 Reflections on Trauma and Growth35:27 The Power of 'What If' Questions41:12 Personal Stories and Divine Connection45:16 The True Self and Internal Family Systems49:56 Parts Work Practice and Final ThoughtsLinks and Resources:• Loving Parent Guidebook - https://shop.adultchildren.org/collections/books/products/loving-parent-guidebook• Contact Marty - [email protected]• Contact Bill - [email protected]• True You Podcast Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/trueyoupodcast• Would you like to be a guest on our podcast? Complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/Fre2eEmiNoDPYKmp9• Internal Family Systems - https://ifs-institute.com/• Bill Tierney Coaching - https://www.billtierneycoaching.com/• ‘Listening is the Key', Dr. Kettelhut’s website - https://www.listeningisthekey.com/• Marty’s new book, ‘Leadership as Relation’ - https://amzn.to/3KKkCZO• Marty’s earlier book, ‘Listen… Till You Disappear’ - https://amzn.to/3XmoiZd• Parts Work Practice - Free IFS Practice Group Sessions - https://www.partsworkpractice.com