The Therapy That Changed My Life — Internal Family Systems with Richard Schwartz

This episode of Dear Gabby BIG TALK is incredibly transformational! I sat down with Dr. Richard Schwartz, founder of Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS). This therapeutic practice has changed my life. IFS has helped me heal from trauma, brought me back to inner safety, and radically improved my relationships with others and myself. I’m so psyched for you to learn about it here! You’ll learn: An introduction to IFS How to explore SELF in your own life The 3 types of parts we all have Why we are so reactive when we’re triggered Why we sometimes turn to addictive behavior The intersection between IFS and spirituality What it means when we spiritually bypass And ... stick around to the end of the episode! We finish our conversation with Richard walking us through an amazing meditation. He guides all of our parts into an open space where healing can begin. It’s so beautiful!   Press play now to hear our transformational conversation! RESOURCES:   The following are helpful resources and books I mention within the episode:  Listen to more Dear Gabby here: www.deargabby.com  About Richard Schwartz, PhD: https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phd More about the IFS Institute: https://ifs-institute.com/ MIRACLE MEMBERSHIP Want even more support? I created the Miracle Membership to help you design a spiritual practice you can stick to—so you can feel connected, supported and inspired every day. Each month I deliver brand new workshops, guided meditations, live group meditations, community connection and so much more. Plus, it’s easy to access on your phone, computer or tablet. Click here to join: https://bit.ly/2UTRcCt BOOKS No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz, PhD  https://amzn.to/2TH4mSC Greater than the Sum of Our Parts by Richard Schwartz, PhD https://amzn.to/36e28Ng Internal Family Systems Therapy by Richard Schwartz, PhD https://amzn.to/3qQ7uaQ MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Safety, Recovery and Mental Health Resources: https://bit.ly/2UWRxEu Mental Health Resources and My Story of Recovery from Postpartum Anxiety and Depression  https://bit.ly/37aBe9i     PARNTERS  For listeners of the show, Calm is offering a special limited time promotion of 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at CALM.COM/deargabby   Show your skin you care with the Athena Club Razor Kit! Sign up today and you’ll get 20% off your first order! Just go to AthenaClub.com and use promo code deargabby.   Experience your new favorite clean skincare line with a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order with promo code GABBY at OSEAmalibu.com.   Produced by Dear Media.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices