About this course

Learning Objectives

• briefly generalize the relationship between systems thinking and family systems; a system is a system is a system; and how to apply to clinical practice.
• explain the notion of multiplicity of the mind– and a Self.
• interpret clinical symptoms through the lens of IFS and develop a comprehensive understanding of how to apply the model to the client's specific needs.
• summarize the goal of IFS is for the internal system to be in balance, with Self as the leader and evaluate the characteristics of Self and its role in the internal system of the client.
• list the three types of parts in IFS and their impact on the client's internal system.
• describe the principles of IFS and how they can be applied in working with anxious or traumatized parts to reduce their intensity and impact on clients' daily lives.
• discover how mapping of parts facilitates more self-agency and ultimate healing of parts burdened by their roles or trapped in time and space.
• name at least one attribute of Self energy which is the timeless, essential core of one’s being and its qualities known as the “8 C’s”

Learning Levels

• Beginner and Intermediate, all levels are welcome

Target Audience

Course Instructor(s)

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  Karen Sprinkel, M.A., LMFT, SEP, CCTP

  Karen Sprinkel Ancelet is a psychotherapist, consultant, teacher, and author. Her unique East-West approach to healing trauma emerged over the seven years she lived in Asia. She has a very diverse background of experience, qualifications, and certifications gained over her 30 years of practicing psychotherapy. Her specialty is a combined trauma modality and certifications in EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems (IFS, L3), HeartMath, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies (PAT).

  She is also trained in many other techniques, including but not limited to Flash Technique, Havening, EFT, ACT, Somatic Narrative and Resiliency, Ego-State, AEDP (Accelerated Experiential-Dynamic Psychotherapy), HeartMath and Vagas Toning. She is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Continuing Education provider. She is licensed to practice therapy in California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington and Michigan. Karen is a member of multiple trauma treatment organizations. Karen has worked as a clinician with private clients for 30 years, while also working in mental health management in a variety of settings, including the following: as Director of Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement at East Bay Agency for Children, Manager of Clinical Administration at United Behavioral Health, and Director of Guidance and Counseling at Dulwich International College, Phuket, Thailand. Other direct clinical positions have included as a therapist at Clearwater Clinic and Assessment Services in Oakland, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, and Director of Victim Services at Families and Friends of Violent Crime Victims in Washington State.

Disclosure

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