In this episode I use the Barbie movie to explain Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS). IFS is an evidence based therapy that helps heal parts of us that are struggling. Content warnings: sexual assault and suicidial ideation. I touch on these briefly but please only listen when you're resourced. This episode also contains MANY Barbie movie spoilers!

This episode explores:

• What Internal Family Systems Therapy is


• What are exiles, managers, and firefighters in Internal Family Systems


• Why behavior change fails and why inner parts healing is needed


• How Jaclyn healed her exiled parts, including her suicidal part


• How the Barbie movie provides a great example of burdened parts and healing wounded parts


• The characteristics of our true Self

Listen to explore the life changing framework of Internal Family Systems and get curious about your inner parts.

Jaclyn Explores is hosted by Jaclyn Shea (she/her) a somatic coach, embodiment facilitator, science communicator, and health researcher. With a Masters in Public Health, trained in Somatic Stress Release and Mind Body Coaching, and ten+ years of experience facilitating and conducting research Jaclyn is passionate about communicating the latest research into somatic practices that help you release stress, process trauma, and live life on purpose. Jaclyn works one-on-one clients through somatic coaching, facilitates a group program called Body Language Lab, and in person and zoom workshops. 

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