IFS (Internal Family Systems)
Internal Family Systems therapy helps you understand and heal the different parts of you. Find IFS-informed therapists at Origins in NC and online.
- 2 clinicians at Origins
- 2 accepting or with limited availability
- In person across North Carolina and online
Internal Family Systems, or IFS, views the mind as made up of parts, such as an inner critic, a protector or a wounded part, and a core Self that can lead with curiosity and compassion.
In IFS you get to know your parts, understand what they are protecting and help them let go of burdens. It is used for trauma, anxiety, self-criticism and inner conflict, and many people find it gentle and validating.
Common questions
What are parts in IFS?
Parts are sub-personalities that hold different feelings and roles, like a protective part or a young part. IFS treats all of them as valuable.
Is IFS the same as DID?
No. IFS sees having parts as normal for everyone. Dissociative identity disorder is a separate condition.
How do I find a therapist who offers IFS?
2 Origins clinicians offer IFS, and all of them are accepting new clients or have limited availability right now. They see clients in person in Durham NC – Southpark and online in 8 states. Use the therapist directory to filter for IFS, read each clinician's profile and book a free 15-minute consultation online or at 252-220-0420.
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Meet the clinicians
Each clinician below lists this in their profile. Select a card to read more and book a free consultation.
Ellis Graham
MS, LMFT · Therapist (she/they)
Queer, neurodivergent-affirming therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationships, and the exhaustion of holding everything together.
- Online in 7 states
- Ages: Adolescents/Teens, Adults
- Insurance: Aetna, CHAMPVA, Cigna +2
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟢 Accepting clients
Lacey Cottingham
MSW, LCSW · Therapist (she/her)
Neurodivergent-affirming therapy for complex trauma, dissociation, and the things you've been told you should just try harder to overcome.
- In person: Durham NC – Southpark
- Online in 4 states
- Ages: Adults
- Insurance: Aetna, BCBS, CHAMPVA +3
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟠 Limited Availability
Listed by availability first, then by whether the clinician's own summary mentions this focus. Fit is something you work out with a clinician, which is what the free 15-minute consultation is for.
Need help finding the right therapist?
Only 2 clinicians list this focus in the directory. That does not necessarily mean the practice cannot help; call or text and we will look beyond the tags with you.
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Durham – Southpark
5007 Southpark Dr, Suite 200-B, Durham, NC
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