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[Rescheduling] Creating Connections: A Deeper Dive into Internal Family Systems

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Creating Connections: A Deeper Dive into Internal Family Systems

Unlock Advanced IFS Techniques to Transform Your Therapeutic Practice

Dates: Wednesday, March 25; Friday, April 10; Friday, May 1; Friday May 22; Monday June 22; Tuesday, June 30


Are you ready to deepen your expertise in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and enhance the therapeutic outcomes for your clients? Join our exclusive 6-module advanced course, Creating Connections: A Deeper Dive into Internal Family Systems, designed for IFS practitioners who have completed Level 1 training and are eager to expand their skills. Course is limited to 22 participants.


Course Overview & Session Descriptions

This 6-module course has been carefully structured to guide you through advanced IFS topics. Whether you’re refining your skills as a Self-led therapist or exploring innovative ways to work with polarizations, this course will take your IFS practice to a whole new level.

Session Descriptions*: 

 1. Revisiting the IFS Model & Identifying Your Growth Edges

     • Start by reinforcing your foundational IFS knowledge and identifying areas for growth as a practitioner.

 2. Connecting with Therapist Parts & The Therapeutic Relationship

     • Strengthen your therapeutic relationship by recognizing and harmonizing your own therapist parts.

 3. Befriending Parts and Accessing Self

     • Deepen your skills in guiding clients toward Self-leadership and differentiating Self from Self-like parts.

 4. Navigating Polarizations & Direct Access Techniques

     • Learn to work effectively with polarized parts and use direct access to engage complex client dynamics.

 5. IFS and the Body: Parts Mapping

     • Discover how to integrate the body into your IFS work with body-centered parts mapping techniques.

 6. Working with Legacy Burdens

     • Master techniques for identifying and releasing burdens that clients carry from their families, communities, or past generations.

*For more detailed description including objectives click on the links at the top of the page


This Course Is Ideal For: 

                           • Therapists who have completed Level 1 IFS training and are ready to deepen their practice.

 • IFS practitioners looking to refine advanced techniques for complex cases.

 • Clinicians who want to integrate IFS concepts into body-centered work and legacy burden healing.


What You’ll Gain:

 • Clarity and Confidence in Advanced IFS Techniques: Learn to accurately identify Self, Self-like parts, and facilitate Self-led healing.

 • In-Depth Knowledge of IFS Concepts: Explore polarizations, legacy burdens, and other advanced topics with expert guidance.

 • Hands-On Practice: Practice advanced skills in small groups.

 • Tools for Transformational Healing: Gain techniques that will empower your clients to release burdens and connect more deeply with their Self.


 What’s Included:

 • 6 Live Virtual Modules (3 hours each): Engaging lectures, live demonstrations, and Q&A with our expert instructors.

 • Hands-On Practice Sessions: Real-time skill application with support from peers and instructors.

 • Access to Course Materials: All slides, handouts, and session recordings will be available in your online course portal.

 • Certificate of Completion: Earn CE credits upon successful completion of the course.


Course Details:

 • Course Format: Live, virtual sessions via a secure online platform.

 • Dates: Wednesday, March 25; Friday, April 10; Friday, May 1; Friday May 22; Monday          June 22, Tuesday June 30

 • Time: 1:30 PM - 4:45 PM CST (with reminders to check your time zone)

 • Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 IFS Training

 • Cost: $1800.00



Take the Next Step in Your IFS Journey


If you’re ready to unlock new possibilities for healing and deepen your understanding of IFS, this course is your next step. Whether you’re seeking to refine your therapeutic approach or explore innovative techniques, Creating Connections is designed to equip you with the tools to bring profound change to your clients’ lives.


Enroll Today!


Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your IFS practice. Spots are limited to ensure an interactive and supportive learning environment. Reserve your spot today and join a community of therapists committed to deepening their connection with clients and fostering healing from within.


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  • Bridgett Littel, LMFT
    Bridgett is passionate about creating a safe space for both her clients and the clinic team members. While pulling from many treatment modalities, Bridgett grounds her work in Internal Family Systems and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy; she is a level one graduate of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and a level 1 & 2 graduate of Internal Family Systems, as well as, a Program Assistant for IFSI (Internal Family Systems Institute) in both Level 1 & Level 2’s. Bridgett is a Certified & Endorsed Supervisor for IFSI and a Minnesota Marriage & Family Board Approved Supervisor. She holds a Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelors of Science in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Organizational Communication and Public Relations. Bridgett believes what we do, think, feel and believe is there for a reason, no matter how counterproductive it might feel, and that, by turning towards and being curious, we can gain insight to create shifts in the patterned responses that make us feel stuck.
    Sessions
    • Module1 : Review of The IFS Model and Your Personal Development Goals
    • Module2 : Exploring Therapist Parts and Their Impact on the Therapeutic Relationship
    • Module3 : Differentiating between Self and Self-like Parts; Deepening Self-to- Part Connection
    • Module4 : Resolving Polarizations and Utilizing Direct Access Effectively
    • Module5 : Integrating IFS and Somatic Approaches; Parts Mapping
    • Module6 : Identifying and Addressing Legacy Burdens in Therapy
  • Gwen M Hurd, LCSW
    Gwen Hurd, LCSW, is a Level 3 Certified IFS Therapist, Clinical Consultant and Lead Trainer for IFS-Insitute. She graduated from the University of Chicago with her MSW in 1994. She was introduced to IFS during her graduate program and began her level one in 1998. She finished her level three training in 2014 and began Program Assisting in 2015. She has used IFS in her work as a Child Protection Investigator in the Chicago area and with at-risk youth and families both as a therapist and program director, in northwest Indiana. She moved to St George, Utah in 2008. She has taught at both the bachelor's and master's degree levels. She served as a Court Ordered Custody Evaluator from 2005-2022 both in Indiana and in Utah. She is currently the Clinical Director and Therapist at Sage Circle Counseling Center in St George. She is currently licensed in Utah, Nevada, Texas, and Montana.
    Sessions
    • Module1 : Review of The IFS Model and Your Personal Development Goals
    • Module2 : Exploring Therapist Parts and Their Impact on the Therapeutic Relationship
    • Module3 : Differentiating between Self and Self-like Parts; Deepening Self-to- Part Connection
    • Module4 : Resolving Polarizations and Utilizing Direct Access Effectively
    • Module5 : Integrating IFS and Somatic Approaches; Parts Mapping
    • Module6 : Identifying and Addressing Legacy Burdens in Therapy
  • Leslie Petruk, MA, LCMHC-S, NCC, BCC
    Leslie Petruk, LCMHC-S, NCC, BCC is a Lead IFS Trainer, an IFS-Level-3 and IFS Certified therapist, a Board Certified Coach and the Director of The Stone Center For Counseling and Leadership (www.thestonecenternc.com) in Charlotte, NC. Her group private practice served children, individuals, couples and families until 2021 when she transitioned her practice online. One of her specialty areas is working with parents utilizing the IFS model and teaching the IN-Sight Parenting Program© that she created utilizing the IFS model. In addition, Leslie provides consultation and supervision to individuals and groups seeking licensure or IFS Certification. She has taught introductory IFS workshops as well as the application of IFS for clinicians working with children and parents. Leslie has presented at the IFS National Conference on topics including Parenting, The Application of Sandtray to IFS, IFS and Play Therapy, and applying IFS to Work with Children and Parents. She has taught nationally and internationally on the above topics and conducted workshops on topics such as: Becoming a Self Led Therapist, Play Therapy and Parenting Through an IFS Lens, and many more. She has developed a parenting program, IN-Sight Parenting© that teaches the application of IFS principals for parents to become the calm and confident parent they desire to be.
    Sessions
    • Module1 : Review of The IFS Model and Your Personal Development Goals
    • Module2 : Exploring Therapist Parts and Their Impact on the Therapeutic Relationship
    • Module3 : Differentiating between Self and Self-like Parts; Deepening Self-to- Part Connection
    • Module4 : Resolving Polarizations and Utilizing Direct Access Effectively
    • Module5 : Integrating IFS and Somatic Approaches; Parts Mapping
    • Module6 : Identifying and Addressing Legacy Burdens in Therapy

CE Info

Earn up to 18 CE Credit Hours

Approved through IFSI for (up to) 18 IFS Continuing Education Hours

towards Certification and/or Recertification


Professional boards across different states vary in what they will accept. The approvals associated with this event offer credits to a target audience of behavioral health professions across the widest number of states. If you are unsure if the provided approvals will be accepted by your board, we recommend reaching out to your board office for clarification regarding whether the offered CE’s will be accepted.


Each professional is responsible for meeting their licensing agency’s continuing education (CE) requirements. Please check with your licensing board or regulatory agency to ensure compliance for licensure renewal. You must attend live (in real time) to earn CE credits.


Obtaining (up to 18) CE Credits and Certificate:

Before each session, you will receive an email from CE-Go with a link to access the virtual event. All CE-Go emails, including access links and instructions, will be sent to the email address you used for registration.

Through your CE-Go attendee dashboard, you can:

 • Complete the required evaluation forms

 • Download your CE certificate as a PDF

Each session grants 3 CE credits, with a total of 6 sessions available. If you attend all sessions, you will earn 18 CE credits in total.

To Receive CE credits for a Session, You Must:

• Attend at least 90% of the live session. (Credit is not given for watching recordings.)

• Complete an evaluation form for each session you attended live (up to 6 total).

After the course ends: 

  • Complete a final evaluation form (with session evaluations up to 7 evaluations total).

Once the course ends & ALL required evaluations are submitted:

  • A downloadable CE certificate will be available on your CE-Go dashboard.


Need Help?

For questions about the CE-Go platform, contact CE-Go at 888-498-5578 or support@ce-go.com. Please note: Emails for this event will come from support@ce-go.com.


For questions about continuing education requirements, please contact info@ifsconnections.com

Tip: Check your spam/junk folder if you don’t see emails from CE-Go. To ensure delivery, we recommend allowlisting support@ce-go.com so messages go directly to your inbox.

Continuing Education Credit Hours are available from the following organizations

Virtual

IFS Credits
Approved through IFSI for IFS Continuing Education Hours for Certification and Recertification.

Policies

Refund Policy
Refunds will not be issued once payment has been processed, as all transaction and hosting fees are immediately paid out upon receipt of payment. If you are unable to attend the entirety of the course for any reason, the amount paid can be applied to a future training. Refunds will also not be provided for any sessions missed; you will be able to review the missed content recording made available to you 24-48 hours post-session until 4 weeks after the end of the course.
CELS Grievance
If a grievance arises pertaining to continuing education activities or processes, please contact Tyler Gibson via confidential email to tyler@celearningsystems.com as soon as possible, so that the nature of the concern may be addressed in a timely fashion.
Course Enrollment Minimum Policy

For the course to proceed on the scheduled dates, at least 12 participants must register. If this minimum is not met, the course start date will be postponed until the requirement is fulfilled. We will notify you one week prior to the original start date if the course needs to be postponed.

Disability Accommodation
ADA accommodations will be made in accordance with the law; please indicate your special needs upon registering at least 30 days prior to the event by sending an email to support@ce-go.com or by calling us at 888 498 5578. 
Technology

1. This virtual event will be hosted via Zoom Webinar, and you may be prompted to download or upgrade your Zoom app if using a mobile device. A strong WiFi connection will be required for best quality.


2. We recommend clicking your "Join Webinar" button early and checking that your speakers are on before the event begins. Please do not worry about being seen or heard! Attendee video feeds and mics are turned off by default when entering a webinar. You will be able to ask questions via the Q&A feature.


3. Please respect that no copying, recording, or distribution of live session content is allowed. CE's are provided for the "live" sessions only. CE's will not be available for the recordings.

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