LEARN IFS
"Embark on your personal journey and discover the transformative power of IFS."
Welcome to the
IFSCA Stepping Stones Program
Frequently Asked Questions
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This course is open to therapists, counselors, coaches, pastoral counselors, or other mental health professionals. To get the maximum benefit from this course it is preferable to be working 1:1 with people in a professional capacity.
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The course runs for 16 consecutive weeks. You will have sessions once a week, always on the same weekday and at the same time.
The Stepping Stone course is 100% online and each class takes place on the Zoom videoconferencing platform.
Each cohort is limited to 20 participants
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The course has 4 modules, and each module follows this structure:
Week 1: Teaching and Demonstration
Week 2: Practice session with a Support Staff
Week 3: Practice session with fellow learners
Week 4: Consultation Group
You will receive a 90-page course manual that supports the course and many vídeos of live IFS sessions that demonstrate the application of the IFS protocol.
After course completion you will receive a Certificate and Graduates may refer to themselves as “IFS Informed Therapists/Practitioners”
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To learn more about this course and to register click here: Stepping Stone - Four month IFS Course, September 2024
Welcome to the
IFSCA Stepping DEEPER Program
Take your Internal Family Systems (IFS) practice to the next level with our advanced course. Delve deeper into the transformative power of IFS through engaging didactics and immersive experiential learning.
Here’s a video with Mel, one of the the creators and guide behind the Stepping Deeper course. Mel takes us on a journey through the essence of the course, explaining its purpose and transformative power.
Frequently Asked Questions
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To enroll in Stepping Deeper, you should meet the following criteria:
1. Completion of IFSCA's Stepping Stones Course or IFSI's Level 1;
2. Active engagement in 1:1 work with clients in a mental health capacity;
3. Proficiency in the English language;
4. A stable internet connection;
5. Access to a computer or tablet;
6. A private environment for full participation in the sessions.
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Stepping Deeper spans 16 consecutive weeks, with sessions held once a week on the same weekday and at the same time.
To accommodate international students, multiple cohorts start at various times, all following the US/Canada Eastern Time (Toronto time) zone.
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This course consists of four comprehensive modules, each providing a deep dive into various aspects of IFS therapy.
*Interactive and engaging didactic sessions
*Small cohort sizes to ensure personalized attention
*Immersive experiential learning opportunities.
*Access to experienced support staff throughout the course
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To learn more about this course and to register click here: IFSCA Stepping DEEPER
AFFINITY GROUP COHORTS
The IFS Queer Community Learning offers a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ practitioners and allies to learn, connect, and explore IFS within a supportive community. This learning experience is available in both the Stepping Stones and Stepping Deeper programs, creating opportunities to deepen understanding, share perspectives, and celebrate the richness of queer identity in therapeutic practice.
*Cohorts only available when offered. Please check IFSCA for the list of offers*
IFS Training in September 2025
5 DAY IFS INTENSIVE in BELGIUM
Join Mel and Gustavo for a unique in-person IFS training set in the peaceful and beautiful village of Wange. This immersive experience is designed to ground you in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model through personal exploration, group learning, and community connection.
