Compassion for Addictive Process: An IFS Lens
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Gain access to the recordings of this online IFS workshop series (no time limits).
During "Compassion for Addictive Process: An IFS Lens" workshop series you will:
- Be able to identify and track addictive processes and how they are maintained in the system.
- Learn safe interventions for identifying and working with addictive process polarizations and extreme protectors.
- Learn how to help reduce resistance and invite clients to invest in the process.
- Be able to identify how extreme managers impact the healing process and how to connect safely with exiles.
See what Michael has to say about the series:
Addictive and compulsive practices
Feeling ‘addicted’ to social media, crime shows, overworking, overspending or nightly sweets, cannabis or drinks are common complaints. Stress escalates when clients find out they can’t quit - what does this mean?
Other clients engage in behaviors that are more compulsive, suffering from heavy drinking/drug use, disordered eating, gambling or sexually compulsive activity.
Some end one behavior only to ‘trade addictions’ and find another. This workshop offers a helpful, clear paradigm shift that clinically addresses these stressful issues and offers clear compassionate interventions.
The healing potential of IFS
IFS therapy is uniquely suited to helping therapists work in collaboration with their clients to discover the positive intentions behind negative behavior, untangling inner chaos and providing safe access to exiled trauma or attachment wounds.
In this experiential workshop we will apply the IFS model to intervening effectively with both high and low-risk addictive processes, learning how to track and build solid internal connections and provide safe access to exiles.
Types of practice
"Compassion for Addictive Process: An IFS Lens" series includes:
- Guided meditations
- Personal practice (ex. journalling)
- Sharing and discussions in small groups (usually triads)
- Q&A sessions
- Demo sessions
Please note that the teacher will respond to the needs of the group and because of that, the chosen activities may change.
Discover compassion for addictive process
A series of 3 IFS online workshops with Cece Sykes
Identify and work with extreme managers
By signing up for "Compassion for Addictive Process: An IFS Lens"
workshop series you get:
- All-time access to the recordings of 3 workshops – no time limits,
- Training materials ready for printing,
- Certificate of Completion,
- 8 IFS CEs available to be applied for IFS certification for those who have completed Level 1 training.
Workshop 1: Treating a system not a symptom
During this workshop we will:
- Identify basic concepts of the IFS model and how they apply to treating addictive processes.
- Discover how to identify the polarities in an addictive system.
- Learn interventions for a polarized, addictive system.
- Do experiential exercise for mapping an inner system.
- Watch the demo of working with a polarity.
Workshop 2: Never an excuse, always a reason
During this workshop we will:
- Learn clinical IFS definitions of addiction and firefighters, soothers and distracters.
- Create compassion and find Firefighters’ positive intentions and fears.
- Learn interventions for collaborating with extreme, high-risk behaviors.
- Do experiential exercise for working with firefighter/soothers.
- Watch the demo of working with an addictive system/firefighters.
Workshop 3: Getting in relationship, not in control
During this workshop we will:
- Identify and work with extreme managers in an addictive system.
- Learn how to work compassionately with extreme manager intentions and fears that activate the system.
- Create safe connections to exiles in and addictive system.
- Do experiential exercise for connecting with manager fears.
- Watch the demo working with and addictive system/managers.
Meet the trainer
Cece Sykes LCSW
Cece Sykes, LCSW is an IFS senior trainer and consultant with over thirty-five years of clinical experience.
She specializes in recovery from trauma and addiction and her chapter on treating addictive processes appears in IFS: Innovations & Elaborations (Routledge, 2016).
Cece is co-authoring a manual on IFS and Compassion for Addictive Processes, available late 2022 from PESI Publishing. She also developed the Heart Lessons of the Journey retreat for an on-going study of therapist’s own narratives and the impact on their work.
She leads IFS Levels 1, 2 and 3 trainings and consults and teaches internationally on these and other related subjects. She lives and works in Chicago.
Completion of IFS Level 1 Training is not required
At the same time, you need to know the fundamentals of IFS as no basic didactics about the model will be offered.
Make sure that you:
- Have completed a thorough introductory course/workshop about IFS or the IFSI Online Circle,
- Have a desire to embody the IFS Model – deepen the knowledge of your own system, and learn tools that will aid you in this process.
How it works
The workshop was held live on April and May 2022.
The whole process has been structured so that you can go through it at any time, at your own pace. Explore almost 7 hours of video material - it's important that you find the right space to immerse yourself in this process.
The recording contain didactics, meditations and practice instructions so you will be able to do personal work in your own time. Please note that the practice groups sessions, live demos and the group sharings were not recorded.
Remember that you get unlimited access to the workshop recordings, which means you will be able to view them in a year or even in a few years.
Up to 48 hours after purchase, if you are not completely satisfied just let us know about it. We will give you a full refund. You are not required to give any reason. You have nothing to lose!
Getting certified?
With this series there are 8 IFS CEs available to be applied for
IFS certification for those who have completed IFS Level 1 training.
Opinions about this workshop series
Discover compassion for addictive process
A series of 3 IFS online workshops with Cece Sykes
Identify and work with extreme managers
By signing up for "Compassion for Addictive Process: An IFS Lens"
workshop series you get:
- All-time access to the recordings of 3 workshops – no time limits,
- Training materials ready for printing,
- Certificate of Completion,
- 8 IFS CEs available to be applied for IFS certification for those who have completed Level 1 training.