Learn how to work with highly conflictual couplesin IFS therapy
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Gain access to the recordings of 2 online IFS workshops (no time limits).
You will:
- Learn how to uncover parts stuck in extreme protective roles that are harmful to external relationships,
- Learn how to help the couple unblend and engage in witnessing the stories of the partner's parts,
- Learn how to track and map interactions between partners,
- Learn how to work with protectors so they can put down their weapons.
Highly conflicted couples enter the therapy room
armed with fierce protectors who keep the shame, hurt, rejection and loneliness of exiles well hidden from both the clients and the therapist.
Clients, therapist and the therapy remain stuck as parts engage in extreme protective roles and a series of repetitive patterns of behavior that have a positive intent, but are actually causing harm.
In this workshop, IFS will bring a new perspective to working with such challenging couples. Participants will find new ways to engage them in treatment, in a meaningful way.
Through a series of compassionate IFS interventions, participants will bring safety and connection to the therapy room and guide the conflicted couple out of entrenched roles and interactions.
What you will get to know
- The definition of a high conflict couple,
- How and why a couple’s parts attract to each other,
- To identify specific patterns of interaction,
- How to create safety & structure in a session,
- To track & map interactions,
- How to help clients un-blend from their parts as they interact,
- Identifying & negotiating with protectors to “put down the weapons",
- Making the “you” turn,
- The impact of trauma, addictions, eating disorders & infidelity on parts & relationships,
- Step family issues,
- Healing shame, betrayal & hurt,
- The impact of therapist’s parts on couples therapy - how not to polarize and how to remain self-led.
This workshop is recommended for the IFS Therapists or Practitioners
who currently work with or would like to work with couples,
especially couples who are affected by addictions or infidelity.
who currently work with or would like to work with couples,
especially couples who are affected by addictions or infidelity.
Meet the trainer
Mary Kruger
Mary Kruger, MS, LMFT is a marriage & family therapist, and an IFS Lead Trainer.
She was the founder of Rimmon Pond Counseling, LLC; an IFS based group practice located in the New Haven, Ct. area. She currently offers private therapy, consultations and workshops nationally and internationally through her newly established New Paths Counseling & Consulting.
Mary also created the IFS Level 2 Training for Addictions and Eating Disorders several years ago.
She is also a clinician in CT Military Support Program. She has been working in the field of addictions, eating disorders, trauma and personal growth; with individuals, couples, families and groups for over twenty- five years.
Mary enjoys engaging with people and sharing her experiences in fun and creative ways. She is particularly inspired and receives much joy from time spent with her family and friends.
Getting certified?
With this series there are 5,5 IFS CEs available to be applied for
IFS certification for those who have completed IFS Level 1 training.
With this series there are 5,5 IFS CEs available to be applied for
IFS certification for those who have completed IFS Level 1 training.
Any place, any time
By signing up for Working with highly conflictual couples, you get access to the Life Architect platform, which will provide you with access to video recordings of all workshops and other training materials, also on mobile devices.
Form of workshops
All stages of the cycle were held live on June 2021. Each of them lasted 2-3 hours.
The whole process has been structured so that you can go through it at any time, at your own pace. In total, more than 4 hours of video material - it's important that you find the right space for yourself to immerse yourself in this process.
Remember that you get unlimited access to the course recordings, which means you will be able to view them in a year or even in a few years.
Participants Prerequisites
To participate in this workshop it is required that:
- You have completed at least Level 1 of IFS training or the IFSI Online Circle – no basic IFS didactics will be offered,
- You are an IFS therapist or practitioner who works or will be working with clients – especially with couples,
- You have a desire to enhance your skills and knowledge in IFS Therapy model and to deepen your growth as a therapist/practitioner.
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!
Get more experience in working with couples in IFS therapy
A series of two IFS online workshops with Mary Kruger, MS, LMFT,a marriage & family therapist and an IFS Lead Trainer.
Learn how to work with couples whose parts are stuck in extreme roles that are harmful to their external relationships.
When you sign up for the "Working with highly conflictual couples from the IFS perspective" workshop series you get:
- Access to two online workshop recordings,
- Training materials ready for printing,
- Certificate of Completion,
- All-time access to the workshop recordings – no time limits,
- 5,5 IFS CEs available to be applied for IFS certification for those who have completed Level 1 training.