How to Find Your Spirit Guides with Michael Hunter

Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out

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My guest today has been keeping us up to date with the current state of hiring for marketers on a quarterly basis, which has taken us on quite a roller coaster ride. Today we’re going to look at how marketing and communication execs are responding to the latest developments in the world while still needing to get their work done. To take a look at the latest here, I’d like to welcome back to the show Sue Keith, Corporate Vice President at Landrum Talent Solutions. About Sue Keith Sue Keith is Corporate Vice President at Landrum Talent Solutions. With deep expertise in navigating complex labor markets, Sue has a front-row seat to the evolving dynamics of marketing roles, hiring trends, and the broader implications of AI and economic uncertainty. RESOURCES Landrum Talent Solutions: https://www.landrumtalentsolutions.com https://www.landrumtalentsolutions.com This episode is brought to you by Landrum Talent Solutions, a national recruiting firm specializing in marketing and HR positions. https://www.landrumtalentsolutions.com Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brands Online Scrum Master Summit is happening June 17-19. This 3-day virtual event is open for registration. Visit www.osms25.com and get a 25% discount off Premium All-Access Passes with the code osms25agilebrand Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…

about a year ago 1:00:18

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In this episode, I’m joined by Michael Hunter, an IFS trained acupuncturist and expert in connecting people to their spirit guides and the treatment of legacy burdens. We talk about understanding ancestral lineage healing and how these practices coincide with Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.

Key Topics Discussed:
1. Exploring Ancestral Lineage Healing: Michael sheds light on the significance of ancestral lineage and how it influences our lives today.
2. Spirit Guides and Their Role: We discuss the concept of spirit guides, their presence in our lives, and how to connect with them.
3. Normalizing Spiritual Practices: Michael emphasizes the importance of normalizing practices like connecting with spirit guides, integrating them with therapy, and exploring the overlap with IFS for holistic healing.
4. Practical Techniques: Michael shares practical techniques for finding and communicating with your spirit guides, including connecting with the spirit of water.
5. Relational Intimacy: We explore the connection between understanding our ancestral lineage, working with spirit guides, and enhancing relational intimacy in our lives.
Learn more about Michael Hunter at https://ancestral-ifs.org/

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How to Find Your Spirit Guides with Michael Hunter

Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out

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published about a year ago

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John Reacts to IFS Demo with "Ace" 30:59

3 days ago30:59

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In this episode of Going Inside , I share my real-time reflections and therapeutic insights while reviewing an IFS demo session with a client named Ace. With careful attention to pace, consent, and safety, I break down the many micro-decisions made throughout the session — revealing the internal logic and nuance behind the IFS model. Whether you’re a therapist seeking to deepen your client work or someone curious about what an IFS session really feels like, this episode offers a rare and compassionate behind-the-scenes perspective. Key Takeaways: 🌱The micro-decisions therapists make throughout an IFS session 🌱How to prioritize safety, pacing, and consent with protectors 🌱Why humility and self-awareness are essential for good therapy Resources & Offerings: ➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube ➡️ {Free Training} Learn how to incorporate IFS into your work: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-yt ➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador ➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE ➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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Bob Falconer on IFS, Spirituality, and Trauma 51:18

10 days ago51:18

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➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube In this soul-stirring conversation, IFS pioneer Bob Falconer returns to explore the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS), spirituality, and trauma healing. We discuss how trauma creates separation, the necessity of spiritual connection in deep healing, and how curiosity can be a transformative force. Bob shares insight from his upcoming books and over 50 years of clinical experience, emphasizing the porous nature of the mind and the healing power of respectful engagement with all parts of the self—both personal and transpersonal. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to open your inner world with compassion and wonder. 3 Key Takeaways: ✔️ A surprising reason why many trauma survivors don’t fully heal—and what might be missing. ✔️ The two types of curiosity—and why only one leads to transformation. ✔️ What Bob means when he says “the mind isn’t just multiple... it’s porous.” 👤 Guest: Robert Falconer Robert Falconer is a dedicated therapist, teacher, and global educator of the IFS model. Author of The Others Within Us , Bob brings over five decades of experience to his work exploring the porous nature of the mind, particularly in the context of trauma and spiritual experiences. His latest books, Opening the Inner World and Spirit Speaks , delve into the intersection of IFS, mysticism, and healing. Get your copy of Opening the Inner World and Spirit Speaks : https://swedenborg.com/product/opening-the-inner-world/ Resources & Offerings: ➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube ➡️Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ Register for a FREE IFS Training "From Burnout to Balance": https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador ➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE ➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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John Remembers Ralph De La Rosa 19:59

17 days ago19:59

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In this special and deeply personal episode, John Clarke pays tribute to the late Ralph De La Rosa — a gifted author, meditation teacher, musician, and trauma survivor whose voice and message left an indelible mark on the healing community. Through reflections, audio clips, and emotional commentary, John revisits their original interview and shares the impact Ralph had on his life and work. Together, they explore trauma, IFS, Buddhism, and the power of radical self-compassion. Key Takeaways What if healing isn’t about fixing yourself? Ralph shares a radically different view of healing — one that doesn’t start with what’s broken, but with what’s already whole inside of you. Can playfulness be your secret to peace? Discover how reclaiming joy and spontaneity might be the missing ingredient in your emotional healing. Is your “Self” even really yours? Ralph and John explore a mind-expanding perspective on identity, self-energy, and the mysterious overlap between IFS and Buddhist philosophy. About Ralph De La Rosa Learn more about Ralph and his work: 🌐 Website: ralphdelarosa.com 📚 Outshining Trauma on Amazon 📱 Instagram: @ralphdelarosa108 Resources & Offerings: ➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube ➡️ Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ Register for a FREE IFS Training "From Burnout to Balance": https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador ➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE ➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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Self-Led Classrooms with Tim Amaral 40:32

24 days ago40:32

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➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube In this powerful episode of Going Inside , trauma therapist John Clarke sits down with award-winning educator Tim Amaral to explore how trauma-informed practices can transform education. Tim shares his journey from martial arts instructor to adult educator, revealing the development of the Self-Led Classroom model and its deep integration of IFS (Internal Family Systems) principles. Together, they discuss how safety, connection, and a sense of belonging are essential for meaningful learning. If you've ever questioned traditional education or wondered how to reach students or clients who’ve been left behind, this episode will expand your perspective—and your heart. 🌿 Key takeaways: The true key to academic success and how traditional education often fails the very kids who need it most How love, belonging, and attachment show up (or don’t) in classrooms Is it possible for a trauma-informed classroom to flip the script on behavior “management”? Why learning doesn’t happen until attachment does—and how most systems get that backwards. Stay in touch with our guest below: 🗣️ Timothy Amaral Timothy Amaral is an award-winning adult educator and teacher trainer from Salinas, CA. He specializes in the teaching and application of trauma-informed practices, social-emotional skills and needs-based responsiveness for use in the classroom, in the workplace, and in the home. He is the creator of the SELf-Led Learning model. 🌐 selfledclassroom.com --- Resources & Offerings: ➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube ➡️ Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador ➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE ➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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How EMDR & Tech Are Transforming Trauma Therapy with Brad Mosell 32:00

30 days ago32:00

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➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube In this conversation, John Clarke interviews Brad Mosell, founder and CEO of Dharma Doctor, about Brad’s journey into the mental health field, the development of accessible mental health interventions, and the evolution of their product, which integrates EMDR and bilateral stimulation. They discuss the importance of addressing trauma in educational settings, the role of teachers in mental health, and the future of therapy technology, including the integration of biometrics and AI in therapeutic practices. Key takeaways: Discover how bilateral stimulation is being woven into everyday tools to make trauma-informed care more approachable—even outside the therapy room. Explore how Brad Mosell turned his own healing journey with EMDR into a mission to bring these powerful tools into schools, homes, and underserved communities. Learn why bilateral stimulation works and how it mimics the brain’s natural processing patterns to unlock stuck trauma. Peek into the innovative ways tactile tech is helping clients feel grounded, present, and open to doing deep inner work. Hear how a tech entrepreneur left Silicon Valley to create a company focused on mental health, and why therapists should be paying attention to what's coming next. Stay in touch with our guest below: 🗣️ Brad Mosell Brad Mosell is the founder and CEO of Dharma Dr., a company dedicated to improving access to EMDR and bilateral stimulation. A veteran and educator, Mosell combines his technical expertise with a passion for healing, aiming to address the mental health challenges faced by today's youth and adults alike. Instagram: @mydharmadr Resources & Offerings: ➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library-youtube ➡️ Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador ➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE ➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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Swedenborg & IFS with Bob Falconer, Chelsea Odhner, and Jonathan Rose 43:03

6 weeks ago43:03

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In this conversation, John Clarke brings together a panel of colleagues and co-authors to dive into their new book, Opening the Inner World . Together, they explore where Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy meets the spiritual insights of Emanuel Swedenborg. The panel shares their own journeys, the transformative impact of IFS, and how Swedenborg’s teachings on the inner self and divine inflow can deepen our understanding of trauma and healing. They also discuss the nature of consciousness, the power of inner dialogue, and the role of spirit in our lives — highlighting how self-awareness and a connection to the divine can open the door to profound healing and growth. 🌿 Key takeaways: Uncover how blending IFS and Swedenborg’s teachings can open new pathways to deep emotional and spiritual healing. See trauma through a new lens by understanding it as part of a larger spiritual experience, not just a psychological wound. Experience a fresh perspective on how your spiritual and physical selves are constantly interacting and shaping your life. Recognize how the illusion of separation keeps us stuck — and how reconnecting with your true self (and helping your clients do the same) brings lasting change. Stay in touch with our guests below: 🗣️ Chelsea Rose Odhner A lifelong student of Swedenborg’s teachings, Chelsea Rose Odhner has extensive professional experience synthesizing Swedenborg’s teachings into content for a global audience. Combined with her work as a bodyworker, and an IFS practitioner and coach, Chelsea adds a unique and informed perspective to integrating IFS therapy with the system of the spiritual world that Swedenborg describes. 🗣️ Robert Falconer A dedicated therapist and teacher of the IFS model, Robert Falconer has contributed significantly to the field through his research and writings. His work focuses on how our minds are not just multiple, but also porous. He brings this lens to IFS, especially in the context of trauma and spiritual experiences. 🗣️Jonathan Rose A scholar of Emanuel Swedenborg and Neo-Latin translator, Jonathan Rose has published extensively on Swedenborg’s theological and philosophical ideas. He serves as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition of Emanuel Swedenborg’s Theological Works. His expertise brings a deep spiritual dimension to the book, offering readers insights into concepts in Swedenborg’s spirituality that resonate with IFS. @chelsea.odhner @locusofhealing https://robertfalconer.us/ @swedenborgfoundation https://swedenborg.com/ --- Resources & Offerings: ➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library ➡️ Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador ➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE ➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarkether…

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Hypnosis and IFS with Elena Kundro 46:02

7 weeks ago46:02

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In this episode of Going Inside , host John Clarke sits down with integrative therapy guide Elena Kundro to explore the powerful intersection of hypnosis and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, they unpack how trance states and somatic work can deepen self-awareness and accelerate healing, especially when traditional therapeutic approaches fall short. Elena shares insights from her own personal healing journey, lessons from guiding clients through inner work, and how blending spiritual practices with IFS has transformed the way she helps others reconnect to their true selves. Whether you're a therapist, healer, or someone deep on your own inner path, this episode offers grounded wisdom, practical insight, and soul-deep inspiration. 🔑 3 Key Takeaways How blending hypnosis with IFS can help clients drop into self-energy faster Why therapists must do their own deep inner work to truly guide others How healing becomes transformational when we stop trying to control it and what to do instead 👤 Guest: Elena Kundro Elena Kundro is an integrative therapy practitioner blending hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic work, and spirituality to guide clients back to their inner truth. With more than a decade of personal healing and over six years of client experience, Elena brings humility, embodiment, and deep wisdom to every session. 📲 Connect with Elena: Instagram: @elenakundro Facebook: facebook.com/elenakund YouTube: @elenakundro 🧰 Resources & Offerings 🔓 FREE IFS Resource Library: Download here ➡️ Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast 🧾 Jane Practice Software: 1-month grace period with code JOHN or visit meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador 🌱 Grounding Well: Get 10% off with code GWJOHNCLARKE – Visit Grounding Well 🧘‍♂️ Dharma Dr.: 10% off with code JOHN – Visit Dharma Dr. 🌐 Connect with John: www.johnclarketherapy.com 🔗 Follow John Clark Instagram: @johnclarktherapy TikTok: @johnclarktherapy YouTube: @johnclarktherapy Apply to work 1:1: JohnClarkTherapy.com…

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Reiki and Sound Healing with Boshko Boskovic 46:45

8 weeks ago46:45

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In this enlightening episode of Going Inside , trauma therapist John Clark sits down with Reiki master and certified sound healing practitioner Boshko Boskovic. Boshko shares how his personal health journey led him to energy work, and how practices like Reiki and sound healing can profoundly support trauma recovery and energetic hygiene. The conversation dives into the science and spirituality behind these healing modalities, the importance of tuning into your own energy field, and practical ways therapists and sensitive individuals can care for their energy in a noisy, high-stress world. 3 key takeaways: Energetic hygiene is essential – especially for therapists and healers. Practices like Reiki, sound healing, and Qi Gong help clear and restore the body’s vibrational balance. Your voice is a healing tool – Boshko explains how vocalization and “sounding” can release stuck trauma and support deep emotional processing. Slowing down is revolutionary – Even five minutes of stillness or connection with nature can help us reset and reconnect with our authentic selves. Learn more about Boshko Boskovic here: Website: https://letshealnyc.com Instagram: @letshealnyc Resources & Offerings: ➡️ Download my FREE IFS Resource Library – Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library ➡️ Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast ➡️ 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador ➡️ 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE ➡️ 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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John Reacts to Mel Galbraith IFS Interview 13:32

10 weeks ago13:32

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In this solo episode, I reflect on my recent conversation with Mel Galbraith, the COO of IFSCA, and dive deeper into the challenges of practicing Internal Family Systems (IFS). I talk about the tricky balance therapists often face—how easy it is to show up with the best intentions, but accidentally lead from self-like parts instead of true self-energy. You’ll hear me share some personal insights on why slowing down is so essential in this work, why letting go of an agenda actually helps clients go deeper, and how even seasoned therapists can unknowingly blend with their own parts. I also unpack one of the biggest paradoxes in IFS: when we stop trying to make something happen, that's when real healing starts. This episode is perfect for therapists and coaches who are interested in their own inner healing, as well as the inner healing of their clients. Key Takeaways: Why IFS is “simple but not easy” — and why that matters for therapists and clients alike The hidden challenge of self-like parts and how they disrupt therapy without you noticing How to spot when you (as a therapist) are blending with your own parts during a session Why interventions often backfire — and what IFS teaches us about honoring protector parts -- Resources & Offerings: 📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library 🌱 Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast 🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador 🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE 🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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Self-Like Parts & IFS with Mel Galbraith of IFSCA 49:51

11 weeks ago49:51

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In this episode, I’m joined again by Mel Galbraith of IFSCA, a seasoned IFS therapist and teacher, to dive into what it means to be self-led in the therapy room. We talk about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways our therapist parts show up during sessions, and how being human—and having parts—doesn’t make us bad therapists. In fact, when we tend to those parts with care, we actually expand our ability to hold space for clients. We explore how therapist agendas can interrupt attunement, why love and curiosity are key to working with any system, and how the work we do on ourselves is just as important as what we do with clients. If you’re a practitioner trying to deepen your self-leadership and your IFS skills, this one’s for you. 🌿 Key takeaways: Therapists must attend to their own parts in real time to maintain attunement with clients. Effective IFS work relies equally on knowing the model and staying grounded in self-energy. Clients feel safer and go deeper when therapists release the agenda and trust the process. Learn more about Mel Galbraith below: https://www.youtube.com/@IFSCA www.youtube.com/@mel.galbraith https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568170237483 --- Resources & Offerings: 📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library 🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast 🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador 🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE 🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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The 6 F's in Action | Live IFS Demonstration Commentary 29:39

12 weeks ago29:39

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In this episode, I take you inside an IFS session by revisiting a past demo and offering live commentary on my thought process, choice points, and reflections. You'll see firsthand how the Six F’s of IFS (Find, Focus, Flesh Out, Feel, Fear, Befriend) unfold in real time as I guide a client through working with a protective part that resists emotional closeness. I break down the importance of tracking parts, honoring protectors, and moving at the speed of trust to ensure safety and effectiveness in the IFS process. 🌿 Key takeaways: The Six F’s of IFS provide a structured yet fluid way to engage with parts, ensuring safety and connection throughout the process. Protectors often surface early in sessions, signaling fears that must be acknowledged before deeper work can take place. Tracking your own therapist parts—such as the urge to "make progress"—is crucial for staying self-led and honoring the client’s pace. 🗓️ Join “Pathways to Self” before doors close today ⬇️ https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/pathways --- Resources & Offerings: 📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library 🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast 🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador 🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE 🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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Healing Circles and the Power of Group Work with Carrie Haynes 49:55

13 weeks ago49:55

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Group therapy offers a unique healing experience that individual work alone cannot replicate. In this episode, I sit down with therapist and group work specialist Carrie Haynes, LPC, to explore the profound impact of Internal Family Systems (IFS) in group settings. We discuss how group dynamics naturally foster self-energy, how witnessing others' healing creates internal shifts, and why self-leadership in a group setting is a transformative practice. Carrie shares insights from her journey integrating psychodynamic therapy, spirituality, embodiment work, and IFS into group facilitation—helping both therapists and clients unlock deeper healing. 🌿 Key takeaways: Witnessing others' IFS work naturally activates our own healing process and strengthens self-energy. Group therapy fosters belonging, connection, and healing in a way that individual therapy often cannot. Great group facilitators balance structure with openness, allowing transformation to unfold naturally. Learn more about Carrie at: https://carriehayneslpc.com/ 🗓️ Join my webinar “From Burnout to Balance” on March 11, 2025 ⬇️ https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/from-burnout-to-balance-training --- Resources & Offerings: 📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library 🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast 🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador 🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE 🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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IFS Daily Parts Check-In Meditation 12:34

14 weeks ago12:34

12:34

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and connect with your inner world. This Internal Family Systems (IFS) Daily Parts Check-In meditation guides you through gently noticing your internal landscape, inviting all parts to the table, and fostering self-leadership. 🌿 In this meditation, you’ll: ✔️ Learn how to tune into bodily sensations as a way your parts communicate. ✔️ Practice inviting and acknowledging different parts of yourself without judgment. ✔️ Offer self-energy to the parts that need you most, helping build trust and inner harmony. Whether you're an IFS practitioner, therapist, or simply exploring your internal world, this check-in is a great daily practice to cultivate self-awareness and self-compassion. 🗓️ Join my webinar “From Burnout to Balance” on March 11, 2025 ⬇️ https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/from-burnout-to-balance-training --- Resources & Offerings: 📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library 🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast 🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador 🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE 🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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John Clarke is Interviewed by Mannah of Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (Part 3) | Going Inside x TAP 55:02

15 weeks ago55:02

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In this special crossover episode of Going Inside and the Therapeutic Astrology Podcast , I’m interviewed by Mannah once again to explore the nature of anxiety through an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. We discuss how anxiety operates within the system, its connection to deeper fears, and how working with parts can help navigate uncertainty and fear. Together, we unpack the downward arrow technique, the role of protectors in managing anxiety, and the power of self-led healing in transforming our relationship with fear. Key Takeaways: Anxiety often masks a deeper fear of abandonment. Healing isn’t about eliminating fear but learning to hold it. Our protectors work hard to keep us safe, but self-leadership offers another way. --- Resources & Offerings: 📚 Download my FREE IFS Resource Library - Get access here: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-resource-library 🌱Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast 🧠 1-Month Grace Period with Jane – Use code JOHN or visit: https://meet.jane.app/john-clarke-ambassador 🌱 10% Off at Grounding Well – Use code GWJOHNCLARKE or visit: https://www.groundingwell.com/GWJOHNCLARKE 🧠 10% Off at Dharma Dr. – Use code JOHN or visit: https://dharmadr.com/JOHN Connect with me: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnclarketherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnclarketherapy https://www.youtube.com/@johnclarketherapy…

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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Demonstration with “Sarah” Pt. 4 | John Clarke Therapy 49:58

16 weeks ago49:58