Internal Family Systems
What is Internal Family Systems Therapy? Internal Family Systems therapy or IFS for short is, at its core, about getting in touch with our wisest
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Individual Therapy, Family Therapy for Adults, and Couples Counseling
in Roanoke, VA and Online.
Offering In-person appointments & licensed in 37 states for telehealth
Many of my clients come to me when they’re facing major life transitions or decisions. Perhaps you’re feeling unmoored as you try to figure out how to establish a relationship with a distanced adult child or adult sibling. Perhaps your job or your relationship are feeling stale, but you aren’t sure how to get unstuck. Or perhaps you’re in recovery from an eating disorder, and you’re trying to repair family relationships that have become damaged along the way.
Clients often come to me seeking clarity. Not because I have all the answers, but because talking things out with a licensed professional can relieve the tremendous pressure you’re feeling and help you to feel supported and seen.
In our counseling sessions, we can explore the sources of any anxiety or people pleasing tendencies you might have while also bolstering your self-esteem. Toxic family relationships may have caused you to develop patterns which no longer serve you, and therapy can help you develop healthier coping skills like boundary setting and self-care. If you’re interested in examining the many moving parts within a family system and also the different parts within yourself, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) may be a good fit for you. Using IFS as a guide, I’ll help you get to know the different parts of yourself—the ones that have protected you throughout the years but may have also gotten in the way of your self-actualization and growth.
I’ve been a Clinical Psychologist in Roanoke, VA for over 20 years. I bring genuine engagement, compassion, and calm joyfulness to my therapy practice. I’m passionate about helping my clients transform into the person they want and deserve to be.
My approach is centered on empowering clients to reconnect with their inherent wisdom and their true self. This is your transformative journey. Therapy can be a wonderful tool on the path of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.
I will support you as you discover and heal parts of yourself that you may have previously neglected, shied away from, or been ashamed of.
“My practice specializes in using the evidence-based Internal Family Systems approach to help heal individual adults, couples, and adult families.” – Jeannie B. Berger, PhD, Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist
I currently serve the Roanoke, VA area for in person therapy and also provide online therapy in most states. For more information about whether your state qualifies for online therapy via the PSYPACT agreement, please click here.
Have you ever felt like you have conflicting emotions, desires, or “parts” of yourself that leave you feeling exhausted and unfilled? One part of you wants to do this while the other part wants to do that. This is a completely normal human experience, but it can cause great suffering. When we examine the complex aspects of our selves with compassion, profound healing can occur.
Parts work therapy allows you to become not only aware of the various parts of yourself, but also connected to them. When we integrate those parts—and acknowledge that none of them are inherently “bad”—we allow ourselves to feel whole and easeful.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a powerful healing modality and lens through which we can look at our self. I use it to guide all of the work I do with my clients. IFS is particularly well-suited for eating disorder recovery work. To learn more about IFS as a therapeutic orientation which guides our parts work therapy, click here. If you’re interested in starting individual therapy, please click here.
I’m passionate about helping families heal unhelpful dynamics and fractured relationships using Internal Family Systems therapy.
When we understand triggers and maladaptive coping mechanisms and develop healthier ways of relating, relationships become a wonderful place to experience joy, intimacy, and growth. Please visit the family therapy services page for more information about family therapy for adults.
I also have extensive experience working with adults in recovery from eating disorders. If that is something your family is facing right now, please click here for more information.
There’s no question that it takes work to make a marriage work. Marriage counseling is not just for couples in crisis. I offer a nonjudgmental and supportive space for you and your partner to explore your differences and navigate contentious situations with respect.
In our couples work, we will focus on improving communication, addressing each partner’s concerns, and increasing intimacy. We use the IFS lens to guide our work as I encourage you to tune into not only your partner’s needs, but also your own. If you’re interested in online or in person marriage counseling or counseling for unmarried couples, please click here.
The IFS model recognizes that various parts make up our sense of Self within each of us. The Self is the central, compassionate, and wise aspect of your being that makes you who you are. Our Selves develop parts or schisms that can be protective or wounded and can adapt and change over time in response to life experiences. When these parts become disorganized or conflicted, they can lead to emotional distress and relationship challenges.
Our minds are a complex system of inner parts, and as individuals, we can observe ourselves as a complex ecosystem of qualities and roles. Through this observation, we can pave the way for healing and self-discovery. By analyzing the patterns in our minds that we use to form our sense of Self and the roles we create for ourselves, we can also better understand how these conceptions impact our relationships.
The IFS model recognizes that various parts make up our sense of Self within each of us. The Self is the central, compassionate, and wise aspect of your being that makes you who you are. Our Selves develop parts or schisms that can be protective or wounded and can adapt and change over time in response to life experiences. When these parts become disorganized or conflicted, they can lead to emotional distress and relationship challenges.
Our minds are a complex system of inner parts, and as individuals, we can observe ourselves as a complex ecosystem of qualities and roles. Through this observation, we can pave the way for healing and self-discovery. By analyzing the patterns in our minds that we use to form our sense of Self and the roles we create for ourselves, we can also better understand how these conceptions impact our relationships.
The IFS model recognizes that various parts make up our sense of Self within each of us. The Self is the central, compassionate, and wise aspect of your being that makes you who you are. Our Selves develop parts or schisms that can be protective or wounded and can adapt and change over time in response to life experiences. When these parts become disorganized or conflicted, they can lead to emotional distress and relationship challenges.
Our minds are a complex system of inner parts, and as individuals, we can observe ourselves as a complex ecosystem of qualities and roles. Through this observation, we can pave the way for healing and self-discovery. By analyzing the patterns in our minds that we use to form our sense of Self and the roles we create for ourselves, we can also better understand how these conceptions impact our relationships.
The privacy and comfort of my patients is paramount. Whether you visit my office for an in-person appointment or on the secure telehealth platform, I will always place an emphasis on providing an integrative approach to patient care.
Rather than trying to manage a symptom, we work together to heal the underlying pain within.
Rather than trying to change our loved ones to make us happier, we can heal the relationship fractures and learn to engage in courageous communication with each other.
We can’t change the past, but we can choose to heal it. You can learn to make conscious choices to live connected to your values and your loved ones in a genuine and authentic way.
If you’re looking for a Psychologist in Roanoke, VA who specializes in parts work therapy, family therapy for adults, and marriage counseling, I’d be happy to help. Call me directly at (540) 915-1508 or click here for a free 15-minute schedule consultation.
Ready to heal your depression or anxiety? I can help you gain clarity in your day-to-day life and restore your quality of life.
I help delve into the multi-faceted realm of adult family relationships to help repair past harms and move into safe and caring connection.
Resolve differences, tension, as well as underlying issues in a non-judgmental manner that focuses on feeling heard and understood.
Telehealth is an essential part of providing supportive care in a way that is convenient and accessible to a wide range of patients.
I can help support your emotional and physical health by helping you heal and understand the coping mechanisms around food and your body.
Call me directly at (540) 915-1508 or send an email to schedule an online telehealth or an
in-person consultation.
My office is a safe space that fosters growth and well-being through highly specialized psychotherapy and teletherapy.
I can assist you in answering any questions you may have about our services, clinical background, and integrative approach to treatment.
I believe that quality care should not be locked behind a paywall. I can provide a comprehensive superbill for reimbursement.
The IFS model recognizes that various parts make up our sense of Self within each of us. The Self is the central, compassionate, and wise aspect of your being that makes you who you are. Our Selves develop parts or schisms that can be protective or wounded and can adapt and change over time in response to life experiences. When these parts become disorganized or conflicted, they can lead to emotional distress and relationship challenges.
Our minds are a complex system of inner parts, and as individuals, we can observe ourselves as a complex ecosystem of qualities and roles. Through this observation, we can pave the way for healing and self-discovery. By analyzing the patterns in our minds that we use to form our sense of Self and the roles we create for ourselves, we can also better understand how these conceptions impact our relationships.
This approach to therapy offers a non-pathologizing approach to understanding and addressing psychological issues.
What is Internal Family Systems Therapy? Internal Family Systems therapy or IFS for short is, at its core, about getting in touch with our wisest
