IFS and Jungian Life Coaching

Studies have shown that when people are literally looking up at a mountain that they have to climb, the mountain looks much smaller if they have a companion. When we’re faced with a major life transition, it can often feel like we’re stuck–both moving forward and staying where we’re at feel too scary or painful. There’s a First Nations saying that goes, “As you go the way of life, you will come to a great chasm. Jump. It’s not as wide as you think.” My coaching is about accompanying you in whatever way you may need in order to move forward.

I have approached so many thresholds in my life, shaking in my boots, freaking out, terrified of making a mistake, and loved myself so much more for having the courage to follow my heart, regardless of the outcome. I wished so much that I had a wise and compassionate companion who truly understands me and what it’s like to help me make sense of myself and make those leaps.

 Internal Family Systems (IFS) is about working with your parts. You know how you have a part that wants to break up with them but a part who wants to stay? A part who wants to quit your job a part who is terrified, and a part that feels super anxious about the internal battle? A part who wants to hike the Appalachian Trail but a part that says you could never do that? We work with those parts to get you in alignment with your own deepest wisdom so that all of you is on board with whatever you decide.
 
Jungian psychology is about you being the heroine and the author of your own story.  We find meaning and guidance from looking at your own mythic journey, guiding symbols and “archetypes” that have appeared throughout all ancient myths and cultures all around the world, your dreams, your creative expression, your unconscious shadow. The blueprint and compass are already inside of you, they just need your attention. The world (and your Soul) need you to show up authentically now more than ever.
 
*Disclaimer: Life coaching is not therapy. Depression and anxiety are normal parts of life, but if you feel debilitated or suicidal and/or meet the criteria for a clinical diagnosis, please seek therapeutic support. You deserve well being and the best care, whatever it is. Nothing is more important.