Groups provide real-life experiences and dynamics that support shifts in one's internal world and provide opportunities for corrective relational experiences.

Chris Burris

Internal Family Systems Therapy for Groups

YOUR BODY, YOUR STORY

10-week group program
LOCATION ·
A Room To Grow (Gustav-Müller-Str. 6; 10829 Berlin | Schöneberg)
TIME · Thursdays 7-9pm (October 17th - December 19th 2024)
LANGUAGE · English
FEE · 420 EUR (payment is possible in two installments)
MAXIMUM Nº OF PARTICIPANTS · 8

Are you familiar with these kinds of voices in your head: "You look horrible. You've eaten too much again. You should lose weight. You are too thin, you should eat more. I want to eat more, but I shouldn't. Just one more cake—no, one more, and one more. You should exercise more and eat healthier. You shouldn't even exist looking like this, no one will ever like you."

All these different voices come from different parts in our mind. Often, these parts can become so overpowering that they completely take over our inner system significantly disrupting our sense of well-being. We might try to ignore them, get rid of them, silence them with positive affirmations, or convince ourselves that they are wrong. However, these strategies can hardly solve the problem of our inner tension.

As difficult as it may be to believe, these harsh and distorted voices have a positive intention. They are trying to help us by protecting some more vulnerable and wounded parts within us. They act out of a desire to shield us from emotional pain, unaware that their strategies can be counterproductive.

In this group work, we will use the Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach to create an environment where we can genuinely connect with these parts, understand their intentions, and appreciate their efforts. By doing so, we help them trust us, allowing them to relax, transform their strategies, and become supportive allies on our healing journey.

Alongside the IFS approach, this group work will be enriched with somatic, expressive arts, and constellation tools to deepen our exploration and support our growth.

Before joining the group, there will be a 15-minute call to assess your readiness for this type of work and address any questions you may have.


DISCLAIMER!
This is a welcoming and inclusive space where we embrace and celebrate diversity. Everyone is welcome regardless of their gender identity, ethnicity, age, cultural background, sexual orientation, abilities, language proficiency, education, socio-economic status, or body size.

Who is this for?

YOUR BODY, YOUR STORY IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE

Struggling with body image and/or relationship with food: If concerns about your body or eating habits are negatively impacting your well-being, this group is here to support you.

Curious and open to self-exploration: If you’re interested in exploring your inner world within a group setting, this journey is designed for you.