IFS Institute Trainings
Whether you're a therapist, coach, or passionate learner, the IFS Institute offers structured training programs for every level of experience. Here’s a quick overview of what’s available:
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Mental Health Professionals
Can apply for Level 1, 2, and 3 IFS trainings to become certified.
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Coaches & Practitioners
Can join a specialized IFS track designed just for coaches, consultants, and wellness professionals.
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Non-Professionals
Can participate in self-paced learning or join the IFS Institute's global Inner Circle to grow their understanding of the model.
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We encourage you to explore all available paths and choose the one that best fits your background, goals, and interest in Internal Family Systems.
Disclaimer - Everything IFS is not affiliated with the IFS Institute. This page is intended to help you explore a range of well-regarded trainings that teach the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, whether or not they're offered through the official institute.
Looking for Official IFS Trainings?
Below are some of the core programs offered through the IFS Institute for professionals and non-professionals who want to deepen their understand of the model.
IFS Institute Online Circle
For Non-Professionals & Professionals
A 6-month self paced membership program that is open to anyone - whether you're a professional or simply passionate about IFS. Each month features in-depth teachings from senior trainers, guided practices, live Q&A calls, and opportunities to deepen your understand of the model.
IFS Institute Continuity Program
For IFS Level 1 Grads & Online Circle Participants
A highly popular monthly membership that helps you keep learning, stay connected, and deepen your IFS practice alongside others. Includes live monthly trainings, case consults, and Q&Q sessions in a supportive community with fellow IFS learners.
Trusted IFS Trainings
Outside the Official IFS Institute
Whether you're unable to access IFS Institute trainings or you're simply looking for something more flexible, affordable, or aligned with your learning style - there are incredible alternatives available.
Many professionals have built deep IFS skills through other paths. Below are trusted, well-regarded and very popular programs that can help you grow your understand and confidence with the model.
IFSCA - $3,200 CAD (approx. $2,300 USD)
Stepping Stones - 4 month training
IFSCA Stepping Stones is a well-regarded, 4 month online IFS training designed to help therapists, coaches and related professionals begin using IFS model with their clients. The program offers live weekly intensive zoom sessions, small group practice and supervised triad practices. Graduates earn a certificate.
IFS Connect - $2,200 CAD (approx. $1,600 USD)
Comprehensive 48 Hour IFS Intro Course
Led by Risa Adams - Certified Level 3 consultant, therapist and approved assistant who trains Level 1's at the IFS Institute. This 48-hour intensive training blends didactic teaching, live demos, guided triad practice, case consults and immersive workshops. Participants receive over 15 hours of supervised triad time and a certificate of completion.
IFS Skills Immersion
A step by step 12-week guide to the skills of IFS
Run by Stephanie Mitchell, a Level 3 Certified IFS Therapist, psychotherapist, teacher and supervisor. This 12-week online immersion focuses on attunement and hands-on skill building in the IFS model. Through live instruction, demo's, videos, and guided practice, you'll begin applying IFS tooks from week one. Weekly 4 hour sessions re supported by a team of experienced IFS practitioners, with midweek practice partners, WhatsApp community support, and structured feedback. This experiential course emphasizes real-time integration and is eligible for up to 48 hours of CPD credit with PACFA.
The Institute for Healing & Awakening
Run by Guthrie Sayen & Barti Bourgault. Participants meet for nine live two-day Zoom sessions (plus Q&As), exploring IFS through teachings, meditations, demos, peer practice, spiritual connection, embodiment, and the unburdening of exiles, while providing structured guidance through an 18-step process. You'll gain practical skills, deep inner connection and a certificate of completion with 40 ICF CCEs. This spiritually integrated training is designed for coaches, therapists and healing professionals who want to deepen their work with parts and Self
IFS Essentials - $2,100 USD
18 weeks of training & practice
Run by IFS level 3 Ted Riskin and IFS level 2 Elisa Cabal. Nine live training sessions and nine fully supervised practice groups, participants will explore key elements of IFS in a small, intimate cohort. The course includes 35.5 CE hours, optional personal sessions for newcomers, and recorded modules for flexible learning. Open to professionals working one-on-on in healing roles, this program provides structured support, experiential depth and personal attention in a trusted training environment.
Global Trauma Institute - $2,500 USD
Collective Insight 18 week training
Taught by Level 2 & 3 IFS Professionals. Using IFS to Inform Your Practice is an 18-week training that blends trauma-informed care with IFS principles. Designed for healing professionals, it includes didactic teaching, experiential exercises, parts mapping, and 15 hours of supervised triad work. Led by BIPOC and allied facilitators, this course offers a supportive, inclusive space to deepen your IFS skills and apply them in practice.
Introduction to IFS - $1,080 USD
12 week experiential training
Run by Trevor Bird & Lorri Ballard. Change the Way You Sit With Clients is a 12-week IFS introduction designed for therapists, coaches, and helping professionals. Through weekly sessions and experiential learning, you'll explore key IFS concepts like unblending, Self-leadership, and part relationships. This course offers a supportive entry point into IFS without the time or financial commitment of official Level 1 training—and helps you decide if deeper certification is right for you.
Concinnity®: IFS & Somatic Embodiment Training
12 week program
Run byAngela M Carter, Discover A New Dimension in Therapeutic Practice Concinnity®, our 12-week interactive, experiential training, delves deep into Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Embodiment (SE) principles and practices.
Thinking Hearts - $2,100 USD
Thinking Heart is a 16 week Comprehensive IFS training. The course will be run twice a year, starting in September/October and January/February with a minimum of 12 and a maximum of 18 people. It is open to social workers, therapists, counsellors, coaches and other healing professionals. Dr. David Stern is an IFS Certified Consultant consulting with IFS therapists from all over the world.