Internal Family Systems (IFS): A Didactic And Experiential Introduction

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based, experiential, and transformative modality for working with the inner world, offering powerful opportunities for healing and lasting change. Join Lorri Ballard (MA, LPCC, EMDR Certified Therapist, IFS Certified Therapist, IFS-Approved Clinical Consultant) and Trevor Bird (Executive IFS Coach, IFS Certified Practitioner, ICF Certified Coach - ACC) in this introductory course that provides a foundational understanding of the IFS model. Participants will engage in both didactic learning and experiential exercises to explore the core concepts of IFS, including parts, Self, and the internal system dynamics. Participants will begin developing the skills to view clients systemically—as comprised of parts and Self.

Please note: This course is meant as an introductory overview of IFT. The designation of "IFS-trained" can only be achieved via the IFS Institute's official Level 1 extensive training.

4 CEs available to NYS LMHCs, LMFTs, LCSWs, LMSWs, LCATs, NYS Licensed Psychologists and NYS Licensed Psychoanalysts provided by Hudson Valley Professional Development, LLC upon successful completion of training.

Objectives:

Upon completion, course participants will be able to:

-develop a foundational understanding of the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, including its core concepts of parts, Self, and internal system dynamics.

-recognize and describe the roles and functions of different types of parts (e.g., exiles, managers, firefighters) within the internal system.

-understand the concept of Self and its qualities, and begin identifying how Self-energy can support healing within the internal system.

-apply a systemic lens to client work, beginning to view clients as composed of multiple parts and Self, rather than as singular or static identities.

-engage in experiential exercises to deepen personal integration and embodiment of the IFS model, fostering insight into one’s own internal system.

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In accordance with the NY State Department of Education guidelines, in order to receive continuing education contact hours, a participant needs to be present for the duration of the workshop/training. Therefore, participants who arrive late or leave the event early will not be granted a certificate of completion.

​Cancellation Policy: Refunds will be provided for cancellations made in writing up to the day before the event.

Accommodations and Accessibility: HVPD welcomes participants with diverse abilities. Please contact us at info@hudsonvalleyprofessionaldevelopment.com to request accessibility accommodations. Accommodation requests are considered in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Lorri Ballard

MA, LPCC, EMDR Certified Therapist, IFS Certified Therapist, IFS-Approved Clinical Consultant

Lorri Ballard is a licensed clinical counselor in Santa Fe, NM. She is the founder of Luna Counseling where she provides IFS and EMDR therapy to clients, and the co-founder of the Inner World Collective that provides Internal Family Systems courses, consultation and an online platform of comprehensive IFS resources. She is both a Certified IFS & EMDR therapist and an IFS Clinical Consultant. Lorri holds extensive experience and training in trauma-informed and evidence-based modalities. With an MA in both Mental Health Counseling and  Education, Lorri’s academic journey directly relates to her professional dedication to foster healing and resilience in her clients and teach therapists best practices around trauma-informed therapeutic modalities.

Lorri’s core intention is to support clients to see their own magnificence - their own inherent ability to heal and connect to their authentic Self. Ultimately she supports clients to experience consistent self-love and the opportunity to unburden anything that clouds who they actually are. 

Through her work at Luna Counseling and the Inner World Collective, Lorri’s known for her warm, grounded presence, creating space where clients and professionals alike feel empowered to explore their vast inner worlds, develop self-awareness, and step more fully into their agency and the confidence of who they are and the gifts that they carry.

Trevor Bird

Executive IFS Coach, IFS Certified Practitioner, ICF Certified Coach - ACC

Trevor Bird is a Certified IFS Practitioner, Executive Coach, and former celebrity chef passionate about helping individuals make sense of inner and outer conflict. Drawing from personal experiences and professional expertise, Trevor specializes in addressing shame, disconnection from self and others, and emotional overwhelm. His goal is to help clients embrace authenticity, develop resilience, and foster meaningful, lasting connections. Trevor provides personalized coaching for individuals looking to find clarity,  fostering meaningful connections while connecting with their true selves. He also offers personal development courses and hosts quarterly men's groups focusing on building relationships, building values and integrity, and emotional awareness. 

As the co-founder of the Inner World Collective, Trevor offers IFS education to therapists, coaches, and helping professionals. The Collective offers online courses, in-person IFS immersives, and extensive educational resources through a dedicated IFS membership platform designed to build foundational knowledge, sharpen skills, and foster confidence in applying IFS principles in professional settings.

Based in Canada, Trevor combines his passion for fostering human connection—with oneself and the world around them—with his talent for guiding others toward clarity, purpose, and compassion. His work inspires individuals to cultivate authenticity, heal with self-compassion, and live in alignment with their values.

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