Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy

IFS Therapy, from the comfort of your space

If you feel disconnected from yourself—or like your inner world is a battlefield—Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a way to reconnect with the parts of you that have been silenced, overworked, or overwhelmed.

And now, that reconnection doesn’t have to happen in an office.

Our trauma-informed IFS therapists offer virtual therapy to clients across British Columbia, making it possible to do deep, meaningful work from the privacy of your own space.

What is Online IFS Therapy?

Online IFS therapy uses the same model as in-person sessions—focusing on building trust between your core Self and your inner parts—but delivered through a secure video platform.

IFS views your mind as made up of protective parts, wounded parts, and a core Self. In online sessions, we help you:
• Identify and get to know your protective parts
• Understand the fears and hopes they carry
• Gently reconnect with younger, exiled parts of yourself
• Let your Self lead with curiosity and compassion

Does IFS Work Online?

Yes—and in some ways, online therapy can make IFS even more accessible.

You might feel safer doing this work in your own home, surrounded by comforting items or tools that help your nervous system settle.
Some clients even find it easier to connect with their parts without the pressure of being physically in the same room as their therapist.

All you need is a quiet space, a stable internet connection, and a willingness to explore.

Our Approach to Virtual IFS

Online IFS sessions are never cookie-cutter. Our therapists are trained in multiple trauma-informed approaches and will tailor your sessions based on what you need.

We may integrate:
• EMDR therapy, using bilateral stimulation that works effectively online
• Somatic tracking and grounding tools that help you stay connected
• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing for nervous system support
• Attachment-based and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) for deeper emotional processing

Whether you're navigating complex trauma, burnout, anxiety, or spiritual pain, online IFS creates space for clarity and inner safety.

Who We Support and Where

Our online IFS therapy services are available across British Columbia, with a focus on areas where access to trauma-informed care is limited.

We work with clients in:
• Prince Rupert, Terrace, and Kitimat
• Fort St. John and Dawson Creek
• Kamloops, Vernon, and Salmon Arm
• Castlegar, Nelson, and Cranbrook
• Sunshine Coast and Gulf Islands
• Tofino, Ucluelet, and Port Hardy
• Haida Gwaii and other remote Indigenous communities
• Rural or off-grid areas with limited access to in-person therapy

If you have a stable internet connection and a quiet space, this work is available to you.

Online IFS May Be a Good Fit If You…
• Live in BC and want access to skilled trauma therapists
• Are managing C-PTSD, complex childhood trauma, or parts-based inner conflict
• Prefer the privacy, ease, or accessibility of virtual sessions
• Have protectors who feel more comfortable at home
• Want to go deeper than coping skills and talk therapy

How Online Sessions Work

Sessions take place over secure video.
You can attend from a laptop, tablet, or phone—whatever helps you feel present and grounded.

Some clients like to:
• Light a candle, hold a grounding object, or keep a journal nearby
• Use earbuds or headphones for privacy and deeper focus
• Create a consistent setup for ongoing emotional safety

You’re not required to be “on” or perform. The work meets you where you are.

Ready to Start Online IFS Therapy?

Wherever you are in BC, we’re here to support your inner healing.

Book a virtual consultation
or contact us through our new client form and we’ll guide you from there.

You Might Also Be Interested In:

Related Blogs:
• IFS and the Inner Critic: Anxiety’s Protective Edge
• When You Feel Like You’re Sabotaging Yourself: IFS and Internal Conflict
• Why Avoidance Isn’t Laziness: Understanding Inner Protectors

Related Services:
• IFS Therapy in Surrey
• Online EMDR Therapy
• Somatic Therapy in Surrey

FAQs

Is online IFS as effective as in-person?
Yes. Many clients experience meaningful insight and emotional release in online sessions. The home environment can sometimes help parts feel more relaxed.

Do I need to prepare anything before a session?
Not much—just a quiet space where you won’t be interrupted. You might want to bring a journal, tissue, or something comforting.

Can I switch to in-person later?
Absolutely. We offer both online and in-person sessions, and you can transition if and when it feels right.

What if I dissociate or freeze during online sessions?
Your therapist is trained to recognize those signs and will help you ground gently. We’ll co-create strategies that support your nervous system.