Carolyn Baynes, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)

Feeling Anxious, overwhelmed or stuck?
Sometimes we can know that something isn't working, but still find ourselves repeating the same thoughts, feelings or behaviours.

Rather than judging or trying to get rid of the parts of us that struggle, we can become curious about them, understand what they are trying to do for us and develop a kinder relationship with our inner world.

I offer IFS therapy in Farnham and online.

All parts of you are welcome here.

No pressure or obligation-just an opportunity to talk and see whether working together feels right for you.

Arrange a free initial conversation.

Brené Brown: “Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is just show up”

Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a different way of understanding ourselves

Internal Family Systems Therapy helps us slow down and meet all the different aspects of ourselves with compassion and curiosity.
What if the parts of you that are causing difficulties are actually trying to help?

Perhaps you are:
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or constantly alert

Struggling with intrusive or repetitive thoughts

Finding yourself caught I patterns or behaviours you don't understand

Being very hard on yourself

Struggling with sleep or finding it difficult to switch off

Experiencing difficulties around food or your body

Going through a difficult transition (birth, death, divorce, or other life change)

Struggling with your relationship or your role as a parent

Worried about your child's emotions, behaviour or school.

You don’t have to know exactly what's wrong before you get in touch.

We can begin with what's happening for you now.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) offers a gentle and compassionate way of getting to know the different parts of ourselves, understanding what they are trying to do for us, and helping them to let go of burdens they may have been carrying for a very long time.

Arrange a free initial conversation.

What is Internal Family Systems therapy?

You may sometimes feel as though different parts of you are pulling in different directions.

One part wants to rest, while another tells you to keep going.

One part wants to speak up, while another is frightened of what might happen.

One part knows you need to change something, while another seems to keep pulling you back into the same pattern.

IFS helps us get curious about these different parts rather than fighting against them.

Every part has a reason for being there. Even the parts that seem difficult, destructive or overwhelming are usually trying, in their own way, to protect you.

Together, we can begin to understand these parts with curiosity, compassion and warmth.

Over time, this can create more space inside — and with that space can come greater freedom, choice and ease.

All parts are welcome.

You don’t have to get rid of any part of yourself to feel better.

Perhaps it’s time to talk?

You don’t need to know exactly what you need before you get in touch.

You do’t need to ahve the right words.

And you don’t have to have everything figured out.

We can simply start with a conversation about what’s happening for you and see whether I might be the right person to help. Call or text: 07946 153054

Arrange a free initial conversation.

Want to experience my approach before getting in touch?

Centring Down with Compassion

Listen here

I’ve created a collection of mindfulness practices, meditations and reflections to help you slow down, notice what’s happening inside and develop a kinder relationship with yourself. Perhaps start with jut 10 minutes…

You can listen for free, whenever you need it.