Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapeutic model that views the mind as a complex system of distinct parts, each with its own perspective and feelings, much like a family. Developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz, IFS posits that we all have a core Self that is compassionate, curious, and calm, but this Self can become obscured by various parts that take on extreme roles due to life experiences and trauma. These parts can include Exiles, which hold onto pain and vulnerability; Managers, which strive to maintain control and protect the system; and Firefighters, which react impulsively to soothe the system’s distress. The goal of IFS therapy is to help individuals access their core Self, understand and heal their parts, and restore balance and harmony within their internal system. This approach fosters self-compassion, emotional healing, and personal growth by encouraging individuals to embrace and integrate all aspects of their inner world.

Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals heal from trauma and emotional suffering by fostering positive emotional experiences and secure attachment. Developed by Dr. Diana Fosha, AEDP is grounded in the belief that humans are inherently wired for growth, healing, and resilience. The therapy focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can access and process deep emotions and experiences. Through techniques that emphasize the therapeutic relationship, emotional attunement, and experiential processing, AEDP helps clients transform their pain and trauma into sources of strength and connection. The goal is to enable clients to experience and integrate core emotions, leading to profound personal growth, increased emotional regulation, and a greater capacity for intimacy and connection. By harnessing the power of positive emotional experiences and fostering a sense of secure attachment, AEDP aims to accelerate the healing process and promote lasting change.

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) is a therapeutic approach that centers on the importance of emotions in human experience and psychological change. Developed by Dr. Leslie Greenberg, EFT operates on the premise that emotions are key to identity and can be a powerful agent for change. This therapy focuses on helping clients become more aware of their emotions, understand their emotional responses, and transform maladaptive emotions into healthier ones. EFT involves creating a safe, empathetic, and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings deeply, identify unprocessed emotions, and work through them. By focusing on emotions, EFT aims to help clients develop better emotional regulation, resolve internal conflicts, and improve their interpersonal relationships. The ultimate goal of EFT is to empower individuals to use their emotions as a guide to make healthier choices, foster personal growth, and enhance their overall well-being.

Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) therapy is a therapeutic approach that combines the principles of mindfulness and self-compassion to promote emotional well-being and resilience. Developed by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer, MSC teaches individuals to respond to their own suffering with kindness, understanding, and support, much like how they would treat a good friend. This therapy involves practicing mindfulness to become aware of painful thoughts and emotions without judgment, and then applying self-compassion techniques to soothe and comfort oneself. MSC helps individuals break the cycle of self-criticism and negative self-talk, fostering a sense of self-worth and inner strength. By cultivating a compassionate mindset, clients can better manage stress, recover from setbacks, and enhance their emotional health. The goal of MSC is to develop a more compassionate and nurturing relationship with oneself, leading to improved mental health and a greater capacity for dealing with life’s challenges.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a client-centered, directive therapeutic approach designed to enhance motivation and commitment to change. Developed by psychologists William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick, MI is particularly effective in addressing ambivalence and resistance to change. This approach is grounded in the principles of collaboration, evocation, and autonomy, emphasizing the therapist’s role in eliciting the client's own motivations and goals rather than imposing external directives. Through open-ended questions, reflective listening, and affirmations, therapists help clients explore their desires, abilities, reasons, and need for change, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-efficacy. MI is widely used in various settings, including addiction treatment, health care, and behavioural change interventions, helping clients move from contemplation to action by resolving ambivalence and reinforcing their intrinsic motivation for positive change.

Relational and Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on the importance of interpersonal relationships and early attachment experiences in shaping an individual's emotional and psychological well-being. Rooted in attachment theory, which was pioneered by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, this therapeutic approach emphasizes the impact of early bonds with caregivers on one's ability to form secure and healthy relationships throughout life. The therapy aims to uncover and address patterns of attachment that may contribute to relational difficulties, emotional distress, or maladaptive behaviors. By exploring these dynamics in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can gain insight into their attachment styles, heal from past relational wounds, and develop more secure and fulfilling connections. Therapists work to create a corrective emotional experience, providing a stable and empathetic presence that helps clients rewire their attachment patterns, fostering greater emotional resilience and healthier relationships.