About Bern
Family violence; parent-child relationships (as related to parent trauma experiences); work with children and teens
Bern is based in Auckland, New Zealand, holds the Internal Family Systems - Level 1 Internal Family Systems Skills Immersion (Stephanie Mitchell, Connection Heals) Trauma Through a Child's Eyes (Maggie Kline, Conscious Connections) Master of Social Work (Applied) Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Fully Regis credential and has completed IFS Training Level 1, and offers sessions via telehealth.
IFS Training & Credentials
Bern holds the Internal Family Systems - Level 1 Internal Family Systems Skills Immersion (Stephanie Mitchell, Connection Heals) Trauma Through a Child's Eyes (Maggie Kline, Conscious Connections) Master of Social Work (Applied) Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Fully Regis credential.
Bern has completed IFS Training Level 1 (foundational).
Sessions
- Telehealth (online) sessions available
- Languages: English
- Currently accepting new clients
Location
Bern practises in Auckland, New Zealand. Bern also offers IFS therapy via telehealth to clients in additional locations.
About Internal Family Systems Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based psychotherapy model developed by Dr Richard Schwartz. IFS views the mind as naturally composed of "parts" — sub-personalities that carry burdens from past experiences — alongside a core "Self" that is compassionate and curious. In IFS therapy, the goal is not to eliminate parts but to help them unburden and work in harmony, led by the Self.
IFS is used to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and a wide range of other concerns. It is recognised by SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices and has a growing body of peer-reviewed research supporting its effectiveness.
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