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Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS Therapy: Parts Work, Panic & ProtectorsIn this episode, John Clarke answers therapists’ questions about applying Internal Family Systems in real clinical situations. Topics include working with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), perfectionistic protector parts, and fear-based panic responses. John also shares a simple lens that can change how therapists understand client behavior. 3 Key TakeawaysA simple framework that can change how you interpret what clients say in session.Why therapy stalls and how slowing down with protector parts changes the work.The question that helps high-functioning clients reconnect with their true Self.Resources & Offerings:➡️ Free IFS Tra...
2026-03-0928 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutWhen Kundalini Awakening Feels Like TraumaWhat happens when a spiritual awakening feels more like a psychological breakdown?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Peter Legård Nielsen to explore spontaneous Kundalini awakenings through the lens of IFS. Peter shares his own harrowing experience of a sudden awakening at age 18 that led to insomnia, terror, and years of destabilization, and how IFS ultimately helped him transform that trauma into integration, healing, and meaning.We explore how to discern Kundalini energy from trauma responses or unattached burdens, how therapists can safely approach this territory, and why relationship — not suppression — may be th...
2026-03-0237 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS Protectors, ADHD & Work Addiction ➡️ Free IFS Training for Therapists: From Burnout to Balance: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast In this live Q&A episode of Going Inside, I answer real-time questions from therapists about high-achieving clients, ADHD and over-functioning, shutdown responses during trauma work, and the deeper question: are memories actually parts?We explore how protector parts drive work addiction, why some clients can’t stop checking email, what’s really happening when someone gets sleepy during parts work, and how polarized masculine protectors impact relationships. This episode dives into the subtle complexities of IFS while keeping it grounded and practi...
2026-02-2324 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutAccessing Self Energy: A 6-Minute Reset for TherapistsWhat if you could access clarity, compassion, and grounded leadership in just a few minutes?In this short guided meditation, John invites you to pause and take inventory of what you’re carrying — from your professional roles to your personal responsibilities — and reconnect with Self energy. This practice helps you shift from doing to being, from reacting to leading from the heart. Whether you’re between sessions or starting your day, this 6-minute reset is a simple way to return to your center.3 Key TakeawaysDiscover what you are carrying right now that isn...
2026-02-1606 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS or SE First? The Grounding Debate Therapists FaceIn this live Q&A episode of Going Inside, John Clarke dives deep into the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Experiencing (SE). Therapists asked real questions about how to ground clients with complex trauma, whether SE can bypass protectors, and how to handle burnout, fear of messing up, and imposter syndrome. John offers raw, nuanced insights—from co-regulation to clinical contracting—that will resonate with any trauma-informed therapist striving to do deeper, more relational work.🔑 3 Key TakeawaysIs SE bypassing your client’s protectors? Learn how to spot subtle protector...
2026-02-0923 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutAI, Exiles & Ethics in IFS What Therapists Must KnowIn this episode of Going Inside Live, John Clarke unpacks some of the most pressing questions therapists are facing today. From the ethical risks of moving too fast with exiles in IFS therapy, to how AI is already being used by clients and therapists alike, this episode offers grounded insight and practical advice. Whether you're navigating parts work or exploring how AI tools fit into your practice, John’s perspective will help you deepen your skill and awareness as a therapist.3 Key Takeaways:Why rushing toward exiles in IFS can backfire — and how to rebu...
2026-01-2625 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHow IFS Changes Everything for TherapistsIn this solo episode, John Clarke explores how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy reshapes the way therapists understand their clients, their work, and themselves. He answers live questions from fellow practitioners about numbness, blending, unburdening fallout, and parts that resist the IFS model entirely. With raw honesty and grounded clinical insight, John also shares how grief, meaninglessness, and therapist rescuing energy show up in the room—and how to handle it all with curiosity and compassion.If you're craving a deeper therapeutic experience—for your clients and yourself—this episode will guide you back to self-energy, presence, and pu...
2026-01-1926 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS + Somatic Tools: The Therapist's Guide to Real HealingWhat does it really mean to integrate IFS and somatic work in a way that’s effective — not just for your clients, but for you as the therapist? In this live Q&A episode, John Clarke dives deep into the intersections of IFS, polyvagal theory, somatic therapy, and nervous system regulation. Whether you're navigating anxious clients, parts that over-intellectualize, or your own burnout, this episode offers grounded insights and powerful frameworks to help you heal and show up with more self-energy.3 Key TakeawaysWhy trying to “regulate” might actually shut down the trailhead...
2026-01-1238 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutWhat to Do When IFS Feels Stuck (Protectors, Direct Access & More)In this solo Going Inside Live episode, John Clarke dives deep into what to do when your IFS sessions hit a wall - when clients feel shut down, protectors won’t budge, and insight isn’t working. Whether you’re facing “I don’t know” responses, feeling stuck as a therapist, or unsure how to use direct access effectively, this episode gives you grounded, real-world strategies to move forward. Plus: John shares how he maps parts in-session, stays in Self, and supports clients (and himself) through stuckness.Key TakeawaysWhy insight isn’t always enough and wha...
2025-12-0933 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutTransforming Shame with Parts Work: The Self-Love TriangleWhat if your inner critic, your shame, and your perfectionism are all working together in secret? In this episode, John Clarke sits down with Jessica Fern and David Cooley, authors of Transforming the Shame Triangle: From Shame to Love Using Parts Work, to explore the unconscious internal system that keeps us stuck—and how to break free. Whether you're a therapist, coach, or someone doing deep inner work, this conversation introduces a powerful IFS-inspired framework for turning shame into compassion and healing from the inside out.Key Takeaways:Why shame is rarely just one pa...
2025-12-0139 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutCan IFS Therapy Be Dangerous? What You Need to KnowIn this episode of Going Inside Live, John Clarke tackles a wide range of real-time questions from therapists, including a provocative one: Can Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy actually be harmful? John explores the nuances of working with protectors, polarization, dissociation, DID, and the ethical concerns therapists face when practicing powerful modalities like IFS.Whether you're an IFS practitioner or just curious about parts work, this episode is filled with candid insights and clinical gems to deepen your therapeutic presence.3 Key Takeaways:Why IFS Might Be “Too Powerful” – Learn how bypassing protectors or div...
2025-11-2436 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutWhy Insight Work Fails—and How to Go Deeper with IFSWhen clients say “I don’t know” in session, it can feel like hitting a wall. In this live Q&A episode, John Clarke breaks down what’s really happening when insight work stalls—and how Internal Family Systems (IFS) offers a radically different way forward. From hypoarousal and hopelessness to therapist parts that want to fix everything, this episode gives practical strategies for going deeper, staying in self, and navigating the complexity of parts work. Whether you're doing IFS solo or with clients, you'll walk away with tools, insights, and a deeper respect for the process.Key Take...
2025-11-1740 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutCece Sykes on IFS, Addiction & The Power of ChoiceIn this episode of Going Inside, John Clarke sits down with the legendary Cece Sykes, IFS trainer, therapist, and pioneer in the field of addiction recovery, for a rich, open-ended conversation about the complex dance between trauma, addictive processes, and the healing power of choice.Together, they break down a real client demo, the challenges therapists face when healing feels urgent, and how the IFS model bridges the gap between trauma treatment and addiction recovery. 3 Key TakeawaysWhat if your inner critic isn’t you — but your parent’s energy?When speed becomes...
2025-11-101h 02Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHow to Work With Protective Parts & Build Safety in IFS TherapyIn this live Q&A episode, John Clarke dives deep into how to skillfully navigate protective parts in IFS therapy and why safety is the cornerstone of effective trauma work. You'll learn practical, real-world techniques to help clients unblend, access Self energy, and build trust with even the most entrenched protectors. Whether you're new to IFS or looking to refine your clinical skills, this episode is packed with insights, case examples, and therapist tools you can use right away.🔑 Key TakeawaysThe First Sign You’re Blended (and What to Do About It): John shares how body...
2025-11-0440 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHow to Work With Protective Parts & Build Safety in IFS TherapyIn this live Q&A episode, John Clarke dives deep into how to skillfully navigate protective parts in IFS therapy and why safety is the cornerstone of effective trauma work. You'll learn practical, real-world techniques to help clients unblend, access Self energy, and build trust with even the most entrenched protectors. Whether you're new to IFS or looking to refine your clinical skills, this episode is packed with insights, case examples, and therapist tools you can use right away.🔑 Key TakeawaysThe First Sign You’re Blended (and What to Do About It): John shares how body...
2025-11-0340 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutWhy Therapists Struggle With Money (And How to Heal It) with Nadine ZumotTherapists are trained to hold space for others,but not for their own financial stories. In this powerful conversation, trauma-informed money coach Nadine Zumot joins John to unpack the hidden emotional wounds behind money shame, avoidance, and burnout. Together, they explore how trauma shapes our money behaviors, why fee-setting can feel “dirty,” and how somatic healing can help therapists finally feel in control of their finances.🔑 3 Key Takeaways:Money avoidance isn’t just procrastination — it’s often a trauma response. Learn how therapists’ unhealed wounds manifest in financial patterns like undercharging, overspending, or obsessing.You can’t minds...
2025-10-2041 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSomatic Work, Scope Creep & Staying Ethical with Danica Harris➡️ Start showing up to every session grounded, attuned, and fully resourced with the Self-Energy Guide for Therapists: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/self-energy-guide-orgWhat happens when a trauma therapist steps outside the traditional therapy model to create a more embodied, flexible, and client-centered way of healing?In this powerful conversation, somatic practitioner Dr. Danica Harris joins John Clarke to explore what it really means to heal from complex trauma without retraumatization. Together, they unpack the difference between therapy and somatic coaching, why retelling the trauma story isn’t necessary for healing, and how to work at the pace...
2025-10-1353 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSomatic Work, Scope Creep & Staying Ethical with Danica Harris➡️ Start showing up to every session grounded, attuned, and fully resourced with the Self-Energy Guide for Therapists: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/self-energy-guide-orgWhat happens when a trauma therapist steps outside the traditional therapy model to create a more embodied, flexible, and client-centered way of healing?In this powerful conversation, somatic practitioner Dr. Danica Harris joins John Clarke to explore what it really means to heal from complex trauma without retraumatization. Together, they unpack the difference between therapy and somatic coaching, why retelling the trauma story isn’t necessary for healing, and how to work at the pace...
2025-10-1353 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSomatic Work, Scope Creep & Staying Ethical with Danica Harris➡️ Start showing up to every session grounded, attuned, and fully resourced with the Self-Energy Guide for Therapists: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/self-energy-guide-orgWhat happens when a trauma therapist steps outside the traditional therapy model to create a more embodied, flexible, and client-centered way of healing?In this powerful conversation, somatic practitioner Dr. Danica Harris joins John Clarke to explore what it really means to heal from complex trauma without retraumatization. Together, they unpack the difference between therapy and somatic coaching, why retelling the trauma story isn’t necessary for healing, and how to work at the pace...
2025-10-1353 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutDissociation, Attachment Trauma & the Brainstem with Nikki NooteboomDissociation, Attachment Trauma & the Brainstem with Nikki NooteboomIn this episode of Going Inside, Dutch therapist and trainer Nikki Nooteboom joins John to explore how neurobiology is reshaping trauma therapy. From the vestibular system to dissociation and the default mode network, Nikki breaks down the deep physiological roots of trauma — and how to work with them more effectively in clinical practice. If you've ever wondered why some clients can't stay grounded or why insight alone doesn't lead to healing, this conversation is for you.🔑 3 Key TakeawaysWhy Knowing Isn’t Healing...
2025-09-2951 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSomatic Secrets to Healing Deep Emotional Wounds with Marina ShrinerIn this deeply moving episode of Going Inside, John sits down with somatic coach Marina Shriner for a raw and resonant exploration of how trauma hides in the body—and how it silently shapes our relationships, self-worth, and emotional patterns.From immigration and war to abusive relationships and business breakdowns, Marina shares her personal healing journey and why talk therapy wasn’t enough. She reveals the powerful truth about what happens when we stop trying to think our way out of trauma—and start feeling our way through it.Key Takeaways🔑 You can't...
2025-09-2244 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutNavigating Non-Monogamy & Attachment with Jessica FernIn this episode of Going Inside, John Clarke sits down with Jessica Fern—IFS-trained trauma therapist and author of Polysecure—to explore what really happens inside our systems when we open up relationships. They unpack the intersection of attachment, trauma, and non-monogamy, and how IFS brings clarity and healing to the parts that get activated. Whether you're a therapist, curious about ethical non-monogamy, or working on your own attachment wounding, this conversation offers powerful insight, practical frameworks, and plenty of aha moments.Key Takeaways:Why "opening up" a relationship often opens old wounds first—and ho...
2025-09-1550 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutThe Hidden Power of Grief in Healing Trauma with Rebecca WongGrief isn’t just about loss — it’s also a doorway into healing. In this deeply resonant conversation, relational therapist Rebecca Wong and host John Clarke explore how grief, when met with presence and curiosity, becomes a powerful force for integration and connection. Together, we dive into what it means to turn toward our discomfort, build trust with our nervous systems, and honor the wisdom already within us.Whether you’re a therapist, a client, or a human navigating this wild experience of being alive, this episode will help you reflect on your own relationship with pain, healing...
2025-09-0847 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutFrom Parts to Parenting: IFS Insights with Anna VincentzWhat if parenting challenges—and therapeutic resistance—make perfect sense? In this episode, John Clarke sits down with Danish IFS therapist and parenting model creator Anna Vincentz to explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) offers a powerful lens for working with both clients and their families. Anna shares how her personal journey with neurodivergence, trauma, and parenthood led her to develop New Danish Parenting, a model that centers nervous system regulation, attachment, and deep curiosity.This conversation is packed with practical insights for therapists navigating complex systems—inside and out.3 Key Takeaways:⚪ Wh...
2025-08-2552 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIntegrating IFS & EMDR for Trauma Recovery with Daphne Fatter➡️ Free IFS Training for Therapists: From Burnout to Balance: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcastIn this insightful episode of Going Inside, John Clarke sits down with Dr. Daphne Fatter to explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can be integrated for powerful trauma recovery work. Dr. Fatter shares her step-by-step approach to blending these models, offering practical tips for clinicians working with complex trauma. From building client readiness to navigating the nuances of protector parts and exiles, this conversation is packed with concrete strategies, clinical wisdom, and encouragement for therapists ready to d...
2025-08-1142 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutBob Falconer on IFS, Spirituality, and TraumaIn this soul-stirring conversation, IFS pioneer Bob Falconer returns to explore the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS), spirituality, and trauma healing. We discuss how trauma creates separation, the necessity of spiritual connection in deep healing, and how curiosity can be a transformative force. Bob shares insight from his upcoming books and over 50 years of clinical experience, emphasizing the porous nature of the mind and the healing power of respectful engagement with all parts of the self—both personal and transpersonal. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to open your inner world with compassion and wonder.3 Ke...
2025-08-0456 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutThe Truth About Healing Complex PTSD with Psychedelics with Will Van DerveerIn this powerful episode, psychiatrist and psychedelic therapy researcher Dr. Will Van Derveer joins John to explore the cutting-edge world of MDMA-assisted therapy and how it's changing the game for trauma recovery. They unpack the failures of conventional psychiatry, the neuroscience behind MDMA’s healing power, and why training—and restraint—are everything when it comes to this work. If you’re curious about psychedelic therapy or working with trauma more effectively, this one’s for you.🔑 Key Takeaways:The MDMA Data That Stunned the Field – Discover why an 83% recovery rate from treatment-resistant PTSD shook the psych...
2025-07-2839 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS Demo Dissection with SandraIn this special breakdown episode, John Clarke takes us inside a real IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapy session with a demo client named Sandra. With transparency and depth, John unpacks the nuances of their interaction, from checking in with previously unburdened parts to recognizing a live polarity between imagination and expectations. This session is packed with insights for both practitioners and those curious about the IFS model. Expect honest reflections, subtle therapeutic moves, and rich emotional terrain.3 Key Takeaways:Discover how a single metaphorical image—like a genie named "Jolly Jeanie"—can illuminate the gift...
2025-07-2124 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutTrauma Healing Without Talk Therapy with Emmy FergusonWhat if healing trauma didn’t have to happen in an office—or even through traditional “talk therapy”? In this episode of Going Inside, John Clarke sits down with therapist Emmy Ferguson to explore how IFS (Internal Family Systems), nonviolent communication, and extended wilderness experiences can create profound healing and growth. Emmy shares her journey from leading month-long outdoor expeditions to becoming a therapist, and how she helps people unlock their emotional resilience by stepping into discomfort, conflict, and connection.Whether you’re a therapist, a healer, or someone on your own growth journey, this episode invites you to ret...
2025-07-1451 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutTreating Childhood Trauma with EMDR with Debra WesselmannIn this episode of Going Inside, trauma therapist John Clarke sits down with Debra Wesselmann, MS, LIMHP, to explore her decades of work with attachment trauma in children. Debra shares the evolution of her integrative model combining EMDR and family therapy, explains how to work effectively with kids carrying "little parts" of trauma inside, and highlights the critical role of parents in the healing process. Whether you're a clinician or a curious listener, this conversation offers valuable insights into the art and science of trauma therapy.3 Key Takeaways:🌱 Discover why traditional EMDR protocols oft...
2025-07-0745 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS Demo Dissection with SandraIn this special breakdown episode, John Clarke takes us inside a real IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapy session with a demo client named Sandra. With transparency and depth, John unpacks the nuances of their interaction, from checking in with previously unburdened parts to recognizing a live polarity between imagination and expectations. This session is packed with insights for both practitioners and those curious about the IFS model. Expect honest reflections, subtle therapeutic moves, and rich emotional terrain.3 Key Takeaways:✔️ Discover how a single metaphorical image—like a genie named "Jolly Jeanie"—can illuminate the gift...
2025-06-3027 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSelf-Led Classrooms Part 2 with Tim AmaralIn this powerful follow-up episode, trauma therapist John Clarke welcomes back Tim Amaral, an award-winning adult educator and creator of the Self-Led Learning model. Together, they explore how traditional education systems often undermine a student's sense of worth—and what it looks like to build classrooms rooted in connection, self-worth, and authentic community. Tim shares profound insights on how trauma-informed education can transform lives, why belonging is the foundation of learning, and what happens when students are finally seen and valued for who they are, not just what they achieve.3 Key Takeaways:What if ed...
2025-06-2356 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS, Energy Work, and Ancestral Healing with Seth KopaldIn this expansive and heartfelt conversation, John Clarke sits down again with IFS practitioner and mystically-inclined guide Seth Kopald. What begins as a discussion of Internal Family Systems quickly evolves into something deeper — an exploration of the energetic, ancestral, and spiritual forces that shape who we are. From mystical downloads to subtle energy shifts, Seth shares how he blends IFS with reiki, intuitive knowing, and ancestral connection to help clients heal in multidimensional ways. If you've ever sensed there's "more" going on in a session — or in yourself — this one’s for you.🔑 Key Takeaways:What happ...
2025-06-1651 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutJohn Reacts to IFS Demo with "Ace"In this episode of Going Inside, I share my real-time reflections and therapeutic insights while reviewing an IFS demo session with a volunteer client named Ace. With careful attention to pace, consent, and safety, I break down the many micro-decisions made throughout the session — revealing the internal logic and nuance behind the IFS model. Whether you’re a therapist seeking to deepen your client work or someone curious about what an IFS session really feels like, this episode offers a rare and compassionate behind-the-scenes perspective.Key Takeaways:The micro-decisions therapists make throughout an IFS sess...
2025-06-0931 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutBob Falconer on IFS, Spirituality, and TraumaIn this soul-stirring conversation, IFS pioneer Bob Falconer returns to explore the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS), spirituality, and trauma healing. We discuss how trauma creates separation, the necessity of spiritual connection in deep healing, and how curiosity can be a transformative force. Bob shares insight from his upcoming books and over 50 years of clinical experience, emphasizing the porous nature of the mind and the healing power of respectful engagement with all parts of the self—both personal and transpersonal. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to open your inner world with compassion and wonder.3 Ke...
2025-06-0251 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutJohn Remembers Ralph De La RosaIn this special and deeply personal episode, John Clarke pays tribute to the late Ralph De La Rosa — a gifted author, meditation teacher, musician, and trauma survivor whose voice and message left an indelible mark on the healing community. Through reflections, audio clips, and emotional commentary, John revisits their original interview and shares the impact Ralph had on his life and work. Together, they explore trauma, IFS, Buddhism, and the power of radical self-compassion.Key TakeawaysWhat if healing isn’t about fixing yourself? Ralph shares a radically different view of healing — one that doesn’...
2025-05-2619 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSelf-Led Classrooms with Tim Amaral➡️Free IFS Training for Therapists: From Burnout to Balance: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcastIn this powerful episode of Going Inside, trauma therapist John Clarke sits down with award-winning educator Tim Amaral to explore how trauma-informed practices can transform education. Tim shares his journey from martial arts instructor to adult educator, revealing the development of the Self-Led Classroom model and its deep integration of IFS (Internal Family Systems) principles. Together, they discuss how safety, connection, and a sense of belonging are essential for meaningful learning. If you've ever questioned traditional education or wondered how to reach students or c...
2025-05-1940 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHow EMDR & Tech Are Transforming Trauma Therapy with Brad Mosell➡️ Free IFS Training for Therapists: From Burnout to Balance: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcastIn this conversation, John Clarke interviews Brad Mosell, founder and CEO of Dharma Doctor, about Brad’s journey into the mental health field, the development of accessible mental health interventions, and the evolution of their product, which integrates EMDR and bilateral stimulation. They discuss the importance of addressing trauma in educational settings, the role of teachers in mental health, and the future of therapy technology, including the integration of biometrics and AI in therapeutic practices.Key takeaways:Discover how bi...
2025-05-1332 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSwedenborg & IFS with Bob Falconer, Chelsea Odhner, and Jonathan RoseIn this conversation, John Clarke brings together a panel of colleagues and co-authors to dive into their new book, Opening the Inner World. Together, they explore where Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy meets the spiritual insights of Emanuel Swedenborg. The panel shares their own journeys, the transformative impact of IFS, and how Swedenborg’s teachings on the inner self and divine inflow can deepen our understanding of trauma and healing. They also discuss the nature of consciousness, the power of inner dialogue, and the role of spirit in our lives — highlighting how self-awareness and a connection to the divine can...
2025-04-2843 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHypnosis and IFS with Elena KundroIn this episode of Going Inside, host John Clarke sits down with integrative therapy guide Elena Kundro to explore the powerful intersection of hypnosis and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, they unpack how trance states and somatic work can deepen self-awareness and accelerate healing, especially when traditional therapeutic approaches fall short. Elena shares insights from her own personal healing journey, lessons from guiding clients through inner work, and how blending spiritual practices with IFS has transformed the way she helps others reconnect to their true selves.Whether you're a therapist, healer, or someone deep on your own...
2025-04-2146 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutReiki and Sound Healing with Boshko BoskovicIn this enlightening episode of Going Inside, trauma therapist John Clark sits down with Reiki master and certified sound healing practitioner Boshko Boskovic. Boshko shares how his personal health journey led him to energy work, and how practices like Reiki and sound healing can profoundly support trauma recovery and energetic hygiene. The conversation dives into the science and spirituality behind these healing modalities, the importance of tuning into your own energy field, and practical ways therapists and sensitive individuals can care for their energy in a noisy, high-stress world.3 key takeaways:Energetic hygiene is...
2025-04-1446 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutJohn Reacts to Mel Galbraith IFS InterviewIn this solo episode, I reflect on my recent conversation with Mel Galbraith, the COO of IFSCA, and dive deeper into the challenges of practicing Internal Family Systems (IFS). I talk about the tricky balance therapists often face—how easy it is to show up with the best intentions, but accidentally lead from self-like parts instead of true self-energy. You’ll hear me share some personal insights on why slowing down is so essential in this work, why letting go of an agenda actually helps clients go deeper, and how even seasoned therapists can unknowingly blend with their own part...
2025-03-3113 min