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Going 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 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSelf-Like Parts & IFS with Mel Galbraith of IFSCAIn this episode, I’m joined again by Mel Galbraith of IFSCA, a seasoned IFS therapist and teacher, to dive into what it means to be self-led in the therapy room. We talk about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways our therapist parts show up during sessions, and how being human—and having parts—doesn’t make us bad therapists. In fact, when we tend to those parts with care, we actually expand our ability to hold space for clients. We explore how therapist agendas can interrupt attunement, why love and curiosity are key to working with any system, and how the...
2025-03-2449 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutThe 6 F's in Action | Live IFS Demonstration CommentaryIn this episode, I take you inside an IFS session by revisiting a past demo and offering live commentary on my thought process, choice points, and reflections. You'll see firsthand how the Six F’s of IFS (Find, Focus, Flesh Out, Feel, Fear, Befriend) unfold in real time as I guide a client through working with a protective part that resists emotional closeness. I break down the importance of tracking parts, honoring protectors, and moving at the speed of trust to ensure safety and effectiveness in the IFS process. 🌿 Key takeaways:The Six F’s of IFS...
2025-03-1729 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHealing Circles and the Power of Group Work with Carrie HaynesGroup therapy offers a unique healing experience that individual work alone cannot replicate. In this episode, I sit down with therapist and group work specialist Carrie Haynes, LPC, to explore the profound impact of Internal Family Systems (IFS) in group settings. We discuss how group dynamics naturally foster self-energy, how witnessing others' healing creates internal shifts, and why self-leadership in a group setting is a transformative practice. Carrie shares insights from her journey integrating psychodynamic therapy, spirituality, embodiment work, and IFS into group facilitation—helping both therapists and clients unlock deeper healing.🌿 Key takeaways:Witne...
2025-03-1049 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS Daily Parts Check-In MeditationTake a moment to pause, breathe, and connect with your inner world. This Internal Family Systems (IFS) Daily Parts Check-In meditation guides you through gently noticing your internal landscape, inviting all parts to the table, and fostering self-leadership.🌿 In this meditation, you’ll:✔️ Learn how to tune into bodily sensations as a way your parts communicate.✔️ Practice inviting and acknowledging different parts of yourself without judgment.✔️ Offer self-energy to the parts that need you most, helping build trust and inner harmony.Whether you're an IFS practitioner, therapist, or simply exploring your internal wor...
2025-03-0512 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out3 Ways to Practice IFS on Your Own | Internal Family Systems TherapyHere are three simple but powerful ways to start practicing Internal Family Systems (IFS) on your own. Whether you're a therapist integrating IFS into your work or someone looking to deepen your self-awareness, these practical steps can help you connect with your parts, cultivate self-energy, and build a more compassionate inner dialogue.Key Takeaways:Use parts language in everyday life.Recognize how you access self-energy.Befriend your parts instead of resisting them.As mentioned, here is the link to sign up for my webinar “From Burnout to Balance” on March 11, 2025! http...
2025-03-0303 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutJohn Clarke is Interviewed by Mannah of Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (Part 3) | Going Inside x TAPIn this special crossover episode of Going Inside and the Therapeutic Astrology Podcast, I’m interviewed by Mannah once again to explore the nature of anxiety through an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. We discuss how anxiety operates within the system, its connection to deeper fears, and how working with parts can help navigate uncertainty and fear. Together, we unpack the downward arrow technique, the role of protectors in managing anxiety, and the power of self-led healing in transforming our relationship with fear.Key Takeaways:Anxiety often masks a deeper fear of abandonment. Healing isn...
2025-02-2455 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutInternal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Demonstration with “Sarah” Pt. 4 | John Clarke TherapyIn this episode of Going Inside, I guide Sarah through another Internal Family Systems (IFS) demonstration, exploring her inner landscape and working with a protective part that has long carried self-doubt and fear of rejection. As we slow down and create safety, Sarah connects with a younger part of herself that holds deep-seated beliefs about being different and misunderstood. Through our session, we navigate the emotions tied to early experiences of shame and isolation, leading to an organic unburdening and a shift in how this part relates to her present-day self.Key Takeaways:Self-doubt...
2025-02-1750 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutChildhood Trauma with Kalonya JonesIn this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Kalonya Jones, a complex trauma specialist, to explore the deep and often overlooked impact of childhood trauma. We discuss how trauma shapes identity, relationships, and mental health, even when people don’t initially recognize their experiences as traumatic. Kalonya shares her insights on how healing requires acknowledging past wounds, breaking generational cycles, and cultivating self-compassion.Key Takeaways:Trauma isn’t always obvious – Many people believe they had a great childhood but struggle to remember it, which can indicate unprocessed trauma.Healing starts with support – The pres...
2025-02-1044 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutReal IFS Therapy Session with "Sarah" - Internal Family Systems Demo Pt. 3In this episode of Going Inside, I continue my Internal Family Systems (IFS) demo with Sarah in the third session of a four-part series. We explore how internal and external expectations can block freedom, joy, and imagination. Sarah connects with a part of herself that has carried the burden of meeting others' needs since childhood, believing that anticipating and managing expectations would keep her safe. Together, we invite more trust, curiosity, and playfulness into her system, creating space for greater ease and self-acceptance.*This is part 3 of a 4-part series of real Internal Family Systems therapy sessions
2025-02-0345 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutReal IFS Therapy Session with "Sarah" - Internal Family Systems Demo Pt. 1In this episode of the Going Inside Podcast, I conduct a live Internal Family Systems (IFS) demo with Sarah, a client who explores her discomfort with vulnerability and connection. Together, we uncover the roots of these feelings in a protective part that emerged during childhood, carrying grief and longing for attunement. We create a safe space for this part, paving the way for healing and rediscovering joy.*This is part 1 of a 3 part series of real Internal Family Systems therapy sessions*Please note that the client's name has been changed to protect their privacy....
2025-01-1351 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutJohn Clarke is Interviewed by Mannah of Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (Part 2)In this episode of Going Inside, I’m interviewed again on Mannah’s Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (TAP). Mannah, an Evolutionary Astrologer and Trauma Therapist, explores how astrology informs her therapeutic work, while I dive into Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work. We discuss how to compassionately connect with protective parts, create internal attachment repair, and navigate the challenges therapists face when maintaining compassion without an agenda. If you’re a therapist, coach, or anyone interested in trauma and self-discovery, I think you’ll find this episode both inspiring and practical.Key Takeaways:Every part of...
2024-12-3049 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out50 Episodes of Going Inside: Reflections, Insights, and Your Questions AnsweredIn this episode of the Going Inside Podcast, we're celebrating the podcast's 50th episode by diving deep into trauma healing approaches, the versatility of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and answering your questions. Thank you for joining me on this journey!Key Takeaways: 1. Healing through Internal Family Systems Therapy is best supported by patience, compassion, and forming deeper connections with all of your parts.. 2. Every healing journey is different, so it’s important to specialize each individual's process by respecting a client’s space, restoring agency, and using complimentary modalities of support if necessary. 3...
2024-12-2329 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutBuddhism and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with Ralph De La RosaIn this episode of Going Inside, I’m joined by psychotherapist, meditation instructor, and author Ralph De La Rosa to explore his journey from trauma and addiction to becoming a leader in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Buddhist meditation. We dive into the powerful intersections between IFS and Buddhist principles, including how self-energy aligns with the awakened state and the role of reparenting our wounded parts. Ralph also shares insights from his new book, “Outshining Trauma: A New Vision of Radical Self-Compassion,” which provides a step-by-step guide for turning daily life into a healing journey.Key Takeaw...
2024-12-0253 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutJohn Clarke is Interviewed by Mannah of Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (Part 1) | Going Inside x TAPIn this episode of Going Inside, we share a conversation from Mannah’s Therapeutic Astrology Podcast (TAP). Mannah, an Evolutionary Astrologer and Trauma Therapist, explores how astrology informs her therapeutic work, while I dive into Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work. Together, we share how IFS differs from traditional therapies like CBT, the power of self-energy in healing, and the paradigm shift in understanding trauma. Mannah also examines my astrological chart, showcasing how astrology and therapy can complement each other in fostering self-awareness and growth.Key Takeaways:Differences Between Traditional Therapy and IFSThe Co...
2024-11-251h 04Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHuman Design and IFS with Caitlan SiegenthalerIn this episode of Going Inside, I sit down with Caitlan Siegenthaler, a licensed IFS therapist, Human Design strategist, and new mom. We dive into the fascinating intersections between Human Design and Internal Family Systems (IFS), exploring how understanding our energy types can help us better navigate life, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you're new to Human Design or curious about how it complements IFS, this episode offers an accessible introduction to how these two approaches can work together to unlock self-compassion, alignment, and authentic connection.Key Takeaways:Our Human Design energy type provides...
2024-11-1156 min
Deans Counsel49: John Clarke (DePauw) on Being a Founding DeanOn this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry speak with John Clarke, the inaugural dean of the School of Business and Leadership and a professor of business at DePauw University. While DePauw is one of the older universities in the US, its School of Business was just founded in 2023. John previously served as associate dean for academic operations at Tulane’s Freeman School, where he was integral in developing educational programs and corporate partnerships. Prior to Tulane, Clarke was the assistant dean for strategic initiatives at the Gies College of Bus...
2024-10-2542 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS Podcasters Roundtable: Insights into Internal Family SystemsIn this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out, David Polidi leads a roundtable discussion of IFS podcasters–Tammy Sollenberger, Natalie Deering, Tim Fortescue, and myself, John Clarke. We explore the internal conflicts and polarizations that arise during creative projects like starting a podcast, how trauma disconnects us from our authentic selves, and the role of Internal Family Systems Therapy in reconnecting with self-energy. Together, they share personal insights on finding clarity, overcoming fears, and deepening self-awareness through IFS.Key Takeaways:Balancing Internal Polarities: We explore how internal conflicts, such as fear and amb...
2024-09-0959 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutWhat is Self and Self-Energy?In this solo episode of "Going Inside," I dive deep into the concept of Self and Self-energy in the context of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. While IFS often begins with discussions about our inner parts—like the perfectionist, the inner critic, or the inner child—I believe that the true heart of the model lies in understanding and accessing Self-energy. Whether you're familiar with IFS or new to the concept, this episode will help you connect with the innate wisdom and healing energy that exists within you.Key Takeaways:1. What is Self and Self-Energy?2. The...
2024-09-0213 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutResistance and IFS with Virginia JenkinsIn this episode of Going Inside: Healing Trauma From The Inside Out, I sit down with Virginia Jenkins, a mindfulness-based IFS therapist, to delve deep into the complexities of resistance and how it manifests in trauma healing. We explore the nuances of why clients might resist taking care of their own parts and the importance of honoring resistance rather than bypassing it. We also discuss practical tools for both therapists and clients to approach stuckness with compassion and curiosity, rather than frustration. Key Takeaways:Honoring Resistance: Resistance in IFS therapy often signals deeper pain a...
2024-08-2643 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutEMDR vs. IFS: Which Trauma Therapy is Right For You?In this episode of "Going Inside," I explore the differences and benefits of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapy. Both approaches are effective in trauma treatment, but each has its unique strengths. I delve into how EMDR can help desensitize traumatic memories by engaging both sides of the brain, while IFS offers a more holistic approach, focusing on connecting with your core Self and healing internal parts. Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, or relationship issues, understanding these therapies can help you decide which might be the best fit for your healing journey!
2024-08-1906 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHow EMDR Works ft. “The EMDR Coach” Dana Carretta-SteinIn this episode of "Going Inside," host John Clarke engages in a deep conversation with Dana Carretta-Stein, an expert in EMDR therapy, exploring the intricacies and nuances of trauma therapy and EMDR techniques.Key Topics Discussed:1. Core Ingredients of EMDR Therapy: Dana emphasizes the importance of therapist-client attunement as the cornerstone of effective EMDR therapy, enabling therapists to observe nonverbal cues and guide clients through processing.  2. Flexibility in EMDR Protocol: The conversation highlights the need for therapists to adapt EMDR protocols to individual client needs rather than rigidly foll...
2024-03-1146 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutAddiction and IFS ft. Cece SykesIn this episode of "Going Inside" John Clarke is joined by Cece Sykes, an experienced therapist and Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner. Cece shares insights into addiction, recovery, and the role of IFS in understanding and healing addictive patterns. The conversation delves into the stigma around mental health and addiction, the importance of compassion in therapy, and the impact of agenda in the therapeutic process.Learn more about John: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/ Key Topics Discussed:1. Internal Family Systems (IFS) Approach:Cece Sykes introduces the IFS model, discussing how...
2024-03-0655 min
Private Practice WorkshopHow to Streamline Your Practice Using Waybook with Mike Bandar #226How to Streamline Your Practice Using Waybook with Mike Bandar In this conversation, John Clarke interviews Mike Bandar, the co-founder of Waybook, a software tool for systemizing and documenting business processes. They discuss the importance of systems and processes in running a successful business, the benefits of using Waybook in a group practice, and how it can improve efficiency and consistency. They also explore the features of Waybook, such as the search function and the learning management system, and how it can be used as an internal Wikipedia for a business. They discuss the process of getting started...
2024-03-0340 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS vs Traditional Therapy ft. Emily PowellHosted by licensed trauma therapist John Clarke, LPCC, Going Inside is a podcast on a mission to help you heal from trauma and reconnect with your authentic Self. This show explores trauma healing through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with detours into EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and more. Tune in for enlightening guest expert interviews, immersive solo deep dives, real-life therapy sessions, and soothing guided meditations. Learn more about and apply to work 1-1 with John at https://www.johnclarketherapy.comEpisode Overview:In this episode of "Going Inside," John and...
2024-02-2642 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutMeditation: Getting to Know Your Parts - IFS TherapyIn this podcast, we embark on a journey into Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy through a guided meditation led by host, John Clarke. Internal Family Systems is a therapeutic model that explores the dynamics between different parts of ourselves, aiming for harmony and understanding. Through this meditation, listeners will gain insight into their inner world and how to cultivate a compassionate relationship with their various parts.Learn more about John: https://www.johnclarketherapy.com/Â Free Training - Learn how to integrate the principles of IFS into your therapy practice: https://go.johnclarketherapy.com/ifs-webinar-podcast
2024-02-1906 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutSomatic Experiencing and Trauma ft. Jake WhiteHosted by licensed trauma therapist John Clarke, LPCC, Going Inside is a podcast on a mission to help you heal from trauma and reconnect with your authentic Self. This show explores trauma healing through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with detours into EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and more. Tune in for enlightening guest expert interviews, immersive solo deep dives, real-life therapy sessions, and soothing guided meditations. Learn more about and apply to work 1-1 with John at https://www.johnclarketherapy.comEpisode Overview:In this episode, we’re joined by Jake Wh...
2024-02-1250 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutIFS Therapy As A Non-Pathologizing Approach to Healing ft. Derek ScottHosted by licensed trauma therapist John Clarke, LPCC, Going Inside is a podcast on a mission to help you heal from trauma and reconnect with your authentic Self. This show explores trauma healing through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with detours into EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and more. Tune in for enlightening guest expert interviews, immersive solo deep dives, real-life therapy sessions, and soothing guided meditations. Learn more about and apply to work 1-1 with John at https://www.johnclarketherapy.com.Episode Overview:In this episode of "Going Inside," host John...
2024-02-0746 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutHow Our "Firefighter Parts" Battle Shame ft. Tammy SollenbergerHosted by licensed trauma therapist John Clarke, LPCC, Going Inside is a podcast on a mission to help you heal from trauma and reconnect with your authentic Self. This show explores trauma healing through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with detours into EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and more. Tune in for enlightening guest expert interviews, immersive solo deep dives, real-life therapy sessions, and soothing guided meditations. Learn more about and apply to work 1-1 with John at https://www.johnclarketherapy.com.Episode Overview:John engages in a deep conversation with Tammy Sollenberger...
2024-02-0551 minGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutLoving Your Inner Critic with IFS ft. Christine DixonGoing Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutEpisode 1: Loving Your Inner Critic with IFS ft. Christine DixonHosted by licensed trauma therapist John Clarke, LPCC, Going Inside is a weekly podcast on a mission to help you heal from trauma and connect with your authentic Self. Tune in for enlightening guest expert interviews, immersive solo deep dives, real-life therapy sessions, and soothing guided meditations. Learn more about and apply to work 1-1 with John at https://www.johnclarketherapy.com.Episode Overview:In this episode, Christine Dixon shares...
2024-02-0156 minPrivate Practice WorkshopHow to Create a Vision for Your Private Practice #207In this episode, John goes solo for a live Q&A to discuss what it means to have vision for your private practice. Tune in to hear John help you get clear on what your vision is and the steps you can take to actualize it. Build a better business without all the overwhelm! Join Business Made Human to work with John and other private practice owners in a weekly mastermind meeting + unlimited coaching with John via office hours. Apply to join here: Join-Business-Made-Human Thanks to our sponsor, Jane! Get started with Jane...
2022-07-3027 minPrivate Practice WorkshopFinancial Accountability in Your Private Practice #206In this episode, John sits down with Danielle Hayden, CEO and Founder of Kickstart Accounting, Inc., with over 10 years experience as a Chief Financial Officer. John and Danielle explore financial accountability and why it's key to reaching and surpassing your business goals. Get connected with Danielle here: kickstartaccountinginc.com Danielle's Free Dashboard Accounting Resource Build a better business without all the overwhelm! Join Business Made Human to work with John and other private practice owners in weekly mastermind meeting + unlimited coaching with John via office hours. Apply here: privatepracticeworkshop.com/join-business-made-humanÂ
2022-07-2146 minPrivate Practice WorkshopLive Q&A With John - For Therapists in Private Practice #205John goes live for a solo episode to answer the audience's burning questions from choosing a niche to marketing to finance to setting your fees and everything in between. Start work with John in a 1:1 coaching session here: https://go.privatepracticeworkshop.com/offers/aDox7Fib/checkout Join Business Made Human mastermind group with John and other private and group practice owners here: https://go.privatepracticeworkshop.com/join-business-made-humanÂ
2022-07-1337 minPrivate Practice WorkshopFinancial Planning for Therapists #200For the 200th episode of the podcast, John sits down with fractional CFO and accountant, Sophie Plappert, to discuss how to make a financial plan for your practice. Find out how well your business is doing by taking our Healthy Private Practice Assessment: https://2dtyclgi7f9.typeform.com/to/ksG0SUu7 Get started with Jane and get 1 month free if you mention John Clarke or PPW at checkout! Sign up using this link: https://jane.app/mentalhealth Bio: Sophie Plappert has over 10 years experience in accounting, bookkeeping, wealth management, and financial planning. H...
2022-05-2040 min
LOAD OF BALLSLockdown Interview Series - Ex Down stalwart John ClarkeJohn Clarke from corner back to full forward gives us his run down on the county setup in the 00s and his future plans
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Private Practice WorkshopBONUS: Behind the Curtain - Oliver Gee from The Earful Tower Podcast Interviews John #143In an episode quite different from all the others, John is interviewed by the full-time podcaster, an Australian in Paris, Oliver Gee from The Earful Tower. In this episode, John fields personal questions from Oliver (and a few listeners) about what really happens behind the scenes and what John’s daily life in Paris really looks like. John’s episode on The Earful Tower talking about culture shocks in Paris: https://theearfultower.com/2019/08/01/five-culture-shocks-youll-face-in-paris/ The Earful Tower on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-earful-tower/id1227316154
2019-12-1829 min
Private Practice WorkshopJohn Harrison on Holding Space #128This is an episode unlike any other. John Harrison was last on the show back in episode 22 (dang, so long ago!) where we talked about “Money, Meaning, and Aliens.” This time, we had another open-form conversation that went deep pretty fast. We talked about things including: How to deal with not getting closing sessions with clients How to face our need for control How to deal with oversensitivity The role of the therapist What is therapy And so much more... FREE training on how to get new clients consistently: http://privatepracticeworkshop.com/getclients John Harrison is a...
2019-08-2139 min
Private Practice WorkshopHow to Sell Stuff to Therapists with Jeff Guenther #83Another fun one with the one only Jeff Guenther from Therapyden.com. Included in this episode: 20 rules for selling things to therapists How to become an amazing blogger How to create a valuable product and test it Why you should give everything away How Therapyden is different Go here to find out more about Therapyden: www.therapyden.co Written and directed by John Clarke Produced by Laura Correa
2018-10-1147 min
Private Practice WorkshopDealing With Haters + Mastering Your Mindset #82John talks about how he’s handled some haters recently, how to master your mindset, and answers some listener questions, including: Not knowing where to start. Building personal motivation to start. And creating follow-up systems to determine what is the most effective. Wondering what marketing to curb and how best to do it without falling off the grid while in my third trimester, and how to plan for my return after several months of maternity leave. Practice Solutions: www.practicesol.com/john Get Seen Summit: www.getseensummit.com YouTube ch...
2018-10-0841 min
Private Practice WorkshopAll About Billing with Jeremy Zug of Practice Solutions #81Get all your billing questions answered and then some in this episode with Jeremy Zug of Practice Solutions. Included in this episode: How Jeremy started his company The different models of group practice ownership and how they impact billing and profitability The power of KPIs in billing, including your accounts receivable, contracted rates, denials, rejections, and cash rates How to think like an insurance company When to hire a biller www.practicesol.com/john www.getseensummit.com CREDITS: Written...
2018-10-0352 min