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IFS TRAINING
LEVEL 1

Learn the highly effective IFS method in our
in-depth training recognized by the international IFS Institute.

Support your clients in their healing processes -

with more lightness, depth and effectiveness .

Your training at a glance

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Target group

The target group are professionals with a psychotherapeutic focus, e.g.

  • Psychological psychotherapists

  • Child and adolescent psychotherapists

  • Psychiatrists

  • Psychologists

  • Alternative practitioners in psychotherapy

  • Systemic therapists

 

Here you can find the exact admission requirements.

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Duration & Location

Scope:

  • around 90 training hours

  • 2 or 3 multi-day modules

  • Duration: approx. 3 months

 

Format (varies):

  • on site

  • on-line

  • hybrid (on-site and online)

Here you can see what format the upcoming training will have.

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Methods

  • lectures

  • demo sessions

  • practice sessions in small groups

    under supervision (supervision ratio 3 participants : 1 trainer)

  • meditations

  • exchange in plenary and small groups

Content

  1. Introduction to the IFS model

    (including development, basic assumptions, attitude, goals, the self and the parts)
     

  2. The therapeutic IFS process
    (including externalization, working with protectors & exiles, role of the body, relief, polarizations)
     

  3. Conclusion of an IFS session

    (including integration of transformed parts, rounding off "incomplete" processes)

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Benefits of the training

RECOGNIZED

  • Recognized by the international IFS Institute (IFSI), certification possible

  • Accreditation of the Chamber of Psychotherapists (111 points)

HIGH QUALITY

  • 3:1 supervision ratio (participant to training assistant)

  • max. 36 participants

  • highly experienced, licensed trainers

INTERNATIONAL

  • Training can be combined with the offers of the international IFS Institute and partner institutes worldwide

  • Participants from Germany, Austria, Switzerland  and worldwide

PRACTICE-ORIENTED

  • Self-awareness

  • Demo sessions

  • Practical exercises in small groups with supervision

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"The IFS process offers a lot of structure and at the same time feels very intuitive and lively. It's fun to work like this. "

Pierre, psychologist (Munich)

IFS in the psychotherapy

High Effectiveness

  • The effectiveness of IFS is scientifically proven.

  • The training is accredited by the Psychotherapists’ Chamber.

 

Many Areas of Application

  • Suitable for therapy with individuals, as well as couples, families, children, and adolescents.

  • Easily combinable with other therapeutic methods

  • Particularly effective in treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and trauma.

More pleasant sessions

  • IFS is experienced as more effective, more pleasant and less strenuous.

  • IFS offers valuable attitudes and tools for self-regulation and self-care for everyday practice.

 

 

Global demand

  • IFS is one of the fastest growing psychotherapy methods worldwide.

  • Internationally certified training courses are in high demand - places are often only available through lottery procedures or long waiting lists.

Application process

QUESTIONNAIRE

Please fill out our questionnaire .

 

The application phase for Level 1 in 2025 is now closed.

The dates for Level 1+2 in 2026 will be announced shortly.

SELECTION PROCESS

We will check whether your qualifications meet the requirements.

RESPONSE

  • We will inform you whether you have received the training place.

  • If you don't get a place this time, we will automatically put you on the list of potential replacements.

The application deadline for the Level 1 Training 2025 has expired.
You will soon find the dates for the training courses in 2026 here.

Do you still have questions?

Feel free to send us an email: mail@ifs-akademie.com

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