Online Circle is an introductory learning program designed to give those new to the Internal Family Systems ® model, a comprehensive overview of the core IFS principles and techniques. This program is an intensive six month online course where you will be immersed into the IFS model through self-study learning videos, clinical demonstrations, and monthly live Q&A events. You will end this program with a foundational understanding of the IFS model along with essential skills and insights.
To earn an IFSI Certificate of Completion, you must select “Mark Complete” on each lesson page. You will then receive a Certificate that acknowledges you have received 25 IFS Credits for completing this program.
You can also earn up to 25.25 Continuing Education (CE) credits through our partner AMEDCO. Learn more about how you can earn CE credit.
Please note: Online Circle is not designed to replace the IFS Level 1 training, which is a requirement for anyone who wants to practice IFS in a clinical or professional setting.
Materials and methods included in this course may include interventions or practices that are beyond your scope of practice. As a professional in your given field, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined by applicable law as beyond the boundaries of your practice, and applying your learning in compliance with your professional standards.
Live Q&A Event Schedule
- October 10, 2023, 1 p.m.-2:15 p.m. ET with Toni-Herbine Blank
- November 7, 2023, 12 p.m.-1:15 p.m. ET with Pam Krause
- December 13, 2023, 4 p.m.-5:15 p.m. ET with Dick Schwartz
- January 23, 2024 1 p.m.-2:15 p.m. ET with Toni-Herbine Blank
- February 13, 2024, 12 p.m.-1:15 p.m. ET with Pam Krause
- March 20, 2024, 4 p.m.-5:15 p.m. ET with Dick Schwartz
Meet Your Instructors
Pamela Krause
Pamela Krause, MSW, LCSW is an IFS Senior Lead Trainer and is also trained in Hakomi therapy. She teaches IFSI Level 1, 2, and 3 trainings as well as leadership development programs for the Institute.
Toni Herbine-Blank
Toni Herbine-Blank is a Senior trainer for IFSI. Her expertise is the use of IFS with couples and she is the sole developer of IFIO Basic and Advanced Trainings offered globally. She is an experienced group leader with a reputation for being compassionate, respectful, and empowering. Toni has co-authored two books: Intimacy from the Inside Out: Courage and Compassion in Couple Therapy and Internal Family Systems Couple Therapy Skills Manual: Healing Relationships with Intimacy From the Inside Out.
Richard C. Schwartz
Richard C. Schwartz, PhD, is the creator of Internal Family Systems, a highly effective, therapeutic model with a growing evidence base, that de-pathologizes the multi-part personality. Richard is also the Founder of the IFS Institute that primarily offers training for professionals. He is currently a Teaching Associate in Psychiatry, at Cambridge Health Alliance, a Harvard Medical School teaching affiliate. Richard has authored or co-authored more than ten books on Internal Family Systems and related topics, including No Bad Parts and Internal Family Systems Therapy. He lives near Chicago with his wife Jeanne, Vice President of the IFS Institute, close to his three daughters and six grandchildren.
Program Content
October 2023 | Month 1
Program Includes
- 23 Modules
- 74 Lessons
- 25 IFS Credits
- Program Certificate
