2025-12-04 IFS Chat and Trauma

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Should I use IFS Chat if I have complex trauma? IFS can be a gentle and effective way to work with parts, but if you have significant trauma, dissociation, or intense emotional flooding it’s safest to use IFS with a trained therapist rather than rely on chat alone. IFS Chat can help you learn about parts, practice unblending, and build self-compassion, but it is not a substitute for therapy or crisis support. If you try IFS Chat: go slowly, stay at a tolerable depth, focus on protector parts first, use grounding when you feel overwhelmed, and reach out to a trusted therapist or support person (or emergency services) if you become distressed. (via) ^rwhi963506791