Real-time IFS experts in action

Demonstrations & Challenging Cases

New dates in March are set!

Monday March 3, 10, 17, 31

Friday March 7, 14, 21, 28

IFS Demoz is an integration group for individuals interested in Internal Family Systems (IFS) to advance their practice and learn from role-play demonstrations

Challenging Cases & Demonstrations

$35 per group

Mondays
2p - 4p ET

Fridays
10a - 12p ET

IFS Demoz is intended to educate and inform all who are interested in learning more about the IFS model:

  • IFS therapists

  • All therapists

  • Students

  • Individuals in therapy

Free group is provided for participants who bring a case study for demonstration

IFS Demoz is not for certification or licensure purposes

  • Introduction & Meditation (10 min)

    IFS Demonstration (up to 60 min)

    • General Demonstration

      • Single participant will be pulled from the audience (volunteer or at random)

    • Role Play For Engaging With Difficult Parts

      • Participant(s) are determined ahead of time

    • Demonstrations will be capped at 60 min

    • During Demonstration: Questions, comments & discussion points are encouraged in the Zoom Chat

    Debrief Discussion (20-30 min)

    • Dedicated time to address Zoom Chat questions & comments

    • Group dialogue encouraged

    • All sessions will be recorded

    • Session recordings will be made available to purchasing patrons

    • During the IFS Demonstration section, we ask that participants turn off their cameras and mute themselves

    • Real-Time Relational Modeling: The IFS approach is inherently relational, witnessing real time application of how to relate and communicate with parts is not only valuable but necessary for a strong IFS practice

    • Break Past The Textbooks: Watch the theoretical come to life

    • Direct Interaction With Facilitators: Receive real time answers to your questions from one of the IFS founders

    • An IFS Community: An ongoing resource and community of IFS experts to connect with and learn from

    • For Non-IFS Therapists: Create a new language or perspective to integrate into your psychotherapy practice 

    • Session Recordings: Recordings serve as valuable assets to return to

    • Access To IFS Demoz Newsletter: Recapping each week's session, drawing larger themes and greater applications of the techniques used


Designed as an enlightening & thrifty introduction to IFS for the curious;
an accessible master class for the sophisticated

Mike Elkin

Started by Flourish Your Practice in partnership with Mike Elkin in 2025

About Mike Elkin

A renowned leader in the field of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, Mike Elkin’s career has spanned over 50 years in psychotherapy, trauma healing, and addiction treatment.

From his 1984 work Families Under The Influence, close collaboration with Dr. Richard Schwartz in the early adoption of IFS, and years as an IFS trainer - Mike has leveraged his expertise to innovate the most effective methods of healing trauma including hypnotic techniques to supplement IFS.

His dedication to spreading the principles of IFS therapy extends beyond professional circles, as he actively works to make the model accessible to individuals and organizations worldwide. A visionary in his field, Mike continues to inspire the next generation of therapists, empowering them to foster healing and transformation in their clients' lives.

In partnership with Flourish Your Practice

Flourish Your Practice helps trauma-informed care providers expand outside of the 1:1 setting. Through courses, workshops, & digital marketing strategies, Flourish with providers to grow their practice and create new offerings.