S1E1 - EXPLORING IFS BASICS

Send us a textWelcome to The IFS & Psychedelics Podcast, where we (Austin and Blanca) engage in meaningful conversations about the convergence of psychedelics and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Our vision is to provide insightful, educational discussions that explore how these two fields intersect. If you're curious about the potential benefits of combining these modalities, you've come to the right place. We hope to foster a deeper understanding and provide valuable insights to support your journey.Blanca Dasi is a Certified L3 IFS Practitioner working and learning from different sacred medicines since 2019. With a deep commitment to these transformative therapeutic approaches, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise. You can learn more about Blanca here: https://ayafes.com/meet-blanca/Austin Lindsey is a naturally curious soul who enjoys diving deep, connecting ideas, and pondering life’s many layers. As a lifelong learner and father to a toddler son, Austin approaches each day with an open mind and a readiness to discover something new. Outside of exploring ideas, he enjoys singing and playing music, where he channels his creativity and finds balance.In today’s episode we are going to break down the integration process for a Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy session using IFS Therapy.Key Points Discussed:How can IFS provide a framework to integrate the experienceIntegrating without IFSIntegrating with IFSBad trips?This episode is brought to you by Ayafes Retreat, an incredible experience combining IFS Therapy and Ayahuasca led by a Certified Level 3 IFS Practitioner. Learn more and join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing at https://ayafes.com/.The medicine music used in this podcast was gifted by Nyrah, a Medicine woman and holistic voice teacher from Brazil: https://www.instagram.com/nyrahsoul/and Somos Amor, a Kirtan Duo by Maga and Josh: https://linktr.ee/somosamor_musicaConnect with Us:Website: https://www.ifsandpsychedelics.com/Instagram: @ifsandpsychedelicsEmail: [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing you insightful content.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views the hosts and guests express are their own and do not reflect any official stance.This podcast does not offer medical or psychological advice; always consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.We do not promote or encourage illegal substance use. Any information on substance use is intended for harm reduction and educational purposes. Always follow the laws and regulations in your jurisdiction regarding substance use.Your privacy is important to us. Any personal information collected from listeners, such as email addresses for newsletters, will be kept confidential and not shared with third parties without your consent.

Send us a textWelcome to The IFS & Psychedelics Podcast, where we (Austin and Blanca) engage in meaningful conversations about the convergence of psychedelics and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Our vision is to provide insightful, educational discussions that explore how these two fields intersect. If you're curious about the potential benefits of combining these modalities, you've come to the right place. We hope to foster a deeper understanding and provide valuable insights to support your journey.Blanca Dasi is a Certified L3 IFS Practitioner working and learning from different sacred medicines since 2019. With a deep commitment to these transformative therapeutic approaches, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise. You can learn more about Blanca here: https://ayafes.com/meet-blanca/Austin Lindsey is a naturally curious soul who enjoys diving deep, connecting ideas, and pondering life’s many layers. As a lifelong learner and father to a toddler son, Austin approaches each day with an open mind and a readiness to discover something new. Outside of exploring ideas, he enjoys singing and playing music, where he channels his creativity and finds balance.In today’s episode, Austin is going to share with us his experience during his first Ayahuasca Ceremonies and how IFS supported him in the process.Key Points Discussed:What is Ayahuasca?How did Blanca start working with IFS & Ayahuasca?How did Austin decide that it was time to sit with Ayahuasca?How was the preparation process?How were the days leading up to the first ceremony?Austin’s first Ayahuasca CeremonyHow was the day after the first ceremony?Austin’s second Ayahuasca ceremonyIntegrating with a Cacao CeremonyHow has it been coming back home after such an experience?Links:Listening to Ayahuasca by Rachel HarrisThis episode is brought to you by Ayafes Retreat, an incredible experience combining IFS Therapy and Ayahuasca led by a Certified Level 3 IFS Practitioner. Learn more and join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing at https://ayafes.com/.The medicine music used in this podcast was gifted by Nyrah, a Medicine woman and holistic voice teacher from Brazil. https://www.instagram.com/nyrahsoul/Connect with Us:Website: https://www.ifsandpsychedelics.com/Instagram: @ifsandpsychedelicsEmail: [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing you insightful content.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views the hosts and guests express are their own and do not reflect any official stance.This podcast does not offer medical or psychological advice; always consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.Thanks for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more episodes exploring the intersection of IFS Therapy and psychedelics. Until next time, stay curious and open-minded.

Send us a textWelcome to The IFS & Psychedelics Podcast, where we (Austin and Blanca) engage in meaningful conversations about the convergence of psychedelics and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Our vision is to provide insightful, educational discussions that explore how these two fields intersect. If you're curious about the potential benefits of combining these modalities, you've come to the right place. We hope to foster a deeper understanding and provide valuable insights to support your journey.Blanca Dasi is a Certified L3 IFS Practitioner working and learning from different sacred medicines since 2019. With a deep commitment to these transformative therapeutic approaches, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise. You can learn more about Blanca here: https://ayafes.com/meet-blanca/Austin Lindsey is a naturally curious soul who enjoys diving deep, connecting ideas, and pondering life’s many layers. As a lifelong learner and father to a toddler son, Austin approaches each day with an open mind and a readiness to discover something new. Outside of exploring ideas, he enjoys singing and playing music, where he channels his creativity and finds balance.In today’s episode, we are going to give some tips on how to navigate a Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy session using IFS TherapyKey Points Discussed:How can IFS provide a framework to understand and navigate the unfolding experience?Intention & Trusting the ProcessNavigating the Journey ItselfTools For Grounding During the JourneyLinks:John Hopkins Playlist_________________________________________________________________________________________This episode is brought to you by Ayafes Retreat, an incredible experience combining IFS Therapy and Ayahuasca led by a Certified Level 3 IFS Practitioner. Learn more and join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing at https://ayafes.com/.The medicine music used in this podcast was gifted by Nyrah, a Medicine woman and holistic voice teacher from Brazil. https://www.instagram.com/nyrahsoul/___________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Us:Website: https://www.ifsandpsychedelics.com/Instagram: @ifsandpsychedelicsEmail: [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing you insightful content.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views the hosts and guests express are their own and do not reflect any official stance.This podcast does not offer medical or psychological advice; always consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.We do not promote or encourage illegal substance use. Any information on substance use is intended for harm reduction and educational purposes. Always follow the laws and regulations in your jurisdiction regarding substance use.Thanks for tuning in! Stay connected with us for mo

Send us a textWelcome to The IFS & Psychedelics Podcast, where we (Austin and Blanca) engage in meaningful conversations about the convergence of psychedelics and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Our vision is to provide insightful, educational discussions that explore how these two fields intersect. If you're curious about the potential benefits of combining these modalities, you've come to the right place. We hope to foster a deeper understanding and provide valuable insights to support your journey.Blanca Dasi is a Certified L3 IFS Practitioner working and learning from different sacred medicines since 2019. With a deep commitment to these transformative therapeutic approaches, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise. You can learn more about Blanca here: https://ayafes.com/meet-blanca/Austin Lindsey is a naturally curious soul who enjoys diving deep, connecting ideas, and pondering life’s many layers. As a lifelong learner and father to a toddler son, Austin approaches each day with an open mind and a readiness to discover something new. Outside of exploring ideas, he enjoys singing and playing music, where he channels his creativity and finds balance.Episode Summary: In today’s episode we’ll walk you through the basic concepts of IFS, what are these things we call Parts and Self, and what is it that we are trying to achieve by using this Therapy modality?Key Points Discussed:Setting - What to Look for in an Experience?How do we prepare, mind, body, and spirit?What added value does IFS bring to this process?How do we prepare using IFS?IFS Preparation ExerciseThis episode is brought to you by Ayafes Retreat, an incredible experience combining IFS Therapy and Ayahuasca led by a Certified Level 3 IFS Practitioner. Learn more and join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing at https://ayafes.com/.Music: The medicine music used in this podcast was gifted by Nyrah, a Medicine woman and holistic voice teacher from Brazil. https://www.instagram.com/nyrahsoul/Connect with Us:Website: ifsandpsychedelics.comInstagram: @ifsandpsychedelicsEmail: [email protected] & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing you insightful content.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views the hosts and guests express are their own and do not reflect any official stance.This podcast does not offer medical or psychological advice; always consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.We do not promote or encourage illegal substance use. Any information on substance use is intended for harm reduction and educational purposes. Always follow the laws and regulations in your jurisdiction regarding substance use.Thanks for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more episodes exploring the intersection of IFS Therapy and psychedelics. Until next time, stay curious and open-minded.

Send us a textWelcome to The IFS & Psychedelics Podcast, where we (Austin and Blanca) engage in meaningful conversations about the convergence of psychedelics and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Our vision is to provide insightful, educational discussions that explore how these two fields intersect. If you're curious about the potential benefits of combining these modalities, you've come to the right place. We hope to foster a deeper understanding and provide valuable insights to support your journey.Blanca Dasi is a Certified L3 IFS Practitioner working and learning from different sacred medicines since 2019. With a deep commitment to these transformative therapeutic approaches, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise. You can learn more about Blanca here: https://ayafes.com/meet-blanca/Austin Lindsey is a naturally curious soul who enjoys diving deep, connecting ideas, and pondering life’s many layers. As a lifelong learner and father to a toddler boy, Austin approaches each day with an open mind and a readiness to discover something new. Outside of exploring ideas, he enjoys singing and playing music, where he channels his creativity and finds balance.In today’s episode, we will dive into Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, not only its benefits and applications according to current research, but also how it has been used by many different cultures throughout history.Key Points DiscussedIFS MeditationPsychedelics in Therapy: A Comprehensive DiscussionHistorical and Cultural Uses of PsychedelicsBenefits and ApplicationsPsychedelics Research and Therapeutic PotentialPsychedelic Regulation and RisksEthical and Safety ConsiderationsLinks & Resources MentionedThe Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der KolkMAPSHarm ReductionMonthly prep/integration IFS & Psychedelics Meet-upsThis episode is brought to you by Ayafes Retreat, an incredible experience combining IFS Therapy and Ayahuasca led by a Certified Level 3 IFS Practitioner. Learn more and join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing at https://ayafes.com/.The medicine music used in this episode was gifted by Nyrah, a Medicine woman and holistic voice teacher from Brazil. https://www.instagram.com/nyrahsoul/Connect with UsWebsite: www.ifsandpsychedelics.comInstagram: @ifsandpsychedelicsEmail: [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing you insightful content.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views the hosts and guests express are their own and do not reflect any official stance.This podcast does not offer medical or psychological advice; always consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.We do not promote or encourage illegal substance use. Any information on substance use is intended for harm reduction and educational purposes. Always follow the laws and regulations in your jurisdiction regardin

Send us a textWelcome to The IFS & Psychedelics Podcast, where we (Austin and Blanca) engage in meaningful conversations about the convergence of psychedelics and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Our vision is to provide insightful, educational discussions that explore how these two fields intersect. If you're curious about the potential benefits of combining these modalities, you've come to the right place. We hope to foster a deeper understanding and provide valuable insights to support your journey.Blanca Dasi is a Certified L3 IFS Practitioner working and learning from different sacred medicines since 2019. With a deep commitment to these transformative therapeutic approaches, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise. You can learn more about Blanca here: https://ayafes.com/meet-blanca/Austin Lindsey is a naturally curious soul who enjoys diving deep, connecting ideas, and pondering life’s many layers. As a lifelong learner and father to a toddler boy, Austin approaches each day with an open mind and a readiness to discover something new. Outside of exploring ideas, he enjoys singing and playing music, where he channels his creativity and finds balance.Episode Summary: In today’s episode we’ll walk you through the basic concepts of IFS, what are these things we call Parts and Self, and what is it that we are trying to achieve by using this Therapy modality?Key Points Discussed:IFS MeditationIFS & the multiplicity of the mindWhat are Parts in IFS?Roles of Parts: Managers, Firefighters, ExilesWhat are Burdens in IFS?What is Self in IFS?Practical application of IFS and main goalsThis episode is brought to you by Ayafes Retreat, an incredible experience combining IFS Therapy and Ayahuasca led by a Certified Level 3 IFS Practitioner. Learn more and join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing at https://ayafes.com/.The medicine music used in this podcast was gifted by Nyrah, a Medicine woman and holistic voice teacher from Brazil. https://www.instagram.com/nyrahsoul/Connect with Us:Website: www.ifsandpsychedelics.comInstagram: @ifsandpsychedelicsEmail: [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing you insightful content.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views the hosts and guests express are their own and do not reflect any official stance.This podcast does not offer medical or psychological advice; always consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.We do not promote or encourage illegal substance use. Any information on substance use is intended for harm reduction and educational purposes. Always follow the laws and regulations in your jurisdiction regarding substance use.Your privacy is important to us. Any personal information collected from listeners, such as email addresses for newsletters, will be kept confidential and not shared with third parties without your consent.Outro: Thanks for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more episodes exploring the intersection of IFS Therapy and psychedelics. Until next time, stay curious and open-minded.