Join the CSL Newsletter
To receive news on IFS products and events.
IFS Certification is HERE!
The IFS Certification process is available now. Click the link below to learn how to become an IFS Certified therapist or practitioner.
IFS Certification
Welcome to The Center for Self Leadership’s Website!
Dr. Richard C. Schwartz, Ph.D.
Founder, Internal Family Systems
The Center for Self Leadership is excited to welcome you to this website. We invite you to explore its new features and, most importantly, to learn about CSL and the Internal Family Systems model of psychotherapy. Now you can apply online for IFS training programs and conferences and join our mailing list. In addition, trainers and practitioners can update their own profiles whenever necessary. We hope you enjoy your visit and encourage you to return often!
About the Internal Family Systems Model of Psychotherapy
The Internal Family Systems (IFS) model of psychotherapy offers a clear, non-pathologizing, and empowering method of understanding human problems, as well as an innovative and enriching philosophy of practice that invites both therapist and client to enter into a transformational relationship in which healing can occur.
Click here to read Dr. Schwartz’s article “The Larger Self,” his inspiring first-hand account of how he developed and uses the IFS model and the extraordinary, transformative effect it has on him and his clients.
About The Center for Self Leadership
The Center for Self Leadership is dedicated to the healing transformation of lives and cultures and serves as a critical link between therapeutic professionals and the wider community. CSL provides a variety of learning opportunities for mental health and human services practitioners, medical and bodywork professionals, students of the healing arts and sciences, and anyone who seeks a profound personal growth experience by offering:
• Level 1, 2 and 3 training programs in the Internal Family Systems model
• Internal Family Systems conferences and special events
• Speaking engagements featuring IFS and CSL founder, Dr. Richard C. Schwartz
• An online bookstore and directory of IFS practitioners
Words of Wisdom
From a Client: "IFS has given me the power to understand myself and others, and to accept and love who I am and the people who matter most to me."
From Dr. Richard C. Schwartz: "IFS is more than a therapeutic technique. It is a conceptual framework and practice for developing love for ourselves and each other."
Internal Family Systems Story
Video Interviews with Lead Trainers
Click on the name to see the Interview!
Free Informational Teleconference Open Houses for Training
New Group Discounts Available for Trainings!
See the Training FAQ page for details.
Level 1 Training Programs
| Training Program | Training Program Schedule |
|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA (191) | 2010: Aug 27-29, Nov 12-14 |
| Boston, MA Area (168) |
2009: October 9-11; December 4-6 |
| Boston, MA Area (177) |
2010: April 16-18; June 18-20; September 24-26; November 12-14 |
| Boston, MA Area (182) | 2010: October 8-10; December 17-19 |
| Boston, MA Area (202) |
2011: May 20-22, July 15-17, Oct 21-23, Dec 9-11 |
| Central CT (220) | 2010: August 27-29, November 5-7 |
| Chicago, IL (169) | 2009: October 2-4; November 20-22 |
| Chicago, IL (179) |
2010: October 1-3, December 3-5 |
| New York Metro Area (178) | 2010: April 9-11; June 25-27; August 6-8; October 15-17; December 3-5 |
| New York Metro Area (215) | 2011: Feb 11-13, April 8-10, June 10-12, Sept 9-11, Nov 4-6 |
| Retreat-Style, North Carolina and Maine (208) |
On Site Session 1: June 27-July 2, 2010 |
| San Francisco, CA (214) | 2011: April 29-May 1, June 24-26, Aug 5-7, Oct 21-23, Dec 9-11 |
| San Francisco, CA Area (180) |
2010: April 9-11, June 4-6, Sept 24-26, Nov 19-21 |
| Seattle, WA (192) | 2010: Dec 3-5 |
| St. Louis, MO (186) | 2009: December 11-13 |
Module 1 and 2 Trainings - A New Approach to Level 1 & 2 Trainings
Level 2 Training Programs
| Training Program | Training Program Schedule |
|---|---|
| Asheville, NC (228) | 2010: Sept 17-19, Nov 5-7 |
| Boston, MA Area (174) |
2009: December 11-13 |
| Boston, MA Area (184) | 2010: December 3-5 |
| Boston, MA Area (206) | 2011: July 8-11, September 16-18, November 11-13 |
| Central CT (221) | 2010: July 30-Aug 1, Oct 1-3, Dec 3-5 |
| Chicago, IL (194) | 2010: October 8-10, December 10-12 |
| New York Metro Area (195) | 2010: June 4-6, September 24-26, November 5-7 |
| Retreat Style, New Mexico and South Carolina (213) |
February 25 - March 2, 2011 and |
| San Francisco, CA Area (199) | 2011: September 23-25, November 18-20 |
| St. Louis, MO (225) | 2011: April 29-May 1, June 24-26, Aug 5-7, Sept 16-18 |