Inner Parts Work

Inner parts work is a powerful and effective way to understand all aspects of yourself in a positive light while helping you make deep, lasting changes. Within this IFS-style framework, you can see the why behind the problems you're facing and also tap into inner strength, compassion and wisdom to find the way out. Using parts work, you can leave old survival patterns behind and live from your authentic, vibrant self.

Book a free consultation to discuss how we can apply this approach to helping you find the change you're looking for.

Is any of this true for you?

  • Struggling to sort out how you really feel or bouncing between totally different points of view

  • Doing your best to manage stress, worry and anxiety but tired of battling it every day

  •  Trying to manage PTSD symptoms but feeling overwhelmed and hopeless

  •  Seeing yourself stuck in bad habits or relationships that aren't working

  •  Feeling shame and low self-confidence that you just can’t seem to shake

Inner parts work can help you finally get clear on what's driving all these things and tap into what will bring about lasting change. You'll get tools to apply to whatever challenges life throws your way and finally feel whole.

How Can Inner Parts Work Help?

Parts work treats your mind like a family of different voices or “parts.” This style of therapy was first popularized by Richard Schwartz, inventor of Internal Family Systems therapy.

Everyone has parts. For example:

  • One part wants to rest, another says you should get more done.

  • One part feels angry, another says “don’t show it.”

  • One part wants connection, another feels scared of being hurt.

In parts work therapy, instead of pushing these voices away or fighting them, you get to know them. Each part is trying to help in its own way, even if it sometimes causes problems. By understanding and listening to your parts, you can:

  • Ease inner conflict.

  • Heal wounded parts that carry pain from the past.

  • Lead your life from a calmer, more balanced “centered self.”

Through building a respectful relationship with every side of yourself, you’ll be able to reclaim wholeness and live life freely.

I’m Hayley and I’ve been there

Hayley Schmidt, LMFT

I know how confusing and frustrating it is to be stuck in negative emotions and feeling like something is really wrong inside. Getting fed up with living in pain is what drove me down the path of healing and why I am so grateful to be able to help others do the same. I offer an approach that:

  • Fosters warmth, teamwork and trust between us so we have a strong working relationship - something that research has identified as the biggest predictor of successful outcomes in therapy

  • Builds self-understanding and compassion so you no longer feel so broken and confused. What's happening is here for a good reason.

  • Helps you find the best tools to work through whatever your facing so you can go on living life

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Individual counseling - My standard session fee is $190 per 50-minute individual therapy session.

  • I don’t take any insurance but your insurance company may reimburse you if you submit a request.

  • No. While I’d like to offer in-person sessions, it’s currently not an option for me. However, we can still do great work meeting online.

  • It's true that things will feel different if we're just seeing each other through a screen and I understand if this is a dealbreaker for you. However, the main way we'll help you heal is through working mindfully with emotions and sensations in your body, which can be done effectively anywhere.

    I've gone thru this kind of therapy myself - my online sessions were really helpful! Plus, I was glad to save all that driving time and to have my own space for processing afterwards

What’s possible for you?

I’d love a chance to hear your story and discuss how we can help you be free to live your fullest. Please reach out for a free, no-pressure video consultation.