How an IFS Session Unfolds
- Set the Stage – brief grounding to notice sensations and emotional “weather.”
- Meet the Parts – gently identify the thoughts, images, or body cues of one part asking for attention.
- Unblend & Befriend – create respectful distance so you (the Self) can listen without judgment.
- Witness & Release – allow the part to share its story, burdens, and unmet needs.
- Invite Integration – negotiate new roles, fostering cooperation among parts and daily life practices that keep the system balanced.
When IFS Can Help
- Childhood or complex trauma that still drives reactions
- Harsh inner critic, perfectionism, or shame cycles
- Anxiety spikes or depressive “shutdowns” that feel out of your control
- Relationship patterns that repeat despite your best intentions
- Creative or performance blocks where an inner protector hijacks momentum
- Every part has a positive intent; IFS lets you harness that hidden wisdom.
Why Choose Attunigrate for IFS?
Whole‑Self Care. We already “blend traditional psychotherapy with intuitive, body‑based, and culturally attuned practices,” so parts‑work fits naturally into our framework.
East Meets West. Attunigrate is “where Eastern wisdom meets Western psychology,” adding breath‑body grounding to cognitive insight for deeper change.
Accessible & Secure. Sessions are offered virtually for Michigan residents via a private, HIPAA‑compliant platform—most major insurances accepted, with private‑pay flexibility.
Guided by Experience. Founder Nishani Jayawardena, LPC, NCC leads a culturally sensitive team that honors every client’s heritage and lived experience, ensuring each part feels safe to speak.
Ready to Lead Your Inner System?
Insurance & Payment Options for Therapy in Michigan
We offer virtual therapy across Michigan and accept most major insurance plans to make care more accessible. Attunigrate is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, Priority Health, and UnitedHealthcare, and we also offer straightforward private-pay options.
Please note that we do not currently accept Medicare or Medicaid. You can easily verify your insurance coverage before your first session so you know exactly what to expect.
