Parts Therapy, is an approach within psychotherapy that views the mind as consisting of various “parts” or subpersonalities, each with its own unique perspectives, emotions, and motivations. Parts Therapy recognizes that these internal parts can have conflicting desires and goals, leading to internal conflicts and distress. The goal of Parts Therapy is to foster understanding, harmony, and integration among these parts to promote healing and well-being.

Key principles and techniques within Parts Therapy include:

Internal Parts: Identifying and exploring the different parts within. These parts can be characterized by specific roles or functions, such as protective parts, wounded parts, critical parts, or nurturing parts.

Self: In addition to working with the parts, Parts Therapy emphasizes the presence of a core or “Self” that is compassionate, wise, and centered. The Self represents the core essence of an individual and serves as a resource for healing and integration.

Internal Dialogue: Through guided exploration and dialogue, we notice conversations between different parts, allowing for a deeper understanding of their unique perspectives, needs, and concerns.

Unburdening and Healing: Parts Therapy aims to facilitate healing and transformation by helping wounded or burdened parts release and heal their emotional pain or trauma.

Integration: The ultimate goal of Parts Therapy is to promote integration among the various parts, creating a more cohesive and harmonious internal system. Integration involves recognizing and valuing the positive intentions behind each part’s actions and finding ways to meet their needs in healthier and more adaptive ways.

Non-judgmental presence: For this we will use mindfulness to cultivate non-judgmental presence to the parts and their conflict. This will create more space and acceptance and reduce the internal conflict.