In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Dr. Richard Schwartz, the visionary founder of Internal Family Systems, to explore the transformative healing potential of parts work. From understanding the roles of protectors, exiles, and firefighters to witnessing a powerful live demonstration of IFS in real-time, this episode is an emotional journey into self-connection, compassion, and lasting inner peace.
Chapters:
00:00 – Coming up: Grief, Loss & the Power of Parts
02:13 – Meet Dr. Richard Schwartz: The Father of IFS
05:06 – What Is Internal Family Systems (IFS)?
07:24 – Understanding Exiles, Protectors & Firefighters
12:15 – Dick’s Personal Story: Family, Shame & Self-Worth
17:05 – Learning to Heal from the Inside Out
23:04 – IFS in Parenting: Repair, Humility & Accountability
26:45 – The Drive to Prove Yourself & Existential Survival
30:00 – Mapping Parts: Critics, Perfectionists & Overachievers
35:16 – Destructive Behaviors as Protection
38:00 – Live IFS Demo: Andrea Opens Up
43:00 – Meeting the Abandoned Inner Child
47:00 – Healing Through Presence, Apology & Compassion
58:00 – Inviting the Inner Child Home
01:04:00 – How to Start IFS on Your Own (Safely)
01:06:00 – Dick’s Daily Practice: Staff Meetings with Your Parts
01:13:00 – How to Use IFS in Conflict & Communication
01:21:00 – The 8 C’s of Self
01:45:00 – What to Know Before You Start IFS
01:54:00 – Final Reflections: Befriending Your Parts
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