Chronic Illness Clients
About My Journey
As a caretaker and a Lyme Disease and Mold Toxicity patient, I understand firsthand the challenges of living with chronic illness and recognize that every chronic illness patient and caretaker's journey is unique. This personal experience has given me deep empathy and insight into the physical, emotional, and mental toll it can take to just survive. In my own healing journey, I credit IFS for calming my limbic system—necessary for healing—and support my body’s natural ability to heal. It is because of the overwhelming impact IFS had on my healing journey that I became trained as an IFS practitioner. I now specialize in working with chronic illness clients, guiding them to calm their limbic systems and heal any parts that may be impacting their physical healing.
Symptoms
Many therapists and coaches have a deep-rooted belief that all physical symptoms stem from emotional trauma. But as a Lyme patient, I know that sometimes symptoms are just symptoms of the bacteria, parasites, toxins, etc. that inhabit our body. Other times, parts of us that hold unresolved trauma, fear, or other intense emotions can trigger our chronic illness or flare up our symptoms, either directly by protecting us, or indirectly by keeping the body in a state of chronic stress. This stress can exacerbate or even create physical symptoms by over-activating the nervous system and immune response. By working with these parts, IFS helps release emotional burdens, which can calm the body’s stress response and promote healing.
Evidence-Based
A study on rheumatoid arthritis patients using IFS showed promising results. Participants reported dramatic reductions in physical symptoms, improved emotional well-being, and greater resilience. This aligns with the understanding that chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions can be influenced by stress and emotional factors. By working with parts, IFS can help reduce the emotional triggers that sustain these conditions, supporting both emotional and physical healing.
Would you like to explore how IFS might help you in your healing journey?