Is This the Right Fit for You or Your Family?

You don’t need to “have it all together” to seek support.

IFS therapy is designed for real people facing real struggles—whether you're feeling overwhelmed, emotionally shut down, or stuck in painful relationship patterns.

This therapy is for you if you're...
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For Individuals
  • Anxiety or inner criticism
  • Feeling emotionally “stuck”
  • Past trauma or painful patterns
For Couples
  • Constant arguments or communication issues
  • Emotional distance or mistrust
  • Repeating relationship cycles
For Children & Teens
  • Emotional outbursts or withdrawal
  • Struggles with self-esteem or anxiety
  • Difficulty adjusting to family changes

What Is Internal Family Systems Therapy?
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a powerful, evidence-based approach that helps you understand and heal the different “parts” of yourself—like the inner critic, the people-pleaser, or the part that holds onto old pain.
Through gentle curiosity and connection, you’ll learn to:

  • Build inner calm and clarity
  • Develop self-compassion
  • Resolve emotional burdens from the past
  • Improve relationships and emotional resilience

​IFS is especially effective for trauma, anxiety, and family conflict.

Why Work With Me?
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As an experienced IFS therapist, I’ve helped countless individuals, couples, and children reconnect with their true selves and each other.

My approach is:

💛 Compassionate and trauma-informed
🧠 Rooted in neuroscience and systems thinking
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Inclusive of all identities, family structures, and cultural backgrounds
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Whether you're coming for your own healing or to support your child or relationship, I’ll meet you with empathy, skill, and a deep respect for your inner world.

What You Can Expect from Therapy
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  • A safe, nonjudgmental space to explore what’s really going on
  • Practical tools to manage emotions and strengthen communication
  • A collaborative approach that supports healing at your own pace
  • A deeper connection to your inner Self—and to those around you

Start Your Healing Journey Today

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, parenting, or relationship challenges, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

IFS therapy can help you and your family feel more connected, calm, and whole.

About Me

Hi, I’m Kelly — an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to helping people create healthier, more connected relationships. Before becoming a therapist, I spent 13 years working with children and teens in the public school system. During that time, I saw how deeply emotional struggles and relationship stress impact people of all ages — and how much healing is possible when someone finally feels heard.

Today, I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating conflict, disconnection, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in curiosity — creating a space where you can explore what’s not working and start building something new.
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Whether you’re working through communication issues with a partner, feeling overwhelmed by parenting, or carrying the weight of past relationships, I’m here to support you in moving forward with more clarity, confidence, and connection.
Kelly Barreca, AMFT, APCC
phone:
(805) 856-3086
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email: 
[email protected]