Live interactive webinar · Friday, Nov 13, 2026

Leading From Self: Applying Internal Family Systems℠ to Leadership

with Richard C. Schwartz, PhD, Michelle Gibson, MSW, RSW

What happens inside you when you lead?

Leadership tends to bring certain parts of us forward. Maybe you've witnessed the part of yourself that feels responsible for having all the answers, or the part that prefers to stay quiet rather than risk conflict.

Each of these parts is trying to help, even when it doesn't feel that way. And yet most leadership training teaches you what to do, without ever touching

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Workshop Details

Beneath all our parts is a calm, clear presence IFS calls Self. When we lead from Self, we build resilience, connection, and better decision-making, both for ourselves and the people around us.

Through guided meditation, experiential exercises, reflection, and a live demonstration, you'll get curious about the parts running the show. And you’ll practice accessing Self so you can explore what it means to show up with greater confidence and authenticity.

What You'll Explore

Explore core IFS concepts of parts and Self and how they show up in the way you lead
Recognize protective parts that drive, manage, or hold you back under pressure
Map your own internal leadership system and notice patterns that may otherwise feel automatic
Practice reflective tools you can return to when leadership gets challenging

Who This Workshop Is For

You may already recognize yourself in some of these experiences:

You lead a team, a practice, or an organization, and you want to make clearer decisions under pressure
You've noticed the same reactive pattern show up again and again, and you're ready to understand what's driving it
You want to show up as a steady and grounded leader, not just a capable one
You're a coach or supervisor who wants to bring more of yourself into how you lead others
You're curious what it would mean to lead from a calmer, more authentic place, even when things get hard

If so, you’ll come away from the Leading From Self workshop with more clarity, more choice, and a steadier way to lead.

Tuition: $227

Includes:

Experiential learning: Guided meditation, live demonstrations, reflection, discussion, and experiential exercises throughout the workshop
Recording: On-demand access to the workshop recording for 60 days

Scholarships:

A limited number of scholarships are available to help make this workshop more accessible. If you would like to register but the cost is a barrier, we encourage you to apply.

Scholarships are limited in quantity and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please complete the form below to apply. If a scholarship is available, you will receive a code by email to use during registration.

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Explore What’s Possible When You Lead From Self

Reserve your spot for Leading From Self and make space to explore what happens when you bring greater awareness, curiosity, and choice to your leadership.

Please note: this program does not offer Continuing Education or IFS Credits.

Meet the speakers

Richard C. Schwartz, PhD

Creator of Internal Family Systems℠

Richard C. Schwartz, PhD, is the creator of Internal Family Systems℠, a highly effective, therapeutic model with an emerging evidence base, that de-pathologizes the multi-part personality. Richard is also the Founder of the IFS Institute that primarily offers training for professionals. He is currently a Teaching Associate in Psychiatry, at Cambridge Health Alliance, a Harvard Medical School teaching affiliate. Richard has authored or co-authored more than ten books on Internal Family Systems and related topics, including No Bad Parts and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Dick lives near Chicago with his wife Jeanne, Vice President of the IFS Institute, close to his three daughters and six grandchildren.

Michelle Gibson, MSW, RSW

Founder and CEO, The Nest Collective Inc.

Michelle V. Gibson, MSW, RSW, is a psychotherapist, IFS Level 3 Certified therapist, and IFSI Approved Consultant with over 15 years of clinical experience. She is the Founder and CEO of Gibson and Associates Psychotherapy, a multi-location group practice operating across Ontario, Canada, and The Nest Collective Inc., a community-centered organization offering IFS-informed leadership workshops, experiential events, and consulting services for individuals and organizations ready to lead differently.

A clinician turned leader, Michelle holds a deep curiosity about the intersection of IFS, leadership, and workplace dynamics, and about what it means to approach leadership itself as a spiritual path. She believes that the same principles that create healing in the therapy room can transform the way we show up in our organizations, our teams, and our communities.

Her greatest joy is working alongside fellow clinicians and leaders at every level, from those just stepping into their first leadership role to seasoned executives ready to lead from a deeper place. She is the developer of Lead From Within, an IFS-informed leadership program that invites leaders to build from Self-energy rather than from fear, performance, or protection.

Michelle is based in London, Ontario, Canada.

Session agenda

11:00 AM Session 1: The IFS Leadership Connection

11:45 AM Session 2: Mapping Your Internal Leadership System

1:00 PM Break

1:30 PM Session 3: Live Demonstration

3:00 PM Session 4: Integration and Continuing the Journey

Policies

Refund Policy

Registrations canceled on or before Monday, November 9, 2026 are eligible for a refund less any credit card processing fees.

Cancellation requests must be submitted directly to IFS Institute by 11:59 p.m. CT on Monday, November 9, 2026.

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Invitational Community Rate

IFS Institute is committed to ongoing learning and growth as we work to reduce harm and increase access to our programs.

To support broader participation, we offer an invitational discount rate for individuals who identify as part of the Global Majority, LGBTQ+ communities, or who are navigating financial constraints.

If a reduced registration rate would support your participation or overall financial well-being, we invite you to use the code Access26 at checkout.

We value the diversity of experiences within our community and welcome your participation.

Medical Disclaimer + Personal Responsibility

The nature of the IFS learning process may stimulate psychological and emotional issues for participants. Participants are responsible for maintaining their own safety and well-being while participating in this program.

This program and any associated support from program facilitators are not substitutes for professional mental health or medical care. The program is not intended for clinical diagnosis or treatment, and the information and activities provided are not intended to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider.

Participation in demonstrations is voluntary and for educational and training purposes only. Demonstrations do not constitute therapy or create a therapeutic relationship with facilitators. Participants understand that demonstrations may involve emotional discomfort and may choose to withdraw from a demonstration at any time without penalty.

Should you experience a mental health or other emergency, please contact your local emergency services (for example, 911 in the United States) or go to the nearest emergency room.

IFSI Code of Conduct Policy

Members of IFS Institute℠’s events and activities: Anyone who participates in, observes, teaches, assists, or otherwise is present at an IFSI-organized training program, conference, webinar, teleconference, workshop, on-line community, or other learning event. IFSI organized events and activities include those organized by our International Partners.

IFS Institute requires that Members of its events and activities create and maintain an appropriate and harassment-free learning environment for themselves and others. While all parts are welcome, all behavior is not.

To view IFS Institute℠'s Code of Conduct & Safety and Confidentiality Policy, click here

Where can I find my Attendee Dashboard link?

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Questions About This Program?

If you have questions about this program or the registration process, our Customer Success team is happy to help. Please contact us directly.

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Recording Notice

This workshop will be recorded.

Any participation in this workshop is voluntary. If you choose to speak, appear on camera or otherwise participate during the workshop, your name, image, voice or comments may be included in the recording. By registering for and participating in this workshop, you acknowledge and consent to the recording.

IFS Institute may edit, reproduce, share and/or use the recording for educational, promotional or other future purposes.

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$227 · Friday, Nov 13, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT