IFS LGBTQI+ Affinity Consultation Group

This IFS consultation group is for IFS clinicians with lived experience as an LGBTQI+ person who would benefit from or prefer to do consultation in affinity.

It is 90 minutes once a month, and groups are between 4-6 people. Currently, these groups are offered on Friday mornings (ET) over Zoom. The cost is $100/group session. 25% of proceeds for all group consultations will be used to support SAYFTEE programming as well as other like minded organizations.

This group consultation is approved by the IFS Institute for those interested in IFS certification. For more information about IFS group consultations, please contact Nic.


Consultation Reading Group for Therapists Working with Transgender/Non-binary Teens and Families

This group is geared towards clinicians, both new and experienced, who are newer to working with transgender and non-binary adolescents. 

Clinical consultation of cases as well as educational reading and discussion around this topic will center the group. 25% of the profits of this group will go toward supporting SAYFTEE programming as well as other like minded organizations.  The group meets once a month on Zoom.  In order to ensure adequate time per member, there is a 4 person limit per group. Contact Melissa for more information. 


Individual Clinical Consultation

Melissa offers individual clinical consultation for therapists who are working with LGBTQ youth and their families.  Whether you are looking for case consultation or on-going support, Melissa provides a safe and supportive environment for learning, growth and teasing apart the complexities of doing family work with LGBTQ+ youth.  Melissa offers video consultation sessions. Please contact Melissa to learn more. 

Nic offers individual consultation for clinicians working with queer, transgender and gender diverse individuals. Their approach is grounded in gender affirming care and the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. Nic’s warm presence and guidance creates a supportive environment that allows for greater clarity and confidence regarding one’s clinical work. They are currently providing consultation remotely, and clinicians can seek out one time consults or on-going support. IFS consultation with Nic has been approved by the IFS Institute to count toward IFS certification. Contact Nic for more information.


Are you interested in collaborating with SAYFTEE?

Are you a licensed therapist and have an idea for a group but need support with marketing or in getting groups members?  SAYFTEE is always interested in collaborating with other therapists and starting new groups or workshops.  Please contact Melissa to set up a time to talk more about potential collaboration.