IFS Coaches Lab
A Consultation & Practice Group for IFS-Trained Coaches
Free Workshop
Is the IFS Coaches Lab right for you?
Date: Tuesday, September 30, from 2:30 to 3:30 PDT
The IFS Coaches Lab is a small, supportive consultation group for IFS-trained coaches who want to deepen their skill, confidence, and Self-leadership in applying the IFS model in coaching. Together we explore the art of staying Self-led as a coach, providing structure and support while honoring the pace and wisdom of each client’s system.
The Questions We Explore
How do I integrate IFS into coaching without slipping into therapy?
Where are the boundaries between coaching and therapy when using the IFS model?
How do I keep parts exploration anchored in a client’s objectives - without getting lost in the fascination of the inner world?
These are exactly the questions at the heart of the Coaches Lab.
"Lab sessions have been extremely helpful for me to learn the difference between coaching and therapy using IFS. The practice sessions provided a way for me to experiment and learn in a supportive environment, and the feedback I received from Bill and my fellow labmates was invaluable. In every session, I learned a nugget that I could apply in my practice with clients, and I have become more confident and courageous as a result. I'm more Self-led and a better IFS coach because of the Lab and Bill's support and guidance. If you're curious about joining one of Bill's groups, don't hesitate!"
Megan Tsui
Certified Life Coach and Business Consultant
What to Expect
Small Group Setting – A maximum of 6 participants ensures everyone gets time and attention.
Commitment That Supports Growth – Start with a 3-month commitment for continuity and depth. After that, continue month-to-month. One free audit session is available if you’d like to experience the group before joining.
Live Supervised Practice – Each session features a spotlight coach practicing with Bill as the client, followed by group feedback. Every participant rotates into this role about once every two months.
Targeted Teaching – Each session begins with a short teaching segment, drawn from participant questions.
Round Robin Consultation – Everyone gets dedicated time to bring questions — about client cases, the IFS model, or their own process as a coach.
Support Between Sessions – Stay connected through a WhatsApp group and access a private resource page with helpful materials.
How it Works
Meets three times per month
90 minutes per session
Each session blends teaching, supervised practice, and consultation
What You’ll Gain
Over time, you’ll become a more Self-led coach — coaching with greater ease, confidence, and clarity. You’ll strengthen your ability to unblend in real time, hold structure without losing flexibility, and stay anchored in your client’s objectives while honoring the wisdom of their system.
FAQs
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This group is designed to support coaches who are IFS-trained or informed and will help you learn about and practice IFS to help your clients.
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Each participant is asked to have a 20 minute conversation with me to determine readiness and fit for the group experience.
Participants must be trained in the IFS model. Please contact me with questions about your training history.
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The initial commitment is for three months. Participants are asked to provide 30-days notice if they intend to exit the group. Otherwise, participants are welcome to continue on a month to month basis.
The initial cost is $700 for the first three months. After that, clients prepay for each month by the first day of the month at $250 per month.
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The IFS Coaches Lab group meets three Tuesdays per month from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM PDT.
A schedule of session dates is provided for three to four months.
Participants are encouraged to meet outside of scheduled group sessions for practice and support.
There is also a Whatsapp group created for use by group participants to communicate between sessions.
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The group is made up of up to six participants.
The group will be coached by me, Bill Tierney.
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Group sessions are held on Zoom.
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Yes, sessions are recorded and can be viewed only by those who are registered for the group.
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Confidentiality - honor the other participants in the group by keeping their participation in the group and anything they say in group sessions confidential.
Sessions are recorded - sessions will be stored in a Google drive folder and will be available to participants only. As new members join, a new folder is created to keep previous recordings confidential.
When viewing or listening to a recorded session, do so in full privacy. Do not share recorded sessions with anyone else.
Do not screen record, screen capture, or audio record sessions by any means.
If you notice I have forgotten to record, please remind me to do so.
I may use portions of recorded sessions limited to my voice and images for marketing purposes but participant voices and images will never be included in marketing videos, audios, or written descriptions.
Responsibility for your own experience - Please do not share advice or feedback to other participants. During sessions, before referencing something someone else in the session has shared, ask their permission. Drawing attention to the share of another can diminish the sense of safety for others in the group, even if it feels like a positive reflection. When sharing, be intentional and speak for your own experience and for your parts.
In this group, participants do not confront or challenge each other. Your healing and growth will be a result of your willingness and ability to focus on yourself and your experience.
Participants do not give advice or feedback to other participants.
Be on time - I am committed to starting and ending sessions on time and ask that you arrive in sessions on time.
You will receive reminders with zoom links but take responsibility for being here on time and prioritize these sessions over other optional appointments and activities. Reserve the time in your calendar and limit potential distractions during sessions
If you know you will miss or be late for a session or plan to leave a session early, please notify me.
Honor the clock - I will use an online clock throughout the session to manage time and to provide space for everyone to have an equal opportunity to share. When time has elapsed, the timer will change color and emit an audible beep. Wrap up your share within 5 seconds of elapsed time.
Bill is coach - Bill has permission to offer coaching during sessions. This may consist of offers, observations, requests, and facilitated explorations.
You are always at choice but please remain coachable - this means you are open to be coached even if you decline my offers or requests. As you participate in the group, consider your own safety and the safety of the group.
Didn’t find the answer? Send me a message.
Fees
Three 90-Minute Group Sessions Per Month
$700 Intial deposit pays for your first three months
$250 per month after your initial commitment
Questions or comments