Conflict is an inevitable part of every relationship, but rupture does not have to result in lasting disconnection. When approached with curiosity, courage, and Self-energy, moments of conflict can become meaningful opportunities for greater understanding, healing, and connection.

In this intermediate-level experiential workshop, participants will explore conflict through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), with particular attention to what happens within our internal systems when relationships become strained. We will examine how protective parts respond to perceived threats, misunderstandings, and relational injuries—and how accessing Self can help us move from defensiveness, blame, avoidance, or withdrawal toward greater openness, accountability, and connection.

Because conflict does not occur outside of culture, participants will also explore how cultural identities, experiences, messages, and norms influence the ways we understand, express, and respond to conflict. Participants will be invited to identify their own culturally influenced conflict styles, consider how differences in conflict styles can contribute to relational ruptures, and develop greater conflict agility when navigating these differences. The workshop will also examine the roles of microaggressions, intent, impact, and shame within experiences of conflict and rupture.

A central focus of the workshop will be the important distinction between apology and repair. Participants will learn and practice the skills needed to move beyond simply saying “I’m sorry” toward creating meaningful, Self-led repairs that acknowledge impact, support accountability, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection in the relationships that matter most.

Blending didactic instruction, case examples, personal reflection, guided experiential exercises, group discussion, and dyadic practice, this workshop will offer participants both a deeper understanding of relational rupture and practical IFS-informed tools for unblending from reactivity, navigating conflict, and fostering meaningful repair.egacy and pective, explore the roles of shame and family secrecy, and learn ways to

Intended Audience
Master’s level social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, and other healing professionals trained in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. This workshop is designed for clinicians who have completed IFS Level 1 training, as well as IFS-informed clinicians who have experience applying IFS approaches in their clinical work.

Course Interaction
This interactive workshop will incorporate didactic instruction, case examples, facilitated large-group discussion, small-group discussion, and guided experiential exercises. Participants will have opportunities to reflect on their own conflict patterns, practice methods for unblending from reactive parts, and apply the components of a Self-led repair through structured experiential and dyadic practice. Questions, shared reflections, and instructor-facilitated dialogue will be integrated throughout the training.

Level of Content: Intermediate (ASWB)
Workshop Learning Objectives

• Identify four cultural conflict styles
• Recognize their own culturally influenced conflict style and describe strategies for developing greater conflict agility.
• Demonstrate two IFS-informed methods for unblending from reactive parts during conflict.
• Explain how shame and shame-protective responses can contribute to relational conflict and rupture.
• Differentiate an apology from a meaningful relational repair.
• Identify and practice five essential components of a Self-led repair.

Trainer Information

Jory Agate, LMHC, MDiv., MA, is an Internal Family Systems therapist, trainer, and consultant with a private practice in Cambridge, MA, USA.Jory is committed to creating a collaborative clinical space that honors the cultural uniqueness of her clients. She specializes in treating trauma without pathologizing individuals for the creative ways they may have learned to cope.

Jory had previous careers as a minister and Sign Language interpreter/Deaf educator in the US and abroad including 3 years in the Peace Corps as a Deaf educator in Dumaguete, Negros.

Currently she is a lead trainer for the IFS Institute and trains clinicians all around the globe in the IFS modality of psychotherapy. In addition to her private practice, she provides consultation in IFS therapy, cultural agility, sexuality education, leadership development, and group dynamics.

In her free time, she enjoys all things related to the water, basket weaving, candy making, travel and playing bridge.

Registration Information

Registration Fee:
Live Participation (with CEs): $250 USD
All participants will receive access to the workshop recording for 60 days.
Recording-Only Purchase (no CEs): $200 USD
The recording-only option provides on-demand access for 60 days to the lecture content and workshop materials only and does not include live participation or CE credit. Recording link and materials will be emailed on Saturday, March 13.

Compassionate Access Adjustments
At Multiplicity of the Mind, we value accessibility and community care. We offer Compassionate Access Adjustments for clinicians who may need financial flexibility to attend. These fee adjustments reflect our belief that everyone deserves opportunities for learning and connection, regardless of financial circumstances.

If a reduced fee would make participation possible for you, please email us at info@multiplicityofthemind.com and let us know what amount of financial assistance or discount would make the workshop accessible for you. While we’re unable to offer full scholarships at this time, we do our best to accommodate requests whenever possible. We’re also happy to arrange split payments via invoice if that would make registration more manageable.

Registration Deadline: Please register by 5:00 PM, March 11, 2027, Eastern Time.

Cancellation and Refund Policy
Full refund, minus $25 administration fee, until February 10, 2027. After that date, there are no refunds for cancellation. Cancellation and refund requests shall be submitted in writing to info@multiplicityofthemind.com.

Workshop Video Recording
This workshop will be recorded and available for viewing for 60 days after the workshop concludes. At Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center, we recognize the value of recording workshop. Therefore, we have established the following policy regarding workshop recordings. Please review the recording policy HERE. Please note that only live participation will be eligible for CEs.

Disability Related Accommodations and Services
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990), Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center will make reasonable adjustments or modifications to practices, policies and procedures, and to provide auxiliary aids and services for our training participants with disabilities. It is the responsibility of participants who seek disability-related accommodations and services to submit their requests in a timely manner prior to the training, notwithstanding emergencies or unexpected events that require services. Participants may request services during the registration process. Some services may require further written medical verification that supports the medical reason for the request (e.g., a supporting letter from their medical provider). To start this process, To start this process, participants can complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation Form and email it info@multiplicityofthemind.com.

Code of Conduct
By registering for and attending this workshop, you agree to adhere to our Code of Conduct for Online Workshops. Your participation signifies your commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive learning environment for all attendees.

Complaints and Grievances
The goal at Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center is to provide an effective learning experience for all participants. Prior to a scheduled workshop, if you have a problem with registration-related issues, e.g., issues with the registration form, payment, website, promotional materials, emails, you are expected to email Katie Wine-Appleton (info@multiplicityofthemind.com), as soon as possible. During a training event, the trainer responsible for conducting the training has Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center’s authority to address any concerns that arise during the actual training. Every effort will be made to address the concerns during the training to include changing practice partners, addressing staff issues, etc. If the trainer is unable to address the participant’s concerns, the complaints and grievances shall be presented in writing to Katie Wine-Appleton, LPCC-S, Founder, Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center. During and after the workshop completion, complaints and grievances regarding course content, promotional or educational materials, facilitator’s behaviors, workshop site, facilities, technological resources, or any other course-related issues, shall be presented in writing to Katie Wine-Appleton, LPCC-S, Founder, Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center. Licensed Social Workers: Should social workers have a specific grievance, these grievances will be addressed by Helen Hill, LISW-S, the social work consultant for Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center. Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center’s approach in resolving grievances is always from the perspective of what is in the fairest way to resolve the matter. All complaints and grievances are reviewed within 5 working days. Formal grievances are required to be written and emailed to info@multiplicityofthemind.com and will be responded to within 10 business days. There are no known conflicts of interests for this workshop.

System Requirements
Participants must have a stable internet connection and must use their own computer (not a cell phone) during the training. The computer must have a working camera and meet Zoom system requirements. To view more information on Supported Operating Systems, tablet devices, web browsers, processor/RAM, and bandwidth requirements click HERE.

Contact Information for Questions and Assistance
Please contact Katie Wine-Appleton, Owner/CE Director for Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center, with questions, concerns, etc. She can be reached at info@multiplicityofthemind.com