
proudly presents
Basics of Somatic IFS: Integrating Body and
Parts Work
January 23-24, 2026
11:00am – 5:30pm ET (both days)
Live, interactive webinar on Zoom
Facilitator: Marcella Cox, LMFT, CEDS-C, Somatic IFS Assistant Trainer
10 Clock Hours of CEs
Workshop Fee: $350 USD
This workshop will be recorded.
If you are unable to attend live, you can purchase the recording prior to the date of the training. Continuing ed credits are for live participation only.
Note: The registration and payment process is the same whether you plan to attend live or receive the recording. On the registration form, you’ll be able to indicate whether you prefer to join us live or access the recording afterward.

Somatic Internal Family Systems (Somatic IFS) expands the IFS model through somatic practices that deepen safety, embodiment, and integration and bridge the gap between insight and embodied transformation. This 10-hour workshop provides an introduction to the fundamentals of Somatic IFS, designed for clinicians who want to integrate body-based practices into parts work in order to expand access to Self energy and support transformation from the inside out.
Participants will explore the core principles of Somatic IFS, including somatic awareness, conscious breathing, radical resonance, mindful movement, and attuned touch. These practices create pathways to embodied Self energy, enhance nervous system regulation and safety, and open new possibilities when clients feel stuck in protective patterns or polarizations.
Through teaching, guided practices, and experiential exercises, you will learn how to bring an embodied dimension to your clinical work that not only facilitates embodied Self-to-part relationships, but also helps clients restore trust in their bodies, deepen integration, and sustain healing over time. Somatic IFS also strengthens the therapist’s capacity to embody Self energy in resonant, attuned ways that enrich the therapeutic relationship.
This workshop is both educational and experiential. You will leave with a strong foundation in the fundamentals of Somatic IFS and practical tools you can apply in your clinical practice. A basic understanding of the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model is required, as this workshop builds on IFS principles and expands them into embodied practice. Whether you are new to Somatic IFS or seeking to strengthen your embodied approach, this training will support you in cultivating a deeper, more compassionate connection to your own system and to those you serve.

Intended Audience
This workshop is designed for a diverse audience of mental health professionals, including Master’s level counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists; psychologists, and other professionals and practitioners working in the mental health field.
A basic understanding of the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model is required, as this workshop builds on IFS principles and expands them into embodied practice.
Level of Content: Intermediate
Course Interaction
This live webinar is fully interactive. This workshop will incorporate a variety of learning modalities, including didactic teaching, guided experiential exercises, and small and large group discussions. Attendees may ask questions throughout the workshop.
Workshop Learning Objectives
- Identify and differentiate how protector parts and exiles manifest in the body.
- Utilize somatic awareness in unblending of one of your own therapist parts.
- Apply conscious breathing skills to develop a relationship with one of your own therapist parts.
- Identify and analyze the 3 physiological systems of Radical Resonance.
- Explain and demonstrate 2 ways protector parts can use movement.
- Discuss and evaluate one ethical consideration for using Attuned Touch in clinical practice.

Trainer Information

Marcella Cox, LMFT, CEDS-C, is a therapist, author and presenter specializing in the treatment of trauma and eating disorders. She’s a Somatic IFS Assistant Trainer for Susan McConnell, developer of Somatic IFS. She leads Somatic IFS and IFS for disordered eating workshops, trainings, retreats, and consultation groups. She is committed to creating an inclusive, and empowering learning environment where participants can explore the transformative potential of IFS and Somatic IFS. Marcella is also founder of Kindful Body, providing online therapy and nutrition counseling for eating and body issues in California, as well as co-founder of the IFS Consultation Collective providing weekly consultation with IFS lead trainers. www.ifs-consultation.com

Program Content and Timeline
Day 1: Friday, January 23, 2026
11am-5:30pm Eastern Time
11:00 – 11:45 am | Why Bring the Body into IFS?
Experiential Exercise: Guided experiential on embodiment
Didactic Teaching:
- Explore why the body is key to healing
- Recognize how parts manifest in the body
- Understand trauma as both an embodied and relational experience
- Explore how burdens (personal, cultural, intergenerational) disrupt embodiment
- Discover the body as the source of healing Self energy
- Define what “embodied healing” means in practice
11:45 am – 12:30 pm | About Somatic IFS
Experiential Exercise: Guided Somatic IFS experiential
Didactic Teaching: Overview of the Somatic IFS model
- Define core assumptions
- Key benefits of Somatic IFS
- The five Somatic IFS practices
- Flow of the model
12:30 – 12:45 pm | 15 minute Break
12:45 – 2:15 pm | Somatic Awareness
Experiential Exercises: Guided Somatic Awareness practices
Didactic Teaching:
- Define Somatic Awareness
- Therapist’s use of Somatic Awareness
- How to use Somatic Awareness in IFS
2:15 – 3:15 pm | 1 hour meal break
3:15 – 4:45 pm | Conscious Breathing
Experiential Exercises: Guided Conscious Breathing practices
Didactic Teaching:
- Define Conscious Breathing
- Therapist’s use of Conscious Breathing
- How to use Conscious Breathing in IFS
4:45 – 5:00 pm | 15 minute Break
5:00 – 5:30 pm | Integration & Closing
Reflection and integration of Day 1 learning
Day 2: Saturday, January 24, 2026
11am-5:30pm Eastern Time
11:00 am – 12:30 pm | Radical Resonance
Experiential Exercises: Guided Radical Resonance practices
Didactic Teaching:
- Define Radical Resonance
- Therapist’s use of Radical Resonance
- Resonance communication physiology
- Addressing Attachment Wounds
12:30 – 12:45 pm | 15 minute Break
12:45 – 2:15 pm | Mindful Movement
Experiential Exercises: Guided Mindful Movement practices
Didactic Teaching:
- Define Mindful Movement
- Therapist’s use of Mindful Movement
- Protectors & movement
- How to use Mindful Movement in IFS
2:15 – 3:15 pm | 1 hour meal break
3:15 – 4:15 pm | Attuned Touch
Experiential Exercises: Guided Attuned Touch practices
Didactic Teaching:
- Define Attuned Touch
- Ethical considerations and safety protocols
- Therapist’s use of Attuned Touch
- How trauma affects touch
- How to use Attuned Touch in IFS
4:15 – 4:30 pm | 15 minute Break
4:30 – 5:00 pm | Embodied Self Energy: The Core of Transformation
Experiential Exercises: Guided Embodied Self Energy practices
Didactic Teaching:
- Why “Embodied” Self
- Qualities of Embodied Self
- 8 Cs of Embodied Self Energy
5:00 – 5:30 pm | Integration & Closing
Reflection and integration of workshop learnings

Continuing Education (CE) Credit Information
Course Completion Requirements
To earn CE credit, participants must attend the entire course live and have their camera turned on, so attendance can be verified. Additionally, participants must complete an online course evaluation. Certificates of completion will be emailed after online course evaluation is completed via Flexiquiz.
CE Credits Available
Participants will receive 10 hours of continuing education (CE) credit upon completing this program. Carefully look at the approvals/acceptances that have been secured for the training for which you are registering.
This workshop qualifies for 10 continuing education clock hours as required by many national, state, and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Many states do not require specific approvals; several states require specific approvals; many accept national organization approvals or providers from other states. Save this workshop advertisement and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific requirements.
By registering for this course, you agree to check in to and be knowledgeable about the continuing education approvals that are required for members of your profession in your state. You may contact Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center with any questions PRIOR to the workshop.
IFS CEs: Application PENDING for 10 Clock Hours
Once approved, this live, synchronous workshop CE credits apply only for Level 1+ Trained individuals who are established Certification Candidates or pursuing IFS Recertification. Please check back for updates.
NBCC: 10 CEs
Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7522. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

ASWB ACE: 10 CEs
Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center, #2113, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 07/23/2025 – 07/23/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 10 clinical continuing education credits.
New York does not accept ASWB ACE provider or course/conference approval.
What states accept ASWB ACE clock hours? LINK


CE Broker Registrations
Please note: Only the states below use CE Broker to record/track CEs. This is not a full list of states that will accept/recognize this workshop as an eligible source to meet CE requirements.
Florida: Accepted by & Registered with the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling.
Kansas: Accepted by & Registered with the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board for Marriage and Family Therapists, Professional Counselors, Social workers, Masters Level Psychologists, and Psychologists.
Michigan: Accepted by & Registered with the Michigan Board of Social Work.
Mississippi: Accepted by & Registered with the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors.
New Hampshire: Accepted by & Registered with the New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice.
New Hampshire: Accepted by & Registered with the New Hampshire Board of Psychologists.
North Dakota: Accepted by & Registered with the North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners.
Ohio: Accepted by & Registered with the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board.
South Carolina: Accepted by & Registered with the South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors and Therapists.
South Carolina: Accepted by & Registered with the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners.
Tennessee: Accepted by & Registered with the Tennessee Board for Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital and Family Therapists and Licensed Clinical Pastoral Therapists.
Tennessee: Accepted by & Registered with the Tennessee Board of Social Workers.
Texas: Accepted by & Registered with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Texas: Accepted by & Registered with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors.
Texas: Accepted by & Registered with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Texas: Accepted by & Registered with the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners.
West Virginia: Accepted by & Registered with the West Virginia Board of Social Work
West Virginia: Accepted by & Registered with the West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling.

Registration Information
Registration Fee: $350 USD
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 for a list of coupon codes for various discount amounts to use at checkout. While we’re unable to offer full scholarships at this time, we do our best to make participation accessible whenever possible. We’re also happy to arrange split payments via invoice if that makes it easier to register.
Registration Deadline: Please register by 7:00 AM, Friday, January 23, 2026, Eastern Time.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Full refund, minus $25 administration fee, until December 24, 2025. 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 theRequest for Reasonable Accommodation Form and email it info@multiplicityofthemind.com.
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.
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.
Correspondence from Continuing Education Provider
Multiplicity of the Mind Learning Center will send correspondence about the training, including an email confirmation when the registration fee is received. An email with the Zoom link and other important information will be sent one week prior to the workshop, followed by another email with workshop materials 24 hours before the event. These emails will come from info@multiplicityofthemind.com.
If you are not receiving these emails, please check your Spam folder as correspondence from new organizations often ends up there. Once you receive your first correspondence, please save the email address to your address book. If you have not received a confirmation email or other correspondence from us within three days of the event, it is your responsibility to reach out to us at info@multiplicityofthemind.com.
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
Disclaimer: This workshop is not affiliated with the IFS Institute and is not a substitute for a Level 1 IFS training provided by the IFS Institute.