David J. Stern, Psy.D.

David Stern, Psy. D. Began training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) more than 20 years ago. He is a certified IFS consultant and has trained hundreds of students from around the world through his 16-Week Thinking-Heart IFS Intensive Course. Additionally, he has presented at the IFS International Conference and consults with IFS practitioners globally.
IFS shares deep common ground with the world’s wisdom traditions, which allows it to transcend cultural boundaries. Because its principles are so foundational, it can be applied across many fields—from psychotherapy, education, and coaching to mediation, business, community work, and even politics. David sees IFS as an exquisitely practical psychospiritual practice that supports personal healing while also fostering the awakening of individuals, communities, and the wider world.