Welcome to our space of healing and growth, where we share our passion for Parts Work and the transformative power it holds.
As two seasoned practitioners, we have embarked on the IFS journey together since meeting during our Level 1 training with the IFS Institute, and our lives have been deeply affected by this profound approach.
With decades of combined experience in the field of healing, bodywork and energy-based modalities, we each have a full-time practice that reflects the trust and transformation we experience with our clients and groups.
Our shared passion lies in bringing the systemic power and healing of parts work into the heart of our client relationships. We see the principles of an intelligent Self as the model of how we hold space, recognising the power of Self energy and witnessing the healing that occurs when we connect with our authentic Self.
We honour two essential types of consciousness: Self and parts - an interplay of wisdom and compassion. We align with the many teachings that hold this principle in their centre, and have marveled at the wisdom of IFS and its deep connections to spiritual and shamanic traditions, recognising that it represents a significant paradigm shift in the psychotherapy mainstream.
Our aim is to share our combined knowledge with you, and to show you the enormous healing potential of working with inner parts. We do this through introductory workshops, immersive experiences and our longer 12 week comprehensive course.
We are here to accompany you on your journey of deepening and understanding the power of Self and its relationship with parts.
"The demonstrations, role-play, and sculpting activities truly brought the concepts to life for me and allowed me to connect with my own unique parts in a profound way. This hands-on approach made my learning experience both impactful and memorable." — Kids Inspire attendee
Who are we as individuals?
Christiane Churchill-Ley
Drawing on over two decades of experience in alternative medicine and naturopathy, Christiane is an IFS Level 3 Certified Practitioner and Couples Therapist (IFIO) dedicated to internal enquiry and transformation. She runs a thriving practice, guiding individuals and couples with warmth, depth, and a finely attuned presence. Her work goes beyond symptom relief, creating a compassionate space for clients to heal from the inside out and reconnect with their true Self.
Christiane’s path to healing began in the arts, where she trained as a musician and vocalist, exploring the power of sound, resonance, and expression. This early career gave her a deep appreciation for rhythm, harmony, and the voice as a vessel for transformation - a sensibility that continues to shape her therapeutic work today.
Drawn to the deeper currents of human experience, she transitioned into Classical Homeopathy, training in the UK and extensively with Massimo Mangialavori MD in Bologna, Italy, where she embraced a systems-oriented approach to healing, honouring the intricate interplay of mind, body, and spirit.
In 2016, Christiane encountered Internal Family Systems, an experience she describes as a ‘second awakening’ on her path. Hearing Richard Schwartz PhD speak for the first time, she recognised IFS as a profound journey back to Self. She immersed herself in training with the IFS Institute in the UK, becoming a senior Program Assistant (PA), mentoring therapists and practitioners, both in the UK and internationally. She has assisted many esteemed trainers, including Ann Sinko, Mariel Pastor, Paul Ginter and Richard Schwartz himself. She was also part of the original pilot training with Richard Schwartz bringing IFS to coaches.
As the founder of her ‘Supporting Healing Journeys’ workshop series, Christiane integrates IFS with constellations (sculpting), creating experiential, body-centred spaces for inner work. She is passionate about teaching in this way that is both clear and deeply embodied, facilitating participants to not just understand the work but feel and integrate it within their own systems, increasing their spaciousness and Self expertise.
In addition to her busy private practice and workshops in IFS, Christiane loves studying, music, art and design. She finds joy in family life, nature, and the companionship of her beloved sighthounds, embracing the beauty and rhythm of the natural world.
Elise Parsons
With more than 30 years of experience in a variety of therapeutic modalities, Elise brings a deep understanding of the intricate interplay between mental, physical, and emotional well-being to her clinical practice with individuals and couples. As an IFS Level 3 Certified Practitioner and Couples Therapist (IFIO), she combines extensive training in Somatic Experiencing (SEP), Craniosacral Therapy (CST), and Supervision (CSTD) to offer a compassionate and integrative therapeutic approach.
Since establishing her practice in Bath in 2006, Elise has been dedicated to helping clients navigate stress management, trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and personal development. She also provides supervision to therapists, supporting their professional growth with insight and care. Her approach is both practical and deeply attuned, fostering a return to self-balance, authenticity and helping individuals embrace who they truly are
Beyond her clinical work, Elise has a rich background in training and facilitation. She has played an active role in numerous IFS training courses, serving as a programme assistant for Level 1 & Level 2 courses alongside esteemed teachers such as Mariel Pastor, Paul Ginter, Susan McConnell, Osnat Arbel & Ann Sinko. Her engagement in IFS training extends to leading her own courses, including a foundational Introduction program for therapists, multiple ten-week IFS development groups and a two-year personal development group.
Elise’s expertise in body-oriented therapies further enhances her teaching. She spent four years as a course assistant and two years as a course tutor in the Craniosacral Therapy training led by Paul Vick & Nina Molyneux, Resonance Trainings. Additionally, she served as an assistant for the Introduction to Somatic Experiencing training with Giselle Gilliard.
Elise is known for her warmth and playful sense of humor, and enjoys bringing this to her teaching style. She creates a safe and supportive learning environment where participants can deepen their skills and confidence.
Alongside her teachings and clinical work, Elise enjoys spending time with her two dogs, family, and friends. With 13 years spent backpacking overseas in her earlier years—living in monasteries and studying non-dual and Vajrayana practices. This connection to spirituality not only enriches her personal life but also informs her professional practice. Elise continues to embark on new adventures whenever possible.
"I loved the mix of enthusiasm, knowledge, experience, humor, and openness that Elise and Christiane share together. Their pairing was fantastic, and I look forward to seeing them both again."
— Kids Inspire Attendee