Resolve the Internal War: A Guide to Parts Therapy
Why do clients say "I want to stop," but continue to self-sabotage? Why do trauma survivors feel "fragmented" or "at war" with themselves?
The answer lies in Ego States.
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The LSCCH UK Specialist Certificate in Ego State Therapy is an advanced training for therapists who want to work with the plurality of the human mind. This course teaches you how to identify, communicate with, and heal the distinct "parts" of the personality that drive behaviour.
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The Outcome: You will gain the skills to treat complex trauma, resolve internal conflicts, and help clients achieve a profound sense of integration and wholeness.
Why Train in Ego State Therapy?
This is one of the most powerful tools for "stuck" cases where standard cognitive therapy fails.
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Treat Resistance: Stop fighting the client's resistance. Learn to talk directly to the "Protector Part" that is blocking change.
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Trauma Informed: Ideally suited for working with PTSD, Dissociation, and childhood abuse survivors without causing re-traumatisation.
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Beyond Hypnosis: While powerful with hypnosis, EST principles can be integrated into talk therapy and EMDR.
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Professional Growth: This qualification counts towards the Advanced Practitioner Diploma (APDIP).
Course Syllabus: What You Will Master
This specialist training is conducted over comprehensive clinical modules, moving from the theory of personality to advanced somatic bridging techniques.
Module 1: The Anatomy of the Self
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The Framework: An in-depth Overview of Ego State Therapy and how personality parts are formed.
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The Dialogue: Establishing specific Guidelines for Communicating with Ego States safely.
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The System: Working with Ego States to understand their roles, ages, and functions.
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Collaboration: Gaining Help from Other Ego States to resource the client.
Module 2: Navigating Complex States
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The Critics: Identifying and negotiating with Aggressor Introjects (internalised critical voices).
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The Defenders: Understanding Protector States—why they block therapy and how to win their trust.
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The Shadows: Safely managing Difficult or Malevolent States without fear.
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The Silent Ones: Techniques for Accessing States that are Reluctant or Unable to Speak.
Module 3: Somatic Bridges & Stabilisation
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Somatic Connection: Mastering The Invisible Bridge technique to give emotional states a voice through the body.
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Resourcing: Practical sessions on Becoming More Resourceful and internal team building.
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Safety Protocols: The Dissociative Stabilisation Technique from Quantum Therapy for grounding highly dissociative clients.
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Integration: Structuring a full Ego State Therapy Session from start to finish.
Course Duration
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4 Months
Format
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Live Virtual Lectures
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Practical Workshops
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Online Learning.
Assessment
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Practical demonstration & Written Assignment.
CPD Hours
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35 Hours
Prerequisite
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Must be a qualified Therapist, Counsellor, or Clinical Hypnotherapist with experience in holding a therapeutic space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as "Internal Family Systems" (IFS)?
They are "cousins." Both modalities work with "parts," but Ego State Therapy (EST) evolved from the hypnotherapy tradition, while IFS evolved from systems theory. EST is particularly powerful because it utilises the trance state to access parts more rapidly.
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Do I need to be a Hypnotherapist to take this?
It is highly recommended. EST relies on the ability to focus internal attention (trance). If you are a counsellor without hypnosis training, we recommend taking our Foundation Certificate first, or speaking to our admissions team about your suitability.
Can this help with addiction?
Yes. Addiction is often driven by a "Soothe" or "Escape" part. EST allows you to negotiate with that part directly to find healthier ways to meet its needs.
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