​Hello, and welcome.

My name is Ricardo, I am a counsellor, Gestalt therapist, supervisor, and practitioner informed by parts-based approaches, including Internal Family Systems.

Before using these recordings, it is important to understand how this material is intended to be used.

These recordings are educational and reflective practices designed to support awareness of your inner experience.

They are not therapy, and they are not a substitute for counselling, psychotherapy, or professional mental health care.

These practices are intended mainly for people who are already engaged in therapy or counselling, especially those working with parts-based or Internal Family Systems–informed approaches, and who wish to continue supporting their personal development between sessions.

You are responsible for deciding whether these practices are suitable for you.

If you have a history of trauma, dissociation, severe anxiety, or other mental health difficulties, it is recommended that you use these materials with the knowledge and support of your therapist or counsellor.

If at any point you feel overwhelmed, distressed, or unsafe while using these recordings, stop the practice and return your attention to your surroundings, your body, and your breathing.

If distress continues, contact your therapist, counsellor, or an appropriate support service.

These recordings are provided for personal use and self-reflection, and you use them at your own responsibility.

They are offered as supportive tools, not as treatment, diagnosis, or crisis support.

These practices are informed by parts-based therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems–informed work.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a registered trademark of the IFS Institute.
These materials are not affiliated with or endorsed by the IFS Institute.

These recordings are created in line with professional ethical principles that aim to:

• support personal awareness

• protect safety and wellbeing

• respect personal responsibility

• avoid causing harm

These principles reflect good practice within professional counselling standards.

If you are currently in crisis, experiencing thoughts of harming yourself, or feeling unable to keep yourself safe, these recordings are not appropriate for your needs.
Please contact local emergency services or a trusted support person.

Before continuing with the next recording, take a moment to check:

Are you in a place where you feel safe, supported, and able to pause if needed?

If so, you may continue to the next practice.

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