Kristen Burge
JD, MA, CM/F, Certified IFS Practitioner
Co Founder
Kristen works in the areas of law, mediation, and trauma-informed approaches for healing and wellness, and has worked with Indigenous and tribal communities throughout her career. Kristen is a Level 3 trained and Certified IFS Practitioner with additional training in IFS couples and relational work (“Intimacy from the Inside Out” or "IFIO"). She has served as a Program Assistant for IFS Institute Level 1 and Level 2 trainings, is on staff for IFIO trainings, and received a Certificate in Clinical Applications of IFS Therapy from the Adler Graduate Professional School. Kristen incorporates somatic and group work in her practice and has participated in an IFS Healing Circles workshop, Somatic IFS retreats, and has trained in Somatic Experiencing.
Kristen is passionate about the profound healing possible with the IFS model for individuals, groups, and communities. She values its respectful and collaborative approach, including integration of legacy and cultural aspects in working with Indigenous communities. Kristen has a particular interest in relational work, including conflict resolution and relationship building, amid the deepening polarizations seen throughout society. Her work is oriented towards shifting from adversarial paradigms to collaboration and respect for all peoples and helping foster understanding and healing for individuals and communities.