The Self-Energy Circle

The Self-Energy Circle is an intimate practice community where you'll learn to access your deepest, truest Self through the profound and proven framework of Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Discover the Freedom That's Already Within You

You don't need to be fixed. You need to be connected.

Within you right now there’s an abundant source of calmness, clarity, compassion, and courage. This isn't something you need to earn, develop, or achieve—it's already there, waiting beneath the protective layers of worry, criticism, and overwhelm that life has taught you to carry.

What If You Could...

  • Move from overwhelm to spaciousness – Transform the feeling of being crowded by anxious thoughts into experiencing room to breathe and think clearly

  • Lead from wisdom instead of reaction – Respond to life's challenges from your centered Self rather than your triggered parts

  • Feel genuinely connected – Experience authentic relationship with yourself and a community of others, free from the masks of performance and people-pleasing

  • Trust your inner guidance – Access the courage and clarity you need to make aligned decisions in work, relationships, and life

This Isn't Therapy. It's a Practice Community.

The Self-Energy Circle is for you if:

  • You're tired of feeling controlled by your anxious, critical, or defensive parts

  • You want to learn practical tools for accessing your inner wisdom daily

  • You're seeking authentic connection with others on a similar growth journey

  • You're curious about Internal Family Systems but want experiential learning, not just theory

  • You're ready to move beyond coping strategies toward genuine transformation

This community isn't for you if:

  • You're looking for a quick fix or surface-level positivity

  • You prefer to work alone rather than in community

  • You're not willing to engage in vulnerable, authentic sharing

  • You're currently in crisis and need clinical therapeutic support

"Our work together has been life changing. I am a more whole human, woman, wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, daughter-in-law than I was before."

~ Maria, business owner and health practitioner, California

How We Practice Together

  • 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 PM EDT

    Every other week, we gather for 2-hour experiential sessions that include:

    • Guided Self-energy meditations to help you access calmness and clarity

    • Live IFS demonstrations where members volunteer to work with their parts

    • Experiential practices like parts-mapping and peer connection exercises

    • Expert guest presentations from senior IFS practitioners monthly

  • On off-weeks, you'll be paired with another member for 1-on-1 practice sessions. These rotating partnerships (changed quarterly) allow you to:

    • Practice speaking "for" your parts instead of "from" them

    • Experience being witnessed in your growth process

    • Build meaningful connections within our community

  • Access our carefully curated library of:

    • Guided meditations for connecting with Self-energy

    • IFS-based journaling prompts and check-in practices

    • Recordings of all live sessions

    • Community chat for ongoing connection and support

Meet Your Guides

  • Justin Wilford is a professional Level 2 IFS practitioner, retreat leader, and mental health program designer focused on bringing more Self-energy into the world. Through his therapeutic 1:1 IFS practice, retreat work, and his Substack "Self-Energy," Justin helps people access the healing wisdom that's already within them. His approach balances experiential practice with grounded understanding, ancient wisdom with contemporary application.

  • Audra DiPadova is a community nonprofit leader, founder of several startups, and a passionate advocate for mental and emotional wellness. She serves as the Self-Energy Guide of the community, creating the supportive container that allows authentic connection and growth to flourish within our circle.

Investment & Commitment

    • Bi-monthly 2-hour live group sessions

    • Peer practice partnerships

    • Live demonstrations

    • Access to all recordings and IFS resources

    • Community platform access

    • Guest expert Q & As

    • Financial hardship scholarships available on a case-by-case basis

    • Quarterly commitment with monthly auto-renewal

    • Limited to 30 members in Phase 1

    • Discounts on retreats and pop-up events

  • The Self-Energy Circle is a curated community designed for individuals ready to commit to regular practice and authentic engagement. Our application process includes a brief written application followed by a conversation with our team.

    We're looking for people who have some foundational familiarity with Internal Family Systems concepts (whether through reading, therapy, or other exposure), are in a stable place emotionally where they can focus on growth rather than crisis support, and are genuinely excited about consistent participation in our bi-monthly sessions and peer partnerships.

    We also want to ensure that members can comfortably sustain the monthly investment and view this as a meaningful commitment to their personal development.

    This isn't about being "perfect" or having it all figured out—it's about finding people who are ready to show up authentically, support others in their journey, and engage wholeheartedly with the practices that help us all access more Self-energy.

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  • Q: Do I need prior experience with IFS? A: Not at all. We welcome both newcomers and experienced practitioners. Our approach is designed to meet you wherever you are in your journey.

    Q: What's the time commitment? A: Plan for 2 hours bi-monthly for group sessions, plus 1-2 hours for peer practice sessions on off-weeks. Daily practices are typically 10-20 minutes.

    Q: How is this different from therapy? A: While therapeutic in nature, this is a practice community, not clinical therapy. We focus on learning and practicing IFS concepts together rather than processing trauma or addressing mental health diagnoses.

    Q: What if I miss sessions? A: All sessions are recorded and available to members. While we encourage live participation, we understand that life happens.

    Q: Is this religiously affiliated? A: No. While we explore the spiritual dimension of Self-energy, our approach is non-denominational and welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs.

Ready to Connect with Your Self-Energy?

The Self-Energy Circle isn't about adding more to your life—it's about removing what's blocking access to the wisdom, compassion, and clarity you already possess.

If you're ready to move from feeling overwhelmed by your parts to experiencing the spaciousness of Self-energy, we'd love to have you join us.

Questions? Email us at info@yescollective.co

What Justin’s Clients are Saying

  • “Despite 20+ years of talk therapy, after just a few sessions with Justin, for the first time in my life, I knew that I was healing. His coaching method has completely changed the way I show up in life, for myself and everyone around me. My marriage, my parenting, my friendships, my career - the ripple effect is remarkable. Justin’s approach is brilliant, gentle, and kind. He creates a safe space to delve into our internal and subconscious shadows, where the treasures of healing and love are waiting to be found. This work is profound and transformative. I wish it upon everyone!”

    Sophy, Founder and CEO, California

  • “Working with Justin has been such an authentic, raw, beautiful, corrective experience in so many ways, that words really can’t do it justice. It has simply been one of the most profound experiences I have had in my life. It’s allowed me to reconnect to my creative parts without shame and allow myself to start to share my ideas out loud with friends. I’ve also come to really witness the power of my voice and am becoming more comfortable in using it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

    Alicia, Mental Health Practitioner, Colorado

  • “Over the years I have talked about IFS and given so many people Dick Schwartz’s books but they find IFS confusing and don’t always connect to it. But people have seen the shift in me this year, after your 10 week IFS program, and the freedom I am experiencing, that has encouraged others to give it a go. I know it’s up to each of us to do the work, to tap into courage, to look inside, listen to our parts and each discover our innate True Self, but you are an amazing teacher. Through your presence, your wisdom, your grace and kindness, and your patience, you open doors to the most incredible healing. Yes IFS is a powerful modality, but it is also how you simply be, how you teach it, and who you are that creates this trust and this safety for our wounded parts to heal. I’m just forever grateful that our paths crossed.”

    Katherine, Retired, Massachusetts,

  • “IFS with Justin has been a paradigm-shifting, life-enhancing experience. I've discovered parts of myself that I always intuitively felt were there, but didn't know how to access. He not only helped me access these parts, but heal them as well. He does an incredible job of listening & holding the space in a loving, open way so you can dive into the inner work, feeling safe & guided. I can't recommend working with Justin on emotional processing enough.”

    Anne, Entrepreneur and Business Owner, California

The Self-Energy Circle: Where wisdom meets practice and authentic connection catalyzes transformation