Hi Fuzzy. I'm so sorry you have experienced such treatment from your therapist. I'm glad to read that you are looking at other possibilities. I know nothing about "internal family systems" therapy, but think it's great that you are doing research on various options. I hear you on the frustration of having tried numerous therapists. Did you like any of the others? If so, what about them did you like? What about the others didn't you like? Perhaps an analysis before a search could be helpful in finding a better match.

It took me a long time to find the right therapists. Oh my! Trial and error. But I did take some notes along the way. I also got some feedback from my psychiatrist about what to look for in a therapist, for me. Luckily, my psychiatrist of over 12 years was a good match, and he knows me well. I have even found that my therapeutic needs have changed a bit over the years. What was right for me 5 years ago, wouldn't be as much now.