Becoming a sucessful Program Assistant: A Talk with Lead Trainer Rina Dubin

The podcast explores Rina Dubin's journey within the Internal Family Systems (IFS) community, particularly her experiences as a lead trainer and her perspectives on the evolving role of program assistants (PAs) in IFS trainings. Dubin, a lead IFS trainer, shares her initial skepticism towards formal IFS training and how experiential workshops led her to deeper involvement. She emphasizes the crucial role PAs play in skill-building for participants, describing them as the "front engine" of IFS training. Dubin also addresses the challenges PAs face, such as managing their own triggered parts while supporting participants, and highlights the need for more structured training and support for PAs. She touches on the organization's efforts to address implicit bias and promote diversity within IFS training programs. Finally, Dubin expresses excitement about the growing reach of the IFS model and its potential for broader applications in schools and businesses.