Schema Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Coffs Harbour, NSW
I draw from a range of evidence based therapeutic approaches, tailored to your unique needs:
Schema Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Person Centred Therapy
Attachment Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Trauma Informed CBT
I am a Clinical Psychologist Registrar and I offer individual and group therapy as well as psychological assessments in Coffs Harbour and via telehealth.
I became a psychologist to give people the support I wanted when I was younger. As someone who was born in rural Australia, I am passionate about providing support to those who don't always have access to it.
For me, therapy isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to find your own path forward.
I draw from a range of evidence based therapeutic approaches, tailored to your unique needs:
Schema Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Person Centred Therapy
Attachment Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Trauma Informed CBT
I am a Clinical Psychologist Registrar and I offer individual and group therapy as well as psychological assessments in Coffs Harbour and via telehealth.
I became a psychologist to give people the support I wanted when I was younger. As someone who was born in rural Australia, I am passionate about providing support to those who don't always have access to it.
For me, therapy isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to find your own path forward.
I provide a reflective and confidential space where you can explore not only the difficulties you are facing now, but the underlying patterns that shape your relationships, emotions and sense of self. Our work is not focused on short-term strategies, but on developing insight into longstanding ways of thinking, feeling and relating that may have formed early in life and continue to influence you today.
I provide a reflective and confidential space where you can explore not only the difficulties you are facing now, but the underlying patterns that shape your relationships, emotions and sense of self. Our work is not focused on short-term strategies, but on developing insight into longstanding ways of thinking, feeling and relating that may have formed early in life and continue to influence you today.
Have you tried therapy before and found that some things still won't shift? I bring a relational and embodied approach to working with complex trauma, dissociation, and longstanding patterns held in the body. I use EMDR and somatic approaches, alongside a relational, weight-inclusive approach to eating and body image concerns.
Have you tried therapy before and found that some things still won't shift? I bring a relational and embodied approach to working with complex trauma, dissociation, and longstanding patterns held in the body. I use EMDR and somatic approaches, alongside a relational, weight-inclusive approach to eating and body image concerns.
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
I work with adults who feel stuck, particularly where previous therapy has helped but not fully resolved things. This often includes trauma, anxiety, or workplace stress that continues to resurface in similar ways. The focus is on changing the underlying pattern, not just how you react to it. My approach is structured and collaborative, focused on processing experiences while maintaining stability. We work at a pace that feels manageable, adapting within the session to what works best for you, with you remaining grounded and in control throughout.
I work with adults who feel stuck, particularly where previous therapy has helped but not fully resolved things. This often includes trauma, anxiety, or workplace stress that continues to resurface in similar ways. The focus is on changing the underlying pattern, not just how you react to it. My approach is structured and collaborative, focused on processing experiences while maintaining stability. We work at a pace that feels manageable, adapting within the session to what works best for you, with you remaining grounded and in control throughout.
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With over ten years of professional experience, Nicole integrates principles from Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy into her practice, tailoring interventions to meet the individual needs of each client.
Nicole provides treatment for anxiety, depression, grief, post traumatic stress disorder and complex trauma resulting from abuse and neglect. Nicole has extensive knowledge and experience identifying ADHD, particularly more subtle ‘internalised’ presentations often observed in (but not exclusive to) women. Nicole enjoys working with women and Mothers, providing support to manage stress and burnout during periods of transition and managing adjustment to change. Her approach is attachment focused, trauma informed and neuro-affirming.
With over ten years of professional experience, Nicole integrates principles from Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy into her practice, tailoring interventions to meet the individual needs of each client.
Nicole provides treatment for anxiety, depression, grief, post traumatic stress disorder and complex trauma resulting from abuse and neglect. Nicole has extensive knowledge and experience identifying ADHD, particularly more subtle ‘internalised’ presentations often observed in (but not exclusive to) women. Nicole enjoys working with women and Mothers, providing support to manage stress and burnout during periods of transition and managing adjustment to change. Her approach is attachment focused, trauma informed and neuro-affirming.
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A life event that destabilises us can create all range of emotions and behavioural responses without our awareness and in turn, cause additional distress to your life. When we feel threatened, challenged or overwhelmed - our behaviours, feelings and thoughts can be all consuming. Without emotional processing and resolving the distress can form unhealthy maladaptive responses and associations. Engaging in professional help to support you through these events can provide you adaptive ways to respond to your world. Be brave and reach out.
A life event that destabilises us can create all range of emotions and behavioural responses without our awareness and in turn, cause additional distress to your life. When we feel threatened, challenged or overwhelmed - our behaviours, feelings and thoughts can be all consuming. Without emotional processing and resolving the distress can form unhealthy maladaptive responses and associations. Engaging in professional help to support you through these events can provide you adaptive ways to respond to your world. Be brave and reach out.
I believe the client is the expert in their lives, not myself. As such I approach each person with respectful curiosity so that we can work together to create an individually tailored treatment plan. Where people are struggling with shame or guilt, or are tired of telling their story yet again, we can work 'blind to therapist', where I don't need to know the full ins and outs of the issues people are struggling with.
I believe the client is the expert in their lives, not myself. As such I approach each person with respectful curiosity so that we can work together to create an individually tailored treatment plan. Where people are struggling with shame or guilt, or are tired of telling their story yet again, we can work 'blind to therapist', where I don't need to know the full ins and outs of the issues people are struggling with.
What matters to me, each and every day is and what I value the most about my work as a therapist is hospitality; being welcomed, attended to, supported, and encouraged.
My approach is eclectic and about as far from CBT as you can get. From learning the art of listening at Lifeline, I was drawn to Gestalt therapy, for its dynamic and active approach to therapy. Gestalt therapy is interested in the polarities we experience, how do we support ourselves and find agency in day to day life.
I am interested in and work with issues such as grief and loss, change, ageing, forgiveness and what does it mean to live a full life that allows
What matters to me, each and every day is and what I value the most about my work as a therapist is hospitality; being welcomed, attended to, supported, and encouraged.
My approach is eclectic and about as far from CBT as you can get. From learning the art of listening at Lifeline, I was drawn to Gestalt therapy, for its dynamic and active approach to therapy. Gestalt therapy is interested in the polarities we experience, how do we support ourselves and find agency in day to day life.
I am interested in and work with issues such as grief and loss, change, ageing, forgiveness and what does it mean to live a full life that allows
I work with children, adolescents, and families with a special interest in supporting people with any type of trauma and am trained in trauma-informed therapies e.g EMDR, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback. I also support mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, neurodiversity, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorders, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, Workcover, Narcissistic Abuse and Domestic Violence/relationship issues, court/legal reports and parenting skills. I am also a Board Approved Supervisor.
I work with children, adolescents, and families with a special interest in supporting people with any type of trauma and am trained in trauma-informed therapies e.g EMDR, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback. I also support mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, neurodiversity, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorders, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, Workcover, Narcissistic Abuse and Domestic Violence/relationship issues, court/legal reports and parenting skills. I am also a Board Approved Supervisor.
Vanessa Moore, founder and principal psychotherapist at Moore & Co., provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress, grief, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties and significant life transitions. She also works with individuals and families navigating separation, divorce, high-conflict relationships, family-law matters and complex legal circumstances. Therapy is carefully tailored to each client’s developmental needs, personal context and therapeutic goals, supporting deeper insight, greater emotional capacity and enduring psychological change.
Vanessa Moore, founder and principal psychotherapist at Moore & Co., provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress, grief, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties and significant life transitions. She also works with individuals and families navigating separation, divorce, high-conflict relationships, family-law matters and complex legal circumstances. Therapy is carefully tailored to each client’s developmental needs, personal context and therapeutic goals, supporting deeper insight, greater emotional capacity and enduring psychological change.
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How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive thought patterns formed in childhood—that other people can never be relied on, for example—can interfere with healthy functioning in adulthood. Accordingly, schema therapy works by directly targeting such unhealthy schemas, identifying their consequences, and replacing them with more adaptive ways of thinking. To this end, schema therapists aim to “reparent” the client by offering what they didn’t get in childhood—validation, for instance, or compassion—to reorient their worldview.
Is schema therapy evidence-based?
Schema therapy is still considered relatively new, and research on its efficacy is still in progress. However, some studies have concluded that it can be effective at treating certain mental health conditions, most notably personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder. Evidence for its efficacy in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD is promising but less conclusive, and experts warn that much of the existing research is of low quality.
Is schema therapy a type of CBT?
Schema therapy is based on many principles of CBT, most notably the process of recognising and challenging maladaptive thought patterns. But because schema therapy also draws from other approaches,including psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy, it is not considered a form of CBT. It also typically delves deeper into the client’s childhood than does CBT.
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy does not call for a set number of sessions and is instead open-ended, with the treatment timeline depending on the client’s primary concern(s), progress, and preferences. Treatment that lasts between six months and two years is common, though many clients will start to see progress much earlier than that.