Schema Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Glebe, NSW
Alvin’s personal journey, shaped by early cultural transitions, fostered an appreciation for diverse perspectives and how our environments shape identity. These experiences inform his work with clients by centering their stories, emotions, and values. Through collaborative exploration of personal narratives, Alvin helps individuals gain insight into challenges, rediscover lost parts of themselves, and cultivate a grounded, resilient sense of self that guides them toward a purposeful direction in life. He remains committed to recognising each unique journey, creating a space for self-discovery and deeper understanding.
Alvin’s personal journey, shaped by early cultural transitions, fostered an appreciation for diverse perspectives and how our environments shape identity. These experiences inform his work with clients by centering their stories, emotions, and values. Through collaborative exploration of personal narratives, Alvin helps individuals gain insight into challenges, rediscover lost parts of themselves, and cultivate a grounded, resilient sense of self that guides them toward a purposeful direction in life. He remains committed to recognising each unique journey, creating a space for self-discovery and deeper understanding.
My clients are typically seeking peace in areas of their life involving, but not limited to: Relationships; Substance Use; Parenting; Grief & Loss; Trauma; Career Management.
My clients are typically seeking peace in areas of their life involving, but not limited to: Relationships; Substance Use; Parenting; Grief & Loss; Trauma; Career Management.
I am a Registered General Psychologist, Counsellor and Psychotherapist experienced in working with a wide range of common adult mental health concerns in an open, sincere and frank manner, including depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment and OCD disorders as well as various addictions (alcohol, drug, gambling, sex, internet) and recovery. As an older therapist, I bring decades of life experience into my counselling, with personal experience of many of the challenges facing clients, including trauma, grief/loss, neurodiversity (e.g. ADHD), sex/relationship/men's issues, workplace stress/bullying, hoarding, parenting and adoption.
I am a Registered General Psychologist, Counsellor and Psychotherapist experienced in working with a wide range of common adult mental health concerns in an open, sincere and frank manner, including depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment and OCD disorders as well as various addictions (alcohol, drug, gambling, sex, internet) and recovery. As an older therapist, I bring decades of life experience into my counselling, with personal experience of many of the challenges facing clients, including trauma, grief/loss, neurodiversity (e.g. ADHD), sex/relationship/men's issues, workplace stress/bullying, hoarding, parenting and adoption.
My approach blends evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, and a strengths-based perspective.
I’m a registered psychologist with 18 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed perspective, where I work to understand your unique background and history, and how these have shaped your present thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. I believe that by understanding the roots of our difficulties, we can begin to heal and make lasting change. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their concerns.
My approach blends evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, and a strengths-based perspective.
I’m a registered psychologist with 18 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed perspective, where I work to understand your unique background and history, and how these have shaped your present thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. I believe that by understanding the roots of our difficulties, we can begin to heal and make lasting change. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their concerns.
Arc Counselling is grounded in Awareness, Responsibility & Compassion.
Arc Counselling is a small private practice founded by Leon Ari.
It's a place where therapeutic outcomes emerge through an attuned relationship
that honours the inherent dignity, humanity and wholeness of every person.
At Arc Counselling, you are met with dignity, acceptance and respect.
Leon works inclusively with:
Individuals (12+)
Couples
Families
LGBTQIA+
Neurodivergent people
Commonly seeking support for:
Grief and loss
Identity & life transitions
Attachment and relationship
Anxiety and emotional distress
Trauma and adaptive responses.
Arc Counselling is grounded in Awareness, Responsibility & Compassion.
Arc Counselling is a small private practice founded by Leon Ari.
It's a place where therapeutic outcomes emerge through an attuned relationship
that honours the inherent dignity, humanity and wholeness of every person.
At Arc Counselling, you are met with dignity, acceptance and respect.
Leon works inclusively with:
Individuals (12+)
Couples
Families
LGBTQIA+
Neurodivergent people
Commonly seeking support for:
Grief and loss
Identity & life transitions
Attachment and relationship
Anxiety and emotional distress
Trauma and adaptive responses.
My modalities include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR and Schema Therapy.
Clinical Psychologist working in Camperdown with 25 years experience treating a wide range of mental health problems including anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, adjustment disorder and psychotic illness.
My modalities include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR and Schema Therapy.
Clinical Psychologist working in Camperdown with 25 years experience treating a wide range of mental health problems including anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, adjustment disorder and psychotic illness.
As humans, we will all go through challenging times and need support. Therapeutically, I work to assist the brain and body cope with trauma, challenging emotions and life experiences. I aim to sensitively attune to each person and look to work together to address your concerns. I humanise lived experiences and see the relevance of how our social and cultural context can shape our mood, mental health and recovery. I have special interest and experience working with people who have had a difficult childhood and those affected by trauma including sexual, physical, emotional, psychological & domestic abuse.
As humans, we will all go through challenging times and need support. Therapeutically, I work to assist the brain and body cope with trauma, challenging emotions and life experiences. I aim to sensitively attune to each person and look to work together to address your concerns. I humanise lived experiences and see the relevance of how our social and cultural context can shape our mood, mental health and recovery. I have special interest and experience working with people who have had a difficult childhood and those affected by trauma including sexual, physical, emotional, psychological & domestic abuse.
My approach includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
I aim to assist clients in navigating psychological challenges within a supportive therapeutic environment. I prioritise building therapeutic relationships through a collaborative approach, aiming to create a safe, understanding, and validating space. Within this environment, I work with each client to help identify their goals and develop practical evidence-informed strategies, while providing attentive listening grounded in ethical practice. I emphasise the importance of acknowledging progress throughout therapy, which may support a sense of confidence, self-belief, and hope.
My approach includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
I aim to assist clients in navigating psychological challenges within a supportive therapeutic environment. I prioritise building therapeutic relationships through a collaborative approach, aiming to create a safe, understanding, and validating space. Within this environment, I work with each client to help identify their goals and develop practical evidence-informed strategies, while providing attentive listening grounded in ethical practice. I emphasise the importance of acknowledging progress throughout therapy, which may support a sense of confidence, self-belief, and hope.
She utilises an evidence-based approach by drawing upon treatment modalities, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and schema therapy, amongst others.
She is also a Board approved supervisor who is affable and engaging, and not averse to using humour, as she guides supervisees in self-reflective practice while equipping with professional skills and knowledge in adult therapy. Her interests include anxiety, perfectionism, cross-cultural issues, and integrating techniques to enhance treatment effectiveness.
She utilises an evidence-based approach by drawing upon treatment modalities, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and schema therapy, amongst others.
She is also a Board approved supervisor who is affable and engaging, and not averse to using humour, as she guides supervisees in self-reflective practice while equipping with professional skills and knowledge in adult therapy. Her interests include anxiety, perfectionism, cross-cultural issues, and integrating techniques to enhance treatment effectiveness.
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
With years of clinical experience across hospital and private settings, and training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Schema Therapy, I offer grounded, evidence-based support to help you create lasting and meaningful change.
Life can be difficult at times - navigating work, friendships, family and your own interests. You get through the day but go to bed feeling empty. You may be stuck in emotional and behavioural patterns shaped by upbringing and expectations that once kept you safe but now hold you back. If you want to honour your values and culture while honouring yourself - understanding how the past shaped you, unlearning what no longer serves you, and building a life that feels authentic, balanced, and true to who you are - I may be the right fit for you.
With years of clinical experience across hospital and private settings, and training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Schema Therapy, I offer grounded, evidence-based support to help you create lasting and meaningful change.
Life can be difficult at times - navigating work, friendships, family and your own interests. You get through the day but go to bed feeling empty. You may be stuck in emotional and behavioural patterns shaped by upbringing and expectations that once kept you safe but now hold you back. If you want to honour your values and culture while honouring yourself - understanding how the past shaped you, unlearning what no longer serves you, and building a life that feels authentic, balanced, and true to who you are - I may be the right fit for you.
Do you feel like your brain works differently — and that most therapists don't quite get it?
I'm Gabi, a registered clinical psychologist in North Strathfield, Sydney. I work with adults and couples — including neurodiverse, neuro-mixed (where one partner is neurotypical), both-neurodiverse, and neurotypical couples navigating relationship difficulties.
I completed training in couples coaching for neurodiverse relationships. When you come to me as a couple, I'm not adapting a generic approach — I have a methodology built specifically for how neurodiverse brains experience love, conflict, and connection.
Do you feel like your brain works differently — and that most therapists don't quite get it?
I'm Gabi, a registered clinical psychologist in North Strathfield, Sydney. I work with adults and couples — including neurodiverse, neuro-mixed (where one partner is neurotypical), both-neurodiverse, and neurotypical couples navigating relationship difficulties.
I completed training in couples coaching for neurodiverse relationships. When you come to me as a couple, I'm not adapting a generic approach — I have a methodology built specifically for how neurodiverse brains experience love, conflict, and connection.
I find that people often come to therapy because they are stuck. They could be struggling with their mood, with their fears, with addiction, with relationship issues, with stress. Whatever the issue, they don’t understand why they are stuck and, despite their best efforts, they don’t know how to become unstuck. Their attempts to use the typical psychological skills and strategies from CBT or ACT don't work, not because of any personal failing, but because they haven't been able to identify the causes of their problem and because there is more to people than just simple thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
I find that people often come to therapy because they are stuck. They could be struggling with their mood, with their fears, with addiction, with relationship issues, with stress. Whatever the issue, they don’t understand why they are stuck and, despite their best efforts, they don’t know how to become unstuck. Their attempts to use the typical psychological skills and strategies from CBT or ACT don't work, not because of any personal failing, but because they haven't been able to identify the causes of their problem and because there is more to people than just simple thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
Jasmine has experience delivering intervention strategies for a range of mental health disorders across the lifespan including, anxiety, depression, personality trauma and grief related issues. Jasmine has a style that can be described as holistic, warm, inclusive and approachable, and she can easily engage with individuals in a respectful and non-judgmental manner. She provides an environment where individuals feel safe and comfortable to share their concerns. Jasmine works with adults aged 18 years and over.
Jasmine has experience delivering intervention strategies for a range of mental health disorders across the lifespan including, anxiety, depression, personality trauma and grief related issues. Jasmine has a style that can be described as holistic, warm, inclusive and approachable, and she can easily engage with individuals in a respectful and non-judgmental manner. She provides an environment where individuals feel safe and comfortable to share their concerns. Jasmine works with adults aged 18 years and over.
I’m Luna, Psychologist, Supervisor, EMDR Accredited Practitioner, and EFT Couples Therapist. I work with individuals who are capable and insightful yet feel stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, trauma responses, or repeating relational patterns. I also support couples who care deeply for each other but feel caught in cycles of conflict, distance, mistrust, or the impact of infidelity and broken trust. I help clients understand the attachment and trauma roots of these patterns, process emotional wounds, and shift how they relate, moving toward greater stability, trust, and connection.
I’m Luna, Psychologist, Supervisor, EMDR Accredited Practitioner, and EFT Couples Therapist. I work with individuals who are capable and insightful yet feel stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, trauma responses, or repeating relational patterns. I also support couples who care deeply for each other but feel caught in cycles of conflict, distance, mistrust, or the impact of infidelity and broken trust. I help clients understand the attachment and trauma roots of these patterns, process emotional wounds, and shift how they relate, moving toward greater stability, trust, and connection.
Whatever you are experiencing is a normal response to difficult circumstances. Maybe you have been having relationship issues, or you have struggled to move past a significant loss, or you're experiencing persistent feelings of anxiety/depression, or like no matter how hard you try you never feel like you are measuring up. People who find me tend to have noticed that the same difficulties keep coming back and that a deeper level of psychological work is needed. My approach is trauma-informed and psychodynamic so, I pay close attention to the unconscious mind and have an appreciation for how trauma impacts the body/nervous system.
Whatever you are experiencing is a normal response to difficult circumstances. Maybe you have been having relationship issues, or you have struggled to move past a significant loss, or you're experiencing persistent feelings of anxiety/depression, or like no matter how hard you try you never feel like you are measuring up. People who find me tend to have noticed that the same difficulties keep coming back and that a deeper level of psychological work is needed. My approach is trauma-informed and psychodynamic so, I pay close attention to the unconscious mind and have an appreciation for how trauma impacts the body/nervous system.
These include CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and EMDR.
I work with adults who have often felt misunderstood, overwhelmed, or stuck, or who feel their needs may not have been fully met by previous support. Common difficulties include trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, substance use, anger and emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, ADHD and grief. I also work with people seeking to understand and change behaviours that have at times affected their relationships, safety, wellbeing, or resulted in contact with legal systems.
These include CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and EMDR.
I work with adults who have often felt misunderstood, overwhelmed, or stuck, or who feel their needs may not have been fully met by previous support. Common difficulties include trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, substance use, anger and emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, ADHD and grief. I also work with people seeking to understand and change behaviours that have at times affected their relationships, safety, wellbeing, or resulted in contact with legal systems.
Going to therapy takes guts. Often, it takes a person, or a couple, years to move from contemplating therapy to booking a first appointment. It’s not an easy process. But, what you get out of therapy is directly related to what you put into it. And I will match your dedication with mine. The process of healing and recovery is also one of becoming and realising. Therapy is self-development at its most satisfying. Yes, it takes courage, effort, and, often, a leap of faith. But, if you are ready to give yourself the gift of therapy, I am here to take that leap with you.
Going to therapy takes guts. Often, it takes a person, or a couple, years to move from contemplating therapy to booking a first appointment. It’s not an easy process. But, what you get out of therapy is directly related to what you put into it. And I will match your dedication with mine. The process of healing and recovery is also one of becoming and realising. Therapy is self-development at its most satisfying. Yes, it takes courage, effort, and, often, a leap of faith. But, if you are ready to give yourself the gift of therapy, I am here to take that leap with you.
Drawing upon attachment informed EMDR, schema therapy, parts work, CBT and other evidence-based techniques, I support you in gaining a deeper understanding of your core beliefs, needs and values and help resolve the underlying drivers.
I use a holistic approach in order to support you navigating your life's challenges, aiming to understand your personal difficulties within the complexity of your life. I believe understanding the root cause of your distress and unhealthy coping mechanisms is important to create lasting change. My work focuses on processing trauma to help integrate all parts of yourself. I work with individuals experiencing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, low self-esteem, post traumatic stress (single event and complex trauma, attachment trauma), (chronic) anxiety and depression.
Drawing upon attachment informed EMDR, schema therapy, parts work, CBT and other evidence-based techniques, I support you in gaining a deeper understanding of your core beliefs, needs and values and help resolve the underlying drivers.
I use a holistic approach in order to support you navigating your life's challenges, aiming to understand your personal difficulties within the complexity of your life. I believe understanding the root cause of your distress and unhealthy coping mechanisms is important to create lasting change. My work focuses on processing trauma to help integrate all parts of yourself. I work with individuals experiencing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, low self-esteem, post traumatic stress (single event and complex trauma, attachment trauma), (chronic) anxiety and depression.
My focus is on anxiety, EMDR for healing trauma , building social confidence, mood stability and eating disorders. It is a privilege to watch my clients grow their confidence and re-engage with the things that matter to them.
My focus is on anxiety, EMDR for healing trauma , building social confidence, mood stability and eating disorders. It is a privilege to watch my clients grow their confidence and re-engage with the things that matter to them.
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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.