Schema Therapy Counselling in Sans Souci, NSW

Steven utilises an array of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing.
Steven is a psychologist who provides a calming presence to aid individuals understand and resolve their struggles within a relaxed environment. Steven emphasises the individuality of each client to ensure that they are seen as more than a diagnosis and receive an intervention tailored to their needs.
Steven has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and Master of Clinical Psychology.
Steven has had experience working within public and private settings to address a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
Steven utilises an array of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing.
Steven is a psychologist who provides a calming presence to aid individuals understand and resolve their struggles within a relaxed environment. Steven emphasises the individuality of each client to ensure that they are seen as more than a diagnosis and receive an intervention tailored to their needs.
Steven has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and Master of Clinical Psychology.
Steven has had experience working within public and private settings to address a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.

I’m trained in Schema Therapy and EMDR, both evidence-based therapies that can help address emotional patterns and past experiences that may be influencing your current well-being.
Do you feel stuck in patterns that prevent you from living the life you want? I’m a clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of experience, helping adults explore and address the underlying causes of their challenges. Using evidence-based approaches, I focus on more than just symptom management, working with you to get to the root of the issues and support lasting change that improves your well-being. I’m particularly passionate about helping people experiencing anxiety, trauma, OCD, or difficulties with life patterns, such as people-pleasing and relationship challenges, move toward a more fulfilling life.
I’m trained in Schema Therapy and EMDR, both evidence-based therapies that can help address emotional patterns and past experiences that may be influencing your current well-being.
Do you feel stuck in patterns that prevent you from living the life you want? I’m a clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of experience, helping adults explore and address the underlying causes of their challenges. Using evidence-based approaches, I focus on more than just symptom management, working with you to get to the root of the issues and support lasting change that improves your well-being. I’m particularly passionate about helping people experiencing anxiety, trauma, OCD, or difficulties with life patterns, such as people-pleasing and relationship challenges, move toward a more fulfilling life.

Georgia is trained in and provides Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Georgia is a psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. She has a genuine and empathetic therapeutic style, committed to providing a non-judgemental space to achieve therapeutic goals through evidence-based psychological therapy. Georgia is a registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who completed her Masters of Clinical Psychology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), as well as previous studies in psychology at Macquarie University (MQ) and the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP). She has an interest in public health, having completed research on gambling and drug addictions.
Georgia is trained in and provides Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Georgia is a psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. She has a genuine and empathetic therapeutic style, committed to providing a non-judgemental space to achieve therapeutic goals through evidence-based psychological therapy. Georgia is a registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who completed her Masters of Clinical Psychology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), as well as previous studies in psychology at Macquarie University (MQ) and the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP). She has an interest in public health, having completed research on gambling and drug addictions.

Rachel is a Psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Rachel has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at the Australian Catholic University, and both a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Bond University. Rachel’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, warm, and non-judgemental. She ensures compassionate, empathetic care, regardless of presentation or concern. Rachel enjoys working with clients across the life span, delivering both individual and group-based therapy. She has previous experience working in both education and private practice settings.
Rachel is a Psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Rachel has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at the Australian Catholic University, and both a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Bond University. Rachel’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, warm, and non-judgemental. She ensures compassionate, empathetic care, regardless of presentation or concern. Rachel enjoys working with clients across the life span, delivering both individual and group-based therapy. She has previous experience working in both education and private practice settings.

Fiona is a Registered Psychologist and Marte Meo Therapist, who has provided counselling and therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families for approximately 15 years. Fiona takes a multi-disciplinary approach to her work, involving school staff, Medical and Allied Health practitioners where appropriate to ensure each client has the support they need to have the best chance at success in therapy. Fiona is client focused and believes in the importance of developing a trusting therapeutic relationship with each of her clients in order to meet their needs and to provide the best outcome.
Fiona is a Registered Psychologist and Marte Meo Therapist, who has provided counselling and therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families for approximately 15 years. Fiona takes a multi-disciplinary approach to her work, involving school staff, Medical and Allied Health practitioners where appropriate to ensure each client has the support they need to have the best chance at success in therapy. Fiona is client focused and believes in the importance of developing a trusting therapeutic relationship with each of her clients in order to meet their needs and to provide the best outcome.

“Everybody is important; everybody deserves to live their best life. I am here to help you connect with yourself and others, to solve your requests as quickly and effectively as possible, in a way that is long lasting and sustainable”. Her approach is unique. She integrates therapies and customises them to suit the needs of the client. She aims to work with clients to co-create individually tailored and sustainable solutions. Amanda’s interventions aim to address the important relationship between the mind and body. She enjoys helping clients attain a greater wellbeing.
“Everybody is important; everybody deserves to live their best life. I am here to help you connect with yourself and others, to solve your requests as quickly and effectively as possible, in a way that is long lasting and sustainable”. Her approach is unique. She integrates therapies and customises them to suit the needs of the client. She aims to work with clients to co-create individually tailored and sustainable solutions. Amanda’s interventions aim to address the important relationship between the mind and body. She enjoys helping clients attain a greater wellbeing.

Dr Anastasia Hronis (B Psych Hons, M Clin Psych, AMusA, LMusA, Ph.D) is a clinical psychologist and founder of the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Anastasia provides individual and group therapy. Anastasia also holds the position of Honorary Associate at the University of Technology Sydney, where she provides lectures and research supervision to students in the Master of Clinical Psychology Program.
Dr Anastasia Hronis (B Psych Hons, M Clin Psych, AMusA, LMusA, Ph.D) is a clinical psychologist and founder of the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Anastasia provides individual and group therapy. Anastasia also holds the position of Honorary Associate at the University of Technology Sydney, where she provides lectures and research supervision to students in the Master of Clinical Psychology Program.

I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
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I utilise acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, attachment theory and schema therapy in my sessions.
What brings someone to therapy is sometimes very clear, there is some issue or problem in their life that is hurting very much that drives them to seek help. For others it could be a vague restlessness, a sense of boredom or emptiness that pushes them to try to figure things out. Regardless what brings you to therapy, I aim to meet you exactly where you are, with compassion and without judgment. I take time to truly connect with you to ensure that you feel heard and understood.
I utilise acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, attachment theory and schema therapy in my sessions.
What brings someone to therapy is sometimes very clear, there is some issue or problem in their life that is hurting very much that drives them to seek help. For others it could be a vague restlessness, a sense of boredom or emptiness that pushes them to try to figure things out. Regardless what brings you to therapy, I aim to meet you exactly where you are, with compassion and without judgment. I take time to truly connect with you to ensure that you feel heard and understood.

Alanna Mao
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eastgardens, NSW 2036
I work collaboratively with my clients to develop the best evidence-based treatment plan for their needs, drawing upon a range of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, EMDR, Psychodynamic Therapy and Gottman Relationship Therapy.
As a clinical psychologist I have worked with people from all walks of life experiencing all kinds of unique struggles. I value the opportunity to form genuine and meaningful connections with my clients and to help them build upon their existing strengths, come to new understandings of themselves and the lenses through which they view the world, and equip them with the skills needed to navigate life’s challenges. I also work with couples to help them identify and break through negative interactional cycles, heal from breaches of trust and crises, and to reconnect and rebuild a healthy relationship.
I work collaboratively with my clients to develop the best evidence-based treatment plan for their needs, drawing upon a range of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, EMDR, Psychodynamic Therapy and Gottman Relationship Therapy.
As a clinical psychologist I have worked with people from all walks of life experiencing all kinds of unique struggles. I value the opportunity to form genuine and meaningful connections with my clients and to help them build upon their existing strengths, come to new understandings of themselves and the lenses through which they view the world, and equip them with the skills needed to navigate life’s challenges. I also work with couples to help them identify and break through negative interactional cycles, heal from breaches of trust and crises, and to reconnect and rebuild a healthy relationship.

Approaching therapy with a trauma-informed, person-centered, and affirming lens, I utilise therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, & Schema Therapy.
Hi there, my name is Georgina and i'm a registered psychologist. I offer accessible and affirming assessments and mental health support to young people and adults across Australia. With a diverse background of experience, I've supported young people and their parents in both private practice and school settings, conducted assessments, and aided adults in exploring and embracing their neurotype. I also have experience working with individuals in the perinatal period in areas such as adjustment, perinatal depression and anxiety, and OCD.
Approaching therapy with a trauma-informed, person-centered, and affirming lens, I utilise therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, & Schema Therapy.
Hi there, my name is Georgina and i'm a registered psychologist. I offer accessible and affirming assessments and mental health support to young people and adults across Australia. With a diverse background of experience, I've supported young people and their parents in both private practice and school settings, conducted assessments, and aided adults in exploring and embracing their neurotype. I also have experience working with individuals in the perinatal period in areas such as adjustment, perinatal depression and anxiety, and OCD.

Lana Jaff - EMDR & Trauma Treatment
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Castle Hill, NSW 2154
I draw upon a comprehensive toolkit of psychological frameworks, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am deeply committed to facilitating meaningful and lasting change. My clinical practice focuses on individuals with complex presentations, including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Beyond these challenges, I am also passionate about supporting anyone aspiring to self-understanding, personal growth, and a high quality of life. I work with you to optimise your well-being, build resilience, and achieve greater fulfilment, empowering you to move beyond simply managing difficulties towards a life of greater well-being.
I draw upon a comprehensive toolkit of psychological frameworks, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am deeply committed to facilitating meaningful and lasting change. My clinical practice focuses on individuals with complex presentations, including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Beyond these challenges, I am also passionate about supporting anyone aspiring to self-understanding, personal growth, and a high quality of life. I work with you to optimise your well-being, build resilience, and achieve greater fulfilment, empowering you to move beyond simply managing difficulties towards a life of greater well-being.

I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioural approach, however am trained in dialectical behaviour therapy, schema therapy for eating disorders, motivational interviewing approaches, and family based therapy.
I enjoy working with a range of psychological and emotional concerns. My main area of interest is helping people who are living with an eating disorder. I am passionate about timely and effective support for individuals struggling with eating and body image concerns. In addition to eating disorders, I enjoy working with people who are experiencing different types of anxiety and emotional distress, chronic pain and illness, relationship concerns, grief, loss and adjusting to life changes including parenthood.
I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioural approach, however am trained in dialectical behaviour therapy, schema therapy for eating disorders, motivational interviewing approaches, and family based therapy.
I enjoy working with a range of psychological and emotional concerns. My main area of interest is helping people who are living with an eating disorder. I am passionate about timely and effective support for individuals struggling with eating and body image concerns. In addition to eating disorders, I enjoy working with people who are experiencing different types of anxiety and emotional distress, chronic pain and illness, relationship concerns, grief, loss and adjusting to life changes including parenthood.

DY Psychology | Dana Yalouz Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
As a trauma-informed therapist, I am trained in the following evidence-based therapies; CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and EMDR.
I am a registered psychologist and EMDR Therapist who is passionate about providing a compassionate and authentic experience for individuals seeking to develop an understanding of themselves and make meaningful changes. My therapeutic approach is holistic, exploring the connection between the mind and body to guide and support you increase your self-awareness and navigate your unique challenges. I have supported people across their lifespan in navigating their unique mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationships, substance use, neurodiversity and more.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I am trained in the following evidence-based therapies; CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and EMDR.
I am a registered psychologist and EMDR Therapist who is passionate about providing a compassionate and authentic experience for individuals seeking to develop an understanding of themselves and make meaningful changes. My therapeutic approach is holistic, exploring the connection between the mind and body to guide and support you increase your self-awareness and navigate your unique challenges. I have supported people across their lifespan in navigating their unique mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationships, substance use, neurodiversity and more.

He draws on a flexible combination of evidence-based treatment modalities to tailor therapy to his clients’ individual needs, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, schema therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Ashley is a warm and grounded clinical psychologist who helps clients to practically manage challenges they face and improve their wellbeing. He works with adults and adolescents facing mood and anxiety disorders, interpersonal and relationship challenges, grief and loss, perfectionism, substance and behavioural addictions and adult ADHD. He has gained diverse clinical experience working in settings including private practice, telehealth clinics, community-based disability services, and charities and non-profit organisations, providing therapy in both one-on-one and group formats.
He draws on a flexible combination of evidence-based treatment modalities to tailor therapy to his clients’ individual needs, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, schema therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Ashley is a warm and grounded clinical psychologist who helps clients to practically manage challenges they face and improve their wellbeing. He works with adults and adolescents facing mood and anxiety disorders, interpersonal and relationship challenges, grief and loss, perfectionism, substance and behavioural addictions and adult ADHD. He has gained diverse clinical experience working in settings including private practice, telehealth clinics, community-based disability services, and charities and non-profit organisations, providing therapy in both one-on-one and group formats.

I hold additional training in EMDR, DBT and Radically Open-DBT, ACT and Schema Therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist providing in-person therapy in the Hunter Valley and online Australia wide. I welcome clients from diverse linguistic, cultural, and sexual orientation backgrounds. I am neuro-affirming and provide trauma-informed care. My approach prioritises creating a nurturing, calm, and non-judgmental experience. Areas of therapeutic focus, include anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma (PTSD/c-PTSD), motherhood and parenting, relationships, women's health, autism and ADHD, identity/self-worth, and grief and loss. I offer therapy for adults.
I hold additional training in EMDR, DBT and Radically Open-DBT, ACT and Schema Therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist providing in-person therapy in the Hunter Valley and online Australia wide. I welcome clients from diverse linguistic, cultural, and sexual orientation backgrounds. I am neuro-affirming and provide trauma-informed care. My approach prioritises creating a nurturing, calm, and non-judgmental experience. Areas of therapeutic focus, include anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma (PTSD/c-PTSD), motherhood and parenting, relationships, women's health, autism and ADHD, identity/self-worth, and grief and loss. I offer therapy for adults.

I provide psychological treatment based on a number of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, and more.
I work with clients presenting with various psychological challenges negatively impacting their mental health. This includes: challenges with their emotions or general mood, such as stress, overwhelm, low mood, anxiety, depression; difficulty connecting with their emotions; past or recent trauma; dealing with grief; difficulty adjusting to change, dealing with uncertainty; challenges with their partner, family, friends, or work colleagues, and more. Clients generally want to understand what they're going through, and build coping tools to overcome their challenges so that they can feel in control of themselves and their lives again.
I provide psychological treatment based on a number of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, and more.
I work with clients presenting with various psychological challenges negatively impacting their mental health. This includes: challenges with their emotions or general mood, such as stress, overwhelm, low mood, anxiety, depression; difficulty connecting with their emotions; past or recent trauma; dealing with grief; difficulty adjusting to change, dealing with uncertainty; challenges with their partner, family, friends, or work colleagues, and more. Clients generally want to understand what they're going through, and build coping tools to overcome their challenges so that they can feel in control of themselves and their lives again.

Joanne Francis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leichhardt, NSW 2040
The therapies I am trained in are: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and EMDR Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years of experience working in both Public Mental Health and Private Practice. I have had the privilege of meeting clients from a range of backgrounds and presenting with vastly different situations and challenges to their mental health (both in psychiatric hospitals and in the community). I see my role as one that firstly needs to create a sense of safety and comfort and secondly brings in empathic challenges so that as a team we work towards a life that has purpose and meaning. I use models of therapy that are backed by science and align with my own values.
The therapies I am trained in are: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and EMDR Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years of experience working in both Public Mental Health and Private Practice. I have had the privilege of meeting clients from a range of backgrounds and presenting with vastly different situations and challenges to their mental health (both in psychiatric hospitals and in the community). I see my role as one that firstly needs to create a sense of safety and comfort and secondly brings in empathic challenges so that as a team we work towards a life that has purpose and meaning. I use models of therapy that are backed by science and align with my own values.

Calum Johal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I have over 10 years of experience supporting people from a mental health perspective, I've completed additional training and certification in a range of modalities including: CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Bowen Family Systems, Psychoneuroimmunology, and MBSR to name a few.
We all face challenges in life. Whether it be feeling emotionally down, or anxious, or within our close personal relationships or our career. I believe that most people in these situations have a sense that something isn't right for them, but feel stuck on what to do about it. "I'm not totally happy in my relationship, but I love this person and want to make it work", "I'm unhappy at work, but I don't know what steps I can take to change things". People want clarity, my job is to work with them to find it.
I have over 10 years of experience supporting people from a mental health perspective, I've completed additional training and certification in a range of modalities including: CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Bowen Family Systems, Psychoneuroimmunology, and MBSR to name a few.
We all face challenges in life. Whether it be feeling emotionally down, or anxious, or within our close personal relationships or our career. I believe that most people in these situations have a sense that something isn't right for them, but feel stuck on what to do about it. "I'm not totally happy in my relationship, but I love this person and want to make it work", "I'm unhappy at work, but I don't know what steps I can take to change things". People want clarity, my job is to work with them to find it.

Kia Karimi
Psychologist, MA, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Utilising CBT, ACT, EMDR and Schema Therapy, I employ a holistic, person-centred, calm and values-based approach in my practice.
At Kia Psychology, I offer accessible telehealth services Australia-wide, providing flexible after-hours appointments to accommodate diverse schedules.
Utilising CBT, ACT, EMDR and Schema Therapy, I employ a holistic, person-centred, calm and values-based approach in my practice.
At Kia Psychology, I offer accessible telehealth services Australia-wide, providing flexible after-hours appointments to accommodate diverse schedules.
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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.