Schema Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Sylvania, NSW

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Steven Passfield
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
(02) 8105 6288 View (02) 8105 6288
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Chelsea Ho
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Chelsea is a warm and empathic psychologist. As therapy can be a vulnerable but rewarding experience, Chelsea brings compassion, curiosity, and humour where appropriate to create a safe space to explore your experiences. Chelsea is trained in providing therapy for a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, psychosis, eating disorders, and trauma. She has particular interest and training in working with adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
Chelsea is a warm and empathic psychologist. As therapy can be a vulnerable but rewarding experience, Chelsea brings compassion, curiosity, and humour where appropriate to create a safe space to explore your experiences. Chelsea is trained in providing therapy for a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, psychosis, eating disorders, and trauma. She has particular interest and training in working with adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
(02) 8105 5269 View (02) 8105 5269
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Georgia Ashworth
Psychologist
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(02) 8105 5765 View (02) 8105 5765
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Breanna Crkovski
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
These modalities include: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Breanna is a clinical psychologist who loves to help people heal from trauma, understand the root causes of their struggles and engage with deep exploration of the self. She works with complex trauma, emotion dysregulation, and maladaptive patterns. She uses a compassionate and trauma informed approach which includes modalities such as EMDR, Schema, and DBT. Goals in therapy with Breanna often involve both healing and self actualisation. Breanna also offers comprehensive diagnostic assessments.
These modalities include: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Breanna is a clinical psychologist who loves to help people heal from trauma, understand the root causes of their struggles and engage with deep exploration of the self. She works with complex trauma, emotion dysregulation, and maladaptive patterns. She uses a compassionate and trauma informed approach which includes modalities such as EMDR, Schema, and DBT. Goals in therapy with Breanna often involve both healing and self actualisation. Breanna also offers comprehensive diagnostic assessments.
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Alyssia Simos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
In her clinical practise, Alyssia utilises a range of evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Schema Therapy (ST) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Alyssia is a genuine, warm and relatable therapist who utilises a collaborative approach to therapy. She introduces evidence-based skills in a thoughtful and tailored manner, as you work together to overcome your specific challenges. Alyssia has experience across both public and private sectors and works with a range of psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, self-harm post-traumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, difficulties with emotion regulation, personality disorders, addiction, and chronic pain.
In her clinical practise, Alyssia utilises a range of evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Schema Therapy (ST) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Alyssia is a genuine, warm and relatable therapist who utilises a collaborative approach to therapy. She introduces evidence-based skills in a thoughtful and tailored manner, as you work together to overcome your specific challenges. Alyssia has experience across both public and private sectors and works with a range of psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, self-harm post-traumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, difficulties with emotion regulation, personality disorders, addiction, and chronic pain.
(02) 8105 5715 View (02) 8105 5715
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Carlie Jordan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I draw on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), schema therapy and EMDR.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 17 years experience, supporting adults and adolescents (15 yrs +) experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, and life transitions. I provide a warm and non-judgemental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and work towards meaningful change. My approach to therapy is collaborative and practical. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I aim to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported at their own pace.
I draw on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), schema therapy and EMDR.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 17 years experience, supporting adults and adolescents (15 yrs +) experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, and life transitions. I provide a warm and non-judgemental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and work towards meaningful change. My approach to therapy is collaborative and practical. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I aim to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported at their own pace.
(02) 9538 7561 View (02) 9538 7561
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Lighthouse Therapeutic
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Are you finding it hard to cope with day-to-day stressors? Are you struggling with food and body image, such as restricting, bingeing, purging, or yo-yo dieting? Do intrusive thoughts, images, or compulsions feel like they are taking over your life? Perhaps your use of drugs or alcohol has increased or feels out of control, or your anxiety is holding you back. Maybe you are wanting to foster stronger relationships and find more effective ways to deal with conflict, regulate emotions, or assert boundaries.
Are you finding it hard to cope with day-to-day stressors? Are you struggling with food and body image, such as restricting, bingeing, purging, or yo-yo dieting? Do intrusive thoughts, images, or compulsions feel like they are taking over your life? Perhaps your use of drugs or alcohol has increased or feels out of control, or your anxiety is holding you back. Maybe you are wanting to foster stronger relationships and find more effective ways to deal with conflict, regulate emotions, or assert boundaries.
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Miranda Moir
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed and want to finally be free of these burdens? With more than 20 yrs experience, I listen deeply to what you want to change and use a skilled approach to alleviate these burdens. My clients describe me as authentic, warm, kind, trustworthy and down to earth. I have a particular interest working with: - neurodivergent women experiencing anxiety or depression - those living with the legacy of their past or abusive relationships - people struggling with low self esteem, perfectionism or people pleasing - those who want to move beyond bandaid strategies and create full healing.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed and want to finally be free of these burdens? With more than 20 yrs experience, I listen deeply to what you want to change and use a skilled approach to alleviate these burdens. My clients describe me as authentic, warm, kind, trustworthy and down to earth. I have a particular interest working with: - neurodivergent women experiencing anxiety or depression - those living with the legacy of their past or abusive relationships - people struggling with low self esteem, perfectionism or people pleasing - those who want to move beyond bandaid strategies and create full healing.
(02) 7501 1601 View (02) 7501 1601
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Fiona Tzouramanis
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
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.
(02) 8766 0513 View (02) 8766 0513

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Christy Jones
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Paddington, NSW 2021
So, why do this now? Whether therapy is something you have tried before, something you never thought you would "need", or something you hone back towards at different junctions of your life, therapy is a challenging and rewarding process. I aim to treat our interactions with sensitivity, respect, skill and even humor, to support you to think differently, behave differently and feel differently, in order to feel more yourself. It is often our habitual patterns that lead us to become frustrated, despairing, or stuck enough to seek support, not necessarily the crises we may face.
So, why do this now? Whether therapy is something you have tried before, something you never thought you would "need", or something you hone back towards at different junctions of your life, therapy is a challenging and rewarding process. I aim to treat our interactions with sensitivity, respect, skill and even humor, to support you to think differently, behave differently and feel differently, in order to feel more yourself. It is often our habitual patterns that lead us to become frustrated, despairing, or stuck enough to seek support, not necessarily the crises we may face.
(02) 9100 0283 View (02) 9100 0283
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Calm Minds Clinic
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Welcome to Calm Minds Clinic, where your wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. Our clinicians have a vast amount of experience in treating a range of concerns, whether it be: depression, anxiety, personality, trauma, drug and alcohol or relationship issues that you're facing, we wish to support you in being a happier, healthier, you.
Welcome to Calm Minds Clinic, where your wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. Our clinicians have a vast amount of experience in treating a range of concerns, whether it be: depression, anxiety, personality, trauma, drug and alcohol or relationship issues that you're facing, we wish to support you in being a happier, healthier, you.
(03) 4233 6470 View (03) 4233 6470
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Yu Teng Lee
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Zetland, NSW 2017
She uses a cognitive-behaviour therapy framework and draws upon other modalities including acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and schema therapy.
Yu Teng is a caring and empathetic clinical psychologist who has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She recognises each client’s unique personhood and values supporting them to build meaningful and enriching lives. She believes in creating a safe space for clients to facilitate reflection and learning of strategies to better manage life challenges. Her approach is collaborative in tailoring evidence-based therapy to each client.
She uses a cognitive-behaviour therapy framework and draws upon other modalities including acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and schema therapy.
Yu Teng is a caring and empathetic clinical psychologist who has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She recognises each client’s unique personhood and values supporting them to build meaningful and enriching lives. She believes in creating a safe space for clients to facilitate reflection and learning of strategies to better manage life challenges. Her approach is collaborative in tailoring evidence-based therapy to each client.
(02) 9100 0468 View (02) 9100 0468
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Psychologist - Orchard Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Abbey, a psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to better understand themselves, reconnect with their strengths, and get to the root of their problems. I work with a range of mental health challenges and can collaborate with clients to find sustainable strategies.
Hi, I’m Abbey, a psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to better understand themselves, reconnect with their strengths, and get to the root of their problems. I work with a range of mental health challenges and can collaborate with clients to find sustainable strategies.
(02) 4214 4167 View (02) 4214 4167
Sarah Mohamadin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Treatment modalities include: CBT, Trauma focused therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, Schema Therapy and more.
I provide Telehealth (video/phone) only sessions. I am a Registered Psychologist with 14 years of clinical experience providing psychological treatment and intervention. I provide my services to adult clients only. I do not see clients who require any court reports or are going through family/criminal court matters. Bulk Billing is offered to pensioners and adults struggling financial difficultes. I am also partnered with One Door Mental Health with You in Mind (YIM) and Clinical Suicide Prevention Service (CSPS) programs and Victims Services NSW. I am a Work Development Order WDO Approved Sponsor in NSW.
Treatment modalities include: CBT, Trauma focused therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, Schema Therapy and more.
I provide Telehealth (video/phone) only sessions. I am a Registered Psychologist with 14 years of clinical experience providing psychological treatment and intervention. I provide my services to adult clients only. I do not see clients who require any court reports or are going through family/criminal court matters. Bulk Billing is offered to pensioners and adults struggling financial difficultes. I am also partnered with One Door Mental Health with You in Mind (YIM) and Clinical Suicide Prevention Service (CSPS) programs and Victims Services NSW. I am a Work Development Order WDO Approved Sponsor in NSW.
(02) 4210 5075 View (02) 4210 5075
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Julie Ryu
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Strathfield, NSW 2135
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
(02) 7804 4481 View (02) 7804 4481
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Emma Agnew
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Somatic modalities - most often integrating approaches based on your individual needs and goals.
I gained a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in London and have both worked in &lead a range mental health services in both the UK and Australia. I have extensive experience doing individual & group therapy with a wide range of presentations i.e. trauma, anxiety, low mood, life transitions, parenting, perinatal, relationships, & the stresses of modern life.
I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Somatic modalities - most often integrating approaches based on your individual needs and goals.
I gained a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in London and have both worked in &lead a range mental health services in both the UK and Australia. I have extensive experience doing individual & group therapy with a wide range of presentations i.e. trauma, anxiety, low mood, life transitions, parenting, perinatal, relationships, & the stresses of modern life.
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Joel Hoffman
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Thirroul, NSW 2515
He also draws on a wide range of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and Mindfulness amongst others.
Joel is a clinical psychologist, based in Thirroul (Illawarra). He believes all of us need help in our mental health journey from time to time. Joel aims to provide a space that is non-judgemental, open and understanding for you to talk about and work through the issues that are important to you. As a clinical psychologist, Joel is trained in assisting with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, drug and alcohol issues and more. He also draws on his extensive research experience in developing trauma-focused therapies for refugee communities and in treating moral injury.
He also draws on a wide range of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and Mindfulness amongst others.
Joel is a clinical psychologist, based in Thirroul (Illawarra). He believes all of us need help in our mental health journey from time to time. Joel aims to provide a space that is non-judgemental, open and understanding for you to talk about and work through the issues that are important to you. As a clinical psychologist, Joel is trained in assisting with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, drug and alcohol issues and more. He also draws on his extensive research experience in developing trauma-focused therapies for refugee communities and in treating moral injury.
(02) 4214 4735 View (02) 4214 4735
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Pikria Meladze
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sydney, NSW 2000
Using Schema Therapy, she explores how childhood experiences shaped maladaptive coping patterns, including relational difficulties, and guides clients toward healthier ways of meeting their emotional needs.
I primarily work with older adolescents aged 16+ years and professional adults wanting help with adjustment to parenthood, ADHD, anxiety, body image/dysmorphia, depression, eating disorders, OCD, adult child-parent estrangement, stress and work-related burnout, childhood trauma and PTSD. I also offer supervision to fully registered Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists.
Using Schema Therapy, she explores how childhood experiences shaped maladaptive coping patterns, including relational difficulties, and guides clients toward healthier ways of meeting their emotional needs.
I primarily work with older adolescents aged 16+ years and professional adults wanting help with adjustment to parenthood, ADHD, anxiety, body image/dysmorphia, depression, eating disorders, OCD, adult child-parent estrangement, stress and work-related burnout, childhood trauma and PTSD. I also offer supervision to fully registered Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists.
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Daniel He
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Chatswood, NSW 2067
I have experience in Schema Therapy, which aims to understand difficult emotions, problematic thoughts and behaviours that often stem from childhood experiences.
“I believe that every individual will experience challenges throughout their lives and that those experiences can shape the way a person can feel, think and behave with the world around them and in their interpersonal relationships. Often we attempt to protect ourselves from feeling difficult emotions through behaving in a way that is taking us away from living the life we want. I believe that building a deep understanding and connection to the core of our emotional experience can provide understanding and clarity to promote emotional and behavioural change and mental wellbeing.”
I have experience in Schema Therapy, which aims to understand difficult emotions, problematic thoughts and behaviours that often stem from childhood experiences.
“I believe that every individual will experience challenges throughout their lives and that those experiences can shape the way a person can feel, think and behave with the world around them and in their interpersonal relationships. Often we attempt to protect ourselves from feeling difficult emotions through behaving in a way that is taking us away from living the life we want. I believe that building a deep understanding and connection to the core of our emotional experience can provide understanding and clarity to promote emotional and behavioural change and mental wellbeing.”
(02) 9100 0643 View (02) 9100 0643
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Whychange Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Drummoyne, NSW 2047
Founded in 2006 with a small but growing team of talented psychologists, we specialise in both short-term and long-term work on a wide range of problems. Our psychologists specialise in adult and adolescent individual and family sessions, to address mental illness, adjustment difficulties, interpersonal conflict, workplace stress, as well as complex challenges such as trauma, chronic illness, and relationship breakdown. Set in a quiet location with easy parking and access to public transport nearby.
Founded in 2006 with a small but growing team of talented psychologists, we specialise in both short-term and long-term work on a wide range of problems. Our psychologists specialise in adult and adolescent individual and family sessions, to address mental illness, adjustment difficulties, interpersonal conflict, workplace stress, as well as complex challenges such as trauma, chronic illness, and relationship breakdown. Set in a quiet location with easy parking and access to public transport nearby.
(02) 9538 7026 View (02) 9538 7026
Schema Therapy
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.