Schema Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Spotswood, VIC
Mind Up are here to support individuals from across the lifespan (5-85 years) across an array of presenting issues. Our psychologists can assist with depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, PTSD, trauma, phobias and much more.
We can help clients with Medicare Mental Health Plans, NDIS, TAC, WorkCover and Private Health Insurance funding.
Mind Up are here to support individuals from across the lifespan (5-85 years) across an array of presenting issues. Our psychologists can assist with depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, PTSD, trauma, phobias and much more.
We can help clients with Medicare Mental Health Plans, NDIS, TAC, WorkCover and Private Health Insurance funding.
I believe that successful outcomes in therapy can be achieved when there is trust between the client and the therapist. The counselling relationship is therefore crucial to any progress made.
I am also an AHPRA board approved supervisor and offer supervision to Psychologists and psychology students.
I believe that successful outcomes in therapy can be achieved when there is trust between the client and the therapist. The counselling relationship is therefore crucial to any progress made.
I am also an AHPRA board approved supervisor and offer supervision to Psychologists and psychology students.
Hi, I’m Jo. I am a registered Mental Health Social Worker and Clinical Family Therapist. My dog, Blanche, is my trusted colleague, who offers animal assisted therapy. I specialise in child, adolescence and family therapy. Children learn through play which is the cornerstone of my evidence based therapeutic interventions. I offer therapy to adults and families who wish to explore relational patterns, heal trauma and mobilise strengths to enjoy deeper connections and improve family functioning. By cultivating a therapeutic relationship and using curiosity over judgment, I offer a space for you to think about and work towards change.
Hi, I’m Jo. I am a registered Mental Health Social Worker and Clinical Family Therapist. My dog, Blanche, is my trusted colleague, who offers animal assisted therapy. I specialise in child, adolescence and family therapy. Children learn through play which is the cornerstone of my evidence based therapeutic interventions. I offer therapy to adults and families who wish to explore relational patterns, heal trauma and mobilise strengths to enjoy deeper connections and improve family functioning. By cultivating a therapeutic relationship and using curiosity over judgment, I offer a space for you to think about and work towards change.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience working across public and private mental health settings with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialise in developmental and relational trauma, PTSD, Complex PTSD, dissociation, personality vulnerabilities, relationship difficulties, and struggles with self-worth and identity. I work within a deeply trauma-informed framework that prioritises emotional safety, trust, and connection, creating a space where you can feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a central framework within my practice.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience working across public and private mental health settings with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialise in developmental and relational trauma, PTSD, Complex PTSD, dissociation, personality vulnerabilities, relationship difficulties, and struggles with self-worth and identity. I work within a deeply trauma-informed framework that prioritises emotional safety, trust, and connection, creating a space where you can feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a central framework within my practice.
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I am a registered counsellor who works mainly with neurodivergent women and young adults (16+).
My counselling style is warm, supportive, and grounded. I offer a neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive practice, including for LGBTQIA+ clients. I focus on creating a safe space where you feel understood and empowered. I aim to work with your brain, not against it, and adapt my approach to reflect how you experience the world.
I am a registered counsellor who works mainly with neurodivergent women and young adults (16+).
My counselling style is warm, supportive, and grounded. I offer a neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive practice, including for LGBTQIA+ clients. I focus on creating a safe space where you feel understood and empowered. I aim to work with your brain, not against it, and adapt my approach to reflect how you experience the world.
Modalities that Maddison is trained in include CBT, DBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy.
Maddison brings a compassionate and collaborative approach to her practice. She creates a non-judgmental safe space for clients to explore various challenges. Presentations that Maddison works with include the following: Autism (especially in girls and women), ADHD, Chronic illness, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Developmental trauma, Grief management, OCD, Perinatal and infant mental health, and life transitions. Maddison works with clients of all ages.
Modalities that Maddison is trained in include CBT, DBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy.
Maddison brings a compassionate and collaborative approach to her practice. She creates a non-judgmental safe space for clients to explore various challenges. Presentations that Maddison works with include the following: Autism (especially in girls and women), ADHD, Chronic illness, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Developmental trauma, Grief management, OCD, Perinatal and infant mental health, and life transitions. Maddison works with clients of all ages.
With individuals I use Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, with a trauma informed approach.
Individual and couples therapy. I'm a Clinical Psychologist that helps individuals and couples navigate challenges and build stronger, healthier relationships. My approach is person centered, helping you cultivate greater self-compassion, positive self-image and resilience.
I work with couples to help build a stronger friendship, manage conflict in healthier ways, rebuild trust, commitment, and regain their fondness and admiration for one another.
With individuals I use Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, with a trauma informed approach.
Individual and couples therapy. I'm a Clinical Psychologist that helps individuals and couples navigate challenges and build stronger, healthier relationships. My approach is person centered, helping you cultivate greater self-compassion, positive self-image and resilience.
I work with couples to help build a stronger friendship, manage conflict in healthier ways, rebuild trust, commitment, and regain their fondness and admiration for one another.
Dr Sarah Herniman is an AHPRA-registered clinical psychologist with a PhD and Master of Clinical Psychology from the University of Melbourne. Sarah has extensive experience working with a range of difficulties including severe mental illness.
Dr Sarah Herniman is an AHPRA-registered clinical psychologist with a PhD and Master of Clinical Psychology from the University of Melbourne. Sarah has extensive experience working with a range of difficulties including severe mental illness.
With a Master's in Counselling Psychology, my therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based methodologies such as CBT, ACT, EMDR, and Schema Therapy.
I have a special interest in working with young people and adults on issues such as, Mood and anxiety disorders, Stressful life situations and transitions, Trauma (PTSD and Complex Trauma), Relationship difficulties, Grief and loss, and Perinatal mental health.
With a Master's in Counselling Psychology, my therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based methodologies such as CBT, ACT, EMDR, and Schema Therapy.
I have a special interest in working with young people and adults on issues such as, Mood and anxiety disorders, Stressful life situations and transitions, Trauma (PTSD and Complex Trauma), Relationship difficulties, Grief and loss, and Perinatal mental health.
Clarity Health Care (CHC) provides comprehensive mental health care through a unified team of psychologists, clinical psychologists, and psychiatrists, all working towards your emotional well-being and mental clarity. At our Fitzroy and Hobart clinics, we offer a serene, supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges, our experienced therapists are here to guide you. Our team includes some of the most skilled professionals in Melbourne and Hobart.
Clarity Health Care (CHC) provides comprehensive mental health care through a unified team of psychologists, clinical psychologists, and psychiatrists, all working towards your emotional well-being and mental clarity. At our Fitzroy and Hobart clinics, we offer a serene, supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges, our experienced therapists are here to guide you. Our team includes some of the most skilled professionals in Melbourne and Hobart.
I relate. Health has made it easy for you to access confidential and effective mental health support, from anywhere, all online, without the high fees. We deliver online psychological counselling, relationship counselling, and wellbeing resources to young people, adults, couples, families, children (aged 8+) and organisations. We partner with qualified and experienced psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, and relationship counsellors to support you to achieve your mental health and wellbeing goals.
I relate. Health has made it easy for you to access confidential and effective mental health support, from anywhere, all online, without the high fees. We deliver online psychological counselling, relationship counselling, and wellbeing resources to young people, adults, couples, families, children (aged 8+) and organisations. We partner with qualified and experienced psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, and relationship counsellors to support you to achieve your mental health and wellbeing goals.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychologist which means that I believe our emotional and psychological wellbeing are shaped by our relationships. Many of the difficulties that people experience with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or feeling generally overwhelmed have their roots in early experiences of disconnection, loss and isolation. When these experiences are too painful or remain unresolved, they often continue to affect us long into adulthood.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychologist which means that I believe our emotional and psychological wellbeing are shaped by our relationships. Many of the difficulties that people experience with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or feeling generally overwhelmed have their roots in early experiences of disconnection, loss and isolation. When these experiences are too painful or remain unresolved, they often continue to affect us long into adulthood.
At the heart of my work is a belief in the strength of every persons capacity to heal and connect with their inner wisdom. My approach is warm collaborative and centred on creating a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, respected and supported.
At the heart of my work is a belief in the strength of every persons capacity to heal and connect with their inner wisdom. My approach is warm collaborative and centred on creating a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, respected and supported.
We may be functional and live through life stage transitions. Sometimes we struggle with emotional or psychological residues of underlying past trauma, anxiety or depression. We all seek a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and experiences, aiming to achieve mental well-being and emotional resilience. We want to manage overall impact of stress, anxiety, depression or trauma and seek inner peace, improve relationships, and build a fulfilling life. We often wish to overcome individual challenges so that we develop capacity for growth and positive change. Everyone deserves a chance to heal, be happy, and find inner peace.
We may be functional and live through life stage transitions. Sometimes we struggle with emotional or psychological residues of underlying past trauma, anxiety or depression. We all seek a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and experiences, aiming to achieve mental well-being and emotional resilience. We want to manage overall impact of stress, anxiety, depression or trauma and seek inner peace, improve relationships, and build a fulfilling life. We often wish to overcome individual challenges so that we develop capacity for growth and positive change. Everyone deserves a chance to heal, be happy, and find inner peace.
I work with individuals (and couples) who are interested in learning more about themselves and how they can relate to themselves and others in a healthier way. We all have moments where we could use that extra support, whether it is going through a major life change or wanting one to happen.
My door is always open to all kinds of diversity and I strive towards understanding each person's experiences in managing differences, that may show up as anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship issues; as we move towards a deeper sense of belonging and a more rewarding life, through practices in mindfulness and gentle self-inquiry.
I work with individuals (and couples) who are interested in learning more about themselves and how they can relate to themselves and others in a healthier way. We all have moments where we could use that extra support, whether it is going through a major life change or wanting one to happen.
My door is always open to all kinds of diversity and I strive towards understanding each person's experiences in managing differences, that may show up as anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship issues; as we move towards a deeper sense of belonging and a more rewarding life, through practices in mindfulness and gentle self-inquiry.
Wendy is a client centred therapist who is trained in CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, IPT, play therapy, child parent relationship therapy, schema therapy, self compassion, Gottmans couples and more.
Wendy has extensive experience working in schools, private practice and community based organisations. Wendy offers counselling sessions, couples counselling and assessments to children and adults. Assessments include autism, Vineland, educational and cognitive.
Wendy is a client centred therapist who is trained in CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, IPT, play therapy, child parent relationship therapy, schema therapy, self compassion, Gottmans couples and more.
Wendy has extensive experience working in schools, private practice and community based organisations. Wendy offers counselling sessions, couples counselling and assessments to children and adults. Assessments include autism, Vineland, educational and cognitive.
I carry training in Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT), Schema Therapy (Advanced).
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here. I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents. People often come to me when they’re overwhelmed, burnt out, or navigating neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, or parenting challenges. I’m known for sessions that feel relaxed and conversational, while still being honest and direct: because sometimes you just need someone who won’t judge you and will get straight to the point. My work is grounded in neuro‑affirming and trauma‑informed care, so it's very much designed for the busy and deeply feeling humans.
I carry training in Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT), Schema Therapy (Advanced).
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here. I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents. People often come to me when they’re overwhelmed, burnt out, or navigating neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, or parenting challenges. I’m known for sessions that feel relaxed and conversational, while still being honest and direct: because sometimes you just need someone who won’t judge you and will get straight to the point. My work is grounded in neuro‑affirming and trauma‑informed care, so it's very much designed for the busy and deeply feeling humans.
Beth integrates a range of therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, ACT, Schema Therapy, Parts, Mindfulness, CBT, and Attachment-Based Theory.
Many of the people I work with have spent years caring for others. They are often the reliable one, the helper, the problem-solver, or the person everyone turns to for support. From the outside, they may appear capable, independent and successful, yet internally feel overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, uncertain of what they need, or exhausted from carrying so much for so long. I am passionate about helping people better understand themselves, heal from difficult experiences, navigate life's challenges, strengthen relationships, and develop greater self-trust, confidence and clarity about who they are and what they need.
Beth integrates a range of therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, ACT, Schema Therapy, Parts, Mindfulness, CBT, and Attachment-Based Theory.
Many of the people I work with have spent years caring for others. They are often the reliable one, the helper, the problem-solver, or the person everyone turns to for support. From the outside, they may appear capable, independent and successful, yet internally feel overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, uncertain of what they need, or exhausted from carrying so much for so long. I am passionate about helping people better understand themselves, heal from difficult experiences, navigate life's challenges, strengthen relationships, and develop greater self-trust, confidence and clarity about who they are and what they need.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT-E, Schema Therapy, EMDR, and DBT with a compassion focused approach.
You're Asian Australian, high-functioning, and carrying the silent weight of family pressure, perfectionism, and cultural beauty standards. You’ve learned that achievement is the bare minimum and emotional suppression is the only way to belong. Navigating intergenerational trauma or feeling "not Asian enough" is exhausting. '
You don't need to translate your life to get help.
Previous therapy felt frustrating when explaining cultural context took up half the session. I understand why you can't just "go no contact," why career feels like survival, and why shame runs deeper than Western textbooks realize.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT-E, Schema Therapy, EMDR, and DBT with a compassion focused approach.
You're Asian Australian, high-functioning, and carrying the silent weight of family pressure, perfectionism, and cultural beauty standards. You’ve learned that achievement is the bare minimum and emotional suppression is the only way to belong. Navigating intergenerational trauma or feeling "not Asian enough" is exhausting. '
You don't need to translate your life to get help.
Previous therapy felt frustrating when explaining cultural context took up half the session. I understand why you can't just "go no contact," why career feels like survival, and why shame runs deeper than Western textbooks realize.
To help clients achieve the change they are seeking, I use a range of treatment modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, exposure therapy, CBT-E (Eating Disorders) and MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults).
Hi! My name is Mel and I am a Clinical Psychologist with 14 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals 13+ years presenting with anxiety disorders, eating disorders, mood difficulties, emotional difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment and life stressors, OCD, Phobias, burnout, work stress, trauma, PTSD and body image. I believe that we all have strengths that we draw upon and help us function in the world and it's our job to help you identify what these are and how to utilise them.
To help clients achieve the change they are seeking, I use a range of treatment modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, exposure therapy, CBT-E (Eating Disorders) and MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults).
Hi! My name is Mel and I am a Clinical Psychologist with 14 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals 13+ years presenting with anxiety disorders, eating disorders, mood difficulties, emotional difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment and life stressors, OCD, Phobias, burnout, work stress, trauma, PTSD and body image. I believe that we all have strengths that we draw upon and help us function in the world and it's our job to help you identify what these are and how to utilise them.
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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.