Schema Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Sunshine, VIC
As a multilingual psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting clients through complex challenges such as trauma, grief, anxiety, substance abuse, body dysmorphia, couples and individual therapy etc. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood. Using tailored approaches like PCT, CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and Art therapy, I aim to empower you to overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties, achieve personal growth, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. My goal is to guide you towards lasting positive change and resilience, helping you find balance and purpose in your life.
As a multilingual psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting clients through complex challenges such as trauma, grief, anxiety, substance abuse, body dysmorphia, couples and individual therapy etc. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood. Using tailored approaches like PCT, CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and Art therapy, I aim to empower you to overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties, achieve personal growth, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. My goal is to guide you towards lasting positive change and resilience, helping you find balance and purpose in your life.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Parent Infant Mental Health clinician and Family Report Writer with over 20 years experience working in the field. I work mostly with adults experiencing mental health issues and provide a safe space for people to work through their difficulties. My goal is to help people to understand themselves on a deeper level and have better functioning relationships and a happier life! I also write private reports for the Family Court (62G & Child Impact Reports) and can support and coach individuals going through this process.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Parent Infant Mental Health clinician and Family Report Writer with over 20 years experience working in the field. I work mostly with adults experiencing mental health issues and provide a safe space for people to work through their difficulties. My goal is to help people to understand themselves on a deeper level and have better functioning relationships and a happier life! I also write private reports for the Family Court (62G & Child Impact Reports) and can support and coach individuals going through this process.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist and registered supervisor with experience treating individuals in a wide range of mental health settings. I tailor my clinical skills to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring that they benefit as much as possible from the therapeutic experience and achieve richer, fuller and more meaningful lives.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist and registered supervisor with experience treating individuals in a wide range of mental health settings. I tailor my clinical skills to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring that they benefit as much as possible from the therapeutic experience and achieve richer, fuller and more meaningful lives.
She draws on modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, schema therapy, mindfulness, parts work, and psychodynamic therapy.
Kayla Ta is a Registered Psychologist providing therapy for adults, adolescents, and children (8+). She works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, self-esteem, parenting and family issues, life transitions, and stress.
She also conducts assessments for children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based, neuroaffirming tools, including autism, ADHD, cognitive, and learning assessments. Assessments provide clear feedback and practical recommendations, with consistent support and guidance throughout the process.
She draws on modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, schema therapy, mindfulness, parts work, and psychodynamic therapy.
Kayla Ta is a Registered Psychologist providing therapy for adults, adolescents, and children (8+). She works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, self-esteem, parenting and family issues, life transitions, and stress.
She also conducts assessments for children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based, neuroaffirming tools, including autism, ADHD, cognitive, and learning assessments. Assessments provide clear feedback and practical recommendations, with consistent support and guidance throughout the process.
Phuong Tran is a compassionate and experienced clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with over 15 years of expertise. She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc. Phuong provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth. Clients come to her feeling overwhelmed, seeking not only relief but also personal growth, clarity, and purpose. Phuong’s holistic, culturally sensitive approach empowers them to regain control, build emotional resilience, and achieve lasting well-being.
Phuong Tran is a compassionate and experienced clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with over 15 years of expertise. She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc. Phuong provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth. Clients come to her feeling overwhelmed, seeking not only relief but also personal growth, clarity, and purpose. Phuong’s holistic, culturally sensitive approach empowers them to regain control, build emotional resilience, and achieve lasting well-being.
I am a creative and collaborative clinician with a practice wisdom that has developed over twenty-five years in clinical and public health roles working with individuals, kids and teens, couples and groups, ranging across Alcohol & Other Drug, Oncology Hospital Social Work, Hospital Mental Health and Juvenile Justice sectors as well as in private practice.
I am a creative and collaborative clinician with a practice wisdom that has developed over twenty-five years in clinical and public health roles working with individuals, kids and teens, couples and groups, ranging across Alcohol & Other Drug, Oncology Hospital Social Work, Hospital Mental Health and Juvenile Justice sectors as well as in private practice.
Professional Trainings
- 2025 IFS Level 3, 2025- Program Assistant Level 1 IFS Training, 2024- EMDR Level 1 and 2 -2023- IFS Level 2 (Addictions and Eating Disorders), 2021- IFS Level 1, 2020- Comprehensive DBT, 2017 - Level 1 Schema Therapy
Therapy can feel like a big step. Maybe part of you is hopeful, part of you is skeptical, and another part is already trying to cancel the appointment.
I’m trained in IFS (Level 1, 2 & 3), EMDR and DBT. IFS sees every person as made up of many parts, each one trying (sometimes in unhelpful ways) to keep us safe and seen. Whether it’s the overachiever, the inner critic, the people pleaser, or the stay in bed binge scroller. I’ve met them all, in clients and in myself.
Together, we’ll help your Self step into the lead with curiosity, compassion and a laugh or two along the way
Sessions Telehealth and In person
Professional Trainings
- 2025 IFS Level 3, 2025- Program Assistant Level 1 IFS Training, 2024- EMDR Level 1 and 2 -2023- IFS Level 2 (Addictions and Eating Disorders), 2021- IFS Level 1, 2020- Comprehensive DBT, 2017 - Level 1 Schema Therapy
Therapy can feel like a big step. Maybe part of you is hopeful, part of you is skeptical, and another part is already trying to cancel the appointment.
I’m trained in IFS (Level 1, 2 & 3), EMDR and DBT. IFS sees every person as made up of many parts, each one trying (sometimes in unhelpful ways) to keep us safe and seen. Whether it’s the overachiever, the inner critic, the people pleaser, or the stay in bed binge scroller. I’ve met them all, in clients and in myself.
Together, we’ll help your Self step into the lead with curiosity, compassion and a laugh or two along the way
Sessions Telehealth and In person
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.
Kayla is a Registered Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studios. She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.
Kayla is a Registered Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studios. She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by complex trauma or navigating life as a neurodivergent adult? Many of my clients seek targeted support for emotional dysregulation, attachment struggles, or the weight of unmanaged trauma. They require a therapeutic space that is not only evidence-based but neuro-affirming, culturally responsive, and practical. They want clear steps and a clinician who explains the "why" behind every intervention. We help by prioritizing stabilization, moving at a pace that ensures psychological safety while building usable strategies for daily life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by complex trauma or navigating life as a neurodivergent adult? Many of my clients seek targeted support for emotional dysregulation, attachment struggles, or the weight of unmanaged trauma. They require a therapeutic space that is not only evidence-based but neuro-affirming, culturally responsive, and practical. They want clear steps and a clinician who explains the "why" behind every intervention. We help by prioritizing stabilization, moving at a pace that ensures psychological safety while building usable strategies for daily life.
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I draw upon psychodynamic and schema therapy approaches to help identify and repair problematic emotional and behavioural patterns.
I obtained a doctorate of psychology, and have experience working in public mental health settings and private practice. I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ clients. I also work with anxiety, low mood, life transitions, substance use issues, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, self-esteem and trauma (including intergenerational trauma).
I draw upon psychodynamic and schema therapy approaches to help identify and repair problematic emotional and behavioural patterns.
I obtained a doctorate of psychology, and have experience working in public mental health settings and private practice. I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ clients. I also work with anxiety, low mood, life transitions, substance use issues, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, self-esteem and trauma (including intergenerational trauma).
I support children, adolescents, and adults. I place a high importance on developing a good rapport with my clients and providing a warm and empathic response to concerns. I am passionate about providing evidence-based therapies and draws on a variety of psychological approaches to facilitate supportive change, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I will work with you to identify challenges and strengths, to consider options and implement strategies suited to your needs.
I support children, adolescents, and adults. I place a high importance on developing a good rapport with my clients and providing a warm and empathic response to concerns. I am passionate about providing evidence-based therapies and draws on a variety of psychological approaches to facilitate supportive change, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I will work with you to identify challenges and strengths, to consider options and implement strategies suited to your needs.
I offer a practical, collaborative approach grounded in evidence-based therapies like Schema therapy, ACT, CBT and mindfulness.
I work with people who may look like they’re holding it together, but feel anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed underneath. Many are used to pushing through, yet something isn’t working anymore. I meet you where you’re at, seeing symptoms not just as problems to eliminate, but as meaningful signals to something more significant driving us. In a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space, we slow things down and explore what’s beneath the surface. Together, we build insight, emotional steadiness, and a way forward that feels more aligned with who you are.
I offer a practical, collaborative approach grounded in evidence-based therapies like Schema therapy, ACT, CBT and mindfulness.
I work with people who may look like they’re holding it together, but feel anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed underneath. Many are used to pushing through, yet something isn’t working anymore. I meet you where you’re at, seeing symptoms not just as problems to eliminate, but as meaningful signals to something more significant driving us. In a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space, we slow things down and explore what’s beneath the surface. Together, we build insight, emotional steadiness, and a way forward that feels more aligned with who you are.
I use Schema Therapy to address self-defeating patterns originating in early life experiences.
I work with people who are often carrying long standing emotional wounds — perhaps shaped by difficult early experiences, painful relationship patterns, or trauma that still lingers in the present. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their true selves and relationships. They may be repeating patterns they don’t fully understand but long to change.
I use Schema Therapy to address self-defeating patterns originating in early life experiences.
I work with people who are often carrying long standing emotional wounds — perhaps shaped by difficult early experiences, painful relationship patterns, or trauma that still lingers in the present. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their true selves and relationships. They may be repeating patterns they don’t fully understand but long to change.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Owner at 4Women Psychology. I have availability for new adult female clients in-person at Southport (Gold Coast) or via telehealth. I like to describe myself as an enthusiastic and compassionate therapist. I provide support for adults experiencing midlife changes (e.g. perimenopausal depression and anxiety, stress and burnout, sleep and insomnia). I also provide support for adults for anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, and adjusting to an Autistic and/or ADHD neurotype.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Owner at 4Women Psychology. I have availability for new adult female clients in-person at Southport (Gold Coast) or via telehealth. I like to describe myself as an enthusiastic and compassionate therapist. I provide support for adults experiencing midlife changes (e.g. perimenopausal depression and anxiety, stress and burnout, sleep and insomnia). I also provide support for adults for anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, and adjusting to an Autistic and/or ADHD neurotype.
I have trained in modalities such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Trauma-informed Care, Somatic Interventions, Mindfulness, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hi - I'm Tess, a Clinical Psychologist working in the beautiful Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. I’m drawn to working with people experiencing the very human challenges we each face in life; transitions, relationships, loss, and the search for meaning. If you’re open to self-exploration and curious about understanding yourself more deeply - I offer a warm, thoughtful space to do this work together. I love incorporating the body into psychotherapy and will often draw on body-focused mindfulness and somatic work alongside psychological exploration and skill-building.
I have trained in modalities such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Trauma-informed Care, Somatic Interventions, Mindfulness, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hi - I'm Tess, a Clinical Psychologist working in the beautiful Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. I’m drawn to working with people experiencing the very human challenges we each face in life; transitions, relationships, loss, and the search for meaning. If you’re open to self-exploration and curious about understanding yourself more deeply - I offer a warm, thoughtful space to do this work together. I love incorporating the body into psychotherapy and will often draw on body-focused mindfulness and somatic work alongside psychological exploration and skill-building.
I’m extremely passionate about helping people create meaningful change and rediscover their confidence, purpose, and potential. I work with clients experiencing mood or behaviour difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach is active, practical and motivational, helping you break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, create understanding and strengthen self-worth. I value warmth, empathy and authenticity to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and feel capable, resilient, and motivated to create the life you want.
I’m extremely passionate about helping people create meaningful change and rediscover their confidence, purpose, and potential. I work with clients experiencing mood or behaviour difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach is active, practical and motivational, helping you break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, create understanding and strengthen self-worth. I value warmth, empathy and authenticity to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and feel capable, resilient, and motivated to create the life you want.
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.
I integrate both Schema Therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), two complementary approaches that work together to build emotional stability, reduce the intensity of painful memories or beliefs, and support lasting change in how people feel about themselves.
My name is Charlotte, and I'm a Clinical Psychologist, Certified Schema Therapist and EMDR practitioner working in Ivanhoe, Melbourne and online. I enjoy helping people from all walks of life develop a better understanding of themselves and learn how to shift long-standing patterns. I work with people who have had major changes or disruptions in their life, difficulties with low mood or anxiety, complex relationships or family dynamics, and parenting challenges. I work from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective and particularly enjoy supporting people with ADHD, as well as parents navigating ADHD within their families.
I integrate both Schema Therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), two complementary approaches that work together to build emotional stability, reduce the intensity of painful memories or beliefs, and support lasting change in how people feel about themselves.
My name is Charlotte, and I'm a Clinical Psychologist, Certified Schema Therapist and EMDR practitioner working in Ivanhoe, Melbourne and online. I enjoy helping people from all walks of life develop a better understanding of themselves and learn how to shift long-standing patterns. I work with people who have had major changes or disruptions in their life, difficulties with low mood or anxiety, complex relationships or family dynamics, and parenting challenges. I work from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective and particularly enjoy supporting people with ADHD, as well as parents navigating ADHD within their families.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are dealing with various challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma, relationship struggles, anger management, sleep hygiene, and suicide prevention. Learning to regulate emotions effectively becomes crucial in order to cope with stressors and setbacks. Together, we can explore the underlying causes of anxiety, depression, and other difficulties, working towards improved self-esteem, healthier coping mechanisms, and the development of resilience.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are dealing with various challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma, relationship struggles, anger management, sleep hygiene, and suicide prevention. Learning to regulate emotions effectively becomes crucial in order to cope with stressors and setbacks. Together, we can explore the underlying causes of anxiety, depression, and other difficulties, working towards improved self-esteem, healthier coping mechanisms, and the development of resilience.
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Nearby Schema Therapy Searches for Sunshine
- Altona
- Footscray
- Hoppers Crossing
- Newport
- Saint Albans
- Seddon
- Spotswood
- Tarneit
- Truganina
- West Footscray
- Williamstown
- Yarraville
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.