Schema Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Bayswater, WA

Jason Donaldson
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
Counselling and coaching for blokes stuck in no man's land. You've got the job, the family, the toys. You should be happy, and you're not. You probably can't name why. There's anger that shows up out of nowhere, a relationship that's slowly falling apart, a sense of drifting, or a low-grade dissatisfaction that doesn't go away. You've probably tried to sort it on your own. Read a book. Changed your training. Had a weekend away. Things settled for a bit, then the same patterns came back. You're wondering if talking to someone might actually help.
Counselling and coaching for blokes stuck in no man's land. You've got the job, the family, the toys. You should be happy, and you're not. You probably can't name why. There's anger that shows up out of nowhere, a relationship that's slowly falling apart, a sense of drifting, or a low-grade dissatisfaction that doesn't go away. You've probably tried to sort it on your own. Read a book. Changed your training. Had a weekend away. Things settled for a bit, then the same patterns came back. You're wondering if talking to someone might actually help.
(08) 9473 6396 View (08) 9473 6396
Simon MacLachlan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Some of the approaches he utilises include: cognitive-behavioural therapies, schema therapy, couples therapy, ACT therapy, trauma-focused approaches such as internal family systems (IFS) and EMDR, as well as mindfulness-based and experiential therapies.
Simon is an experienced clinical psychologist and accredited psychotherapist who provides a warm, open and collaborative space for healing, growth and transformation. Simon sees adults, children (age 6 yrs +), adolescents, couples and families. His treatment areas include: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, sleep issues, stress and adjustment issues, chronic pain, self-development and coaching, shame, low self-worth, and other concerns. Simon's approach is relaxed, gentle and non-judgmental. Simon validates your here-and-now experience while collaborating with you to bring about positive change.
Some of the approaches he utilises include: cognitive-behavioural therapies, schema therapy, couples therapy, ACT therapy, trauma-focused approaches such as internal family systems (IFS) and EMDR, as well as mindfulness-based and experiential therapies.
Simon is an experienced clinical psychologist and accredited psychotherapist who provides a warm, open and collaborative space for healing, growth and transformation. Simon sees adults, children (age 6 yrs +), adolescents, couples and families. His treatment areas include: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, sleep issues, stress and adjustment issues, chronic pain, self-development and coaching, shame, low self-worth, and other concerns. Simon's approach is relaxed, gentle and non-judgmental. Simon validates your here-and-now experience while collaborating with you to bring about positive change.
(08) 6219 3891 View (08) 6219 3891
Older Adult Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Paula Nicolaou is an experienced Clinical Psychologist passionate about helping and empowering individuals 50 years and over to cope and heal from the challenges they face and achieve life fulfilment through enhanced mental health, connection, functioning and wellbeing. Paula offers a nurturing emotional space based in kindness, genuineness, openness and respect to facilitate compassionate reflection and meaningful growth.
Paula Nicolaou is an experienced Clinical Psychologist passionate about helping and empowering individuals 50 years and over to cope and heal from the challenges they face and achieve life fulfilment through enhanced mental health, connection, functioning and wellbeing. Paula offers a nurturing emotional space based in kindness, genuineness, openness and respect to facilitate compassionate reflection and meaningful growth.
(08) 6493 7335 View (08) 6493 7335
Andrew Meyer
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
His therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual, drawing on evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Narrative Therapy to help clients better understand themselves, navigate challenges and create lasting change together.
Andrew Meyer is a Registered Psychologist with 17 years of experience, including the past 10 years in private practice. He supports adolescents (16+) and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, addictions, and self-esteem concerns. Andrew believes meaningful therapy begins with a genuine, trusting relationship. He encourages clients to approach their therapeutic journey with curiosity and compassion, helping them better understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
His therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual, drawing on evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Narrative Therapy to help clients better understand themselves, navigate challenges and create lasting change together.
Andrew Meyer is a Registered Psychologist with 17 years of experience, including the past 10 years in private practice. He supports adolescents (16+) and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, addictions, and self-esteem concerns. Andrew believes meaningful therapy begins with a genuine, trusting relationship. He encourages clients to approach their therapeutic journey with curiosity and compassion, helping them better understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
(08) 6002 2760 View (08) 6002 2760
Perth Counselling & Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Contact our Senior Clinical Psychologist to discuss your needs. The initial conversation ensures the right fit for your wellbeing. You may be eligible for the highest Medicare rebates when seeing a Clinical Psychologist; these are $150 to $250 from the $260 per session fee. Commonly charges-are $330-$400+ per session elsewhere, but here sessions usually have a net cost of $110 to $20. (gap, after rebate). Or, you may receive the highest Private health rebates. You’ll also receive a 60-minute consultation, rather than commonly only 45-minutes, with no cancellation fees, and a 30-minute session gap between sessions for privacy.
Contact our Senior Clinical Psychologist to discuss your needs. The initial conversation ensures the right fit for your wellbeing. You may be eligible for the highest Medicare rebates when seeing a Clinical Psychologist; these are $150 to $250 from the $260 per session fee. Commonly charges-are $330-$400+ per session elsewhere, but here sessions usually have a net cost of $110 to $20. (gap, after rebate). Or, you may receive the highest Private health rebates. You’ll also receive a 60-minute consultation, rather than commonly only 45-minutes, with no cancellation fees, and a 30-minute session gap between sessions for privacy.
(08) 9270 2450 View (08) 9270 2450
Natalie Campbell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with all individuals aged 18 and up. I have been working in private practice for a number of years, and prior to this, I have worked in a corporate environment and within corrections settings, which has allowed me to be proficient at helping with a large range of issues that may bring you to counselling - whether these be within your relationship/s, stressors within your workplace, or stemming from your childhood. I am passionate about working with the queer community, the vegan community, and those who are in minority groups.
I work with all individuals aged 18 and up. I have been working in private practice for a number of years, and prior to this, I have worked in a corporate environment and within corrections settings, which has allowed me to be proficient at helping with a large range of issues that may bring you to counselling - whether these be within your relationship/s, stressors within your workplace, or stemming from your childhood. I am passionate about working with the queer community, the vegan community, and those who are in minority groups.
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Be Therapy
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and EMDR therapist offering long-term, depth-oriented individual therapy for adults. Using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I work with clients to explore how early experiences and relationships shape present-day emotions, patterns, and difficulties — and to gradually process and integrate what's been carried for a long time. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in social work values. Alongside complex trauma, I have particular interests in perinatal mental health and adjustment to parenthood, and in grief and loss across life transitions.
I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and EMDR therapist offering long-term, depth-oriented individual therapy for adults. Using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I work with clients to explore how early experiences and relationships shape present-day emotions, patterns, and difficulties — and to gradually process and integrate what's been carried for a long time. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in social work values. Alongside complex trauma, I have particular interests in perinatal mental health and adjustment to parenthood, and in grief and loss across life transitions.
(08) 6120 1166 View (08) 6120 1166

More Therapists Nearby

Carlie Spinks
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Carlie is a compassionate and gentle psychologist who is dedicated to supporting individuals improve their mental wellbeing and explore their internal world. With a special interest in perinatal mental health, Carlie is committed to providing personalised and evidence-based care to all her clients and aims to meet them where they are at in their self discovery, to learn along side them. Carlie leverages on non-judgement, humour and kindness within her practice and utilises range of modalities to support her clients.
Carlie is a compassionate and gentle psychologist who is dedicated to supporting individuals improve their mental wellbeing and explore their internal world. With a special interest in perinatal mental health, Carlie is committed to providing personalised and evidence-based care to all her clients and aims to meet them where they are at in their self discovery, to learn along side them. Carlie leverages on non-judgement, humour and kindness within her practice and utilises range of modalities to support her clients.
Scott Alfonso
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
West Perth, WA 6005
Scott holds a Master's degree in Counselling and is passionate about holistic mental heath care. With a solid foundation as a Yoga teacher and a background of over 20 years in the culinary industry he offers a unique and insightful approach to his therapeutic work. In addition to working with individuals and couples wanting to foster mental wellbeing in their lives and relationships, Scott also has experience in working with individuals living with disabilities.
Scott holds a Master's degree in Counselling and is passionate about holistic mental heath care. With a solid foundation as a Yoga teacher and a background of over 20 years in the culinary industry he offers a unique and insightful approach to his therapeutic work. In addition to working with individuals and couples wanting to foster mental wellbeing in their lives and relationships, Scott also has experience in working with individuals living with disabilities.
(08) 6493 7666 View (08) 6493 7666
Maxine Jane Rickman
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Many of the people I work with are bright, capable individuals who have spent years wondering why life seems harder for them than for others. I support adolescents and adults with ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence through therapy, assessment and practical strategies. Clients may be seeking formal assessment as to whether ADHD or autism could explain their experiences, or looking for support after diagnosis. I also work with parents of neurodivergent children and couples where one or both partners are neurodivergent, helping them better understand each other and build more supportive relationships.
Many of the people I work with are bright, capable individuals who have spent years wondering why life seems harder for them than for others. I support adolescents and adults with ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence through therapy, assessment and practical strategies. Clients may be seeking formal assessment as to whether ADHD or autism could explain their experiences, or looking for support after diagnosis. I also work with parents of neurodivergent children and couples where one or both partners are neurodivergent, helping them better understand each other and build more supportive relationships.
(02) 8403 1225 View (02) 8403 1225
Georgina Draxler
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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, I’m Georgina, a registered psychologist offering warm, accessible, and affirming support for young people and adults across Australia. I have an interest in inner child healing, attachment trauma, and complex PTSD. My approach is trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming, drawing on evidence-based modalities to help clients make sense of their past and reconnect with their authentic selves. I also support clients in exploring their neurotype (including autism and ADHD), and offer perinatal support for those navigating pregnancy, parenthood, birth trauma, and perinatal anxiety or 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, I’m Georgina, a registered psychologist offering warm, accessible, and affirming support for young people and adults across Australia. I have an interest in inner child healing, attachment trauma, and complex PTSD. My approach is trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming, drawing on evidence-based modalities to help clients make sense of their past and reconnect with their authentic selves. I also support clients in exploring their neurotype (including autism and ADHD), and offer perinatal support for those navigating pregnancy, parenthood, birth trauma, and perinatal anxiety or OCD.
(03) 7003 2409 View (03) 7003 2409
Salt Bush Social Work
Social Worker, AMHSW
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
I am a Social Worker with 25 years experience and knowledge in supporting individuals and families. I draw upon a range of interventions including Narrative, Schema, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Solution Focussed in my work. I have worked in the fields of Child Protection, Refugee Settlement, Aboriginal Health, and Family Violence. I am an experienced trauma practitioner.
I am a Social Worker with 25 years experience and knowledge in supporting individuals and families. I draw upon a range of interventions including Narrative, Schema, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Solution Focussed in my work. I have worked in the fields of Child Protection, Refugee Settlement, Aboriginal Health, and Family Violence. I am an experienced trauma practitioner.
(08) 6219 3407 View (08) 6219 3407
Prachi Savani
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alfred Cove, WA 6154
With years of clinical experience across hospital and private settings, and training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Schema Therapy, I offer grounded, evidence-based support to help you create lasting and meaningful change.
Life can be difficult at times - navigating work, friendships, family and your own interests. You get through the day but go to bed feeling empty. You may be stuck in emotional and behavioural patterns shaped by upbringing and expectations that once kept you safe but now hold you back. If you want to honour your values and culture while honouring yourself - understanding how the past shaped you, unlearning what no longer serves you, and building a life that feels authentic, balanced, and true to who you are - I may be the right fit for you.
With years of clinical experience across hospital and private settings, and training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Schema Therapy, I offer grounded, evidence-based support to help you create lasting and meaningful change.
Life can be difficult at times - navigating work, friendships, family and your own interests. You get through the day but go to bed feeling empty. You may be stuck in emotional and behavioural patterns shaped by upbringing and expectations that once kept you safe but now hold you back. If you want to honour your values and culture while honouring yourself - understanding how the past shaped you, unlearning what no longer serves you, and building a life that feels authentic, balanced, and true to who you are - I may be the right fit for you.
(02) 9100 0305 View (02) 9100 0305
Nikki Georgievski
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Booragoon, WA 6154
Nikki is a warm and approachable registered psychologist who has spent more than 12 years supporting adolescents and adults across Australia. His work spans Perth and multiple remote WA communities, where he has helped individuals and families in the resource sector navigate personal and professional challenges.
Nikki is a warm and approachable registered psychologist who has spent more than 12 years supporting adolescents and adults across Australia. His work spans Perth and multiple remote WA communities, where he has helped individuals and families in the resource sector navigate personal and professional challenges.
(08) 6493 7484 View (08) 6493 7484
Dhiya Patel
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Ellenbrook, WA 6069
I take a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach to therapy, and I use a mix of evidence-based tools like CBT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy and narrative therapy — always tailored to what feels right for you.
Hi, I'm Dhiya – Registered Psychologist with a special interest in working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, as well as those who’ve experienced trauma. My passion for this work comes from a deep respect for the strength and resilience people show when navigating big life changes, identity, or healing from difficult experiences. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, adjustment factors, trauma, or just trying to make sense of where you’re at in life, I’m here to offer a space that feels safe, supportive, and judgment-free.
I take a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach to therapy, and I use a mix of evidence-based tools like CBT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy and narrative therapy — always tailored to what feels right for you.
Hi, I'm Dhiya – Registered Psychologist with a special interest in working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, as well as those who’ve experienced trauma. My passion for this work comes from a deep respect for the strength and resilience people show when navigating big life changes, identity, or healing from difficult experiences. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, adjustment factors, trauma, or just trying to make sense of where you’re at in life, I’m here to offer a space that feels safe, supportive, and judgment-free.
(08) 9516 2205 View (08) 9516 2205
Sarsha Dawn Caroline Spring
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Fremantle, WA 6160
Sarsha works with Schema Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness and compassion focused therapies.
Sarsha is a Clinical Psychologist Registrar. She has always been drawn to the intersection of evidence-based practice and providing compassionate care. The depth of Sarsha's clinical training informs the work, and the relationship it's delivered through shapes how it feels.
Sarsha works with Schema Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness and compassion focused therapies.
Sarsha is a Clinical Psychologist Registrar. She has always been drawn to the intersection of evidence-based practice and providing compassionate care. The depth of Sarsha's clinical training informs the work, and the relationship it's delivered through shapes how it feels.
(08) 6490 9038 View (08) 6490 9038
Caris Horton
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Wembley, WA 6014
The adolescents and adults that come and see me may have lingering questions about why they do what they do, why they feel the way they do and how to cope with a range of challenges like OCD, stress, anxiety, depression. Some wish for a more directive approach to their sessions - using the time to learn and implement coping or communication strategies. Others prefer space to explore and identify their own 'why and how' or explore whether they may be neurodivergent. My aim as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space where we can do all of the above.
The adolescents and adults that come and see me may have lingering questions about why they do what they do, why they feel the way they do and how to cope with a range of challenges like OCD, stress, anxiety, depression. Some wish for a more directive approach to their sessions - using the time to learn and implement coping or communication strategies. Others prefer space to explore and identify their own 'why and how' or explore whether they may be neurodivergent. My aim as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space where we can do all of the above.
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Trey Wakefield
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Joondalup, WA 6027
Trey has worked in a variety of settings including private practice, non-for-profit, hospital, and disability sectors across the lifespan, providing individual therapy and group processing programs. He is passionate about understanding the core roots to someone’s distress and underlying patterns to help those find autonomy and meaning in their lives. Trey is currently completing a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy to further develop his skills in psychodynamic theory and practice.
Trey has worked in a variety of settings including private practice, non-for-profit, hospital, and disability sectors across the lifespan, providing individual therapy and group processing programs. He is passionate about understanding the core roots to someone’s distress and underlying patterns to help those find autonomy and meaning in their lives. Trey is currently completing a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy to further develop his skills in psychodynamic theory and practice.
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Farhana Siddique
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Mount Hawthorn, WA 6016
I am an AHPRA registered Psychologist with a 14-year career background working in corporate, coaching and counselling roles across the public and private sector. I am passionate about working with individuals to enhance their quality of life and promote lasting psychological and emotional well-being. I use a collaborative approach with emphasis placed on mutual trust and respect, to empower individuals to grow, achieve and flourish throughout their life span.
I am an AHPRA registered Psychologist with a 14-year career background working in corporate, coaching and counselling roles across the public and private sector. I am passionate about working with individuals to enhance their quality of life and promote lasting psychological and emotional well-being. I use a collaborative approach with emphasis placed on mutual trust and respect, to empower individuals to grow, achieve and flourish throughout their life span.
(08) 7078 7516 View (08) 7078 7516
Keara Wood
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Applecross, WA 6153
Keara has over seven years of experience providing therapy and works predominantly with EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, and Attachment Theory.
Are you feeling stuck in the shadows of past trauma, overwhelmed by anxiety, or facing emotional struggles that hold you back? Keara is a compassionate psychologist with seven years of experience helping teens and adults overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and improve relationships. EMDR is one of Keara’s favorite techniques for helping clients process trauma and emotional wounds, enabling them to reclaim control and peace in their lives. Keara offers educational assessments such as the WISC-V and WAIS-5.
Keara has over seven years of experience providing therapy and works predominantly with EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, and Attachment Theory.
Are you feeling stuck in the shadows of past trauma, overwhelmed by anxiety, or facing emotional struggles that hold you back? Keara is a compassionate psychologist with seven years of experience helping teens and adults overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and improve relationships. EMDR is one of Keara’s favorite techniques for helping clients process trauma and emotional wounds, enabling them to reclaim control and peace in their lives. Keara offers educational assessments such as the WISC-V and WAIS-5.
(08) 6361 3218 View (08) 6361 3218
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.