Schema Therapy Counselling in Liverpool

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Ed Fitzpatrick
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Welcome to my profile, I know life can be challenging at times and our worries and anxieties can leave us feeling confused and struggling with negative thoughts and emotions. I have a friendly, warm, down to earth approach that provides you with a nurturing environment to help you explore your concerns, rebuild your confidence and enable you to implement strategies and approaches that will help you move forward positively with your life.
Welcome to my profile, I know life can be challenging at times and our worries and anxieties can leave us feeling confused and struggling with negative thoughts and emotions. I have a friendly, warm, down to earth approach that provides you with a nurturing environment to help you explore your concerns, rebuild your confidence and enable you to implement strategies and approaches that will help you move forward positively with your life.
01777 801154 View 01777 801154
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Kate Auguste
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Sometimes it looks like you’re managing just fine - capable, responsible, the one others rely on. But inside you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or questioning what comes next. You might be carrying grief, burnout, relationship difficulties, or moving through a life transition that has shifted your sense of self. I work with individuals and couples, many of whom are professionals, creatives, leaders, and public-facing or high-profile individuals navigating pressure, visibility, and responsibility. Therapy offers space to slow down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and feel less alone in it.
Sometimes it looks like you’re managing just fine - capable, responsible, the one others rely on. But inside you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or questioning what comes next. You might be carrying grief, burnout, relationship difficulties, or moving through a life transition that has shifted your sense of self. I work with individuals and couples, many of whom are professionals, creatives, leaders, and public-facing or high-profile individuals navigating pressure, visibility, and responsibility. Therapy offers space to slow down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and feel less alone in it.
0151 203 8336 View 0151 203 8336
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Tracey Garner Therapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people who want things to be different in their life. People who want to feel empowered to move forward with their lives. I aim to help people understand why they are struggling and how life has affected them so they feel able to make positive changes.
I work with people who want things to be different in their life. People who want to feel empowered to move forward with their lives. I aim to help people understand why they are struggling and how life has affected them so they feel able to make positive changes.
01229 260577 View 01229 260577
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Joanne Morley
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Hello, my name is Joanne, and I’m a fully qualified, BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in Liverpool (L26), working with Think CBT. For over 16 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals facing challenges with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Through my training and experience, I’ve developed a range of evidence-based tools to help people find relief from emotional distress and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience.
Hello, my name is Joanne, and I’m a fully qualified, BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in Liverpool (L26), working with Think CBT. For over 16 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals facing challenges with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Through my training and experience, I’ve developed a range of evidence-based tools to help people find relief from emotional distress and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience.
01923 961432 View 01923 961432
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Marion Moulton
Counsellor, MBACP
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious or worn down, or if life has become confusing in ways you never expected, you’re not alone. Sometimes things build quietly over time; sometimes they arrive suddenly and leave you feeling unsteady. You might be holding so much inside, trying to keep going, yet still feeling tangled, lost, or far from yourself. Therapy can offer a gentle pause — a place where you can breathe a little more deeply and let your thoughts and feelings settle. There’s no pressure to explain everything at once or to find the “right” way to feel. We simply begin at a pace that feels safe for you.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious or worn down, or if life has become confusing in ways you never expected, you’re not alone. Sometimes things build quietly over time; sometimes they arrive suddenly and leave you feeling unsteady. You might be holding so much inside, trying to keep going, yet still feeling tangled, lost, or far from yourself. Therapy can offer a gentle pause — a place where you can breathe a little more deeply and let your thoughts and feelings settle. There’s no pressure to explain everything at once or to find the “right” way to feel. We simply begin at a pace that feels safe for you.
01704 795680 View 01704 795680
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Despina Andreou
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that keep repeating in your life or relationships. Therapy offers a space to better understand yourself, process difficult experiences, and create lasting change. I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, trauma, relationship struggles, and significant life transitions. I support men who struggle to express emotions or manage pressure, and women who feel stuck in painful relationship dynamics or self-doubt.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that keep repeating in your life or relationships. Therapy offers a space to better understand yourself, process difficult experiences, and create lasting change. I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, trauma, relationship struggles, and significant life transitions. I support men who struggle to express emotions or manage pressure, and women who feel stuck in painful relationship dynamics or self-doubt.
0161 524 2890 View 0161 524 2890
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Julie Rose Sanders
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I have over 25 years experience in supporting people with Autism, ADHD, relationship issues, developmental trauma, CPTSD, addictions. I have a passion about neurodivergent people living life to the full. I brought up two neurodivergent children. I offer a safe, calm non-judgemental space essential for the growth of trust. I learnt how the nervous system impacts relationships, how the past plays a role in the present. In therapy you can learn how to regulate emotions, communicate effectively, set boundaries and prioritise your needs. You will empower yourself, live more authentically and learn to make choices that nourish you.
I have over 25 years experience in supporting people with Autism, ADHD, relationship issues, developmental trauma, CPTSD, addictions. I have a passion about neurodivergent people living life to the full. I brought up two neurodivergent children. I offer a safe, calm non-judgemental space essential for the growth of trust. I learnt how the nervous system impacts relationships, how the past plays a role in the present. In therapy you can learn how to regulate emotions, communicate effectively, set boundaries and prioritise your needs. You will empower yourself, live more authentically and learn to make choices that nourish you.
01323 402585 View 01323 402585
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Jennifer Eirlys Williams
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or unwanted behaviours or feelings during these challenging times? Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed and don't know how to move forward? Do you feel like you're existing rather than living? Maybe deep down you know you'd benefit from some support and help to move beyond your current struggle, but feel fearful about reaching out for help? Are you looking for an approachable, empathetic and experienced therapist who will understand YOUR individual difficulties, needs and circumstances and support you to move forward in way that is meaningful to you?
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or unwanted behaviours or feelings during these challenging times? Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed and don't know how to move forward? Do you feel like you're existing rather than living? Maybe deep down you know you'd benefit from some support and help to move beyond your current struggle, but feel fearful about reaching out for help? Are you looking for an approachable, empathetic and experienced therapist who will understand YOUR individual difficulties, needs and circumstances and support you to move forward in way that is meaningful to you?
01695 668037 View 01695 668037
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Elizabeth Mosses - Relationship Specialist
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Life is tough for everyone at the moment. Everything seems so stressful and difficult and you wonder why you don't seem to cope when everyone else does. You can't make sense of what is happening either with you or your relationship. You may be anxious or fearful for the future and really fed up feeling the way you do and never getting beyond it? Would you like help to understand why you feel this way, to take back control of your thoughts and feelings and your relationships? Reach out to me and between us we can understand and work through these issues.
Life is tough for everyone at the moment. Everything seems so stressful and difficult and you wonder why you don't seem to cope when everyone else does. You can't make sense of what is happening either with you or your relationship. You may be anxious or fearful for the future and really fed up feeling the way you do and never getting beyond it? Would you like help to understand why you feel this way, to take back control of your thoughts and feelings and your relationships? Reach out to me and between us we can understand and work through these issues.
01695 668012 View 01695 668012
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Dr Carol Sadler
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I have extensive experience in supporting families, adults, children and young people with a variety of difficulties, including low mood and depression, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, loss and bereavement, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship problems and issues around identity and belonging.
I have extensive experience in supporting families, adults, children and young people with a variety of difficulties, including low mood and depression, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, loss and bereavement, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship problems and issues around identity and belonging.
07446 045884 View 07446 045884
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Spiritual Counselling & Jungian Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Welcome to my page! My journey to Soul Psychology started 30+ years ago during the extensive practice & study of Yoga, Meditation & Eastern Philosophy. This led me to become a Yoga teacher to assist others to find their way back to wholeness. Eventually I came to a study of Western Psychology, specifically Psychodynamic, Jungian Archetypes, Synchronicity, Dreams, Soul Embodiment & Shadow Integration work. I feel that my experience in the fields of yoga, spirituality and psychology has given me the insight to access the hidden subconscious layers of human psyche to facilitate healing, emotional self-regulation & self-empowerment
Welcome to my page! My journey to Soul Psychology started 30+ years ago during the extensive practice & study of Yoga, Meditation & Eastern Philosophy. This led me to become a Yoga teacher to assist others to find their way back to wholeness. Eventually I came to a study of Western Psychology, specifically Psychodynamic, Jungian Archetypes, Synchronicity, Dreams, Soul Embodiment & Shadow Integration work. I feel that my experience in the fields of yoga, spirituality and psychology has given me the insight to access the hidden subconscious layers of human psyche to facilitate healing, emotional self-regulation & self-empowerment
01248 661511 View 01248 661511
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Dr Julianah Fakolade
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches — including CBT, EMDR, CAT, schema therapy, and compassion-focused therapy.
You might be managing anxiety, low mood, or stress that’s crept in gradually, or facing a life transition that’s harder than expected. Or you keep noticing the same pattern — in a relationship, at work, with yourself — and want to actually understand why, not just cope with it. This is a space to slow down, make sense of what’s really going on beneath the surface, and find ways forward that actually last. Not quick fixes or generic advice, but work that’s specific to you — at a pace that’s yours, not one you feel you “should” be keeping.
I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches — including CBT, EMDR, CAT, schema therapy, and compassion-focused therapy.
You might be managing anxiety, low mood, or stress that’s crept in gradually, or facing a life transition that’s harder than expected. Or you keep noticing the same pattern — in a relationship, at work, with yourself — and want to actually understand why, not just cope with it. This is a space to slow down, make sense of what’s really going on beneath the surface, and find ways forward that actually last. Not quick fixes or generic advice, but work that’s specific to you — at a pace that’s yours, not one you feel you “should” be keeping.
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Click Therapies
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Serves Area
Click Therapies are a small team of UK accredited therapists, nurses and doctors. We are a dedicated online psychological wellbeing service that meets the challenges of the 21st century. We work collaboratively with all our clients to offer a personalised therapy experience to achieve the best recovery outcomes for you. Our service is flexible to meet your needs needs. You can access therapy, anytime, anywhere at your convenience . We deliver evidence based treatments in line with National Guidelines and World Health Organisation. Why not connect with us for your FREE 15min consultation, you have nothing to lose...
Click Therapies are a small team of UK accredited therapists, nurses and doctors. We are a dedicated online psychological wellbeing service that meets the challenges of the 21st century. We work collaboratively with all our clients to offer a personalised therapy experience to achieve the best recovery outcomes for you. Our service is flexible to meet your needs needs. You can access therapy, anytime, anywhere at your convenience . We deliver evidence based treatments in line with National Guidelines and World Health Organisation. Why not connect with us for your FREE 15min consultation, you have nothing to lose...
0117 456 2766 View 0117 456 2766
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Ailis Frances Murphy
Psychologist, PhD, AFBPSsS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We humans tend to work against ourselves which creates a multitude of different struggles and distress levels throughout our lives. My clients come from all walks of life seeking help with for a wide range of problematic experiences or reactions. They can be struggling with current adverse life events, past traumas, clinical and personality difficulties or just plain fed up feeling like life is exhausting or demanding. However, they all ha a common goal: To make their world work better for them.
We humans tend to work against ourselves which creates a multitude of different struggles and distress levels throughout our lives. My clients come from all walks of life seeking help with for a wide range of problematic experiences or reactions. They can be struggling with current adverse life events, past traumas, clinical and personality difficulties or just plain fed up feeling like life is exhausting or demanding. However, they all ha a common goal: To make their world work better for them.
01856 528594 View 01856 528594
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Simon Andrew Agnew
Psychologist, MSc, FMBPsS
Serves Area
Are you struggling to balance a various life roles with your personal needs? I work with individuals and couples in the UK and internationally who feel disconnected from their purpose. Clients often come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed by expectations, and wrestling with stress or emptiness. Together, we’ll explore the underlying causes of these feelings, move beyond the pressure to "just tough it out," and help you reclaim your authentic narrative. Insight tells us that motivation rarely arrives on its own; it is the act of stepping forward that creates the momentum for change.
Are you struggling to balance a various life roles with your personal needs? I work with individuals and couples in the UK and internationally who feel disconnected from their purpose. Clients often come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed by expectations, and wrestling with stress or emptiness. Together, we’ll explore the underlying causes of these feelings, move beyond the pressure to "just tough it out," and help you reclaim your authentic narrative. Insight tells us that motivation rarely arrives on its own; it is the act of stepping forward that creates the momentum for change.
01779 404194 View 01779 404194
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Peer Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a seeking to help people who are struggling with the impact of a traumatic experience. This may be an individual traumatic experience or multiple events. Often times people living with symptoms of trauma feel alone, isolated and hopeless. The thought of seeking help and recovery can feel overwhelming and uncertain. I would like to work with clients who are ready to take the first step, or are seeking lasting recovery from difficult past experiences.
I am a seeking to help people who are struggling with the impact of a traumatic experience. This may be an individual traumatic experience or multiple events. Often times people living with symptoms of trauma feel alone, isolated and hopeless. The thought of seeking help and recovery can feel overwhelming and uncertain. I would like to work with clients who are ready to take the first step, or are seeking lasting recovery from difficult past experiences.
0151 453 4737 View 0151 453 4737
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Shaunagh Parkes
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Welcome! My name is Shaunagh and I am an experienced Integrative Therapist based in Cheshire. I have worked as a counsellor within primary care settings, employment assistance programmes and private practice. I have also spent 2 years as a volunteer counsellor for local charities. As a result I have had the privilege of gaining experience in a variety and severity of mental health complaints. I have the most experience working with anxiety, relationship issues, grief/loss and LGBTQ+ issues. I also have experience working with depression/low mood, trauma, family conflict, life transitions, self-harm, self-esteem and stress.
Welcome! My name is Shaunagh and I am an experienced Integrative Therapist based in Cheshire. I have worked as a counsellor within primary care settings, employment assistance programmes and private practice. I have also spent 2 years as a volunteer counsellor for local charities. As a result I have had the privilege of gaining experience in a variety and severity of mental health complaints. I have the most experience working with anxiety, relationship issues, grief/loss and LGBTQ+ issues. I also have experience working with depression/low mood, trauma, family conflict, life transitions, self-harm, self-esteem and stress.
0151 453 0034 View 0151 453 0034
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Inga Piotrowska
Psychotherapist, MRes, MBACP
Serves Area
I use elements of CBT, transactional analysis, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and Schema Therapy.
There is hope even if your brain tells you there isn't, and it is my job as a counsellor to help you see it. It is usually buried somewhere under layers of shame, self-criticism and feeling not good enough. We will work together to help you feel a deeper sense of fulfilment and control over your life. With the right support and tools, you can overcome challenges and lead a more balanced and satisfying life, even if now it seems impossible.
I use elements of CBT, transactional analysis, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and Schema Therapy.
There is hope even if your brain tells you there isn't, and it is my job as a counsellor to help you see it. It is usually buried somewhere under layers of shame, self-criticism and feeling not good enough. We will work together to help you feel a deeper sense of fulfilment and control over your life. With the right support and tools, you can overcome challenges and lead a more balanced and satisfying life, even if now it seems impossible.
0161 524 5311 View 0161 524 5311
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Dr Donegan
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Not accepting new clients
Life these days can be difficult. It is only normal to have your bad days, yet, do not allow yourse to defined by these. Perhaps you are searching for more meaning in your life? Perhaps you have developed negative coping strategies from some pain in life or situational stress. Whether you want to build your resilience or begin positive change to excel within your life, I am here to help. I have experience dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction, eating disorders, compulsions to name a few. Perhaps the time is now, to start the change and if so I can help you to create long lasting formative growth.
Life these days can be difficult. It is only normal to have your bad days, yet, do not allow yourse to defined by these. Perhaps you are searching for more meaning in your life? Perhaps you have developed negative coping strategies from some pain in life or situational stress. Whether you want to build your resilience or begin positive change to excel within your life, I am here to help. I have experience dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction, eating disorders, compulsions to name a few. Perhaps the time is now, to start the change and if so I can help you to create long lasting formative growth.
0141 280 7413 View 0141 280 7413

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Liam O'Callaghan
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I'm an experienced psychological therapist trained in a number of forms of therapy including Schema Therapy, DBT and CBT.
I've experience in helping people navigate lifelong challenges with their emotions, relationships and trauma. I can support you with depression and anxiety difficulties such as generalised anxiety/worry, phobias, PTSD, domestic violence, OCD, social and health anxiety. I can help you develop skills in being more mindful and how to validate yourself.
I'm an experienced psychological therapist trained in a number of forms of therapy including Schema Therapy, DBT and CBT.
I've experience in helping people navigate lifelong challenges with their emotions, relationships and trauma. I can support you with depression and anxiety difficulties such as generalised anxiety/worry, phobias, PTSD, domestic violence, OCD, social and health anxiety. I can help you develop skills in being more mindful and how to validate yourself.
0161 524 6494 View 0161 524 6494

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Schema Therapy Counsellors
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.