Schema Therapy Counselling in Southwark, London
Dr Daisy Walton-Ellis
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Southwark, London SE1
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR, and use CFT, DBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy.
As a senior clinical psychologist, I specialise in working with people experiencing low self-esteem, difficulty managing strong emotions and caught in unhelpful or destructive patterns in their relationships. Experiencing negative and traumatic events can lead us to develop ways of coping which allowed us to survive at the time, but now keep us stuck and keep our problems going.
I know how scary and shameful the idea of opening up about difficult experiences and self-destructive cycles can feel. I have a warm, genuine style, and make sure that you feel supported and never judged, so that you feel safe enough to do this work.
I am trained in EMDR, and use CFT, DBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy.
As a senior clinical psychologist, I specialise in working with people experiencing low self-esteem, difficulty managing strong emotions and caught in unhelpful or destructive patterns in their relationships. Experiencing negative and traumatic events can lead us to develop ways of coping which allowed us to survive at the time, but now keep us stuck and keep our problems going.
I know how scary and shameful the idea of opening up about difficult experiences and self-destructive cycles can feel. I have a warm, genuine style, and make sure that you feel supported and never judged, so that you feel safe enough to do this work.
I am trained in various evidence based therapies such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT.
I am a registered & chartered Principal Psychologist, EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and a Schema Therapist with over 14 years of experience. You might feel that difficult past experiences are continuing to impact the quality of your relationships & affecting your wellbeing. You may be stuck in patterns of behaviours that leave you feeling helpless, anxious or depressed. Despite our best efforts to manage, we may end up coping in ways that perpetuate or worsen our difficulties. I would like to offer you a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic space where we can explore & overcome these difficulties together.
I am trained in various evidence based therapies such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT.
I am a registered & chartered Principal Psychologist, EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and a Schema Therapist with over 14 years of experience. You might feel that difficult past experiences are continuing to impact the quality of your relationships & affecting your wellbeing. You may be stuck in patterns of behaviours that leave you feeling helpless, anxious or depressed. Despite our best efforts to manage, we may end up coping in ways that perpetuate or worsen our difficulties. I would like to offer you a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic space where we can explore & overcome these difficulties together.
If you have longer-lasting issues, that might feel almost impossible to change, we will use more of a blend of techniques, including CBT, and schema therapy
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT therapist. I am also an Associate Member of ISST (International Schema Society) and have a background in professional drama. I have an integrative approach to therapy, and will a blend of these skills to help you improve the quality of your life.
If you have longer-lasting issues, that might feel almost impossible to change, we will use more of a blend of techniques, including CBT, and schema therapy
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT therapist. I am also an Associate Member of ISST (International Schema Society) and have a background in professional drama. I have an integrative approach to therapy, and will a blend of these skills to help you improve the quality of your life.
My main training is in Schema Therapy, CBT, EMDR and Person-Centred Therapy, but I also use techniques from other methods like DBT, Mindfulness-CBT, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 25 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?
My main training is in Schema Therapy, CBT, EMDR and Person-Centred Therapy, but I also use techniques from other methods like DBT, Mindfulness-CBT, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 25 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?
I offer cognitive behavioural therapy and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I currently work as a postdoctoral research associate and as an honorary therapist in London. I am experienced in a wide range of mental health problems; eating disorders, body image issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, emotion regulation difficulties, and trauma.
I offer cognitive behavioural therapy and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I currently work as a postdoctoral research associate and as an honorary therapist in London. I am experienced in a wide range of mental health problems; eating disorders, body image issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, emotion regulation difficulties, and trauma.
I work integratively, where I combine approaches (such as MBT, Schema Therapy, CBT & EFT couples therapy) tailored to best fit with your needs and goals.
Are you experiencing challenges with your relationships, difficult feelings, such as anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns in your life? Perhaps you deal with your pressures so that others around you don’t seem to notice yet inwardly feel troubled or unsettled. Or you might have had a difficult recent life event or yet to deal fully with early life experiences that are impacting you now? I’m a Senior Counselling Psychologist and accredited Mentalisation Based Therapist. I can help you, as an individual or couple, to understand what is happening at a deeper level, so you can find new ways of moving forward.
I work integratively, where I combine approaches (such as MBT, Schema Therapy, CBT & EFT couples therapy) tailored to best fit with your needs and goals.
Are you experiencing challenges with your relationships, difficult feelings, such as anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns in your life? Perhaps you deal with your pressures so that others around you don’t seem to notice yet inwardly feel troubled or unsettled. Or you might have had a difficult recent life event or yet to deal fully with early life experiences that are impacting you now? I’m a Senior Counselling Psychologist and accredited Mentalisation Based Therapist. I can help you, as an individual or couple, to understand what is happening at a deeper level, so you can find new ways of moving forward.
Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and Schema Therapy, I provide practical tools to manage daily challenges while addressing deep-rooted patterns for lasting change.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or feeling overwhelmed by loneliness and unworthiness? You might feel weighed down by persistent feelings of inadequacy, or you may be navigating grief, life transitions, or a sense of disconnection in your relationships. Perhaps you’ve experienced complex trauma or deep-rooted emotional pain and feel stuck in patterns like self-doubt, people-pleasing, or perfectionism. If previous therapy left you longing for deeper change, I can help you heal the root causes of your struggles and empower you to build a life of confidence, connection, and self-worth.
Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and Schema Therapy, I provide practical tools to manage daily challenges while addressing deep-rooted patterns for lasting change.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or feeling overwhelmed by loneliness and unworthiness? You might feel weighed down by persistent feelings of inadequacy, or you may be navigating grief, life transitions, or a sense of disconnection in your relationships. Perhaps you’ve experienced complex trauma or deep-rooted emotional pain and feel stuck in patterns like self-doubt, people-pleasing, or perfectionism. If previous therapy left you longing for deeper change, I can help you heal the root causes of your struggles and empower you to build a life of confidence, connection, and self-worth.
My approach is evidence-based and grounded in Schema Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy, complemented by DBT coping skills coaching, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotion-focused Therapy for couples (EFT).
Perhaps you cope well in some areas of life but have been troubled by difficult feelings, thoughts or life patterns for a while. Maybe loss, trauma, PTSD, or other difficult life events are impacting you. There are many times when speaking with a trained professional can help. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, certified MBT and Schema Therapist, and Supervisor with extensive experience in providing and leading therapy services in the NHS and private practice. I work with adolescents, adults and couples presenting with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, which may be rooted in adverse childhood experiences.
My approach is evidence-based and grounded in Schema Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy, complemented by DBT coping skills coaching, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotion-focused Therapy for couples (EFT).
Perhaps you cope well in some areas of life but have been troubled by difficult feelings, thoughts or life patterns for a while. Maybe loss, trauma, PTSD, or other difficult life events are impacting you. There are many times when speaking with a trained professional can help. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, certified MBT and Schema Therapist, and Supervisor with extensive experience in providing and leading therapy services in the NHS and private practice. I work with adolescents, adults and couples presenting with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, which may be rooted in adverse childhood experiences.
In addition to CBT I use EMDR for trauma and Schema Therapy for longer term more deeply rooted issues.
Hello and welcome, as a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, I work with my clients to offer a supportive and confidential online space. Online therapy is exactly the same as in-person therapy, but you do it from the convenience of your own space. My approach is tailored to your needs. I used tried and trusted evidenced based therapies to help you meet your needs.
In addition to CBT I use EMDR for trauma and Schema Therapy for longer term more deeply rooted issues.
Hello and welcome, as a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, I work with my clients to offer a supportive and confidential online space. Online therapy is exactly the same as in-person therapy, but you do it from the convenience of your own space. My approach is tailored to your needs. I used tried and trusted evidenced based therapies to help you meet your needs.
To meet In therapy is to face your fears and vulnerability in a safe and non judgemental space. I love to create an alliance with you as a client to discover and challenge what lies Inside you, aim to have a deep understanding of your world, your hopes and your needs. Often people need to find their own truth and for this we may need to find questions that need answering , uncover pathways that feel blocked and make choices that can unlock you towards freedom and a more loving space for your self and your life.
To meet In therapy is to face your fears and vulnerability in a safe and non judgemental space. I love to create an alliance with you as a client to discover and challenge what lies Inside you, aim to have a deep understanding of your world, your hopes and your needs. Often people need to find their own truth and for this we may need to find questions that need answering , uncover pathways that feel blocked and make choices that can unlock you towards freedom and a more loving space for your self and your life.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
Do you feel alone with your problems? Stressed up and anxious? Lonely and depressed? Unhappy in relationships? Full of anger? Mourning a loss? Looking for meaning and direction? If so why not come for a chat to see how I can help? I have helped people from various walks of life and of different ages. I have assisted clients going through the midlife crisis to find meaning and a sense of purpose. I have made a difference to the lives of young people ridden with anxiety, searching for values and goals and uncertain of their personal and career choices.
Do you feel alone with your problems? Stressed up and anxious? Lonely and depressed? Unhappy in relationships? Full of anger? Mourning a loss? Looking for meaning and direction? If so why not come for a chat to see how I can help? I have helped people from various walks of life and of different ages. I have assisted clients going through the midlife crisis to find meaning and a sense of purpose. I have made a difference to the lives of young people ridden with anxiety, searching for values and goals and uncertain of their personal and career choices.
I'm Vincenzo with a PGDip in Psychosynthesis. Session in ITALIAN also available. Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Within each of us lies an inner drive that pushes us to persist in our existence. Even in darkest moments, this quiet yet powerful force can guides us toward healing and fulfilment. With my experience and my continuing studies, I offer an integrative therapeutic approach blending psychology and spiritual growth. Using techniques like guided imagery, meditation, creativity expression, childhood trauma healing, we’ll uncover root causes and promote healing. Let’s work together to create a life of meaning, joy, and purpose.
I'm Vincenzo with a PGDip in Psychosynthesis. Session in ITALIAN also available. Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Within each of us lies an inner drive that pushes us to persist in our existence. Even in darkest moments, this quiet yet powerful force can guides us toward healing and fulfilment. With my experience and my continuing studies, I offer an integrative therapeutic approach blending psychology and spiritual growth. Using techniques like guided imagery, meditation, creativity expression, childhood trauma healing, we’ll uncover root causes and promote healing. Let’s work together to create a life of meaning, joy, and purpose.
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
I am an integrative counselling psychologist, having trained and worked in different modalities over the past 10 years. Alongside private work, my skills are informed by a range of experience, having delivered therapy in NHS and charity sectors, working in developmental neuroscience, and in inpatient psychiatric services.
If you’d like to explore with me your experience, I can facilitate new understanding and insights, with which change can occur. My focus is on your needs for therapy, to work with you to notice how your life experiences, self-view, and relationships impact you presently.
I am an integrative counselling psychologist, having trained and worked in different modalities over the past 10 years. Alongside private work, my skills are informed by a range of experience, having delivered therapy in NHS and charity sectors, working in developmental neuroscience, and in inpatient psychiatric services.
If you’d like to explore with me your experience, I can facilitate new understanding and insights, with which change can occur. My focus is on your needs for therapy, to work with you to notice how your life experiences, self-view, and relationships impact you presently.
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I specialise in treating trauma, PTSD, and attachment related difficulties. I also provide therapy for a range of depression and anxiety related issues. I am registered with the HCPC and have over 10 years experience of working in mental health settings across the NHS and private practice. I have specialist training in relational and trauma therapies including Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Everyone has their own unique challenges and struggles and so I provide a tailored approach to suit your individual needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I specialise in treating trauma, PTSD, and attachment related difficulties. I also provide therapy for a range of depression and anxiety related issues. I am registered with the HCPC and have over 10 years experience of working in mental health settings across the NHS and private practice. I have specialist training in relational and trauma therapies including Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Everyone has their own unique challenges and struggles and so I provide a tailored approach to suit your individual needs.
At some time or another, we all need help in dealing with the difficulties that life can bring. Modern, fast-paced living is often overwhelming and so making choices that are beneficial for us becomes more challenging. We often find ourselves taking decisions that move us away from who we truly are and the life we want to lead. Through therapy we can explore what has brought you to where you are now, what is no longer working for you and how to facilitate a shift towards a preferred present and future.
At some time or another, we all need help in dealing with the difficulties that life can bring. Modern, fast-paced living is often overwhelming and so making choices that are beneficial for us becomes more challenging. We often find ourselves taking decisions that move us away from who we truly are and the life we want to lead. Through therapy we can explore what has brought you to where you are now, what is no longer working for you and how to facilitate a shift towards a preferred present and future.
The world can be frustrating when you get tangled up in unhealthy thinking patterns. You can feel lost, or overwhelmed, with moments of real darkness. That is where I can help. If you lose control of your anger or your anxiety holds you back, we can unpack what makes you tick. If you hide your emotions in harmful behaviour, we can uncover them. What I enjoy most is helping people to build healthy relationships with themselves and others. I used to this when working with the Prince's Trust and Mind, the leading UK mental health agency. This gave me insight into those dealing with addiction, anxiety and depression.
The world can be frustrating when you get tangled up in unhealthy thinking patterns. You can feel lost, or overwhelmed, with moments of real darkness. That is where I can help. If you lose control of your anger or your anxiety holds you back, we can unpack what makes you tick. If you hide your emotions in harmful behaviour, we can uncover them. What I enjoy most is helping people to build healthy relationships with themselves and others. I used to this when working with the Prince's Trust and Mind, the leading UK mental health agency. This gave me insight into those dealing with addiction, anxiety and depression.
As my ideal client, you're a professional, facing tricky obstacles at work or at home, who knows that you've got to grow to live better. You know about personal development, but are unconvinced by the usual solutions. You want to know how all your problems fit together, and develop a step by step programme for personal change, that addresses the difficulties you face in priority order. You don't see yourself as "mentallly ill"; rather, you're stuck in a difficult place on the journey of life. You're looking for the support, knowledge and skills to get to a better place, a map and a straightforward guide on the path to wellbeing.
As my ideal client, you're a professional, facing tricky obstacles at work or at home, who knows that you've got to grow to live better. You know about personal development, but are unconvinced by the usual solutions. You want to know how all your problems fit together, and develop a step by step programme for personal change, that addresses the difficulties you face in priority order. You don't see yourself as "mentallly ill"; rather, you're stuck in a difficult place on the journey of life. You're looking for the support, knowledge and skills to get to a better place, a map and a straightforward guide on the path to wellbeing.
Life could be better so much better. I know right? You have this sense that if you could figure some personal complexities out then that fulfillment that eludes you would be within your grasp. Well it can, but sometimes it needs a depth space, one that aligns with your need to go deeper, perhaps you've tried therapy before? I'm not saying I'm an expert but my gift, as others have said, is that I can go there with you and language that which is hard to express. Others say I'm very easy to talk to, that I genuinely care, this isn't a job but a calling, that's my truth - I want to know - I care to know and help you find yourself.
Life could be better so much better. I know right? You have this sense that if you could figure some personal complexities out then that fulfillment that eludes you would be within your grasp. Well it can, but sometimes it needs a depth space, one that aligns with your need to go deeper, perhaps you've tried therapy before? I'm not saying I'm an expert but my gift, as others have said, is that I can go there with you and language that which is hard to express. Others say I'm very easy to talk to, that I genuinely care, this isn't a job but a calling, that's my truth - I want to know - I care to know and help you find yourself.
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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.