Schema Therapy

Schema therapy integrates elements of Psychoanalysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Attachment Theory and Gestalt Therapy. The underlying philosophy is rooted in the belief that maladaptive “schemas” (that is; patterns of thought, behaviour and coping) may have developed in childhood and adolescence due to unmet emotional needs. When these persist into adulthood they may influence our thoughts, feelings and behaviours in the present in ways that are no longer helpful to us. 

With Schema Therapy, we address these maladaptive schemas directly. This allows people to break free from entrenched patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving, leading to improved relationships and greater wellbeing. Schema therapy has a growing evidence base and can be a good choice for those who are looking for a longer term therapy to explore themselves in greater depth.