Schema Therapy & DBT

Many of the ways we think, feel and behave are shaped by our early life experiences. Sometimes these patterns serve us well, but at other times they can leave us feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, low self-esteem, difficult relationships or self-criticism. Schema Therapy is an evidence-based approach that helps identify these deeply rooted patterns—known as schemas—and supports you in changing them.

Rather than simply addressing current symptoms, Schema Therapy explores the underlying beliefs and emotional experiences that continue to influence your life today. By understanding where these patterns come from, you can begin to break free from them and develop healthier ways of thinking, feeling and relating to others.

How Schema Therapy can help

Schema Therapy can be effective in supporting people experiencing:

Anxiety
Depression
Low self-esteem
Relationship difficulties
Childhood trauma
Complex trauma
Personality difficulties
Chronic feelings of shame or guilt
Perfectionism
Emotional deprivation
Fear of abandonment or rejection
Difficulty setting healthy boundaries

Schema Therapy is particularly helpful for people who feel they've been repeating the same emotional or behavioural patterns for many years despite trying other forms of therapy.