Schema Therapy

Schema therapy is a psychodynamically based therapy that aims to identify and change deep-seated patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior that often originate in childhood and negatively impact adult life. By working on these schemas, patients can develop new, healthier coping strategies and positively transform their self-image. A key component of schema therapy is the identification and modification of “maladaptive schemas,” which are negative beliefs about oneself, others, and the world. Through targeted interventions and cognitive restructuring, patients learn to break these destructive patterns and lead a healthier, more fulfilling life.