Schema Therapy is an impactful therapeutic intervention designed to empower individuals in overcoming entrenched, counterproductive emotional and behavioural patterns that may interfere with interpersonal relationships, career prospects and life satisfaction. Schema therapy aims to help uncover "Early Maladaptive Schemas" (EMS), which are subconscious and enduring emotional and cognitive patterns that develop in response to challenging childhood experiences.

At ANIMA Health Network, all of our clinical psychologists are trained in Schema Therapy. Our aim is to help you address the root causes of emotional and psychological distress and empower you to create lasting meaningful change.

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EMDR is a psychotherapeutic approach developed to help individuals process and alleviate the emotional distress associated with traumatic memories. The aim is to facilitate the reprocessing of these memories, reducing their emotional impact and fostering adaptive resolution. EMDR is particularly effective in treating trauma-related conditions, including PTSD, by targeting specific memories contributing to emotional distress.

At ANIMA, all of our Clinical Psychologists/Registrars are fully EMDR trained.

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Parts and Chairwork is an experiential, evidence‑based approach that helps people understand and work with different “parts” of themselves—such as inner critics, protectors, or vulnerable feelings. Using guided dialogue and chair‑based exercises, this therapy supports emotional clarity, self‑compassion, and integration, particularly for long‑standing patterns, trauma, and complex emotional difficulties.

Imagery Rescripting is a powerful therapeutic approach designed to address and alleviate emotional distress caused by upsetting mental images or memories. When individuals have distressing memories, the traditional response might be to replay them as they originally occurred, reinforcing negative emotions. In imagery rescripting, however, the person collaborates with a therapist to transform these troubling mental images. It's akin to jointly editing the script of a mental movie to introduce a more positive and constructive narrative.

During therapy, individuals actively engage in modifying the imagery associated with a distressing memory. By reshaping the mental representation of the event, the aim is to create a new, less distressing ending or perspective. This process enables individuals to reinterpret the meaning of the memory, fostering a sense of empowerment and control over their emotional responses.

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a form of therapy that explores the unconscious mind to understand the underlying causes of psychological distress. It focuses on how past experiences and unresolved conflicts influence present behaviour and emotions. By examining these patterns, therapists can help patients gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, leading to greater self-awareness and personal growth. Psychodynamic therapy is often used to address a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and trauma.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that was originally developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, it has since been adapted and expanded to treat other mental health conditions as well.

DBT is based on the dialectical philosophy, which emphasizes finding a balance between acceptance and change. It integrates strategies from cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and dialectical strategies to help individuals develop skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and creating a life worth living.

ACT is a form of therapy that emphasises acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings, and commitment to living a meaningful life. It helps patients learn to observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment, and to engage in values-driven actions. ACT focuses on mindfulness, present-moment awareness, and the cultivation of psychological flexibility. By developing these skills, patients can reduce the impact of negative emotions and increase their ability to live a fulfilling life. ACT is often used to treat a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.

CBT helps patients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and develop healthier coping strategies. By changing the way patients think, they can improve their emotional state and behaviour. CBT is often used to treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and phobias.