Introduction to Schema Therapy: Part 2 - maladaptive coping modes & basic therapeutic techniques

United States · CE points & talks · Psychologists

Schema Therapy, developed by Dr Jeffrey Young in the 1990s, is a powerful integrative psychotherapy model that blends cognitive-behavioural, attachment, and emotion-focused approaches. It has proven particularly effective for clients with complex, treatment-resistant issues.

In Part 2 of this two-part webinar series, Clinical Psychologist Nicky Abdinor builds on the foundational material from Part 1 and explores the key concept of maladaptive coping modes. These modes—such as avoidance, surrender, and overcompensation—develop as protective mechanisms in response to unmet core emotional needs and early maladaptive schemas. Nicky discusses how these coping styles manifest in adult life and interfere with emotional healing and healthy functioning.

The presentation also provides an overview of basic therapeutic techniques used in Schema Therapy, with a focus on strengthening the “Healthy Adult Mode” to support clients in meeting their emotional needs more adaptively. Clinicians will gain practical insights into applying Schema Therapy in-session, making this webinar highly relevant for those new to the model, considering sponsorship, or wanting to revisit core clinical concepts.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:

• Define and identify the key maladaptive coping modes in Schema Therapy.

• Understand how coping modes maintain and reinforce maladaptive schemas.

• Gain a basic overview of therapeutic strategies to address schema modes in clinical practice.

• Learn how to support the development of the “Healthy Adult Mode” in clients.

• Recognise the value of Schema Therapy for clients presenting with chronic or complex psychological difficulties.

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