What is schema therapy?

Schema is an unconscious belief that shows how a person sees himself, others and the world and how he treats them. Schema is the result of the accumulation of memories, emotions, beliefs, attitudes and mental and physical feelings that are formed unconsciously in a person's childhood. The “seeming” life trap helps a person understand and interpret his experiences and use them in relation to problems to overcome the environment and meet his needs.

Schema therapy is based on the hypothesis that many mental and physical problems are caused by schemas that were formed in childhood and consolidated and strengthened throughout life. Schema therapist It tries to help improve a person's psychological state by identifying, understanding and changing these schemas and ineffective coping strategies that are associated with them.

Types of schemas

The scheme of emotional deprivation means “no one loves me, I am ignored, I am not important”. For example, you are either very good and ignored; or you are very selfish and no one understands the depth of your feelings; Or you are very narcissistic and no one wants to be close to you.

Abandonment schema meaning “I am alone”; “Every relationship is doomed to failure”. That means sooner or later you will end your relationship and be alone. Now you may either be let go or you may be let go. Overall Abandonment schema It means

Mistrust schema of misbehavior means “there is always a bowl under half a bowl”. It means either you misbehave to be betrayed or you betray yourself!

Shame defect schema means “I'm not lovable; I'm not valuable”. That is, due to low self-esteem, you always put yourself in a situation much lower than yourself; improper marriage; Low personal and family jobs

The importance of schema therapy

Schema therapy is an effective and efficient treatment method for treating many psychological disorders that cannot be treated or do not respond to other common methods. These disorders include personality disorders, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, addiction, and self-harm. At Schema therapy According to each person's weaknesses and needs, he suggests a suitable and personalized treatment plan that includes various techniques such as cognitive, behavioral, emotional, relational and experiential techniques.

This therapy also helps the person to identify and meet their basic emotional needs. These emotions are love and acceptance, self-confidence, self-centeredness, creativity, healthy self-expression, optimal failure, secure attachment, and autonomy. By meeting these basic emotional needs, a person can develop his personality and achieve a higher level of satisfaction and happiness.