International Training & Certification Program in Schema Therapy

What is Schema Therapy?

Schema Therapy integrates cognitivebehavioral, attachment, psychodynamic, and experiential techniques to identify and modify lifelong patternscalled schemasthat underlie chronic emotional difficulties. Developed by Dr. Jeffrey Young, it is especially effective for personality disorders, complex trauma, and relational problems.

Why Choose the International Program?

• Global Accreditation: The curriculum meets the standards of the International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST) and is recognized in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia.
• EvidenceBased Content: All modules are grounded in peerreviewed research and include the latest updates from the 2023 ISST handbook.
• Multicultural Perspective: Case examples, roleplays, and supervision sessions reflect diverse cultural contexts.
• Flexible Delivery: A blended format of live virtual workshops, ondemand videos, and inperson intensive training.
• Peer Community: Lifetime access to an online forum where alumni share resources, referrals, and supervision opportunities.

Program Structure

Eligibility & Prerequisites

The program is intended for mentalhealth professionals who hold a relevant graduate degree (e.g., Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Psychiatry) and have at least two years of clinical experience. Applicants must:

• Provide a current professional license or registration.
• Submit a CV and a brief statement of interest.
• Agree to abide by the ISST Code of Ethics.

International students are welcome; all materials are provided in English.

Learning Outcomes

On completion, participants will be able to:

• Conduct comprehensive schema assessments using the Young Schema Questionnaire and schema mode inventories.
• Formulate case conceptualizations that integrate schemas, modes, and developmental history.
• Apply cognitive, experiential, and behavioral strategies to modify maladaptive schemas.
• Manage therapeutic challenges such as schema resistance, dropout, and ruptures in the alliance.
• Demonstrate competence in at least three schemafocused treatment protocols (e.g., for borderline personality disorder, chronic depression, or relational trauma).

Faculty & Supervisors

Our teaching team comprises internationally recognized experts:

• Dr. Maria Liu (USA) Coauthor of the 2023 ISST Manual, specialist in traumafocused schema work.
• Prof. Hans Keller (Germany) Leader in schemamode research and author of Modes in Practice.
• Dr. Aisha Patel (UK) Clinical supervisor with extensive experience in multicultural settings.
• Additional regional supervisors are available for live case consultation in Asia, Africa, and South America.

Cost & Scholarships

Standard tuition: $3,500 USD (includes all live sessions, recordings, assessment fees, and the certification certificate). A 10% earlybird discount is offered for registrations completed before the next intake date.

We provide a limited number of needbased scholarships (up to 20% tuition reduction) for clinicians serving underresourced populations. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

How to Enroll

1. Complete the online application form.
2. Upload your professional license, CV, and statement of interest.
3. Pay the enrollment deposit ($500) via secure payment gateway.
4. Receive confirmation email with access to the learning portal.

For any questions, please email admissions@schema-therapy.org or call +18005550199.

Testimonials

The international format allowed me to learn from peers across three continents. The supervision was rigorous yet supportive, and I felt fully prepared to integrate schema work into my private practice. Dr. Luis Fernndez, Chile

The combination of live roleplays and recorded session feedback was invaluable. I passed the certification exam on my first attempt and now supervise new trainees. Ms. Fatima AlSaadi, United Arab Emirates