Certification Workshops
Watch Ruth Holt and Rita Younan discuss what's in each workshop:
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To complete ISST requirements for certification 40 hours of training are required, covered over 3 workshops.
It is best to do the workshops in order, unless you have completed other schema training. For a complete list of certification requirements see the ISST website.
It is best to do the workshops in order, unless you have completed other schema training. For a complete list of certification requirements see the ISST website.
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2026 Training
Schema therapy for Chronic Mood and Anxiety Disorders an Introductory Workshop – Melbourne - 2026
A$799.00
SEPT 10-11 | 9am-5pm Face to Face training in Melbourne 10-11 September. There is growing research on the effectiveness of Schema Therapy for chronic depression and some early work on other treatment resistant mood disorder presentations. This workshop will cover Schema Therapy formulation and treatment approaches for working with these presentations, including case studies, demonstrations and opportunities to practice skills. Specific topics include;
This is Face to Face training, Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September, 9am to 5pm Location: Novotel Preston 215 Bell St, Preston, Victoria 3072 The cost for the training is $799 (pus GST) and includes catering. Certification hours include: Didactic Hours 8, Dyadic Hours 5. For more information please email: [email protected] Please note cancellations can be made up to one month prior to the workshop otherwise the cancellation is 50% of the registration fee. All cancellations incur a $50 administration fee. Workshop is $799 + GST and includes catering (morning, afternoon tea and lunch) and workshop materials. Photo by Filip Hudcovic on Unsplash Workshop II Schema therapy for BPD & Complex Trauma, Certification workshop Melbourne - NOV 2026
A$799.00
NOV 12-13 | 9am-5pm 2 day workshop focussing on Schema Therapy for developmental trauma, incorporating Interpersonal Neurobiology, The Polyvagal theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, bottom up and top down approaches and the phases of intervention. Training Objectives Include:
*A working knowledge of Schema Therapy and the Mode Model is recommended Venue: 15 Bell St, Preston, Victoria 3072 Cost: $799 (+GST) and includes catering (morning and afternoon tea) and workshop materials. Please register via the website to avoid disappointment. Photo by Filip Hudcovic on Unsplash Advanced Techniques in Schema Therapy: Working with Rigid, Avoidant, Grandiose & Impulsive Clients: 2026 ONLINE Certification Training
A$629.00
3 Thursdays 10am -3pm, AEDT starting November 19, 2026 | This 3 session workshop is the last of the curriculum for certification training in Individual Schema Therapy offered by the Schema Therapy Institute Australia. This workshop will focus on extending clinician skills with difficult to treat client groups including treatment of:
Includes recorded interview with expert on Narcissism Wendy Behary on how to bypass strong Detached Protector Coping Modes found in these difficult to treat patients and David Bernstein on applying Schema Therapy in a Forensic Setting. Training Dates and Details: Training is offered over a three week period in November-December and there will be in between session tasks to consolidate learning. The dates and times are as follows: WEEK ONE: Thursday 19th November 10 am to 3 pm WEEK TWO: Thursday 26th November 10 am to 3 pm WEEK THREE: Thursday 3rd December 10 am to 3 pm Certification hours include: 8 Didactic & 5 Dyadic hours Who is eligible to attend: This training is for therapists who are registered with their professional body, including psychologists, social worker and psychiatrists. Please note that ISST certification has requirements, including minimum study requirements. Please go to the ISST website for further details. You may be asked to provide proof of eligibility upon registration. For registrations outside of Australia: The training will occur 10 am to 3 pm Australian Eastern Daylight Saving Time which includes participant interaction in the dyadic work, so please ensure you are able to attend as per below ISST requirements. If you register for this training you agree to adhere to the Online Training guidelines stipulated by The International Society for Schema Therapy which includes the following:
Facilitators are Dr Rita Younan and Ruth Holt, both Advanced Schema Therapists and Trainers in Individual Schema Therapy Training is offered via Zoom Platform; the training link and pre-reading materials will be emailed one week prior to the event. The total for the workshop is $629 + GST For more information please email: [email protected] *Please note cancellations can be made up to one month prior to the workshop otherwise the cancellation is 50% of the registration fee. All cancellations incur a $50 administration fee. Image: Photo by on Unsplash |
2027 training
Schema Therapy for Chronic Mood and Anxiety Disorders - 2027 ONLINE Certification Training
A$699.00
3 Thursdays 10am - 3pm Melbourne time, starting March 11 | There is growing research on the effectiveness of Schema Therapy for chronic depression and some early work on other treatment resistant mood disorder presentations. This 3 session ONLINE workshop will cover Schema Therapy formulation and treatment approaches for working with these presentations, including case studies, demonstrations and opportunities to practice skills. Specific topics include;
Facilitators are Dr Rita Younan and Ruth Holt, both Advanced Schema Therapists and Trainers in Individual Schema Therapy; Special Guest interview SUSAN SIMPSON (leading expert on Schema Therapy for Eating Disorders) discussing ST for Eating Disorders & The Over-controller Coping Mode which is common in Chronic Anxiety Disorders. Training Dates and Details: Training is offered in March over a three week period and where there will be in between session tasks to consolidate learning. The dates and times are as follows: WEEK ONE: Thursday March 11th 10 am to 3 pm WEEK TWO: Thursday March 18th 10 am to 3 pm WEEK THREE: Thursday March 25th 10 am to 3 pm Certification hours include: Didactic Hours 8, Dyadic Hours 5 Who is eligible to attend: This training is for therapists who are registered with their professional body, including psychologists, social worker and psychiatrists. Please note that ISST certification has requirements, including minimum study requirements. Please go to the ISST website for further details. You may be asked to provide proof of eligibility upon registration. For registrations outside of Australia: The training will occur 10am - 3pm Australian Standard Time which includes participant interaction in the dyadic work, so please ensure you are able to attend as per below ISST requirements. If you register for this training you agree to adhere to the Online Training guidelines stipulated by The International Society for Schema Therapy which includes the following:
Training is offered via Zoom Platform; the training link and pre-reading materials will be emailed one week prior to the event. Cost: $AUD699 + GST For more information please email: [email protected] Image: Photo by Kristina Tripkovic on Unsplash Schema Couples Therapy training - Workshop I and II PACKAGE Sydney
A$1,450.00
6-9 April 2027 | Workshop I and II F2F Sydney Presenter: Ms Ruth Holt, Clinical Psychologist and Advanced Schema Couples therapist. NOTE: sometimes the receipt from the website says digital delivery - this is a Face to Face workshop in Sydney. Schema Couples Therapy focusses on building connection and repairing relationship ruptures by understanding the mode cycles that fuel distress. We aim to work with partners to heal the unmet needs that drive schema and mode activation. This Package includes all 4 days of training, including workshop I and II Workshop I (days 1 and 2) focuses on starting with couples from a Schema Therapy perspective, including
Workshop II (days 3 and 4) builds on Workshop I and develops skills including
The workshop will be interactive, with input, demonstrations and opportunity to practice skills. It provides the complete 4 days of training required to become a certified Schema Couples Therapist (additional requirements are outlined here). Location: Rydges, Camperdown, 9 Missenden Road Camperdown Time: 8:45am-5:00pm Discounted price for the 4 day training package: Standards Price (from December 1, 2025): $1450.00 + GST This price includes all materials and catering for the 4 days. Common questions: What if I haven’t done any Schema Therapy training before? You are strongly encouraged to complete the introduction to Schema Therapy workshop: Schema Therapy for Chronic Mood and Anxiety Disorders - either live or 'at your own pace' This workshop assumes
If you don't have that knowledge the introduction workshops listed will meet that need. What if I haven’t had much experience with couples? The training will provide options for those with less couples experience and those with more, aiming to meet your individual learning needs. Can I use my Gottman Method, Emotion Focused or other couples therapy skills? Yes, Schema therapy is an integrative therapy that can build on your existing skills. Please be aware of our cancellation policy Schema Therapy for BPD/Complex Trauma: 2027 ONLINE Certification Training
A$699.00
3 Thursdays 10:00am-3:00pm Melbourne time starting 15 April, 2027 | This Schema Therapy training for developmental trauma, incorporates Interpersonal Neurobiology, Polyvagal theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, bottom up and top down approaches and phases of intervention. The training runs over 3 short days for 3 weeks. Training Objectives Include:
*A working knowledge of Schema Therapy and the Mode Model is recommended Facilitators are Dr Rita Younan and Ruth Holt, both Advanced Schema Therapists and Trainers in Individual Schema Therapy A pre-recorded discussion with leading experts Joan Farrell and Ida Shaw, on common obstacles and pitfalls when working with this clinical population will be included. Training Dates and Details: Training is offered in APRIL over a three week period and there will be in between session tasks to consolidate learning. The dates and times are as follows: WEEK ONE: Thursday April 15th 10:00 to 3:00pm WEEK TWO: Thursday April 22nd 10:00 to 3:00pm WEEK THREE: Thursday April 29th 10:00 to 3:00pm Certification hours include: Didactic Hours 9, Dyadic Hours 4 Who is eligible to attend: This training is for therapists who are registered with their professional body, including psychologists, social worker and psychiatrists. Please note that ISST certification has requirements, including minimum study requirements. Please go to the ISST website for further details. You may be asked to provide proof of eligibility upon registration. For registrations outside of Australia: The training will occur 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time which includes participant interaction in the dyadic work, so please ensure you are able to attend as per below ISST requirements. ISST requirements If you register for this training you agree to adhere to the Online Training guidelines stipulated by The International Society for Schema Therapy which includes the following:
Online training fee is $699 plus GST $69.90 Training is offered via Zoom Platform; the training link and pre-reading materials will be emailed one week prior to the event. For more information please email: [email protected] Please note cancellations can be made up to one month prior to the workshop otherwise the cancellation is 50% of the registration fee. All cancellations incur a $50 administration fee. Image: Photo by Chris Montgomery on Unsplash Canberra Cohort
A$925.00 - A$1,850.00
Full Certification Program, with face to face training in Canberra, in a closed group that provides a supportive, ongoing, in person community to learn Schema Therapy. There will be some pre-reading/watching between training days. Days 1 and 2: These days will cover Schema Therapy formulation and treatment approaches for working with these presentations, including case studies, demonstrations and opportunities to practice skills. Specific topics include;
Days 3 and 4: These days focus on developmental trauma, incorporating Interpersonal Neurobiology, Polyvagal theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, bottom up and top down approaches and phases of intervention.
Days 5 and 6: Will focus on extending clinician skills with difficult to treat client groups including treatment of:
This is Face to Face training, Tuesdays 9am-5pm Dates: 4th May, 18th May, 8th June, 29th June, 20th July, 10th August Location: QT, Canberra, 1 London Circuit, Canberra 2601 The cost for the training is $1850 (plus GST) and includes training, handouts and resources and catering. Paying in instalments Choose either full payment or to pay in 2 instalments. Payment 1 ($925 plus GST) is required to hold your place and payment 2 ($925 plus GST) is to be completed by 15th March, 2027. Certification hours: Didactic Hours 25, Dyadic Hours 15. This training meets the full training requirements for certification with the ISST. Please note cancellations can be made up to one month prior to the workshop otherwise the cancellation is 50% of the registration fee. All cancellations incur a $50 administration fee. Frequently Asked Questions Who is eligible? The ISST requires people to have a Masters in psychology, counselling, social work or a psychiatry qualification prior to starting certification. In Australia there are excepts for psychologists who have done the 4+2 or 5+1 pathways. Contact Ruth for more information. How many people in the cohort? Depending on demand, the group will be a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 20 Can I do parts of the training? I have already done some Schema Therapy training, so can I join for the days I haven't completed yet? No. The cohort is designed to be a community for learning, that continues for 6 months. The cohort will be a progressive learning experience, tailored to the needs to the group, so there people can't "drop in" to the training. Often when people are learning Schema Therapy they complete more than the 6 days required, so you will build on your learning, even if you have already done Schema training. Can I attend if I live outside of Canberra? If you are able to attend in person for all 6 days you are very welcome to come. What is the commitment outside of the training days? There will be readings and a video assigned prior to each day and the group will also discuss how they are going with implementing Schema Therapy. You will need to be in a setting where you are able to implement Schema Therapy with clients. |
For all Australia-based workshops please be advised of our cancellation policy.
In order to increase accessibility a discount on training run from Australia is available for eligible therapists in 2 categories
1. Full-time Masters or Doctoral Psychology students
2. "List B” countries in line with ISST recommendations
Albania, Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Jordan, Kosovo, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Republic of Macedonia, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, Venezuela, Vietnam and Yugoslavia. Please email with proof of eligibility (for students: photo of current student card with full time status, for List B Country residents: copy of registration with country of registration) and details for accessing the discounted price will be provided.
1. Full-time Masters or Doctoral Psychology students
2. "List B” countries in line with ISST recommendations
Albania, Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Jordan, Kosovo, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Republic of Macedonia, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, Venezuela, Vietnam and Yugoslavia. Please email with proof of eligibility (for students: photo of current student card with full time status, for List B Country residents: copy of registration with country of registration) and details for accessing the discounted price will be provided.
First things first: how to simplify schema therapy formulation and use it as a springboard for treatment
A$189.00
RECORDED WEBINAR
ALL MATERIALS AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD
Independent of treatment modality, research suggests that formulation improves client outcomes. In schema therapy, formulation guides the treatment and enhances the limited reparenting. However, it can feel confusing to know where to begin with schema therapy formulation. It can be overwhelming to integrate the client’s presenting issues, schema questionnaires, family history assessment, client memories, and mode maps. The resulting formulation can be unclear and may fail to guide the treatment.
Join us in exploring what works and what doesn’t work when integrating assessment and formulation into your schema therapy sessions. You’ll learn practical strategies to guide your treatment that you can start implementing immediately.
You’ll walk away with:
- Creative and experiential techniques to assess schemas and modes
- Practical ways to make the assessment feel therapeutic for the client
- Clear strategies to share your formulation with your client so it enhances the therapeutic relationship
- Simple ways to weave the formulation into each session
- Effective methods to re-visit formulation when feeling stuck with a client
About your presenters:
Ruth Holt is a Clinical Psychologist and Advanced Certified Schema Therapist Supervisor/Trainer.
Tena Davies is a Clinical Psychologist and Advanced Certified Schema Therapist
Mentioned in the webinar is this list of modes:
https://www.schematherapysouthafrica.co.za/downloads/A%20list%20of%20schema%20modes.pdf
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