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.
Schema Therapy from the
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2026 Training
COUPLES - Melbourne in February |
Workshop I: Starting Schema Couples Therapy MELBOURNE
A$799.00
24 and 25 FEBRUARY - Workshop I F2F MELBOURNE Presenter: Ms Ruth Holt, Clinical Psychologist and Advanced Schema Couples therapist. (The website seems to say "digital delivery" but this workshop is FACE TO FACE In MELBOURNE). 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 workshop focuses on starting with couples from a Schema Therapy perspective, including
The workshop will be interactive, with input, demonstrations and opportunity to practice skills. This workshop provides the 1st 2 days of the 4 days of training required to become a certified Schema Couples Therapist (additional requirements are outlined here). Standard Price: $750 (until 1st December, 2025) Last Minute Price: $799 This includes all materials and catering. Location: TBC - near Melbourne city Time: 8:45am-5:00pm 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 Workshop II: Schema Couples Therapy for Affairs, Sexual Issues and Complex Cases MELBOURNE
A$799.00
26-27 FEBRUARY | Workshop II F2F MELBOURNE Presenter: Ms Ruth Holt, Clinical Psychologist and Advanced Schema Couples therapist. 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 workshop builds on Workshop I (Starting Schema Couples Therapy) and develops skills including
The workshop will be interactive, with input, demonstrations and opportunity to practice skills. This workshop provides 2 days of the 4 days of training required to become a certified Schema Couples Therapist (additional requirements are outlined here). Standard Price: $750 (until December 1, 2025) Last Minute Price: $799 This includes all materials and catering. Location: TBC - near Melbourne city Time: 8:45am-5:00pm Common questions: What if I haven’t done any Schema Couples Therapy training before? This is an ADVANCED WORKSHOP and requires completing of Workshop I. You may be asked to confirm your attendance at Workshop I or equivalent. 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 Couples Therapy training - Workshop I and II MELBOURNE
A$1,450.00
24-27 FEBRUARY | Workshop I and II F2F Melbourne 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 Melbourne. 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. 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: TBC - near Melbourne city Time: 8:45am-5:00pm Discounted price for the 4 day training package: Early Bird Price: $1250 + GST 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 INDIVIDUAL SCHEMA THERAPY |
Schema Therapy for Chronic Mood and Anxiety Disorders - 2026 ONLINE Certification Training
A$629.00
3 Thursdays 10am - 3pm Melbourne time, starting March 12 | 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 12th 10 am to 3 pm WEEK TWO: Thursday March 19th 10 am to 3 pm WEEK THREE: Thursday March 26th 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 9:30am - 2:30pm 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: $AUD629 + GST For more information please email: [email protected] Image: Photo by Kristina Tripkovic on Unsplash Schema Therapy for BPD/Complex Trauma: 2026 ONLINE Certification Training
A$699.00
3 Thursdays 10:00am-3:00pm Melbourne time starting 23 April, 2026 | 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 MAY 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 23rd 10:00 to 3:00pm WEEK TWO: Thursday April 30th 10:00 to 3:00pm WEEK THREE: Thursday May 7th 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 Schema therapy for Chronic Mood and Anxiety Disorders an Introductory Workshop – Melbourne - 2026
A$699.00
SEPT 10-11 | 9am-5pm Face to Face training in Melbourne 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: TBC - near Melbourne city The cost for the training is $699 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 $699 + 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 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: TBC - near Melbourne city 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 |
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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