Gem Thomson - Experinced friendly professional therapist BABCP accredited in CBT and Schema Focused.
Bio
I have over 12 years experience working with complex and more straight forward mental health conditions in the NHS, and Private Practice. I will very likely know how to help you feel better about yourself and your future and my aim will be to help you understand why you do some of the things you do and how to change it-if you want to.
I work with people with: depression, relationships, loss of a sense of self . People who are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and disconnected. We know what works to help you feel better: it shouldn’t be so hard to live a confident connected life, people can change. At connection-psychotherapy we offer therapy that is safe, expert, and integrated so you can get what you need and move forward. It is our mission to guide you to Feel more confident, self-accepting and happier: Book today for a free consult.
I use Schema Focused Therapy which looks at long standing patterns that show up in how you relate to yourself or others. These are often unconscious. They might be experienced as you feeling bad about yourself or feeling chaotic or contradictory. I also offer CBT and EMDR. My aim is to help you resolve the past and make the future feel good. I have over 12 years experience working with complex and more straight forward mental health conditions in the NHS, and Private Practice. I will very likely know how to help you feel better about yourself and your future and my aim will be to help you understand why you do some of the things you do and how to change it-if you want to.
Schema Therapy is an advanced, evidence-based therapeutic approach that helps individuals identify and change deeply ingrained patterns of thought, behavior, and emotion. It’s especially effective for those dealing with chronic issues like depression, anxiety, childhood neglect, and trauma. In Scotland, more people are discovering how Schema Therapy can transform their mental well-being, offering long-lasting results.
What is Schema Therapy? Schema Therapy, developed by Dr. Jeffrey Young, combines elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), attachment theory, and Gestalt therapy. It focuses on helping individuals understand and heal "schemas" — broad, deep-seated patterns formed in childhood that can shape how we perceive ourselves, others, and the world around us.
How Schema Therapy Works: In Schema Therapy, therapists work with clients to:
Identify maladaptive schemas (negative patterns).
Understand the origins of these schemas.
Challenge and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Develop healthier coping strategies for managing emotions and relationships.
Who Can Benefit from Schema Therapy in Scotland?
People with chronic mental health issues: Schema Therapy is particularly helpful for individuals with long-term conditions like personality disorders, anxiety, depression, or complex trauma.
Those struggling with relationship difficulties: Since schemas often affect how we relate to others, therapy can improve communication, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills.
Individuals seeking deeper self-awareness: It’s also beneficial for anyone wanting to explore and understand their emotional life more profoundly.
Benefits of Schema Therapy:
Lasting change: Unlike traditional therapy, Schema Therapy focuses on deep, long-term transformation rather than just symptom management.
Healing trauma: It is especially effective for individuals dealing with early childhood trauma, attachment issues, or neglect.
Improved relationships: By addressing the root causes of emotional and behavioral patterns, clients often experience healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Gem ThomsonCertified
Individualised plan of how to achieve a more confident, accepting sense of self. I can help you understand yourself and what your behavioural patterns tell us about your history.
Experience
I have 12 years experience encompassing work with autistic adults, Mental Health Nursing, Managment, Police Service, CBT THerapist and Schema Therapy. I have expereince of waorking in wards with people with chronic and complex mental heelth conditions and experience of helping people feel motivated and confident using hypnotherapy.
Qualifications
NMC registration EMDR parts 1,2,3 and $ Schema THerapy Foundatiosn course Schema THerapy for complex clients Schema THerapy for short form Schema Therapy for ASD BABCP accreditation BSCH Hpnotherapy accreditation