Rewriting the Mind’s Story – How EMDR and Schema Therapy Help You Break Free from Old Patterns
We all carry stories about ourselves — some are empowering, others are heavy with self-doubt, shame, or fear. These old narratives often began in childhood, shaping how we see ourselves and how we respond to life’s challenges.
When anxiety, depression, or stress take hold, it’s often because we’re living in a script that no longer serves us. Two powerful approaches — EMDR therapy and Schema Therapy — can help you edit these old chapters and write a new one.
Why Old Patterns Feel So Hard to Break
Schemas are deep, recurring life themes formed early on — like “I’m not good enough” or “People will always leave.” They act like lenses through which we see the world. EMDR works directly with the brain’s natural healing system to reprocess painful memories, taking the emotional charge out of them. Together, these therapies help you understand why you think, feel, and react the way you do — and then change it.
The Creative Power of Rewriting Your Story
Think of it as working on a personal canvas. Instead of painting over the old image, you’re adding light, texture, and depth — transforming the whole picture. You begin to live from authenticity, not fear.
What This Can Mean for You:
Relief from the anxiety and stress of old wounds
Greater self-worth and confidence
The ability to respond, not just react
A deeper sense of purpose and meaning
If you’ve been feeling stuck in repetitive cycles, you don’t have to keep turning the same pages. EMDR and Schema Therapy can help you step into a new chapter — one where you feel free, grounded, and more yourself than ever before.
Lisa Joseph
Psychologist MAAPi