What is Schema Therapy?
Schema therapy is a wonderfully powerful integrative treatment approach that can incorporate a range of emotional/experiential and cognitive techniques embedded within attachment, gestalt and developmental approaches to address patterns of behaviours and coping that are no longer serving individuals well in their life.
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It is a therapy approach that moves beyond the here-and-now concerns (i.e., symptoms) to identify, treat and heal the earlier experiences that shaped these patterns of being.
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It is a powerful approach that beautifully holds space for each individual’s unique experiences and multiplicity. Whilst originally developed for adult clients, this treatment modality’s application is also relevant to younger clients addressing issues and concerns whilst they are forming, and before they become more engrained patterns.
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​How do I book?
If you are booking your first appointment with Dr Alison Bocquée, please contact us at
reception@dralisonbocquee.com to establish availability.
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The Zanda online booking system is for existing clients only. Following your first appointment, you will be able to use the Zanda calendar to book appointments.
If you are an existing client and unable to find a suitable appointment time in the online calendar, please contact us at reception@dralisonbocquee.com so we can place you on the waitlist to be offered a cancellation appointment.
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​How long are your sessions?
Initial appointments are generally 60 minutes, with subsequent appointments being 50 minutes in duration.
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How many appointments will I or my child need?
It is best to initially book in at least three weekly or fortnightly appointments to commence your
therapy journey. This frequency ensures that a complete understanding of your or your
child’s treatment needs can be ascertained in a timely manner, as well as assisting a strong
therapeutic relationship to be formed.
After these initial appointments I will provide you with a proposed treatment plan
including recommendation of the ongoing frequency of treatment, with consideration of
your therapy goals. It is important to get the dose of psychological intervention right for
treatment to result in the changes you are working towards. The duration of treatment
varies depending on the individual’s treatment needs.
Does therapy always have to occur in the clinic?
I can provide therapy either in person in my clinic, or via Telehealth (video call) if deemed appropriate or necessary. I do not conduct therapy via telephone. At times, I provide therapy off-site. If you require this, please contact me to discuss my availability for this service.
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What are your fees?
Please see my fees section for information about my fees and rebates.
What is the cancellation policy?
A strict cancellation policy is applied due to the high demand of psychological services. When a client cancels with less than 48 hours notice, this results in delays in your therapy progress, and is a missed appointment opportunity for another client.
Reminders will be sent out with three days’ notice via text and email. Cancellation fees apply if notice is given with less than 48 hours’ ($135) or less than 24 hours’ notice or no shows (full fee).​
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Do you provide assessments or psychological services?
As I provide a bespoke and unique therapy set, I am not currently offering assessment services. I can however provide recommendations should this be part of your psychological needs.
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Do you have a privacy policy?
At Bocquée Psychology, we are committed to protecting your privacy as an online visitor to our website. Please visit our Privacy Policy page for full details.
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What if I’m seeking urgent or crisis assistance?
I do not provide acute services, and am unable to respond to emergency or crisis situations. If you require emergency support, please contact emergency services on 000 or present to your nearest hospital.
What are some other crisis support services?
Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 646
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What if my question has not been answered here?
Please feel free to call, complete my online form, or email if you have any other questions.​