Schema Therapy Self-Reflection and Self-Practice Retreat (5th Anniversary)

Retreat Synopsis

Self-care is essential for any therapist, this has never been more true than over the past few years. Knowing ones own schemas and modes is also an integral part of schema therapy; it can not only make us better, more self-aware and authentic therapists but it can also lead to less difficulties in our own life and increased life satisfaction.

This two day retreat is based largely on Joan Farrell and Ida Shaw’s Schema Therapy From the Inside Out: Self-reflection and Self-Practice work. Together, Chris and participants will create a safe, supportive environment so participants can improve their own schema and mode awareness and self-care Chris will share his own experiences, schemas and modes and insights into self-care, in addition to using a number of Schema Therapy techniques, which will lead to participants own knowledge of the techniques for use with clients, in addition to an increase ability to meet one’s own needs.

About your Facilitator - Chris Hepworth

Chris is a Clinical Psychologist and accredited advanced schema therapist, trainer and supervisor who lives in Perth, Western Australia. He is known for his warm, clear and practical manner of teaching which helps participants walk away from his trainings with immediate and tangible skills, in addition to his compassion and authenticity. He has been an Advanced Schema Therapist, Trainer and Supervisor for around 8 years and has been providing training in Schema Therapy in person in Australia, abroad and online for around the same time. He has also been a trainer for the Australian Psychology Society for a number of years on courses around psychologist Supervision, DBT and Schema Therapy. He presents both in Australia and abroad.

In addition to providing training, Chris has a small private practice and has also been the Clinical Lead on the DBTeen Program in WA (https://wa.lifeline.org.au/services/dbteen/) for the past 5 years, within which he provides clinical consultation and guidance to DBTeen group clinicians and to Lifeline about clinical aspects of the program. Chris has been coordinating and delivering Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) programs for a number of years in the public health system, in addition to now providing individual DBT skills training from his private practice. His practice is also informed by EMDR and other cognitive-behavioural therapies, in addition to Schema Therapy and DBT.

Location

The retreat is based at the magnificent Caves House, Yallingup, in the beautiful Margaret River region. Caves house has beautiful heritage-listed gardens, art deco accommodation and unique function rooms, is just a short walk from pristine beaches, the famous Ngilgi Cave and award winning vineyards.

Accomodation can be booked directly with Caves House (https://www.caveshousehotelyallingup.com.au). There are also other accomodation options within walking distance. Accomodation is NOT included in the price of this event. You can book directly with Caves House.

Event Details

Date and Time: Monday 26th October and Tuesday 27th October 2026. Registration on 28th from 8:30, event starts at 9am both days and concludes by 4:30pm on 27th October.

Location: Caves House Hotel, 18 Yallingup Beach Road, Yallingup WA 6282

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are provided on both days.

Price: $799

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations: Up to 14 days in advance, payment will be refunded, minus a $50 administration fee. At less than 14 days notice, there will be a refund of 50% of the fee. No refunds will be made under 5 working days prior to the commencement of the event.