Jeffrey E. E. Young
Jeffrey E. Young is an American psychologist renowned for developing schema therapy.
He founded the Schema Therapy Institute after studying at Yale University and the University of Pennsylvania, where he completed postdoctoral work with Aaron T. Beck.
Young has authored numerous books on cognitive behavioral therapy and schema therapy, with his most famous works being "Schema Therapy" for professionals and "Reinventing Your Life" for the general public.
His approach combines elements of cognitive therapy, behavior therapy, object relations, and gestalt therapy into a unified model.
Young's work has significantly influenced the field of psychotherapy, particularly in treating personality disorders and chronic psychological problems.