Schema Coping Modes: FIGHT

Perfectionistic Overcompensator Mode

The Perfectionistic Overcompensator is a FIGHT Maladaptive Coping Mode (MCM). It operates from the belief that "If I get everything perfect then no one will doubt me or see my weaknesses". Unfortunately, this leads to burnout and increases feelings of shame and worthlessness. 

​

In this video, Jess explains more about this mode. Download our handout below for more information. 

Suspicious Overcontroller Mode

The Suspicious Overcontroller is a FIGHT Maladaptive Coping Mode (MCM) within Schema Therapy. It believes that no one can be trusted so you better do everything for yourself. 

​

In this video, Jess explains more about this mode. 

Self-Aggrandiser Mode

The Self-Aggrandiser is a FIGHT Maladaptive Coping Mode (MCM) within Schema Therapy. It is a defense mechanism that uses showing off and presenting a facade of grandeur to hide the underlying vulnerability., Sometimes people know that it is all an act, other people may be more in denial. 

​

In this video, Jess explains more about this mode. 

Bully Attack Mode

The Bully Attack is a FIGHT Maladaptive Coping Mode (MCM) within Schema Therapy. It aims to attack others and push them down so that other people don't discover the underlying vulnerability of the bully. 

​

In this video, Jess explains more about this mode.