Codependency Therapists in Santee, CA
Do you feel your survival strategies are keeping you from truly thriving? Maybe you find yourself scrolling social media for hours avoiding challenging emotions? Maybe you grew up around addiction or dysfunction and struggle to feel safe in relationships.
Together, we can explore the protective parts of you that have worked hard to keep you safe. By building compassion for these parts and leading from your authentic Self, you can create more freedom, connection, and fulfillment internally and in your relationships.
Your pain is real, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’d be honored to support you on this journey.
Do you feel your survival strategies are keeping you from truly thriving? Maybe you find yourself scrolling social media for hours avoiding challenging emotions? Maybe you grew up around addiction or dysfunction and struggle to feel safe in relationships.
Together, we can explore the protective parts of you that have worked hard to keep you safe. By building compassion for these parts and leading from your authentic Self, you can create more freedom, connection, and fulfillment internally and in your relationships.
Your pain is real, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’d be honored to support you on this journey.
You feel like you have done pretty well in life but there is something stopping you from feeling 100%. You are not sure how you became such a responsible, caring person when your childhood was so chaotic. These days you struggle with how to deal with the dysfunctional people in your life and wonder why you pick the wrong people to be in relationships with. You want to work on yourself but are not sure where to start. You deal with anxiety, panic attacks and often times feel depressed
You feel like you have done pretty well in life but there is something stopping you from feeling 100%. You are not sure how you became such a responsible, caring person when your childhood was so chaotic. These days you struggle with how to deal with the dysfunctional people in your life and wonder why you pick the wrong people to be in relationships with. You want to work on yourself but are not sure where to start. You deal with anxiety, panic attacks and often times feel depressed
I offer a therapeutic space for anyone seeking support, healing, and growth. I work with couples, adults, and teens. Instead of focusing only on presenting symptoms and coping strategies, I explore the roots of your struggles so we can create long-lasting change. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples wanting to strengthen their relationship and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to treat trauma. Both models offer structured, research-backed pathways to healing.
I offer a therapeutic space for anyone seeking support, healing, and growth. I work with couples, adults, and teens. Instead of focusing only on presenting symptoms and coping strategies, I explore the roots of your struggles so we can create long-lasting change. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples wanting to strengthen their relationship and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to treat trauma. Both models offer structured, research-backed pathways to healing.
We offer virtual therapy for any adult struggling with their Mental and Emotional Health. At Echo Ridge Wellness, we understand that life has its seasons and there are plenty of ups and downs. We are also perfect for those who have recently completed a residential or Intensive outpatient program. The flexibility we offer is ideal for the college student, working professional, or busy parent.
We offer virtual therapy for any adult struggling with their Mental and Emotional Health. At Echo Ridge Wellness, we understand that life has its seasons and there are plenty of ups and downs. We are also perfect for those who have recently completed a residential or Intensive outpatient program. The flexibility we offer is ideal for the college student, working professional, or busy parent.
My passion is to empower those that have not found their potential. We all have our own stories and experiences which makes us perfect candidates for success when we have the right support. Whether you have lived it, experienced it or witnessed it, the effects of trauma are devastating. Quit beating yourself up. It is time to heal. With 20 years experience in addiction and over 10 working with trauma, it is time to recover from the past, survive the present, and flourish into the future. It all starts with you.
My passion is to empower those that have not found their potential. We all have our own stories and experiences which makes us perfect candidates for success when we have the right support. Whether you have lived it, experienced it or witnessed it, the effects of trauma are devastating. Quit beating yourself up. It is time to heal. With 20 years experience in addiction and over 10 working with trauma, it is time to recover from the past, survive the present, and flourish into the future. It all starts with you.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, trauma, stress, and substance use. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that are impacting their emotions, relationships, or daily functioning, and are looking for a way to better understand and shift these experiences.
My approach is supportive and collaborative, with an emphasis on exploring the underlying patterns that contribute to current difficulties. This often includes examining how thoughts, emotions, and relational dynamics interact over time.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, trauma, stress, and substance use. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that are impacting their emotions, relationships, or daily functioning, and are looking for a way to better understand and shift these experiences.
My approach is supportive and collaborative, with an emphasis on exploring the underlying patterns that contribute to current difficulties. This often includes examining how thoughts, emotions, and relational dynamics interact over time.
Hello and welcome! My name is Jessica Millanponce and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.I want to start by saying how honored I am that you took the time to learn a little bit about me and my clinical care approach. It is my belief and experience that complex-relationship trauma and attachment injuries show up in our lives and are the catalyst for symptoms that resemble anxiety, depression, dissociation, hyperactivity and various mood disorders. My approach to care is and has to be gentle, self-guided and compassionate as we explore the inner parts of Self that need attention, unburdening and healing.
Hello and welcome! My name is Jessica Millanponce and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.I want to start by saying how honored I am that you took the time to learn a little bit about me and my clinical care approach. It is my belief and experience that complex-relationship trauma and attachment injuries show up in our lives and are the catalyst for symptoms that resemble anxiety, depression, dissociation, hyperactivity and various mood disorders. My approach to care is and has to be gentle, self-guided and compassionate as we explore the inner parts of Self that need attention, unburdening and healing.
Does your self esteem need a boost? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you have a teen struggling with their mood, which may be affecting their learning or relationships? You may need some support for yourself, your primary relationship, or your family. Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes. There is joy in the solving and you are already on your way.
Does your self esteem need a boost? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you have a teen struggling with their mood, which may be affecting their learning or relationships? You may need some support for yourself, your primary relationship, or your family. Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes. There is joy in the solving and you are already on your way.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. My counseling style is non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm. I enjoy working with individuals and couples adjusting to different seasons of life. I want to meet you where you are. You are the expert in your life and I am here to support you and help you explore what is getting in the way of you living out your fullest potential. My goal for you is to feel like you've found your safe space, a place of understanding and free of judgment.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. My counseling style is non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm. I enjoy working with individuals and couples adjusting to different seasons of life. I want to meet you where you are. You are the expert in your life and I am here to support you and help you explore what is getting in the way of you living out your fullest potential. My goal for you is to feel like you've found your safe space, a place of understanding and free of judgment.
Do you find yourself feeling more depressed or anxious lately? Are you overwhelmed by the continuing political chaos? You are not alone.
If you suffer from perinatal mood or anxiety disorders, I have25 years experience and I can help. Are you in the military? I have 24 years experience working with military families. Do you find yourself making the same choices that don't work? You may have unresolved trauma that is interfering in your present life. I can help with any of these issues and more.
Do you find yourself feeling more depressed or anxious lately? Are you overwhelmed by the continuing political chaos? You are not alone.
If you suffer from perinatal mood or anxiety disorders, I have25 years experience and I can help. Are you in the military? I have 24 years experience working with military families. Do you find yourself making the same choices that don't work? You may have unresolved trauma that is interfering in your present life. I can help with any of these issues and more.
Hi there, I'm Steve! Therapy can be scary. You never know what you'll learn about yourself and your life. I know I was scared when I started... So, congratulations on taking the big first step to becoming the best version of yourself. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
Hi there, I'm Steve! Therapy can be scary. You never know what you'll learn about yourself and your life. I know I was scared when I started... So, congratulations on taking the big first step to becoming the best version of yourself. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
Starting therapy can feel both hopeful and uncertain, whether you’re navigating a major life transition, adjusting to parenthood, or just feeling “off” without knowing exactly why. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, overwhelm, or relational patterns they’re ready to understand and shift. I especially enjoy supporting new and expecting parents as they move through the emotional changes and identity shifts that often come with growing a family. I also believe in creating space for conversations around boundaries, self-worth, and the stories we’ve carried about ourselves and our relationships.
Starting therapy can feel both hopeful and uncertain, whether you’re navigating a major life transition, adjusting to parenthood, or just feeling “off” without knowing exactly why. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, overwhelm, or relational patterns they’re ready to understand and shift. I especially enjoy supporting new and expecting parents as they move through the emotional changes and identity shifts that often come with growing a family. I also believe in creating space for conversations around boundaries, self-worth, and the stories we’ve carried about ourselves and our relationships.
Hello... I am Elaine Quattro, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I see myself as a change agent helping clients by empowering them to explore their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Hello... I am Elaine Quattro, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I see myself as a change agent helping clients by empowering them to explore their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Hey there, I’m Stacie! I consider it a huge privilege and honor to get to do therapy work with folks, and I approach sessions with compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for my clients. I understand the vulnerability it takes to show up, even when the work is hard. I want to provide a space to allow for healing and exploration to happen naturally, and at your own pace. Therapy works best when you feel seen, heard, and understood, and my intention is to create that connection with my clients from the beginning!
Hey there, I’m Stacie! I consider it a huge privilege and honor to get to do therapy work with folks, and I approach sessions with compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for my clients. I understand the vulnerability it takes to show up, even when the work is hard. I want to provide a space to allow for healing and exploration to happen naturally, and at your own pace. Therapy works best when you feel seen, heard, and understood, and my intention is to create that connection with my clients from the beginning!
Hi, I'm Meagan Edwards and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My degree, training, and specialties are centered on repairing and enhancing relationships; both those with ourselves and others. I consider and work with individuals and families with holistic frameworks and consideration of the various systems that impact them. My style is client-centered. I utilize systems frameworks in my practice.
Hi, I'm Meagan Edwards and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My degree, training, and specialties are centered on repairing and enhancing relationships; both those with ourselves and others. I consider and work with individuals and families with holistic frameworks and consideration of the various systems that impact them. My style is client-centered. I utilize systems frameworks in my practice.
Hi, my name is JoAnn Scott. My mission as a therapist is to initially help people develop hope, then help them discover their best selves during our therapeutic journey. I do this using individualized therapeutic techniques that are best suited for the challenges and concerns that you have identified as most important. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, master's Level Registered Addiction Specialist, Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Hi, my name is JoAnn Scott. My mission as a therapist is to initially help people develop hope, then help them discover their best selves during our therapeutic journey. I do this using individualized therapeutic techniques that are best suited for the challenges and concerns that you have identified as most important. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, master's Level Registered Addiction Specialist, Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
My name is Sonya and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adults of all ages who struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma. I help by creating a safe, calm and comfortable therapeutic environment where you can speak freely without fear of judgement. In our first few sessions, you can expect we will explore any challenges you have, your strengths, and finally your hopes for what life will look like when you meet your goals. I believe you are the expert on your life. I am simply the support person helping you make changes and adjust perspectives to accomplish your hopes, dreams, and goals.
My name is Sonya and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adults of all ages who struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma. I help by creating a safe, calm and comfortable therapeutic environment where you can speak freely without fear of judgement. In our first few sessions, you can expect we will explore any challenges you have, your strengths, and finally your hopes for what life will look like when you meet your goals. I believe you are the expert on your life. I am simply the support person helping you make changes and adjust perspectives to accomplish your hopes, dreams, and goals.
Life often hands us challenges that create obstacles to realizing one's fullest potential. Life is unpredictable, and making sense of it and the world around us can be confusing. At times, we need help. We can even start to believe that change isn't possible. Throughout the counseling process, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns, crises, and psychological issues.
Life often hands us challenges that create obstacles to realizing one's fullest potential. Life is unpredictable, and making sense of it and the world around us can be confusing. At times, we need help. We can even start to believe that change isn't possible. Throughout the counseling process, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns, crises, and psychological issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. My passion is to reshape the narrative around therapy by approaching it through a modern, inclusive lens that honors a wide range of perspectives and experiences. As an Asian American therapist, I focus on how culture, identity, and systemic influences shape the way we experience and navigate the world, offering a compassionate space to explore these factors in your journey toward healing. (she/her/hers).
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. My passion is to reshape the narrative around therapy by approaching it through a modern, inclusive lens that honors a wide range of perspectives and experiences. As an Asian American therapist, I focus on how culture, identity, and systemic influences shape the way we experience and navigate the world, offering a compassionate space to explore these factors in your journey toward healing. (she/her/hers).
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
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Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.
What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.
How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.
What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.