Codependency Therapists in Colorado Springs, CO

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Jan Rosko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be challenging, even overwhelming at times. Are you having a hard time believing you can grow and flourish? Feeling fear, shame, or just plain stuck? Disappointed in relationships? Let’s talk. I value you and care about your struggles. You can find hope and healing. What do I offer? Understanding, Connection, Resources. EMDR for trauma, Gottman Method for relationships, HSP training and life experience, Codependency insight and recovery tools. Mindfulness, Acceptance, Encouragement. Don’t wait. You’re worth the effort. Reach out today and let’s get started.
Life can be challenging, even overwhelming at times. Are you having a hard time believing you can grow and flourish? Feeling fear, shame, or just plain stuck? Disappointed in relationships? Let’s talk. I value you and care about your struggles. You can find hope and healing. What do I offer? Understanding, Connection, Resources. EMDR for trauma, Gottman Method for relationships, HSP training and life experience, Codependency insight and recovery tools. Mindfulness, Acceptance, Encouragement. Don’t wait. You’re worth the effort. Reach out today and let’s get started.
(720) 580-6626 View (720) 580-6626
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Adam Skinner
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
If you’re reading this and considering counseling, there’s a part of you that’s searching for healing, wholeness, meaning, and joy, and I want to help you find it. I work with adult individuals using IFS, EMDR, guided imagery, and experiential and somatic therapies to help people heal from experiences like abuse, neglect, spiritual/religious or cult trauma, unwanted or compulsive sexual behaviors, depression, and codependency. I enjoy working with young adults, creatives, geeks and gamers, intuitive people who want to go beyond the black-and-white, and overthinkers of every variety!
If you’re reading this and considering counseling, there’s a part of you that’s searching for healing, wholeness, meaning, and joy, and I want to help you find it. I work with adult individuals using IFS, EMDR, guided imagery, and experiential and somatic therapies to help people heal from experiences like abuse, neglect, spiritual/religious or cult trauma, unwanted or compulsive sexual behaviors, depression, and codependency. I enjoy working with young adults, creatives, geeks and gamers, intuitive people who want to go beyond the black-and-white, and overthinkers of every variety!
(719) 602-7546 View (719) 602-7546
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Lucy Schulz
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Taking new clients! Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or feelings of not being good enough? Do you react in ways that cause you to feel embarrassed or ashamed, but did not feel like you were in control? Do you avoid people or situations because you become too overwhelmed or anxious? Do you often put others' needs before your own and end up feeling resentful? If any or all of the above sound familiar, you are not alone. I commonly work with clients who suffer from trauma, narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, anxiety, depression, codependency, and interpersonal/attachment issues.
Taking new clients! Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or feelings of not being good enough? Do you react in ways that cause you to feel embarrassed or ashamed, but did not feel like you were in control? Do you avoid people or situations because you become too overwhelmed or anxious? Do you often put others' needs before your own and end up feeling resentful? If any or all of the above sound familiar, you are not alone. I commonly work with clients who suffer from trauma, narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, anxiety, depression, codependency, and interpersonal/attachment issues.
(615) 412-5116 View (615) 412-5116
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Kevin Barr - New Tree Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Kevin Barr (New Tree Counseling). I've been practicing therapy for 12 years and I'm a big fan of the process. I specialize in the treatment of clients who struggle with ADHD symptoms, trauma symptoms, codependency issues and attachment wounds. I love providing therapy for other therapists as well as supervision for LPCCs. One of the most rewarding things I get to do is foster healing relationships with clients with attachment wounds due to their trauma. I excel in helping clients spot the emotionally unsafe people and connect with the safe ones.
Hello! My name is Kevin Barr (New Tree Counseling). I've been practicing therapy for 12 years and I'm a big fan of the process. I specialize in the treatment of clients who struggle with ADHD symptoms, trauma symptoms, codependency issues and attachment wounds. I love providing therapy for other therapists as well as supervision for LPCCs. One of the most rewarding things I get to do is foster healing relationships with clients with attachment wounds due to their trauma. I excel in helping clients spot the emotionally unsafe people and connect with the safe ones.
(720) 807-2986 View (720) 807-2986
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Nicole Williams, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903  (Online Only)
I'm a neurodivergent therapist providing virtual therapy for adults in Colorado from all backgrounds with a special focus on depression, adult-identified ADHD, codependency, burnout, compassion fatigue, and religious trauma.
Are you experiencing... Sadness? Burnout? A hard time saying no? Such low energy and motivation that you can barely take care of yourself? Struggle to focus, organize, plan, start or remember tasks? Feeling misunderstood? Pain from emotional abuse or a conflict? Guilt for not having the energy or focus to be present or productive? Thoughts that you may be depressed? Thoughts that you may have ADHD? Wanting to process church hurt, doubts about your faith, loss of your religion or a major change in your worldview? If you answered yes to any of these questions and are looking for a therapist, I may be a good fit for your needs.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist providing virtual therapy for adults in Colorado from all backgrounds with a special focus on depression, adult-identified ADHD, codependency, burnout, compassion fatigue, and religious trauma.
Are you experiencing... Sadness? Burnout? A hard time saying no? Such low energy and motivation that you can barely take care of yourself? Struggle to focus, organize, plan, start or remember tasks? Feeling misunderstood? Pain from emotional abuse or a conflict? Guilt for not having the energy or focus to be present or productive? Thoughts that you may be depressed? Thoughts that you may have ADHD? Wanting to process church hurt, doubts about your faith, loss of your religion or a major change in your worldview? If you answered yes to any of these questions and are looking for a therapist, I may be a good fit for your needs.
(720) 637-0908 View (720) 637-0908
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Katie Quick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping clients with the following issues: anxiety, codependency, people pleasing, setting boundaries, self-confidence, childhood trauma, and building healthy relationships.
Are you constantly anxious? Overthinking about your future? Worried about things that are out of your control? Did you have a childhood filled with trauma and difficult experiences? Are you ready to do the work to shift into a happier, healthier, more authentic life? Then you’ve come to the right place. My name is Katie Quick (she/her) and I help anxious adults find relief through inner child healing and empowerment. Using a gentle yet direct, compassionate and expansive approach, we will look to your past to give us insight into your present, and transform your pain into the healing that will create a beautiful future.
I am passionate about helping clients with the following issues: anxiety, codependency, people pleasing, setting boundaries, self-confidence, childhood trauma, and building healthy relationships.
Are you constantly anxious? Overthinking about your future? Worried about things that are out of your control? Did you have a childhood filled with trauma and difficult experiences? Are you ready to do the work to shift into a happier, healthier, more authentic life? Then you’ve come to the right place. My name is Katie Quick (she/her) and I help anxious adults find relief through inner child healing and empowerment. Using a gentle yet direct, compassionate and expansive approach, we will look to your past to give us insight into your present, and transform your pain into the healing that will create a beautiful future.
(720) 310-1115 View (720) 310-1115
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Sondra Sabourin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80921  (Online Only)
Life is messy! Are you longing to hear the words "Clean Up Aisle 7"? Let me assure you there is hope! Many of us struggle with anxiety and depression, grief and loss, trauma/abuse and codependency. Life is filled with all sorts of issues including family-of-origin issues, identity issues as well as boundary and relational issues. Often, we labor under these struggles and issues only to find ourselves overwhelmed by guilt and shame. It's time for a new beginning! You are not alone. Take that first step. And I'll bring the bucket!
Life is messy! Are you longing to hear the words "Clean Up Aisle 7"? Let me assure you there is hope! Many of us struggle with anxiety and depression, grief and loss, trauma/abuse and codependency. Life is filled with all sorts of issues including family-of-origin issues, identity issues as well as boundary and relational issues. Often, we labor under these struggles and issues only to find ourselves overwhelmed by guilt and shame. It's time for a new beginning! You are not alone. Take that first step. And I'll bring the bucket!
(303) 590-3412 View (303) 590-3412
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Soul Revival Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
I specialize in Attachment and Developmental Trauma, Codependency, and Christian Spirituality.
Is it important for you to merge your faith with your mental health? I'm passionate about bridging the gaps of psychology, faith, and neuroscience because they all play a part in our overall wellness. I help my clients find freedom from the shackles of trauma, codependency, and addiction so they can discover authentic wholeness, connection, resilience, and purpose beyond their pain. I meet you on a deep spiritual level to help you heal in relationship with God, and walk alongside you to face the inescapable burdens that come with this broken world. Let's unveil the renewed self which you are called to be.
I specialize in Attachment and Developmental Trauma, Codependency, and Christian Spirituality.
Is it important for you to merge your faith with your mental health? I'm passionate about bridging the gaps of psychology, faith, and neuroscience because they all play a part in our overall wellness. I help my clients find freedom from the shackles of trauma, codependency, and addiction so they can discover authentic wholeness, connection, resilience, and purpose beyond their pain. I meet you on a deep spiritual level to help you heal in relationship with God, and walk alongside you to face the inescapable burdens that come with this broken world. Let's unveil the renewed self which you are called to be.
(210) 942-9513 View (210) 942-9513
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Karla Glover
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Addressing topics such as coping skills, assertiveness, codependency, healthy relationships, boundaries, problem solving, core values and beliefs, and self-esteem.
Are you tried of feeling like you don’t have any control in life? Are you tired of worrying and anticipating the worse? Sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and other traumatic experiences impact us for a lifetime. The experience often leaves us feeling confused, doubtful, anxious, sad, and worthless. These traumatic experiences can shake the very core of our being, impact our relationships, and make us wonder how to move on and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes these horrible things make us feel lost and stuck in life.
Addressing topics such as coping skills, assertiveness, codependency, healthy relationships, boundaries, problem solving, core values and beliefs, and self-esteem.
Are you tried of feeling like you don’t have any control in life? Are you tired of worrying and anticipating the worse? Sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and other traumatic experiences impact us for a lifetime. The experience often leaves us feeling confused, doubtful, anxious, sad, and worthless. These traumatic experiences can shake the very core of our being, impact our relationships, and make us wonder how to move on and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes these horrible things make us feel lost and stuck in life.
(719) 235-5214 View (719) 235-5214
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Dannie Herrington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80921  (Online Only)
I specialize in childhood trauma, inner-child work, spirituality, codependency, CBT, DBT, shadow work, narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem, setting boundaries, and building effective communication skills.
For most of us, living a life without pain and suffering is the ultimate goal. Oftentimes, we try to change or control everything in our external environment to find peace and happiness within ourselves. We may change jobs, move to a new city, or seek out new relationships – only to find that our pain and suffering still exist. As a result, we feel hopeless or powerless over our lives and may resort to destructive behavioral patterns to cope with our emotions. Over time, we may realize that – no matter where we go, or what we do – we are always left facing ourselves.
I specialize in childhood trauma, inner-child work, spirituality, codependency, CBT, DBT, shadow work, narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem, setting boundaries, and building effective communication skills.
For most of us, living a life without pain and suffering is the ultimate goal. Oftentimes, we try to change or control everything in our external environment to find peace and happiness within ourselves. We may change jobs, move to a new city, or seek out new relationships – only to find that our pain and suffering still exist. As a result, we feel hopeless or powerless over our lives and may resort to destructive behavioral patterns to cope with our emotions. Over time, we may realize that – no matter where we go, or what we do – we are always left facing ourselves.
(719) 625-2383 View (719) 625-2383
Ann L Schiebert
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
For the past 20 years, I have been a successful clinician in the areas of relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, codependency, family of origin issues, substance abuse and couple challenges. Working on change is difficult and I'm here to help facilitate each client to become their authentic self. I am licensed in two states (California and Colorado) and can meet in person or via teletherapy, depending on where you live. With trauma work, however, meeting in person is the only choice I offer.
For the past 20 years, I have been a successful clinician in the areas of relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, codependency, family of origin issues, substance abuse and couple challenges. Working on change is difficult and I'm here to help facilitate each client to become their authentic self. I am licensed in two states (California and Colorado) and can meet in person or via teletherapy, depending on where you live. With trauma work, however, meeting in person is the only choice I offer.
(719) 722-2618 View (719) 722-2618
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Nexus Counseling
Counselor, LPCC, CAS, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80911  (Online Only)
Whether you're experienced in therapy or trying it for the first time, I am open to it all. My focus is on adult clients coming in for trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse, life skills, substance abuse, codependency/relationship issues, and lack of motivation. No two people are the same and I adapt my approach to meet the needs of each client's unique concerns and goals.
Whether you're experienced in therapy or trying it for the first time, I am open to it all. My focus is on adult clients coming in for trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse, life skills, substance abuse, codependency/relationship issues, and lack of motivation. No two people are the same and I adapt my approach to meet the needs of each client's unique concerns and goals.
(719) 497-5894 View (719) 497-5894
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Ariana Gioia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCTP, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
My specialty is in complex trauma, issues for women, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and adjustment difficulties. Many of my clients seek counseling for unresolved trauma and grief that negatively impacts their functioning and relationships, resulting in dysfunction, anxiety, depression, shame, or codependency. I'm dedicated to helping clients heal from past experiences, rebuild self worth, and find happiness and meaning. I care deeply for working with survivors of suicide and those who have lost a loved one to drug overdose. I enjoy working with clients adjusting to the challenges and changes associated with parenthood.
My specialty is in complex trauma, issues for women, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and adjustment difficulties. Many of my clients seek counseling for unresolved trauma and grief that negatively impacts their functioning and relationships, resulting in dysfunction, anxiety, depression, shame, or codependency. I'm dedicated to helping clients heal from past experiences, rebuild self worth, and find happiness and meaning. I care deeply for working with survivors of suicide and those who have lost a loved one to drug overdose. I enjoy working with clients adjusting to the challenges and changes associated with parenthood.
(719) 781-6745 View (719) 781-6745
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Joan Mullens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
For the past 20 years I have treated individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, codependency, life transition difficulties and relationship and parenting issues.
I am an experienced clinician who strongly believes that therapy is a partnership, a collaborative effort that represents the hope that something new can happen in our lives. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for exploring challenges that get in the way of you achieving your goals and making lasting changes in your life. I tailor treatment to each person's personal concerns and individual needs.
For the past 20 years I have treated individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, codependency, life transition difficulties and relationship and parenting issues.
I am an experienced clinician who strongly believes that therapy is a partnership, a collaborative effort that represents the hope that something new can happen in our lives. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for exploring challenges that get in the way of you achieving your goals and making lasting changes in your life. I tailor treatment to each person's personal concerns and individual needs.
(719) 328-1301 View (719) 328-1301
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Ann Colberson Schiebert
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Now offering telephone and online therapy to address trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and support to get you through reactions to the Coronavirus pandemic. Call (510) 917-4001 to book an appointment. I am a licensed clinical psychologist, a certified Brain Spotting therapist and provide Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma survivors. A specialist in addiction, codependency, dual diagnosis as well as an expert in family and marriage counseling and communication. Author of the "Let's Make a Contract" series of books on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and my website. Learn how to re-script your life!
Now offering telephone and online therapy to address trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and support to get you through reactions to the Coronavirus pandemic. Call (510) 917-4001 to book an appointment. I am a licensed clinical psychologist, a certified Brain Spotting therapist and provide Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma survivors. A specialist in addiction, codependency, dual diagnosis as well as an expert in family and marriage counseling and communication. Author of the "Let's Make a Contract" series of books on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and my website. Learn how to re-script your life!
(510) 592-6830 View (510) 592-6830
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Barber Family Counseling & Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
We specialize in a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, addictions, school issues, parenting issues, high-conflict relationships and families, infidelity, conflict resolution, codependency, first responders, military members, men and women's issues.
Barber Family Counseling & Wellness is taking an innovative approach to mental health by recognizing the connection that exists between body and mind, the effects that one can have on the other and the synergy that must exist between the two. Barber Family Counseling & Wellness has established relationships with providers who share in this belief, allowing the group to provide counseling to individuals (2+), couples and families, medication management (ages 12-17, CO only).
We specialize in a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, addictions, school issues, parenting issues, high-conflict relationships and families, infidelity, conflict resolution, codependency, first responders, military members, men and women's issues.
Barber Family Counseling & Wellness is taking an innovative approach to mental health by recognizing the connection that exists between body and mind, the effects that one can have on the other and the synergy that must exist between the two. Barber Family Counseling & Wellness has established relationships with providers who share in this belief, allowing the group to provide counseling to individuals (2+), couples and families, medication management (ages 12-17, CO only).
(719) 581-8447 View (719) 581-8447
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Kristianne L Goff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
If you are struggling (relationally, socially, emotionally, or vocationally) and need to know that you are OK, you are not alone. You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, codependency, ADHD, or relationship issues that keep you from the life you want to live. You may be seeking understanding, validation, and permission to care for yourself. Thinking traps like "I shouldn't feel this way" are common and treatable. Sometimes it takes an outsider to help us recognize thinking patterns that block freedom. My goal is to empower people to make changes needed for a balanced, healthy life.
If you are struggling (relationally, socially, emotionally, or vocationally) and need to know that you are OK, you are not alone. You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, codependency, ADHD, or relationship issues that keep you from the life you want to live. You may be seeking understanding, validation, and permission to care for yourself. Thinking traps like "I shouldn't feel this way" are common and treatable. Sometimes it takes an outsider to help us recognize thinking patterns that block freedom. My goal is to empower people to make changes needed for a balanced, healthy life.
(719) 398-7418 View (719) 398-7418
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Works of Heart Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I work with codependency, relationships, and trauma.
Difficult relationships are something that almost everyone has to deal with at some point in their lives. However, it is how a person deals with that relationship that counts. I help individuals learn how to manage relationship issues in a healthy manner, and try to help them recognize and stop destructive patterns. I do this by helping my clients identify the core of their relationship issues. Many people have not yet healed from childhood wounds and traumas, and these things are causing them to be attracted to difficult people or even causing them to sabotage their own otherwise good relationships.
I work with codependency, relationships, and trauma.
Difficult relationships are something that almost everyone has to deal with at some point in their lives. However, it is how a person deals with that relationship that counts. I help individuals learn how to manage relationship issues in a healthy manner, and try to help them recognize and stop destructive patterns. I do this by helping my clients identify the core of their relationship issues. Many people have not yet healed from childhood wounds and traumas, and these things are causing them to be attracted to difficult people or even causing them to sabotage their own otherwise good relationships.
(719) 323-6520 View (719) 323-6520
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Julie Beam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAS
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I have worked as an addiction counselor and mental health counselor for over 33 years. I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, parenting struggles, codependency, behavioral problems, grief and loss, PTSD. My goal is to find out what works best for you, to explore solutions and to provide tools and strategies to make lasting changes. I provide education, explore feelings and provide alternatives to the destructive patterns that sometimes develop in our lives.
I have worked as an addiction counselor and mental health counselor for over 33 years. I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, parenting struggles, codependency, behavioral problems, grief and loss, PTSD. My goal is to find out what works best for you, to explore solutions and to provide tools and strategies to make lasting changes. I provide education, explore feelings and provide alternatives to the destructive patterns that sometimes develop in our lives.
(303) 801-8477 View (303) 801-8477
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Charla Harvey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
Growth seekers, counselors (especially counselors in training), and those with loud inner critics are all good fits for my style. Some of my focus areas include adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, transitions, boundaries, body image, family relationships, attachment, codependency, and relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and also love to work with folks from those communities. If you’re ready to grow, I’m ready to support you along the way.
Growth seekers, counselors (especially counselors in training), and those with loud inner critics are all good fits for my style. Some of my focus areas include adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, transitions, boundaries, body image, family relationships, attachment, codependency, and relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and also love to work with folks from those communities. If you’re ready to grow, I’m ready to support you along the way.
(720) 802-6446 View (720) 802-6446

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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.