Codependency Therapists in Colorado

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Sondra Sabourin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129  (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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Kevin Barr - New Tree Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80202  (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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Rebecca Hickman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
Waitlist for new clients
Being in personal codependency recovery, I am passionate about helping others to recover from abuse, have compassion for the self, and trust in life again.
By the time most people seek help, they’ve been operating from a place of their own core wounding, hurting themselves and others in the process. All of our behaviors serve a purpose to meet our needs, even if they are harmful to others and ourselves. I work with clients who have experienced trauma around relationships, have attachment issues, codependency, anxiety, depression, and survivors of abuse. Many people do not recognize unresolved grief, and the need to address it to heal current relationships. My expertise is in working with losses which may go back to early childhood, or recent losses that need to be grieved.
Being in personal codependency recovery, I am passionate about helping others to recover from abuse, have compassion for the self, and trust in life again.
By the time most people seek help, they’ve been operating from a place of their own core wounding, hurting themselves and others in the process. All of our behaviors serve a purpose to meet our needs, even if they are harmful to others and ourselves. I work with clients who have experienced trauma around relationships, have attachment issues, codependency, anxiety, depression, and survivors of abuse. Many people do not recognize unresolved grief, and the need to address it to heal current relationships. My expertise is in working with losses which may go back to early childhood, or recent losses that need to be grieved.
(720) 575-5316 View (720) 575-5316
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Amy Maxwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAT, ATR-BC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and Complex PTSD, especially those who feel emotionally overwhelmed, have difficulty setting boundaries, feel disconnected from themselves, and struggle with rescuing/fixing others at their expense. I have a passion for working with those struggling with codependency and perfectionism, including patterns of self-abandonment, avoidance, low self-esteem, denial, control, and compliance in relationships. I assist in existential exploration of purpose, meaning, values and identity. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and actively work towards fostering an anti-oppressive lens.
I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and Complex PTSD, especially those who feel emotionally overwhelmed, have difficulty setting boundaries, feel disconnected from themselves, and struggle with rescuing/fixing others at their expense. I have a passion for working with those struggling with codependency and perfectionism, including patterns of self-abandonment, avoidance, low self-esteem, denial, control, and compliance in relationships. I assist in existential exploration of purpose, meaning, values and identity. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and actively work towards fostering an anti-oppressive lens.
(720) 702-8295 View (720) 702-8295
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Youth and Family Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80220
My specialization is supporting adults and children with executive functioning issues, dealing with codependency, neurological and mental health issues, family conflict and chronic pain.
I strive to serve and empower the social needs of youth, and adults struggling with systemic pressures treating the whole body and utilizing trauma and neuroscience based interventions.
My specialization is supporting adults and children with executive functioning issues, dealing with codependency, neurological and mental health issues, family conflict and chronic pain.
I strive to serve and empower the social needs of youth, and adults struggling with systemic pressures treating the whole body and utilizing trauma and neuroscience based interventions.
(773) 432-7015 View (773) 432-7015
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Kimberly Elaine Garrison
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226
My ideal clients are individuals striving to live a more authentic life and connect with who they truly are to meet their greatest potential. Some of their concerns may have to do with codependency, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, effective communication and life transitions. My style is compassionate yet challenging to get you where you want to be.
My ideal clients are individuals striving to live a more authentic life and connect with who they truly are to meet their greatest potential. Some of their concerns may have to do with codependency, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, effective communication and life transitions. My style is compassionate yet challenging to get you where you want to be.
(720) 712-1397 View (720) 712-1397
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Jan Rosko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
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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Lucy Schulz
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
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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Lexz Hustace-Candea
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
I work collaboratively with people facing various life transitions, challenges, relationship issues, and feeling disconnected from what matters most in life. My areas of focus are trauma, codependency, and anxiety (including OCD and generalized worries). I have experience working with highly sensitive, twice exceptional, and high-masking neurodiverse adults (including ADHD and Autism). I provide a safe, supportive, and empowering environment to foster self-exploration and growth. I'm committed to helping you achieve a healthy lifestyle, improve your relationships, take control over your moods, and reach your goals.
I work collaboratively with people facing various life transitions, challenges, relationship issues, and feeling disconnected from what matters most in life. My areas of focus are trauma, codependency, and anxiety (including OCD and generalized worries). I have experience working with highly sensitive, twice exceptional, and high-masking neurodiverse adults (including ADHD and Autism). I provide a safe, supportive, and empowering environment to foster self-exploration and growth. I'm committed to helping you achieve a healthy lifestyle, improve your relationships, take control over your moods, and reach your goals.
(720) 790-5008 View (720) 790-5008
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Aware Psychotherapy and Client-Centered Coaching
Registered Psychotherapist, MTS, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203  (Online Only)
If you're affected by stress, anxiety, or issues in interpersonal relationships, I’m here to help. I specialize in compassion-based psychotherapy and coaching and strive to create an open, collaborative, space for my clients. I have extensive experience helping people recover from breakups and divorce and in working with nurturing self-esteem and transforming codependency. I also work with couples to improve communication and enhance intimacy. I'm dedicated to helping people cultivate the self-awarenss and self-care that leads to a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life.
If you're affected by stress, anxiety, or issues in interpersonal relationships, I’m here to help. I specialize in compassion-based psychotherapy and coaching and strive to create an open, collaborative, space for my clients. I have extensive experience helping people recover from breakups and divorce and in working with nurturing self-esteem and transforming codependency. I also work with couples to improve communication and enhance intimacy. I'm dedicated to helping people cultivate the self-awarenss and self-care that leads to a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life.
(720) 687-3892 View (720) 687-3892
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Sofia Gentry at Mindful Indigo, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I specialize in treating clients with trauma, complex trauma, anxiety, attachment issues and codependency.
If you feel disconnected from yourself and others, or find it difficult to live each moment fully, you may be carrying unresolved trauma. You are worthy of feeling whole and I'm here to support you in reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we can develop an inner protector for your wounded inner child. This looks like developing a practice of self-compassion, boosting mindfulness, embracing vulnerability and imperfection, responding to challenging emotions, healing attachment wounds, and integrating traumatic experiences. I sincerely believe in our capacity to transform your trauma into post-traumatic growth.
I specialize in treating clients with trauma, complex trauma, anxiety, attachment issues and codependency.
If you feel disconnected from yourself and others, or find it difficult to live each moment fully, you may be carrying unresolved trauma. You are worthy of feeling whole and I'm here to support you in reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we can develop an inner protector for your wounded inner child. This looks like developing a practice of self-compassion, boosting mindfulness, embracing vulnerability and imperfection, responding to challenging emotions, healing attachment wounds, and integrating traumatic experiences. I sincerely believe in our capacity to transform your trauma into post-traumatic growth.
(970) 676-2414 View (970) 676-2414
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Katie Quick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80204  (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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Nicole Williams, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Broomfield, CO 80023  (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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Kimberly Garrison
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226
My expertise is in codependency recovery and relationship issues.
I love hearing people's stories, diving into understanding the reasons behind their behaviors and helping them to make meaningful change in their lives. So many of us struggle to live according to our values and hold ourselves back from pursuing out best self and I am here to help you along that growth journey. I have a passion for helping people overcome past trauma, confront and change relational issues and grow more fully into their authentic selves. My favorite people to work with are those that are insightful, motivated and willing to put in the work to achieve their goals.
My expertise is in codependency recovery and relationship issues.
I love hearing people's stories, diving into understanding the reasons behind their behaviors and helping them to make meaningful change in their lives. So many of us struggle to live according to our values and hold ourselves back from pursuing out best self and I am here to help you along that growth journey. I have a passion for helping people overcome past trauma, confront and change relational issues and grow more fully into their authentic selves. My favorite people to work with are those that are insightful, motivated and willing to put in the work to achieve their goals.
(303) 622-5335 View (303) 622-5335
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Tricia Noelle Fadness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Tricia bases her work in Pia Mellody's approach with relationships and codependency. She is experienced with individuals who are experiencing distress and shame because of addiction, codependency, and difficult relationships. Tricia is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. She has learned through her own experiences how important it is to have someone hear clients' stories as they navigate how to effectively address personal life challenges. Tricia works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Tricia bases her work in Pia Mellody's approach with relationships and codependency. She is experienced with individuals who are experiencing distress and shame because of addiction, codependency, and difficult relationships. Tricia is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. She has learned through her own experiences how important it is to have someone hear clients' stories as they navigate how to effectively address personal life challenges. Tricia works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
(970) 323-2496 View (970) 323-2496
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Sydney J. Soucek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80127
The focus of my practice is on issues related to substance use, codependency, anxiety, depression and general self-esteem.
Everyone wants to feel seen, heard and understood. We all have stress and experience challenging situations. We also have the capacity to overcome these challenges and reduce that stress. I believe a therapeutic relationship is built on trust and understanding. I use aspects of mindfulness, CBT and DBT to meet my clients where they are at. I like to provide a therapeutic environment that encompasses empathy, growth and encouragement. The power to change your life starts with you.
The focus of my practice is on issues related to substance use, codependency, anxiety, depression and general self-esteem.
Everyone wants to feel seen, heard and understood. We all have stress and experience challenging situations. We also have the capacity to overcome these challenges and reduce that stress. I believe a therapeutic relationship is built on trust and understanding. I use aspects of mindfulness, CBT and DBT to meet my clients where they are at. I like to provide a therapeutic environment that encompasses empathy, growth and encouragement. The power to change your life starts with you.
(720) 619-4429 View (720) 619-4429
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Karen Wise
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
I've been helping individuals and couples for 30 years to improve relationships, deal with challenges, heal from trauma and abuse, eliminate self-destructive behaviors, overcome codependency and addiction, and to feel more secure.
I help clients see that change and growth are an inside job. When people feel unhappy they often look to other people, career, money and substances to make them feel better. This doesn't work long-term and only creates dependencies that harm them. For many, struggles are rooted in childhood experiences with less than ideal parenting and attachment patterns. Helping my clients to resolve and move past family of origin wounds, identify and eliminate destructive beliefs from their childhood and the behavior created from these beliefs, allows clients the ability to embrace their own lives and opens the door into joy & personal freedom.
I've been helping individuals and couples for 30 years to improve relationships, deal with challenges, heal from trauma and abuse, eliminate self-destructive behaviors, overcome codependency and addiction, and to feel more secure.
I help clients see that change and growth are an inside job. When people feel unhappy they often look to other people, career, money and substances to make them feel better. This doesn't work long-term and only creates dependencies that harm them. For many, struggles are rooted in childhood experiences with less than ideal parenting and attachment patterns. Helping my clients to resolve and move past family of origin wounds, identify and eliminate destructive beliefs from their childhood and the behavior created from these beliefs, allows clients the ability to embrace their own lives and opens the door into joy & personal freedom.
(720) 439-9774 View (720) 439-9774
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Stephanie Mora DeRosby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with people who are facing addiction, codependency, and relationship difficulties.
I have been trained by Pia Mellody at the Meadows. I have over 3 decades of experience with individuals who are experiencing distress and shame because of addiction, codependency, and difficult relationships. I work to individualize the treatment according to your goals and what you want from therapy. I work to help understand and respect your world view and what might be getting in the way of your change. I have learned over the years to hear the stories of my clients and to work to understand them and the difficulty they are facing.
I specialize in working with people who are facing addiction, codependency, and relationship difficulties.
I have been trained by Pia Mellody at the Meadows. I have over 3 decades of experience with individuals who are experiencing distress and shame because of addiction, codependency, and difficult relationships. I work to individualize the treatment according to your goals and what you want from therapy. I work to help understand and respect your world view and what might be getting in the way of your change. I have learned over the years to hear the stories of my clients and to work to understand them and the difficulty they are facing.
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Lauren Nicole Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80128
I specialize in anxiety and depression, relationships, codependency, chronic pain and fatigue, autoimmune issues, and the effects of being raised by or in a partnership with someone with a personality disorder.
My work with clients is based on the value of relationships and building resiliency. My first priority as a clinician is to help clients feel safe so they can do the work that leads to meaningful, long-term change. I use a compassionate and collaborative approach to facilitate curiosity rather than judgment. It is not my goal to change my clients; My hope is to help them shift their relationships with themselves in order to feel less shame, more power, and have more meaningful connections with others. It is my job to “hold the space,” so my clients can explore who they are, how they feel, and what they need.
I specialize in anxiety and depression, relationships, codependency, chronic pain and fatigue, autoimmune issues, and the effects of being raised by or in a partnership with someone with a personality disorder.
My work with clients is based on the value of relationships and building resiliency. My first priority as a clinician is to help clients feel safe so they can do the work that leads to meaningful, long-term change. I use a compassionate and collaborative approach to facilitate curiosity rather than judgment. It is not my goal to change my clients; My hope is to help them shift their relationships with themselves in order to feel less shame, more power, and have more meaningful connections with others. It is my job to “hold the space,” so my clients can explore who they are, how they feel, and what they need.
(720) 702-1418 View (720) 702-1418
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Brooke R Tangen Huus
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Over the last 13 plus years I have specialized in treating clients struggling with substance use and trauma. I have spent the majority of my career working in treatment facilities that address substance use whether they were residential, extended care or outpatient and I enjoy working with those who report concerns related to their use of a substance(s) and report other "underlying concerns" such as a history of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, etc. I've been trained in EMDR and spent several years working with young adults, women, and even professionals. Codependency and family work is also an area of expertise of mine.
Over the last 13 plus years I have specialized in treating clients struggling with substance use and trauma. I have spent the majority of my career working in treatment facilities that address substance use whether they were residential, extended care or outpatient and I enjoy working with those who report concerns related to their use of a substance(s) and report other "underlying concerns" such as a history of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, etc. I've been trained in EMDR and spent several years working with young adults, women, and even professionals. Codependency and family work is also an area of expertise of mine.
(720) 571-4623 View (720) 571-4623
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.