Codependency Therapists in McKinney, TX

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Joseph Dustin Cobb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I received my Masters from University of Texas at Arlington in 2012. I have extensive experience and training in medical social work, dual diagnosis, and depressive disorders. I work with clients on a diverse spectrum of topics: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life stages, attachment and codependency, alcoholism, substance abuse, individuals living with disabilities, LGBT, gender dysphoria, and caregivers of people suffering from mental illness.
I received my Masters from University of Texas at Arlington in 2012. I have extensive experience and training in medical social work, dual diagnosis, and depressive disorders. I work with clients on a diverse spectrum of topics: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life stages, attachment and codependency, alcoholism, substance abuse, individuals living with disabilities, LGBT, gender dysphoria, and caregivers of people suffering from mental illness.
(972) 449-5137 View (972) 449-5137
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Ingela Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, SRT, CCPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75072
Are you seeking a guiding light on your journey to healing from trauma, infidelity or an addiction related fracture in your relationship? As an APSATS, EMDR and ART trained therapist, I specialize in providing compassionate and educational support to individuals and couples navigating the complex terrain of betrayal trauma. I also provide counseling to individuals and couples facing intimacy anorexia, family of origin wounds, depression, codependency, emotional deprivation, narcissistic abuse and addiction recovery.
Are you seeking a guiding light on your journey to healing from trauma, infidelity or an addiction related fracture in your relationship? As an APSATS, EMDR and ART trained therapist, I specialize in providing compassionate and educational support to individuals and couples navigating the complex terrain of betrayal trauma. I also provide counseling to individuals and couples facing intimacy anorexia, family of origin wounds, depression, codependency, emotional deprivation, narcissistic abuse and addiction recovery.
(214) 666-8665 View (214) 666-8665
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Remmy Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Heidi Johanson, LPC-S. I am a trauma-informed therapist who works with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, abandonment, codependency, childhood issues including abuse/neglect, family of origin issues, life transitions, PTSD, and relationship issues. I am also passionate about helping clients recover from narcissistic abuse. As a therapist, I collaborate with you on goals for treatment and give you autonomy in your healing process. I believe the therapeutic relationship provides healing for attachment wounds and other various forms of trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Heidi Johanson, LPC-S. I am a trauma-informed therapist who works with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, abandonment, codependency, childhood issues including abuse/neglect, family of origin issues, life transitions, PTSD, and relationship issues. I am also passionate about helping clients recover from narcissistic abuse. As a therapist, I collaborate with you on goals for treatment and give you autonomy in your healing process. I believe the therapeutic relationship provides healing for attachment wounds and other various forms of trauma.
(469) 966-7902 View (469) 966-7902
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Judy Rayburn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
I work with a variety of issues that include: relationship issues, recovery after infidelity, parenting, stress management, women's issues, spiritual concerns, burnout, anxiety, panic attacks, abuse/trauma recovery, ADHD, codependency, depression, divorce recovery, grief/loss, life transitions, and learning to communicate more effectively.
Life is all about relationships and how we respond to our environment. I love helping people have better relationships, whether it's with your spouse, children, friends, relatives, or co-workers. I find that when we have good relationships in our life, we are able to better deal with life's stressors and life is much more meaningful. You may be a high functioning person, but a few relationship helps can go a long way to a more fulfilling life. Maybe right now you are not high functioning and need a major overhaul. We will sort that out together.
I work with a variety of issues that include: relationship issues, recovery after infidelity, parenting, stress management, women's issues, spiritual concerns, burnout, anxiety, panic attacks, abuse/trauma recovery, ADHD, codependency, depression, divorce recovery, grief/loss, life transitions, and learning to communicate more effectively.
Life is all about relationships and how we respond to our environment. I love helping people have better relationships, whether it's with your spouse, children, friends, relatives, or co-workers. I find that when we have good relationships in our life, we are able to better deal with life's stressors and life is much more meaningful. You may be a high functioning person, but a few relationship helps can go a long way to a more fulfilling life. Maybe right now you are not high functioning and need a major overhaul. We will sort that out together.
(214) 666-5284 View (214) 666-5284
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Lauren Gastorf
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Some of the presenting issues I treat include anxiety, codependency, nervous system dysregulation, and issues related to abuse, communication, and body image.
Whether you're seeking to know yourself on a deeper level, healing from trauma, or experiencing a difficult transition, counseling is an incredible source of support. I believe in a collaborative, compassionate, holistic approach to help you feel your best and live your best life.
Some of the presenting issues I treat include anxiety, codependency, nervous system dysregulation, and issues related to abuse, communication, and body image.
Whether you're seeking to know yourself on a deeper level, healing from trauma, or experiencing a difficult transition, counseling is an incredible source of support. I believe in a collaborative, compassionate, holistic approach to help you feel your best and live your best life.
(972) 347-0782 View (972) 347-0782
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Noelle Bevelhymer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I have over 17 years of experience working with PTSD, loss and grief, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, substance abuse, family conflict/family of origin issues, ACOA and codependency.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you. My role in therapy is to be with you, to share in your experience and to help you achieve your own resolution and inner peace. Our relationship is built on trust, compassion and understanding all of which are the foundation in developing a successful treatment outcome.
I have over 17 years of experience working with PTSD, loss and grief, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, substance abuse, family conflict/family of origin issues, ACOA and codependency.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you. My role in therapy is to be with you, to share in your experience and to help you achieve your own resolution and inner peace. Our relationship is built on trust, compassion and understanding all of which are the foundation in developing a successful treatment outcome.
(972) 694-1857 View (972) 694-1857
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Dr. Christian A. Henry
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75069
Waitlist for new clients
Along my journey, I have obtained experience by working with geriatrics, adults, adolescents, codependency, anger, grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, trauma, social justice issues, drug/alcohol use, and identity issues.
Hello and a warm virtual welcome! I will like to invite you to a transparent and empathetic safe place that is centered around YOU. A place where there is no right or wrong answer, but one expectation: just BE. Mental Health can be a topic that is very intimidating to discuss with others, but I like to think of mental health as a tune up on your car - you can drive your car for many miles, but eventually you will need adjustments. Like a car, our mind can run, overwork, and eventually break down. However, the good news is that you have an opportunity to get a mental health tune up and make sure your car is running smoothly.
Along my journey, I have obtained experience by working with geriatrics, adults, adolescents, codependency, anger, grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, trauma, social justice issues, drug/alcohol use, and identity issues.
Hello and a warm virtual welcome! I will like to invite you to a transparent and empathetic safe place that is centered around YOU. A place where there is no right or wrong answer, but one expectation: just BE. Mental Health can be a topic that is very intimidating to discuss with others, but I like to think of mental health as a tune up on your car - you can drive your car for many miles, but eventually you will need adjustments. Like a car, our mind can run, overwork, and eventually break down. However, the good news is that you have an opportunity to get a mental health tune up and make sure your car is running smoothly.
(903) 270-3784 View (903) 270-3784
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JoDana M. Varilek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSSW, LCWS
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I am here to partner with you (children, adolescents, family and adults) whom have experienced trauma, grief & loss, abuse, depression, codependency, anxiety, learning difficulties and more.
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “You must be the Change you wish to see in the World".
I am here to partner with you (children, adolescents, family and adults) whom have experienced trauma, grief & loss, abuse, depression, codependency, anxiety, learning difficulties and more.
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “You must be the Change you wish to see in the World".
(469) 281-6322 View (469) 281-6322
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Barbara Crump
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75071
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and LMFT in Texas. You and I will work together to uncover your story, understand how you got to where you are, explore options, and make new choices to create new healthy patterns. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, psychosis, adjustment disorders, panic disorder, social anxiety, substance abuse and dependence, anger issues, trauma recovery, boundaries, codependency, self-worth issues, shame, and grief. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which is highly effective in healing PTSD, trauma, and other related issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and LMFT in Texas. You and I will work together to uncover your story, understand how you got to where you are, explore options, and make new choices to create new healthy patterns. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, psychosis, adjustment disorders, panic disorder, social anxiety, substance abuse and dependence, anger issues, trauma recovery, boundaries, codependency, self-worth issues, shame, and grief. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which is highly effective in healing PTSD, trauma, and other related issues.
(469) 656-7367 View (469) 656-7367
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Brandy Porche
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
(469) 436-9298 View (469) 436-9298
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Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072  (Online Only)
Accepting clients Apr 2024. I help couples work their way through crisis events by helping them find their feet amist the chaos. My role is to help couples have difficult conversations. With my background is in probation/parole therapy, I bring strong elements of fairness, repair, and rehabilitation to couples who have faced injuries. Some topics I have strong experience in are: infidelity, bisexuality, addiction, codependency, anger management, emotional availability, parenting approach, and lack of sexual intimacy.
Accepting clients Apr 2024. I help couples work their way through crisis events by helping them find their feet amist the chaos. My role is to help couples have difficult conversations. With my background is in probation/parole therapy, I bring strong elements of fairness, repair, and rehabilitation to couples who have faced injuries. Some topics I have strong experience in are: infidelity, bisexuality, addiction, codependency, anger management, emotional availability, parenting approach, and lack of sexual intimacy.
(469) 472-5167 View (469) 472-5167
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Matt McKinney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
As a LPC, my job is to help you navigate: coping skills, premarital/ marriage counseling, communication, conflict resolution, divorce recovery, family conflict, identity, self-worth development, infidelity, life transitions, anger management, anxiety and fear, grief and loss, depression, personal growth, codependency, and pre-teens/teenagers.
My goal is to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to see how to best help in their time of need. I work hard to help provide hope to those who are hurting, and believe the only way to experience true change, is for God, to ultimately change a person's heart.
As a LPC, my job is to help you navigate: coping skills, premarital/ marriage counseling, communication, conflict resolution, divorce recovery, family conflict, identity, self-worth development, infidelity, life transitions, anger management, anxiety and fear, grief and loss, depression, personal growth, codependency, and pre-teens/teenagers.
My goal is to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to see how to best help in their time of need. I work hard to help provide hope to those who are hurting, and believe the only way to experience true change, is for God, to ultimately change a person's heart.
(972) 351-8547 View (972) 351-8547
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Dallas Counseling and Treatment Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
I am trained to treat adults, teens, and children as young as 3 years old. I specialize in sexual, emotional, and psychological trauma, PTSD, family violence survivors, anxiety, depression, life transitions, codependency, and self-esteem. In my work with teens and children, I specialize in addressing behavioral issues, improving parenting skills and parent-child relationships, ADHD, family conflict, self-harm, self-esteem, and coping skills.
I am trained to treat adults, teens, and children as young as 3 years old. I specialize in sexual, emotional, and psychological trauma, PTSD, family violence survivors, anxiety, depression, life transitions, codependency, and self-esteem. In my work with teens and children, I specialize in addressing behavioral issues, improving parenting skills and parent-child relationships, ADHD, family conflict, self-harm, self-esteem, and coping skills.
(972) 865-8782 View (972) 865-8782
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Carol Pavlik
Licensed Professional Counselor, Carol Pavlik, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I specialize in issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, divorce & relationship recovery, rebuilding after trauma, coping with an addicted partner, codependency, life transitions, motivation, occupational issues, life & executive coaching, family of origin issues, and Christian counseling.
My goal in counseling is to encourage and motivate my clients as we work together through the process of healing. I help clients work through life's challenges, establish and accomplish their goals, and ultimately change their lives in more healthy and positive ways.
I specialize in issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, divorce & relationship recovery, rebuilding after trauma, coping with an addicted partner, codependency, life transitions, motivation, occupational issues, life & executive coaching, family of origin issues, and Christian counseling.
My goal in counseling is to encourage and motivate my clients as we work together through the process of healing. I help clients work through life's challenges, establish and accomplish their goals, and ultimately change their lives in more healthy and positive ways.
(972) 471-9134 View (972) 471-9134
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Elizabeth Boudreau Boyer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Feeling stuck? You know something that happened in the past is affecting you, but you aren’t sure what to do about it. You’ve tried figuring things out and moving forward on your own. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before, sorted through things with your friends, or read self-help books. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or on-edge and you suspect - or know - that it’s related to something that happened in your past. Are you ready for things to change?
Feeling stuck? You know something that happened in the past is affecting you, but you aren’t sure what to do about it. You’ve tried figuring things out and moving forward on your own. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before, sorted through things with your friends, or read self-help books. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or on-edge and you suspect - or know - that it’s related to something that happened in your past. Are you ready for things to change?
(214) 544-9739 View (214) 544-9739
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Kim Carson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MEd, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
My therapeutic philosophy involves utilizing a holistic approach incorporating Gestalt and Adlerian therapies. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in athletes, children, adolescents, and young adults, I frequently work with clients experiencing issues related to poor sport or school performance, life changes during adolescence, life transitioning from college to career, parenting issues, sibling relationships, and divorce family transitioning. Topical issues may include low self-esteem , ADHD, transitioning from athletic identity, peer relationships, anger management, self-mutilation, eating disorders, and self-empowerment. A fundamental element in my approach is establishing the therapeutic relationship through rapport and building trust between the client and the therapist.
My therapeutic philosophy involves utilizing a holistic approach incorporating Gestalt and Adlerian therapies. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in athletes, children, adolescents, and young adults, I frequently work with clients experiencing issues related to poor sport or school performance, life changes during adolescence, life transitioning from college to career, parenting issues, sibling relationships, and divorce family transitioning. Topical issues may include low self-esteem , ADHD, transitioning from athletic identity, peer relationships, anger management, self-mutilation, eating disorders, and self-empowerment. A fundamental element in my approach is establishing the therapeutic relationship through rapport and building trust between the client and the therapist.
(972) 347-4096 View (972) 347-4096
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Tamolyn 'tammy' Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Hello my name is Tamolyn “Tammy” Williams, MA, LPC, NCC with Start Your Growth Counseling. My passion is to empower every client with the skills and mindset in order to overcome challenges presented in everyday life struggles. My goal with each client is to focus on building a healthy sense of self-esteem through my modality of counseling. I believe that it is imperative to encourage adults and adolescents to live in a way that brings individual inner peace and joy. I am known for a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling. I look forward to going on this journey to empower and healing with you!
Hello my name is Tamolyn “Tammy” Williams, MA, LPC, NCC with Start Your Growth Counseling. My passion is to empower every client with the skills and mindset in order to overcome challenges presented in everyday life struggles. My goal with each client is to focus on building a healthy sense of self-esteem through my modality of counseling. I believe that it is imperative to encourage adults and adolescents to live in a way that brings individual inner peace and joy. I am known for a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling. I look forward to going on this journey to empower and healing with you!
(972) 737-1127 View (972) 737-1127
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Julie Tillerson - JourneyLife Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
Hello! Are you feeling stuck, experiencing painful or challenging life changes, facing deep wounds or traumatic experiences, finding yourself in repeated relationship or experience cycles or need help processing and figuring out next steps? While you cannot change the past, if you are ready to work through the healing process, you can experience wholeness and freedom on the other side through managing and reducing anxiety and depression, developing healthy identity, gaining freedom from hurtful relationships and thinking patterns, healing from trauma and developing positive self-worth.
Hello! Are you feeling stuck, experiencing painful or challenging life changes, facing deep wounds or traumatic experiences, finding yourself in repeated relationship or experience cycles or need help processing and figuring out next steps? While you cannot change the past, if you are ready to work through the healing process, you can experience wholeness and freedom on the other side through managing and reducing anxiety and depression, developing healthy identity, gaining freedom from hurtful relationships and thinking patterns, healing from trauma and developing positive self-worth.
(972) 645-2104 View (972) 645-2104
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Sarahbeth Holman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I am a professional counselor offering in person and tele-therapy. I am licensed to work in Texas and Colorado. If you are in Colorado and want to work with me via tele-therapy please reach out. If you are in the midst of struggle, counseling can help. Change is possible and I am here to support you every step of the way. If you find yourself dealing with anxiety, depression or overwhelm, and can no longer cope alone please reach out. Don't suffer alone! I work with children, adolescents and adults to to support them as they find their way to peace.
I am a professional counselor offering in person and tele-therapy. I am licensed to work in Texas and Colorado. If you are in Colorado and want to work with me via tele-therapy please reach out. If you are in the midst of struggle, counseling can help. Change is possible and I am here to support you every step of the way. If you find yourself dealing with anxiety, depression or overwhelm, and can no longer cope alone please reach out. Don't suffer alone! I work with children, adolescents and adults to to support them as they find their way to peace.
(469) 425-7014 View (469) 425-7014
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Audrey Hardin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
I approach the therapeutic process as a blueprint for growth which integrates the whole person. To "live your best life" you must become aware of and nurture development in all four parts of yourself: Physical, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual. My goal is to foster holistic growth and help empower you by using a collaborative, evidence-based approach, along with neuroscience and practical techniques that produce real change. I believe that with a commitment to growth people can change and therefore, their world can change.
I approach the therapeutic process as a blueprint for growth which integrates the whole person. To "live your best life" you must become aware of and nurture development in all four parts of yourself: Physical, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual. My goal is to foster holistic growth and help empower you by using a collaborative, evidence-based approach, along with neuroscience and practical techniques that produce real change. I believe that with a commitment to growth people can change and therefore, their world can change.
(214) 531-3120 View (214) 531-3120
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.