Codependency Therapists in Custer County, SD
People ask me how I am able to listen to people's problems all day without going crazy and getting depressed myself. The fact is, if that was all that there was to it -listening to people's problems - I probably would go crazy. The great joy in my work, and the satisfaction, is in seeing people get better. This desire keeps me on the learners edge, and it is my passion. I am a capable guide who will respect your individuality and choices along the way while providing you a sureness of foot that only experience can provide.
People ask me how I am able to listen to people's problems all day without going crazy and getting depressed myself. The fact is, if that was all that there was to it -listening to people's problems - I probably would go crazy. The great joy in my work, and the satisfaction, is in seeing people get better. This desire keeps me on the learners edge, and it is my passion. I am a capable guide who will respect your individuality and choices along the way while providing you a sureness of foot that only experience can provide.
Lesley Anne Dzintars
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, QMHP, CBP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you being the best version of yourself? Does life seem to flow with ease? Do you feel joyful? Therapy is a tool that can move you toward this state of being and way of living. Much of what we observe and experience in today's world may be chaotic, stressful and perhaps painful. How can we be "in the world" but not "of the world?" How can we be our best selves regardless of what surrounds us? Thinking patterns and unconscious habits are often barriers to living fully. How can we learn to transcend and live a life of hope and love.
Are you being the best version of yourself? Does life seem to flow with ease? Do you feel joyful? Therapy is a tool that can move you toward this state of being and way of living. Much of what we observe and experience in today's world may be chaotic, stressful and perhaps painful. How can we be "in the world" but not "of the world?" How can we be our best selves regardless of what surrounds us? Thinking patterns and unconscious habits are often barriers to living fully. How can we learn to transcend and live a life of hope and love.
Online Therapists
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families heal from trauma, codependency, financial patterns, and rebuild trust to create meaningful change.
You feel stuck—dissatisfied, anxious, or lonely. Life’s challenges, like trauma, infidelity, depression, loneliness or grief, have left you overwhelmed and disconnected from your emotional truths. Denying these truths might feel safer, but it only deepens the struggle. You want to feel peace, rebuild trust in yourself and others, and find joy again. By reconnecting with your true emotions, you can uncover meaning, strengthen relationships, and create a life filled with purpose and authenticity. The journey starts with valuing yourself enough to take that first step.
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families heal from trauma, codependency, financial patterns, and rebuild trust to create meaningful change.
You feel stuck—dissatisfied, anxious, or lonely. Life’s challenges, like trauma, infidelity, depression, loneliness or grief, have left you overwhelmed and disconnected from your emotional truths. Denying these truths might feel safer, but it only deepens the struggle. You want to feel peace, rebuild trust in yourself and others, and find joy again. By reconnecting with your true emotions, you can uncover meaning, strengthen relationships, and create a life filled with purpose and authenticity. The journey starts with valuing yourself enough to take that first step.
I am very comfortable helping people with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress, trauma, codependency, burnout, relationship disappointment, conflict, life transitions, and grief.
Hi. My name is Jen Mayforth and I am a licensed professional counselor who thinks talking through difficult issues, emotional pain, and complicated decisions can be one of the most helpful steps people can take to get through life. Being human is to struggle and I feel passionate about helping people find ways to get through and move toward a better and more rewarding life.
I am very comfortable helping people with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress, trauma, codependency, burnout, relationship disappointment, conflict, life transitions, and grief.
Hi. My name is Jen Mayforth and I am a licensed professional counselor who thinks talking through difficult issues, emotional pain, and complicated decisions can be one of the most helpful steps people can take to get through life. Being human is to struggle and I feel passionate about helping people find ways to get through and move toward a better and more rewarding life.
Melissa Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Rapid City, SD 57701
Offering Telehealth Services in IA and In Person and Telehealth services in SD. Discover Healing and Hope. Are you or a loved one struggling with the weight of past trauma, anxiety, or emotional distress? It's time to take that courageous step towards healing and liberation. Meet Melissa Smith, your trusted partner on the path to recovery and resilience. Melissa partners with clients to create a safe space to process past trauma, discuss life struggles in an open and non-judgmental environment, and to offer hope in the journey of healing.
Offering Telehealth Services in IA and In Person and Telehealth services in SD. Discover Healing and Hope. Are you or a loved one struggling with the weight of past trauma, anxiety, or emotional distress? It's time to take that courageous step towards healing and liberation. Meet Melissa Smith, your trusted partner on the path to recovery and resilience. Melissa partners with clients to create a safe space to process past trauma, discuss life struggles in an open and non-judgmental environment, and to offer hope in the journey of healing.
I offer holistic, client-centered therapy in a warm and welcoming space that is unconditionally accepting of who you are and who you want to become. Utilizing mindfulness and wellness theories, we will slow down to identify and strengthen your innate talents and gifts as well as learn new tools to help you thrive. In our relationship we will work together to help you grow and become more confident, framing our conversations in thoughtful reflection, healing and growth. I strive to empower you as we walk towards a life of acceptance, balance, and joy.
I offer holistic, client-centered therapy in a warm and welcoming space that is unconditionally accepting of who you are and who you want to become. Utilizing mindfulness and wellness theories, we will slow down to identify and strengthen your innate talents and gifts as well as learn new tools to help you thrive. In our relationship we will work together to help you grow and become more confident, framing our conversations in thoughtful reflection, healing and growth. I strive to empower you as we walk towards a life of acceptance, balance, and joy.
As a psychologist/therapist, I want to work with you to gain the tools and strategies to help you move past the area that is of concern. I have been in practice for nearly 20 years, having raised three beautiful daughters and now enjoying 4 grandchildren. I believe that we must find the positive and the good in each day even if it's small to give us the power and motivation to move forward. It is not always easy, but it is definitely worth it. When you are ready to take your first step towards change, I am here to help guide you toward a more productive life. Lets talk and begin a new chapter. You will not be judged, but understood
As a psychologist/therapist, I want to work with you to gain the tools and strategies to help you move past the area that is of concern. I have been in practice for nearly 20 years, having raised three beautiful daughters and now enjoying 4 grandchildren. I believe that we must find the positive and the good in each day even if it's small to give us the power and motivation to move forward. It is not always easy, but it is definitely worth it. When you are ready to take your first step towards change, I am here to help guide you toward a more productive life. Lets talk and begin a new chapter. You will not be judged, but understood
Chelsey Groseclose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
I am currently accepting new clients. I’m so glad you’re here! Settle in, take off your proverbial shoes and make yourself comfortable. Let's take the next step together in reclaiming your joy. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic space for growth. Therapy is a collaborative journey, built on honest connection and mutual effort. I specialize in working with young adults (18+), college students, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those navigating relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation. I integrate holistic wellness practices, emphasizing mind-body health and collaborative treatment care.
I am currently accepting new clients. I’m so glad you’re here! Settle in, take off your proverbial shoes and make yourself comfortable. Let's take the next step together in reclaiming your joy. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic space for growth. Therapy is a collaborative journey, built on honest connection and mutual effort. I specialize in working with young adults (18+), college students, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those navigating relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation. I integrate holistic wellness practices, emphasizing mind-body health and collaborative treatment care.
I am a pre-licensed professional counselor under supervision. I believe clients know themselves best and view my role as a facilitator or collaborator toward client self-understanding, growth, and acceptance. I am passionate about working with clients who are navigating life transitions and stress, coping with grief, processing trauma, are LGBTQIA2S+, or are parents. I strive to create a safe, empathetic space for every client who walks in my door.
I am a pre-licensed professional counselor under supervision. I believe clients know themselves best and view my role as a facilitator or collaborator toward client self-understanding, growth, and acceptance. I am passionate about working with clients who are navigating life transitions and stress, coping with grief, processing trauma, are LGBTQIA2S+, or are parents. I strive to create a safe, empathetic space for every client who walks in my door.
I have an innate desire to help others find relief from psychological distress and look forward to helping pre-martial couples, marriage, family, children, adolescent, and women tell their story, discover growth and healing, and create a life they love. As a previous military spouse, I understand these unique challenges as well. I also have over seven years experience in early childhood education, have a firm grasp on childhood challenges, and look forward to learning more. Furthermore, I have a passion to empower and encourage women of all ages to explore, discover, heal, and grow into the person they desire.
I have an innate desire to help others find relief from psychological distress and look forward to helping pre-martial couples, marriage, family, children, adolescent, and women tell their story, discover growth and healing, and create a life they love. As a previous military spouse, I understand these unique challenges as well. I also have over seven years experience in early childhood education, have a firm grasp on childhood challenges, and look forward to learning more. Furthermore, I have a passion to empower and encourage women of all ages to explore, discover, heal, and grow into the person they desire.
Understood Therapy by Nicole Weron
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCSC, NCC, RPT, QMHP
Verified Verified
Rapid City, SD 57702
Ever feel like you can’t shake your case of feeling like you are not good enough? This persistent feeling comes from trying to be someone you’re not. Constantly striving to be perfect or to fit into everyone else’s expectations depletes you. When you come to therapy, you get to drop the pretensions. You get to be vulnerable and explore the fears and tough feelings that you worry you can’t reveal to the people you love. As you get more comfortable talking and exploring with me about your real wants and needs, you will build the skills that will enable you to show your true self to your family, friends, and colleagues.
Ever feel like you can’t shake your case of feeling like you are not good enough? This persistent feeling comes from trying to be someone you’re not. Constantly striving to be perfect or to fit into everyone else’s expectations depletes you. When you come to therapy, you get to drop the pretensions. You get to be vulnerable and explore the fears and tough feelings that you worry you can’t reveal to the people you love. As you get more comfortable talking and exploring with me about your real wants and needs, you will build the skills that will enable you to show your true self to your family, friends, and colleagues.
Counseling is a compassionate, honest, thoughtful conversation where the client feels deeply heard and understood. Individual meaning and wellness come from the complex web of interactions, relationships, and social processes. In a safe and confidential environment, clients can unburden their stress, pain, and suffering without fear of judgment or criticism. Clients are encouraged to think outside the box to find unique solutions to life’s problems.
Counseling is a compassionate, honest, thoughtful conversation where the client feels deeply heard and understood. Individual meaning and wellness come from the complex web of interactions, relationships, and social processes. In a safe and confidential environment, clients can unburden their stress, pain, and suffering without fear of judgment or criticism. Clients are encouraged to think outside the box to find unique solutions to life’s problems.
Kris Jeakins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-MH, QMHP, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rapid City, SD 57702
Waitlist for new clients
I have provided mental health services for over 12+ years to adults, couples, and 16+ who are struggling with mental health issues. I guide people in their healing of trauma including complex trauma, dissociative issues, depression, anxiety, grief, psychotic spectrum, and personality disorders. I will create a safe space of honesty and empathy. I will guide you to strengthen self-trust and empower yourself to solve issues within all your relationships, inside and outside of therapy. I believe that our minds and bodies are connected through thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
I have provided mental health services for over 12+ years to adults, couples, and 16+ who are struggling with mental health issues. I guide people in their healing of trauma including complex trauma, dissociative issues, depression, anxiety, grief, psychotic spectrum, and personality disorders. I will create a safe space of honesty and empathy. I will guide you to strengthen self-trust and empower yourself to solve issues within all your relationships, inside and outside of therapy. I believe that our minds and bodies are connected through thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
I'm Haley Keizer at Ensō Mental Health, & I am here to offer you a safe space where your thoughts & feelings are heard without judgment. Together, we’ll navigate the complexities you’re facing & unraveling the knots that might feel overwhelming right now. I believe in the power of your story & the strength within you to heal & grow. I graduated from South Dakota State University in December 2024 with my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and joined the staff at Ensō Mental Health in January 2025.
I'm Haley Keizer at Ensō Mental Health, & I am here to offer you a safe space where your thoughts & feelings are heard without judgment. Together, we’ll navigate the complexities you’re facing & unraveling the knots that might feel overwhelming right now. I believe in the power of your story & the strength within you to heal & grow. I graduated from South Dakota State University in December 2024 with my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and joined the staff at Ensō Mental Health in January 2025.
Are you feeling stuck in life? I can help you through compassionate therapy. We can work together to get you going again on your journey with tools to prepare you for life's challenges. I am licensed in South Dakota and Maryland.
Are you feeling stuck in life? I can help you through compassionate therapy. We can work together to get you going again on your journey with tools to prepare you for life's challenges. I am licensed in South Dakota and Maryland.
Hello! My name is Barbara Lefdal and I am a licensed professional counselor with a mental health designation, in South Dakota with 30 years of experience in the field. I specialize in helping clients navigate caregiver stress, anxiety, grief, loss, depression, life transitions, and compassion fatigue.
Hello! My name is Barbara Lefdal and I am a licensed professional counselor with a mental health designation, in South Dakota with 30 years of experience in the field. I specialize in helping clients navigate caregiver stress, anxiety, grief, loss, depression, life transitions, and compassion fatigue.
Enso Mental Health, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, QMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Spearfish, SD 57783
I'm Shannon Howard, at Ensō Mental Health. I am excited to meet you where you are & assist in your journey in whatever way I can. I believe therapy can be an amazing tool in helping create the life that you deserve to have. I employ a wide range of skills, & I truly believe that the foundation of therapy is based on a solid therapeutic relationship. My passion is working with women who have been through trauma & are experiencing difficulty functioning in the present moment.
I'm Shannon Howard, at Ensō Mental Health. I am excited to meet you where you are & assist in your journey in whatever way I can. I believe therapy can be an amazing tool in helping create the life that you deserve to have. I employ a wide range of skills, & I truly believe that the foundation of therapy is based on a solid therapeutic relationship. My passion is working with women who have been through trauma & are experiencing difficulty functioning in the present moment.
Make It Happen Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
Sturgis, SD 57785
I have been a social worker for 30 years. The basis of our profession is to start where the client is. No matter what the issue we can start the process together. I've also said that relating to my clients and establishing a therapeutic relationship is more important than anything else I know. I have a wide range of skills, am approachable and easy to talk with about anything. My passion is working with others who want to improve their life circumstances. I can offer support, guidance and another perspective in what you can control to make the necessary changes. I am strength based and build on what you already have going well.
I have been a social worker for 30 years. The basis of our profession is to start where the client is. No matter what the issue we can start the process together. I've also said that relating to my clients and establishing a therapeutic relationship is more important than anything else I know. I have a wide range of skills, am approachable and easy to talk with about anything. My passion is working with others who want to improve their life circumstances. I can offer support, guidance and another perspective in what you can control to make the necessary changes. I am strength based and build on what you already have going well.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (LPC-MH) in South Dakota and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington. Currently, I am based in South Dakota, where I offer telehealth services to clients aged 15 and older, addressing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (LPC-MH) in South Dakota and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington. Currently, I am based in South Dakota, where I offer telehealth services to clients aged 15 and older, addressing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Jean M Hoem, LPC-MH, QMHP
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
Rapid City, SD 57701
I think of therapy as a compassionate collaboration. Clients and I form a partnership in which we work together to not only change behavior, but to understand why we continue to make the same mistakes. We also develop a "roadmap" to avoid future problems by learning to spot "red flags" that may trigger old behaviors. Learning new coping skills and strengthening old ones are an intregal part of this process.
I think of therapy as a compassionate collaboration. Clients and I form a partnership in which we work together to not only change behavior, but to understand why we continue to make the same mistakes. We also develop a "roadmap" to avoid future problems by learning to spot "red flags" that may trigger old behaviors. Learning new coping skills and strengthening old ones are an intregal part of this process.
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.