Codependency describes relationships where one person sacrifices their needs for the other, often leading to feelings of resentment, anxiety, and emptiness. Codependent relationships can occur between a parent and child, partners, or friends. These relationships may quickly spiral into toxicity and can leave one or both people hurt.
Available Treatment Options
Therapists for codependency involve examining a person’s thinking patterns to understand why they think and behave the way they do. Once this recognition sets in, people can then work toward changing their behavior. Other therapeutic techniques include practicing setting boundaries in the relationships, practicing self-care, and finding coping mechanisms that work when they feel intense emotions related to the relationship.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Codependency
In therapy, I help clients recognize the maladaptive patterns and harmful hidden systems that may be holding them back, and we work together to co-create a happier and healthier way of being in the world. As a professor at Columbia University and the Director of Clinical Training for the counseling psychology PhD program, my research focuses on how negative life experiences impact stress and...
I received my Ph.D. degree in Counseling Psychology in 2010 from the Interamerican University in San Juan, PR., I am also licensed in the state of Texas. For the past 9 years I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual and physical abuse, and domestic violence. I also work with first responders and conduct critical incident stress...
Life can be challenging but it doesn’t have to be exhausting. I offer a safe and non-judgmental environment to help individuals process struggles / concerns and help get a better perspective on life. Having a safe place that provides unconditional, positive regard can help an individual to grow and express their best self. I believe in treating the whole person; not just focusing on detriments ...
**Carolyn is not currently accepting new clients. ** Are you wondering why life is so difficult and stressful? Would you like help with relationship challenges? Are you frustrated about reaching your goals? Are you angry or sad a lot of the time? Are unpleasant memories getting in your way? Does it seem like you're missing something? I can help you develop the skills and insight to be your best...
I became a therapist to aid others in overcoming the hardships they are facing. As human beings, we all stumble on times when it is difficult, and sometimes we can feel misunderstood and lost. I wanted to aid people in finding their path again, while offering support, trust, and safety. I work with young adults and adults who are going through life transitions related to school, work, and...
We all have unique sets of issues across all spans of life, from adolescence to late adulthood. It would be my pleasure to help you navigate the many ages and stages of life when you feel like you simply don't know what to do or cannot go on with the current state of affairs. My focus is to help my clients develop healthy independent coping skills, manage daily stress, identify and restructure...
David's Background: David Sacks is a licensed clinical psychologist and a consultant for athletes and other elite performers. He is a graduate of Stanford University (B.A. English; M.A. Education) and earned his Ph.D. from Florida State University. David completed his psychology internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the Vanderbilt University Counseling Center. As a scientist-practitioner,...
** Now offering Socially Distanced In-Person Equine Therapy Available in Dartmouth, MA**New England stoicism expects us to “be strong” and “self- sufficient” pushing that pain deep inside. At one point or another, we are all the victims of problematic thinking and struggle to maintain balance in life. You don’t need a pervasive mental illness or diagnosis to benefit from counseling. If you’re...
I believe all people have the capability of change. At times, the obstacles standing in our way can make that change feel so far away, or worse, out of the questions. I invite you to allow me to guide you in your journey to change. Together we will examine the obstacles that appear to be blocking change. I operate from a holistic approach to treat the whole person, who in turn will excel in...
Imagine how differently you might feel if you could overcome the obstacles that keep you feeling stuck in your life and relationships. Patterns that no longer work for you can be reshaped and built upon to make the most of who you are and want to become. While we may explore the landscape of the past, my approach pairs a psychodynamic model with targeting your highest priority challenge, to...
Welcome! I’m so glad you are reaching out! Finding a therapist who is able to listen and understand your particular needs is key. When I meet with you for the first time, I want to learn who you are as a person. What matters to you? What is your life story? Once I have a good understanding, we can decide jointly what approach is likely to help you most. When you come for counseling, you want to...
I provide Body/Mind/Spirit Trauma Resolution tx that facilitates emotional & physiological healing, empowering clients to learn self compassion as they rewrite their life narrative. We all often move through our old stories that influence our present. As an experienced practitioner of Somatic Experiencing (SE), EMDR and Psychodrama, I use body based action methods to bring clients into the hear...
**Limited Couples and Family appointments available in-person** Life this year has been unpredictable and full of loss of the things we know and bring us comfort. It has stressed relationships and put new meaning to time together. It's important, even more now, that families and couples are strong in their connections and can come together in comfort and healing. Whether things haven't been rig...
Some days can feel as though you have tried everything to overcome an issue, and nothing is working. It can feel as if you are barely able to hang on. I get it, and I can help. Whether it is an issue with someone in your life, something from your past, or self-defeating thoughts and behaviors, we will work together to find solutions. It is my mission to help you find the hope and strength neede...
When we feel stuck or paralyzed in life, aware of who we desire to be but unsure of how to get there, therapeutic counseling can be a dynamic avenue of clarity and empowerment. I offer a holistic practice, in which I work to find a balance between a client centered approach and personally guiding the individual toward becoming the person they would like to be. I specialize in addiction and trau...
