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
We all have obstacles in this life that we must navigate. The part that falls on us is how we cope with these obstacles. You have to make decisions that could hinder our growth. You may become overwhelmed and do nothing. But guess what, that is still a decision. My role is to help guide you to the path that is best for you. I offer different techniques that are shaped to help you obtain the...
I have over 40 years of experience in the counseling field. I work with adults, couples, adolescents, children and families. My strengths are my ability to listen, to understand and to empathize. I engage with my clients in a manner that allows them to safely explore choices and find their path to their well-being. I provide a safe, secure, non-judgmental environment where clients can be open a...
Do you feel stuck? Stuck in a relationship? Stuck in an ineffective pattern of communicating with your loved one? I believe that we all can feel stuck at certain points in our lives and that we have the ability to become "unstuck". We can be helped in becoming unstuck with a neutral party present, by observing ineffective communication patterns. As a Resident Marriage and Family Therapist, I...
I have experience working in private practice, public health and community based organizations providing psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, and seniors in individual, couples, and family formats. I strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment where clients can feel comfortable sharing. I work with clients to empower them by gaining insight and tools that result in positive change. I wo...
All of us face experiences in our lives where we can benefit from the support and connection that therapy provides. Scientific evidence demonstrates that a strong and consistent therapeutic relationship is restorative, healing and emotionally regulating. As a therapist, I believe in connecting with clients, human-to-human, and I regularly feel a deep sense of understanding for those with whom I...
I help clients learn to help themselves by creating individualized therapeutic treatment plans, based on a client’s personal experiences and their goals for the therapeutic process. Establishing a healthy therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance to me. I strive to provide my clients with the essential tools for therapy to be effective and productive by being empathetic, supportive,...
Are you tired of the words 'coping skills' or 'let it go'? Would you rather talk to your dog (or perhaps a wall) than talk to a therapist? Then you may really like Jana Davis. She's not a traditional therapist. Jana is not interested in 'coping skills'. She's interested in what is holding you back, and taking care of that. The result is you feeling more like yourself, and that's a good place to...
Are you struggling emotionally from a divorce or other challenging life transitions? Are you feeling like life just isn’t working for you? Whether you are experiencing deep loss, sadness, or other intrusive feelings, please know that therapy can help. It is my passion to assist people in working through the difficult times in their lives. Prior to becoming a psychologist, I worked for 16 years ...
Down to earth, realistic and common sense describe my therapeutic style. In this fast paced world we are all faced with daily struggles and challenges. My person centered and eclectic approach to counseling has translated into helping my clients learn the tools needed to cope with these daily struggles. When you enter my office you will be in a safe and warm environment in which to talk and fin...
I especially enjoy working with motivated clients wanting to develop a greater understanding of where they have come from and what their personal strengths are. Those struggling with worries, who feel discouraged and are in need of more tools to gain traction are a delight for me to walk along side. I have a strong passion for working with individuals that have endured difficult experiences in...
I have a strong capacity and appreciation for working with others who are facing intense or discouraging life circumstances. With openness and warmth, therapy can be a collaborative process. Sessions can be adapted to your goals and to what arises during the course of the week. I find approaches that are most effective and meaningful to you so that each session helps your growth towards living ...
I offer a warm, compassionate, down-to-earth, non-judgmental style that lends itself to creating a safe and trusting therapeutic environment for healing, growth and change. I work actively and collaboratively with you to develop an integrated approach to treatment that is tailored to suit your unique concerns and goals. We may explore historical and current emotions, thoughts and behavior patte...
We will work together to help you make positive changes to your life—healthier, more stable, productive and fulfilling! I work to build a relationship based in trust and authenticity, so you can feel both safe and challenged. Safe to talk openly knowing you will be heard and understood and challenged to make the changes you want to make. I am trained in a variety of empirically-based, therapeut...
I believe that my clients are the experts on their lives. With that philosophy, I work collaboratively with my clients to work toward their goals & help realize their full potential. My clinical style is generally Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) & psychodynamic, insight-oriented therapy; however, I adjust my style to fit my clients & their needs, integrating other styles such as mindfulness,...
Virginia Support Services is a Mental Health Skill-Building Service that provides behavioral and mental health training and support services to individuals with mental, behavioral, or emotional impairments in major life activities by supporting an individual's level of functioning and promoting his/her autonomy. The program offers supportive services to individuals and families in their homes a...
