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
I provide counseling for adults who are dealing with concerns including anxiety and depression, self-esteem and identity issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and relationship stress. By concentrating on the uniqueness of each person and using a humanistic approach that is solution-focused and strength-based, I focus on helping clients achieve increased well-being. As a trauma-informed...
Sometimes we may compare life to hiking a mountain with a 100lb pack, in the rain, with mud up to our shins. We are weighed down, can't see far in front of us, and footing is slippery. Other times, we may find ourselves constantly on the go and when we lay down at night our minds buzz with the events of the day, our to-do list for tomorrow, and the worries of life. Whether you struggle with...
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." - Carl Rogers My role is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space that empowers you to explore, accept, and challenge yourself. I have been practicing therapy for 10 years, working with individuals that have experienced trauma and abuse. I incorporate mindfulness, breathing techniques, creative expression,...
Life is full of challenges, and we as humans were not meant to face them alone. Whether you struggle with unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, difficulty making meaningful connections, or simply coping with the everyday stresses of life, it can feel overwhelming to try and face it alone. The goods news? You don’t have to! I am passionate about helping people such as yourself work through...
VIDEO AND TELE-THERAPY AVAILABLE. Relational wellness is a harmony between how one relates to self, others, and the world. Let's work collaboratively to recognize your resources and grow your abilities and uniqueness. I offer openness, enthusiasm, and flexibility in my practice and I look forward to working together. I believe in empowerment and the strength of human resiliency above all. To...
I prefer clients who have the courage to risk coming in for an appointment facing the unknown and leaving their session with a sense of self acceptance, performance confidence and some tools with which to better manage their thought, feelings, and behaviors. Regardless of their presenting problems, I want to present a "no judgment zone". I have a sign in the waiting room that states, "I Will No...
I am no different than you. I too have grieved and felt lost and struggled at times. I too have sought compassionate presence when I needed it most. And that's what gives me the ability to connect with my clients. I truly believe that we are all in this together. There are many helpful treatment approaches which I and other therapists utilize, but ultimately I have seen healing and growth take...
With extensive experience working with trauma, substance abuse and co-occurring mental health diagnoses, Erica accompanies individuals, couples, and families on their journeys toward recovery and wellness. Erica takes pride in creating a calm and nurturing environment for her clients, providing them with a safe and comfortable place for self-exploration, expression, and emotional healing. Her...
2020 has been a year of so many unexpected twists and turns that you can feel the collective angst in these uncertain times. My clients are interested in learning how to manage the internal and external storms that surround them. They are looking for practical and tangible ways to manage their emotions that are effective and noticeable in real-time. They are willing to try new things, whether i...
As Ram Dass says, “We're all just walking each other home." This resonates with me as we are interdependent beings, and we have the remarkable ability to make a lasting impression on one another. This is how I view my relationship with my clients. As psychotherapist, I value the opportunity to connect with individual people at a profound level. With proper tools to sit with one's emotions witho...
Welcome! My name is Mallory Molle and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist within the San Pedro area. I am passionate about helping people grow, change, and ultimately feel their best. With an empathic and compassionate approach, I am dedicated to supporting and encouraging clients throughout their therapeutic journey. In a confidential and non-judgmental environment, I work to foster ...
Strong people ask for help. Making that first call is hard and talking with someone you don't know feels daunting! But it's that first step of asking for help that can change your life. Every person comes to therapy with different needs and not one technique works for everyone. I try and meet the client where they are so that together we can find solutions for their problems. I offer alternativ...
If you have experienced trauma or events that have been very disruptive to your life EMDR therapy can bring you significant relief. If you feel hopeless that life can get better, or find yourself sabotaging your own successes, EMDR therapy is a great approach. I specialize in working with first responders and Veterans, and I help people with sexual and substance addictions as well. As an adopti...
Building resiliency isn't always about overcoming the mountain sized obstacles. Sometimes, its about overcoming the desire to stay in bed all day, or have popcorn for dinner the fifth day in a row, or have just one more drink at the end of the day. Trauma, and its positive counter-part- Resiliency, is within each of us. Cultivating a positive support system and partnership is all about accessin...
I have extensive training in the leading trauma interventions, such as Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and iRest meditation. I work primarily from a holistic, body centered perspective, but I am aware that every person and nervous system needs its own unique blend of therapy. Therefore, I use an eclectic blend of tools, such as Cognitive Behavioral, Existential, and Psychodynamic to name a few. I ho...
