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'm filled with hope for my clients as they grapple with the pain, hurt, suffering, or fear they are experiencing as they await the time when all things will be made new. I believe all people are created in the imago Dei, image of God, and have incredible worth and value. My desire is to be a conduit in which healing would pass through my life experience and professional training in a way that...
Are you at a crossroad of life where you are experiencing mental health turmoil, a crisis or a very challenging situation that needs your immediate attention? Are you struggling with issues related to mental health, self esteem, substance use disorder, issues related to pre, mid or post divorce or relationship challenges? Are you struggling with your Christian faith? Are you struggling with...
Ive been so lucky to have had so many rich experiences over the past 25 years that Ive really developed a passion and niche of understanding the human condition, peoples struggles and the recognizing what weighs heavy on peoples hearts and mind. I love what I do, my warm, yet no nonsense personality puts individual and couples and ease. My Ideal client comes ready to explore their feelings and...
I am licensed in clinical and developmental psychology and have been in practice since 1991. I enjoy doing individual psychotherapy with adults but also have a great deal of experience working with children, adolescents and their families. I view each person as an individual and work to help them develop to their full potential, whatever that may be. I tailor my approach to the needs of the per...
When stress increases and pressure grows in one's personal life (hint: pandemic...!!.), relationships can hit a stand still, or even take a turn for the worse. If you tried isolating, withholding and arguing, you know they do not work! If you are coping with substance use, eating disorders or other self harming behaviors, it is time to explore your true self and pivot. I work with couples and...
“Trust yourself enough to let go, shift, and uproot. Give yourself permission to shed who you used to be. You are allowed to start over and find new ways to bloom into your best self.” Alex Elle *I would be honored to offer you my open heart and mind, as well as the skills and education I’ve grown to acquire over the 10+ years in the field of social work. Losses, interpersonal difficulties at h...
My clients come to counseling for help gaining a new perspective on themselves and their worlds. I am adept at helping people discover and strengthen connections between mind and body, and I'm interested in helping you identify and shift patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior that are no longer useful. I am a Certified Enneagram teacher and I have 10 years of experience working with this...
No two people are alike and no ‘one’ person is perfect. People walk different journey’s in their lives. Some journeys are flower filled paths with lots of green grass and sunlight; others have some flowers, fading grass and cloudy days. Whatever journey you have been on, one must continue to be optimistic about their journey and be reasonable about their individual expectations of self and othe...
What if you could look in the mirror and view yourself, as you are, from a place of deep, true understanding and contentment? I work with clients from all walks of and stages in life who are ready to make the changes necessary to achieve their goals and take positive, proactive steps towards living a healthier life. In a safe atmosphere, free of judgment, I hold space for clients to assess and...
I believe an honest, supportive relationship will give you the tools and strategies to reach your goals. I work with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship conflict, anger, addiction, trauma, communication difficulties, and couples developing healthy communication and conflict resolution. When you're in my office, you can expect warmth, genuineness, and...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing for nine years. I work with a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have a passion for working with others and function under the belief that we all need support venturing through life’s hardships and changes. I have experience working with substance use, depression, trauma, anxiety,...
My passion is working with children, adolescents and adults to help them understand themselves more fully, wholeheartedly and bravely. I will walk alongside you in your journey to help you explore how life experiences have impacted you. My strengths lie in trauma, relationships and grief and loss. I have specialized education in: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), TEAM CBT, Cognitive Processin...
To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- Lara Taylor Kester is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters in Counseling Psychology and a Certificate in Traumatology from Holy Names University. She has also presented on mental health and geek culture at several comic conventions. Lara has over 10 ye...
I enjoy working with clients that are looking for practical help with their problem. Most of the clients I see are working through anxiety, stress, depression, relationship, or diversity issues. Often clients complete therapy when they reach their goal: symptom relief and a greater understanding of themselves. Many clients are able to see me during the week as I work in an office that is...
First, please know that if you are reading this you’re not alone. Approximately 1 in 4 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year and it is my goal to offer clients a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to address their concerns. I understand that seeking therapy is not always easy to do but it is a crucial step in creating meaningful change. Therapy is also a process,...
