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
*NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS* I am a licensed professional counselor with over twenty years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, seniors and couples. Certified in conflict resolution and medication, I strive to help clients improve their communication and listening skills. With an extensive background working with families, I offer tools and skills to strengthen their...
My clients are individuals who often carry with them unresolved feelings from either their past or present challenges. Viewing those issues from an objective and trusted practitioner is vital to the change process. Always viewing my clients with unconditional positive regard is essential to us being successful. Therapy can often be the first time someone gets to step out of the day to day of th...
Let's talk about it. Sometimes just letting it out, whatever it is, can feel better. I want to listen, think with you, and support your growth as your life becomes more comfortable. I am a trained listener, thinker, and secret keeper. I don't give advice, take confession, or diagnose. I listen with my heart and ask the questions that are important. As we talk, we can sort out the confusing, sta...
I have provided individual, group, couples and family counseling for intensive outpatient programs, residential treatment, drug court, and in private practice. Through these roles I have received a great deal of experience in helping clients address co-occurring disorders such as addiction and; bi-polar disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma and personality disorders and more. I also work w...
Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety or anger, these emotions can impact all areas of your life (including your relationships, work, peace of mind) and prevent you from being your best self. As your provider, my goal is to give you the tools to reach your personal goals and process and cope better with life circumstances in a non-judgmental and therapeutic environment. When you m...
I am a mature, experienced psychotherapist and have practiced counseling for over 14 years. I work with people on issues related to anxiety and depression, including life transitions, relationships, career, loss, unresolved childhood problems, chronic illness, and stages of life. My approach to therapy is eclectic, which allows me flexibility to draw from a variety of therapies based on your st...
My ideal client is someone who may have tried therapy before and left filling unfulfilled. Often, clients complain that in previous therapy they felt validated and supported, but the change they were longing for was not achieved. My approach to therapy is best for clients who feel ready to dig a little deeper and get to the root of their emotional distress in order to make changes. That also...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! My initial focus is to build rapport with each client. As a therapist, I foster a growth-promoting climate for clients to feel comfortable and secure to engage and resolve their issues. I believe we have the capacity to change our lives for the better through self-awareness. Once we become more aware and accepting of ourselves; we uncover our latent abilities and begin ...
Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery does not take place overnight; it is a process that requires time, patience, and the motivation to reclaim your life. I believe everyone can use a hand on their path to total well-being. In my six years of experience in the behavioral health field, including my role as a clinician at Mountainside treatment center, I have helped hundreds of people in their...
Life can be challenging. Being able to process the challenges we face can be difficult to manage alone. I know, as I have not been immune to life's experiences. We are all relational, and this can be both a strength and a struggle. Families, friends, coworkers, classmates, and others can stir up challenges that might not make sense. Let's Process Your Life together and see where healing and cha...
As a dually licensed professional counselor and clinical addiction specialist, I have been in practice for over twenty-five years. My strengths include providing warmth, compassion and connection. I have worked with a wide range of adolescent and adult challenges including anxiety, mood disorders, psychosis and substance abuse. I strive to meet individuals where they are and work with them to...
*I am not accepting new clients at this time.* Finding a therapist that fits can be a challenge. I offer a respectful relationship to those seeking my counsel. Therapy is a partnership designed to help you to build a better, happier life. I believe we all have courage and strength we don't always recognize. Years of working with others has provided me with extensive knowledge and a wide variety...
I am currently licensed to practice and supervise in Virginia and DC. I provide clinical supervision for those seeking their LPC, LCSW or CSAC. I provide this in person as well as through Skype, etc. I am board approved in the state of Virginia. I am also a person-centered therapist and believe in treating all people with unconditional positive regard. My ideal client is one who is aware that t...
Hello, my name is Jen and I offer gender-affirming counseling services (and video sessions) for members of the LGBTQ+ community, including those who are transitioning, struggling with or exploring gender identity, friends and family of LGBTQ+, and anyone in need of gender or sexual orientation-related therapeutic services. I also offer sex therapy to LGBTQ+ individuals and to those that do not...
