Codependent behaviors such as hyper-vigilence, people pleasing, self abandonment, belief of unworthiness, fear of others' emotional responses and/or abandonment, difficulty making and holding boundaries (and so many more) can make relationships a painful struggle. If you're noticing these patterns in your life, know that change is possible. Using a parts approach, mindfulness, and body awareness, we will gently untangle these maladaptive strategies so that you can better understand and meet the needs your system is attempting to communicate to you.
I specialize in helping clients recognize their own voice, understand interpersonal dynamics keeping them stuck, and differentiate within close relationships in which they may feel themselves getting "lost."
For those that were trained to self-abandon, returning "home" and learning to derive self worth from more reliable (internal) sources is one of the most rewarding achievements.
Life Coach, Trauma, PTSD, BSc Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
We work through your codependency issues and behaviors and start to correct them.
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor #6947 (CA), TLHT #494 (FL)
As I have worked in a number of community settings where recovery or addiction was an issue; including the LGBTQ community, survivors of sexaul violence/abuse, and homeless acute psychiatric individuals; I have encountered numerous people struggling with the impact of addiction on their lives. In addition, I worked with clients from families with addiction, which often foster codependent tendencies. I help clients understand boundaries and how important they are in preserving mental health.
Human beings naturally attach to feel safe and loved in a way that is familiar. We often have attachment styles that are related to childhood family dynamics and unhealed wounds. We need to get to the root of how we love and how we want to be loved to heal.
Codependency can manifest in various ways, often leading to unhealthy and unbalanced relationships. You may find yourself constantly prioritizing the needs of others over your own, feeling an overwhelming sense of responsibility for their well-being, or struggling with boundaries. I specialize in exploring the root causes of codependency, addressing patterns of behavior that perpetuate it, establishing healthy boundaries, and fostering a stronger sense of self-worth. Together, we can work towards breaking free from codependent patterns and cultivating more fulfilling and equitable relationships. Visit my website to schedule your free consultation call.