Counsellor/Therapist, addiction and mental Health , psychosocial intervention , anxiety and stress management
The main sign of codependency is consistently elevating the needs of others above your own. Other signs include controlling behaviors, self-sacrifice, and fear of rejection. But these aren’t the only ones. We help with emphasizing that the importance is to seak self love and self care above all and see self value.
Licensed Professional Counsellor, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
With ADHD, ADD and Autism, one might lean on the people around them more to help in areas we are limited such as executive function (including things like decision-making, prioritization of tasks, working memory issues etc.). That sometimes creates an unhealthy or codependent relationship where there is a caregiving dynamic to the point that resentment grows. In counselling, you can develop the awareness and skills around your relationship patterns, and learn how to respond differently so that you and your loved ones can be well.
Codependency can come from non-secure attachment, a conflicted environment and from trauma when we are young. The central nervous system/brain can be re-set/balanced such that secure attachment is achieved and the emotional and chemical charges are deleted so healthy relationships are experienced.
My approach to codependency counseling focuses on helping individuals recognize patterns of codependent behavior, establish healthy boundaries, and build self-esteem. I believe in empowering clients to foster independence and develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Together, we work on strategies to break the cycle of codependency and embrace self-worth.