Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, MBA, LPC, NCC
We work with the patient to rebuild their sense of identity through improved confidence and self-sufficiency so they can have healthy interpersonal relationships.
Codependency is a learned pattern of interacting. We can unlearn these patterns, too. First we are going to identify the needs and learn more accurate self talk around self-esteem and self-worth. We will talk about triggers that might cause you to fall back into old patterns and ways to act with love, but not entangled in someone else's distress.
I enjoy working with individuals impacted by addiction and/ or narcissistic abuse. Through evidence based approaches, we can work together to change your patterns of thinking, feeling and relating to reorient towards your own wellbeing and growth as an individual.
Whether its help learning to love yourself when no one is there, knowing that you are enough or saying no when your gut says no, I will help you explore what your codependency means to you and how to be close to those you care about without losing yourself. Truth be told, there are varying characterizations of codependency. I don't believe you should let a label rob you of your desire to connect with another and express your being this way. The key is to determine whether the way you attach is depleting you and robbing you of your authentic self. Let me guide you through practical strategies to help you set boundaries and promote self-care and compassion.
Have you noticed that you haven’t been feeling quite like yourself? Like something feels off, but you’re not exactly sure why? No matter how hard you work, you always feel behind and can't seem to ever catch up on your to-do list. Maybe you keep thinking that you "should" be doing better and you "shouldn't" be struggling this way. You want to be present, calm, and confident, but you aren’t sure how to get there. It is possible for you to feel like yourself again and I'd love to talk to you about how you can get there.
I help teens, adults, and couples who are feeling stuck and disconnected to find freedom and relief. I'll collaborate with you to notice the themes and patterns occurring in your life that might be causing problems and then work alongside you to find new options and solutions to address those patterns.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, dealing with past trauma, relationship difficulties, or just think it might be helpful to talk to someone about how you are feeling, I’d love to talk with you about how I can help. Visit my website to schedule a free phone consultation, and we can chat about whether I might be the right therapist for you.
Codependency requires a holistic approach. I help clients address their codependency issues from a variety of different angles and determine the underlying causes behind the problems.
Codependency is a "buzz word" in therapy, as well as in mainstream society. Unfortunately, codependency is often misconstrued as a character flaw, when in reality, it's an adaptive pattern of interaction that has developed as a brilliant survival strategy -- it's just not working for the context of the relationship anymore. Codependency results from a need to keep oneself safe from rejection or abandonment, so a sense of prediction or anticipation is developed with regards to the thoughts, feelings, and opinions of other people. If you feel like you or your partner are codependent, let's take a look at where this adaptation comes from and what it's seemingly helping you with. Couple therapy can help you to form an awareness around your fears and help you to be healthy, autonomous people while managing them well.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, NCC, CTP
We specialize in CBT, DBT, and ACT therapy to assist individuals in identifying codependency relationships and utilize behavioral techniques to challenge unhealthy behaviors.
Codependency often involves an unhealthy reliance on others for approval and a sense of identity, leading to difficulties in establishing boundaries and maintaining balanced and secure relationships. In therapy, we explore the roots of codependent behaviors and work towards fostering a healthier sense of self. By understanding the patterns and cycles that contribute to codependency, we can develop strategies to build self-esteem, set boundaries, and cultivate more fulfilling and independent relationships. I strive to provide a supportive environment to break free from codependent cycles, empowering you to create a more balanced and self-sufficient life.