Codependency Therapists in San Francisco, CA

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Mary Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94118
My expertise includes treatment of alcoholics and addicts; family recovery; codependency; trauma and the prevention of addiction in children and teens.
I am a licensed psychotherapist who is deeply committed to supporting those whose lives have been impacted by alcohol or drugs. I am compassionate, practical, engaged and genuine. If you have struggled or are still struggling, I can help. If you are worried about someone who struggles, I can help. Even if you are unsure of what you may need, I can support you. I strive to develop meaningful therapeutic relationships that allow for understanding, grieving, healing and growth. Those who find help may be teens, adult children, spouses, partners, parents, grandparents, couples, and individuals.
My expertise includes treatment of alcoholics and addicts; family recovery; codependency; trauma and the prevention of addiction in children and teens.
I am a licensed psychotherapist who is deeply committed to supporting those whose lives have been impacted by alcohol or drugs. I am compassionate, practical, engaged and genuine. If you have struggled or are still struggling, I can help. If you are worried about someone who struggles, I can help. Even if you are unsure of what you may need, I can support you. I strive to develop meaningful therapeutic relationships that allow for understanding, grieving, healing and growth. Those who find help may be teens, adult children, spouses, partners, parents, grandparents, couples, and individuals.
(415) 689-1690 View (415) 689-1690
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Alexandra Haas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
Psychedelic Integration, MAPS trained psychedelic therapist,Addiction/ Codependency, Attachment Theory, (Internal) Family Systems, Relationship Conflicts, life transitions, managing work/life balance, gay couples therapy & LGBT acceptance.
I specialize in attachment theory, addiction/addiction related issues, & becoming more aligned with your authentic self. I also enjoy working with couples wanting to strengthen communication skills or rebuild trust within their relationship. Caregivers were the first to teach us how to relate to others. Healthy relationships are often not modeled for us & we wonder why the same patterns repeat. I can help you gain insight into these patterns & we will work together to have healthier relationships. My goal is to get to know you, establish a strong connection, and provide a safe space to begin your healing journey together.
Psychedelic Integration, MAPS trained psychedelic therapist,Addiction/ Codependency, Attachment Theory, (Internal) Family Systems, Relationship Conflicts, life transitions, managing work/life balance, gay couples therapy & LGBT acceptance.
I specialize in attachment theory, addiction/addiction related issues, & becoming more aligned with your authentic self. I also enjoy working with couples wanting to strengthen communication skills or rebuild trust within their relationship. Caregivers were the first to teach us how to relate to others. Healthy relationships are often not modeled for us & we wonder why the same patterns repeat. I can help you gain insight into these patterns & we will work together to have healthier relationships. My goal is to get to know you, establish a strong connection, and provide a safe space to begin your healing journey together.
(415) 569-2869 View (415) 569-2869
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Crystal Barrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94122  (Online Only)
I specialize working with working anxiety/depression, teen issues, parenting challenges, domestic violence, trauma issues, postpartum depression, infertility challenges, codependency, PTSD, women’s issues, parenting and family.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has a passion for helping clients develop a better understanding of themselves and their lives. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and provide a culturally sensitive environment.
I specialize working with working anxiety/depression, teen issues, parenting challenges, domestic violence, trauma issues, postpartum depression, infertility challenges, codependency, PTSD, women’s issues, parenting and family.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has a passion for helping clients develop a better understanding of themselves and their lives. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and provide a culturally sensitive environment.
(415) 903-9997 View (415) 903-9997
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Rebekah B. Tinker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94117
I believe the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. My hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. My hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.
(415) 534-4113 View (415) 534-4113
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Monica Nunez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104  (Online Only)
Telehealth appts available now anywhere in CA! I'm a psychoanalyst certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Eating Disorders. My niche is couples, control issues, communication issues, intimacy issues, guilt, anger, codependency, and trying to please others. My mission is to help you achieve self actualization!
Telehealth appts available now anywhere in CA! I'm a psychoanalyst certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Eating Disorders. My niche is couples, control issues, communication issues, intimacy issues, guilt, anger, codependency, and trying to please others. My mission is to help you achieve self actualization!
(951) 355-2694 View (951) 355-2694
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Jessica ' Chiara ' Viscomi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94118  (Online Only)
Are you looking to recover from the wounds of narcissistic abuse and codependency and forge happier, healthier relationships? Welcome. Or do you need support for having a loved one with serious mental illness (SMI)? Welcome.
Are you looking to recover from the wounds of narcissistic abuse and codependency and forge happier, healthier relationships? Welcome. Or do you need support for having a loved one with serious mental illness (SMI)? Welcome.
(415) 569-0239 View (415) 569-0239
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Andrew G Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
San Francisco, CA 94133
I have vast interest and experience in treating the areas of depression, anxiety, relationship/couple issues, codependency, assertiveness, anger management, blocked creativity and work issues/vocational direction.
I provide compassionate, conscientious and meaningful psychotherapeutic treatment to individuals seeking to overcome difficult life circumstances, understand/manage emotions, or to those simply seeking self-growth or personal/career development. With twenty plus years as a practicing psychotherapist, having worked with diverse ethnicities, races, ages and sexual orientations, I have vast skills/resources and experience to offer/impart. My approaches/technique includes an eclectic mix of Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Jungian, Gestaltian, and some Buddhist philosophy.
I have vast interest and experience in treating the areas of depression, anxiety, relationship/couple issues, codependency, assertiveness, anger management, blocked creativity and work issues/vocational direction.
I provide compassionate, conscientious and meaningful psychotherapeutic treatment to individuals seeking to overcome difficult life circumstances, understand/manage emotions, or to those simply seeking self-growth or personal/career development. With twenty plus years as a practicing psychotherapist, having worked with diverse ethnicities, races, ages and sexual orientations, I have vast skills/resources and experience to offer/impart. My approaches/technique includes an eclectic mix of Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Jungian, Gestaltian, and some Buddhist philosophy.
(628) 227-6193 View (628) 227-6193
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Kate Evans Therapy - Attachment Medicine
Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115  (Online Only)
Offering attachment based integrated couples counseling. Do you and your partner love each other but you're in distress over strained communication and unresolved issues? Are you longing for more closeness and intimacy? Are you curious to take a deeper look into the emotional responses that drive your relational behaviors? Maybe you or your partner experience things like resentment, emotional withdrawal, people pleasing, codependency, substance abuse, depression, anxiety. These patterns may be longstanding or they may have arisen through a recent trauma or difficult experience such as infidelity. If so, I’m here to help!
Offering attachment based integrated couples counseling. Do you and your partner love each other but you're in distress over strained communication and unresolved issues? Are you longing for more closeness and intimacy? Are you curious to take a deeper look into the emotional responses that drive your relational behaviors? Maybe you or your partner experience things like resentment, emotional withdrawal, people pleasing, codependency, substance abuse, depression, anxiety. These patterns may be longstanding or they may have arisen through a recent trauma or difficult experience such as infidelity. If so, I’m here to help!
(415) 598-5862 View (415) 598-5862
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Scott W. Menasco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
My clients are individuals who despite experiencing success in their lives, often find themselves struggling in relationships. They may experience anxiety, depression, and excessive self-criticism. As we look deeper into this we discover patterns of codependency and low self-esteem. These patterns most often are learned through cumulative childhood experiences. Through talking with me, my clients learn how to relate to their emotions as part of their inner wisdom. They learn how boundaries work and use them to practice self-care. They learn to navigate internal and relational conflict with newfound skill, while practicing self-love.
My clients are individuals who despite experiencing success in their lives, often find themselves struggling in relationships. They may experience anxiety, depression, and excessive self-criticism. As we look deeper into this we discover patterns of codependency and low self-esteem. These patterns most often are learned through cumulative childhood experiences. Through talking with me, my clients learn how to relate to their emotions as part of their inner wisdom. They learn how boundaries work and use them to practice self-care. They learn to navigate internal and relational conflict with newfound skill, while practicing self-love.
(628) 232-6967 View (628) 232-6967
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Hannah-Leigh Bull
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94117
Waitlist for new clients
The 12-step programs complement addiction and codependency work.
Do you seek greater influence over life? Have people and experiences clouded your vision of meaningful life participation? My collaborative approach to therapy respects you as ultimate authority in your life and the one who knows yourself best; you can integrate holistic well-being, on physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and ethical areas of life. You can work to resolve trauma and unrest from depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma resolution, couple and familial relationships, codependency, compromised attachment, destructive narcissism, and harassment are areas of focus in my practice.
The 12-step programs complement addiction and codependency work.
Do you seek greater influence over life? Have people and experiences clouded your vision of meaningful life participation? My collaborative approach to therapy respects you as ultimate authority in your life and the one who knows yourself best; you can integrate holistic well-being, on physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and ethical areas of life. You can work to resolve trauma and unrest from depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma resolution, couple and familial relationships, codependency, compromised attachment, destructive narcissism, and harassment are areas of focus in my practice.
(707) 314-5440 View (707) 314-5440
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Rachel Rosenfeld
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94103  (Online Only)
As the daughter of a narcissist I am uniquely qualified to guide you through your own process of recovery. I specialize in Adult Children of Narcissists, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Codependency, Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families with an emphasis on early childhood survival and its effect on adult relationships, and couples. My style is interactive, engaged and non-judgmental. I offer individual sessions, weekly support groups and small group intensives (see website). Clinical training includes: Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, EFT &Pia Mellody's trauma treatment model, PACT & Gottman (for couples). Phone and Zoom available.
As the daughter of a narcissist I am uniquely qualified to guide you through your own process of recovery. I specialize in Adult Children of Narcissists, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Codependency, Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families with an emphasis on early childhood survival and its effect on adult relationships, and couples. My style is interactive, engaged and non-judgmental. I offer individual sessions, weekly support groups and small group intensives (see website). Clinical training includes: Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, EFT &Pia Mellody's trauma treatment model, PACT & Gottman (for couples). Phone and Zoom available.
(858) 240-8647 View (858) 240-8647
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Katya Gaynor Lovejoy
MSW, CCHt, RYT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94103  (Online Only)
Have you tried traditional talk therapy and felt like something was missing? Did it seem like you were talking in circles, or reached a plateau? Did it feel too rigid or surface level? Many clients come to me after having done traditional talk therapy and now they want to go deeper. So many issues like codependency, addiction, and persistent anxiety and depression are rooted in subconscious beliefs and patterns rooted in childhood pain. My work is unique because we address your subconscious mind and nervous system, in addition to cognitive process, to help you heal the past in order to move forward.
Have you tried traditional talk therapy and felt like something was missing? Did it seem like you were talking in circles, or reached a plateau? Did it feel too rigid or surface level? Many clients come to me after having done traditional talk therapy and now they want to go deeper. So many issues like codependency, addiction, and persistent anxiety and depression are rooted in subconscious beliefs and patterns rooted in childhood pain. My work is unique because we address your subconscious mind and nervous system, in addition to cognitive process, to help you heal the past in order to move forward.
(760) 437-2384 View (760) 437-2384
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Mindy Doan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94103
I work with individuals managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and codependency.
“Why am I the way I am?” Have you found yourself asking this question more times than you’ve answered it? Sometimes finding yourself feels like an impossible task. Perhaps it’s become second nature to place your needs last. Your inner voice, which has been placed on the backburner one too many times, is calling out to you for attention. Welcome to the first of many steps in creating change. This path in self-exploration may bring feelings of excitement, hopefulness, fear, and uncertainty. Wherever you are in your journey, I am here to listen and support you.
I work with individuals managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and codependency.
“Why am I the way I am?” Have you found yourself asking this question more times than you’ve answered it? Sometimes finding yourself feels like an impossible task. Perhaps it’s become second nature to place your needs last. Your inner voice, which has been placed on the backburner one too many times, is calling out to you for attention. Welcome to the first of many steps in creating change. This path in self-exploration may bring feelings of excitement, hopefulness, fear, and uncertainty. Wherever you are in your journey, I am here to listen and support you.
(818) 722-9765 View (818) 722-9765
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Mila Kisina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAADC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114  (Online Only)
Are you ready to break free from past hurts, unhealthy patterns, and limiting dynamic? As a licensed therapist and addiction counselor, I'm committed to helping you embark on a transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. My extensive professional experience in Addiction Treatment, and a personal testimony of healing, has equipped me with a unique opportunity to help. I deeply understand the challenges on the road to recovery from trauma, codependency, and addictions. And am here to help you navigate them. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your challenges and develop personalized strategies for lasting change.
Are you ready to break free from past hurts, unhealthy patterns, and limiting dynamic? As a licensed therapist and addiction counselor, I'm committed to helping you embark on a transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. My extensive professional experience in Addiction Treatment, and a personal testimony of healing, has equipped me with a unique opportunity to help. I deeply understand the challenges on the road to recovery from trauma, codependency, and addictions. And am here to help you navigate them. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your challenges and develop personalized strategies for lasting change.
(858) 428-2638 View (858) 428-2638
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Rozi Hersey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD ABD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94101  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or feeling lost? Are feelings of codependency, addiction or preoccupation crippling your ability to live your life to the fullest? Are you feeling overwhelmed and cannot currently identify your emotions? I am here to support you in self discovery and finding a way together to explore what may be blocking you from living your most authentic life.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or feeling lost? Are feelings of codependency, addiction or preoccupation crippling your ability to live your life to the fullest? Are you feeling overwhelmed and cannot currently identify your emotions? I am here to support you in self discovery and finding a way together to explore what may be blocking you from living your most authentic life.
(831) 747-9003 View (831) 747-9003
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Tania Manczarek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94101  (Online Only)
As a licensed therapist with 20 years experience, my approach is focused on the mind/body connection and uncovering the strength and wisdom we hold within. I am passionate about empowering women and working with issues such as anxiety, codependency, low self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, relationship struggles, learning to set boundaries, and understanding what you truly want and need in your life. I provide a nurturing yet honest atmosphere for you to uncover your authentic voice, dreams and desires while gaining practical solutions that you can use today to meet life’s challenges.
As a licensed therapist with 20 years experience, my approach is focused on the mind/body connection and uncovering the strength and wisdom we hold within. I am passionate about empowering women and working with issues such as anxiety, codependency, low self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, relationship struggles, learning to set boundaries, and understanding what you truly want and need in your life. I provide a nurturing yet honest atmosphere for you to uncover your authentic voice, dreams and desires while gaining practical solutions that you can use today to meet life’s challenges.
(805) 926-6571 View (805) 926-6571
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The Codependency Clinic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109  (Online Only)
The Codependency Clinic is specifically designed for codependency recovery. We treat Adults Facing Codependency, C-PTSD, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families, Adult Children of Narcissists and couples. All of our therapists are trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and The Pia Mellody Model. Our couples' therapists are level 2 Gottman trained practitioners. Our treatment plan is structured and individually specific. We offer individual, group and intensive recovery retreats. Check out our website www.thecodependencyclinic.com.
The Codependency Clinic is specifically designed for codependency recovery. We treat Adults Facing Codependency, C-PTSD, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families, Adult Children of Narcissists and couples. All of our therapists are trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and The Pia Mellody Model. Our couples' therapists are level 2 Gottman trained practitioners. Our treatment plan is structured and individually specific. We offer individual, group and intensive recovery retreats. Check out our website www.thecodependencyclinic.com.
(510) 640-8387 View (510) 640-8387
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Andrew Marshall Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94101  (Online Only)
Perhaps you’ve been in situations where your needs are often ignored, and you feel like you're losing yourself. If you’re dealing with chronic codependency, relational trauma, or the effects of narcissistic abuse, you’re not alone. You’re looking for a way to break free from the emotional ties that keep you stuck in these draining patterns. Together, in a supportive and empowering space, we’ll dive into your experiences, validate your journey, and help you find a path to freedom from this cycle.
Perhaps you’ve been in situations where your needs are often ignored, and you feel like you're losing yourself. If you’re dealing with chronic codependency, relational trauma, or the effects of narcissistic abuse, you’re not alone. You’re looking for a way to break free from the emotional ties that keep you stuck in these draining patterns. Together, in a supportive and empowering space, we’ll dive into your experiences, validate your journey, and help you find a path to freedom from this cycle.
(559) 354-2583 View (559) 354-2583
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Nicole A. Gabbay
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94101  (Online Only)
You will feel that you have control of your emotions, over codependency, and be free of addictive behaviors.
Your relationship with your therapist is like no other relationship. My focus is to help you get to the root cause of your struggles. I find that healthy relationships are the key to psychological, physical, and spiritual health. I provide awareness into your behaviors, and the ability to see the underlying issues of why you're unsatisfied with your life. If you're having difficulty regulating your emotions when it comes to romantic relationships, or feel that you find yourself in the same relationship again and again, then you have come to the right place. I will help you get to the core of these issues
You will feel that you have control of your emotions, over codependency, and be free of addictive behaviors.
Your relationship with your therapist is like no other relationship. My focus is to help you get to the root cause of your struggles. I find that healthy relationships are the key to psychological, physical, and spiritual health. I provide awareness into your behaviors, and the ability to see the underlying issues of why you're unsatisfied with your life. If you're having difficulty regulating your emotions when it comes to romantic relationships, or feel that you find yourself in the same relationship again and again, then you have come to the right place. I will help you get to the core of these issues
(323) 968-5791 View (323) 968-5791
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Lisa Jamar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94118  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, obsessive thinking, codependency and self-esteem issues.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or recently gone through a significant hardship, I'm here to support you. I love working with individuals that are driven to create meaningful change and willing to learn how to form new more adaptive ways of thinking. We certainly don't need to stay 'stuck' in old patterns or feelings of complacency-yet we find ourselves accepting it as our norm all the time, allowing it to rob us of our joy. There are practical tools that we can learn to change these unhelpful patterns of thinking, and I'm passionate about helping others to learn the tools to feel happier overall.
I have extensive experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, obsessive thinking, codependency and self-esteem issues.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or recently gone through a significant hardship, I'm here to support you. I love working with individuals that are driven to create meaningful change and willing to learn how to form new more adaptive ways of thinking. We certainly don't need to stay 'stuck' in old patterns or feelings of complacency-yet we find ourselves accepting it as our norm all the time, allowing it to rob us of our joy. There are practical tools that we can learn to change these unhelpful patterns of thinking, and I'm passionate about helping others to learn the tools to feel happier overall.
(310) 496-8604 View (310) 496-8604
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Codependency Therapists

What therapy types help with codependency problems?

Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?

Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?

Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?

One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.