Therapy for Co-dependency

Co-dependency looks like trying to “fix” or “save” the people around you, or taking on the emotions of others

 Do you find yourself in relationships where you are trying to “fix” or “save” them? Do you feel responsible for the emotions of the people in your life, or feel like your mood is dependent upon what others are feeling? Do you often feel disappointed when people don’t do what you want or expected them to do? Co-dependency can develop in childhood when the family displays poor boundaries. typically, co-dependency forms because the family dynamic is enmeshed, meaning there is no separation from one another. Each member of the family is not seen as an individual, but as a piece of the whole family unit. Co-dependency manifests in adulthood as identity confusion, difficulty making decisions, and unhealthy relationship dynamics.

 Common beliefs - “I can’t ask for what I need”, “I can fix other people”, “I am responsible for other people’s feelings”

Interpersonal challenges - Poor boundaries, extreme loyalty despite inner conflict, resentment,

How to heal - Identify where co-dependency is showing up in your life, self-esteem work, set boundaries