Codependency therapists in Walterboro, South Carolina SC
Alan Brandis, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
The concept of Co-Dependency was developed as a way of explaining how family members of alcoholics, especially their spouses, became emotionally ill apparently as a result of living with an alcoholic for years.
"Co" is a prefix that means "like" or "with" - the family member becomes sick like and with "the dependent" (the person dependent on a chemical). There are several common problems that often go along with life with an alcoholic or drug abuser, including their unpredictable moods, selfish and irresponsible behavior, angry outbursts which may include verbal or physical abuse, broken promises and commitments, embarrassing public behavior, financial irresponsibility, legal problems, and inability to return love or affection. However, most chemically dependent people have periods when they function well, and this generates the hope that they will stay well, quit or control their chemical use, and become responsible and loving for good.
34 Years Experience
Karen Queller
Art Therapist, M.A Expressive Arts Therapy
I can guide and support individuals dealing with codependency by facilitating creative processes that encourage self-exploration, fostering self-awareness, and empowering them to establish healthy boundaries and cultivate self-care practices.
5 Years Experience
Ethredge Counseling Group of South Carolina
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, CCTP
Originally coined to describe the relationship between alcoholics and their loved ones, we now have a broader understanding of this common (and destructive) relationship pattern. Understand the patters that effect your relatinoships, your behavioral patterns, and the way you view the world through your work with your therapist.
5 Years Experience
Gayle MacBride
Psychologist, PhD, LP
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.
18 Years Experience
Marianne Matos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Codependency can be an indication of foundational relationship issues that warrant further exploration.
4 Years Experience