Codependency therapists in Mount Zion, Illinois IL
Codependency
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
Codependency
Emily Zibell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Sometimes we get into patterns where we put others before ourselves and end up neglecting our own needs in the process. When working with codependency patterns, I think it is important to relearn who we are as individuals and let that set the stage to better set boundaries with others and have healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
8 Years Experience
Codependency
Christensen and Sons, Inc.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW: LCSW, LSW, PEL
A person that has codependency often have difficulty; set and maintain healthy boundaries; validating and protect themselves emotionally and make decisions on your own. If you have tendency to be codependency, this pattern may play out again and again. Your sacrifices you have made may also add up you become drained, overwhelmed, and even resentful or angry. It is time to achieve a new independency
17 Years Experience
Codependency
Psychotherapy.Com
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Assistance with codependency issues.
28 Years Experience
Codependency
Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Codependency is a circular pattern that emerge in relationships when one person needs another person to need them in order to keep the relationship going. This is an unhealthy pattern and often leads to unhappiness and toxic patterns in relationships. I approach these relationships from a place of empathy and concern for all parties involved. It is my goal to illuminate these patterns and teach individuals to set healthy boundaries that will allow them to break free of codependent relationships and live healthier and happier lives with friends and family.
4 Years Experience