Codependency therapists in Durham, NC
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Codependency
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Codependency is often talked about in oversimplified ways—but for many people, it’s rooted in relationships where your needs had to come second, where you learned to anticipate others, keep the peace, or stay connected at your own expense. What looks like “people-pleasing” on the surface is often a deeply ingrained pattern shaped by family dynamics, culture, and survival. In some communities, being self-sacrificing or overly responsible isn’t just normalized—it’s expected. Over time, it can become hard to tell where you end and someone else begins.
At Nour Counseling, we work with you to untangle these patterns in a way that is both honest and compassionate. We help you recognize how codependency shows up in your relationships—difficulty setting boundaries, overextending yourself, feeling responsible for others’ emotions—and actively build new ways of relating. This includes developing boundaries that feel doable, reconnecting with your own needs and preferences, and tolerating the discomfort that can come with change. We also explore the cultural and relational context that shaped these patterns, so you’re not just blaming yourself for something that had a reason. This is about helping you move toward relationships that feel more mutual, more clear, and more grounded in who you are.
9 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC (Online Only)
Codependency
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Helping clients develop healthier boundaries and more balanced, fulfilling relationships.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Durham, NC 27707
Online in Durham, NC
Codependency
James C. Carpenter, PhD, ABPP
Psychologist, PhD (Clinical Psychology, Ohio State U), Board Certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), PSYPACT
Relationships can develop circular patterns of mutual hostility and dependency that keep both parties frustrated and emotionally impoverished for a long time. I try to understand the emotional patterns that each partner originally brought to the situation, penetrate those patterns with empathy and understanding, and support each person's wish to be freer and stronger and happier.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Durham, NC
Online in Durham, NC
Codependency
Ning Tang
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Dr. Tang helps clients break free from patterns of people-pleasing and self-sacrifice by developing boundaries, emotional awareness, and self-trust. Using ACT, DBT, and compassion-based interventions, she helps clients create healthier relationships rooted in mutual respect and authentic connection.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Durham, NC
Online in Durham, NC
Codependency
Wildflower Therapy Group
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, C-IAYT
At Wildflower Therapy Group, we help clients explore codependency patterns with compassion and without judgment. Therapy can support clients in understanding relational wounds, building healthier boundaries, reconnecting with their own needs, and developing a stronger sense of self within relationships.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Durham, NC
Online in Durham, NC
Codependency
Kamini Wood
Life Coach, FHH, CLC, CPM
Codependency is not a personality flaw. It is often a survival pattern that develops when you've learned to prioritize keeping the peace, meeting others' needs, or earning love through what you do for others. While these patterns may have once helped you cope, they can leave you feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself, and unsure of what you truly need. Together, we'll work to rebuild your sense of identity, strengthen healthy boundaries, improve communication, and create relationships where you no longer have to abandon yourself to stay connected.
8 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC (Online Only)
Codependency
Lynette Cisneros
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC, LMHC
Primary areas of treatment in my practice include boundaries and assertive communication. Often those who struggle with codependency struggle to understand their own boundaries and how to assertively communicate and enforce those boundaries. We work to increase your belief in self to make your own choices while decreasing the over reliance and/or validation seeking from others (parent, friends, partners). We recognize that preserving some relationships are important and will identify which communication approaches may fit with specific dynamics so as not to alienate others that you do value. If implementing space is the healthiest way forward we will identify steps to approach that with care.
25 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC (Online Only)
Codependency
Grace in the Shadows
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, MA, NCMHC, ALMHC, VALMHC, SCMHC, FLMHC, KYMHC, IDMHC
I address codependency by combining psychological expertise with Christian principles to guide individuals toward healthier relational dynamics. Recognizing the often complex and intertwined nature of codependent relationships, I incorporate biblical teachings on boundaries, self-worth, and dependence on God. Through therapeutic interventions, clients are encouraged to explore and understand the patterns of codependency, identifying unhealthy behaviors and fostering self-awareness. I integrate prayer and scriptural reflection to help clients find strength in their faith, emphasizing the importance of relying on God rather than solely on others for validation and fulfillment. Christian counseling for codependency often involves promoting a balanced understanding of love, emphasizing the significance of self-care, and encouraging clients to cultivate a deeper connection with their spiritual identity. By integrating Christian values, the counselor supports individuals in breaking free from codependent patterns and building relationships rooted in healthy interdependence and trust in God.
11 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC (Online Only)
Codependency
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC, LCASA, LCSW
Codependency can make it difficult to set healthy boundaries, trust yourself, and prioritize your own needs. We help clients better understand unhealthy relationship patterns, build self-worth, and learn to create more balanced, fulfilling relationships.
3 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC (Online Only)
Durham is home to Duke University and Duke University Medical Center, one of the leading psychiatric research and treatment centers in the country — an institution that deeply shapes the quality and sophistication of the local therapy community. The Research Triangle's concentration of academics, researchers, and healthcare professionals creates demand for therapists with intellectual depth and experience with high-achievement anxiety, identity work, and the stresses of competitive knowledge-economy careers. Durham also has a vibrant Black community with deep historical roots, and therapists offering culturally affirming care, racial identity work, and intergenerational trauma support are well represented. The city's progressive culture sustains strong demand for LGBTQ+-affirming therapists, and many practitioners integrate social-justice-informed approaches across their work.
Codependency therapists in Durham, NC Statistics
Codependency therapists in Durham, NC average 16 years of experience and charge around $196 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 61% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 34% | Somatic Therapy |
| 33% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 30% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 32% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Persons with Disabilities |