Codependency therapists in Morehead City, NC
Browse Codependency therapists in Morehead City, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Codependency
Tal Brafford
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A
From one people pleaser to another...I get it. At some point we learned that love had to be earned. We got skilled in the art of "reading the room" and anticipating others' needs. Growing up this way can be so isolating and lonely. It tears apart self-trust and reinforces masking. We often lose sight of who we are and what we need to focus on the needs and comfort of others. I will walk with you as you discover what's underneath the mask. Sometimes this means learning about your capacity or bringing in support systems. Other times, we may work on boundaries and listening to your body tell you what it needs. It's almost always sitting with you in some grief and self-forgiveness. It can feel scary to think about what you need, much less give it to yourself. I'll do it with you.
0 Years Experience
Online in Morehead City, NC
Codependency
Heather Avery Grant
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
My specialty is codependency in the context of having grown up with neglect, abuse, and attachment wounds. I'm best suited to those with low self esteem and compliance patterns of codependency or who identify as anxious attachment style. It might sound odd but... this work is so much fun. Finding your way into loving yourself, centering yourself, honoring yourself, and shifting your life so that you are strong and stable - it's a game changer and I love it!
4 Years Experience
Online in Morehead City, NC
Codependency
Amanda Cummings Brandenburg
Psychologist, PhD
Survivors of trauma often seek to overcome patterns of codependency in their relationships. I employ an empowerment approach to helping people focus on developing better self-esteem and self-awareness engage in healthier relationship patterns.
11 Years Experience
Online in Morehead City, NC
Codependency
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Co-Dependency: From Self-Sacrifice to Self-Sovereignty
Untangling Your Identity from the Needs of Others
Co-dependency is often the "noble" struggle. It is the exhaustion that comes from being the primary emotional caretaker, the peacekeeper, and the one who anticipates everyone else’s needs while ignoring your own. In my practice, we view co-dependent patterns as deeply ingrained attachment strategies—behaviors that were likely necessary for safety in the past but are now leading to burnout, resentment, and a loss of self.
Recognizing the Systemic Loop
Co-dependency doesn't happen in a vacuum; it is a relational "dance" that we explore through a systemic lens:
The Caretaker’s Burnout: Addressing the physical and emotional collapse that occurs when your "worth" is tied to your "usefulness."
Fear of Disconnection: Understanding the roots of the anxiety that arises when you try to set a boundary or say "no."
Emotional Enmeshment: Moving from a state where you "feel" the emotions of others more intensely than your own, toward a healthy, defined sense of self.
The Path to Relational Freedom
Using over 20 years of experience and specialized training in Attachment Theory and Systems Theory, I help you navigate the transition from enmeshment to autonomy:
Attachment Repair: We look at the "why" behind the "need to be needed," using EFT to help you develop a secure attachment to yourself first.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): We get curious about the "Protector" parts of you that believe you must be "perfect" or "helpful" to be loved.
Somatic Boundary Work: We learn to listen to the body’s signals of overwhelm and resentment, using them as a compass for where a boundary needs to be drawn.
Reclaiming Your Narrative
Whether you are navigating a relationship with a partner, a parent, or a child, the goal is not to stop caring—it is to care from a place of choice rather than a place of fear. Together, we work to build a life where you are no longer a "supporting character" in someone else’s story, but the conscious author of your own.
21 Years Experience
Online in Morehead City, NC (Online Only)
Codependency
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults who experience challenges related to codependency. I help clients develop healthier relationship patterns, strengthen boundaries, increase self-awareness, and build confidence in their ability to prioritize their own emotional well-being.
14 Years Experience
Online in Morehead City, NC (Online Only)
Codependency therapists in Morehead City, NC Statistics
Codependency therapists in Morehead City, NC average 16 years of experience and charge around $198 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$198
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
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) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 32% | Military / Veterans |
| 31% | Black / African American |