Codependency therapists in Brampton, Ontario ON, Canada CA

Codependency is a relationship type, and is often wonderful until it's not. When it's not, boundaries come in. Boundaries are essential to all relationships because it allows you to form the ideal relationship you want. Understanding what the codependent relationship was providing you with allows an understanding and compassion to intentionally take steps towards your ideal behaviors and ways of relating.  

You are experiencing challenges to establish your identity, you find yourself in the shadow of your partner and can;t seem to step out. This is surely not the greatest feeling. You want to work yourself out of this, let me help you.  

I support clients with codependency by uncovering and addressing the emotional patterns, attachment styles, and relational dynamics at the root of their dependency. Through open dialogue and insight into self-worth and boundaries, we work together to break free from unhealthy patterns and foster healthier, more independent relationships. This process empowers clients to regain autonomy and emotional well-being.  

Dealing with issues related to co-dependency? Pick up the phone and call or send me an email. Let me walk alongside you on your recovery journey.  

An excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner. Among the core characteristics of codependency is an excessive reliance on other people for approval and a sense of identity.  

I have extensive training in psychodynamic therapy to delve into childhood patterns and comprehend the underlying causes of codependency in adulthood.  

Codependency can be described as a relationship pattern where one person is overly reliant on another person for their emotional needs, and the other person is overly focused on meeting the needs of the first person to the detriment of their own needs. This often results in an imbalanced power dynamic where the codependent person feels a sense of responsibility for the well-being of the other person, and may even enable or perpetuate their unhealthy behaviors. Individuals who struggle with codependency, can it manifest in a variety of ways, such as difficulty setting boundaries, feeling guilty for asserting their own needs, and struggling with low self-esteem. It's important for individuals struggling with codependency to recognize that their own needs and desires are just as valid as those of the people they care about and to learn healthy ways of expressing their needs and setting boundaries. Therapy can be a helpful tool in breaking the cycle of codependency and learning to cultivate more balanced, fulfilling relationships.  

We have helped many individuals and the couple's that where having Codependency issues. We assist clients in finding their own identity and work on their self-esteem to empowerment and help them find a voice and know that they are enough.  

Codependency is a bit of a trap. We often don't recognize we are in it but we know something feels off. We feel alone, tired or resentful. Working with a therapist can really help tease apart what is going on and teach you ways to set healthy boundaries.  

No two people that struggle with co-dependency share the same symptoms. What we do know is that co-dependency involves giving too much at your own expense, and asking for what we need can become daunting. Co-dependency recovery relies on four areas: refocusing on yourself; ii) setting firm boundaries, iii) learning how to identify healthy relationships; and iv) internal family system work. Let's learn about you got here and how we can tailor your learned reactions.