Codependency therapists in Madison, WI
Browse Codependency therapists in Madison, Wisconsin. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Amy Look
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a constant need to please others, often at the expense of your own well-being? Do you struggle with setting boundaries, or making your needs known in relationships? Together, we'll work toward developing healthy boundaries, enhancing your self-esteem, and building fulfilling relationships without losing sight of who you are. If you’re ready to embark on this journey toward your authentic self, reach out now.
7 Years Experience
Online in Madison, WI (Online Only)
Peter C. Jackson, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
If you find yourself consistently prioritizing others' needs over your own, struggling with boundaries, or seeking external validation, you may be experiencing patterns of codependency. My approach offers a clear path to reclaiming your authentic self. We will work to identify these ingrained dynamics, fostering a deeper connection to your inner wisdom and personal truth. The goal is to empower you to navigate relationships with greater clarity, strengthen your sense of self, and build truly balanced and fulfilling connection.s
33 Years Experience
In-Person in Madison, WI 53705
Online in Madison, WI
Melissa Drinkman, Pathways To Connection
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, DBH, LCSW
Codependency often involves placing the needs of others above one's own, leading to feelings of resentment, neglect, and a loss of personal identity. Through compassionate counseling, counselors at Pathways To Connection guide you in building healthier boundaries, fostering self-worth, and learning to navigate relationships with greater balance and emotional independence. By exploring the underlying causes of codependency and offering practical tools for change, we support individuals in developing a stronger sense of self and creating more fulfilling, respectful connections with others.
14 Years Experience
Online in Madison, WI (Online Only)
Heinig Health and Wellness Counseling
Psychologist, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Health Psychology, M.A. Clinical Psychology, PSYPACT Providers
We help individuals recognize and overcome patterns of codependency that can impact relationships, self-esteem, and emotional well-being. Through a supportive and collaborative therapeutic approach, we work with clients to develop healthy boundaries, strengthen their sense of self, improve communication skills, and reduce people-pleasing behaviors. Our goal is to empower clients to build more balanced, fulfilling relationships while fostering greater self-confidence, independence, and emotional resilience.
7 Years Experience
Online in Madison, WI (Online Only)
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with young adults and adults who have learned to orient themselves around other people’s needs, emotions, or expectations at the expense of their own. This can look like being the reliable one, the steady one, the person others turn to, while privately feeling depleted, unseen, or unsure where your own preferences begin. Many people I see have spent years managing relationships, smoothing conflict, or carrying more than their share because it felt safer than disappointing someone or risking disconnection.
Codependent patterns often develop in situations where you had to stay attuned to others to keep the peace, where your worth was tied to being helpful or accommodating, or where expressing your own needs led to tension, withdrawal, or criticism. Over time, this can make it hard to trust your internal signals, set boundaries without guilt, or believe that your needs matter as much as anyone else’s.
In our work together, we look at how these patterns formed, what they have protected you from, and how they show up in your relationships today. We make space for the part of you that learned to stay small, agreeable, or over responsible in order to feel safe, and for the part of you that is tired of doing so much emotional labor. From there, we explore what it means to move through relationships with more clarity, self‑respect, and choice, without abandoning the parts of you that have worked so hard to keep things stable. Supporting people who have organized themselves around others for a long time is central to my practice, and I have deep respect for how much you have carried.
26 Years Experience
Online in Madison, WI
Madison is home to the University of Wisconsin — one of the top research universities in the country — and serves as Wisconsin's state capital, giving it an unusually high concentration of academics, researchers, and government professionals who collectively represent one of the most therapy-positive demographics in the Midwest. The city's progressive political culture and high rate of higher education strongly correlate with high therapy utilization and acceptance across multiple demographics. UW Health and SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital provide institutional mental health resources, with a well-developed private practice community serving Willy Street, Atwood, and the Near East Side. Madison's growing Latino, Hmong, and East African communities are increasing demand for multilingual and culturally grounded therapists.
Codependency therapists in Madison, WI Statistics
Codependency therapists in Madison, WI average 18 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (56%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (38%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
Online Only |
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| 46% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 56% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 35% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 54% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |
| 35% | Black / African American |