Codependency

Do you find yourself compulsively saying “yes” to avoid disappointing others?  Do you have difficulty acknowledging your own reality (feelings, thoughts, and desires)?  Do you wonder where people might be if not for your help, but are also sick and tired of being the one who does everything without being appreciated?  If this resonates, you may be a people-pleaser, overfunctioner in your relationships, or codependent.

People who struggle with codependency are often preoccupied with what others think about them.  This results in having difficulty knowing and expressing your own thoughts and feelings, owning your identity and worth, and acknowledging your own wants and needs.  This is an externalized way of being and can result in other debilitating concerns like perfectionism, anxiety, and depression.

If you believe you are struggling with people pleasing, overfunctioning, or codependency, we can help you understand where this behavior originated, foster a strong internalized sense of self, learn to let go of resentment, and set appropriate boundaries for more successful relationships.