Codependency

Understanding and overcoming codependency is a journey that many people in London face. Codependency involves complex relationship patterns where one person consistently sacrifices their own needs while enabling potentially unhealthy behaviours in others. This dynamic often develops from early life experiences and can impact various relationships – romantic, familial, and professional.

Our experienced therapists offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Person-Centred Therapy approaches to help address codependency. These evidence-based methods can help you understand your patterns, establish healthy boundaries, and develop more balanced relationships. Support is available through both individual therapy group therapy sessions.

Understanding Codependency

Codependency originally described relationships involving substance abuse, but has evolved to encompass broader relationship dynamics. It typically manifests as excessive caretaking, people-pleasing, and difficulty maintaining personal boundaries. Those experiencing codependency often struggle with low self-esteem and may derive their sense of worth from helping others.

Common Signs of Codependency

The patterns of codependency often include:

• An overwhelming need to be needed
• Difficulty setting and maintaining boundaries
• Perfectionism and control issues
• People-pleasing behaviours
• Low self-esteem and self-worth
• Taking responsibility for others’ emotions

The Impact of Childhood Experiences

Many codependent patterns develop during childhood, particularly in households where emotional needs were overlooked or where a parent struggled with mental health or substance abuse issues. Children in these situations often learn to associate caretaking with receiving love and approval, creating patterns that persist into adulthood.

Professional Support for Codependency

Our team of over 100 therapists across Haggerston Highbury Fields locations specialise in supporting clients with codependency issues. Whether you prefer online therapy in-person sessions starting from £27.50, we can help you develop healthier relationship patterns.

Breaking Free from Codependent Patterns

Therapy provides a safe space to:

• Develop self-compassion and self-worth
• Learn effective boundary-setting
• Address underlying childhood experiences
• Build balanced, healthy relationships
• Practice self-care without guilt

Getting Started with Therapy

Taking the first step towards addressing codependency can feel challenging. Our experienced therapists are here to support you on this journey. You can browse our therapists to find someone who resonates with your needs and preferences.