Codependency Treatment
Codependency is a term that refers to people who are in a close relationship
with someone who is addicted to something (usually drugs and/or alcohol,
but can be other forms of addiction). The codependent person is typically
overly involved with the other person and that person's problematic behavior,
and sometimes even to the other's detriment. While the codependent person
often takes on the role of caretaker and is invested in the welfare of
the addicted person, emotions can get in the way, and then enabling results.
Enabling is when the codependent person unintentionally helps an addict
to continue in their addiction by repeatedly putting out little fires
for the addict (lying to cover up for them, paying their debts, taking
care of their basic needs to excess). While this helps the addict to get
by in the short-run, it ultimately allows the cycle of addiction to perpetuate.
Although the codependent person suffers as a result of the addict's choices
and behavior, it can be very difficult to break the pattern. Being accustomed
to adopting a certain role in one's relationship, as well as one's caring
for the troubled addicted person can impede the attempts to get off the
merry-go-round. Individual and couples therapy can help to put a stop
to the cycle of addiction and codependency; the aim is to replace negative
coping styles with effective and productive ones.
Help begins with a phone call.
CTA is a network of experienced therapists across the New
York metro area. We strive to match you with the right therapist
for you, to help you to effectively manage and resolve issues
related to codependency. To inquire about an appointment,
please call us at (212) 258-2577.
Keywords: codependency, codependent treatment, recovery, help with relationship
and family.
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