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Codependency and Relationship Counseling in Lehigh Valley
Breaking Free from Codependent Relationships
Healthy relationships are built on mutual support and care. However, when helping others becomes a constant sacrifice of your own well-being, it may indicate codependency. At Lehigh Valley Counselors, we provide expert counseling to help individuals identify codependent behaviors, set healthy boundaries, and create fulfilling relationships.
What is Codependency?
Codependency occurs when someone’s identity becomes overly tied to helping others, often at their own expense. While the intentions may appear kind and generous, the underlying behaviors can harm both individuals involved.
Signs of Codependent Behavior
Codependent tendencies can manifest in various ways. Common signs include:
- Difficulty expressing needs: Struggling to communicate thoughts, emotions, or boundaries.
- Low self-esteem: Feelings of inadequacy that drive a need to “prove” worth through helping others.
- Dependency: Confusing being needed with being loved.
- People-pleasing tendencies: Feeling responsible for others' happiness and avoiding conflict at all costs.
- Caretaking: Taking on others’ problems as your own, often before they even ask for help.
- Lack of boundaries: Saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” even to your detriment.
- Denial: Focusing on others’ problems to avoid addressing personal challenges.
How Codependency Counseling Can Help
Lehigh Valley Counselors specialize in helping individuals:
- Identify and address the root causes of codependent behaviors.
- Develop healthy boundaries and improve communication.
- Build self-esteem and redefine their identity outside of caretaking roles.
- Cultivate relationships based on mutual respect and independence.
Why Seek Codependency Counseling?
Codependency can lead to cycles of resentment, burnout, and dissatisfaction in relationships. Counseling provides tools to break free from these patterns and build healthier connections.
Convenient Counseling in the Lehigh Valley
Our offices are centrally located near Route 22 and Schoenersville Road in Bethlehem, making them easily accessible to residents of Whitehall, Allentown, Easton, and the surrounding areas.
Start Your Journey to Healthier Relationships
Codependency doesn’t have to define your relationships. With professional support, you can break free from unhealthy patterns and build a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Call Lehigh Valley Counselors at 610-596-4222 today to schedule your codependency counseling appointment. We proudly serve Whitehall, Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and the surrounding areas of the Lehigh Valley.
Call us now at 610-596-4222 or complete our online form to schedule an appointment.
Client Testimonials & Reviews
I saw Marianne when I left my husband and she was a GREAT help to me. She helped me with my anxiety, (which was sometimes overwhelming), finances, and depression. Marianne is a welcoming and warm person. I wish her the best of luck in her new venture!
Linda
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Marianne Bartos was able to help me with anxiety. I was having panic attacks and she encouraged and taught me to practice breathing techniques and also meditation. These methods were very helpful to me! She is an excellent counselor and I would recommend her highly.
Terri
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Stan was very professional and thorough. He explained his role and the standards he would uphold for the public and DOT. He also listened to my point of view during the assessment to better understand my situation and recommend a course of action. He made clear what was expected of me. Stan also went way above and beyond what I would consider part of his job. He was a great help and resource. Thank you.
Craig
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Tia
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Stan Theodoredis is a deeply caring and compassionate counselor who shares his insight and experience with generosity. He has a way of being present and listening that is comforting and gives the sense of someone who understands and is willing to make the journey no matter how rough it may be. His genuine warmth and good humor make him a pleasure to know, and are truly remarkable as he skillfully yet honestly travels the emotional, psychological and spiritual issues we all confront in our lives.
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