Episodes
In this episode, Dani Bryant and I take a look at the connection between food as a coping mechanism and codependency. We tackle the Karpman's drama triangle, what it really means to binge eat, and having compassion for ourselves in how we deal with our emotional struggles.
Published 04/16/21
In today's episode, Polina Shkadron and I explore the importance of prevention with children and what it looks like. Polina gives some practical tools that parents can implement to help their children learn coping skills.
Published 04/02/21
In this episode, I explore how the daughter can go about healing a codependent relationship with their parent. We're talking taking risks and learning to stand in our power!
Published 03/23/21
In todays episode I explore the mother-daughter dynamic. Specifically, I tackle how codependency and perfectionism can easily creep into the relationship and what we can do to begin to move out of the dysfunction.
Published 03/18/21
In this episode, we're chatting with Christie Kim, LMHC on how healing can happen in a codependent relationship especially through the lens of Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Published 02/23/21
Today we’re talking about how changing how we think can influence our ability to experience empathy rather than enmeshment.
Published 02/06/21
In this episode, we explore the cultural context of codependency and perfectionism in the Black community with mental health therapists Ariel Emmanuel & Camille Lester.
Published 12/30/20
Today we're talking codependency and perfectionism in women, especially people pleasing with Johannah Bogart! We also dive into the holidays and gives some thoughts on how we can work on people pleasing over the holiday time.
Published 11/24/20
Today Robert and I are discussing relationships based on codependency, how we can make changes to support ourselves and our sense of self-worth.
Published 11/13/20
Today we're talking all about body image with Dani Bryant! Especially it's connection with perfectionism, where this comes from and how we can work on healing it.
Published 11/06/20
In this episode, Alana chats with Lindsey Pratt, the Discerning Drinker, discussing out of balance alcohol usage and it's connection with codependency.
Published 08/12/20
Today we're talking about spirituality and it's connection to codependency & perfectionism. Codependency can be thought of as a lack of faith and perfectionism as a lack of trust. Listen to find out more about how to work through these spiritual issues!
Published 07/22/20
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Bren and I discuss attachment, the good enough parent, attending to your child's emotions, postpartum anxiety and more!
Published 06/27/20
In this episode, we're discussing the issues with your codependent parent. What it looks like, emotions that are often present, and why it's often dysfunctional.
Published 06/16/20
In this episode we have 2 special guests: Alana Barlia and Lindsey Pratt! Together we talk about narcissism, personality disorders and codependency, especially common narcissistic traits, relationship patterns, and what to do if you're in one!
Published 05/08/20
Today I'm talking about parenting during the COVID-19 epidemic. Giving some support and tips on how to manage!
Published 03/25/20
Today I interview 2 wonderful parents who have done some great work on their own codependency issues! Listen to them share their story of why they came into the support group and how they worked towards a new relationship with their children.
Published 02/21/20
It's all about Karpman's drama triangle today! We're discussing and identifying the different roles codependents take on in relationships.
Published 01/17/20
Today we're discussing codependency with siblings, adult and child! If you have this dynamic with any siblings or are concerned you're doing this as a parent, this episode is for you!
Published 01/08/20
Today we're talking friendship & codependency! In this episode, you will hear some of the ways codependency can show up in a friendship. From putting in more than the other person to not saying no, we cover some big relational issues.
Published 12/12/19
Today we're talking codependency in parenting with adult children. In this podcast, I explore what to do when you find yourself in an enabling dynamic with your adult child.
Published 12/04/19
We're talking stages of change in the recovery process today! Learn how it looks and where you may be at. As well as common issues that come up when we're working on our codependency and perfectionism!
Published 10/25/19
Today we're talking about parenting! Especially parenting "sensitive," "hyperactive" or children with mental health issues. We speak about how not to bring too much fear into your parenting as well as how to separate from codependency in your child's recovery process.
Published 08/13/19
In this episode, I tackle 2 audience questions on whether we can work through our codependency issues when we're in a relationship and if so, how!?
Published 07/26/19
Today is examples day! As requested, we go through 4 different examples of codependency in action at different ages. As always, feel free to e-mail your questions and comments to [email protected]. Thanks!
Published 06/28/19