

Emotionally Immature Parents & IFS with Leslie Sanchez
Jan 6, 2025
Leslie Sanchez, a licensed therapist specializing in childhood trauma for first-generation Latinx individuals, discusses the challenges of growing up with emotionally immature parents. She highlights how these dynamics affect adult relationships and self-esteem. The conversation dives into setting boundaries as a crucial aspect of healing and personal growth. Leslie shares insights on Internal Family Systems therapy and her journey to reconnect with her authentic self, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion in overcoming inherited emotional burdens.
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Impact of Emotionally Immature Parents
- Emotionally immature parents affect adult children's romantic relationships, parenting, self-esteem, and self-worth.
- Adult children of emotionally immature parents often overachieve professionally but still feel empty inside.
The Clean House Anecdote
- Leslie Sanchez describes a client who maintained a clean house to avoid parental complaints.
- This illustrates how children of emotionally immature parents often take responsibility for their parents' emotions.
The Cookie Story
- Leslie Sanchez shares a personal story about setting a boundary with her sister regarding buying cookies.
- This story highlights the fear and guilt associated with boundary setting, and the positive outcome that can result.