461: Understanding Codependency with Michelle Farris

Dec 16, 2024

Michelle Farris, a licensed psychotherapist and anger management specialist, dives into the complexities of codependency and its effects on relationships. She shares personal reflections on recognizing unhealthy patterns and prioritizing self-care, especially during the holiday season. The discussion highlights the differences between anger management classes and domestic violence intervention. Farris also explores the challenges of parenting with codependency, urging parents to foster independence while maintaining their own well-being.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Exploring Growth Through Therapy: Codependency and Anger Management

04:20 • 2min

Exploring Intervention Strategies for Domestic Violence

06:35 • 2min

Understanding Codependency

08:26 • 15min

Navigating Healthy Eating and Emotional Wellness

23:04 • 4min

Navigating Codependency in Parenting

27:07 • 9min

Healing from Codependency

35:44 • 9min

Reflecting on Insights and Valuable Resources

44:49 • 2min

Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week we're revisiting an interview from a couple of years ago with Michelle Farris.

I always found the concept of codependency confusing when people would try to explain it to me. I didn't realize I had some of these behaviors, which I thought were just part of my personality! I've spent years working on my attachment in therapy, and I can now see these patterned relational dynamics, which have been passed down through my family for generations, for what they are.

The first step to changing codependent relational patterns is to understand what they are! Michelle explains in such compassionate, clear and relatable terms. This topic comes up often during the holidays, and codependent behaviors tend to add to overwhelm and stress during this busy time of year. And those of us who are socialized as female are often expected to behave this way! I hope you'll enjoy this thought-provoking replay episode with the awesome Michelle Farris!

Visit Michelle Farris's website here.

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