198: Dealing with Codependency in the LGBTQ+ Community with Miriam Geiger198: Dealing with Codependency in the LGBTQ+ Community with Miriam Geiger
The Addicted Mind Podcast
On today’s episode, Duane speaks with Marriage and Family therapist, Miriam Geiger, about the common issues that impact the LGBTQ+ community, specifically, around codependency and mental health. As a member of the community herself, Miriam Miriam helps gay, lesbian, bi and pansexual, transgender and queer folks dig deep to know themselves fully so they can lead bold, fulfilling and authentic lives.
39:12•12 Sept 2022
Miriam Geiger on Tackling Codependency in LGBTQ+ Relationships
“I think a lot of people in the LGBTQ+ community don't understand that a lot of the struggles they're having in their relationships are actually codependency issues.”
Ever thought about how trauma and discrimination shape relationships in the LGBTQ+ community? In this thought-provoking episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind welcomes Miriam Geiger, a licensed marriage and family therapist who brings her personal and professional insights to the table. Miriam, who is part of the LGBTQ+ community herself, sheds light on the unique struggles many LGBTQ+ individuals face, particularly around codependency.
She explains how overlapping issues like trauma, marginalization, and the lack of safe spaces can lead to unhealthy relationship patterns. Miriam doesn't just outline the problems; she also shares practical strategies for breaking free from these cycles. From setting boundaries to prioritizing self-care, her advice is both actionable and empathetic. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complex dynamics at play in LGBTQ+ relationships and seeking ways to foster healthier connections.
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