Jeff Jones

Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery

Jeff Jones

  • 47: A Peek into the Roots of Codependency and Labels with Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT

47: A Peek into the Roots of Codependency and Labels with Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT

Wednesday 26th June 2019

Darlene Lancer explores codependency and labels, offering insights on family dynamics and healing in addiction recovery.
31 minutes
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Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery
Author:
Jeff Jones
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Understanding Codependency and Labels with Darlene Lancer

Codependency is learned, and those are things that we can learn absolutely.
Imagine if the roots of addiction could be traced back to something as fundamental as our relationships and the labels we carry. In this eye-opening episode of 'Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery', Jeff Jones welcomes Darlene Lancer, a former lawyer turned Marriage and Family Therapist, to delve into these critical issues. Darlene shares her journey from law to therapy, revealing how her own experiences shaped her understanding of codependency and the harmful effects of labeling.
She discusses how codependency is often a learned behavior that can deeply affect family dynamics, especially when addiction is involved. Darlene emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-discovery as pathways to healing, offering practical advice on dealing with narcissists and reconnecting with one's true self. With her unique blend of professional insight and personal experience, Darlene provides listeners with actionable steps to break free from codependency and thrive as individuals and families.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of addiction and recovery within the family unit.