Pia Mellody creates a framework for identifying codependent thinking, emotions and behaviour and provides an effective approach to recovery. Mellody sets forth five primary adult symptoms of this crippling condition, then traces their origin to emotional, spiritual, intellectual, physical and sexual abuses that occur in childhood. Central to Mellody’s approach is the concept that the codependent adult’s injured inner child needs healing. Recovery from codependence, therefore, involves clearing up the toxic emotions left over from these painful childhood experiences.

Aryn, Restore Dignity

If you thought you knew what co-dependency was you are probably mistaken. This is an area few victims of abuse realize they suffer from. As a secular clinician Pia offers an interesting perspective to the healing journey. She clearly sheds light on the healing process through real examples of the effects of trauma in relationships.