Ross Rosenberg

The Self-Love Recovery Podcast

Ross Rosenberg, M. Ed.

  • Codependency Is NOT a Control Problem — Critiquing Co-Dependents Anonymous with Chelsey Cole

Codependency Is NOT a Control Problem — Critiquing Co-Dependents Anonymous with Chelsey Cole

Thursday 12th March 2026

Join Ross Rosenberg and Chelsey Cole as they critique traditional codependency frameworks and explore the dynamics of narcissistic relationships.
32 minutes
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Honest
Eye-opening
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The Self-Love Recovery Podcast
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Ross Rosenberg
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Rethinking Codependency: A Critique of Co-Dependents Anonymous

Episode Overview

  • Traditional codependency frameworks may cause more harm than good.
  • Childhood experiences with narcissistic parents influence adult relationships.
  • Codependency is more about self-love deficiency than control.
  • Understanding narcissistic dynamics is key to recovery.
  • Traditional 12-step programs may not be effective for codependents.
"If we can just do and say the right thing, the narcissist will love us."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Join Ross Rosenberg and Chelsey Cole as they critique traditional codependency frameworks, including Codependency Anonymous, in this riveting episode of The Self-Love Recovery Podcast. Chelsey shares her personal experiences growing up with a narcissistic parent and how it shaped her adult relationships, offering a fresh perspective on the dynamics of codependency.
The duo dives into the crucial differences between grandiose and vulnerable narcissists, shedding light on how childhood experiences create a 'Relationship Template' that often leads to toxic partnerships. They challenge the idea that codependency is a control problem, proposing instead that it stems from an absence of self-love. This episode is packed with raw honesty and insights, questioning the effectiveness of traditional 12-step programmes for codependents.
You'll find yourself reflecting on the nature of relationships and the unconscious forces that guide them. So, are you ready to rethink what you know about codependency?
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