Hear the latest podcast on codependency. Dr Nicholas Jenner discusses codependency as a means of controlling others: "We confuse codependency with love. We are taught that we are supposed to give all to the "chosen" one. One or two of my clients have said to me that it is better to be codependent that the alternative. Yes, it is the lesser of two evils but codependency is about insecurity and control..yes, control."

Dr. Nicholas Jenner is a counseling psychologist in private practice working with individuals, couples, groups and companies with a speciality in CBT techniques. Apart from seeing clients face-to-face, Dr. Jenner also runs a thriving online therapy business bringing help to those who find taking therapy online as convenient and tailored for their needs.