Co-dependency shows up in five distinct patterns, and each one needs a different therapeutic approach. Beyond the avoidance patterns we explore in this article, there are control, compliance, obsession, and denial types that your clients may present with. Understanding these variations makes all the difference in your treatment outcomes. Adult children of substance-dependent parents often display complex combinations of these patterns, which can make assessment challenging. That's where the Origins of Co-dependence workbook comes in, providing you with practical tools for identifying and working effectively with all five co-dependency types, helping you develop targeted strategies that truly fit each client's unique story and trauma history.