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  • Counselors
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    • Individual Counseling
    • ACEIP Counseling
    • ADHD Counseling
    • EMDR Therapy
    • Emotional Freedom (EFT)
    • First Responder
    • LGBTQIA+ Counseling
    • Mental Health & Nutrition
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Red Lotus Counseling & Wellness

Empowering You to Find Your Voice and Live Authentically

Individual Counseling for Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

 

Growing up with emotionally immature parents can leave lasting marks on how we view ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. You may have been told your feelings were “too much,” found yourself walking on eggshells, or felt like the roles were reversed — where you were taking care of your parent’s emotions instead of the other way around.


If any of this resonates, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to carry this on your own.

What is Emotional Immaturity in Parents?

 Emotionally immature parents often struggle to manage their own feelings, prioritize their needs over their children’s, or connect in nurturing, consistent ways. They may be reactive, dismissive, self-centered, or emotionally unavailable — leaving children feeling unseen, unheard, or responsible for their parent’s happiness.


As an adult, you might find yourself:


  • Struggling to set healthy boundaries
     
  • Feeling intense guilt or anxiety when advocating for your needs
     
  • Overextending yourself to please others
     
  • Feeling emotionally disconnected or distrustful in relationships
     
  • Carrying shame, loneliness, or a sense of not being “enough”

how Counseling Can Help

Therapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore the lasting effects of these early dynamics and begin the process of healing. Together, we’ll work to:


  • Make sense of your childhood experiences
     
  • Validate your feelings and story
     
  • Break patterns of guilt, people-pleasing, and self-doubt
     
  • Learn to set and maintain healthy boundaries
     
  • Rebuild trust in yourself and your emotions
     
  • Nurture self-compassion and a sense of emotional security

why this work matters:

 Many adult children of emotionally immature parents carry invisible wounds into adulthood, often believing they're "too sensitive," "too needy," or fundamentally flawed. Counseling creates a safe space to challenge these internalized messages, reconnect with authentic feelings, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships — both with others and themselves. 


 It’s never too late to heal from the impact of emotionally immature parenting. You deserve relationships where you feel valued, safe, and supported — starting with the one you have with yourself. . 

Ready to BEgin?

 Reach out today to schedule a consultation or learn more about how counseling can support your healing journey. 

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