Darkene Lancer is the author of Codependency for Dummies and Conquering Shame and Codependency: 8 Steps to Freeing the True You. She has worked extensively helping those affected by abuse, codependency, trauma, and addiction find recovery. She uses powerful, client-centered, evidenced-based techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral (CBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, EFT, hypnosis, and others.