{"product_id":"thawing-adultchild-syndrome-and-other-don-carter-lcsw-9781475022711","title":"Thawing Adult\/Child Syndrome and other Codependent Patterns","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreak free from the invisible chains of childhood and reclaim your True Self.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you find yourself stuck in unhealthy relationships, people-pleasing patterns, or a constant fear of abandonment? These may be signs of unresolved emotional wounds rooted in early life experiences. \u003ci\u003eThawing Adult\/Child Syndrome and Other Codependent Patterns\u003c\/i\u003e is a compassionate guide for anyone struggling to understand the lasting impact of childhood trauma on adult behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by Don Carter, MSW, LCSW-an experienced therapist and author of the bestselling \u003ci\u003eThawing the Iceberg Series\u003c\/i\u003e (over 8,500 copies sold)-this book offers an empowering roadmap to break free from codependent cycles and rediscover the True Self beneath the layers of emotional adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany of the survival strategies we developed as children-such as people-pleasing, perfectionism, emotional caretaking, or withdrawing-are actually parts of us trying to protect the wounded child within. While these parts once helped us survive, they often become poor substitutes for healthy adult coping skills. When triggered, they can create cycles of emotional dysregulation, reinforce toxic shame, and perpetuate abandonment fears. Over time, this leads to recurring relationship dysfunction and negative core beliefs that block personal growth and intimacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll explore: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe psychological roots of Adult\/Child Syndrome and how it forms in childhood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe difference between the True Self and False Self-and how to reconnect with your authentic identity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to recognize internalized shame, perfectionism, or emotional caretaking patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical tools for healing emotional wounds and creating healthier boundaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes FREE access to: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA companion online course based on the book's teachings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMembership to the Serenity Cafe Recovery Portal with exclusive tools, meditations, and community access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is part of the transformative \u003ci\u003eThawing the Iceberg Series\u003c\/i\u003e, a collection of trauma-informed healing resources that integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), ego-state therapy, and emotional recovery work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStart your journey toward emotional freedom today\u003c\/b\u003e - visit https: \/\/portal.serenitycreationsonline.com\/i\/tacs-dls to unlock your free resources after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Don Carter Lcsw\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1475022719\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781475022711\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Createspace Independent Publishing Platform\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/08\/2012\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 252\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.75lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.53d","brand":"Don Carter Lcsw","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48518584828159,"sku":"9781475022711","price":15.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_74eabfab-165f-4a3b-be50-246de935e60b.jpg?v=1778734868","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/thawing-adultchild-syndrome-and-other-don-carter-lcsw-9781475022711","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}