ABOUT THIS EPISODE
To Read my book on Parentification: https://www.amazon.com/author/angelgill
In this episode of Therapy with Angel, we explore the psychological concept of parentification — a childhood trauma pattern where a child is forced to take on adult responsibilities emotionally, physically, or psychologically.
Many people who identify as the “strong one” in their family, the caretaker, or the emotionally responsible child often experienced parentification without realizing it.
We will explore:
- what parentification means in psychology
- signs you may have been a parentified child
- emotional consequences in adulthood
- hyper-independence and emotional suppression
- difficulty receiving care and support
- inner child wounds and emotional neglect patterns
This episode is especially helpful for anyone who struggles with:
- chronic over-responsibility
- emotional burnout
- difficulty expressing needs
- feeling like they had to “grow up too soon”
Through a psychological lens, we break down how childhood emotional roles shape adult relationships, self-worth, and nervous system patterns.
🎧 This is part of a series on inner child healing, trauma recovery, and emotional awareness.
