Disentangling from Emotionally Immature People

In these pages, Lindsay Gibson gets to the heart of what we need to know when we are caught in cycles of relational pain. Whether with a parent or a partner, Gibson helps us identify our ‘healing fantasy,’ the hope that we will find that ‘elusive closeness’ with a person who isn’t able to connect emotionally. Gibson’s gentle guidance reduces the shame we may feel from repeated relational despair. * Kelly McDaniel, LPC, NCC, author of Ready to Heal and Mother Hunger *
The ultimate dilemma faced by adult children of emotionally immature parents (ACEIPs) is the choice between loyalty to self or loyalty to family. Lindsay Gibson’s gentle, compassionate description of emotionally immature behavior resolves that dilemma so ACEIPs can unlearn unhelpful patterns and set boundaries. This book offers reflective prompts and useful skills that guide the reader to reconnect with their inner knowing and move forward feeling more satisfied in relationships. * Laura Reagan, LCSW-C, integrative trauma therapist in the Washington, DC Metro Area; host of Therapy Chat Podcast; and founder of Trauma Therapist Network *
Once again, Lindsay Gibson provides a fantastic and uniquely comprehensive book dealing with the emotionally immature: parents, people, and parts of ourselves, too. Clear explanations and thoughtful exercises offer readers the opportunity to understand and reflect on the multifaceted concept of emotional immaturity and the tools and strategies needed to disentangle, grieve, and heal. The workbook format is a user-friendly resource for therapists to use with clients. Rich with practical information. * Judith Ruskay Rabinor, PhD, clinical psychologist; writing coach; and author of the memoir, The Girl in the Red Boots *

Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist in private practice who specializes in individual psychotherapy with adult children of emotionally immature (EI) parents. She is author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents and Who You Were Meant to Be, and writes a monthly column on well-being for Tidewater Women magazine. In the past, she has served as adjunct assistant professor of graduate psychology at the College of William and Mary, as well as at Old Dominion University. Gibson lives and practices in Virginia Beach, VA.

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