Julie BordenJulie Answers: I Can Never Relax!The dilemma of the remote-working momDec 30, 2023Dec 30, 2023
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How do I come to terms my dad’s death?Nell’s question: My dad died when I was seven months old. I’m now almost twenty. I’m still not over it and don’t know how I ever will be. I…Nov 28, 20221Nov 28, 20221
Julie BordenJulie Answers: Afraid to try therapyMyla’s question: I have bad childhood memories, can’t silence my thoughts, and can’t form healthy habits or relationships. I know I…Feb 28, 2023Feb 28, 2023
Julie BordenJulie Answers: Why is it so hard for me to speak up?Sam’s question: I stress out when people sometimes raise their voice at me and I just don’t say anything.Dec 12, 2022Dec 12, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: Why can I never seem to find a sense of mental calm and stability?Larry’s question: Whenever I feel like things are moving in the right direction, it becomes off-putting for me. My mind cannot relax and I…Nov 7, 2022Nov 7, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How can I share my feelings with my partner without putting them on the defensive?Andrea’s question: I was raised by an ACoA and am now married to one. I find it challenging to bring up any negative feelings with my…Oct 25, 2022Oct 25, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How can I move on with my life and not be so fearful?Helena asked: I have been divorced more than 20 years and I have not been able to connect with any male or really anyone. I am not very…Oct 18, 2022Oct 18, 2022
InUnfaithful: Perspectives on the Third-Party RelationshipbyJulie BordenJulie Answers: How to Resume My Marriage After an Affair and How to Deal with Anger and Trust…Penelope’s question: My husband had/has an affair. We are all friends. I accepted certain terms and we both agreed to stay together and…Oct 6, 20222Oct 6, 20222
Julie BordenJulie Answers: Is online therapy a good option for me?Brittany’s question: I have complex PTSD. A lifetime worth. I’m a mother, and chronically ill, currently in a custody dispute with an…Sep 9, 2022Sep 9, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: Why do I feel sick when someone rejects me?Nora asked: Why do I feel sick when someone rejects me as a partner? I have so much self-doubt that I can’t be myself. I feel that I have…Sep 21, 2022Sep 21, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: What is the best way to respond to triggers and save my relationship?Lucas asked: I’ve been sabotaging my relationship for months now due to my reacting poorly to triggers. I don’t know how to communicate…Sep 26, 2022Sep 26, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How do I overcome my porn addiction?T.J. says: I’m trying to quit pornography, which has been a habit and a problem for me my entire teenage and adult life. I think it plays a…Jul 8, 20221Jul 8, 20221
Julie BordenJulie Answers: What are some affirmations, mantras, or self-talk that can reinforce self-worth?Pam’s question: I’m looking for certain techniques that can be used to validate self-worth in times of despairing loneliness. It’s quite…Aug 5, 2022Aug 5, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: Can past sexual shame prevent me from being sexually attracted to men or do I like…Tracey’s question: I think I developed sexual shame in middle school from masturbating to porn because I didn’t know at the time that it…Aug 11, 2022Aug 11, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How do I cultivate skills and coping mechanisms to navigate my life’s stressors?Paula’s question: I am a 55-year-old mother of three grown children. I work in the mental health field myself, and am familiar with trauma…Aug 26, 2022Aug 26, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How have I become this toxic person?Gabrielle’s question: I want to learn how to put more confidence and love into myself. I say I know my self-worth, but I allow people…Jul 28, 2022Jul 28, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How can I deal with health anxiety?Jana says: I have health anxiety. I’ve gone to several therapists who were not familiar with what that even is. I feel symptoms like…Jul 15, 2022Jul 15, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How do I fix my creative burnout?Fashion Designer asked: As a designer, I’m going through a period of burnout for over a year now. I’m not sure how to fix it and become…Jul 2, 2022Jul 2, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How can I find my own reassurance instead of relying on others?Violet says: I usually rely on my boyfriend to “fix” my anxiety and calm me down. I know it’s not fair to him and it’s affecting our…Jun 28, 2022Jun 28, 2022
Julie BordenJulie Answers: How can I get over the sudden loss of a relationship?Hank’s question: My girlfriend of five years ended our relationship suddenly by moving out while I was at work. I thought our relationship…Jun 16, 2022Jun 16, 2022