Sounds Like Therapy with Andrea Burkly is here to tackle the relationship struggles that keep you up at night. Let’s be real: managing the many relationships in your life—from your partner and kids to your co-workers, family, and friends—can feel like a full-time job. And it’s not always easy to talk about it, even with your closest people. That’s why each week, Andrea Burkly, a therapist and your honest, compassionate guide, dives into real-life relationship questions submitted by listeners just like you.
In each short, weekly episode, Andrea unpacks these messy situations, breaking them down to help you make sense of what's really going on. She’ll offer insight into human behavior, helping you find empathy for yourself and others, and share practical next steps so you can approach life’s toughest relationship hurdles with a little less stress. Whether it’s tackling issues in your marriage, sorting through parenting struggles, or navigating workplace dynamics, Sounds Like Therapy is your go-to dose of clarity, connection, and real-life advice. Because sometimes, what you need isn’t more self-help—it’s someone who really gets it.
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Sounds Like Therapy with Andrea Burkly is here to tackle the relationship struggles that keep you up at night. Let’s be real: managing the many relationships in your life—from your partner and kids to your co-workers, family, and friends—can feel like a full-time job. And it’s not always easy to talk about it, even with your closest people. That’s why each week, Andrea Burkly, a therapist and your honest, compassionate guide, dives into real-life relationship questions submitted by listeners just like you.
In each short, weekly episode, Andrea unpacks these messy situations, breaking them down to help you make sense of what's really going on. She’ll offer insight into human behavior, helping you find empathy for yourself and others, and share practical next steps so you can approach life’s toughest relationship hurdles with a little less stress. Whether it’s tackling issues in your marriage, sorting through parenting struggles, or navigating workplace dynamics, Sounds Like Therapy is your go-to dose of clarity, connection, and real-life advice. Because sometimes, what you need isn’t more self-help—it’s someone who really gets it.
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Some betrayals are so big, some secrets so shocking, that when the truth comes out, it splits your life in two—into before you knew and after everything changed.
That’s exactly what happened to today’s listener, who suddenly discovered that her family’s closest friends had been hiding deeply disturbing secrets for years. Now, her whole family is reeling. In this episode of Sounds Like Therapy, we talk about what to do when everything you thought was safe and familiar suddenly feels like a lie.
We discuss:
Whether you've lost a friend, been betrayed by someone you trusted, or simply felt blindsided by someone's hidden truth, this episode will help you navigate the disorientation of before and after—and start to rebuild your trust in others, and yourself.
If you want to stay connected with me between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast. This is also where you can submit your own question for the show, or send me a note to let me know what's on your mind (yes, it's really me on the other end!)
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🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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Lately, it feels like every conversation I have with women sounds the same: “I’m overwhelmed by what's happening in the world, and my husband just... isn't. In fact, he seems way too chill about current events... and I feel totally alone in my marriage. WHAT THE HECK IS HAPPENING?!?!”
I'm so glad you asked! And I'm so happy to tell you: I've got answers!
In this episode of Sounds Like Therapy, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most common dynamics I see in couples—especially when the world outside feels like it’s falling apart. I explain the basics of the attachment-theory based Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), how our nervous systems are wired to react to stress differently, and why your fights aren’t really about politics, the news, or social media—they’re about survival strategies.
We’ll talk about:
Whether you’re in the middle of a disconnect, recovering from a blowout fight, or just trying to understand each other better, this episode gives you the tools to stop the cycle and start reconnecting—even in hard times.
If you want to stay connected with me between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast. This is also where you can submit your own question for the show, or send me a note to let me know what's on your mind (yes, it's really me on the other end!)
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📣 Loved this episode? Share it with your partner and give yourselves a shared language to navigate stress and conflict better.
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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When your partner’s been away—whether for military deployment, long work travel, or anything else—life at home adapts. You figure out a new normal, even if it’s exhausting. And then, just when you’ve found your footing, they come home... and the transition isn’t always as joyful (or seamless) as you hoped.
Today, I’m answering a listener question about how to navigate the messy, emotional shift from solo parenting back to partnership—and how to help your kids adjust too.
Even if deployment isn’t part of your story, chances are you’ll face a family transition like this someday. Maybe it’s work travel. A kid leaving (or returning) from college. An aging parent moving in. Anytime the players in your daily life change, the routines, roles, and emotions have to be renegotiated—and it almost never happens automatically.
Inside this episode, I’ll share:
Transitions are hard—but they’re also a chance to build something even stronger. Let’s work through it together.
If you want to stay connected between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast. This is also where you can submit your own question for the show, or send me a note to let me know what's on your mind (yes, it's really me on the other end!)
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🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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Supporting someone with depression, addiction, or job loss isn’t just hard—it’s heartbreaking.
In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Stephanie, a listener who has been carrying the crushing weight of her husband’s depression and long-term unemployment.
After 26 years of marriage, she finds herself working full-time, managing the home, and barely holding it together—while her partner barely gets out of bed.
We talk through:
This isn’t a story with a tidy ending. It’s real life. It’s messy, and raw, and full of questions. But it’s also packed with insight, validation, and the kind of emotional support so many women in similar situations desperately need.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like no one sees the load you’re carrying—this episode is for you.
Just a reminder, in this busy season of life and business, I'll be releasing episodes every other week (want the deets? Listen here).
If you want to stay connected between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast.
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💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey - there is a submission box at the end of the short survey where you can write in your question.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend (or five!)
🎙 Tune in in two weeks for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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This isn’t the episode I planned—but it’s the one I needed to record. As I hide from my to-do list and attempt to pack for spring break, I’m taking a few minutes to reflect on turning 43, what this season of life looks like, and how different it feels from the decades that came before it.
Your 20s are for striving. Your 30s? Dismantling. But your 40s? There’s something else entirely that starts to unfold. A cracking open. A returning to yourself. A strength that surprises you. In this episode, I share where I’ve been, where I am, and what I see so many women around me experiencing, too.
I talk about:
Whether you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s—or just trying to catch your breath—this episode is for you.
Just a reminder, in this busy season of life and business, I'll be releasing episodes every other week (want the deets? Listen here).
If you want to stay connected between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast.
🔗 Join My Email List: https://www.andreaburkly.com/signup
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey - there is a submission box at the end of the short survey where you can write in your question.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend (or five!)
🎙 Tune in in two weeks for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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You know that moment when you're frustrated — at your spouse, your boss, your mom — and you just need to tell them how mad you are? Same.
But here’s the hard truth: venting isn’t the same as problem-solving. And if we don’t slow down and figure out what we actually want, nothing changes.
This episode is all about that one simple shift that can transform your relationships. I’m sharing a recent (and very real) argument with my husband that forced me to face my own bad habits—and the uncomfortable truth that emotional expression isn’t the same as fixing the problem. You’ll hear:
If you’ve ever felt unheard, dismissed, or stuck in the same fights over and over, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how to get real change—at home, at work, and everywhere in between.
Want to hear the original episode that inspired this reflection, listen here: I Feel Like I'm to Blame for Our Lack of Sex Life
Just a reminder, in this busy season of life and business, I'll be releasing episodes every other week (want the deets? Listen here).
If you want to stay connected between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast.
🔗 Join My Email List: https://www.andreaburkly.com/signup
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey - there is a submission box at the end of the short survey where you can write in your question.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend (or five!)
🎙 Tune in in two weeks for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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What happens when you’re in love, but your family isn’t? If you’ve ever had to navigate family drama over a partner, this one’s for you.
This week, I’m joined by my sister Sharon (aka Sissy) to tackle a question from a listener whose introverted boyfriend is struggling to win over her extroverted family.
Her family thinks he’s too quiet—to the point that her sister says she forgets he’s even there. Meanwhile, she sees a totally different side of him and feels stuck between the people she loves.
So, what should she do? Push her boyfriend to be more social? Tell her family to back off? Or just hope things smooth out over time on their own?
In this episode, we cover:
✅ The real reason her family is struggling with her boyfriend’s personality
✅ Whether it actually matters if your family approves of your partner
✅ How to support an introverted partner in a loud, opinionated family
✅ What she can ask of him (and what she shouldn’t expect)
✅ Why it’s crucial to establish boundaries with family before marriage
Plus, Sharon and I share a few personal stories—including one where I was very skeptical of her now-husband. (Spoiler: I was wrong!)
Just a reminder, in this busy season of life and business, I'll be releasing episodes every other week (want the deets? Listen here).
If you want to stay connected between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast.
🔗 Join My Email List: https://www.andreaburkly.com/signup
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend (or five!)
🎙 Tune in in two weeks for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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I’m doing something a little different today. Instead of answering a listener question, I want to bring you behind the scenes of my life and work—because there are some big changes happening.
For a long time, I’ve been balancing my therapy practice, this podcast, my family, and my dreams for what’s next. And honestly? It’s been a lot. Like so many of you, I’ve found myself trying to do everything at once, refusing to put anything down, and running into the same wall over and over again.
So today, I’m sharing why I’ve made a tough decision: for this next season - at least the next few months - this podcast will be airing every other week. I’m taking a step back—not because I want to do less, but because I want to do more in a way that’s sustainable and impactful.
And I want to invite you to reflect on your own life, too: Is there something you need to adjust, uncommit from, or rework so that you can move forward in a way that actually works?
In this episode, I’ll talk about:
✅ The reality of trying to build something big while managing real life
✅ The hard truth about why we resist scaling back
✅ A challenge for you to rethink what you’re holding onto
Plus: If you want to stay connected between episodes, make sure you’re on my email list—where I share thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes moments I don’t always talk about on the podcast.
🔗 Join My Email List: https://www.andreaburkly.com/signup
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend (or five!)
🎙 Tune in in two weeks for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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Valentine’s Day is here, and if you and your spouse are feeling more like roommates than lovers, you are not alone.
In this episode, I sit down with listener Allie, who bravely shares her story of feeling disconnected in her marriage—something so many couples experience, especially after kids. She and her husband are caught in the classic standoff: she needs emotional connection to feel physical desire, and he needs physical intimacy to feel emotionally close. Sound familiar?
We unpack why modern relationships struggle in this way, why you shouldn’t blame yourself (or your partner), and—most importantly—how to move forward together. If you’re feeling stuck in the roommate phase, this episode is your roadmap out.
PLUS: I’ve created a free guide to help you and your partner start strengthening your partnership in just 20 minutes a week. It’s available exclusively for Sounds Like Therapy listeners, so grab it now!
🔗 Get the Free Guide: https://www.andreaburkly.com/partnerbetter
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend (or five!)
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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We all want intimacy, connection, and partnership in our marriages—but what if we’ve been going about it the wrong way? In this episode, I break down why so many modern couples struggle after having kids, why emotional connection alone isn’t enough, and the one thing that must come first if you want a happier marriage. Spoiler: It’s not romance or communication—it’s good partnering.
If your relationship has felt unbalanced, if you’re keeping score, feeling resentful, or constantly arguing about “who does more,” this episode is for you. I’ll explain why we bring 21st-century desires to marriage with 20th-century skills, and why we must learn how to run our homes like a well-oiled team before we can ever hope for deep emotional intimacy.
PLUS: I’ve created a free guide to help you and your partner start strengthening your partnership in just 20 minutes a week. It’s available exclusively for Sounds Like Therapy listeners, so grab it now!
🔗 Get the Free Guide: https://www.andreaburkly.com/partnerbetter
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend (or five!)
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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If you’ve ever tried to set limits on your kid’s phone use and ended up in an argument, you’re not alone. One listener reached out with a common parenting dilemma: her 13-year-old son is glued to his phone, has unrestricted access to social media, and spends his free time either on his phone or playing Fortnite. She wants to set boundaries—but she also doesn’t want him to be mad at her for doing it.
In this episode, we tackle the uncomfortable truth about setting tech limits: there will be pushback, and that’s okay. I break down exactly how to approach this in a way that protects your relationship while making boundaries clear and enforceable. We talk about why relying on a teen’s self-control is a losing game (for all of us, honestly), how to set limits that actually work, and how to shift the conversation from control to connection.
You’ll Learn:
✔️ The four types of tech limits every parent should consider
✔️ Why boredom is actually good for your kid—and how to help them push through it
✔️ How to frame tech boundaries in a way that fosters responsibility, not just obedience
✔️ The surprising way humor and social media can help teens think critically about their own screen use
If you’ve been feeling exhausted from the constant power struggles over tech, this episode is for you. Let’s dive in.
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and mention how this listener's question resonated with you - you might just help someone else feel less alone.
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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Rebuilding after an affair is one of the hardest challenges a marriage can face.
In this episode, I tackle a deeply personal question from a listener who’s navigating the aftermath of her husband’s infidelity. She’s a working mom of two who’s been blindsided by her partner’s affair and is grappling with intrusive thoughts, unanswered "why’s," and the emotional toll of rebuilding trust. Together, we unpack what early recovery looks like, why intrusive thoughts are normal (and how to manage them), and the steps both partners need to take to heal and rebuild.
I also dive into why the season of raising young kids is so hard on marriages, how betrayal can shake us to the core, and why healing requires empathy and understanding from both partners—even when one bears the sole responsibility for stepping outside the marriage. Whether you’ve experienced an affair in your own life or are seeking insight into relationship challenges, this episode is a compassionate guide to finding your way forward.
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and mention how this listener's question resonated with you - you might just help someone else feel less alone.
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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How do we teach our children to love themselves when we’re still working on loving ourselves? In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with a listener navigating her own body insecurities while raising a daughter who looks just like her. Together, we explore the journey of healing, breaking the cycle of negative self-talk, and modeling self-acceptance for the next generation.
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and mention how this listener's question resonated with you - you might just help someone else feel less alone.
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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Feeling the New Year's pressure to overhaul your whole life, right now? Let’s rethink that.
After a too-short December and a too-long holiday break, New Years is coming in HOT with some be-more-do-better energy... and it feels like I'm already falling behind in 2025 (and it's only January 7th!).
Can you relate?
Instead of signing up for the slew of goals our society sets for us - the leanest body, biggest work accomplishments, most money, BEST YEAR YET! - I'm trying something a little bit different:
And I'm inviting you to do the same.
It's not your typical to do list to level up. Instead, it's a mindful way to set an intention for the year to come.
If you’re ready to set goals that feel good, not forced, this episode is for you.
We'll be back to listener questions next week, so make sure that you're subscribed to the show so you don't miss a minute!
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and mention how this little wellness check resonated with you - you might just help someone else (ME!) feel less alone.
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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HOLD THE PHONE! If you're feeling tempted to reconnect with estranged family members because it's the hollliiiiddddaaaayyyysss, you are not alone!
Maybe it's the twinkle lights. The traditions. The third glass of your mother's favorite wine. Or... worst of all... the hope that the season brings. But for some reason, the relationship boundaries that seem so clear during the rest of the year can get cloudy during the holidays.
But before you send the familial equivalent of "U up?" to your estranged family members...
Listen in as I tackle a question from a listener, Sarah, who wants to know if she should encourage her husband to reach out to his parents, who cut off contact from the family earlier this year. She asks:
In this episode, I cover:
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and mention how Sarah's call resonated with you - you might just help someone else feel less alone.
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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What can you do when your old coping mechanisms, like people-pleasing, no longer serve you?
This week, I’m tackling a listener question from a mom of two young kids who’s juggling work, caregiving, and household responsibilities. As a recovering people-pleaser, she finds herself falling into a pattern: doing too much, silently resenting her husband for not doing more, blowing up, and then feeling guilty about it. Sound familiar?
Here’s the thing: this isn’t about who’s good or bad at “helping.” It’s about navigating an inherently imbalanced season of life and learning to partner better - together.
In this episode, I talk to this listener about:
If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying the mental and physical load of your household while your partner coasts, this episode is for you.
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and mention how Julie's call resonated with you - you might just help someone else feel less alone.
🎙 Tune in next week for real-life relationship questions, insight that builds empathy, and practical steps to create happier, healthier relationships.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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When a romantic relationship ends, everyone understands the grief. You're “allowed” to cry, binge ice cream, and lean on your girlfriends for support. But when you lose a friendship—even a best friendship—that grief can be ignored because the person is "just a friend."
And yet, friendship breakups can be every bit as difficult as any other breakup, and can leave us grappling with sadness, self-doubt, and lingering pain that feels impossible to shake - something that today's featured listener, Megan, knows well.
Megan opens up about the end of a best friendship that fell apart during a difficult season in her life. Together, we’ll explore:
Whether you’re navigating the loss of a close friend now or still haunted by a friendship that ended years ago, this episode will offer the empathy, insight, and actionable tools you need to move forward.
Want to shape your mindset around suffering when recovering from a breakup? Check out Andrea's favorite book, When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chodron (this is an Amazon Affiliate link, and if you make a purchase through this link, I will earn a small commission. Thank you for supporting the show!)
💌 Have a relationship question you’d like featured on the show? Fill out the Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey and share your story.
📣 Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review and mention how Megan’s story resonated with you—you might just help someone else feel less alone.
🎙 Tune in next week for more real-life relationship struggles, fresh perspectives, and practical advice to create happier, healthier connections.
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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Ah, the holidays. Children laughing, people passing, and the smell of resentment thick in the air.
What? I’m not supposed to say that part out loud?
Here’s the thing: the holidays ARE magical… for the people not in charge of them. But for women - who often do the vast majority of the planning and purchasing and hostessing and cooking and cleaning and decorating, not just during the holidays, but the rest of the year - it can feel like same $#!*, different day… but on steroids.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
In today’s episode, I’m breaking away from listener-submitted questions to tackle something every single one of my therapy clients talks about this time of year: holiday overwhelm. If you’re tired of the endless “shoulds” and mounting pressure, let’s take some power back and change things up.
I’m sharing a simple, two-step strategy to help you get clear on what you really want this holiday season—and make decisions that actually get you there. Whether it’s setting boundaries, cutting back, or finding peace in the chaos, this episode will show you how to bring joy back to the holidays (without sacrificing your sanity).
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Ready to make this your best holiday season yet? Let’s dive in.
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Parenthood can be magical, but let’s face it: it's not great for your sex life. When you’re sleep-deprived, breastfeeding, and feeling self-conscious about your postpartum body, the idea of intimacy with your partner might feel impossible—maybe even repellent.
This week’s listener question comes from a mom of two struggling with the “ick” when her husband initiates physical touch. She loves him deeply but feels overwhelmed and unsure how to reconnect. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. In this episode, I break down why this happens (hint: it’s not just hormones) and share practical steps to navigate this tricky season.
We’ll cover:
This isn’t about quick fixes or guilt-tripping—it’s about creating a partnership where both of you feel seen, valued, and wanted.
Take a deep breath, mama. There’s hope, and it starts with small, intentional steps.
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UPDATE: The 2024 Gift Card Thank You Drawing is over - congrats to listener Rachel on her big win! - but the survey is still live! I want Sounds Like Therapy to be your favorite podcast, and your feedback directly helps me shape the show! Plus, you can submit your question for consideration for a future episode. Thanks for taking the survey! You're the best!!
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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In case you missed it… here in America we just had a presidential election which, because we’re so divided in this country, means that just about half of the country is celebrating while the other half is devastated.
And also now? We are just weeks away from the start of the holiday season, where we’re supposed to sit down with the political foes we call family and pass the peas without throwing punches! Is it any wonder that so many of us are full of dread?
If you’re anxious about politics ruining your Thanksgiving dinner, I think you’ll SO relate to the listener we hear from today, who shared her own worries about seeing her sister at Thanksgiving, after an intense political disagreement last month.
And even if you don’t, personally, have political discord in your family, stay with me - the insights I share about why humans fight, and the plan that I lay out to keep the peace at Thanksgiving, will be a guide that you can apply anywhere that humans congregate - from the boardroom to the PTA meeting, and everywhere in between.
How do we keep the peace without feeling forced to agree or, worse, getting drawn into a fight? This episode dives into real, practical strategies to manage family dynamics this holiday season. We'll explore why we’re wired to seek conformity, how today’s digital “tribes” fuel polarization, and how you can set healthy boundaries to enjoy a conflict-free Thanksgiving.
Takeaways
BIG (BUT EASY) ASK: Would you please take three minutes to fill out the super-short, super-easy Sounds Like Therapy Listener Survey? Not only do you get a chance to submit your own question, which may be answered on a future episode of Sounds Like Therapy, but if you fill out the survey between now and Thanksgiving 2024, you'll be entered for a chance to win a $50 GIFT CARD as a token of my thanks for your time.
UPDATE: The 2024 Gift Card Thank You Drawing is over - congrats to listener Rachel on her big win! - but the survey is still live! I want Sounds Like Therapy to be your favorite podcast, and your feedback directly helps me shape the show! Plus, you can submit your question for consideration for a future episode. Thanks for taking the survey! You're the best!!
Disclaimer: while this podcast sounds like therapy, it is not actually therapy nor is it a substitute for therapy, and while I am a therapist, I am not YOUR therapist. Please be entertained and encouraged, and seek appropriate mental health support from a licensed therapist in your community, if necessary.
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