Jemma,

I have a woman friend who has trust issues as well.  I think it stems from her father kidnapping her and her sisters away from their mother.  She’s seeing a therapist but I’m not sure if they are addressing that particular issue in their sessions since I don’t ask and she does not offer to share.  She has not been able to have a long term romantic relationship and I think it is because of her fears in trusting another.  She also has issues with her mother (she really does not have any female friends).

You say you won’t get better or over this issue.  I would think you won’t unless you focus on that to resolve within yourself.  Therapy is a good avenue to go to do so.  You said you have seen someone intermittently.  If you are serious about helping yourself in this area then go do that consistently and regularly.

Mark