by monicaborschel | Oct 16, 2019 | Emotions, Relationships, Self-Esteem
Max grew up as an only child with a single mother. Max’s father left his mother before he was born. Because of this, his mother had to work long hours to provide for both of them. He often felt like he had to protect her, and that she was unable to be there...
by monicaborschel | Oct 9, 2019 | Parenting, Relationships, Trauma
David and Ann have been married for twelve years and have three children under the age of ten. David works long hours and comes back home stressed and tired. David and Ann have frequent arguments, and David becomes physically and verbally abusive towards Ann and...
by Dr Monica Borschel | Oct 2, 2019 | Anxiety, Relationships, Self-Esteem
The worry of what others think of you can lead to feelings of insecurity and fear. Social anxiety is common and can be a minor annoyance or when more severe, lead to panic attacks. The panic attacks can lead to more anxiety because of the fear of the judgement of...
by monicaborschel | Sep 25, 2019 | Depression, Emotions, Psychology, Self-Esteem, Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder feels like you are in constant survival mode. There are days when the darkness overcomes you, but you’re not sure why. Your muscles are often sore and tense because they are preparing for fight or flight. You feel paranoid that...
by monicaborschel | Sep 18, 2019 | Parenting, Self-Esteem
Setting boundaries with a teenager can be difficult if they are rebellious. For the most part, teenagers are trying to gain independence from their parents to form their own identity. This can be a painful process for everyone involved. Parents have rules to keep...
by monicaborschel | Sep 11, 2019 | Parenting, Relationships
While commuting home, you realise that you still have unread emails and phone calls to make. At the same time, you are wondering if the kids made it back from school and what you will have for dinner. Earlier today, your client got upset, which in turn made your...
by monicaborschel | Sep 4, 2019 | Emotions, Love, Relationships
For the most part, people would like to find a healthy and loving relationship. People who have had complicated relationships in the past might be confused about what a healthy relationship is. As they are searching for love, friends and family might say things...
by monicaborschel | Aug 28, 2019 | Anxiety, Emotions, Psychology, Relationships
From time to time, an adult will seek my help because they feel like they can’t breathe around their parents. The feeling of not being able to breathe could be from anxiety or panic. Sometimes, we hold our breath without thinking when we are waiting for...
by monicaborschel | Aug 21, 2019 | Emotions, Psychology, Self-Esteem, Stress
Lashing out can happen for multiple reasons. Sometimes the person who lashes out feels a temporary release of stress and anger, but might later feel embarrassed or ashamed. Lashing out can be a response to past trauma, a self-protective response or a way to control...
by monicaborschel | Aug 14, 2019 | Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Trauma
If you are in a relationship with someone who has been abused, it can be confusing and sometimes frustrating. If the person has not been able to resolve the abuse in their mind, they might act in ways that push you away. They might lash out when they are feeling...
