by Dr. Monica Borschel | Nov 13, 2019 | Anxiety, Children, Parenting, Trauma
Anxiety is a normal emotion that helps to motivate us. Too much anxiety, however, can cause distress in the form of excessive worry, excessive drive to the point of exhaustion, panic and intense fear of failure and rejection. Children with anxiety sometimes are afraid...
by Dr. Monica Borschel | Nov 6, 2019 | Children, Emotions, Family, Grief, Trauma
Death is a difficult concept for adults to grasp, let alone children. However, children as young as four can understand finality. When children see adults grieving, they want to understand and will ask questions. Sudden death and tragedies can be more complicated as...
by Dr. Monica Borschel | Oct 9, 2019 | Children, Divorce, Parenting, Relationships, Teenagers, 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 | Sep 11, 2019 | Children, Parenting, Relationships, Teenagers, Therapy & Psychology
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 Dr. Monica Borschel | Nov 5, 2018 | Children, Parenting, Stress, Teenagers, Therapy & Psychology
The world seems to be moving faster, and competition seems to be building. Students today are often overstimulated and overwhelmed with academic pressure and social pressure brought on by social media. Here are some pointers to help your child at home. First thing...
by Dr. Monica Borschel | Aug 22, 2018 | Children, Divorce, Parenting, Therapy & Psychology
Divorce is a difficult situation for adults, let alone children and teenagers. Parents who are separating might be experiencing their own grief, sadness and anxiety. As an adult, you must be the secure base for your child or teenager during this time. Children are...
