by monicaborschel | Mar 18, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Human babies need caregivers because they are born helpless. This first bond between caregiver and baby develops our attachment system, which is linked to our nervous system. We learn as babies and then toddlers how to get our needs met through others. As we grow...
by monicaborschel | Feb 12, 2020 | EMDR, Trauma
Johnathon Johnathon was a high functioning hedge fund manager. He was successful and seemed to be doing well in his life except for in his relationships. As a child, his father would hit him, and he could never predict when the violence would occur. Whenever...
by monicaborschel | Dec 4, 2019 | Emotions, Family, Relationships, Trauma
Violence can come in multiple forms including verbal, emotional and financial intimidation. Physical violence is what tends to stand out in our minds because it threatens our personal safety. Acts of violence can stem from a feeling of lack of control, a desire to be...
by monicaborschel | Nov 13, 2019 | Anxiety, 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 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 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...
