Play versus academics and work
Annie was only 12, but she already felt burnt out ...
Date Posted: April 8, 2020
Written By:
Dr Monica Borschel
A Positive Outlook during this difficult period of time
The outbreak of COVID-19 is causing a lot of mental distress to people over the world. We are flooded by more news each day (including fake ones) and it can be overwhelming, leading to feelings of exhaustion on multiple levels. They can include constant stress and anxiety brought about by feelings of insecurity and uncertainty about the degree of ...
Date Posted: April 7, 2020
Written By:
Irena Constantin
The problems with isolation
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 into teenagers, we look to our peers and similar others to form our ...
Date Posted: April 1, 2020
Written By:
Dr Monica Borschel
Does online therapy work?
Online therapy can be a convenient ...
Date Posted: April 1, 2020
Written By:
Dr Monica Borschel
Art therapy for teens: Moving beyond hideouts and holdouts
Adolescence is a time of transformation that can often feel isolating or confusing. With the pressures of growing up, there is sometimes little time available to work through this period of transition. It might be worthwhile for the young person to have a space that he or she could recognise as their own. This could provide them an ...
Date Posted: March 26, 2020
Written By:
Stephen Radley
What is Mentalisation Based Therapy?
At one time or another, most of us may take things the wrong way. Whether at work, with our friends or loved ones, we could find ourselves misinterpreting where others are coming from, especially when the stakes feel high.
Date Posted: March 26, 2020
Written By:
Stephen Radley
