On Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis
Teri Potter & Catherine Borgman-Arboleda
11 episodes
3 weeks ago
What if the bravest thing a parent can do is listen without trying to fix? Teri Potter and Catherine Borgman-Arboleda sit down with Catherine's daughter, Caya, who has lived the realities of anxiety, addiction, and the mental health system. Her candour cuts through platitudes as she explains how algorithms fuel risk, why peer groups often shape choices more than families, and what actually helps when a teen is spiralling: non‑judgmental curiosity, consistent safety, and love that doesn’t with...
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What if the bravest thing a parent can do is listen without trying to fix? Teri Potter and Catherine Borgman-Arboleda sit down with Catherine's daughter, Caya, who has lived the realities of anxiety, addiction, and the mental health system. Her candour cuts through platitudes as she explains how algorithms fuel risk, why peer groups often shape choices more than families, and what actually helps when a teen is spiralling: non‑judgmental curiosity, consistent safety, and love that doesn’t with...
On Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis
23 minutes
11 months ago
2. Catherine's Story - 'Beyond Behaviour'
In this episode, hosts Teri and Catherine share their personal journeys as trauma-informed parents navigating the challenges of raising teens in crisis. They discuss the importance of connection, understanding mental health issues, and the tools they have learned to support their children. Catherine shares her profound experiences with her daughter, highlighting the need for acceptance and the shift from fear-based parenting to love-based interactions. The conversation emphasizes the signific...
On Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis
What if the bravest thing a parent can do is listen without trying to fix? Teri Potter and Catherine Borgman-Arboleda sit down with Catherine's daughter, Caya, who has lived the realities of anxiety, addiction, and the mental health system. Her candour cuts through platitudes as she explains how algorithms fuel risk, why peer groups often shape choices more than families, and what actually helps when a teen is spiralling: non‑judgmental curiosity, consistent safety, and love that doesn’t with...
