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Therapy Groups

Structured group work has been a successful approach for many of our patients who are seeking mental health support. Attendees receive evidence-based information from our counselors on topics such as parenting, anxiety, depression, and strategies to support their well-being. If you are interested in one of our groups, please contact Carter, at (802) 735-4136.

To participate in one of our therapy groups, children must be patients at Essex Pediatrics.

Caregiver Support Network: For Caregivers of Children with Autism or Developmental Delays

Thursdays, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pmFacilitated by: Carter Bradshaw, MSW • Gretchen Paulsen

Join us as we connect you with other caregivers with similar experiences to yours. Share your challenges, successes and gain support.

To register, please contact Carter at 802-735-4136.

Essex Pediatrics Mental Health Group Space, Mount Mansfield Office
15 Brickyard Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452
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Caregiver Support Network: For Caregivers of Children with Persistent Mental Health Challenges

Tuesdays, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pmFacilitated by: Marley Powden, LICSWShannon Porter

Connect with other caregivers with similar experiences to you. Caregivers who are raising a child with a mental health challenge can come together to validate each other’s experiences, share advice and connect. Caregivers who participate have children with different levels of mental health challenges, but some examples include children that have needed a higher level of care, have a large treatment team or have persistent mental health challenges.

“Supporting my child in the mental health system can feel so isolating, it is nice to connect with other caregivers who get it”.

This group is facilitated by Marley Powden, LICSW and Shannon Porter, our mental health coordinator.

Essex Pediatrics Mental Health Group Space
15 Brickyard Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452
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Caregiver Support Network: For Mothers of Newborns

Thursdays and Fridays, 9:30 amFacilitated by: Katie Novogroski, RN and Stephanie Roberts, LICSW

Enjoy a cup of coffee and a snack while connecting with other mothers with similar experiences. This group is open to mothers of babies under seven months old. To register for either group, or receive additional details, please contact our family home support provider Katie at 802-383-8540.

  • Thursdays at 9:30 am facilitated by Katie Novogroski, RN.
  • Fridays at 9:30 am facilitated by Stephanie Roberts, LICSW.

Essex Pediatrics Mental Health Group Space, Maple Room
15 Brickyard Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452
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Home For The Holidays: A Group For Teens Enrolled in College

December 18th & January 8th, 5-6:30pm Facilitated by: Cath Burns, PhD

Did you have a busy and overwhelming Fall? Are you having trouble settling into break? Join us to debrief the fall semester, review coping skills and self-care strategies, and develop a resilient mindset before the return to school.

Essex Pediatrics Mental Health Group Space
15 Brickyard Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452
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Neurodiversity Club

Wednesdays 4-5pmFacilitated by: Cath Burns, PhDMental Health Group Interns • Marina Dimperio

Join us for games, discussion and snacks to connect with neurodiverse peers! Ages 12-14

Running for four weeks: January 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th.

Essex Pediatrics Mental Health Group Space
15 Brickyard Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452
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