Grief and Loss: How To Support Your Child

Handout: Grief and Loss Download this PDF for resources, tips, and essential information on supporting your child through their experience with grief.
Supporting Your Child Through Grief with Ali Waltien MA, CCLSThis webinar teaches caregivers the definition of grief and loss. Ali reviews helpful coping skills, identifies variables that impact how a child experiences grief, and shares how we can support our children across environments. Please reach out to Shannon, our mental health coordinator with any questions (sporter@essexpediatrics.com)

National Alliance For Children's GriefThe National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them.
Dougy CenterDougy Center provides support to children, teens, young adults, and families who are grieving. The website provides resources (videos, podcasts, activities, handouts, etc) for families and children of all ages.

When Dinosaurs Die: A Gide to Understanding Death , by Laurie Krasny Brown & Marc Brown
Life Cycles, by Sam Falconer
Healing A Child's Heart After Loss, by Alan D. Wolfert
The Invisible String, by Patrice Karst

Schedule A Parent Consult Clinic Schedule a one time meeting with a member of our mental health team to discuss challenges you are experiencing with your child. This one time session is tailored to your specific needs. During the consult, you will be provided with resources, interventions to implement at home, and next steps. Call the front office to schedule!
Therapy GroupsGroup therapy has been a successful approach for many of our patients and families who are seeking support. Please see our therapy groups page for our current group offerings.