Divorce and Separation

Wed, Apr 23, 2025/by Shannon Porter

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Divorce and Separation

Downloads

Information for Caregivers: Navigating Divorce and SeparationDownload this PDF for resources, tips and essential information.
How Can I Help My Child with Difficult Experiences Such as Divorce or Separation?Free PDF with tips for supporting children through divorce.

Web Resources

Sesame Workshop: Resources For Dealing With DivorceHandouts, videos, coloring pages aimed at promoteing comfort and care during times of divorce or separation.

Recommended Books

Two Homes, by Claire Masurel
Dinosaurs Divorce, by Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown
It's Not Your Fault Koko Bear, by Vicki Lansky
What Can I Do? A Book For Children of Divorce, by Dawn Lawry
My Parents Are Divorced Too, by Melanie Ford
Was It The Chocolate Pudding?, by Sandra Levins

Essex Pediatrics Services

Parent Consult Clinic AppointmentSchedule 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!
Mental Health Care ReferralsEssex Pediatrics will coordinate referrals to the mental health group. Please be aware that there is a waitlist for individual counseling.
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.

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Urgent visits outside of regular office hours

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Monday – Friday urgent visits may be scheduled after 5:00 pm.

Saturday and Sunday urgent visits are available after 9:00 am, for limited hours. Call early to make sure you get an appointment.

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