Supporting Your Child With Big EmotionsDownload this PDF for resources, tips, and essential information on supporting your child through their experience with big emotions.
Managing Frustration Download this PDF for resources, tips, and essential information on supporting your child through their experience with frustration.
Web Resources
On Demand Course: Parenting Challenging BehaviorsEmpower yourself with effective strategies to nurture your strong-willed child's potential and foster family connection. For parents of children ages 2-8.
What To Do When Your Temper Flares, by Dawn Huebner, PhD
Out of A Jar, by Deborah Marcero
The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions, by Anna Llenas
In My Heart: A Book of Feelings, by Jo Witek
The Boy With Big, Big Feelings, by Britney Winn Lee
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.