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 Dealing with Stress & Anxiety in Children

A Group for Parents/Caregivers
For parents/caregivers of elementary aged children
March 2, 9, and 16 from 6:30-8:30pm
Cole Center, 179 Boden Lane, Natick
SPARK is proud to offer this new, free, 3-part facilitated group to promote well-being and address stress and anxiety in children with trained counselor, Jon Mattleman. In this group, parents will learn new skills and language to be of real assistance to their anxious children, as well as to themselves. This group will also provide resources and tools to help parents/caregivers help their young children manage emotions in healthy ways.  

Limited to 30 participants. Free childcare and meals will be provided. We ask you to commit to attending all sessions to build a cohesive and consistent group (and we understand that life happens, so this may not always be possible).

This program is made possible with funding and support from CHNA 7 MetroWest, the Natick Board of Health and Natick 180 .
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Meet our Facilitator!
Jon Mattleman  is a mental health counselor and trainer with 35+ years of experience working with children, teens, young adults, parents, and families. He frequently provides presentations and workshops to groups in a wide variety of settings including middle and high schools, colleges, community centers and workplaces.
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Tuesday, March 17 | 7pm
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Monday, April 6 | 7pm
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