About Thrive Together
In the United states, ten to twenty million children and adolescents have some form of chronic illness or disability. For every child diagnosed with a chronic illness, there are many more that are undiagnosed. Children with at least one physical condition are 76% more likely than children without a physical health condition to have a mental health illness.
Thrive Together Mission and Vision
Co-founder Jessica Baird, a Child Life Specialist and Licensed Therapist in private practice in 2024, recognized the significant challenge in finding professionals skilled in providing services to children with chronic illnesses or medical trauma. With a full caseload and an extensive waitlist, she struggled to find suitable referrals for her growing list of clients. To address this unmet need, Jessica partnered with Marie Angier, a drama therapist and pediatric cancer survivor to launch Thrive Together.
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Thrive Together is a collective of pediatric therapists specializing in working with children with chronic illness or medical trauma. Our therapists are dedicated to helping children and their families thrive by providing the emotional support and resources needed to navigate the challenges of chronic illness. As child life specialists and mental health therapists, we are committed to providing compassionate care that addresses the unique needs of each child and family. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your child thrive.
