The VVMA has partnered with McLaughlin Young and is proud to provide a Member Assistance Program (MAP)
 that offers support and resources you need to help address personal or work-related challenges and concerns.

This service is confidential and FREE for VVMA veterinarians and their household family members!

Please note: "Member" = VVMA Member
The MAP does not extend to any other employees in your practice.


For those members who may not be comfortable reaching out to the MAP via phone, click here for the form members can complete to request an appointment.
The completed form comes to our Intake Clinical team who in turn will reach out to the member to offer assistance.

MAP Updates:

4/18/23: MYgroup is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership to benefit your members. We have partnered with BetterHelp, a leading provider of online counseling and therapy services, to increase MAP access and utilization through easy-to-use technology.

BetterHelp offers a comprehensive online platform to access virtual counseling through chat, phone, and video. They also further expand our robust provider network to ensure accessibility and diversity.

Effective May 1, 2023, BetterHelp will be included in your existing MAP benefit at no additional cost. You do not need to enroll or purchase.

Please click here to read more about this update.


1. Call 800-633-3353

2. Visit www.mygroup.com; Click on 'My Portal Login'; Click on 'Work-Life'
   Username: vvma1894
   Password: guest

This program is for veterinarians, as veterinary student members are encouraged to utilize the many services and resources provided by their institution. 


  • Marital difficulties
  • Family problems
  • Parenting
  • Stress
  • Balancing work and family
  • Relationship issues
  • Work-related concerns
  • Depression
  • Alcohol & drug use/abuse
  • Grief and loss
  • Elder care
  • Healthy living
  • Crisis events

  • English & Spanish sites available
  • 7 content divisions: Parenting, Aging, Balancing, Thriving, Living, Working and International 
  • Searchable databases and resources, attorneys, certified financial planners, pet sitting, private and public high schools and colleges, and volunteer opportunities
  • Over 100 streaming audio files and 100 video files covering range of health topics
  • Savings Center: discount shopping program offering up to 25% discounts on name-brand items
  • Relocation Center: an interactive program that allows users to preview communities across the US


  • Free telephonic legal advice
  • Free 30-minute appointment for legal consultation with a local attorney
  • In most cases, 25% discount on ongoing legal services
  • Legal forms available to download (such as wills, power of attorney, etc)
  • Only legal encyclopedia
  • Does not cover disputes or actions involved employer, AP or business issues


  • Free financial counseling appointments
  • Issues addressed include bankruptcy, budgeting, buying a home, college savings, retirement planning
  • Educational materials and financial worksheets provided prior to appointments
  • 40 financial calculators available online
  • ID theft recovery through credit monitoring
  • Discounted credit reports

3801 Westerre Parkway, Suite D
Henrico, Virginia 23233

Phone: (804) 346-2611
Fax: (804) 346-2655

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