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The Center for Effective Therapy

An outpatient clinic that provides evidence-based treatment and mental health assessments with locations in Boston and Waltham

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Manville School

A K-10 special education school providing support for students with behavioral, emotional, or learning challenges

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A college prep program for students on the spectrum with social language and anxiety challenges

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We help children with a range of mental health challenges and learning difficulties. Through evidence-based treatment and programs tailored to the unique challenges they face, children and families can thrive.

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Healthy communities start with healthy families. We are a preeminent voice and active resource on issues of children's mental health and advocate for change through our policy and advocacy initiatives.

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We work with both students and established professionals to educate and apply the principles of evidence-based treatments. We offer a wide range of different training opportunities across our programs.

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Educating the next generation of mental health providers.

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Evidence-Based Policy Institute

Exploring pressing issues impacting children’s mental health and identifying actionable solutions.

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Ensuring that all children and families have access to the highest quality care.

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Event Pathways to Neurobiology-Based Interventions in Autism Spectrum Disorder March 05, 2025

Two main approaches are being pursued to identify new medication treatments that may benefit children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The first and most common approach is to evaluate a treatment in…

Event Strategies For Child & Teen Safety On The Internet February 27, 2025

In this seminar, we discuss common challenges and safety concerns that come with access to the internet for kids and teens and how to manage your child’s internet use in a fair, consistent, and safe…

News The Baker Center's 2024 Impact Report February 18, 2025

We are pleased to present our 2024 Impact Report: a collection of statistics, stories, and more which display the measurable impact The Baker Center has had on our community within the year. We are so…

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Therapy, assessments, and treatment

The Center for Effective Therapy

Special education services

Manville School

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Camp Baker

College prep and support

Next Step

Latest Resources

Strategies For Child & Teen Safety On The Internet

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Strategies For Child & Teen Safety On The Internet

Internet Safety and Your Child

Blog

Internet Safety and Your Child

Parent Talk - Sticking to Resolutions

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Parent Talk - Sticking to Resolutions

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