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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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Fearless Friends Bravery Program

A fun, short-term summer program to help kids with selective mutism and social anxiety build confidence and bravery.

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Manville School

A K-12 special education school providing support for students with behavioral, emotional, or learning challenges.

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Camp Baker

Camp Baker is a summer treatment program designed as a fun camp for children struggling with ADHD and related challenges, who may struggle in other programs.

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Next Step

A college prep program for students with social language and anxiety challenges, including those on the autism spectrum.

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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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Parent Talk - Creating Caregiver Connections

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Sleep Hygiene and Healthy Sleep Habits

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Sleep Hygiene and Healthy Sleep Habits

Mental Health Considerations for Children with Chronic Illness

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Mental Health Considerations for Children with Chronic Illness

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Event MATCH Therapist Training September 21, 2026

The Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems (MATCH), is an evidence-based counseling program for children and teenagers, ages 6-15, and their…

Event Sleep Hygiene and Healthy Sleep Habits July 30, 2026

In this seminar, we will discuss the importance of sleep for developing children and teens, sleep hygiene, and tips for encouraging healthy sleep habits at home.

Event Next Step Summer Session 2026 July 26, 2026

Next Step is designed to help students with social language and anxiety challenges prepare for college. The program serves as a simulation for independent living.

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Therapy, assessments, & treatment

The Center for Effective Therapy

Coaching for social anxiety & selective mutism

Fearless Friends Bravery Program

Special education services

Manville School

Finding a summer camp

Camp Baker

College prep and support

Next Step

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For Children & Families

For Change Makers

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Latest Resources

Parent Talk - Creating Caregiver Connections

Newsletter

Parent Talk - Creating Caregiver Connections

Sleep Hygiene and Healthy Sleep Habits

Webinar

Sleep Hygiene and Healthy Sleep Habits

Mental Health Considerations for Children with Chronic Illness

Blog

Mental Health Considerations for Children with Chronic Illness

Resources for caregivers

Parent Guides

Webinars and virtual discussions

Webinars

Blog posts and helpful tips

Blog Posts

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