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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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Supporting Kids in Grief During the Holidays

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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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Quality Care Initiative

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

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Event Lessons Learned from 30 Years of Taking Care of Patients with Autism: AKA… January 15, 2025

Dr. Spence is a child neurologist with a PhD in neuropsychology. After faculty positions at UCLA and in the intramural research program at the National Institute of Mental Health, she was recruited to…

Event Managing Grief During the Holidays December 12, 2024

In this seminar, we discuss common symptoms of grief, why grief can be particularly challenging during the holiday season, and useful skills for interacting with your grieving child and family at any…

Event Pain, Progress, and Promise in the Assessment of Bipolar Disorder from… December 04, 2024

Bipolar disorders can be among the most debilitating conditions, with recurrent impairment and increased mortality. Both biological and environmental factors unequivocally contribute to risk. Yet…

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Therapy, assessments, and treatment

The Center for Effective Therapy

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Manville School

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Camp Baker

College prep and support

Next Step

Latest Resources

Supporting Kids in Grief During the Holidays

Blog

Supporting Kids in Grief During the Holidays

Managing Grief During the Holidays

Webinar

Managing Grief During the Holidays

Parent Talk - Bullying Prevention

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Parent Talk - Bullying Prevention

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