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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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Next Step

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

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Client Spotlight: The Power of PCIT

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Client Spotlight: The Power of PCIT

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An Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

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An Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

Parent Talk - Celebrating Pride

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Considerations for LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Care

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Considerations for LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Care

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Learn Inclusive Language: LGBTQ+ Terms to Know

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Learn Inclusive Language: LGBTQ+ Terms to Know

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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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Professional Training

Educating the next generation of mental health providers.

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Policy Resources

Resources that explore 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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News & Events
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Event An Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy July 24, 2025

In this seminar, we will discuss the uses for Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, the research behind the approach, and some basic skills.

Event Next Step Summer Session 2025 July 20, 2025

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.

Event LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health June 26, 2025

In this seminar, we examine the unique challenges that youth in the LGBTQ+ community face and the importance of inclusive mental health care to provide a strong foundation for future wellbeing.

Therapy, assessments, and treatment

Special education services

Finding a summer program

College prep and support

Client Spotlight: The Power of PCIT

Blog

Client Spotlight: The Power of PCIT

An Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

Webinar

An Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

Parent Talk - Celebrating Pride

Newsletter

Parent Talk - Celebrating Pride

Considerations for LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Care

Blog

Considerations for LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Care

Learn Inclusive Language: LGBTQ+ Terms to Know

Blog

Learn Inclusive Language: LGBTQ+ Terms to Know

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