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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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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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What Behavioral Activation for Depression Treatment Looks Like

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What Behavioral Activation for Depression Treatment Looks Like

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The Purpose and Utility of Neuropsychological Evaluations for Children and Adolescents

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The Purpose and Utility of Neuropsychological Evaluations for Children and Adolescents

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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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Resources that explore 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 Breaking Through Stigma Community Health Fair February 28, 2026

A community health fair dedicated to reducing HIV/AIDs stigma and increasing access to care through health education, community dialogue, and connection. Presented in collaboration with Boston Public…

Event Evidence-Based Platform for Shared Decision-Making in the Treatment of ADHD February 04, 2026

Interventions for managing ADHD include medications, such as stimulants (methylphenidate and amphetamines) and non-stimulants (eg, atomoxetine, bupropion, clonidine, guanfacine, and viloxazine), as…

News The Baker Center for Children and Families’ Center for Effective Therapy… January 30, 2026

The Baker Center for Children and Families has been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) International for a period of three years for its Center for…

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Latest Resources

Parent Talk - Reestablishing Routines

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Parent Talk - Reestablishing Routines

What Behavioral Activation for Depression Treatment Looks Like

Blog

What Behavioral Activation for Depression Treatment Looks Like

The Purpose and Utility of Neuropsychological Evaluations for Children and Adolescents

Webinar

The Purpose and Utility of Neuropsychological Evaluations for Children and Adolescents

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