Toileting & Bedwetting Treatment

Compassionate, effective treatment that helps children build consistent toileting habits and ends the stress bedwetting can cause for your family.

Now accepting clients in-person in Boston and Waltham & telehealth across Massachusetts

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Open availability for appointments · CARF accredited · most major insurances accepted
   

Does Your Child Need Toileting Treatment?

Signs To Look For

  • Bedwetting past the age most children stop
  • Daytime accidents or withholding
  • Anxiety or embarrassment around toileting
  • Previous approaches haven't worked

Quick Facts

  • Ages: 4-12
  • Format: Individual + parent guidance
  • Length: 8-12 sessions on average
  • Delivery: In-person or telehealth

What Does Treatment Look Like?

We use behavioral, science-based methods to address bedwetting and toileting difficulties, addressing both the actual habit and any anxiety connected to it.

What You'll Learn

Toileting strategies and routines that actually stick.

What It Can Help With

Toileting anxiety or avoidance, including issues with urine (enuresis) and feces (encopresis).

Backed By Science

Behavioral therapy is the most effective approach for handling toileting problems.

What To Expect

30-45 Minutes

Typical session length

8-12 weeks

Standard length of treatment

1:1 + parent support

Standard treatment format

In-person or telehealth

Multiple options to suit your needs and schedule

How We Treat Toileting Issues

We Accept Insurance!

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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Harvard Pilgrim

  • Health Plans, Inc.

  • Tufts Health Public Plans

  • Tufts Commercial

  • Sliding scale private pay

Don't see your insurance listed? We are committed to making our services accessible and offer a sliding scale based on income. Reach out to speak with a member of our team today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Occasional accidents are common in elementary school, but we generally recommend an evaluation if bedwetting persists past age 4 or is causing significant distress.

  • It can be both. We screen for medical factors and address the behavioral and emotional side directly.

  • Our clinicians are experienced at making these conversations comfortable and low-pressure for kids.

  • Many families notice meaningful improvement within the first several weeks of consistent treatment.

  • Not necessarily. We screen for medical factors as part of our evaluation and refer out if warranted.

  • We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts Health Public Plans, and Tufts Commercial plans. If you have a different insurance plan, we can provide documentation that you may be able to submit for out-of-network reimbursement. We also offer a sliding scale to help make treatment more affordable for families paying out of pocket.

  • Reach out to our intake team, and we'll schedule your first session and walk you through what to expect.

Related Conditions

Anxiety, Worries, & Fears

All kids feel anxious, but if they have specific fears that prevent them from living their lives, it may be time to seek help.

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Behavioral Challenges

Your child's behavior may cause tension and make you feel like you're walking on eggshells. Getting support from a therapist can help improve these behaviors.

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Depression, Sadness, & Mood Changes

If your child is struggling with long lasting sadness or mood changes, it may be time to seek help.

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Ready To Get Started?

Choose the option that feels right to you.
 

I'm Ready To Schedule

The first step is a brief call with our intake team. We’ll learn about what you’re looking for, review insurance, explain the process, and help schedule you with a therapist.

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I Have Questions First

Not sure where to start? Get in touch with our team and we're happy to answer any questions you may have about treatment within one business day. 

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