The Baker Center for Children and Families

04/06/2026

Inspiring stories of hope and connection like these are exactly the outcomes our Fearless Friends summer program aims to achieve. We’re here to lend a helping hand to all parents who feel lost and unsure how to help their kids struggling with extreme shyness, anxiety, the inability to speak, or many other issues related to selective mutism.

This week long intensive program in August is built around providing real experience speaking to strangers and in public, while also providing fun camp activities like arts and crafts and field trips. Learn more today at bakercenter.org/fearlessfriends

04/06/2026

Fearless Friends is a week‑long program with expert guidance to help kids practice communication, build social confidence, and make real connections. Through fun activities, small group support, and evidence‑based strategies, it’s an opportunity to build communication skills and confidence to transform the lives of kids in need of support.

This summer program is perfect for kids struggling with extreme shyness, anxiety, or the inability to speak in class or other settings. It’s mental health support that doesn’t spare on the fun of a typical summer program!

Don’t miss out on an early registration discount! Sign up by April 30th and get $500 off the price of enrollment. Visit bakercenter.org/fearlessfriends to learn more today.

04/02/2026

A bit belated, but it's never too late to celebrate ! Our latest issue of Parent Talk covers some key ways you can participate as a family: bakercntr.org/pt-mar26

04/01/2026

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03/30/2026

How exactly can we offer high demand alongside high warmth with our kids? Your natural instinct is to protect, so it can be incredibly difficult as a parent to try and set limits and boundaries. The good news? You don’t have to do it alone. Our team at The Baker Center are experts at guiding you through these processes and offering coaching and support. Even if you’re not quite ready to jump right into something, give us a call. Our team is here to answer any questions you have and address any concerns, big or small. Link in bio!

03/28/2026

Gentle parenting has become a big buzz word in the parenting community. Emphasis on warmth, connection, and understanding are absolutely necessary for building positive relationships with your kids. But it’s equally important to consider the opposite side. Building resilience, setting clear expectations, letting kids feel negative emotions like anger or frustration. These are all crucial lessons to learn as kids are growing into adults! And if this all sounds complicated, you’re not alone. Our expert team members are here to help you navigate! Give us a call or check out our website. Link in bio!

03/26/2026

It’s time for another spotlight! Jamie Schor is a Staff Social Worker at our Center for Effective Therapy and comes from a family of other social workers! You can book an appointment with a clinical social worker just like Jamie using the link in our bio. She and many of our other providers are well versed in treating many common childhood concerns like worries and fears, changes in mood, tantrums, bed wetting, sadness and depression, and so much more. Link in bio!

03/26/2026

Access support for college-bound young adults who struggle with communication, social anxiety, and executive functioning challenges! Our Next Step program is now enrolling for Summer 2026 at Boston University. Grab an early registration discount when you enroll before April 17. Link in bio!

03/25/2026

Access support for college-bound young adults who struggle with communication, social anxiety, and executive functioning challenges! Our Next Step program is now enrolling for Summer 2026 at Boston University. Grab an early registration discount when you enroll before April 17: bakercenter.org/next-step

03/25/2026

Getting reading for a neuropsych evaluation can be a big undertaking for both the child and the caregivers! It's okay to feel a bit nervous, but don't forget to practice healthy self-care to ease you and your child's mind and body. Read some tips for preparing in our latest blog post: bakercenter.org/np-3

03/25/2026

Some more bedtime insights! What are some of your go-to strategies when it comes to getting kids (and you) ready to sleep?

03/24/2026

Our VP of Culture and External Affairs, Dr. Gary Lyon, recently spoke on Shalupe Community Alliance's panel! Thank you so much Dr. Lyon for your thoughtful and inspiring words, and another thank you to Shalupe for having us!

Our Vice President of Culture and External Affairs, Dr. Gary Lyon, speaking on Shalupe Community Alliance's International Women's Day Panel.