The Baker Center for Children and Families

08/11/2025

CALLING ALL SUPERHEROES! On Saturday, October 25th, The Baker Center will host our 3rd Annual SuperK - inspired by our superheroes: the children and families we serve and their stories. Join us for a family friendly 1K/5K on the Charles River Esplanade. Can't attend in person? You can participate and make a difference virtually!

Help us grow awareness, break stigmas, and raise funds for children and families at The Baker Center. For more details visit www.bakersuperk.com

08/06/2025

Can you believe it's already time to start thinking about back-to-school prep? Don't handle the stress of the season alone! Watch our back-to-school webinar for some practical tips and don't hesitate to reach out to our expert clinical team for support: https://youtu.be/ANXVgSRdhjQ

This seminar will address the different challenges that returning to school can bring up for kids and families, and how to prepare for success in advance. Wa...

08/04/2025

Join us for August's FREE educational seminar featuring our expert clinicians: Rebecca Brigham, Corey Kinne, and Olivia Naya. In this webinar, we will discuss the nature and impact of grief on children and families, when to seek professional support, and what treatment can look like.

Register free of charge at bakercenter.org/navigating-grief

08/04/2025

Learn more about PCIT and how it can help improve relationships between caregivers and children by reading our latest blog post! bakercenter.org/pcit-4

07/29/2025

Screentime can be a tricky topic for caregivers! Often, you may feel like it's best to just give into demands for more screentime from your kids to avoid tantrums or fights. However, with the right approach, screentime can be managed appropriately and kids can be taught the safest ways of being online.

Do you have a child that's struggling with screentime? Contact us today for a free phone screen to discuss! bakercenter.org/cet

07/25/2025

Summer vacation can be both a fun and engaging period to spend time with your kids, and also a source of chaos and anxiety over the loss of a daily schedule. Kids with certain mental health conditions need the stability that a schedule provides and without that during the summer, things can get difficult! Our latest edition of Parent Talk dives into some practical ways you can help build an effective summer schedule. Read here: bakercntr.org/pt-july25

07/24/2025

We're honored to have our outpatient mental health clinic, the Center for Effective Therapy, be the focus of this article from the Bay State Banner. Our very own Dr. Meghan Geary, provides a great overview of the services we offer and why they're so critical for children and families.

If you'd like to pursue treatment for your own family, visit bakercenter.org/cet to get started today!

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Patricia Oduah thought her experience as a clinician and social worker would leave her prepared to parent kids coming out of the foster care system.

07/22/2025

Don't forget to join us for July's FREE webinar covering Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)! We will discuss the uses for Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, the research behind the approach, and some basic skills. Register at bakercenter.org/pcit-2

07/17/2025

We frequently hear from families who are struggling to understand their child's behavior and don't know what they can do to help them. Through Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), we're able to provide caregivers like Trish with the tools they need to improve problem areas and strengthen relationships and communication.

Does PCIT sound like something that could help your family? Reach out to us today and schedule a free phone screen! bakercenter.org/cet/get-started

07/14/2025

The start of a new week is the perfect time to start a new self-care routine! What are some of your go-to ways to practice self-care?

07/11/2025

Our Vice President of External Affairs, Dr. Gary Lyon, recently took to the stage to deliver the national anthem at a New England Revolution game in honor of ! We're so proud to see a member of our leadership team contributing to such a vital cause. Amazing work, Gary!

Footage courtesy of the New England Revolution.

07/10/2025

You may have heard about Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), but are unsure if it's right for your family. Don't just take our word for it! Read our latest Client Spotlight to hear from a parent who used PCIT to improve their relationship with their child and see big changes in their behavior: bakercenter.org/pcit-3