Franciscan Children's Outpatient Behavioral Health

In the outpatient setting, we offer assessment and treatment to children, adolescents and their families. We treat a range of emotional and behavioral needs including anxiety, depression, inattention and impulsivity, mood regulation, social skill deficits and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We also treat individuals who present with genetic and developmental disabilities, as well as those with complex health care needs. Our team of psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers and licensed mental health counselors provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive and evidence-based behavioral health services to each patient. 

We offer individual and family therapy to address the behavioral health needs of both the child and family. Clinicians specialize in a variety of modalities, ensuring the best fit for each patient and family. 

This program educates parents and caregivers about behavioral, developmental and psychiatric disorders. The goal is to equip caregivers with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage their child’s needs. 

We offer a variety of group therapy options for children and parents, providing a supportive environment for working through shared challenges. 

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The MASTery Clinic is a subspecialty program that specifically focuses on medical adherence (pill swallowing, needle desensitization, medical procedure preparation, tolerance of medical devices and coping with changes due to medical conditions or injuries), sleep and toileting issues. 

Our team of neuropsychologists offer comprehensive assessments for children and adolescents with complex developmental, behavioral, emotional, cognitive and social challenges.

Evaluations are performed by psychologists specializing in the assessment and diagnosis of children who exhibit symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with a focus on early detection and diagnosis for children between 18 months and 5 years old. 

All current therapy patients in the Outpatient Behavioral Health Services program have access to our expert psychiatric services from board-certified child psychiatrists if needed. Our providers offer personalized psychiatric care and treatment to support the well-being and development of each patient. 

The mission of the Franciscan Children’s Psychology Internship Program is to prepare doctoral students for competent practice of the profession of psychology in a variety of health care, behavioral health, and educational settings. Training focuses on service delivery, ethics, and sensitivity to individual and cultural differences. Current research findings and health care delivery trends are also included in the program.  Please see the brochure below for additional information. 

2026-2027 Psychology Internship Program Outline

For additional details about this program, please contact us at 617-779-1314 or email bhs-admin@franciscanchildrens.org. 

Questions related to the program’s accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation:

Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation
American Psychological Association
750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002

Phone: (202) 336-5979 / E-mail: apaaccred@apa.org
Web: www.apa.org/ed/accreditation 

We offer advanced practicum training for doctoral students in psychology graduate programs. Our program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to receive intensive training in the provision of therapeutic psychological services within an outpatient setting. The program is for advanced practicum students who can commit to 20-24 hours a week. All positions are confirmed following the principles and guidelines of the Massachusetts Practicum Training Collaborative. Please see the brochure below for additional information. 

2026-2027 Graduate Training Practicum in Psychology

For additional details about this program, please contact us at 617-779-1314 or email bhs-admin@franciscanchildrens.org or visit www.massptc.org.