Franciscan Children’s

An independent, private, non-profit hospital.

ADMISSIONS: 24 hour referral line for community based acute treatment or inpatient mental health program, 800-333-0338. For information on the outpatient mental health services (therapy, testing and medication management): 617-254-3800, ext 3141.

CHILD/ADOLESCENT: Inpatient program offers services for children in psychiatric crisis.

COMMUNITY BASED ACUTE TREATMENT: Program offers treatment and stabilization in structured residential setting for ages 4-14 who are experiencing behavioral or emotional problems.

MULTIDISCIPLINARY EVALUATION PROGRAM: Comprehensive 2-day evaluation for children who are experiencing behavioral or emotional problems at home, school or community.

CHILDREN’S WELLNESS INITIATIVE: School based mental health counseling services combined with outreach, education and prevention.

EXPRESSIVE THERAPY: Clinic and hospital based services including individual and group therapy, working with a variety of modalities (art, music, movement).

SPECIALTIES: Crisis stabilization, autism, depression, anxiety, ADD, OCD, developmental disabilities, bipolar disorder, trauma, strength-based care, ABA.

INSURANCE: Most carriers including MassHealth.

COMMENTS: Inpatient program managed in partnership with McLean Hospital of Belmont, MA and licensed by DMH. Franciscan Children’s is accredited by the Joint Commission.

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