Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness

Adolescent Mental Health Treatment in Massachusetts

Helping Teens Build Healthier, More Confident Futures

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness provides adolescent mental health treatment in Massachusetts for teens experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, behavioral challenges, and other mental health concerns. Through personalized, evidence-based care, we help adolescents and their families develop coping skills, strengthen emotional well-being, and build a foundation for lasting progress.

Trusted Adolescent Mental Health Care for Massachusetts Families

Finding the right mental health treatment for your teen can feel overwhelming. Our adolescent-focused programs combine experienced clinicians, evidence-based therapies, individualized treatment planning, and family support in a structured outpatient environment.

With adolescent mental health treatment centers in Lynnfield and Braintree, Massachusetts, we help teens develop healthier coping skills, improve emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and make meaningful progress at home, at school, and in everyday life.

What We Treat

Specialized Treatment for Adolescent Mental Health Conditions

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness provides specialized treatment for a range of adolescent mental health and behavioral concerns. Our clinicians develop individualized treatment plans based on each teen’s symptoms, needs, and goals.

Making Adolescent Mental Health Care More Accessible

Finding the right care for your teen shouldn’t be complicated by insurance concerns. We work with many major insurance providers, and our admissions team can help verify your benefits, explain your coverage, and review available treatment options.

Our Adolescent Mental Health Programs

Levels of Care at the MA Center for Adolescent Wellness

Our structured outpatient programs provide adolescents with different levels of support based on their individual needs while helping them stay connected to family, school, and everyday responsibilities. From day treatment and after-school programming to aftercare and alumni support, our continuum of care is designed to support teens throughout treatment and beyond.

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Teen Day Treatment

Our teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Massachusetts provides structured daytime mental health care for adolescents who need a higher level of clinical support while remaining connected to home and family life.

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After-School Outpatient Program (IOP)

Our teen IOP in Massachusetts provides structured mental health treatment designed around school and family responsibilities. The after-school program allows teens to receive ongoing therapeutic and clinical support.

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Aftercare Program for Teens

Our teen aftercare program provides continued guidance and support following primary treatment, helping adolescents maintain progress, strengthen healthy coping strategies, and navigate the transition into everyday life.

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Alumni Program for Teens

Our teen alumni program provides continued connection and community after treatment is completed. Teens and families can stay engaged with a supportive network designed to encourage ongoing growth and accountability.

Personalized Treatment

Individualized treatment plans designed around each teen’s mental health needs, strengths, challenges, and treatment goals.

Adolescent-Focused Clinicians

Experienced mental health professionals providing compassionate, developmentally appropriate care for teens and their families.

Evidence-Based Therapies

Proven therapeutic approaches help teens develop healthier coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and build resilience.

Family-Centered Support

Families are supported throughout the treatment process, helping strengthen communication, understanding, and continued progress at home.

Our Therapies

Evidence-Based Therapy for Teens and Adolescents

Our adolescent mental health programs incorporate evidence-based and supportive therapies designed to address emotional, behavioral, and family needs.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Family Therapy

Group Therapy

Trauma-Informed Care

Art & Music Therapy

Our Adolescent Mental Health Treatment Facilities in Massachusetts

Adolescent Mental Health Treatment in Lynnfield & Braintree, MA

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness serves teens and families through two treatment locations in Massachusetts. Both centers provide supportive environments designed specifically for adolescents receiving mental health treatment.

North Shore
Lynnfield, Massachusetts
Our Lynnfield adolescent mental health center provides structured outpatient treatment for teens and families throughout the North Shore and surrounding Massachusetts communities.
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South Shore
Braintree, Massachusetts
Our Braintree adolescent mental health center provides teen mental health treatment for families throughout the South Shore and surrounding Massachusetts communities.
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Our admissions team is here to help you understand your options and find the right support for your teen.

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Trusted by Families Across Massachusetts

Read what families are saying about their experiences with Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness, from compassionate clinical care to personalized treatment and ongoing family support.

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Dina Fowler
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Eveeyone at MCAW was professional, friendly and personable. My daughter had a positive experience.
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Greatly appreciated the Kindness kit, that were giving to my grandson it brought him a big smile on his face this morning 🙏💕🥰
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as someone who went here for php i loved making new friends there! and everyone’s story was fascinating. the staff are really helpful and friendly. but, as a person with dissociation problems, they didn’t really help that. but i really liked the peers!
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Michael Byrd
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Working with MCAW has been an extremely beneficial experience for myself and my daughter. We have both learned new coping skills for my daughter to deal with her anxiety and depression. I would highly recommend any adolescent going through any sort of mental health issue to seek out MCAW for their expertise and insight. They were not only helpful during my daughter's PHP, but they are also very actively following up with my daughters well-being. They just don't end treatment when the PHP is over, they continually follow up to make sure that my daughter is actively progressing in her mental health struggles.
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Lindy
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unfortunately my child did not have a good experience here. it seems like MCAW cares more about getting as many kids enrolled as they can, rather than providing quality clinical care. i got this impression because my child shared with me that there were constantly intakes happening and several new kids coming in daily, so much so that there was barely enough space in the groups for kids to sit, let alone enough time for the kids to talk. my kid said they loved the clinicians, but the caseloads are simply too high for them to be able to adequately provide care. management was also non-existent unfortunately, would've liked to be able to share my experience with them.
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Michelle Thomas
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I was disappointed with this program due to the large group size. There were 23 children in my stepdaughter’s group, which significantly increased her anxiety and caused her to feel overstimulated. As a result, she was unable to retain much of the information or skills being taught. For children who require smaller, therapeutic environments, this setting may not be appropriate. If I had known the group would be larger than her classroom at school, I would have sought services elsewhere.
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The entire program from admission to discharge was exceptional! The staff and therapists were supportive, informative, actively involved, and understanding of each adolescent's needs'. I highly recommend MCAW for any family in need of professional guidance.
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Rose
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i went here last year at age 13. i was really struggling. i got better so fast and i met so many good friends i speak to today. i am so glad this place is here.
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Teen Mental Health Treatment in Massachusetts

What Treatment Options Are Available for Teens With Anxiety in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness provides personalized anxiety treatment for teens and adolescents at our Lynnfield and Braintree, Massachusetts locations. Treatment may include structured programs such as Day Treatment (PHP) and After-School Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), along with evidence-based therapies designed to help teens manage anxiety, develop healthier coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and build confidence.

What Mental Health Conditions Do You Treat?

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness treats a range of adolescent mental health and behavioral conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, disorder, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, attachment disorders, dissociative disorders, borderline personality disorder, substance use, and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Treatment is individualized based on each teen's needs and treatment goals.

Do You Accept Insurance for Adolescent Mental Health Treatment in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness accepts various insurance plans for adolescent mental health treatment. Families can contact the admissions team to verify insurance benefits and coverage before beginning treatment. Coverage and benefits vary by individual insurance plan.

How Are PHP and IOP Different From Traditional Outpatient Therapy?

Partial Hospitalization (PHP) provides structured daytime treatment and a higher level of support for teens who need more intensive care. Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) provides structured treatment with greater flexibility, including an after-school option designed around school and family life. Both provide more structured support than standard outpatient therapy while allowing adolescents to continue living at home.

Can My Teen Continue School While Attending Mental Health Treatment?

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness offers an After-School Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) designed to fit around school and family life. This option can allow appropriate adolescents to receive structured mental health treatment while maintaining their school routine and living at home.

What Happens After My Teen Completes Treatment?

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness offers aftercare and an alumni program for teens to provide continued support following primary treatment. Aftercare focuses on continued guidance and relapse prevention, while the alumni program provides opportunities for teens and families to remain connected to a supportive community after treatment.

Where Are Your Adolescent Mental Health Treatment Centers in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness has treatment locations in Lynnfield and Braintree, Massachusetts. Both locations provide in-person adolescent mental health treatment in supportive environments designed for teens and their families.

What Therapies Do You Use for Adolescent Mental Health Treatment?

Treatment may incorporate evidence-based and supportive approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), family therapy, group therapy, trauma-informed care, and art and music therapy. The specific therapeutic approach depends on each adolescent's clinical needs and treatment plan.

Have More Questions About Your Child’s Treatment?

Our admissions team can help you explore treatment options, understand insurance coverage, and find appropriate care for your family.

Why Families Choose Massachusetts Center
for Adolescent Wellness

Choosing the right mental health treatment for your teen is an important decision. At Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness, we provide specialized, individualized care designed around the unique emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs of adolescents.

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♡ Care designed around your teen.

Adolescent-Focused Clinical Care

Licensed clinicians and mental health professionals experienced in supporting teens with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Individualized treatment plans are developed around each teen’s specific needs, strengths, challenges, and treatment goals.

Evidence-Based Therapies

Our programs incorporate evidence-based and supportive approaches, including CBT, DBT, family therapy, group therapy, trauma-informed care, and creative therapies.

Inclusive & Supportive Environment

We provide an inclusive treatment environment, including dedicated support for LGBTQ+ adolescents and their unique mental health needs.

Family-Centered Support

Families are supported throughout the treatment process, with an emphasis on strengthening communication, relationships, and continued progress at home.

Continued Support After Treatment

Aftercare and alumni programming help teens and families stay connected and support continued progress following primary treatment.

Our Experts

Compassionate Experts, Personalized Care

Recovery begins with the right support. Our experienced clinicians, therapists, and care professionals are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique needs every step of the way.

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Dr Anglemyer, D.O.

Medical Director
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Kara DeBlois, LICSW

Clinical Director South Shore
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Edith Ortiz, LICSW

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Tiffany Leyne

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Let’s Find the Right Support for Your Teen

Taking the first step toward mental health treatment can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure everything out on your own.

Share a few details with us, and a member of our admissions team will contact you to learn more about your teen’s needs, answer your questions, and help you understand the treatment options available at Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness.

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Your family’s privacy is important to us. Your conversation with our admissions team will be handled with care and discretion.

No Pressure, No Obligation

Getting information doesn’t commit you to treatment. We’re here to answer your questions and help you understand your options.

Guidance for Your Family

Every teen’s needs are different. Our admissions team will help you understand available programs and the next steps that may be appropriate for your family.

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