Boston
Mental Health Services
The city of Boston is home to many support services for families seeking mental health resources. Select a topic below for resources and organizations relevant to the topic in the Boston area.
Youth Services
The city's schools, parks, and recreation department, and many nonprofit agencies work together to help families learn and grow.
For a wide range of out-of-school opportunities, visit BOSTONavigator, a collaboration of the City of Boston, BOSTnet, and Boston After School & Beyond to offer easy access to youth program information. Another resource for teens is Boston Youth Zone, which offers “activities, opportunities, and other fun stuff for kids and teens. By Boston teens, for Boston teens.”
In addition, you may select a category below to access resources drawn from the Boston Guide to Youth Services.
Community Websites
- City of Boston
- Boston Public Schools
- Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPED PAC): 617-635-7810
- Adolescent Wellness Program (Boston Public Health Commission)
- Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF)
- Boston Resource Net
- talklisten.org
Special Needs Camps
See our list of camps with a mental health focus.
Therapeutic Schools
Find schools with a mental health focus.
General Resources
- General Mental Health and Wellness Agencies and Organizations
- Parenting Advice and Support
- Children’s Health Care Initiative
- Local Hospitals
- Legal/Youth Advocacy Resources
- Libraries with Mental Health/Wellness Resources
- Special Education Resources
- Websites Especially for Teens
Can't find what you need?
Call 617-332-3666 x 411
Helpline available Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
