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Children's Friend and Family Services - Lynn Clinic

The Lynn Clinic, part of Children’s Friend and Family Services (CFFS), a division of JRI, is committed to empowering individuals and families to thrive. We provide a range of comprehensive services, including Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy, Therapeutic Mentoring, and Young Parent Support — to help clients build on their strengths and reach their goals. Our services include individual, family, and group therapy in a supportive and inclusive environment.

 

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At a Glance
Outpatient counseling services addressing a wide range of mental health, behavioral, and developmental concerns through evidence-based practices.

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About

Our team has expertise in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-injurious behaviors, and we draw on a variety of evidence-based approaches such as ARC, SMART, Trauma-Focused CBT, A-CRA, CAMS, Triple P, Strong African American Families, Narrative Therapy, and Art Therapy. We have 18 treatment offices and 2 conference rooms for group therapy. We partner closely with caregivers, offering guidance, resources, and encouragement so they can confidently support their children through challenging times.


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Individual, Family, and Group Therapy

  • Treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, and high-risk behaviors
  • Individual counseling
  • Family therapy
  • Group counseling

Trauma-Focused Services

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT): Evidence-based treatment for ages 3-18 that reduces negative physical and emotional symptoms related to traumatic experiences

Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART): Uses gross motor play activities to increase youth's ability to tolerate feelings such as anger and frustration, build trust, and process overwhelming experiences

Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC): Evidence-based framework for youth and families who have experienced multiple/prolonged traumatic stress. Addresses attachment, self-regulation, and competency domains

Youth-Specific Programs

The Coping Cat Curriculum: Evidence-based treatment for children ages 7-13 with anxiety-related difficulties including generalized anxiety, social phobia, and separation anxiety

Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (ACRA): For youth ages 12-24, addressing substance use and related behaviors while promoting health, self-care, and recovery-oriented lifestyle

Therapeutic Mentoring Program: Structured, one-to-one support services addressing daily living, social, and communication skills

Family Support Services

Triple P (Positive Parenting Program): Evidence-based parenting program for children ages 0-12, providing simple and practical strategies to help parents build strong relationships and manage behavior

Family Support and Training: Structured, one-to-one, strength-based relationship between a Family Partner and parent/caregiver

Specialized Therapeutic Approaches

Horticultural Therapy: Indoor and outdoor therapeutic spaces, including a sensory garden for private sessions and ecotherapy interventions

Expressive Therapies: Utilizing art, music, and movement

Nature-Infused Therapy: Incorporating time outside and therapy dogs

Mind-Body Approaches: Including yoga, mindfulness, and meditation

In addition to offering services in homes, schools, and other community-based settings, we have therapists and mentors trained at each of our locations in Gloucester, Salem, Chelmsford, Lawrence, Taunton, and Acton:

  • Gloucester Office: Blackburn Center 3 & 4, Second Floor, Gloucester, MA 01930  (978) 283-7198
  • Lawrence Office: 15 Union Street, Suite 200, Lawrence, MA 01840  (978) 682-7289
  • Salem Office: 110 Boston Street, Salem, MA 01970  (978) 744-7905
  • Chelmsford Office: 227 Chelmsford St, Suite 13C, Chelmsford, MA 01824 (774) 504-4334
  • Southeast Behavioral Health Center: 35 Summer Street, Suite 202, Taunton, MA 02780 (508) 745-3720
  • Metrowest Behavioral Health Center: 360 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 103, Acton, MA 01720 (978) 264-3500
Our Team

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Frequently Asked Questions
Referral Information

Referrals are open to anyone. We accept the following insurance: Massachusetts Behavioral Health Plan (MBHP), BMC (Beacon) Mass Health, Beacon (Fallon) Mass Health, Beacon (Carelon), Optum, Tufts-Harvard Pilgrim, Wellsense, Blue Cross Blue Shield (B/X)

Let's Connect

Stephanie Rana, LICSW

Greater Lynn Area Director

P: (781) 825-3986
F: (781) 595-1081

[email protected]

112 Market Street, 2nd Fl. Lynn MA 01901

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For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your needs, please fill out the form below. Our service navigator will reach out by phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the program director listed above.

Please note that this form is not HIPAA-compliant. We urge you not to include protected health information.

Request More Information

For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your individualized need, please fill out the form below. Our Service Navigator will reach out to you about your inquiry via phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the Program Director listed in the “Let’s Connect” box above. 

Please note that this form is not HIPAA compliant.  We urge you not to include protected health information.

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Request More Information
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Information

For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your needs, please fill out the form below. Our service navigator will reach out by phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the program director listed above.

Please note that this form is not HIPAA-compliant. We urge you not to include protected health information.

Request More Information

For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your individualized need, please fill out the form below. Our Service Navigator will reach out to you about your inquiry via phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the Program Director listed in the “Let’s Connect” box above. 

Please note that this form is not HIPAA compliant.  We urge you not to include protected health information.

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