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It can be very challenging to navigate the health care system to get support and/or treatment for those with mental health needs. The process may vary considerably depending on one's insurance, income, family dynamic, and of course, an adolescent's specific needs. For families seeking help locating appropriate therapists in the area, an up-to-date list in maintained by Brookline High School's Prevention/Intervention Team (BHS Rm. 149, 617-713-5155, Mminott@brooklinema.gov or Jorge_membreno@brookline.k12.ma.us). For additional resources, the best first step is often to contact a child's primary care provider. Also, below are some of the area resources Brookline parents have found to be helpful.

NAMI Massachusetts Compass Navigator

Massachusetts Health and Human Services: http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/consumer/insurance/masshealth-coverage-types/masshealth-coverage-types.html
 
Advocacy and Problem Solving:  For problems with Mass. Health or Premium Assistance, Jean Batty is the MassHealth Ombudsman and advocates for MassHealth users.  The phone # is:  617-847-3468 or TTY: 617-847-3788  Jean.Batty@state.ma.us
 
MassHealth Family to Family Health Information brochure: 
http://www.fv-ncfpp.org/files/6913/0660/5492/MSCPA.pdf

Disability Supplement Form/medical release form for children:  Tip — Once the documentation is submitted, there’s a 90 day determination period.  After 2-3 weeks, call Disability Evaluation Services at UMASS Medical School to ask to expedite the review.  http://des.umassmed.edu

Helping Guide offers an very insightful and user friendly guide for helping someone you love with depression

Local Institutions Addressing Mental Health Issues
  
Brookline Community Mental Health Center 

The MADI Resource Center at Massachusetts General Hospital  
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Families for Depression Awareness (resources, webinars, & free care consultation for low-income families)   

McLean Hospital

Psychology Today Therapists List 

​National Alliance on Mental Illness -- has local chapter in Newton

B-PEN is part of the Brookline Department of Public Health and Public Schools of Brookline Prevention/Intervention Programs for Youth. 
  • HOME
  • Teen Health Topics
    • Brookline Youth Risk Behavior Survey
    • Eating Disorders & Body Image
    • Healthy Habits
    • Healthy Relationships
    • LGBTQIA+ Health
    • Marijuana
    • Mental Health
    • Prescription Drugs
    • Teens & Screens - Social Media, Technology & Gaming
    • Teens & Driving
    • The Teenage Brain
    • Transitions
    • Alcohol
    • Vaping & E-Cigs
  • Parenting
    • Parenting
    • Parenting through the Pandemic
    • Parent Updates
    • College Transitions
    • Talking about Race
    • Tip Sheets for Parents
  • Additional Resources
  • CONTACT US