Treatments and Services

Therapy

The Boston STAR team uses evidence-based treatments for trauma that are specifically tailored for children and adolescents. These therapies include trauma systems therapy (TST), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and a brief coping skills intervention for children and adolescents with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Additional therapies may be available in the practice based on clinician availability.

Medication

Every child reacts to trauma differently and some may need medication for extra support.

A child and adolescent psychiatrist will speak with your child, their therapist, and anyone else who works with your family and child to make the best recommendation for medication.