Dr. Caroline Fu, DO
Teens & Children
Harvard & Tufts Instructor of Psychiatry
Boston
Child Psychiatrist in Boston for High-Achieving Families
Never rushed, physician-led care.
Dr. Caroline Fu, DO
Is your child is struggling with anxiety that keeps them from school, attention challenges affecting their potential, or moods that seem impossible to regulate?
You need more than a rushed fifteen-minute appointment. You need a psychiatrist who will take the time to truly understand your child.
- Harvard & Tufts Instructor
- Adult & Child Psychiatrist
- Personalized practice
- Total privacy & discretion
Dr. Caroline Fu, DO
The Only Concierge Psychiatry Clinic for Families in Boston
Dr. Caroline Fu, DO
When your child is struggling—whether with anxiety that keeps them from school, attention challenges affecting their potential, or moods that seem impossible to regulate—you need more than a rushed fifteen-minute appointment. You need a psychiatrist who will take the time to truly understand your child.
At Center Psychiatry, we provide concierge child and adolescent psychiatry for Boston families who expect exceptional care. Dr. Caroline Fu combines board certification in both general psychiatry and child psychiatry with a practice model designed around what children and families actually need: unhurried evaluations, direct access to their physician, and coordination across every aspect of your child's life.
Or Call: 617-401-8838
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All-physician practice
The doctor who provides our child psychiatry services in Boston
At Center Clinics, every patient sees a highly-trained physician comfortable providing psychotherapy and personalized medication management. We do not employ lower-level providers like nurse practitioners or clinical social workers.
The Concierge Difference at Center Psychiatry
“How a doctor’s office used to be.”
Extended Diagnostic Evaluations
Standard psychiatric evaluations for children often feel incomplete. In a concierge model, initial assessments span 90 minutes to two hours—enough time to review developmental history, academic records, previous evaluations, and family dynamics. We don't just treat symptoms; we understand context.
Direct Access, Not Gatekeepers
When your teenager's medication needs adjustment before finals or your child has a crisis at school, you shouldn't have to navigate phone trees or wait days for a callback. Our families reach Dr. Fu directly when they need guidance.
A physician sees the whole picture
As a psychiatrist — not a therapist or nurse practitioner — Dr. Fu can diagnose complex presentations, prescribe and monitor medications when indicated, and coordinate care with pediatricians, neurologists, and other specialists. Many childhood conditions mimic each other: ADHD can look like anxiety, anxiety can look like depression, and all of them can affect sleep, school performance, and family harmony. A physician trained in the full spectrum of child psychiatry can distinguish between them.
Seemless care coordination
Children's mental health doesn't exist in isolation. Dr. Fu collaborates with therapists, school counselors, tutors, and pediatricians to ensure everyone is aligned. When families need resources beyond psychiatry—whether educational advocates, family therapists, or neuropsychological testing—we connect them with trusted specialists in the Boston area.
Complete Privacy & Discretion
For families who value discretion, our small patient panel means your child won't run into classmates in the waiting room. We understand the concerns high-profile families have about confidentiality and treat privacy as seriously as clinical care.
Reach out today to schedule a consultation.
Conditions We Treat in Children and Adolescents
We treat a wide range of psychiatric and psychological disorders.
My Approach to Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Every child is unique, and effective psychiatric care starts with understanding the individual. Our approach emphasizes:
Comprehensive assessment
We consider developmental history, family dynamics, academic performance, social relationships, and previous treatments. We review prior evaluations and coordinate with other providers to build a complete picture.
Evidence-based treatment
We draw on the best available research. When medication is considered, we discuss benefits, risks, and alternatives thoroughly with families. Many conditions also benefit from therapy, and we help families connect with appropriate psychotherapy resources.
Family partnership
We recognize that parents and caregivers are essential to a child's progress. We provide education about your child's condition, guidance on how to support them at home, and regular communication about treatment progress.
Developmental perspective
We understanding that children are growing and changing. A diagnosis at eight may look different at twelve. We adjust our approach as children mature.
Coordination of care
Children often work with multiple providers. We communicate with therapists, schools, and pediatricians to ensure alignment and prevent fragmented care.
Or Call: 617-401-8838
Working with a physician offers unique advantages, including the ability to diagnose and treat underlying conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Child Psychiatry
The patients we serve
My practice is designed for patients who value expertise and personalized attention over cost savings.
- Dual-career families who need flexible scheduling and responsive care
- Executive and entrepreneurial families who understand the value of expertise
- Families with complex presentations where a child may have multiple diagnoses or hasn't responded to previous treatment
- International and relocating families who need a physician to coordinate care transitions
- Families seeking second opinions who want fresh perspective on a difficult situation
Begin Your Relationship with Dr. Fu
The first step is a confidential conversation about your child and family.
During this initial discussion, we'll learn about your concerns, answer questions about our approach, and determine whether concierge child psychiatry is the right fit.
We understand that seeking psychiatric care for your child can feel like a significant step. We're here to make it straightforward—and to ensure your family receives the thoughtful, personalized attention your child deserves.
Center Psychiatry serves patients seeking treatment throughout Greater Boston, including:
- Boston – Back Bay, Beacon Hill, South End, Fenway, Downtown
- Cambridge – Harvard Square, Kendall Square, Inman Square, Central Square
- Somerville – Davis Square, Union Square, Porter Square area
- Brookline – Coolidge Corner, Brookline Village, Washington Square
- Newton – Newton Centre, Newton Corner, Newtonville, West Newton
- Wellesley – Wellesley Hills, Wellesley Square
- Greater Boston – Lexington, Belmont, Arlington, Watertown, Waltham
Telehealth appointments are available for patients throughout Massachusetts.
Signs your child may need a child psychiatrist
Parents often wonder whether their child's struggles are "normal" developmental phases or something requiring professional attention.
Consider evaluation if your child experiences:
- Persistent anxiety that interferes with school, friendships, or family activities
- Difficulty concentrating that affects academic performance despite effort
- Mood changes lasting more than two weeks—whether sadness, irritability, or withdrawal
- Behavioral problems that aren't improving with consistent parenting approaches
- Sleep difficulties that don't resolve with good sleep hygiene
- Social struggles that cause ongoing distress
- Declining academic performance without clear explanation
- Talk of self-harm or not wanting to be alive (always take seriously)
- Sudden changes in behavior, personality, or functioning
If you're questioning whether to seek help, trust your instincts. An evaluation provides answers—and if concerns are unfounded, that reassurance has value too.
About Dr. Caroline Fu, DO
As a board-certified psychiatrist and a therapist, I offer comprehensive mental health care that integrates medication management and evidence-based psychotherapy.
My clinical experience spans multiple settings within the mental health system: Inpatient units, outpatient clinics, consultation-liaison services, and community mental health centers.
This diverse background gives me a top-down understanding of the American mental health system.
If you are feeling lost, we’ll find a path forward.
