Compassionate, expert care that sees the whole you.

Harvard-trained psychiatrists with psychoanalytic tradition committed to inclusive care for all ages

Find clarity. Find support.

Psychiatry & psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults in the heart of Boston

Our prospective patient form is brief, HIPAA compliant, private, and the most direct path to timely matching you or your loved one with an affirmative clinician.

Why choose Webster Clinic?

FAQs

How is Webster Clinic different from therapists I might find in-network?

Many in-network therapy practices are therapy-only. At Webster Clinic, care is led by psychiatrists, medical doctors trained to provide psychotherapy AND prescribe medication when appropriate, so your or your child’s treatment isn’t fragmented between multiple providers. In Massachusetts, physicians (psychiatrists) can prescribe; social workers and marriage/family therapists cannot.

How do you approach care for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC youth and families?

We use an identity-affirming, culturally responsive model grounded in psychoanalytic depth and evidence-based practice. Massachusetts families are diverse, and we build treatment plans that respect each person’s identity, culture, and family context, with careful attention to safety and belonging in the therapy room.

What does your evaluation and first few visits look like?

We start with a thorough, paced consultation appointment that includes time with an individual (or in the case of child patients, caregivers and child), a developmental/medical review, and validated screening tools. When helpful and permitted, we coordinate with pediatricians, primary care physicians, school counselors, tutors, or other trusted persons you know well to understand the context from which you join us. From there, we recommend a treatment plan—psychotherapy alone, therapy with medication, or a return in the future—and revisit it together so you always know why we’re doing what we’re doing.

You’re out-of-network. Can I still use my insurance?

Often, yes. Many households carry PPO plans with out-of-network benefits. We provide an itemized monthly superbill that includes your upfront costs and all the information insurers need. You submit it for partial reimbursement (often 50-80%) after your deductible (varies by plan). HSAs/FSAs can typically be used for out-of-pocket costs as well. (A superbill is simply the detailed invoice insurers require for out-of-network claims.)

Do you coordinate with schools and pediatric teams?

Yes. With your consent, we collaborate with school-based teams (including independent schools), pediatricians, and specialists. This reduces mixed messages, helps implement accommodations, and keeps adults rowing in the same direction. We find this especially helpful during transitions (new grade, new school, college planning).

Who is a good fit for Webster Clinic?

Families and adults who value careful, inclusive, physician-led care. We’re a strong fit if you’re looking for:

  • Integrated therapy + medication with one psychiatrist so treatment isn’t fragmented.

  • An affirming clinician for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC youth, with attention to identity, safety, and belonging.

  • Complex or overlapping concerns—anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity and developmental questions, school stress, perfectionism, or family dynamics.

  • Thoughtful, paced evaluation (not one-size-fits-all), with clear recommendations and ongoing collaboration.

  • School and pediatric coordination (with consent), including independent schools and transitions (new grade, high school, college).

  • Privacy and discretion, and the flexibility to use out-of-network benefits, HSAs/FSAs, or pay out of pocket.

Who might not be a fit right now? Urgent safety crises, court-ordered evaluations, substance-use detox needs, or programs requiring daily/weekly groups (IOP/partial). We’ll gladly offer referral options.

Have a look inside

Cecil Webster, MD

Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist and Psychoanalyst

Dr. Webster is a Harvard-trained, board certified psychiatrist in Boston providing psychotherapy and medication management to adults, adolescents, and children. Dr. Webster is a physician educator at Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital.  He is a psychoanalyst and an advanced candidate in child psychoanalysis at the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute where he serves on the Board of Trustees. Dr. Webster serves on the Board of Editors for the Psychoanalytic Study of the Child. Additionally, he also served as Clinical Program Director of Diversity Health Outreach Programs at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he remains a consultant.

Dr. Webster completed his general psychiatry residency at the Menninger Department of Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine where he was selected co-chief resident. He completed additional training in child and adolescent psychiatry at the Cambridge Health Alliance.

Christine Crawford, MD MPH

Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist

Dr. Christine Crawford is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in adult, child, and adolescent mental health. She joins Webster Clinic after more than a decade of leadership in academic medicine and community mental health, bringing deep expertise and a compassionate, family-centered approach to care.

Before joining the practice, Dr. Crawford served as Vice Chair of Education and Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine. In 2025, she was honored with the Educator of the Year Award at Boston University.

Dr. Crawford previously provided care at Boston Medical Center’s Wellness and Recovery After Psychosis (WRAP) Program and served as Medical Director for Boston Public Schools’ school-based clinician program. She is also a member of the Board of Trustees for the Boys and Girls Club of Boston and is deeply committed to expanding access to quality mental health care for underserved youth and families.

A trusted media expert, Dr. Crawford has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR, NBC, PBS, and The Boston Globe, and has appeared on the Today Show, BBC, and local affiliates of CBS, Fox, and ABC. In 2025, she was featured on the cover of Boston Magazine as one of their Top Doctors.

Dr. Crawford currently serves as Associate Medical Director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. She is also the author of You Are Not Alone: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Your Child’s Mental Health, a vital resource for parents and caregivers supporting children through mental health challenges.

Anahit Khumaryan, MEd

Office Manager

Fluent in four languages, Anahit brings a wealth of diverse education, administration, and operational leadership. Originally from Yerevan, Armenia, Anahit earned a Master’s in Education at Belarusian State Pedagogical University and has spent the past seven years working in international schools, start-ups, and nonprofit organizations.

Anahit has a wide international background and is skilled at building connections across cultures. She has led initiatives in academic operations, event coordination, and administrative process improvement, with a strong commitment to creating welcoming communities and managing organizational systems with efficiency and care.

From scheduling and check-ins, to coordinating with your child’s school, Anahit is committed to making you feel comfortable and supported at Webster Clinic.