--- title: Services url: https://kuehnelpsych.com/services/ date: 2022-11-03 modified: 2026-08-05 type: page lang: en-US --- # Supporting Children, Adolescents, and Families in Franklin, MA We help children, adolescents and families understand what’s getting in the way — and find a clear path forward. Our team serves Franklin and the surrounding towns, including Medway, Norfolk, Millis, Medfield and Bellingham, and more! Families reach us at different moments. Some want to stay ahead of a worry, some need answers, and some already know what they’re facing. Start wherever you are. [Contact Us](https://kuehnelpsych.com/contact/) ![The Kuehnel Psychological Services reception, with the logo on the wall and a bookshelf of books for children and parents](https://kuehnelpsych.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/kps-office-17-1024x683.jpg) ![Two yellow armchairs and a coffee table in the Kuehnel Psychological Services waiting area](https://kuehnelpsych.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/kps-office-12-768x1151.jpg) - 1256 West Central St, Franklin ## What would best describe the service you require? Prevention Two ways in — both begin before there’s any diagnosis. Assessment When you need answers rather than guesses. Intervention Support once you know what you’re working with. Prevention Do you want to be proactive about monitoring your child’s social, emotional, and behavioral health? 1 service - See what this involves Prevention Does your family need more support in navigating typical experiences in child development? 2 services - See what this involves Assessment Is more information necessary to determine whether current challenges are clinically significant or if a disability is present? 5 services - See what this involves Intervention Has comprehensive assessment identified a clinically significant problem that warrants further treatment or support? 4 services - See what this involves ## Staying ahead of it For families who would rather check in early than wait and wonder. ### Annual Mental Health Wellness Exam Insurers are now required to cover an annual mental health wellness exam. It can be done by your pediatrician at the annual physical — but you have the right to seek it from a licensed behavioral health clinician instead. - [More about prevention and monitoring](https://kuehnelpsych.com/services/prevention-and-monitoring/) ## Navigating the ordinary hard parts Parenting support should not be reserved for families already in crisis. ### Parent Coaching For parents who want to learn best practices for supporting their child’s development. On the very best days parenting can still be exhausting, confusing and overwhelming. ### Primary Prevention Workshops We believe prevention is the best intervention. Workshops for parents of young children, aimed at lessening the likelihood of future challenges. [See upcoming workshops](https://www.eventcreate.com/e/kuehnelpsychevents) - [More about consultation and education](https://kuehnelpsych.com/services/consultation-education/) ## Getting real answers Assessment establishes what is actually happening — whether a challenge is clinically significant, whether a disability is present, and what would genuinely help. ### Comprehensive Neuropsychological and Educational Evaluations Our most in-depth service: developmental, psychological and/or neuropsychological testing paired with an educational evaluation, for an in-depth understanding of your child’s performance across domains. Typically around 25 hours of professional time. [Read about evaluations](https://kuehnelpsych.com/services/assessment-evaluation/) ### Brief Evaluation (targeted) When a full evaluation isn’t necessary — for a second opinion, diagnostic clarity, or when extensive testing has already been done elsewhere. ### Educational Evaluation A thorough educational evaluation to specifically identify a learning disability or monitor progress, where a full neuropsychological evaluation isn’t the right fit. ### Progress Monitoring Identification isn’t always clear-cut. When results fall in the borderline or at-risk range, waiting years for a follow-up evaluation is unhelpful. ### School or Community Observation Real-time data on how your child functions in the classroom, preschool, afterschool or extracurricular settings — often the source of the most useful recommendations. More on evaluations, from our blog ### [Does My Child Need a Neuropsychological and Educational Evaluation? A Guide for Franklin-Area Families](https://kuehnelpsych.com/does-my-child-need-a-neuropsychological-and-educational-evaluation-a-guide-for-franklin-area-families/) July 29, 2026 - [More about assessment and evaluation](https://kuehnelpsych.com/services/assessment-evaluation/) ## Support that fits the finding Treatment built around your child’s specific picture, rather than a generic plan. ### Short-Term Solution Focused Therapy Currently full Centred on current circumstances, future hopes and the solutions that move towards them — less focus on past causes, more on progress. ### Behavioral or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Currently full For challenging behaviour at home, behavioral parent training is highly effective — research suggests that under age 10, parent support can outperform individual therapy. ### Family Therapy without the Child Present A dedicated opportunity for parents and caregivers to learn evidence-based strategies that support their child’s development and improve overall family functioning, in a safe, private space – all without the child present. ### Educational Consultation For families asking whether testing is warranted, or whether school is providing the most appropriate services. - [More about intervention and therapy](https://kuehnelpsych.com/services/intervention-therapy/) ![The bright waiting area at the Franklin office, with yellow armchairs and tall windows](https://kuehnelpsych.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/kps-office-26-1024x683.jpg) ## Serving Franklin and the Surrounding Towns Our office is located in Franklin, MA, and we welcome families from throughout the region. We regularly work with children and families from Medway, Norfolk, Millis, Medfield, and Bellingham, as well as the broader MetroWest and Norfolk County communities. Wherever you’re traveling from, our commitment is the same: clear answers, individualized care, and practical support for your child. - Franklin - Medway - Norfolk - Millis - Medfield - Bellingham and families across MetroWest and Norfolk County [Contact Us](https://kuehnelpsych.com/contact/) ## Insights in Practice Follow us on Instagram for everyday tips, reflections, and resources to support children, teens, and families.