Psychotherapy for Men and Dads
John C. Carr, LICSW
Needham, MA
Helpful Resources
Books, websites, podcasts, support groups and more to help you on your journey
Because sometimes we need more than a 50-minute psychotherapy session
Books
Support Groups and Classes
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Becoming a Dad: The First Three Years by John C. Carr
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Parenting from the Inside Out by Daniel J. Seigel, MD and Mary Hartzell, M.Ed
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Emotion Coaching: The Heart of Parenting by John & Julie Gottman
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Crib Sheet by Emily Oster
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The Happiest Baby on the Block by Dr. Harvey Karp-- the 5 S’s of Soothing
Websites, Films & Podcasts
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Documentary: Dads - (Apple TV) a heartfelt and humorous documentary that celebrates the joys and challenges of parenting in today’s world.
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Dr. Laura Markham - provides sound parenting advice
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Baby Center - provides latest info about babies, with great online videos and information specifically for fathers. Sign up for the weekly email notifications to get information about your baby’s development.
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Still Face Experiment - highlights the impact involved parenting has on babies
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Dawn Ellis Groups- offers moms groups and I offer Dads and Babies Groups
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Heather O'Brien at hobrien@jri.org for info about below groups.
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New Dads Group- Monthly on Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00 is a peer-led group, facilitated by two experienced dads.
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Emotional Wellbeing After Baby- Every Thursday, 9:30-11
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Boot Camp for New Dads - held at Mt. Auburn Hospital
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City Dads - helping dads socialize, play learn and become better dads
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Mass Men - provides national and local community resources for help and support
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The Loved Child - offers parent classes and workshops-- not dad specific but dad friendly
Apps for Dads
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Huckleberry App
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Glowbaby App
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Wonderweeks App
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The Peanut App