Mental health organizations play a key role for children and families. They help identify and treat mental health issues in children early on. This support can improve children’s well-being, academic success, and overall growth.
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National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI):
NAMI is a mental health organization that provides support, coping strategies, and practical information regarding mental illness. |
- Support Groups: Free of cost and are held virtually and in-person.
- Over 40 groups.
- Held on a walk-in basis throughout the month – no registration required.
- Call the NAMI helpline 212-684-3264 for help with finding the most appropriate group for you.
- Learn more at naminycmetro.org/living-with-a-mental-health-condition.
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The New York Center for Children:
The center provides trauma-focused therapy services to victims of child abuse and their families, free of charge. Learn more about NYCC by visiting newyorkcenterforchildren.org. Non Emergency Help Parent Helpline 800-342-7472. |
- Individual Therapy: To make a referral contact Raydel Rijo at (212) 517-3012 ext. 41 or rrijo@newyorkcenterforchildren.org.
- Group Therapy: To make a referral or for more information, please contact Karina Cruz at (212) 517-3012 ext. 22 or kcruz@newyorkcenterforchildren.org.
- Full Medical Examinations: On-site pediatrician provides a sensitive and comprehensive medical exam.
- Professional Consultations: Consultations are available to victims, their families, and professionals engaged in the investigation and reporting process.
- Learn more at newyorkcenterforchildren.org.
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Mount Sinai Outpatient Mental Health Services:
Mental health services by credentialed clinicians that help your children through Child Adolescent and Family Services |
- Center of Excellence in ADHD and Related Disorders: You may need a referral from your doctor. For more information, call 212-241-4423.
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic: Evaluations and treatment for children from birth through age 17. Call 212-659-8762 for more information.
- Clinic for Overcoming Anxiety in Adolescents and in Children: At Morningside it serves youth ages 5 to 18. For more information, call 212-523-3082.
- Comprehensive Adolescent Rehabilitation and Education Service: They provide a therapeutic school environment for New York City public high school students who have run into trouble at school because of emotional and behavior difficulties. For more information visit www.mountsinai.org/locations/child-behavioral-health-center/outpatient/cares or call 212-523-3083.
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Updated on October 16, 2024
