Interns are placed through their academic institution. If you are interested in a psychology externship, please contact us at info@newyorkcenterforchildren.org or (212) 517-3012
Individual Therapy
Clinical social workers and psychologists provide individual therapy to children, adolescents and young adults and their families to help them heal from child abuse and trauma.
NYCC's therapists provide services to children and adolescents who have experienced sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, witnessing of domestic violence, immigration trauma, and community violence.
Therapy is specialized to meet the needs of each individual. Our treatment incorporates trauma-focused therapy, play therapy, art therapy techniques and grief therapy. Treatment is provided in both English and Spanish.
To make a referral or for more information, please contact Raydel Rijo at (212) 517-3012 ext. 41 or rrijo@newyorkcenterforchildren.org.
Group Therapy
We provide support groups to children, adolescents and non-offending parents.
We are currently accepting referrals for our upcoming group for Female Adolescent Support Group for 12 – 14 year old females who have witnessed domestic violence.
To make a referral or for more information, please contact Karina Cruz at at (212) 517-3012 ext. 22 or kcruz@newyorkcenterforchildren.org
Full Medical Examinations
Our on-site pediatrician provides a sensitive and comprehensive medical exam. State-of-the-art equipment helps identify and preserve key evidence.
Crisis Intervention & Counseling
Staff experts speak with anyone in need of intervention and assistance as a result of child abuse. NYCC also provides referral and advocacy services.
Professional Consultation
Phone and also, in-person consultations are available to victims, their families and professionals engaged in the investigation and reporting process.
Help us heal and protect children.
The New York Center for Children (NYCC) provides free, bilingual, trauma-focused, comprehensive evaluation and therapy services to victims of child abuse and their families, for as long as their healing requires.
Educational Programs
Training and Awareness
Professional & Community
Child abuse awareness and prevention training. Workshops on recognizing signs and symptoms of abuse and prevention.
Physicians
Interview techniques, physical assessment, and insights into the child protection system.
Masters Level Students
Social work internships and Psychology externships.
NYCC’s services are free of charge and available in Spanish and English. Services are tailored to children, parents, families, health care professionals, schools and community organizations.
* All services are currently being provided remotely by telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.