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, 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, call (212) 517-3012 or email: smcnamara@newyorkcenterforchildren.org
Group Therapy
NYCC is currently accepting referrals for the following support group set to begin in September 2025:
Cultivating Healthy Relationships is an in-person, all in Spanish, support and educational group for mothers. Participants will learn about building healthy relationships with themselves and others. Topics include building communication skills, conflict management, distress tolerance, boundaries, and building self-love.
To make a referral or for more information, call (347) 916-6558 or email: clituma@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 bilingual, trauma-focused, comprehensive evaluation and therapy services to victims of child abuse and their families, free of charge, 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.