Services
Therapy
Clinical social workers and psychologists are onsite to help children and their families. Our Therapy Program provides specialized treatment to victims of child abuse. We provide weekly individual therapy to help children address and recover from their traumatic experience. We also conduct group therapy.
New groups!
Support groups for non-offending parents of sexually abused children.
Therapeutic group for adolescent girls with a history of sexual abuse.
To participate in our groups, please email info@newyorkcenterforchildren.org or contact Dr.
Edward Greenblatt, Director of Therapeutic Services, at 212.517.3012.
Evaluations
Our specially trained social workers investigate cases of abuse through sensitive forensic evaluations. We coordinate closely with the Police Department, the District Attorney’s Office and the Administration for Children’s Services to ensure the effectiveness of each investigation, and eliminate repetitive victim interviews and reduce the potential for additional trauma to the child.
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 and 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 in-person consultations are available to victims, their families and professionals engaged in the investigation and reporting process.
Educational Programs
Community and Health Care Professionals
- Free abuse awareness and prevention training
- Workshops on recognizing signs and symptoms of abuse and prevention
- Annual conference
Physicians only
- Interview techniques
- Physical assessment
- Insights into the child protection system
Masters Level Students
- Social work internships
- Psychology externships
Interns are placed through their academic institution. If you are interested in a psychology externship, please contact Dr. Edward Greenblatt, Director of Therapeutic Services, at 212.517.3012 or Edward.greenblatt@mssm.edu.
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.
