Youth mental health care

Outpatient Treatment Services | NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)

Short Summary

Help for young people with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.

Who it may help

Clinic treatment is available for:

  • Children from birth to age 18 (not all clinics accept children under 5 years old)
  • Children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges

Day treatment programs are available for:

  • Children between the ages of 3 and 18 (there are two programs in NYC for children ages 3 - 5)
  • Children with mental health disorders that interfere with school or social functions in a major way
  • Children who have serious difficulties in a regular classroom

What you may need

Proof of identity, NYC residency, and household income may be required.

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