Adolescents and families in New York City can use Medicaid to cover the cost of many treatment options that address mental health needs, from psychiatric evaluations to outpatient therapy and home care services.
In this article we’ll help guide you through therapists and clinics that accept Medicaid and specialize in working with adolescents and children.
Key Takeaways
- If you’re not sure if a provider accepts Medicaid, you can use the state’s provider database or lookup tool to verify their information.
- Another option is to choose a child mental health center that offers treatment from several providers in one space. These treatment options might give you access to more services than individual providers can.
- Any out-of-pocket costs or fees you pay for a Medicaid-covered therapy session will likely depend on your income level and the specific type of coverage you receive.
NY Child Therapists Who Accept Medicaid
With the overall rise in Medicaid enrollment throughout New York has come an increase in the number of Medicaid therapists. Below are several qualified and in-network providers for New York Medicaid beneficiaries seeking child and adolescent mental health services.
If you’d like to find a provider near your neighborhood or can’t find one accepting new patients, you can use the New York Department of Health’s provider and health plan lookup tool. This online resource allows you to quickly find therapists and other doctors who will accept your Medicaid plan.
1. Dr. Rahael Kurrien, PhD
- Name: Rachel Kurrien, PhD
- Practice: Psychology
Dr. Kurrien is an experienced psychologist with over a decade of practice working with adolescents and families. Her skills allow her to treat clients with a wide variety of mental health needs, including behavioral health therapy, grief counseling, and care for common disorders like bipolar disorder and depression.
Location:
1090 Amsterdam Ave, 16th Floor/17th Floor
New York, NY 10025
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
2. Dr. Sanaa T Bhatty, MD
- Name: Sanaa T Bhatty, MD
- Practice: Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
As a psychiatrist, Dr. Bhatty focuses on medical care for children and adolescents receiving mental health treatment. In addition to her knowledge about mood disorders and cognitive-behavioral therapy, Dr. Bhatty brings expertise on LGBTQ+ services and care for gender dysphoria.
Location:
1090 Amsterdam Avenue, 17th Floor
New York, NY 10025
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
3. Dr. Danielle A Auslander, PsyD
- Name: Danielle A Auslander, PsyD
- Practice: Psychology, Psychiatry
Dr. Auslander is both a psychologist and psychiatrist for children and adolescents in New York. As a result, she may offer patients therapy and medical care (such as diagnosing mental health conditions and prescribing medications) alike. Some of her specialties include Asperger syndrome (autism spectrum disorder), agoraphobia, and behavioral therapy for sleep problems.
Location:
One Gustave L. Levy Place
Box 1230
New York, NY 10029
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
4. Dr. Jacob Ham, PhD
- Name: Jacob Ham, PhD
- Practice: Psychology
Dr. Ham offers therapy for most mental health disorders and specializes in less common conditions like personality disorders and panic disorders. He also works closely with children and adolescents who live with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), offering trauma-informed care aimed at improving each patient’s overall well-being.
Location:
First Avenue at 16th Street, 7B-25
New York, NY 10003
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
5. Dr. Thomas B Hildebrandt, PsyD
- Name: Thomas B Hildebrandt, PsyD
- Practice: Psychology
Dr. Hildebrandt focuses his research on eating and weight disorders in both adolescents and adults. As a result, his therapy services focus on addressing mental health needs related to healthy eating, weight management, and related conditions. Some of his specialties include treatment for anorexia, drug abuse, and obesity psychotherapy.
Location:
1428 Madison Avenue, E Level
New York, NY 10029
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
6. Dr. Paige M Siper, PhD
- Name: Paige M Siper, PhD
- Practice: Psychology
Children with mental health or developmental disorders that affect daily life can find support from Dr. Siper. She provides outpatient care for adolescents with anxiety, autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and intellectual disability.
Location:
One Gustave L. Levy Place
Box 1230
New York, NY 10029
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
7. Dr. Shilpa R Taufique, PhD
- Name: Shilpa R Taufique, PhD
- Practice: Psychology
As the Chief Psychologist for two Mount Sinai hospitals, Dr. Taufique has plenty of experience overseeing mental health treatment for children and adolescents. She aims to help patients manage conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Dr. Taufique also works with patients recovering from substance use disorders.
Location:
411 W 114th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10025
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
8. Dr. Maria Edman, PsyD
- Name: Maria Edman, PsyD
- Practice: Psychology
Dr. Edman specializes in helping young adults with ADHD improve their executive functioning and navigate daily life successfully. Her work explores how ADHD impacts those who live with it, which makes her an ideal provider for adolescents struggling with ADHD-related symptoms.
Location:
One Gustave L. Levy Place
Box 1230
New York, NY 10029
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
9. Dr. Rebecca Burger-Caplan, PhD
- Name: Rebecca Burger-Caplan, PhD
- Practice: Psychology
Dr. Caplan offers care for adjustment disorders, anxiety, and depression. She utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy to meet patient needs and help young people build healthy behavioral patterns. She also specializes in child physical neglect.
Location:
One Gustave L Levy Place
New York, NY 10029
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
10. Dr. Ami Norris-Brilliant, PsyD
- Name: Ami Norris-Brilliant, PsyD
- Practice: Psychology
Dr. Norris-Brilliant is a New York City psychologist providing mental health services for children and adolescents with autism. She also helps patients with intellectual disability, oppositional defiant disorder, and dyslexia, among other conditions.
Location:
One Gustave L. Levy Place
Box 1230
New York, NY 10029
Potential fee(s): May vary based on your income or Medicaid plan
NY Child Therapy Clinics That Accept Medicaid
Each of the following child therapy clinics in New York City is operated by The Child Center of New York, a counseling center that’s been supporting the community since 1958.
All of the Center’s facilities are recently renovated and staffed with professionals and team members who collectively speak two dozen languages. Each facility also offers culturally sensitive assessment and counseling services led by licensed social workers, nurses, and psychiatrists.
No matter your child’s needs or background, the individual and family therapists at The Child Center can help. All three therapy clinics offer in-person and telehealth services to make mental health support even more accessible.
1. Cohen Family Wellness Center
At the Cohen Family Wellness Center, children and teens can interact one-on-one with therapists in individual psychotherapy. Family therapy and group therapy options may also be available based on your child’s needs.
Location:
43-08 52nd Street, Second Floor
Woodside, NY 11377
Video visits: Yes
2. Macari Family Wellness Center
The Macari Family Wellness Center also provides mental health treatment for young people in the Queens area. Children and adolescents facing mental health issues can receive support in therapy but may also be able to participate in additional behavioral health services like skill-building activities.
Location:
140-15B Sanford Avenue, Second Floor
Flushing, NY 11355
Potential fee(s): Determined based on family income
Video visits: Yes
3. Jamaica Family Wellness Center
The appropriately named Jamaica Family Wellness Center is located in Jamaica, NY. The same quality health services and access to Medicaid therapists available at the other centers can be found here.
Location:
163-18 Jamaica Avenue, Second Floor
Jamaica, NY 11432
Video visits: Yes
We hope this list of providers helps you find a mental health care solution that works for your family and financial situation. When in doubt, it never hurts to ask questions and clarify how the provider you’re interested in approaches Medicaid health insurance.
