Marriage counseling that Heals in Manhattan, NY. Restore Your Relationship.

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New York State Education Department Office of Mental Health Professions

Therapy Manhattan, NY

Counseling Tudor City, Hoboken, Stuyvesant Town, Cooperative Village, Melrose, Guttenberg

Manhattan is considered by many to be the economic and cultural hub of the United States. This cosmopolitan borough of New York City is also home to world financial markets, the United Nations, and many multi-national corporations. Chinatown is a fantastic local attraction with international flair. In fact, Chinatown has the largest concentration of Chinese people in the Western Hemisphere. For local sports, you can't miss Madison Square Garden, which is home to NHL's New York Rangers ,the NBA's New York Knicks, and the WNBA's New York Liberty. A trip to the iconic Grand Central Terminal should be on any visitor's list as well. Even if you aren't travelling to another destination, Grand Central offers the family many dining and shopping experiences, in addition to the rich history of the building.¹

Marriage and Family Mental Health in Manhattan

Parents in Action specializes in parenting education courses for cultural and ethnic minorities in Manhattan and the surrounding areas. The focus of the class is on the responsibilities and joys of parenting. Parents learn how to improve their communication skills, as well as how to discipline a child in a manner that is supportive and teaches corrective behaviors. A discussion of ways to facilitate a child's improved emotional, physical, and mental health is also undertaken. To inquire about class times and locations, call 347-624-4830.²

New York Foundling provides support services for young people that have grown up in the foster care system. Their Transition to Adulthood Support Program seeks to provide guidance for young adults who may not have many resources to find employment or housing, resolve personal issues, or maintain physical or mental health. Young adults between the ages of 18-25 can participate in the Foundling's programs, which focus on financial literacy, education and employment, and making healthy choices that prevent the use of drugs and alcohol. Participants in the program have a case manager to ensure they have access to the services they need, and are also connected with community members and organizations that facilitate their positive growth and development. For further details, call 212-633-9300.³

The Little Sisters of Assumption Family Health Service is dedicated to providing prevention and intervention programs that improve the functioning and stability of families in East Harlem. Crisis-impacted families can participate in various programs that aim to strengthen relationships and stabilize families so crisis situations don't develop into long-term problems. Case management services ensure families have the resources they need to overcome obstacles to improved family functioning. Workshops to increase daily life skills are also offered. Additional information can be obtained by calling 646-672-5200.⁴

Family Services and Assistance Programs

A number of assistance programs are available to Manhattan families at the Lower East Side Family Union. This non-profit agency recognizes that cultural influences and language barriers can sometimes lead families into poverty and poor mental health because of the lack of available services. To address this situation, the Family Union offers preventative services so families can effectively resolve their problems. The agency also offers advocacy services for families that include a developmentally disabled loved one to ensure they receive necessary services to promote their health and development. Resources for food, clothing, and educational programs further help to stabilize families. To learn more about these services, call 718-575-5520.⁵

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References

1. Grand Central Terminal. (2017). Directory. Retrieved from http://www.grandcentralterminal.com/directory
2. Parents in Action. (2017). School for Parents. Retrieved from http://www.parentsinaction.net/english/schoolforparents.htm
3. New York Foundling. (2016). Transition to Adulthood Support Program. Retrieved from https://www.nyfoundling.org/program/transition-to-adulthood-support-program/
4. Little Sisters of Assumption Family Health Service. (2017). Family Support Preventative Services. Retrieved from http://www.littlesistersfamily.org/programs/about/family-support-preventive-services
5. Lower East Side Family Union. (2017). Programs. Retrieved from http://lesfu.org/programs/

Manhattan is located in New York County, New York. It has a land area of 22.81 square miles and a water area of 10.81 square miles.  The population of Manhattan is 1.64 million people with 738,644 households and a median annual income of $47,030. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Manhattan, NY

Some budgeting needed

While counseling can certainly be an expense for individuals and families in Manhattan, with proper budgeting, it is entirely do-able and the risk/reward is worth it. For some families, it may be difficult to sustain a commitment to therapy without proper insurance coverage. If this is you, ask your therapist about low cost options as practitoners in and around Manhattan may have flexibility or sliding scales. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Manhattan public health department.