Northside Center

Located near Park Avenue in Harlem, Northside Center supports children, adolescents, and families facing mental health challenges, substance use concerns, and developmental needs. Services range from outpatient therapy and school-based clinics to intensive family support and crisis intervention. By combining education, recreation, and behavioral health, the center helps young people build confidence, reduce barriers to success, and strengthen families across Harlem, the Bronx, and beyond.

Evidence-Based Care That Heals

Northside’s approach blends evidence-based therapies and family-centered practices. Clinicians use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), parent education models, and creative arts therapy to help children manage stress, emotions, and trauma. Psychiatrists provide medication support, while therapists deliver counseling in schools, clinics, and homes. By addressing both clinical needs and family strengths, treatment encourages resilience, healing, and long-term well-being for children and their caregivers.

Programs That Build Brighter Futures

Unique programs extend care beyond the clinic. Early childhood mental health services nurture children from birth to five, while crisis intervention prevents psychiatric hospitalization for at-risk youth. Family treatment programs address substance use alongside parenting needs, and preventive services protect children from neglect or abuse. Youth groups, college readiness programs, and academic support empower young people to thrive, setting them on a path toward stability, growth, and brighter futures.