North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center

We are the preemininent not-for-profit children’s mental health agency on Long Island, deadicated to restoring and strengthing the emotional wellbeing of children (birth-age 24) and thier familes. READ MORE >

Dear North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center Community,

Olivia’s first visit to the E.R. for self-harm and suicidal thoughts came last fall, when she was just 14 years old. But instead of admitting her, the hospital referred her to North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center.

We saw her the very next day — an unheard of rapid response at most mental health centers, which often take weeks or even months to schedule appointments.

Programs

Each of the Guidance Center’s three sites (Roslyn Heights, Manhasset and Westbury) offers mental health services for children from birth through 24 and their families. READ MORE >

COVID-19 Response

The Pandemic has affected us all, especially our children. In this section you will find helpful articles and videos provided by our staff, we are positivie you will find these resources very helpful and relevent. READ MORE >

Providing a Safe Space for LGBTQ+ Teens, Originally published in Anton Media Newspapers Parenting Plus column, July 21, 2021

by North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center | Jul 27, 2021 | Anton Media, Blog

By Elissa Smilowitz Recently, I spoke with a mother who was navigating an issue that has become increasingly common for many families here on Long Island and across the nation. Her 12-year-old daughter told her that she thinks she may be a lesbian, but that she’s...

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The need for our services is greater than ever as we respond to the pandemic. We’re counting on your support to help us respond to this crisis. Please consider making a donation. DONATE NOW >

We Are Here To Help

Click to email or call 516-626-1971 today.

For Parents, Caregivers & Families

We offer treatment options for:
Depression, Anxiety, Alcohol/Substance Abuse, Teenage Pregnancy, Physical & Sexual Abuse, Witness/Victim of Crime & Violence, Learning Disabilitie, ADHD, Developmental Delays, Separation & Divorce, Suicide Threats & Attempts, Chronic Illness or Death. READ MORE >

FREE Pandenic Support Group for Parents and Caregivers. READ MORE >

Statements of Gratitude

“I would like to begin by saying thank you for your excellent program…throughout the last two months together, our counselor did not try to fix our problems, but rather tried to help the family heal and decide what solutions would work best…”

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