What ages do you work with?

We provide therapy for children, teens, and young adults ages in our Brooklyn location or in the comfort of your home via telehealth. In person age acceptance is from 5-21 and telehealth age range is from 9-21.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. We accept most major insurance plans. Please reach out to confirm your specific coverage.

Where do sessions take place?

Therapy is offered via secure phone or video sessions — right from your home. We also provide in-person services at our Brooklyn, NY clinic.

What types of issues do you help with?

We support a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and social challenges, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, mood swings, school-related stress, defiance, low self-esteem, OCD, tech overuse, and more. If your child is struggling, there’s a good chance we can help — reach out to learn more.

How do I know if therapy is working?

At Mount, every child’s therapy journey includes clear goals and measurable progress. You’ll always know where things stand — and what’s ahead.

How involved are parents in the process?

Very involved. We see parents as essential partners in a child’s progress. You’ll be kept informed and engaged every step of the way.

When are sessions available?

We offer flexible scheduling, including after-school and evening appointments, to work around your family’s routine.

Is telehealth really effective for kids and teens?

In many cases, telehealth can be just as effective as in-person therapy — especially when it’s consistent, structured, and tailored to the child. That said, every situation is unique. The best way to determine what’s right for your child is to speak with one of our experts.

Is therapy confidential?

Absolutely. All sessions are private and secure. We follow strict confidentiality guidelines to protect your child’s privacy.

How do I get started?

Click the contact button or fill out the form to schedule a call. We’ll guide you through the next steps, answer your questions, and help you get started.

How to Support Children’s Mental Wellness in NYC: A Guide by Mount Behavioral Health

In New York City, more families are recognizing the importance of early mental health support for children and teens. But knowing where to start, how to choose a provider, or what treatment types work best can be overwhelming. At Mount Behavioral Health, our mission is to make this journey clear, compassionate, and effective.

This article will help you understand:

Common mental health challenges in children & teens
Evidence-based therapies Mount offers
How to choose a mental health provider
Insurance, telehealth, and logistics in NYC
Resources & next steps

By addressing these topics in depth, we aim for this post to rank highly for parents searching for mental health therapy in NYC, child/teen behavioral health, and related terms.

1. Common Mental Health Challenges in NYC Youth

Children and adolescents often face emotional and behavioral challenges that may go unrecognized or untreated. Some of the more common issues include:

Anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety, separation anxiety)
Depression & mood disorders
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Trauma, PTSD, and stress reactions
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Behavioral challenges: oppositional defiance, aggression, acting out
School refusal, academic stress, executive functioning difficulties

At Mount Behavioral Health, we are equipped to treat all of these and more, using a trauma-informed, youth-centered approach.

Understanding that each child is different, we develop personalized treatment plans with measurable goals — so you and your child can see progress.

2. Evidence-Based Therapies We Offer

1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Helps with: Anxiety, depression, negative thinking, self-criticism
What to expect: Structured sessions with homework, challenging unhelpful thoughts, building coping skills

2. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Helps with: Emotional regulation, self-harm, borderline traits
What to expect: Skills training (mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness)

3. Play Therapy / Creative & Expressive Therapies

Helps with: Younger children, or when verbal processing is difficult
What to expect: Using art, play, and storytelling to explore feelings and patterns

4. Family Systems / Parent Coaching

Helps with: Family dynamics, behavioral consistency, parent-child communication
What to expect: Collaboration with caregivers, coaching communication and behavior strategies

5. Psychiatry / Medication Management

Helps with: When needed in combination with therapy
What to expect: Evaluation by a psychiatrist, supervision, and integrated care

6. Crisis Intervention / Peer Support

Helps with: Acute emotional distress, suicidal ideation, crisis moments
What to expect: Rapid response, de-escalation, and safety planning

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3. Choosing the Right Mental Health Provider in NYC

When selecting a therapist or clinic, here’s a checklist you can use:

Specialization & experience with children/teens
Make sure the provider has experience specifically with youth and adolescent mental health.
Modalities offered
Do they offer CBT, DBT, play therapy, family work, etc.? If your child has a particular issue (e.g. OCD), see if they have therapists experienced in that modality.
Transparency & measurable goals
The best providers set clear benchmarks, so you can see progress. That’s a core promise at Mount.
Parent involvement
The best outcomes often come when parents are involved. Ask whether the provider collaborates with you.
Telehealth vs in-person options
Flexible options make consistency easier—especially in NYC traffic or during busy school days.
Insurance & sliding scale options
Ask whether your insurance is accepted or whether the provider offers sliding scale or financial aid.
Location & logistics
Even an excellent provider won’t help if it’s too hard to get there regularly.

Mount Behavioral Health checks all these boxes: we accept major insurance plans (e.g. Healthfirst, MetroPlus, Empire, Anthem, Molina, Emblem, etc.) offer both telehealth across NYC and in-person in Brooklyn, and maintain transparency in our process.

4. Insurance, Telehealth & NYC Logistics

Insurance & Payment

Mount Behavioral Health accepts many major insurance plans. However, coverage can vary depending on your specific plan and provider network. Reach out to your insurer and to us to confirm.

We also consider sliding scale or flexible payment options for families facing financial constraints. (You may want to confirm this internally and add details.)

Telehealth & Remote Options

Telehealth enables continuity and convenience—no commuting, no missed school, and easier scheduling. At Mount, we offer secure video and phone sessions for children, teens, and young adults.

For families in NYC where traffic or distance is a barrier, telehealth is often the practical solution.

NYC Considerations

Public transit & parking: For families coming in person, accessibility by public transit or parking availability is key.
School coordination: We coordinate with schools when helpful (absenteeism, behavior support)
After-school / evening sessions: To ease scheduling conflicts
Multilingual support: NYC is diverse—offering services in the family’s language improves outcomes (check internally whether your team provides multilingual services)

5. Getting Started: What to Expect

If you're considering Mount Behavioral Health or another provider, here’s what your journey might look like:

Initial consultation / intake
We’ll review your child’s history, current challenges, goals, and preferences.
Comprehensive assessment
Standardized assessments, interviews, rating scales to get a detailed baseline
Treatment planning & goal setting
Co-creating a plan with milestones and measurable objectives
Sessions begin
Regular therapy, sometimes including parent/family sessions
Progress reviews & adjustments
Periodic check-ins to ensure we’re on track; we pivot if needed
Graduation / transition / maintenance
As goals are met, we plan for relapse prevention, check-ins, or lower-frequency support

At Mount, you’ll always have transparency: we believe you should know where your child is, how they’re doing, and what’s next.

6. Resources & Recommended Reading

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) — guidelines for youth mental health
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) — research and facts on adolescent mental health
Child Mind Institute — parent resources, how to talk to your child, therapy overviews
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene — local mental health support lines & community resources
Mount Behavioral Health’s Blog — posts about strategies, policy updates, insurance guidance (e.g. How NYC Parents Can Get Medicaid-Covered Mental Health Services)

(You should hyperlink to relevant external resources above.)

7. Why Mount Behavioral Health Is a Leader in NYC Youth Mental Health

Trauma-informed, evidence-based care for children, teens & young adults
Multiple service lines: psychotherapy, psychiatry, peer support, crisis intervention
Locations across NYC + telehealth (Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island)
Most insurances accepted and flexible payment options
Clear communication & measurable progress — we believe families deserve transparency.
Parental involvement and partnership — your child’s success includes you.

With those pillars, we strive to be not just another clinic, but a trusted partner in your child’s growth and healing.

8. Contact us

If you suspect your child is struggling, don’t wait. Early intervention often leads to better outcomes.

Get started with Mount Behavioral Health:

Visit our Contact Page to schedule a consultation or request more information
Explore our Services Page or detailed Treatments Page
Want to learn more about insurance or logistics? See our Insurance Page
Check out our FAQ Page for quick answers to common parent questions

We offer free 15-minute consultations, telehealth, and in-person sessions.

Reach us directly:
📞 718-400-0545
📧 info@mountbh.org (or via contact form)

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