Links & Resources
Resources
The following resources are provided for additional support and information. These organizations are independent of this practice and may be helpful in situations where additional care, education, or crisis support is needed.
If you are unsure which resource may be most appropriate, we can discuss options together.
Crisis and Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
π Call or text 988
Provides 24/7, free and confidential support for individuals in distress.
β‘οΈ Visit 988 Lifeline [988lifeline.org]
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βNYC 988 (formerly NYC WELL)
π Call or text 988
π¬ Chat online [nyc988.cit...newyork.us]
Free, confidential mental health support available 24/7, with access to counselors and additional services across New York City. [nyc988.cit...newyork.us]
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βOncology and Medical Support
American Cancer Society
π 1-800-227-2345
β‘οΈ Visit American Cancer Society [cancer.org]
Provides comprehensive information on cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship, along with patient support services. [education.cancer.org]
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CancerCare
π 1-800-813-4673
β‘οΈ Visit CancerCare [cancercare.org]
Offers free professional support services, including counseling, support groups, education, and financial assistance for individuals affected by cancer. [cancercare.org]
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National Cancer Institute (NCI)
π 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
β‘οΈ Visit National Cancer Institute [cancer.gov]
Provides research-based information on cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship, and is a leading national source for cancer information. [cancer.gov]
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LIVESTRONG Foundation
β‘οΈ https://www.livestrong.org/
Provides resources and support focused on survivorship, wellness, and navigating life after cancer.
(Note: This link is accurate as of general knowledge; let me know if you want me to formally verify this one as well.)
Health and Community Services
HITE (Health Information Tool for Empowerment)
π 1-866-370-4483
β‘οΈ Visit HITE Directory
Directory of free and low-cost health and social services across New York City.
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Mental Health Services (Adults)
βThe following organizations provide accessible mental health services, including sliding-scale options:
Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy
π 718-622-2000
π Brooklyn
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Individual psychotherapy
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Sliding scale and insurance accepted
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Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies
π 212-228-6036
π Manhattan
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Individual psychotherapy for adults
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Sliding-scale options
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Community Counseling and Mediation
π 718-802-0666
π Multiple NYC locations
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Mental health services for adults
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Multilingual support
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Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy
π 212-333-3444
π Manhattan
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Individual psychotherapy
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Specialized services (trauma, eating disorders, LGBTQ-affirmative care)
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New Horizon Counseling Center
π 718-845-2620
π Multiple locations (Queens)
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Mental health services
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Sliding scale and insurance accepted
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Puerto Rican Family Institute
π Multiple NYC locations
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Mental health services
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Multilingual support
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Safe Horizon Counseling Center
π 347-328-8110
π Manhattan & Brooklyn
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Trauma-focused therapy
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Support for survivors of violence
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Bereavement and Support
Calvary Hospital Bereavement Services
π 718-518-2173
π Multiple NYC locations
Provides free bereavement support groups for individuals coping with loss.
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Community-Based Health Servicesβ
The Institute for Family Health
π Multiple NYC locations
Provides integrated medical and mental health services, including sliding-scale care.
William F. Ryan Community Health Network
π Manhattan
Offers primary care and mental health services with sliding-scale options.
