Finding an affordable therapist in NYC can be difficult. Most private practice therapists charge between $150 - $250+ per session and finding in-network therapists can be overwhelming: health insurance websites are often outdated and inaccurate, and those who are in-network are hardly ever accepting new patients because their services are so in-demand.
If you do not have the financial means to afford the typical NYC therapy fees, there are a number of ways to afford therapy on a budget, including sliding scales and using out-of-network benefits.
If sliding scales are still above what you can afford, below are institutes that offer need and income-based low cost therapy services, most provided by non-profits and therapist training institutions.
- Low cost therapy for students in NYC
- Low cost therapy for LGBTQ folks in NYC
- Low cost therapy in different languages in NYC
- Low cost therapy for veterans in NYC
- Low cost therapy for the homeless in NYC
- Low cost therapy for older adults and seniors in NYC
- Free helplines in NYC
- Other low fee services in NYC
- Low cost therapy services in Brooklyn
Low cost therapy for college students in NYC
Karen Horney Clinic
The Karen Horney Clinic was named after Karen Horney, MD, who was a pioneer in psychoanalysis. The clinic is a not-for-profit organization that aims to provide low-cost therapy services to those from all socioeconomic classes, as well as provide advanced training and opportunities for graduates of doctoral, social work, and mental health counseling programs. Treatment is available for depression, anxiety, phobias, sleep disturbances, OCD, PTSD, and many more. The Clinic also provides services for college mental health, children and adolescents, and those who have experienced trauma.
Focus areas
Adult, children, adolescents, college mental health, trauma
Fees
The Karen Horney Clinic accepts different insurance plans, including Aetna, Affinity, Amida Care, BCBS, Emblemhealth, Fidelis, GHI, Healthfirst, Health Plus, Medicaid, Medicare, MVP, Metro Plus, the Empire Plan, and Wellcare. For those who don’t have insurance, there is a flat fee of $75 for the initial intake appointment. Then, a budget worksheet is prepared and completed for the Admissions Committee, who will then determine a sliding scale fee for ongoing therapy sessions. For students at Hunter College who don’t have insurance, the initial intake fee is $50, and each ongoing session is also $50.
Location
329 E. 62nd Street
New York, NY 10065
Contact information
M - F: 9am to 9pm
212.838.4333
The Gestalt Center
The Gestalt Center for Psychotherapy and training is the first chartered non-profit institution to offer therapeutic services and training completely within a Gestalt framework in New York. The center’s goals include educating and training students in Gestalt theory and to provide low-cost therapy through their Treatment Center to those who could otherwise not afford treatment. The therapists at the Gestalt Center include licensed social workers, psychologists, counselors, and psychoanalysts. They are skilled professionals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and personal backgrounds. Some of the therapists are bilingual.
Focus areas
Reduced fee referral service, special student rates
Fees
At the Gestalt Center, fees are on a sliding scale basis. There is a one-time initial intake fee of $40. The center also has special student rates.
Location
37 E 28th St #408
New York, NY 10016
Contact information
212.387.9429
Low cost therapy for LGBTQ folks in NYC
IHI Therapy Center
The Institute for Human Identity has been serving LGBTQ-identified people for three decades. It practices therapy that affirms and respects the needs of LGBTQ people and their families through individual and group counseling and therapy geared toward folks in the entertainment industry. The founder of the institute was part of the movement to remove homosexuality from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, where it was previously listed as a disorder.
Focus areas
LGBTQ, reduced fee psychotherapy, low fees for entertainment professionals
Fees
Fee-for-service; sliding scale based on your annual income
Location
322 8th Ave. Suite 802
New York, NY 10001
Contact information
Telephone: 212.243.2830
Email: info@ihitherapy.org
The Institute for Family Health (IFH)
The Institute of Family Health (IFH) is a non-profit organization with 32 health centers located in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, and Dutchess and Ulster Counties in the Mid-Hudson Valley. They aim to improve access to health care for the underserved and poor populations in New York City. They offer primary care, behavioral health, and dental care. They also have two free clinics that are open on Saturday mornings for those who do not have insurance, one located in the Bronx and one in Manhattan. For the LGBTQ community, IFH’s health centers offer services beyond mental healthcare, such as primary care, behavioral health, HIV services, testing and treatment for STIs, and hormone treatment for patients interested in gender transition.
Focus areas
Children, adolescents, adults, and families, LGBTQ, homeless
Fees
The Institute of Family Health (IFH )accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans including Aetna, United Healthcare, Emblem Health, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. It is recommended that one calls before scheduling an appointment to make sure your insurance plan is accepted. For those with no insurance, the IFH provides a sliding-fee discount program based on income and family size.
Locations (Manhattan)
The Institute for Family Health at 17th Street: 230 West 17th St (between 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY 10011
Family Health Center of Harlem: 1824 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10035
Sidney Hillman/Phillips Family Practice: 16 East 16th St, New York, NY 10003
Amsterdam Family Health Center: 690 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025
The Institute for Family Health Center for Counseling at the Alliance: 64 West 35th St, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10001
Contact information
212.633.0800 (Manhattan Corporate office)
Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy
The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy consists of over 150 therapists who provide individual and group sessions at reduced cost according to income needs. They provide services for children, adolescents, LGBTQ, eating disorders, trauma, family / couples therapy.
Focus areas
Children, adolescents, LGBTQ, eating disorders, trauma, family / couples therapy
Services
Psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and specialty treatment programs including eating disorders, trauma, family/couples, and LGBTQ affirmative therapy
Fees
The initial intake appointment is a $60 flat fee and the intake committee reviews income-verification documents to provide clients with a fair fee; the intake fee falls at about the middle of their scale. Low income individuals and students pay lower fees; higher income individuals pay higher fees.
Location
1841 Broadway (at 60th St.)
4th Floor
New York, NY 10023
Contact information
Call 212.333.3444 to schedule an appointment
White Institute
The White Institute provides low-cost therapy for adults, children and families, as well as providing special services for artists, LGBTQ people and those dealing with eating disorders, addiction and trauma. The Institute's approach is mainly influenced by Freud’s contemporary Sandor Ferenczi, who played a role in stressing the importance of therapists expressing empathy and being actively involved during sessions.
Focus areas
Adults, children, family, LGBTQ, eating disorders, addiction, trauma
Low cost psychotherapy and psychoanalysis
Fees
The White Institute offers therapy based on their sliding scale guidelines. They do not accept Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, they can provide referrals for those who have Medicaid or SSI coverage.
Location
20 West 74th Street
New York, NY 10023
Contact information
212.873.0725
National Institute for the Psychotherapies (NIP)
The National Institute for the Psychotherapies (NIP) is a not-for-profit academic institution that provides clinical training programs for graduate and post-graduate mental health professionals. They offer their services at a low cost and reduced fee to individuals, families, couples, and children. They have over 80 therapists that assist patients with depression, anxiety, relationships issues, job loss or job changes, college life, life transitions, and more. They also offer LGBTQ-affirmative treatment and are sensitive to cultural and religious issues. For trauma patients, NIP offers a trauma treatment center for adults for a reduced fee.
Focus areas
Adults, trauma, LGBTQ
Fees
The National Institute for the Psychotherapies (NIP) is in-network with Aetna, HealthFirst, and ValueOptions commercial plans such as Emblem and HIP. NIP does not accept Medicare or Medicaid. For those without insurance, sliding scale rates are available and determined based on adjusted income and financial circumstances.
Location
250 West 57th St
Suite #501
New York, NY 10107
Contact information
212.582.1566
Open weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays
Low cost therapy in different languages in NYC
NYC Well
NYC Well is a free and confidential online resource for those struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, or drug and alcohol misuse. This resource is available 24/7 and is also available in 200+ different languages. People are able to find services in New York City directly on the website along with coping/wellness tips such as full body relaxation, deep breathing, and mindfulness. When one contacts NYC Well, they can expect to be connected to either a trained counselor or peer support specialist who will listen about one’s concerns and help one through a crisis by providing support, resources, and referrals.
Focus areas
24/7 mental health hotline; free crisis intervention and referrals by phone, text, or chat
Fees
NYC Well is a free resource for everyone.
Location
N/A
Contact information
Call: 1.888.NYC.WELL
Text: "WELL" to 65173
Metropolitan Center for Mental Health (MCMH)
The Metropolitan Center for Mental Health (MCMH) is a non-profit outpatient mental health clinic that provides low cost and affordable mental health services for those in emotional distress but who cannot afford treatment. Their services include individual therapy, play therapy for children, parent counseling, couples and family therapy, group therapy, and medication therapy. They also offer a program for those who speak Spanish, a child and adolescent program, and a substance abuse treatment program. Their staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals who are highly trained. They are located in various locations which are easily accessible by public transportation.
Focus areas
Psychotherapy and medication management on a low cost basis
Hispanic Family Service, child & adolescent program, substance abuse program
Fees
The Metropolitan Center for Mental Health (MCMH) accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and several Managed Care Plans (commercial plans, Medicaid plans, and Medicare Advantage). For those without insurance, the MCMH offers a sliding scale fee based on proof of income and family size/dependents. There is a flat fee for the initial intake of $35 or $45 for a psychiatric evaluation.
Locations
160 West 86th Street
New York, NY, 10024
1090 St. Nicholas Ave
New York, NY 10032
Contact information
212.362.8755 (86th Street)
212.543.0777 (St. Nicholas Ave)
M - F: 9am to 10pm
Sat: 9am to 7pm
Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies (CMPS)
At the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies (CMPS), the Consultation and Referral Service division offers affordable short- and long-term therapy. They treat a variety of life challenges including depression, anxiety, relationships, job stress, addictions, loss and grief, parenting, ADHD, and life transitions. They welcome people from all different religious, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds. All therapists at CMPS have completed a minimum of Masters level training in mental health and psychoanalysis. They also present a diverse population and can provide services in Greek, Italian, Maltese, Spanish, and Swedish.
Focus areas
Low-cost psychotherapy for adults, children, adolescents, elders, couples, and families
Languages provided: Greek, Italian, Maltese, Spanish, and Swedish
Fees
At the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies (CMPS), fees are determined on a sliding scale based on one’s ability to pay. The initial intake fee is $40.
Location
16 West 10th St between 5th and 6th Ave
New York, NY 10011
Contact information
212.228.6036
M - Th: 9am to 9pm
F: 9am to 8pm
Sat: 9am to 1pm
Low cost therapy for veterans in NYC
Make the Connection
Make the Connection is an online resource for veterans, their family members, and friends, who are seeking local support and treatment options for mental health. They provide information about signs and symptoms of topics such as alcohol or drug problems, eating disorders, chronic pain, feeling on edge, trouble sleeping, and many more. They also provide information about different medical conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, and schizophrenia. Make the Connection posts videos from other veterans about their experiences and life challenges since leaving the military.
Focus areas
Military veterans mental health information and resource locator
Fees
Make the Connection is a free resource
Location
N/A
Contact information
Veterans Crisis Line: 1.800.273.8255 (Press 1)
Dean Hope Center for Educational and Psychological Services (DHCEPS)
The Dean Hope Center for Educational and Psychological Services (DHCEPS) at Columbia University provides affordable therapy for adults, children, adolescents, veterans, groups, and families. They welcome people from all different backgrounds, regardless of their age, race, socioeconomic status, gender, or sexual orientation. At the same time, the DHCEPS offers students at Columbia University the opportunity to incorporate their coursework into real-life experience through training supervised by highly qualified professionals.
Focus areas
Low fee psychotherapy and psychoeducational assessment
Veterans, adult, couples, group therapy, children, adolescents
Fees
The DHCEPS has a sliding scale fee available for therapy services based on an individual’s household income and expenses. They do not accept any medical insurance, but their intakes are free of charge. Intake and therapy services are free of charge for veterans and their family members.
Location
525 West 120th St, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10027
Contact information
212.678.3262
Low cost therapy for the homeless in NYC
Care for the Homeless
Care for the Homeless serves the needs of the homeless population in New York City. They aim to increase the access of care, regardless of one’s ability to pay. They provide shelters for single adults and families, soup kitchens, drop-in centers, and street outreaches in four of New York City’s five boroughs. Their staff include medical providers and social service professionals who help with a range of psychosocial needs among homeless people. Their health services include primary care, mental and behavioral health, and podiatry services.
Focus areas
Medical, substance abuse, and mental health services for homeless
Fees
At Care for the Homeless, services are provided regardless of patients’ age or ability to pay
Location
30 East 33rd St, 5th floor
New York NY 10016
Contact information
212.366.4459
The Institute for Family Health (IFH)
The Institute of Family Health (IFH) is a non-profit organization with 32 health centers located in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, and Dutchess and Ulster Counties in the Mid-Hudson Valley. They aim to improve access to health care for the underserved and poor populations in New York City. They offer primary care, behavioral health, and dental care. They also have two free clinics that are open on Saturday mornings for those who do not have insurance, one located in the Bronx and one in Manhattan. For the homeless population, the Institute’s Healthcare for the Homeless Program has six locations in Manhattan which provide medical care, behavioral health care, discounted medications, and referral to other services. This program is funded by Care for the Homeless in New York City.
Focus areas
Children, adolescents, adults, and families, LGBTQ, homeless
Fees
The Institute of Family Health (IFH )accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans including Aetna, United Healthcare, Emblem Health, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. It is recommended that one calls before scheduling an appointment to make sure your insurance plan is accepted. For those with no insurance, the IFH provides a sliding-fee discount program based on income and family size.
Locations (Manhattan)
The Institute for Family Health at 17th Street: 230 West 17th St (between 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY 10011
Family Health Center of Harlem: 1824 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10035
Sidney Hillman/Phillips Family Practice: 16 East 16th St, New York, NY 10003
Amsterdam Family Health Center: 690 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025
The Institute for Family Health Center for Counseling at the Alliance: 64 West 35th St, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10001
Contact information
212.633.0800 (Manhattan Corporate office)
Goddard Riverside Community Center - The Other Place (TOP)
Goddard’s Riverside Community Center is one of New York City’s leading human service organizations where they provide basic necessities, such as food, shelter, and education, to those in need. Their goal to reduce and overcome cultural, racial, and ethnic barriers. They welcome people of all different backgrounds in their community, regardless of age, race, gender, and sexuality. The Goddard Riverside Community Center provides a program called The Other Place (TOP) for homeless and formerly homeless adults age 18 and older who have a mental illness or a history of mental illness. This program provides a psychosocial day program where they teach daily living and social skills, help build one’s self-esteem, and foster creativity through art and music therapy.
Focus areas
History of homelessness and substance use
Fees
Please contact site about fees
Location
264 West 87th Street
New York, NY 10024
Contact information
212.799.7171
Low cost therapy for older adults and seniors in NYC
Service Program for Older People (SPOP)
The Service Program for Older People (SPOP) is dedicated to enhancing the mental health of adults ages 55 and older in New York City. The services they offer include comprehensive mental health care, substance use counseling, home-based psychotherapy for those who are homebound due to disability, free bereavement support for adults of all ages, specialized therapy for caregivers, and appointments at their clinic satellite sites located throughout Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn. They also offer their counseling services in different languages as well, including Spanish, French, and Cantonese.
Focus areas
Adults ages 55 and older
Fees
SPOP accepts a variety of insurance plans including, but not limited to, Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Neighborhood Healthcare, United Healthcare, and Senior Health Partners. For those without health insurance, SPOP also offers a sliding scale fee, if eligible.
Location
302 West 91st Street
New York, NY 10024
Please contact site for various satellite locations
Contact information
Telephone: (212) 787-7120 (Ext. 514 for intake/referrals)
Email: info@spop.org
Jewish Association Serving the Aging (JASA)
The Jewish Association Serving the Aging (JASA) is a non-profit organization that serves older adults of all races, religions, genders, and socioeconomic backgrounds in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Their mental health services are located in the Bronx where they treat various mental health problems and provide individual and group therapy, pharmacological therapy, in-home counseling, and assistance in accessing community-based social services.
Senior Centers: JASA also started the initiative to provide mental health services in senior centers across the Bronx where on-site clinicians are available to support the mental health of older adults through counseling and referrals.
Friendship Houses: JASA provides friendship houses in the Bronx and Brooklyn for seniors recovering from mental health problems. Friendship houses include health-related services, social activities, psychosocial rehabilitation, and family/peer support.
PEARLS: JASA collaborates with Montefiore Home Care in their Program to Encourage Active, Rewarding Lives for Seniors (PEARLS). PEARLS is located in the Bronx and aims to help reduce depression symptoms and improve the quality of life for older adults.
Focus areas
Older adults
Fees
Contact JASA for fees
Location
Bronx Clinic: One Fordham Plaza, Suite 908, Bronx, NY 10458
Senior Centers
Neighborhood SHOPP Casa Boricua Senior Center - 910 East 172nd Street 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10460-5802
Bay Eden Senior Center - 1220 East 229th Street , Bronx, NY 10466-5809
PSS Davidson Senior Center - 950 Union Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459
BronxWorks Morris Innovative Senior Center - 80 East 181st Street, Bronx, NY 10453
Friendship Houses
Bronx Friendship House - 2705 Schley Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465
Brooklyn Friendship House - 202 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Contact information
718.365.4044
Community Advisory Program for the Elderly (CAPE)
The Community Advisory Program for the Elderly (CAPE) is an outpatient mental health clinic of the Samuel Field Y for adults ages 50 and older and their family members. CAPE provides services including individual, family, and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, and medication monitoring for both ambulatory and homebound seniors. They also provide support groups for families and caregivers. CAPE also has several satellite clinics throughout Queens, located in Astoria, Bayside, Flushing, Forest Hills, Jamaica, Rego Park, Ridgewood, and Sunnyside where they provide onsite social work and psychiatric services. For those who are homebound or socially isolated, CAPE is able to offer telephone reassurance services.
Focus areas
Adults ages 50 or older
Fees
CAPE accepts most insurances including Medicare and Medicaid
Location
Samuel Field Y
58-20 Little Neck Pkwy
Little Neck, NY 11362
Contact information
Telephone: 718-224-0566
Email: cape@sfy.org
Free helplines in NYC
NYC Well
NYC Well is a free and confidential online resource for those struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, or drug and alcohol misuse. The mental health hotline directly connects you to either a trained counselor or peer support specialist. However, for those seeking immediate help, it is recommended that 911 is called. This resource is available 24/7 and is also available in 200+ different languages. People are able to find services in New York City directly on the website along with coping and wellness tips such as full body relaxation, taking deep breaths, and mindfulness.
Focus areas
24/7 mental health hotline; free crisis intervention and referrals by phone, text, or chat
Fees
NYC Well is a free resource for everyone
Location
N/A
Contact information
Call: 1.888.NYC.WELL
Text: "WELL" to 65173
National Institute on Mental Illness (NAMI) NYC
The New York City Metro’s branch of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides resources for free support groups and education courses about mental health in New York City. They also have a helpline available in both English and Spanish Mondays through Fridays from 11am to 6pm. For immediate help or emergencies, it is recommended to call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. The helpline is completely confidential and is answered by trained family members and people living with mental health problems.
Focus areas
Bipolar disorder, OCD, mood disorders, helpline
Fees
NAMI NYC is a free resource for everyone
Location
505 8th Ave, Suite 1103
New York, NY 10018-4541
Contact information
212.684.3365
Helpline: 212.684.3264
Other low cost therapy services
Ackerman Institute for the Family
The Ackerman Institute for the Family serves families and couples from all ethnic, economic, and religious backgrounds in New York City by providing therapy treatment at their on-site clinic. Treatment is provided by mental health professionals on the Ackerman faculty, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers. The treatment centers discuss a variety of topics including, school difficulties, child and adolescent problems, marital issues, divorce, bereavement, learning disabilities, and conflictual family relationships. They also provide resources for parents, including a parenting guide and parent workshops for parents of children with developmental disabilities.
Focus areas
Couples and family therapy
Fees
At the Ackerman Institute for the Family, fees are sliding scale based on one’s income. Ackerman is also an in-network provider for Oxford, HIP, MetroPlus, and Health First. They also accept Medicaid.
Location
Ackerman Institute for the Family
936 Broadway, 2nd Fl.
New York, NY 10010
Contact information
Telephone: 212.879.4900
Email: info@ackerman.org
M - F: 9am to 9pm
Sat: 9am to 4pm
The Psychological Center - City College
The Psychological Center at City College is a community-based mental health clinic that offers affordable mental health care to the communities of Upper Manhattan, particularly to those from underserved, poor, and disenfranchised populations. Their services provided include individual therapy, group therapy, family and couple therapy, and psychological/neuropsychological testing for children, adolescents, and adults. All services are provided by doctoral students at City College majoring in Clinical Psychology.
Focus areas
Adult, child, individual and group therapy for both adult and children
Fees
At the Psychological Center at City College, no insurance or credit card payments are accepted. All fees must be paid by cash, certified money order, or check. The initial intake fee is $30, which is to be paid at the start of the first intake session. Individual and group therapy fees after that are $50 per session. Individuals can apply for a reduced fee for all therapy services by providing certain documentations:
- Annual household income (W2 tax form & current pay stub)
- Amount spent on housing (copy of rent, lease, or mortgage payment)
- Number of dependents that patient is responsible for (tax returns)
Location
160 Convent Ave, 8th Floor of the North Academic Center, Room 101
New York, NY 10031
Alternate Entrance: Amsterdam Ave between 136th Street and 137th Street
Contact information
Telephone: 212.650.6602
Email: thepsychcenter@gmail.com
Open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 8:30pm
Closed on Fridays in July
Closed during the month of August
The Safran Center for Psychological Services
The Safran Center for Psychological Services offers low-fee psychotherapy for a diverse range of presenting problems using both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches and a social justice framework. The Safran Center therapists are first-year clinical psychology doctoral students at The New School for Social Research and all services are provided in the context of clinical training. Each therapist works closely with a licensed clinical supervisor and a treatment team.
Focus areas
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoeducational/Psychodiagnostic Assessment
Fees
Sliding scale $20-$50, with exceptions made for individuals facing financial hardship.
Contact information
Telephone: 212.229.5700 x 2478
Email: safrancenter@newschool.edu
Center for Psychological Services - St. John's
The Center of Psychological Services at St. John’s University provides care in Queens to people with all racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. Their services are for children, adolescents, and adults and include individual therapy, family or marital therapy, and group therapy. Currently, the treatment groups available include social anxiety for teens, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for adults, and a group for parents with a child between the ages of 3 - 5. All therapy sessions typically are scheduled for 50 minutes and meet once a week.
Focus areas
Adults, children, adolescents, group therapy, family / couples therapy
Fees
The Center of Psychological Services at St. John’s University does not accept insurance. However, their fees are on a sliding scale fee based on income in order to provide services at a low to moderate cost.
Location
Seton Complex, St. John's University
152-11 Union Turnpike
Flushing, NY 11367
Contact information
Telephone: 718.990.1900
Email: psychcenter@stjohns.edu
M - Th: 11am to 9pm
F: 9am to 6pm
Sat: 9am to 1pm
The Training Institute for Mental Health (TIMH)
The Training Institute for Mental Health (TIMH) is a non-profit organization that provides high-quality and affordable therapy services to people in New York City. Their clinical services include individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and family therapy, and treatment is available for those with depression, anxiety, anger management, low self-esteem, career difficulties, or relationship conflicts. Therapists are available every day of the week, during the day and evenings to best accommodate their client’s schedules.
Focus areas
Individual, couples, group, and family therapy
Fees
The Training Institute for Mental Health (TIMH) currently accepts Aetna insurance. However, other insurances may provide “out-of-network” benefits for behavioral health services. The initial intake fee for individual appointments are $60, and $65 for couples. From there, the regular fee is determined by the one’s income on our sliding scale.
Location
280 Madison Avenue Suite 708
New York, NY 10016
The PPSC Treatment Service
The PPSC Treatment Service, founded in 1986, is committed to providing quality psychotherapy in a private practice setting for affordable fees. Its staff consists of highly-trained, licensed therapists who offer a sliding scale based on ability to pay. They offer short or long term psychotherapy, as well as psychoanalysis, at hours convenient to your schedule.
Focus areas
Individual therapy
Fees
Aetna, NYU, and Marymount Student insurance plans.
Location
80 5th Avenue, #903A
New York, New York 10011
Low Cost Therapy Services in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy & New Directions
The Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy is a not-for-profit organization that provides affordable services to children, adolescents, and adults with behavioral and personality problems. New Directions Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Program is an outpatient treatment program for those with a history of substance abuse. Services for both centers are provided in English and Spanish. Their staff members consist of psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and therapists who provide a safe and welcoming environment for their clients.
Fees
The Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy & New Directions accepts many insurance plans, including, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Beacon, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, MetroPlus, and Wellcare. The initial intake appointment costs $60. Their fees are based on a sliding scale.
Location
300 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Contact information
Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy Appointments: 718.622.2000
New Directions Appointments: 718.398.0800
The Jewish Board
The Jewish Board offers services to everyone, regardless of religion, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or age. They have over 75 locations around New York City and Westchester. They provide mental and behavioral health services, services for children, trauma, and recovery. They have 15 mental health clinics that offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy, as well as evaluation assessment and medication management. Their staff speaks a variety of languages including Spanish, Russian, Farsi, and Haitian Creole.
Fees
The Jewish Board accepts Medicaid and other insurance plans and offers a sliding scale fee for those who don’t have insurance. The initial cost is $68, and sliding scale fee is $20+ based on one’s income.
Location
135 West 50th St,
New York, NY 10020
Contact information
1.844.ONE.CALL
Kings County Hospital Center
Kings County Hospital offers individual and group therapy. They have an adult behavioral health outpatient program, chemical dependency treatment services, an alcoholism treatment center, and an educational vocational rehabilitation program (EVR). Their team consists of psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, addiction counselors, and therapists who provide a safe and welcoming environment for their clients.
Fees
Kings County Hospital Center offers therapy for $15 - $20 per session
Location
451 Clarkson Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11203
Contact information
1.888.NYC.4NYC
Open Path
Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is a non-profit network of mental health therapists and professionals that provide mental health care at a reduced rate. They offer individual, children, couples, and family therapy. Their directory does not include psychiatrists. Their therapists provide psychotherapy, or talk therapy and cannot prescribe or manage medications. Some of their therapists offer remote therapy, also known as teletherapy.
Fees
Open Path has a one-time membership fee for $49. Therapy sessions then range from $30 to $50. Open Path does not accept any insurance plans.
Location
Various locations depending on therapists
Contact information
1.800.263.2833
North Brooklyn Therapy
North Brooklyn Therapy offers individual therapy different challenges, including anxiety, depression, family issues, eating disorders, and trauma. They also offer couples therapy, premarital counseling, and sex therapy services. Sessions are for 45 minutes and occur on a weekly basis. Skype video sessions are also available.
Fees
North Brooklyn Therapy does not accept any insurance plans, but can provide an itemized bill to submit to an insurance provide for potential reimbursement.
The fee for therapy with a fully licensed therapists is $140 – $175 per session.
The fee for therapy with an associate therapists is $110 per session.
The fee for therapy with a therapy interns is $75 per session.
Location
896 Manhattan Avenue
2nd floor
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Contact information
718.247.9898