Ohel (Children's Home and Family Services) Link to Homepage
Every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and supported. At Ohel, we provide outpatient mental health counseling in a warm and nurturing environment, helping children build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and navigate emotional and behavioral challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD.
Call 718-686-3259 to schedule an appointment or learn more.
Comprehensive, Compassionate Care
Our experienced child therapists tailor their approach to each child’s age, individual needs, and developmental stage, working with children from early childhood through young adulthood. Therapy isn’t just for the child—it’s for the whole family. We help parents strengthen their connection with their child, develop communication strategies, and implement behavior management techniques that support progress at home.
Therapy plans are customized to fit each child’s unique challenges:
- A 16-year-old with social anxiety may benefit from individual therapy combined with family sessions to deepen parental support and strengthen relationships.
- A 7-year-old processing trauma might need weekly family-and-child sessions to help them feel safe and rebuild trust.
- A child struggling with school refusal could work with a therapist on gradual exposure techniques, while parents receive guidance to support their child’s return to school.
A Space for Healing and Expression
Children often express their emotions through play, which is why our therapy rooms are thoughtfully designed with toys, games, and art materials that encourage exploration and healing.
“We ensure that every child has the materials they need to tell their story,” says Raizel Keilson, Clinical Supervisor. “For a child with trauma around the subway, for example, we provide toy subway cars. We carefully consider what each child needs to feel safe and understood.”
Expertise You Can Trust
Our team of dedicated therapists reflects the diverse communities Ohel serves, including Orthodox Jewish, Latino, Black, and Asian backgrounds. We specialize in:
- Play therapy
- Art therapy
- Childhood trauma treatment
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children
- Parenting support and behavior management
Through ongoing advanced training, our therapists stay at the forefront of the most effective treatment methods.
Supporting Families, Strengthening Futures
If you’ve noticed changes in your child’s behavior or if their school has recommended additional support, Ohel is here to help. In our warm and supportive environment, children gain the tools to understand their emotions, build self-esteem, and develop the skills they need to thrive.