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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Brownsville, NY (2026)

262 child and teen therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Brownsville: The Child Center of NY Residential Treatment Facility Brooklyn, RP Score 72/100; 4.0★ from 38 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 21

    Most-reviewed: New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center, 255 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 262 ranked; ranked #21.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

262 Brownsville child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 107 open Saturdays and 70 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 262 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Child and teen therapists in East New York ranking. See Child and teen therapists in East New York

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Brownsville at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Brownsville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Child Center of NY Residential Treatment Facility Brooklyn724.0★ (38)Brooklyn, 1 mi awayEveningsOverall
2Manhattan Psychology Group, PC704.4★ (21)New York City, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Jerry Bubrick, PHD704.2★ (5)New York City, 7 mi away——
4Integrative Neuropsychological Services PLLC, John Ferrera PhD694.9★ (8)New York City, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Dr. Janet Jackson694.8★ (4)New York City, 8 mi away——
6Tribeca Play Therapy Child & Family Psychotherapy694.5★ (8)New York City, 6 mi awaySun · Evenings—
7Livanis Behavioral Consulting684.4★ (11)Astoria, 7 mi awaySat—
8Anil Chacko, PhD683.7★ (3)New York City, 9 mi away——
9Brown Phyllis A685.0★ (4)Staten Island, 11 mi away——
10indigokinn, llc675.0★ (5)Brooklyn, 5 mi awayEvenings—

The 262 best child and teen therapists in Brownsville, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Brownsville

    #1 The Child Center of NY Residential Treatment Facility Brooklyn

    Based in Brooklyn, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.0★ from 38 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2050 Dean St, Brooklyn, NY 11233
    View profile for The Child Center of NY Residential Treatment Facility Brooklyn(718) 483-9871

  2. #2 Manhattan Psychology Group, PC

    Based in New York City, 9 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    107 W 82 St LL P101, New York, NY 10024
    View profile for Manhattan Psychology Group, PC(646) 389-4112

  3. #3 Jerry Bubrick, PHD

    Based in New York City, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    101 E 56th St, New York, NY 10022
    View profile for Jerry Bubrick, PHD(646) 625-4346

  4. #4 Integrative Neuropsychological Services PLLC, John Ferrera PhD

    Based in New York City, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    90 Broad St Suite 1008, New York, NY 10004
    View profile for Integrative Neuropsychological Services PLLC, John Ferrera PhD(917) 300-8006

  5. #5 Dr. Janet Jackson

    Based in New York City, 8 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    161 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019
    View profile for Dr. Janet Jackson(917) 842-5505

  6. #6 Tribeca Play Therapy Child & Family Psychotherapy

    Based in New York City, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 1 PM–9 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–8 PM
    Address
    59 Franklin St #1, New York, NY 10013
    View profile for Tribeca Play Therapy Child & Family Psychotherapy(646) 681-1707

  8. #8 Anil Chacko, PhD

    Based in New York City, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1 Gustave L. Levy Pl, New York, NY 10029
    View profile for Anil Chacko, PhD(716) 982-2464

  9. #9 Brown Phyllis A

    Based in Staten Island, 11 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    633 Clove Rd, Staten Island, NY 10310
    View profile for Brown Phyllis A(917) 750-7522

  10. #10 indigokinn, llc

    Based in Brooklyn, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    37 Greenpoint Ave #308, Brooklyn, NY 11222
    View profile for indigokinn, llc(516) 384-3348

  12. #12 Child Mind Institute

    Based in New York City, 7 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.9★ from 75 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 75 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    215 E 50th St, New York, NY 10022
    View profile for Child Mind Institute(212) 308-3118

  13. #13 S & C Kids Power, Inc.

    Based in New York City, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 PM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1935 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10029
    View profile for S & C Kids Power, Inc.(212) 348-0610

  16. #16 WholeMind Psychology

    Based in New York City, 8 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    330 W 58th St, New York, NY 10019
    View profile for WholeMind Psychology(646) 450-3455

  17. #17 YCS Helen May Strauss Clinic

    Based in Union City, 10 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    711 32nd St #3, Union City, NJ 07087
    View profile for YCS Helen May Strauss Clinic(201) 865-7450

  18. #18 Growing Minds Psychology PLLC

    Based in New York City, 8 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    414 E 75th St 4th Floor, New York, NY 10021
    View profile for Growing Minds Psychology PLLC(646) 494-3791

  20. #20 Dr. Ashley Castro

    Based in New York City, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    117 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023
    View profile for Dr. Ashley Castro(929) 630-4477

  22. #22 Neuro Psych Doctor - Child Psychologist - New York City

    Based in Arverne, 10 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    335 Central Ave Ste 2C, Lawrence, NY 11559
    View profile for Neuro Psych Doctor - Child Psychologist - New York City(516) 331-1337

  23. #23 Well Mind Centers, Inc.

    Based in New York City, 7 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    845 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10022
    View profile for Well Mind Centers, Inc.(212) 203-0987

  24. #24 Wellness Road Psychology

    Based in New York City, 7 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 183 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 183 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–10 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–10 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun 1 PM–7 PM
    Address
    60 E 42nd St Suite 40-12, New York, NY 10165
    View profile for Wellness Road Psychology(646) 798-2722

How we ranked Brownsville child and teen therapists

We scored 262 Brownsville child and teen therapists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Brownsville data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a child and teen therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure child and adolescent therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask how much of the work is with the child alone and how much includes parents or caregivers.
  4. For ADHD, learning or autism assessments, ask who does the testing and whether a written report is included.
  5. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a child and teen therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is child and adolescent therapy?
  • How do you involve parents, and what do you keep confidential?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Child and teen therapists in Brownsville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Brownsville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Brownsville, NY is The Child Center of NY Residential Treatment Facility Brooklyn with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.0★ from 38 Google reviews. It is open evenings. Manhattan Psychology Group, PC (#2) and Jerry Bubrick, PHD (#3) follow. We ranked 262 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Brownsville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 262 child and teen therapists serving Brownsville, NY. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which child and teen therapists in Brownsville work on weekends?

107 of 262 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 70 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Manhattan Psychology Group, PC (#2), Integrative Neuropsychological Services PLLC, John Ferrera PhD (#4) and Livanis Behavioral Consulting (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Brownsville child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 262 rated child and teen therapists in Brownsville is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center has the most, 255 reviews, and ranks #21. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank child and teen therapists?

Each child and teen therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do child and teen therapists outside Brownsville count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Brownsville city center, our service radius for child and teen therapists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can child and teen therapists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are child and teen therapists in Brownsville ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on child and adolescent therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a teenager start therapy without a parent?

It depends on where you live. The age at which a young person can agree to outpatient mental health care on their own differs between states and provinces. Ask the practice how it handles consent and what it shares with parents.

Can I see a child and teen therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Brownsville

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 262 child and teen therapists serving Brownsville.

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