Yes—Medicaid in New York fully covers therapy for children and adolescents when it's deemed medically necessary. This includes talk therapy, play therapy, trauma-informed care, family counseling, and psychiatric services.
At Mount Behavioral Health, we work with children and teens experiencing:
Medicaid plans typically cover:
Mount Behavioral Health participates in multiple Medicaid plans including:
See our full list of accepted insurance plans
Our NYC-based clinicians specialize in therapy for children, teens, and their families. We offer:
We make the intake process simple for Medicaid recipients and help families get approved quickly.
You can begin by calling us at 718-400-0545
We’ll handle the rest—including insurance checks and matching you with the right therapist.
Does my child need a diagnosis to start therapy?
No—therapy is often the first step in getting clarity about your child’s emotional needs. A diagnosis is not required upfront.
Is therapy confidential for teens?
Yes, though we encourage parent involvement, teens have a right to private conversations in therapy, based on age and circumstances.
Do you offer therapy in languages other than English?
Yes—we have therapists fluent in Spanish, Yiddish, Hebrew, and more. Please inquire during intake.
