Need Mental Health Service New York? We Can Help You Feel Better Right Here in NYC
Hello there. Living in NYC is fast, right? Sometimes, the stress of the city, the crowds, the work—it all piles up. It’s totally normal to feel like you need a little help. Maybe you’re wondering, “Who’s the best Psychologist near me that really gets New York life?”
We’re not just another clinic. We are your neighbors, your local experts, and we offer real, helpful Mental Health Service right here in New York. We believe getting help should be easy and feel like you’re talking to someone you can trust. We’ve been helping New Yorkers in neighborhoods like the Upper West Side, Brooklyn Heights, and even down in the Financial District for years. We know the unique pressures of this city, and we know how to help you handle them.
If you’re having trouble sleeping, feeling down, or just can’t focus, you’ve found a safe place. We have a full range of services, from simple talks with a therapist to specialized testing. Our goal is your overall wellness and wellbeing.
Psychosocial Support: Caring for Your Life, Not Just Your Symptoms
Mental health is about more than diagnoses and test results—it’s also about your relationships, your work, your family, and the community around you. That’s where Psychosocial support comes in. Psychosocial care looks at how your environment, life experiences, and social connections affect your emotional well-being. In a city as intense as New York, these factors matter a lot.
Our psychosocial services help you work through everyday stressors like relationship conflicts, workplace pressure, housing concerns, cultural adjustment, and family challenges. We take time to understand your background, support system, and daily realities so care feels relevant and practical. Whether you’re feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or stuck in difficult patterns, psychosocial support helps you build stronger coping skills, improve communication, and feel more grounded in your life. It’s a key part of our Mental Health Service New York—because feeling better isn’t just about what’s happening in your mind, but also what’s happening around you.
Psychological and Psychiatric Testing
It can be really frustrating when you know something is off, but you can’t exactly name it. That’s where testing comes in. It’s like getting a clear map of what’s going on in your mind.
We do lots of different tests here for our Mental Health Service New York. We do Psychological and Psychiatric Testing to figure out things like if you are experiencing mental distress, or if maybe you’re dealing with a mental health condition like Bipolar Disorder or Depression. It’s just a way to get clear answers so we can find the best path forward for you. When we know exactly what is happening, we can help you feel better faster. This is important for individuals and families seeking answers.
We also offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluations. If you have any questions about health insurance or how to get access to our health services, just ask.
Our Services
Neuropsychological Testing
Have you ever wondered why you keep forgetting things? Or why focusing feels impossible sometimes? The brain is amazing, but sometimes it needs a little check-up.
Our Neuropsychological Testing looks at how your brain is working. This is important for things like Memory Issues, learning, or if you or your child had a bump on the head. This testing is often used by the Brain Injury Research Center to understand issues like disability. We check things like memory, problem-solving, and attention. This type of testing is key for issues like ADD and ADHD, or for seeing how things like a stroke might have changed your thinking. Getting this testing done is a smart way to find out how your brain learns and remembers things. It gives us a blueprint for a better treatment plan. We are specialists in this field.
Psycho-Educational Testing
In a competitive city like New York, school can be tough for kids and even for adults going back to college. If your child, or maybe an adolescent, is working super hard but not getting the grades, it might not be about effort.
We offer Psycho-Educational Testing to see if there’s a reason for school struggles, like a Learning Disability. This testing helps us understand if your brain processes information differently. We can find out why reading is hard, or why math just doesn’t make sense. Once we find the learning disability, we can give you or your child specific tools and ways to learn that actually work. This helps kids in schools all over Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan get the support they need to succeed.
TESTING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN
Specialized Neuropsychological Evaluations and Assessments
At Comprehend the Mind, we customize evaluations and assessments to address the individual needs of our patients. Once testing is concluded, rather than presenting a brief overview of our findings, our team provides thorough reports and actionable recommendations.
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Autism Testing
Knowing if a child has Autism can open the door to getting the right help and support early on. Sometimes parents in neighborhoods like Park Slope or Astoria ask us, “My kid doesn’t look at me when I talk, is that normal?”
We do detailed Autism Testing for children and even adults. Getting a clear diagnosis is the first and most important step to finding the right therapy and educational resources. We also look for things like Developmental Delays and Speech / Language Delays and Problems as part of this process. If you are seeking specialized help, we can offer a referral to a specific specialist who can help you get the support you need. This is part of our commitment to your mental health.
Help for Specific Problems You Might Be Having
Sometimes you know exactly what the problem is. Maybe you had a panic attack on the subway, or you can’t stop worrying about work.
Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and Depression
Everyone feels sad sometimes, but if you have a heavy feeling all the time, or can’t stop worrying, you might be dealing with depression or anxiety. We can help with both. Counseling or psychotherapy can teach you ways to calm down that racing mind or lift that heavy feeling. This is a big part of our Mental Health Service New York. You don’t have to deal with this alone. We provide mental health support because we know how tough it can be. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, remember to call 988.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
After a scary or bad event, your mind can keep feeling like you are back there. This can happen after an accident, a crime, or other big upsetting things, like the stress from COVID-19. This is a mental health condition. We use specific types of therapy to help your brain process those memories so they don’t bother you so much anymore.
Behavior Problems
Behavior Problems
Kids sometimes have Behavior Problems that drive parents crazy. Throwing fits, not listening, or being mean to a sibling. Our counselor and social workers can help you figure out why the behavior is happening and give you real, simple ways to change it. This is about helping the whole family be happier and less stressed. We also help with things like postpartum depression.
Specialized Evaluations and Legal Work
Sometimes, our expertise as a Psychologist is needed for court, a job, or a medical procedure.
Psychiatric Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations Practice
For certain jobs, employers need to know if someone is ready to go back to work after a rough patch. We do Psychiatric Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations Practice to make sure the person is mentally prepared and safe to return to their important job.
Forensic Psychology Practice
When psychology meets the law, that’s Forensic Psychology Practice. We do evaluations for legal situations, like for people seeking asylum, or when someone's mental state needs to be known for a court case. Our findings are impartial and based on real science. This is a very specific type of mental health work.
Medical
Clearance
Some medical services need a check-up with a mental health expert first. This is called Medical Clearance. We make sure you are mentally prepared for the big change and that you have the right support in place for success after the procedure.
Our Team of Experts: More Than Just a Psychologist
To give you the best Mental Health Service New York, we have a great team with different skills. We work together so you get exactly the help you need.
- Psychotherapist and Counselor: This is the person you talk to for therapy. They help you with feelings and coping with stress.
- Psychiatrist: This expert is a medical doctor. They can diagnose and manage medication if that is part of your treatment plan.
- Social Workers and other mental health professionals on our care team work together to give you the best support.
We are a full Mental health service clinic. If you or someone with a mental health issue is struggling with substance misuse or other problems, we can help. We offer linkage to other resources. If you are in imminent danger, please call 911.
Finding Help and Support in New York State
We know that worrying about insurance or cost can stop people from getting help. We want to help you access care. Our services are provided with your needs in mind.
- Crisis Help: If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 for confidential crisis counseling anytime, 7 days a week. This is New York State’s crisis intervention lifeline. For immediate urgent help, the mobile crisis team can also assist.
- Low-Cost Options: We can help you find free or low-cost options. We have connections to community mental health centers that provide no-cost services. NYC Health and NYC Care also offer various health services and behavioral health support. Services are provided through NYC health and health and mental hygiene departments.
- Support & Advocacy: Organizations like NAMI (National Affiliate for Mental Illness) offer great support groups and advocacy for those affected by mental illness. They have mental health resources available for New York State. We specialize in connecting you with the right mental health or substance use resources available. We can help you find free mental health support.
We are here for you. We know it takes courage to ask for help. Just give us a call or send us a message. Let’s start the conversation about how you can feel better and get back to enjoying your life in NYC. Our services are provided to New Yorkers in multiple languages and many are available via telehealth for ease of access.
Note: We may use an affiliate to connect you with certain low-cost programs, but our priority is always your healthcare and getting you the best care plan. We are not a sponsor of NAMI, but we respect the advocacy work they do for those with mental illness. We can also help the deaf community find appropriate services.
Dr. Sanam Hafeez
ABOUT US
We’re Known for Making a Lasting Impact
Dr. Sanam Hafeez, founder of Comprehend the Mind, works alongside our team of expert clinicians and staff at our Forest Hills, Queens office. As a recognized authority in her field, Dr. Hafeez is often called upon by national media to offer her insights and analysis on neuropsychology, neurodiversity, and emerging mental health trends.
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Comprehend The Mind-Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services
Address : 114-20 Queens Blvd Cs2, Forest Hills, NY 11375, United States
Phone number : +1 718-441-0166