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Family Guidance Center

New York, NY

SAMHSA Verified

in New York, NY.

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Direct line to Family Guidance Center: (610) 374-4963

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About Family Guidance Center

This center has provided counseling since 1902, serving people of all ages through individual, group, and family therapy. Services address concerns such as anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, and relationship challenges. Specialized programs include support for divorcing parents, postpartum mothers, and teens learning skills to manage emotions. Care is offered in offices, schools, and homes to reduce barriers to treatment.
Therapists use evidence-based approaches tailored to each person’s goals. Dialectical Behavior Therapy helps clients manage emotions, improve relationships, and handle stress more effectively. Classes and support groups give parents tools to guide children through divorce, separation, or other life changes. These services focus on building coping skills, strengthening connections, and supporting emotional well-being.
Sessions vary based on the program. An individual meeting may focus on talking through challenges and practicing coping strategies, while group therapy offers shared learning and support. Students may receive counseling during the school day, and families can take part in structured educational programs together. For those with limited access, mobile therapy and sliding-scale fees make services easier to obtain.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Contact & Location

Address

540 E 13th St, New York, NY 10009

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Facility direct line

(610) 374-4963

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Family Guidance Center accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (610) 374-4963 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other NY centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Family Guidance Center offer?
Does Family Guidance Center have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Family Guidance Center use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Family Guidance Center?
Call the facility directly at (610) 374-4963 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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