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William Alanson White Institute Clinical Services

New York, NY

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient

Outpatient center · in New York, NY · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About William Alanson White Institute Clinical Services

The William Alanson White Institute in New York is a leading psychoanalytic training institute that also provides clinical services for people of all ages. It helps individuals manage anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, eating disorders, compulsions, and addiction. Services include low-cost individual therapy, psychoanalysis, and group therapy. With sliding scale fees and flexible hours, the Institute offers accessible, long-term care to those who might not otherwise afford it.
Using an interpersonal psychoanalytic approach, the Institute helps individuals explore how their thoughts, emotions, and relationships shape their lives. Therapy often feels like a thoughtful conversation, encouraging self-awareness and emotional growth. Services include individual and group psychotherapy, family and couples counseling, and specialized care for children, artists, and LGBTQ individuals. These evidence-based practices aim to foster meaningful and lasting change.
Programs tailored for artists, LGBTQ clients, and families provide support for unique challenges like identity exploration, parenting concerns, and creative blocks. The Child and Family Center offers counseling and developmental guidance, while artist-focused services address performance-related anxieties and emotional roadblocks. Founded in 1943, this New York-based institute has helped people enhance their emotional well-being and deepen their relationships.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment.

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.

Level of care
Outpatient
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Couples/family therapy, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

20 West 74th Street, New York, NY 10023

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Facility direct line

(212) 873-7070

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does William Alanson White Institute Clinical Services accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (212) 873-7070 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 William Alanson White Institute Clinical Services offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does William Alanson White Institute Clinical Services have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does William Alanson White Institute Clinical Services use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Couples/family therapy, Individual psychotherapy.
How do I start treatment at William Alanson White Institute Clinical Services?
Call the facility directly at (212) 873-7070 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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