New Social Skills Groups for Youth and Teens!
Welcome to our Wellness Center!
At North Shore Youth Council, our mission is to empower children, teens, and families across our North Shore communities with mental health and counseling experiences rooted in compassion and dedicated care. Our team of skilled clinicians provides personalized, high-quality support that focuses on the whole child, integrating their mental, emotional, and social well-being.
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Comprehensive and Inclusive Care
Our services are designed to meet the diverse needs of today’s youth through:
Individual, Family, and Group Therapy: Tailored sessions that focus on realistic, age-appropriate goal-setting and game planning to foster understanding, communication, and healing for children, teens, and their families. Our counselors are licensed professionals providing safe, confidential counseling to children and adults, ages 5 and older. Experienced in a wide range of issues including anxiety and stress, depression, addiction, alcohol and substance abuse, ADHD/ASD, social issues, behavioral issues, trauma, and bereavement, our team can also provide crisis intervention and referrals for additional services, if necessary.
School-Based Support: Our clinicians collaborate directly with the Shoreham-Wading River and Rocky Point School Districts to provide on-site support, helping students navigate academic and social challenges in a familiar environment.
Community Workshops & Educational Seminars: We host interactive workshops and seminars to equip families and the community with tools and knowledge to support youth mental health.
Wellness Programs: We offer holistic programs that promote emotional resilience, mindfulness, and physical wellness.
Individual, Family, and Group Therapy: Tailored sessions that focus on realistic, age-appropriate goal-setting and game planning to foster understanding, communication, and healing for children, teens, and their families. Our counselors are licensed professionals providing safe, confidential counseling to children and adults, ages 5 and older. Experienced in a wide range of issues including anxiety and stress, depression, addiction, alcohol and substance abuse, ADHD/ASD, social issues, behavioral issues, trauma, and bereavement, our team can also provide crisis intervention and referrals for additional services, if necessary.
School-Based Support: Our clinicians collaborate directly with the Shoreham-Wading River and Rocky Point School Districts to provide on-site support, helping students navigate academic and social challenges in a familiar environment.
Community Workshops & Educational Seminars: We host interactive workshops and seminars to equip families and the community with tools and knowledge to support youth mental health.
Wellness Programs: We offer holistic programs that promote emotional resilience, mindfulness, and physical wellness.
A Safe, Stigma-Free Space
We believe in creating a supportive, judgment-free, and stigma-free environment where children can explore their thoughts and emotions freely. Each child is welcomed as they are, with care and empathy guiding every session. Through open, honest conversations, our clinicians help children develop a personal toolbox of practical coping skills, empowering them to thrive both now and in the future.
Beyond the Counseling Hour
Our mental health services extend beyond one-on-one sessions. Through other North Shore Youth Council programs, we offer opportunities for positive growth and engagement, from recreational activities to community service, enabling youth to connect, grow, and realize their potential in meaningful ways. You can also keep connected with our Wellness Center on Facebook and Instagram to stay informed about our upcoming events, valuable mental health tips, informative resources, and discover new ways to prioritize your mental well-being.
Accessible Care, Conveniently Located
Our Wellness Center is conveniently located within the North Shore community, providing local families with easy access to quality mental health services close to home. We understand the importance of removing barriers to mental health care, which is why we are committed to making our services affordable and accessible to all.
Insurance and Payment Options
To accommodate diverse financial needs, we currently accept:
Aetna
Beacon Health Options
Carelon
Child Health Plus
Cigna
Emblem Health (HMO & NON-HMO)
Independent Health Associates
Medicaid
NYS Empire Plan
Providence Plan Partners
UniCare Commercial
For families without these plans, we offer a low-cost self-pay rate, as well as out-of-network insurance options based on provider eligibility and benefits.
Insurance and Payment Options
To accommodate diverse financial needs, we currently accept:
Aetna
Beacon Health Options
Carelon
Child Health Plus
Cigna
Emblem Health (HMO & NON-HMO)
Independent Health Associates
Medicaid
NYS Empire Plan
Providence Plan Partners
UniCare Commercial
For families without these plans, we offer a low-cost self-pay rate, as well as out-of-network insurance options based on provider eligibility and benefits.
Our services take place at our new Wellness Center (unless otherwise noted), located in the portable building on the grounds of the Shoreham-Wading River High School, at 250B NY-25A, Shoreham, NY 11786. When you arrive at the security booth, please enter the District Office driveway and follow behind the school.
Contact
Your child’s journey toward emotional wellness is our commitment, and at North Shore Youth Council, we’re here to support each child on their path to becoming their best selves. We prioritize creating accessible pathways to mental health support, ensuring that high-quality care is available when it’s needed most. Reach out today to learn more about our services and discover how we can work with you to find the best option for your family.
Contact our Wellness Center by phone at 631-849-5431, by email at [email protected], or by completing the form below for general inquiries.
Our Wellness Center's administrative summer office hours are Monday thru Friday, 9am-1pm; counseling appointment hours are generally Monday thru Friday, 2pm-8pm.
If you're ready to reach out, you can now conveniently complete our initial screening form for services online. This quick and secure process helps us understand your needs right from the start, allowing us to match you with the most appropriate services.
Contact our Wellness Center by phone at 631-849-5431, by email at [email protected], or by completing the form below for general inquiries.
Our Wellness Center's administrative summer office hours are Monday thru Friday, 9am-1pm; counseling appointment hours are generally Monday thru Friday, 2pm-8pm.
If you're ready to reach out, you can now conveniently complete our initial screening form for services online. This quick and secure process helps us understand your needs right from the start, allowing us to match you with the most appropriate services.
Resources
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Association for Children's Mental Health (ACMH)
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Association for Children's Mental Health (ACMH)
Latest News
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The Jed Foundation - February 18th, 2026
The Jed Foundation - February 18th, 2026
Social media legislation aims to boost youth mental health, safety
Joanna Gagis - NJ Spotlight News - February 18th, 2026
Joanna Gagis - NJ Spotlight News - February 18th, 2026
Charlotte Hornets And Thompson Expand Partnership To Advance Youth Mental Health Across The Carolinas
Hornets PR - NBA - February 17th, 2026
Hornets PR - NBA - February 17th, 2026
It’s now easier than ever to navigate publicly available youth mental health data
Hua Min, PhD - George Mason University College of Public Health - February 2nd, 2026
Hua Min, PhD - George Mason University College of Public Health - February 2nd, 2026
North Shore Youth Council is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit community-based organization, funded in part by the Town of Brookhaven, the County of Suffolk, the State of New York, the North Shore Consortium, and public and private donations.
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Phone: 631-744-0207
Fax: 631-744-3565 P.O. Box 1286, Rocky Point, NY 11778 Main Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm Visit us in the portables on the grounds of the Joseph A. Edgar School in Rocky Point. |
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