There is an epidemic of anxiety and depression among young people today, but these issues are still too often ignored or misdiagnosed. The Center for Youth Mental Health is a rich resource, bringing together doctors from Columbia University and Weill Cornell Medicine to lead research and treatment programs that give young people the care they need.
Helping young people thrive
The Center for Youth Mental Health was founded to address the epidemic of mental health issues experienced by young people today. Our work supports and empowers the next generation to create the life they imagine.
Shining a spotlight on youth mental health
A leader in behavioral care
Our goal is to get young people the care they deserve, through world-class doctors and clinicians from the psychiatry departments at Columbia University and Weill Cornell Medicine. Our team runs leading research programs and develops innovative treatments to give young people the tools to thrive.
Our treatment approach
We are constantly advancing new ways of diagnosing, treating and helping young people with mental health issues. Our team works closely with each young person to understand their challenges then designs a treatment program that helps them address these issues.
Meet our team
Our team is dedicated to understanding and treating the needs of young people facing mental health issues and includes faculty at the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University and Weill Cornell Medicine – leaders in psychiatric research and behavioral care.
Private funding is vital
In a world where youth mental health issues are at epidemic levels, private funding is critical to offering help when it’s needed most. Funding our research and treatment allows us to pursue new approaches to care – helping us to address the crisis today while laying the groundwork for continued innovation.
Get immediate help
SAMHSA helpline SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year mental health treatment referral. 800-662-HELP (4357)
Teen Link Teen Link is a confidential and anonymous helpline for teens. Call or text between the hours of 6:00pm - 9:30pm.
866-833-6546 866-833-6546