The Columbia Developmental Neuropsychiatry Program at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital provides evaluation and treatment services for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders that affect socialization and communication, including, but not limited to, autism and related autistic spectrum disorders. The program is multidisciplinary, including experts from Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Pediatric Neurology and Developmental Pediatrics.

Evaluation Services Offered

	A developmental neuropsychiatric evaluation that documents strengths and weaknesses in communication, socialization, and behavioral and emotional regulation. The evaluation serves as a baseline against which progress can be measured
	A thorough medical evaluation to identify any underlying genetic, metabolic, and functional or structural brain abnormalities
	A detailed written report that is discussed with parents, with time spent to answer questions
	Consultation with parents about different educational and treatment options as well as linkage to services of their choice in their local community
	Follow-up contact with referring professionals and educational/vocational settings as designated by the parents
	Periodic reevaluation to monitor progress

Treatment Services Include For Preschool Children

	Supporting parents and families in the interval between diagnosis and school placement
	Teaching parents successful ways to promote learning and prevent development of behavior problems
	Helping parents promote development of social communication skills within the child's natural environment
	Consultation with parents about different educational and treatment options as well as linkage to services of their choice in their local community
	Follow-up contact with referring professionals and educational/vocational settings as designated by the parents
	Periodic reevaluation to monitor progress

For School-Age Children and Adolescents

	Consulting with parents and teachers to provide positive behavioral interventions for problem behaviors
	Medication treatment as appropriate

For Adults

	Individual supportive psychotherapy
	Consulting with individuals, their families and work/vocational environment to teach positive interventions for problem behaviors
	Medication treatment as appropriate
	Family counseling

Financial Information

Payment is made directly by the family at the time of service. Major credit cards are accepted. Fees for evaluation depend upon the extent of services and specialists involved. Fees for subsequent ongoing treatment are based on hourly rates.

Contact

To schedule an appointment, make a referral or for further information, please call:

Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm
(212) 342-1600

All other times (212) 305-6001

Our Location

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/
Columbia University Medical Center
635 West 165th Street
ye Institute Building, 6th Floor, Room 635
New York, New York 10032