The New York Center for Child Development is dedicated to promoting the optimal development of young children. We offer educa ... tional and therapeutic services for children from birth through age five, parents and the professionals and institutions that serve them. Underlying all our work is the latest academic research and an understanding of the profound effect of early childhood relationships and mental health on all future development and success. New York Center strives to identify and address developmental and mental health challenges, focusing on children’s interests and strengths and ensuring that the relationships in which they grow are positive and supportive. We are deeply committed to the children we serve and to benefiting all children through the sharing of our knowledge and training, and the advancement of key public policies. read more