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FACTSHEET:
Multicultural Victims

With the increasing diversity of the U.S. population there is growing awareness of the need for culturally-specific responses to victims' needs. Victim service providers need to be aware first of their own possible cultural biases and the fact that others have widely varying responses to trauma. Providers must then be willing to learn about various cultures, to attend trainings aimed at developing multicultural sensitivity, and to mold their treatment practices accordingly.

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Resource Guide: Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy

Address:

149 E 78th St.
New York, NY 10021
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Contact: Emma Howell , Intake
Phone: (212) 879-4900 x122
Fax: (212) 744-0206
Languages: Spanish
Website: Go
Hours: M-F 9-9, Sat 9-4 by appt
Handicapped Accessible

Populations served:

Survivors of intrafamilial sexual abuse, or incest, including:
  • all ages.
  • non-offending parents.
  • significant others.
  • juvenile sex offenders.
  • undocumented immigrants.

Fees for services:

All services. HIP, Oxford, Medicaid & MHAP, Metroplus. Sliding Scale of $50-$120 Per therapy session.

Medical Services

  • Psychiatric evaluations as needed.

Counseling:

  • Family and Couples Group Only - Weekly based sessions for 1 hour

Other Services:

  • Information and referral services.
  • Family therapy.

Educational / Training Services

  • Police sensitivity trainings.
  • Professional trainings.

Special Considerations

  • Adolescents cannot receive medical / counseling services from the ages of 12+ without parental consent.
  • We respect client confidentiality.

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