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Northwell Behavioral Health Center Partnership

Northwell Behavioral Health Center Partnership

Northwell has partnered with school districts on Long Island to increase access to behavioral and mental health care for children. Our dedicated Behavioral Health Centers (BHC) provide urgent or same-day behavioral or mental health intervention for conditions that don’t require the services of the emergency room. BHCs also provide short-term crisis care and follow-up for students who need immediate services and help support families connect with ongoing care in the community.

The partnership also provides mental health consultations to the school, care coordination for families, professional development for school staff and community education for parents. Our goal is to promote overall mental health awareness in the community.

Click here to learn more about Northwell Behavioral Health Centers (BHC) 

  • Rockville Centre Behavioral Health Center

    100 Merrick Road, Suite 102E
    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

    Call or email to schedule an appointment.

    Phone: (516) 927-1630
    Email: RVCBH@northwell.edu

    Center hours:
    Monday 8am – 8pm
    Tuesday 8am – 8pm
    Wednesday 8am – 8pm
    Thursday 8am – 8pm
    Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm

  • Once you schedule your appointment, you’ll receive an email with a link to our intake forms and rating scales (for parents and adolescents above 12). Please fill out the forms prior to your appointment if possible, or if you are unable to do so, please arrive at least 20 minutes early to allow time for completion.

    Same-day or next-day appointments are available as needed, and all major insurance plans are accepted. While we provide same day services for crises, we do ask that families call us before coming in to help reduce wait times. All minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian. If you are a court-appointed guardian, please have your proof of guardianship papers available.

    Please bring:

    • Your insurance card
    • Contact information for your child’s school, primary care provider and outpatient mental health providers.
    • If your child takes medication, please have names and dosages available.

  • Will medication be started during my child’s visit?

    Medication may be started when indicated with parental consent, and all necessary information to start medication is available.

    Will my child be hospitalized?

    The doctor may recommend that your child be admitted to the hospital. This may require your child to be taken to the emergency department for medical clearance and to complete the admission process.

    Will you provide me with a written evaluation?

    The clinician and doctor evaluating your child will document the assessment in your child’s medical record. The record can be requested by filling out a release form. Records can be mailed or picked up in person (photo ID required). It can take up to 10 days to process these requests.

    Will you provide a letter for school clearance?

    A letter stating that your child may return to school and is not an imminent danger to him- or herself and others, can be provided when applicable.

    Can any additional documentation or forms (for court, child protective services, school placement, etc.) be completed?

    The Behavioral Health Center cannot complete any forms or provide any additional documentation beyond the medical record and clearance for school.

  • South Oaks Hospital Admissions: 631-608-5885
    Cohen Pediatric Behavioral Health Urgent Care: 718-470-3148
    Cohen Pediatric Emergency Department: 718-470-3768
    Long Island Crisis Center: 516-679-1111
    Center for Hope: 516-216-5194
    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call or text 988

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