Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in New York City

Children and teenagers experience the world differently than adults and they deserve a sensitive psychiatric care that reflects that.

Dr. Thein is a double board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist based in Tribeca, Manhattan, with specialized training in the emotional, developmental, and psychological needs of young people.

Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, attention difficulties, mood changes, or something you cannot quite name yet, this is a space to figure it out together.

Who it is for

Child and adolescent psychiatry at North Star Psychiatry is designed for children ages 5 through 17 and their families. Families seek care here for a range of concerns, including:

  • Anxiety and excessive worry, including separation anxiety and school refusal

  • Depression, low mood, or emotional withdrawal

  • ADHD and attention or learning difficulties

  • OCD and repetitive behaviors

  • Behavioral challenges at home or school

  • Developmental concerns

  • Life transitions such as divorce, loss, or school changes

  • LGBTQIA+ youth seeking affirming, identity-informed care

If you are not sure whether what you are seeing in your child warrants an evaluation, that uncertainty is reason enough to reach out.

A note for parents

What to expect

An initial evaluation with Dr. Thein is a collaborative conversation. The evaluation process involves meeting with both the parent and child both separately and together to understand the full picture: your child's history, temperament, school life, relationships, and what has brought you here.

Dr. Thein draws on psychodynamic and developmental frameworks alongside current research to inform a treatment plan that fits your child, not just their diagnosis.

Depending on your child's needs, treatment may include:

  • Individual psychotherapy, including play therapy for younger children

  • Medication evaluation and management, when appropriate

  • Combined treatment integrating therapy and medication

  • Parent guidance and consultation

Seeking psychiatric care for your child can feel like a significant step. It is common to wonder whether things are serious enough, or to worry about what a diagnosis might mean for your child's future. Dr. Thein approaches these conversations with care and clarity