Health, Wellness, & Fitness Centers for Kids & Families on Long Island

UPDATED September 2019: Staying active and healthy on Long Island is easy, especially when you have a variety of health and wellness services to choose from. To make it even easier, we found the best pediatric health and wellness providers in Nassau and Suffolk counties for you. Our directory helps you locate the best and most cost-effective pediatric care from family dentistry and orthodontics to therapeutic services such as speech therapy, behavioral therapy, and even feeding therapy. Additionally, you’ll find facilities that promote over wellness such as chiropractic care offices and fitness facilities. These health and wellness facilities are located in Nassau and Suffolk counties, including such towns as Garden City, Manhasset, Lake Success, Smithtown, Commack, Melville, and Westbury.

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Dentists & Orthodontists

TOOTH PILLOW DENTISTRY (THE)
775 Park Ave., suite 340, Huntington
516-317-2476

The Tooth Pillow Dentistry is a group of board-certified pediatric dentists and dentist anesthesiologists that work together to safely provide dental treatment while your child "sleeps." We provide this service for children who cannot be treated in the typical dental chair setting due to age, behavior, or other factors that hinder treatment.

Doctors & Medical Providers

ADVANTAGE CARE HEALTH CENTER
189 Wheatley Road, Brookville
516-686-4400
230 Hanse Ave.
Freeport, NY

Advantage Care Health Centers and The Fay J. Lindner Center are Long Island’s premier Federally Qualified Health Care Centers (FQHC). We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and mental and behavioral health services to children and adults. The center specializes in providing services to individuals with Autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities.

ADVANTAGECARE PHYSICIANS
37 medical offices across the Metropolitan New York area. Learn about the location nearest you.,

AdvantageCare Physicians understands that a child's total health picture includes how they are doing physically and emotionally, what their diet is like, and how active they are. We help you assess these important areas of your child's health with wellness exams, regular checkups, sports physicals, and mandatory vaccinations.

FIDELIS CARE NEW YORK
888-FIDELIS (343-3547)

Fidelis Care is a mission-driven health plan offering quality, affordable coverage for children and adults of all ages and at all stages of life. With more than 1.7 million members statewide, Fidelis Care believes that all New Yorkers should have access to affordable, quality health insurance.

LONG ISLAND CENTER FOR SPEECH AND MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY
Locations across Suffolk and Nassau: East Yaphank, Farmingville, Stony Brook, Commack, Jericho, Wantagh, and Lake Success

Queens: 718-640-6767 Nassau: 516-216-1791 Suffolk: 631-689-6858

Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, owns and operates Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy. With her group of therapists, she supports families across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders.

PEDIATRIC IMMEDIATE CARE
698 Manhattan Ave., Brooklyn
718-389-PEDS (7337)
150 E. Sunrise Highway, suite 105, North Lindenhurst
631-956-PEDS (7337)
1077 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown
631-864-PEDS (7337)

Pediatric Immediate Care is a team of hearts where kids come first. State-of-the-art medical office equipment allows us to deliver your test results during your visit. Kid-friendly, walk-ins welcome, most insurance plans accepted. More than 30 years of dedication to our patients. We are open seven days-a-week, including holidays.

Fitness Programs

SKY ZONE TRAMPOLINE PARK-DEER PARK
111 Rodeo Drive , Deer Park
631-392-2600
Email [email protected]

Where is the best place to get and stay healthy and fit? Sky Zone, Deer Park, LI. Our Sky Fit classes are second to none. Low impact, high energy, you will burn calories like never before. Trampoline workouts are fun. Anyone can do them so long as you are 13 or older. Certified instructors ensure you get the workout right for you. Dodgeball and volleyball nights are also offered.

Head Lice Services

LICE CLINICS OF AMERICA - LONG ISLAND
47 Jackson Ave., Syosset
516-336-4099
566 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre

401 Hawkins Avenue, Ronkonkoma

We remove lice in just one hour! All lice and eggs-even Super Lice-are eliminated in a single, one-hour treatment. Our treatments are affordable, starting at $99, and never more than $199. Gentle heated air treatment, no toxic chemicals! Call us 24/7. Appointments available seven days-a-week; we can even handle your after-hours emergency!

Health

ADVANTAGE CARE HEALTH CENTER
189 Wheatley Road, Brookville
516-686-4400
230 Hanse Ave.
Freeport, NY

Advantage Care Health Centers and The Fay J. Lindner Center are Long Island’s premier Federally Qualified Health Care Centers (FQHC). We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and mental and behavioral health services to children and adults. The center specializes in providing services to individuals with Autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities.

AFFINITY HEALTH PLAN
866-247-5678

For more than 30 years, Affinity Health Plan has been offering New York state-sponsored free or low-cost health coverage to New Yorkers who have Medicaid or no health insurance at all. Our managed care programs meet the need for coverage among people who may find it hard to get health care.

ALLIED PHYSICIANS GROUP
3 Huntington Quadrangle, Melville
866-621-2769

The more than 120 physicians that comprise Allied Physicians Group are among the top pediatricians throughout Long Island, New York City, Westchester County, the Hudson Valley, and beyond. When you bring your children to an Allied pediatric practice, you know they are getting the very best care. Our doctors have access to resources, technology, and support that other, stand-alone pediatric practices simply cannot offer. Our doctors have more time for what matters most-you and your child! For more information, visit alliedphysiciansgroup.com or call us at 866-621-2769.

AVIVA CHANSKY GUTTMANN, ADVANCED IMAGO CLINICIAN, LMSW, CIRT
631-885-4375
Email [email protected]

Aviva Chansky Guttmann, L.M.S.W., C.I.R.T., is an Advanced Imago Clinician and Certified Imago Relationship Therapist specializing in home based relationship therapy for parents, partners, and families. Imago Relationship Therapy offers relationship partners a therapeutic dialoguing technique providing a safe, focused, and non-confrontational method of dealing with relationship conflict. Aviva teaches this interactive process and partners experience enhanced empathy, sharpened listening skills, and emotional intimacy. Services are available in the comfort and privacy of your home.

BERKSHIRE FARM CENTER AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH
535 Broad Hollow Road, Suite B30, Melville
631-420-4444

Many children in our communities are placed in foster care due to an unhealthy environment. For the emotional and psychical well-being of a child, it’s important that children who come into care be placed in an environment where their needs can be met. Currently, Berkshire Farm Center is looking for families to open their homes and hearts to children in need. We work as a team to plan for a successful stay in foster care and to help children reach their goals of returning to a safe, healthy environment, or becoming available for adoption.

CUMMINGS FAMILY DENTAL
42 High St., Huntington
631-425-1650
Email [email protected]

At Cummings Family Dentistry, we believe that a dentist and patient become a team. We spend time listening to understand your concerns and responding with the best treatment options for you. We follow up to make sure that pain is relieved, problems are resolved, and your health improves. Patients are informed about dental problems and treatments, because informed patients make better decisions about their health and well-being. Our practice offers the personal commitment you look for from a dentist. There's a story behind every smile...we'd like to be part of yours!

EHRENMAN & KHAN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
959 Brush Hollow Road, suite 101, Westbury
516-333-3033
Email [email protected]

Ehrenman & Khan Pediatric Dentistry cares for all of your child’s oral health needs in a fun, kid-friendly environment that includes iPads and chairside TV monitors. Drs. Ehrenman and Khan are dedicated and trained to ease dental anxieties for young children as well as patients with special needs. Their years of advanced training include hospital and sedation dentistry. Please visit kidsteeth4li.com to learn more about what Ehrenman & Khan Pediatric Dentistry has to offer!

HORIZON ORTHODONTICS
1150 Portion Road No. 13, Holtsville
631-698-2424

Our practice’s top priority is to provide you the highest quality orthodontic care in a friendly, comfortable environment. We utilize the latest technological advances in the industry, such as invisible ceramic braces and Invisalign®, along with the latest in computer technology to ensure that you receive the most effective care possible.

LICE TAMERS, INC.
900 Walt Whitman Road, Suite LL2, Melville
631-479-2595
Email [email protected]

Head lice infestations can be traumatic for families. At Lice Tamers our goal is to make the experience of having lice as stress-free as possible. Owned and operated by a medical professional, Lice Tamers offers same-day lice treatment and head checks at our comfortable, child-friendly treatment center or in the comfort of your home. All of our products are safe and non-toxic. We are dedicated to dispelling the myths surrounding head lice and offer free presentations to schools and camps. Call us today to learn more!

LONG ISLAND CENTER FOR SPEECH AND MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY
Locations across Suffolk and Nassau: East Yaphank, Farmingville, Stony Brook, Commack, Jericho, Wantagh, and Lake Success

Queens: 718-640-6767 Nassau: 516-216-1791 Suffolk: 631-689-6858

Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, owns and operates Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy. With her group of therapists, she supports families across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders.

MERRICK PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
1756A Merrick Ave., Merrick
516-547-1997

Dr. Rania Elbaz is a board-certified pediatric dentist. She earned her dental degree from Columbia University. She then completed her pediatric dental training at UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School. Dr. Elbaz loves working with children and strives to create a warm and fun environment that children look forward to visiting. Dr. Elbaz sees every patient in order to ensure consistency that is so important to young children. The office welcomes and gives extra time and attention to patients with special needs. The office also participates with most major insurance plans.

PDM FAMILY DENTAL
295 N. Broadway, Jericho
516-388-5002
Email [email protected]

PDM Family Dental provides comprehensive care for your family's dental needs. Dr. Makkar is an advocate of educating families to take care of their dental needs and of supporting communities. We accept most insurances and provide in-office dental plans so that dental care is accessible to all. We are open evenings.

PEDIATRIC IMMEDIATE CARE
698 Manhattan Ave., Brooklyn
718-389-PEDS (7337)
150 E. Sunrise Highway, suite 105, North Lindenhurst
631-956-PEDS (7337)
1077 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown
631-864-PEDS (7337)

Pediatric Immediate Care is a team of hearts where kids come first. State-of-the-art medical office equipment allows us to deliver your test results during your visit. Kid-friendly, walk-ins welcome, most insurance plans accepted. More than 30 years of dedication to our patients. We are open seven days-a-week, including holidays.

STONY BROOK CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL PEDIATRIC VOIDING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (VIP)
24 Research Way, East Setauket
631-444-6270

Bed-wetting and other urinary and bowel problems are embarrassing for kids and hard on parents. But, the good news is, they’re often treatable. The experts of Stony Brook Children’s Pediatric Voiding Improvement Program (VIP) specialize in caring for children and adolescents with both bladder and bowel issues. We use treatment options that are age-appropriate and as noninvasive as possible. We deliver all our care with the compassion your child deserves. To schedule an appointment call 631-444-6270 and choose option two.

SUFFOLK PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
8 Medical Drive
Port Jefferson Station
631-928-8585

6144 Route 25 A, Suite D20
Wading River
631-929-7575

Email [email protected]

For 40 years, Suffolk Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics has provided dental care that's friendly, gentle, and compassionate. We provide preventive and comprehensive treatment for infants, children, and adolescents including sedation and general anesthesia dentistry. We strive to help our patients develop good oral hygiene habits, and beautiful healthy smiles. Our full-time orthodontist offers braces and Invisalign treatment to our patients. With three locations in Port Jefferson Station, Wading River, and Riverhead, we care for patients all over Suffolk County. Call one of our offices today.

TOBACCO ACTION COALITION OF LI
700 Veterans Highway suite 305, Hauppauge

Tobacco Action Coalition of Long Island is funded by a grant from the NYS DOH Bureau of Tobacco Control administered by the American Lung Association. Focused on making Long Island a healthier place to live. TAC provides free educational and technical assistance to those establishing tobacco-free policies.

WOWMOMS WORLD LONG ISLAND
328 E. Jericho Turnpike , Mineola
516-741-6667

Wowmoms World Long Island’s innovative approach blends fitness, wellness, and self-care for kids and adults, providing everything for the modern family under one roof. Get a massage, enjoy the healthy cafe options, reap the benefits of floatation therapy, and try out one of our adults’ or children's classes today!

YMCA OF LONG ISLAND
855-2YMCALI (962254)
Bay Shore, East Hampton, Glen Cove, Holtsville, Huntington, and Patchogue

Email [email protected] [email protected]

At the YMCA, everyone has the opportunity to surpass their potential. With our state-of-the-art fitness centers, indoor pools, group exercise classes, and programs for families, the possibilities are endless. No joiner fee with our Summer Membership Plans, valid through Sept. 2, 2019, terms and conditions apply.

Therapy & Counselors

GLOWING ENERGY
631-894-6900

Glowing Energy welcomes children of all ages and abilities as well as adults in a safe environment to experience the many forms of Holistic Healing modalities we offer. Our services include group and private sessions in Reiki, Sound Healing, meditation, reflexology, and fun creative workshops.