Legal, Financial, Tutoring, Health Care, & Professional Services for Kids and Families on Long Island

UPDATED July 2019: Long Island is home to a variety of professional services that will help families with their various needs, including health care providers, tutors and test prep services, and legal services. Health care providers in Nassau and Suffolk counties include pediatric dentists, orthodontists, pediatricians, therapists and counselors, and speech pathologists. Tutoring and academic coaching services on Long Island are available in a range of subjects, including test prep and college admissions, for kids of all ages and skill levels, as well as for children with special needs. And if you need legal services on Long Island or are planning for the future of your child with special needs child or entire family, lawyers, financial planners, and insurance representatives are available across Nassau and Suffolk counties. These professional services for families are located throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, including the towns of Great Neck, Manhasset, Port Washington, Roslyn Heights, New Hype Park, Syosset, Huntington, Melville, Smithtown, and Dix Hills.

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Dentists & Dental Providers

CUMMINGS FAMILY DENTAL
42 High St., Huntington
631-425-1650
Email cummingsfamilydentistry@aol.com

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 kidsteethli@gmail.com

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!

ISLAND ORTHODONTICS-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.

NORTH SHORE ORTHODONTICS
50 Route 111, Suite 214 , Smithtown
631-265-3435

Dr. Craig Smith and his team at North Shore Orthodontics want to provide you and your family with a unique, positive orthodontic experience! Our goal is to make you feel completely at ease, knowing that you are receiving the best of care. We offer a variety of orthodontic services, including American Orthodontics Mini Brackets, which are the smallest traditional braces available! Invisalign®, Invisalign Teen™, A.O. Radiance translucent brackets and teeth whitening are also provided. Our caring, compassionate family-oriented practice welcomes everyone! Give us a call to schedule your complimentary consultation!

PDM FAMILY DENTAL
295 N. Broadway, Jericho
516-388-5002
Email info@pdmfamilydental.com

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 DENTISTRY OF SUFFOLK COUNTY
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 145, Commack
631-486-6364
3237 Route 112, Building 6, Suite 7B, Medford
631-320-0880

Email mikeioannou@hotmail.com

Dr. Michael Ioannou, a native of Suffolk County, received his dental degree at the University of Connecticut-School of Dental Medicine, with a residency in pediatric dentistry from Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center. A friendly, patient dentist, Dr. Ioannou strives to make visiting the dentist a fun experience, all while providing exceptional dental care. He uses excellent behavioral management approaches, a child-friendly environment (TV and cartoons in all treatment rooms), and he sings to the patients! Dr. Ioannou currently participates with most insurance companies and has convenient evening and Saturday office hours.

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

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

Email infoportjeff@suffolkpediatricdentistry.com

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.

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

3D MATERNITY IMAGING
1300 Union Turnpike , New Hyde Park
516-326-0011

We are committed to providing a memorable experience for expecting parents and their families. Our goal is ensuring your relaxation and comfort in our peaceful viewing room. We take pride in knowing we produce quality 3D images and capture amazing moments such as yawning, smiling, even thumb-sucking. 3D ultrasounds are a unique way to bond with your baby. Fall in love at first sight with 3D Maternity.

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. We offer services to all members of the community with a commitment to those who might otherwise be excluded from the health care system, while still remaining cost-effective and efficient. The center specializes in providing services to individuals with Autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and Managed Care plans.

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 and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders (adults and children). Intensive feeding therapy for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions, and FEES—Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing—are also offered. Seven affiliated offices across Long Island participate with most health insurance and offer evening and Saturday hours.

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. Complete pediatric and adolescent care, as well as baby, camp, school, and sports physicals. Certified urgent care recommended by Urgent Care Association of America. Thirty years of dedication to our patients. The offices are open seven days a week including holidays, 8am-11pm.

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 care with the compassion your child deserves. To schedule an appointment call 631-444-6270 and choose option two.

Educational Consultants

631-834-9503
Jeanmarie Wilson
school counselor, Your Journey To College consultant and author, and Karen Schmalz

Email jwilson@yourjourneytocollege.com

Selecting a college is an important decision; at Your Journey To College, we know that each student has their own path. Our extensive knowledge helps us assist students in finding the best fit while maximizing options! Services offered: college search, personalized timeline to meet deadlines, admissions testing suggestions, customized college list including safety, target, and dream categories, essay preparation, creation of a comprehensive activity resume, completion and submission of applications, scholarship resources, suggestions for letters of recommendation, interviewing tips, and beginning-to-end support! Join our College Application Boot Camp program this summer!

Financial Planning & Insurance

LINDA SPRINGER, INVESTMENT ADVISER REPRESENTATIVE WITH PRIMERICA ADVISORS
1600 Expressway Drive S., Hauppauge
cell 631-235-1749 office 631-361-6271
Email linda.springer@primerica.com

Linda Springer, an Investment Adviser Representative with Primerica Advisors has proudly served the community in financial literacy education and team training and development for more than 20 years. Primerica is a Main Street company for Main Street North America. Our mission is to help families earn more income and become properly protected, debt free, and financially independent. The new Primerica has emerged as one of the most dynamic companies in business today. We are now the largest financial services marketing firm in North America. Contact us at 631-235-1749 (cell) or 631-361-6271(office).

Food & Nutrition

LITTLE VICKY’S
631-338-1722
Email littlevickys@yahoo.com

Little Vicky's products are small batched with only the finest, natural ingredients. Real food, no junk. Products include Honey Butter, Garlic Honey, and Honey Lemonade sold at all Best Markets throughout Long Island and select Stop & Shops.

Legal Services

ANDREW COHEN, ESQ., LAW OFFICES OF ANDREW M. COHEN
250 W. 57th St., suite 1216
Manhattan
212-244-0595

1100 Franklin Ave., suite 305
Garden City
516-877-0595

Email ac@amcohenlaw.com

Andrew Cohen’s vast professional and personal experience has led him to become an author and frequent lecturer on special needs planning. In order to legally protect loved ones with disabilities, a comprehensive estate plan must consider the following: eligibility for government benefits, a supplemental needs trust, guardianship proceedings, and the letter of intent. The Law Offices of Andrew M. Cohen can help you achieve your objectives through careful legal planning, regardless of the size of your estate. All clients are provided with high quality service at a reasonable cost.

LAW OFFICES OF BRAD H. ROSKEN, P.L.L.C.
534 Broadhollow Road, suite 275, Melville
631-379-9569
Email brad@specialedcounselor.com

School districts consult their attorneys, why shouldn’t you? Brad H. Rosken is an experienced trial attorney. He’s also a parent of a child with special needs. He knows how far to push a school district to obtain the maximum that your child is entitled to under law. He’ll guide you, decipher lingo, and develop effective strategies. He’s also a New York state-certified impartial hearing officer and is hearing Due Process Hearings in New York City.

Special Needs

ANDREW COHEN, ESQ., LAW OFFICES OF ANDREW M. COHEN
250 W. 57th St., suite 1216
Manhattan
212-244-0595

1100 Franklin Ave., suite 305
Garden City
516-877-0595

Email ac@amcohenlaw.com

Andrew Cohen’s vast professional and personal experience has led him to become an author and frequent lecturer on special needs planning. In order to legally protect loved ones with disabilities, a comprehensive estate plan must consider the following: eligibility for government benefits, a supplemental needs trust, guardianship proceedings, and the letter of intent. The Law Offices of Andrew M. Cohen can help you achieve your objectives through careful legal planning, regardless of the size of your estate. All clients are provided with high quality service at a reasonable cost.

ALTERNATIVES FOR CHILDREN
1116 Main Road, Aquebogue
631-722-2170
600 South Service Road, Dix Hills
631-271-0777
14 Research Way, East Setauket
631-331-6400
168 Hill St., Southampton
631-283-3272

Providing quality affordable day care and special education services since 1988. Creating a natural learning environment fostering each child’s development. Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education evaluation site and provider. Preschool special education, integrated classes, daycare classes taught by NYS special education early childhood teachers, and certified daycare staff promoting a child’s development through individualized instruction that will support them for the rest of their lives. Special education services of physical, occupational, and speech therapy provided by licensed therapists. Children leave Alternatives For Children ready to learn and ready for kindergarten.

CHILD BEHAVIOR CONSULTING, L.L.C.
10 Janet Court , Nesconset
631-617-1958
Email lisa@childbehaviorconsulting.com

Providing the tools and knowledge necessary in teaching children and adults the cognitive skills to focus and remain calm. We educate how to overcome challenges related to behavior, academic learning, and social-emotional development through specialized techniques including children’s books, music, and visuals. Together, children and adults feel and become empowered!

DR. STEVE IMBER, PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS
Serving Nassau and Suffolk Counties as well as the five boroughs of NYC
61-43 186th St., Fresh Meadows
516-273-1961
Sprout Building
166 Valley St., Providence, RI
401-421-4004
dr-imber.com/
scimber1@aol.com

Dr. Imber has more than 40 years of experience consulting, evaluating, and advocating for children, adolescents, and adults with various disabilities including autism (e.g. Aspergers syndrome), attention deficit disorders, intellectual disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.

LAW OFFICES OF BRAD H. ROSKEN, P.L.L.C.
534 Broadhollow Road, suite 275, Melville
631-379-9569
Email brad@specialedcounselor.com

School districts consult their attorneys, why shouldn’t you? Brad H. Rosken is an experienced trial attorney. He’s also a parent of a child with special needs. He knows how far to push a school district to obtain the maximum that your child is entitled to under law. He’ll guide you, decipher lingo, and develop effective strategies. He’s also a New York state-certified impartial hearing officer and is hearing Due Process Hearings in New York City.

LIFE’S WORC THE FAMILY CENTER FOR AUTISM
1501 Franklin Ave., , Garden City
516-741-9000
Email mrafferty@lifesworc.org

The Family Center for Autism provides a lifespan of services and programs to people with autism, a lifeline of support to families who love them, and a vital resource to the educators who teach them. Our spectrum of services includes: autism insurance services, birthday parties, art, music and movement classes, salon services, summer and school break camps, sports and fitness classes, culinary classes, parent programs, sibling support groups, social events, education and vocational programs, and behavior intervention services. Visit familycenterforautism.org for class schedules and information.

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 and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders (adults and children). Intensive feeding therapy for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions, and FEES—Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing—are also offered. Seven affiliated offices across Long Island participate with most health insurance and offer evening and Saturday hours.

MARRA & GLICK APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS
1737 Veterans Memorial Highway Suite 1 , Islandia
631-479-2900
2341 New Hyde Park Road
New Hyde Park

Marra & Glick Applied Behavior Analysts specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to serve people with autism spectrum disorders in our center based programs, at school, in the home, and community. Our clinical providers are licensed in the state of New York or supervised by a NYS-licensed Behavior Analyst.

STEPS TO SOCIALIZATION
13 South Bayles Ave., Port Washington
516-767-0266

Steps to Socialization was created by Evelyn Kashinsky, a parent of children with special needs, to help children who have difficulty socializing. Steps to Socialization is more than just a social skills program. We teach children how to think socially, step by step. Working in small groups of three to four students, we cover a variety of topics, including how to establish and maintain friendships and initiating and maintaining conversations.

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.

Specialty Apparel

GCH DESIGNS GENEVIEVE C. HASEMANN, SEAMSTRESS
516-983-0427
Email genevievescustomheirlooms@gmail.com

Local seamstress with more than 45 years sewing experience is taking orders toward custom made, one of a kind, couture special occasion dresses, rompers, and gowns. Wedding gown conversions or new fabric is used. Very reasonable rates offered. Labor plus materials costs. Call today to schedule your design session, 516-983-0427.

Therapy & Counselors

AVIVA CHANSKY GUTTMANN, ADVANCED IMAGO CLINICIAN, LMSW, CIRT
631-885-4375
Email helpconnectingus@gmail.com

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.

Tutors & Test Prep

EYE LEVEL NASSAU
Eye Level Williston Park
61 Hillside Ave.
Williston Park
516-747-7700

Many parents today are facing educational challenges and looking for answers to help their children succeed academically. Whether the goal is for early learning, remedial education, or academic advancement, Eye Level is the answer. Eye Level offers math and English programs for ages 3-14. Our instructors tailor a curriculum by understanding learning abilities of students. With ongoing guidance of our instructors, each student will set attainable goals and learn at a comfortable pace. With each success, the student grows more self-confident, self-motivated, and self-directed in the quest for knowledge.

LONG ISLAND TUTORIAL SERVICES
173 N. Main St., Sayville
631-316-0426
Email litutorialservices@gmail .com

Long Island Tutorial Services (LITS) provides award-winning customer service and first-rate instruction to families island-wide. Students on home instruction have different needs, schedules, and expectations than their classmates. Understanding and addressing these dynamics are our specialties. Our “students first” philosophy ensures your success. Call for a confidential consultation.

MATHNASIUM LEARNING CENTERS
Five Towns
414 Central Ave., Cedarhurst
516-569-1500
Great Neck
11 Great Neck Road, Great Neck
516-482-MATH (6284)
Lynbrook
381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook
516-881-7997
New Hyde Park
810 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park
516-616-MATH (6284)
Roslyn
217A Mineola Ave., Roslyn Heights
516-484-MATH (6284)

Mathnasium Learning Centers, the nation’s leading math-only learning center franchise with centers throughout Nassau County, specializes in teaching kids of all ages math in a way that makes sense to them. Students go to Mathnasium year-round to catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math. Our experienced math tutors utilize our proprietary teaching materials and techniques, The Mathnasium Method™, to deliver a customized learning plan designed to address each student's needs. Our instructional approach goes beyond traditional math tutoring to develop understanding and build a love for math.

ST. PATRICK YOUTH COMMUNITY
St. Patrick Church, Smithtown
631-360-0185
Email spyouth@optonline.net

St. Patrick Youth Enrichment and Learning Center offers programs for your child ages 1½ years–sixth grade. Playtime with Mommy, Separation for 2-year-olds, and our 3- 5-year-old enrichment occur Monday-Friday during the school year. We also offer before and aftercare. Readiness Skills can prepare your learner for the tasks that await them as they matriculate to primary schools in the area. A faith-based program offers a loving, caring environment. Enrollment is now being accepted. Call us soon!

ST. PATRICK YOUTH COMMUNITY-ST. PATRICK TUTORING CENTER
St. Patrick Church, Smithtown
631-360-0185
Email spyouth@optonline.net

St. Patrick Tutoring Center is here to assist your learner from grades kindergarten-12th. All subjects are taught in our facility at St. Patrick. Whether it is Catholic Entrance Exam Prep, SAT, Regents, or daily schoolwork, your child will feel more prepared and secure, knowing that they have worked toward mastering their subject matter. Contact Cindy for more information. Weekend hours are available. Reasonable rates are offered as well. Now is the time to prepare for the end of the year schedules.

SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER OF HUNTINGTON
1160 E. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington
631-424-5600
Email sylvanlearning@optonline.net

Every child’s learning plan is unique! At Sylvan of Huntington students are posed with challenges that are tailored to their specific skill set, mixing the best in teaching and technology, ensuring your child gets just what he or she needs. Advanced topics in math, enhancing writing skills, and learning how to interact with text on a higher level are just some of our many enriching opportunities. Robotics and coding programs are also fun enrichment activities to enhance your child’s after-school routine. Our team of college-readiness experts help teens with personalized SAT and ACT test prep.

SYLVAN LEARNING CENTERS OF MINEOLA AND HUNTINGTON
393 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola
516-743-9943
1160 E. Jericho Turnpike
Huntington
631-424-5600
locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/huntington-ny

Email sylvanlearning@optonline.net

Every child’s learning plan is unique! At Sylvan of Mineola and Huntington students are posed with challenges that are tailored to their specific skill set, mixing the best in teaching and technology, ensuring your child gets just what he or she needs. Advanced topics in math, enhancing writing skills, and learning how to interact with text on a higher level are just some of our many enriching opportunities. Robotics and coding programs are also fun enrichment activities to enhance your child’s after-school routine. Our team of college-readiness experts help teens with personalized SAT and ACT test prep.

VILLAGE EAST GIFTED - ENRICHMENT CENTER FOR THE GIFTED LEARNER
Village East Gifted of Huntington 33 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station
631-549-2313
Village East Gifted of Roslyn
216 Willis Ave., Roslyn Heights
631-549-2313

Email info@villageeastgifted.com

Village East Gifted® (VEG) offers a highly rigorous college preparatory program for gifted and talented students ages 2-16. Its curriculum prepares academically advanced students, from a very young age, for the Johns Hopkins CTY exam, SAT, ACT, early college admissions, and accelerated degree programs in Ivy League schools. Group and private classes are offered seven days a week providing accelerated instruction in advanced vocabulary enrichment, Latin, writing, global studies, world geography, study skills, STEAM, advanced linguistics, and creative problem solving. IQ scores of 130 or higher are required as well as teacher recommendations.