Sachs Center

Sachs Center Welcome to the Sachs Center, New York City’s premier online telehealth clinic for testing and treating Autism and ADHD.

The Sachs Center of New York City specializes in the evaluation, testing and treatment of ADD, ADHD in children, teens and adults. Our team of experienced psychologists also specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorders, (e.g., Aspergers), Anxiety, Depression and social skill deficits. We believe in holistic, caring approach for our clients that includes testing, therapy, nutritional and organizational coaching and medication.

01/17/2026

Is it teasing or is it bullying? 🧩 For the neurodivergent community, the line between "messing around" and disrespect can feel invisible. What feels like a jab might actually be a (confusing) attempt to connect.

Learning these subtle social nuances can make a world of difference. Have you ever experienced this?

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01/14/2026

Hack your nervous system 🧠❄️ Body: Did you know you can actually "reset" your brain when you're angry? It’s called the Mammalian Dive Reflex. By lowering your body temperature (cold water, ice pack, or a cold shower), you force your heart rate to drop and signal to your nervous system that it’s time to calm down. It’s not just "cooling off"—it’s biology.

01/13/2026

Don’t know what to say when somebody tells you bad news? You can always say this phrase. “I’m really sorry to hear that.”

01/13/2026

20,000 extra negative messages by age 10. 🧠 If you struggle with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), this is why. It’s not a character flaw; it’s a lifetime of conditioning. Be kind to your brain today. 🖤

01/11/2026

Ever feel that "heat" rise in your chest when you’re mad? That’s your sympathetic nervous system red-lining. Most people try to "just breathe," but they do it wrong.

Enter: The Physiological Sigh. This isn't just "mindfulness"—it's biological leverage.
The Breakdown:1️⃣ The Big Inhale: Pulls in oxygen.2️⃣ The Second "Sip": This is the secret sauce. It pops open the alveoli (tiny air sacs) in your lungs that collapse when we’re stressed.3️⃣ The Long Exhale: By making the exhale longer than the inhale, you signal your vagus nerve to slow your heart rate down immediately.
Anger thrives on high CO2 levels and a racing heart. This technique flushes the CO2 and forces your brain back into the "logic zone." Try it 3 times and watch the tension melt.

01/07/2026

Phone calls aren’t “just talking” for everyone. 📞
Many autistic people remove visual cues, increase sensory load, demand instant responses, and leave too much room for uncertainty and misinterpretation. It’s not avoidance—it’s neurology.

That’s why texts, emails, or video calls with captions often feel safer and clearer: they restore context, control, and processing time.
Accessibility isn’t a preference--- it's a necessity.

01/06/2026

Special interests in autism aren’t “just hobbies.”
They’re deep, focused passions that often last a lifetime 💙

For many autistic individuals, these interests provide comfort, emotional regulation, and a sense of stability—especially during stress or sensory overload. They can shape identity, build confidence, and even grow into real expertise that supports learning and career paths.

Understanding special interests means understanding a powerful source of strength, not obsession.

01/05/2026

Do you think people who become therapists or counselors are crazy?

01/04/2026

How to keep friends when you have ADHD.

01/03/2026

You're even better than what you've even thought of!

01/02/2026

Teeth grinding with ADHD.

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235 W. 76th Street 1B
New York, NY
10023

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9:30am - 6pm
Sunday 12am - 5pm

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+16466030491

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The Sachs Center of New York City specializes in the evaluation, testing and treatment of ADD, ADHD in children, teens and adults. Our team of experienced psychologists and psychiatrists also specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorders, (e.g., Aspergers), Anxiety, Depression and social skill deficits. We believe in holistic, caring approach for our clients that includes testing, therapy, nutritional and organizational coaching and medication.