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THE AKIRA CENTER

The Akira Center is dedicated to healing, strengthening, and enhancing the lives of individuals, children, and families.

 

We offer a full range of innovative programs and services including counseling, psychotherapy, parenting education, community workshops, and residential support.

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Our Impact

With compassionate care and community partnership, the Center supports residents in building resilience and creating pathways toward wellness.

20 Years of Advocacy

The Akira Center is led by Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Lena Green, DSW, LCSW. In her more than 20 years of direct practice and management experience as a clinical social worker, psychotherapist, fatherhood practitioner, professor and administrator, Dr. Green has had a tremendous impact on countless New Yorkers and beyond. 

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What We Do

Housing-Based Support

  • Residential support

  • Social service planning & coordination

  • Advocacy and referrals

Mental Health Support

  • Individual counseling

  • Family counseling

  • Emotional wellness support

Family Strengthening

  • Parenting education

  • Child and youth support

  • Family connection programs

Contact Us

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