Our Mission
Hispanic Counseling Center enhances the strengths of Long Island’s families and children through bilingual, bicultural counseling, prevention, vocational, and educational services to enrich their lives, foster economic independence, and nurture dreams for the generations to come.
A Long History of Helping the Long Island Community
The Hispanic Counseling Center (HCC) was established in 1977 by the Nassau County Department of Drug and Alcohol Addiction to provide substance abuse treatment services to the Hispanic community. Over the years, the agency has grown and evolved, introducing programs designed to address the community’s most pressing needs.
Award-Winning Agency Helping 1850+ People per Month
With the dedication of our well-trained, compassionate staff, HCC empowers individuals to achieve greater self-sufficiency, community inclusion, and the opportunity to thrive.
HCC is proud to be a recipient of the Five Star Award from NYS OASAS and the Agency of the Year Award from the National Association of Social Workers.
Crisis Support
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need immediate assistance, please contact:
- 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: (516) 679-1111
- National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
- Emergency Services: Dial 911
- Mobile Crisis Team: (516) 227-8255
- Diagnostic, Assessment, and Stabilization Hub (DASH): (631) 650-0110
