About Us | Behavioral Health & ABA Therapy Center in Brooklyn, NY

NYC Behavior Specialists

NYC Behavior Specialists was founded in 2023 by Maziar Golshannejad and Walter Umana. After years of working across New York City and its surrounding communities, we recognized a critical need: an agency led by Board Certified Behavior Analysts that prioritizes meeting every child exactly where they are.

We built NYC Behavior Specialists to be a place where children can thrive, parents feel supported and heard, and clinicians are empowered to deliver high-quality, ethical care. [Read More]

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Our Mission Statement

At NYC Behavior Specialists, our mission is to provide high-quality, evidence-based behavioral therapy with compassion and collaboration at its core. We empower children with autism and other developmental needs by teaching meaningful skills, reducing challenging behaviors, and supporting their independence in everyday life.

Our Vision Statement

Our vision is to be a trusted partner for families and educators across New York City, fostering growth, inclusion, and the full potential of every child through personalized, holistic care.

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