As a longtime Bronx resident and CEO of Kingsbridge Heights Community Center, I’ve watched our borough struggle under a mental health crisis many seem unwilling to acknowledge. The Bronx has among the highest rates of depression and serious psychological distress in New York City, the fewest mental health providers, and the lowest rate of people getting help.
In 2024, the Bronx ranked 62nd out of 62 counties in New York State for health. Only 43% of Bronx residents in mental distress find resources—far lower than Manhattan (69%), Staten Island (71%), Brooklyn (61%), and Queens (54%).
