About
Founded by Lisa Schuman LCSW, the practice has decades of experience in helping people build their families through fertility treatment, surrogacy, adoption, and alternative therapies. With a focus on LGBTQIA+ family building and single parent support, The Center for Family Building offers comprehensive programs, counseling, and resources to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their family building journey. Located in New York, NY, the practice provides a unique and supportive environment for people to explore their options and find the right guidance for their needs. Lisa Schuman's extensive experience as a licensed therapist, her work in top fertility clinics, and her personal experience with family building make her a trusted and respected expert in the field.
Insurance & payment
The Center for Family Building accepts out-of-network insurance plans.
- Out of network
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
LGBTQIA Advocacy
The Center for Family Building advocates for and assists LGBTQIA couples and individuals to build the families of their dreams.
Donor Conception
The practice provides counseling and guidance to help individuals choose a donor, deal with parenting issues, and make thoughtful decisions about their family building journey.
Single Parent Support
The Center for Family Building offers guidance and support to help individuals become parents or plan for the future if now is not the right time.
Fertility Treatment and Surrogacy
The practice provides comprehensive programs, counseling, and resources to help individuals navigate their journey to parenthood through fertility treatment and surrogacy.