Therapists for college students near New York University

***VIRTUAL APPTS ONLY, WAITLIST AVAILABLE*** Are you hoping to better manage your mood, anxiety, health habits, or just day-to-day life? Do you ever feel challenged by certain relationships, cultural differences, personal gains or losses, or other significant life changes? All too often, you may find yourself involved in recurring conflicts, feeling repeatedly taken advantage of or misunderstood, or otherwise unsatisfied with your life for no obvious reason. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone. I will help you identify and set appropriate boundaries with the people in your life - including yourself - and ultimately grow into yourself in a way that feels authentic & genuine to you. Likewise if you are struggling with medical issues, have battled chronic illness for years, or want to work on your behavioral health preventively, my services may be a good fit for you. Informed by a longstanding pre-medical training background as well as personal experience with chronic illness, I will work with you to repair your mind-body connection by reshaping unhealthy thought patterns, changing problematic health habits, and learning to accept and cope with the messages your body is sending to you. Whatever the case, I will collaborate with you in an open and empathetic way to build coping skills, self-actualize, and attain your mental, physical, emotional, and lifestyle goals.

Our Mission Statement: An Innovative Approach to Therapy Here at Tompkins Community Counseling, we tailor to your needs and will work in the environment that is best for you. Our goal is to provide you with professional, client-led, goal-based counseling, while working in whatever setting is most comfortable for you— in the community, online, or in our office. We understand how difficult it can be to ask for help and discuss your life challenges, so we try to make the journey as comfortable as possible for you. Simply put, we achieve this by following your lead throughout the counseling process. We use a Client-Led Counseling model, finding strengths that you already have and building on them to reach resolutions. We follow the pace of our clients to help them achieve control over their lives, helping them make positive choices by offering them specific tools and practical strategies for change. We also practice a wide variety of treatment models and support you in choosing one that is a good fit for you. We will help you to define your long term goals, allowing our sessions to be driven by focused goals that will lead to a successful discharge.

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Something worthwhile to remember is that it is your first time living. A lot of the skills to help us lead the happiest and healthiest life aren't taught to us and have a pretty steep learning curve. Therapy is about meeting you where you are and creating an understanding of what your mind is doing and why your body is responding the way it is. Whether you just want to brush up on coping skills or deep dive into patterns you recognize but can never seem to break, there's a place for you in therapy!

At Third Wave Therapy & Training, we help students break free from the exhausting cycles of anxiety, OCD, and perfectionism. College is a massive transition, and when you are constantly fighting intrusive thoughts or struggling to keep up with academic pressure, talk therapy alone isn't always enough. We specialize in active, strategy-based care. Our team utilizes proven approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you move past avoidance and start living fully. We offer virtual sessions for students across Massachusetts, New York and Florida, as well as in-person care at our Concord, MA office. Our Specialties Include: * OCD & Intrusive Thoughts: Specialized ERP to handle rituals, rumination, and academic obsessions. * Anxiety & Panic: Practical tools for panic attacks, social anxiety, and chronic worry. * Academic Burnout & Perfectionism: Shifting away from rigid, unworkable patterns so you can actually enjoy your college years.

At Apple Psychological, we put an emphasis on developing a strong, trusting, and supportive therapeutic relationship with our patients in order to provide a comfortable atmosphere dedicated to progress. We help individuals develop a stronger sense of self, learn how to cope with stress, and find healthy and appropriate ways of dealing with emotions. Through therapy, our patients gain insight into diagnosis, symptoms, and effective treatment strategies which leads them to success.

Sirona Therapy is a self-pay only outpatient psychotherapy group practice located in Mt. Kisco, NY. Jennifer L. Zauner, LCSWR is the founder and Clinical Director specializing in the treatment of Eating Disorders through our exclusive STEDI (Silence The Eating Disorder Inside) program. Young adults can learn to overcome obstacles and thrive through our exclusive Light The Fuse program, where you identify limitations, and explore practical methods to attaining a fulfilling independent life. Jennifer and her clinicians have many decades of combined experience treating clients with exceptional quality and compassion. We help students manage the anxiety of academic rigor, while maintaining employment, and balancing their self care. We are currently providing a hybrid of TeleTherapy and in-person sessions. Come experience real healing at Sirona Therapy. We get to the root of things.

Whether you are living in physical pain or emotional pain, we will work together to help you sleep better, decrease pain, improve relationships, get "unstuck" and feel happier. One of our greatest goals as clinicians is treating you with the support and care you deserve. We not only want to help you feel better, we want to help you live better and move out of negative patterns of behavior that do not serve you. We work from an integrative perspective, meaning that we have been trained in a wide variety of psychological techniques and will combine them to help you achieve your goals. We will teach you to use the tools that help you most, so that you can continue to work with these techniques on your own, once you have completed therapy. And that sense of independence and control you gain over your own life, that will feel truly fulfilling!

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you should be doing better in college? Maybe you overthink everything, procrastinate even when you know what needs to get done, or find yourself doing things you know aren't helping, even when part of you wants to stop. I work with college students across New York State who are struggling with perfectionism, academic stress, anxiety, OCD, or eating and body image concerns. Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, and practical. You will have space to feel understood while also learning strategies to reach your goals. That might mean changing patterns, facing things you've been avoiding, or learning to see difficult thoughts and emotions differently. As a Level 3 certified TEAM CBT therapist, I look for clients who are willing to take steps toward change, even when motivation naturally ebbs and flows. Together, we can make room for the change you've been wanting. You do not need to have it all figured out to get started. Reach out today for a free 15 minute consultation.

Located walking distance to Vassar College and a short ride from Marist, I aim to help college aged clients clarify their desired direction in their life and better understand the barriers in their way. Together we will work on developing coping skills, understand personal storylines that no longer serve you, and work towards fully integrated, authentic and mindful living. I also have a special interest in working with individuals living with chronic illness and/or dealing with grief.

Having worked in college counseling centers and private practice, I work well with adults (~18 – 60). I work well with relationship issues, family of origin issues, men’s issues, narcissism, SE/SW, ADHD and learning disabilities, trauma, racial trauma, mild to moderate drug/alcohol issues, sexuality/pornography issues, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss. I specifically enjoy working with males who need emotion focused work, BIPOC individuals, people who are new to therapy, students with transitional needs, and people with ADHD dealing with lifestyle adjustment and identity development.

Lauren Shemain, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Georgia and New York. She graduated with a Master in Social Work from New York University’s Silver School of Social Work. Lauren is the owner of New Perspectives Psychotherapy, LLC. She specializes in providing individual therapy to young adults, adults, and older adults. Lauren is skilled in working with clients to address issues related to anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, stress management, and relationship and familial conflicts. Lauren’s approach is eclectic and integrative and introduces techniques from multiple theoretical orientations including but not limited to Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotional Freedom Techniques, Mindfulness Practices, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, and Strength-based Interventions. These interventions are tailored to meet the needs of the individual client. Lauren Shemain, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Georgia and New York. She graduated with a Master in Social Work from New York University’s Silver School of Social Work. Lauren is the owner of New Perspectives Psychotherapy, LLC. She specializes in providing individual therapy to young adults, adults, and older adults. Lauren is skilled in working with clients to address issues related to anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, stress management, and relationship and familial conflicts. Lauren’s approach is eclectic and integrative and introduces techniques from multiple theoretical orientations including but not limited to Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Practices, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, and Strength-based Interventions. These interventions are tailored to meet the needs of the individual client.

I believe the most important foundation in therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. The therapy relationship can be a safe place to practice new skills that you are hoping to bring back to the rest of your life. My goal is to help you to feel safe during your time with me, so that you can explore yourself, your challenges, your strengths, your history, and anything else that is important to you. I also hope to help you make the changes that you would like to make in your life. Maybe you can feel better than you do now. Maybe you can learn more skills to cope with what feels hard. Maybe you need to be heard and validated. Whatever brings you to therapy, I’m here for it.

Are you seemingly okay on the outside, but uncomfortable and anxious underneath? Do relationships with family, friends, or romantic partners feel stressful? Perhaps you are struggling to figure out your path in college or after graduation? It’s really hard to navigate relationships and decisions for yourself now, for the first time! I believe college and your 20s are the most important time where you can shape your future by learning about yourself. Often, you grow up not really knowing you are and who you want to be, and feel lost when you try to figure this out. I’d love to support you as you navigate this time by really listening and understanding you, providing non-judgmental guidance and empathy, and asking you helpful questions. I focus on issues with life transitions (yes college and graduation), self esteem, anxiety, interpersonal conflict and communication, dating, perfectionism, break-ups, and stress. Common goals include reducing anxiety, finding a suitable partner, building connection, stronger communication, creating healthy boundaries, finding purpose/career, managing life transitions, and increasing coping skills and confidence. My clients don't fill empty spots! This is my passion and you are so important to me; I remember details and strategize between sessions ensuring you receive the best care in return for your commitment to therapy.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, New York and Massachusetts (LMHC-D)/Licensed Professional Counselor, Arkansas (LPC) and a Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I have a Master's in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling and a Master's in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, I taught for five years before joining the mental health profession. My experience as a mental health therapist involves working with clients of all ages, from preschool to adults, as well as with families, and couples. By implementing various interventions and techniques, the client is able to gain insight into their strengths, as well as discover new coping skills. I enjoy working with the client to help them gain insight into themselves, and their family system. I am passionate to be a mental health therapist, and am happy to offer support wherever I can. I strive as a therapist to help guide and support my clients in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I focus on the whole picture of mental health, and take time to separate and process the many Google tabs we tend to keep open. I am neurodivergent and enjoy working with the neurodivergent population.

Life often comes at you from many angles, and sometimes the weight of change, anxiety, or difficult memories can make it hard to feel like yourself. With more than six years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor, my work is built around helping adolescents and adults navigate life's transitions, work through relationship issues, find balance, and reconnect with who they know themselves to be. Specializing in life adjustments that have often been created from feelings of anxiety and even potential traumatic experiences/memories, I understand how deeply personal and layered these experiences can be. Whether you're processing a major shift or working through something that has lingered for years, you deserve care that meets you where you are. My commitment to you goes beyond the session: I am dedicated to consistently evolving and growing with you each step of the way, while also focusing on continuing education to recognize and treat the various personal and life stressors taking place in the world around us. In our work together, the focus is entirely on you, because what you're experiencing, and related symptoms, deserve to be treated. Using evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy, we'll move toward self-healing in a way that feels grounded and sustainable. Support, motivation, and accountability are at the heart of how I practice. You can also expect therapeutic homework from time to time, with real-world opportunities to practice the skills we explore in session. Bringing those tools into your daily life is, I believe, one of the most powerful ways to set the tone and get us back to where we want to be. My path to becoming a therapist, much like life itself, has not always been linear and clear. Growing up in a divorced household, change and adjustment were constants. It was through my own experience in therapy that I discovered something remarkable: healing is genuinely possible, and with the right support, so is transformation. That discovery became the foundation of my practice. What was given to me through that work is exactly what I want to offer you. Change is achievable, on any level, and you don't have to find your way there alone. When I'm not in session, you'll likely find me cheering on a favorite team, getting lost in a psychological thriller, or spending time with family.

Are you surviving — or actually thriving? I became a therapist so I could help people thrive instead of just surviving. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience helping adults heal from trauma, manage ADHD, break painful relational patterns, and reconnect with who they truly are. I specialize in working with the BIPOC community, college students, first-generation professionals, women navigating major life transitions, high-achieving adults who feel stuck despite their success, and adults with ADHD who are tired of being misunderstood. I am also one of the few LCSWs certified in financial social work — bringing a unique understanding of how money stress, financial trauma, and ADHD intersect with mental health. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to you. I draw from trauma-focused therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, ACT, and psychodynamic therapy — always meeting you where you are. Reaching out is the first act of self-care. I offer telehealth exclusively, serving adults in California, New York, New Jersey, and Florida. ¡Se habla español!

It’s important to me that that therapy is a space for all people to feel safe and accepted. I have extensive experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and belief systems. I specialize in working with LGBQIA+, Trans*/GNC, and poly-identified clients. My approach fosters a space where you can be unapologetically YOU. My perspective is warm, accepting, and uses a harm reduction lens. It is important to me that we find what works for you, so I truly value your feedback in the therapeutic process.

I'm a mental health counselor specializing in anxiety, depression, familial and relationship distress, trauma, grief, workplace stressors, stress management, and life transitions, for young adults and adults ages 18 and up. Together, we'll work to ease symptoms, address your struggles, and process trauma from childhood or the present, while strengthening communication, adjusting to life's transitions, building social skills, and developing healthy coping tools. Compassion, empathy, authenticity, and accountability are qualities I bring to every session, where I look forward to witnessing the moments when you gain clarity, deepen your self-awareness, and build confidence to face obstacles. Each session is approached with genuine authenticity and curiosity, dedicated to making a meaningful and positive impact. Think of it this way: you're the captain of your ship, and I'm the lighthouse beacon helping guide you through stormy waters. This partnership is part of a powerful process, and I'm honored that you've chosen me to accompany you on your journey. Meeting you where you are, in a patient-centered way, is the foundation of everything I do. From there, I empower you with tools to enrich your life and the confidence to conquer life's challenges. I envision a collaborative effort with you by creating a safe, non-judgmental, and warm space where you can explore who you are and gain clarity and introspection, drawing on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic and relational work, and Jungian psychology, incorporating shadow work when it fits. Empathy, compassion, and understanding guide how I support your growth every step of the way. My journey to becoming a therapist was sparked during my undergraduate years through a meaningful friendship with a psychology student. This friendship revealed to me the vital role of healthy communication and effective coping skills in overcoming interpersonal challenges, inspiring my dedication to mental health. Additionally, assisting a friend through a panic attack and helping them stabilize strengthened my resolve to deliver exceptional mental health care. I consider myself a huge nerd, with a deep passion for movies and true-crime documentaries. Catching the latest films at the theater and getting swept up in the storytelling is one of my favorite ways to unwind. Video games are another interest of mine, and I enjoy exploring different worlds and challenging myself. I'm also a big anime fan, appreciating its unique art style and compelling narratives.