Therapists for college students near New York University

Hi! My name is Francesca and I am an LCSW in practice in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, currently accepting clients. I have extensive experience in working with adolescents and young adults in the transitional stages of their lives, specifically targeting issues around anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and adapting to adulthood. I am extensively trained in CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing.

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.

Hello, I am a psychologist in private practice for over 20 years. I hope that I can help support you during this time of transition and growth in your life. There are many ways you can become derailed on your journey, and I would like to help you figure out how to get back on track or to even consider different tracks as you move forward. I am available for both in person and virtual sessions. (Please use the Website link below for more information.)

Have you found yourself struggling to understand or manage your emotions? Feeling lost, stressed, overwhelmed, or empty, and don’t know where to begin? Improving your mental well-being can be an intimidating process, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you are having trouble managing your urges, thoughts, or behaviors, experiencing grief, relationship or identity issues, or just feeling like you've lost a sense of peace and purpose somewhere along the way, my personalized, integrative, and trauma-informed approach to psychotherapy can help.

Hi, I’m Elyse, the owner of A Better You, LCSW, PLLC. I know that seeking help can feel scary. It’s a big deal to be vulnerable, open, and honest about what you’ve been going through! But guess what? You don’t have to face your hardships by yourself, because I’ll be with you every step of the way. Combining my extensive training as a licensed clinical social worker with my own life experiences, I provide a uniquely empathetic approach to therapy; I care about who you are, and more importantly, who you wish to be. On the other side of your fears is the person you’ve dreamed about becoming. A better you is right around the corner

Do you find yourself dealing with anxiety or relationship challenges? Are you using substances to cope with difficult feelings or situations? These struggles can feel overwhelming, but having support can make a meaningful difference. I work with individuals who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns and are looking for guidance, insight, and practical tools to move forward. In therapy, I help clients build healthy coping skills, strengthen self-esteem, and navigate life transitions. My approach focuses on increasing awareness of thoughts and emotions to better understand challenges and develop effective, lasting solutions. I specialize in working with anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, and substance abuse/misuse. I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being their authentic selves. I use an integrative, client-centered approach tailored to each individual’s unique needs and therapeutic goals. I understand that seeking help can feel difficult, and your comfort and trust are central to my work. My goal is to empower you to recognize your strengths, foster growth, and create meaningful change in your life.

Our practice provides telehealth and in-person services in Monroe, Goshen, Warwick, Middletown, and Cornwall, NY. I am licensed in NY, NJ and South Carolina. I am part of a large practice with 45+ clinicians who specialize in a variety of treatments in NY, while working remotely in South Carolina. We offer individual, couples, family, group therapy, trauma-sensitive yoga, educational workshops, and trauma intensives. We are an out-of-network provider and will happily submit claims on your behalf to make billing smooth. Check out my Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sharon-nistico-middletown-ny/840467

Finding the right support is one of the most important steps you can take for your mental health, and I'm here to help you take it. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in anxiety and mood disorders, I work with individuals navigating emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric challenges, offering medication management, treatment planning, and holistic, patient-centered care. My goal is to serve as an engaged and invested partner in your care, empowering you through education, support, and evidence-based treatment. I look forward to helping you gain confidence, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change. Compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based care is the framework of my practice, as I’m deeply passionate about creating a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and supported in your mental health journey. With me, you can always expect a warm and welcoming environment where your goals and experiences shape the direction of our work together. Through personalized therapeutic techniques and medication management, we'll work to build insight, strengthen resilience, and improve your quality of life. Every approach is tailored to you, because no two journeys are the same. My path to becoming a PMHNP was shaped by years at the bedside as an RN, as well as three years in inpatient psychiatry. These experiences gave me a deep appreciation for the connection between physical and mental health, and reinforced my commitment to compassionate, whole-person care. The clinical perspective I developed in those settings informs every session. Understanding how the body and mind work together allows me to bring a more complete and holistic lens to your care. When I'm not seeing patients, you'll find me out for a run, exploring somewhere new, or recharging with friends and family. Time in nature and meaningful connections keep me grounded, and that same sense of balance and presence is something I strive to bring to my work with you.

My approach to therapy is both collaborative and evidence-based in order to provide effective treatment to meet your goals. My practice focuses on a variety of mental health disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), specific phobias, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), school refusal, social anxiety, and body dysmorphic disorder. I will work together with you to overcome the challenges that you are experiencing and to improve the parts of your life that are important to you. Throughout my career, I have focused on evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to address a range of mental health disorders. I received specialized training in exposure and response prevention (ERP) for OCD as well as Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for PTSD. I'm looking forward to connecting with you to discuss how I can help you achieve your goals!

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Accepting Online clients from New York, Massachusetts and Vermont. I work collaboratively with clients in a warm and supportive environment to assist in gaining insight and making changes that enrich life. This includes interpersonal and relational changes, life transitions, school or professional difficulties, and family conflicts. I prefer a solution focused, client centered approach to strengthen internal resources and build new skills. Client focus is ages 18+ Areas of Interest Include: Depression & Anxiety, Grief, Nutritional Psychiatry, Stress Management & Addictions, Life transitions, and Working with adult children of mothers with Borderline Personality Disorder. I also offer Group therapy to adult children of Borderline Mothers. My role is to offer insight, guidance, and support to individuals through their journey of change. I look forward to meeting with you and working together to move through the challenges you are facing. Please call with any questions you may have or for a free consultation.

Thank you for taking the time to read more about my practice! I started my career working in college counseling centers and continue to enjoy working with students for both therapy and assessment services. In my therapy practice, I use a number of mindfulness based strategies that help with depression, anxiety, performance, attention, and relationships. I also have my 200 hour yoga certification and strongly believe in the importance of mind-body wellness. My assessment practice focuses on ADHD and learning disability diagnoses. I am experienced in providing the needed documentation for students registering with their disability support offices and when taking exams such as the GRE, GMAT, and LSAT.

Welcome to Life Stages Counseling, a place where you will find support, healing, and non-judgmental therapy from experienced therapists. Life Stages Counseling is a clinical therapy practice that offers counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Most people experience some times in their lives that are difficult. Even normal life events such as children developing, experiencing a loss, parenting a child, personal growth, school or work -related stress, or the ending of a relationship, can cause us to feel intense emotions. During a challenging time, it can be helpful to speak with a trained therapist who can offer support and who can work together with you on a plan to ease your stress. At Life Stages Counseling, our goal is to provide strength based and person- centered counseling. We believe that each person’s mental health is an important part of their wellness and satisfaction with their life. We know that there isn’t just one approach that works for everyone or every issue so we design our treatment to meet the individual needs of each person, using the best available therapeutic approach. We are a team of eleven committed, highly qualified and experienced therapists. Each therapist is licensed by New York State. Our therapists include both Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Licensed Mental Health Counselors who are ready to offer you support for every life stage, every step of the way.

Currently licensed in NY and Maine: offering teletherapy Please visit website for more information. www.patriciawilkins-vacca.com

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NY license #092803) providing telehealth services across New York State. Maybe you’re exhausted from holding everything together, saying yes to everyone even if you want to say no, or carrying something from your past that you haven’t told many people about. Maybe anxiety has been in the driver’s seat for too long. Maybe you just want to feel safe in your own body, and able to live in the present moment with a sense of peace. I work with young adults and women navigating trauma, anxiety, people pleasing, perfectionism, and relationship patterns they’re ready to understand and change. I offer individual telehealth therapy using evidence-based approaches including EMDR, DBT, and CBT, personalized to your goals and needs. If this sounds like what you’ve been looking for, I’d love to connect. Click below to schedule a free consultation through my secure, online platform.

Janet Shortall (she/her/hers) is a mental health counselor with over 30 years of experience providing trauma-informed care and support to university students and staff at Cornell University as a student services professional. Janet's approach to counseling integrates various modalities, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Her clinical focus is on the experiences of undergraduate and graduate students coping with depression and/or anxiety as well as with older adults struggling with romantic relationships, grief and loss, trauma, and work-life balance. Janet brings to each counseling session a capacity for deep listening, a compassionate heart, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative relationship with her clients.

As a Creative Arts Therapist, I specialize in working with those navigating neurodivergence, identity exploration, trauma, and emotional regulation. I bring a creative and embodied approach to therapy, informed by my background in the performing arts and my training in Drama Therapy at New York University. My work integrates techniques from Drama Therapy and traditional counseling psychology techniques to help clients explore, express, and transform their experiences in ways that feel safe and empowering.

For nearly 20 years, I have worked with adolescents and young adults who have anxiety, mood disorders, gender identity issues, family conflicts and trauma from many different backgrounds. There is no single case that is identical to another, and everyone has their own unique story. I want to hear your story so that I may join your journey to heal. My main approaches are CBT, Family Systems Theory, EMDR, and somatic approaches. I also incorporate Eastern philosophy and focus on the mind-body connection to assist clients in understanding their challenges and rediscovering their authentic selves. As a person who came to the United States as a teen, I personally understand the pressure to succeed, the challenges to navigate the US college system, and the loneliness that limited resources and guidance that first generation college students go through. I have also advocated for people of color and the LGTBQ+ population in an effort to improve equality and deal with human rights issues many years. I strive to provide a safe environment for all of my clients without judgment. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

As a Faith-Based Christian Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I specialize in working with Individuals, Couples, & young adults addressing relationship difficulties, as well as issues related to addiction/ substance use. Additionally, I provide treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues, trauma, and PTSD. My treatment approach as a Faith-Based Christian therapist, is psychotherapy with mind-body techniques, it’s well matched to symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, PTSD and all of the additional symptoms that come with it. The mental, physical, social and emotional and adjustment challenges of your life is meant to be handled supported Embarking on the therapeutic journey can often feel daunting. I welcome the opportunity for a brief telephone conversation to address any concerns and respond to inquiries you may have. I am available during evenings and weekends. Please feel free to contact me via phone or email to arrange a phone call

While changing behaviors and feelings is always tricky, it is never something that we need to face alone. I know that coming to therapy and making the commitment to show up for themselves every week requires strength from my clients. Therefore, I strive to help them get the most out of their experience. Together, we create a wellness plan specific to each individual (which I believe is the utmost priority. My passion for helping others shines through with authenticity and compassion. My clients find emotional fulfillment, success in relationships, and develop more confidence to grow.