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Therapists for college students near Amherst College

Chelsea Totaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ewing, NJ
Accepting new clients

People I work with come to me feeling stuck - second-guessing every decision, replaying conversations in their heads, or feeling like they’ve lost touch with the version of themselves they want to be. Sometimes it’s a big life change, sometimes it’s a quiet, constant heaviness, and sometimes it’s the grief of losing someone - human or animal - who meant everything. My style is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that connection is one of the most powerful tools for healing. ...

Tiffany Menard
Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Saugus, MA
Accepting new clients

Navigating life while facing substance use challenges—whether personally or through the experiences of loved ones—can feel overwhelming and isolating. I know this both professionally and personally. As someone with deep ties to those impacted by addiction, including friends and family in active use, recovery, and those who have sadly passed, I bring not only clinical training but lived empathy into the therapy space. I work with adults who are struggling with substance use, codependency, or are ...

Julia Najm, PhD
Psychologist
Cambridge, MA
Accepting new clients

I help individuals struggling with anxiety, panic, OCD, perfectionism, self-esteem, depression, and life stress/transitions. I’ve worked with and enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals, parents, students (graduate/undergraduate), medical residents, and individuals who are working on figuring out who they are and what they want in life. I provide ACT and CBT within a culturally humble and trauma-informed lens. I understand that change can be hard, and that past/current experiences can s...

Susan Chamandy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Boston, MA
Accepting new clients

Susan Chamandy is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). She primarily uses a psychodynamic approach in her counseling work to help clients gain a better understanding of themselves – their feelings, thoughts, behaviors and priorities – and to help clients identify and harness their personal strengths to make lasting change.She includes other approaches in her work, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems therapy, and mindfulness, when needed. Her priority i...

Yang Sun
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

I grew up in China and have traveled across Europe and the U.S.! I hold a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis and a Master's degree in Social Science in Gender Studies from London School of Economics and Political Science. I am currently a candidate of PsyaD. I am a licensed mental health counselor and can accept insurance or private pay. Feel free to email or text if you'd like to connect! I create a safe and nonjudgmental space for our w...

Priti Patel
Pre-Licensed Professional
Braintree, MA
Accepting new clients

Priti Patel, M.A. (she/her), is a masters-level mental health clinician on the path to becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Neuroscience from Regis College and recently earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College. Priti brings experience providing outpatient mental health services to adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her current practice is primarily women-centered, focusing on cultura...

Lauren Beeman, LCSW
Pre-Licensed Professional
Boston, MA
Accepting new clients

Welcome! My name is Lauren Bissette. I have been a social worker since 2015 with experience with many diverse populations. I am a great listener, patient, and here for you! I take pride in helping my clients with every day stress, anxiety, and trauma. Clients that suffer from depression, anxiety, relationships, stress, grief, martial discord, and trauma; it is my goal to help you develop strategies to cope more effectively. I have been trained in EMDR which utilizes the natural healing abi...

Clinical Alliance Services, LLC
Group practice
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

Clinical Alliance Services, LLC (CAS) offers individuals and couples psychotherapy to adults ages 18+ for a wide variety of conditions and concerns, including: Academic Concerns Anxiety Disorders Career and Work-Related Concerns Chronic Illness College Adjustment Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Dissociation Divorce Gender Dysphoria Gender Identity Grief Identity Life Transitions Mood Disorders Polyamory/Consensual Non-Monogamy Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Quality of Lif...

John Kenny
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Quincy, MA
Accepting new clients

I provide psychotherapy to adults, young adults, and students with a variety of issues including trauma, anxiety, life-transitions, relationship issues, and depression. I am a therapist that believes that developing a non-judgmental and client-centered approach to therapy is key to feeling better each day. In therapy, a thoughtful review of stressors, trauma, and relationships helps to build an understanding and context around the client's challenges and informs treatment. Therapy often involves...

Alicia Battles, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Somerville, MA
Accepting new clients

Specializing in psychiatric medication management! College can be an exciting time—but also a really overwhelming one. If you’re dealing with anxiety, ADHD, depression, or just feeling stuck, you’re not alone. Are you needing to continue your medications while away at school? Or wondering if it’s time to try something new? I’m here to help. At Lumina Psychiatry, I keep my patient panel small so you get real access to your prescriber—and the time, care, and consistency you deserve. As of June...

Center Psychotherapy
Group practice
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

Center Psychotherapy is a group mental health practice located in Winchester and Arlington, Massachusetts that specializes in trauma treatment. We are committed to providing quality and expert mental health treatment using a humanist, client-centered approach to therapy. Our clinicians recognize that successful treatment varies with individual needs, strengths, and personal client preferences. We strive to work with you to develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions that recognize stre...

Michelle De Sedas
Psychologist
Cambridge, MA
Accepting new clients

Hi, I’m Dr. Michelle De Sedas. I’m a bilingual Latina psychologist (English & Spanish) who supports students through times of growth, change, and uncertainty. Many of the students I work with are balancing academics with personal responsibilities, navigating family or relationship challenges, or processing experiences of grief and trauma. My approach is warm, collaborative, and compassionate. Together, we’ll create space to slow down, reflect, and build tools to manage stress, strengthen bou...

Jaime Silva, MA,NCC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Medford, MA
Accepting new clients

I believe therapy starts with connection. I bring warmth, sensitivity, and active engagement to my work, creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, past trauma, or navigating a major life transition, I’m here to help you understand yourself with more clarity and self-compassion. My approach is grounded in the belief that people are more than a diagnosis. I work from a non-pathologizing, wellness-ce...

Beacon Therapy Group
Group practice
Brookline, MA
Accepting new clients

Schedule an Appointment Today at www.beacontherapy.org/schedule At Beacon Therapy Group, we know that being a student can mean juggling high expectations, intense academics, and the pressure to keep it all together. Whether you’re navigating academic stress, relationships, cultural transitions, or unresolved trauma, our team is here to support you. We’re a trauma-informed group practice offering both in-person and virtual therapy sessions to fit your schedule. While we specialize in trauma...

Creative Coping
Group practice
Bedford, MA
Accepting new clients

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Melanie Banks (Lunar Growth Counseling)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Somerville, MA
Accepting new clients

Accepting New Clients! Life can get overwhelming, and sometimes it’s hard to know where to begin looking for help. Maybe you find yourself stressed, anxious, and burnt out, or you are feeling lonely, uncertain, and worried about your future. At Lunar Growth Counseling, we offer a safe space for you to share your story and begin to heal. In sessions, I strive to meet you where you're at with curiosity, empathy, and care. Together we will work towards exploring healthy and effective ways to cope w...

Anchor Talk Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Columbia, SC
Accepting new clients

My name is David Kapolis with Anchor Talk Counseling, LLC. Having worked in higher education in the past in a number of capacities, I have real, lived experience as a student, as an employee and as a life-long learner. I love working with college students both in undergrad and graduate programs. College is an extremely trying time as we are trying to balance academics with work, internships, social life, family and future aspirations. Being from Boston, MA, the college Hub of America, I have wor...

Thandika Brown, Psy.D.
Psychologist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

You’ve been wondering why you do & feel the things you do—why specific behaviors keep repeating, why you feel stuck, no matter how much you try to change. You’ve done the self-help books, the podcasts, maybe a few short-term therapy stints, but you still find yourself repeating the same patterns. I help curious, motivated people ready to go deeper than symptom management. Together, we’ll explore the hidden patterns, emotional blocks, & past experiences that still shape your present. Our work wil...

Victoria Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

As a therapist, I'm committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, express your concerns, and build resilience. With experience supporting individuals through crisis, telehealth, and culturally responsive care, I understand how important it is to feel seen, heard, and respected in therapy. Whether you're navigating life transitions, managing stress or anxiety, dealing with grief, or addressing relationship conflicts, my goal is to meet you where you are and...

Mandy Read, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Cambridge, MA
Accepting new clients

Hello, I am Mandy Read at Crooked Tree Counseling. I am able to create a warm, comfortable space through active listening along with genuine curiosity to establish a feeling of ease within the therapeutic relationship. I aim to create a collaborative environment in which you are the expert of your own experiences. My presence in the room offers warmth and safety in a therapeutic space designed for meaningful exploration of past, present, and preferred future. Please note that an intake coordin...

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