Therapists for college students near Cambridge, MA

A waxing crescent is the first lunar phase seen after a new moon. It represents new beginnings, growth, and moving toward one's full potential. At Waxing Crescent Counseling, LLC, we are licensed mental health professionals who can support you on your journey to becoming who you were always meant to be. We are licensed mental health counselors who work with adults experiencing a variety of life and/or clinical concerns using a collaborative, person-centered approach. We are passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. We have supported many individuals experiencing depression/mood symptoms, anxiety/stress, fear, trauma symptoms, gender/sexuality concerns, addiction, and life transitions.

Anise Health is a culturally-attuned digital mental health platform for the Asian community. Our therapists specialize in addressing unique cultural stressors such as pressure to achieve, bicultural tension, Asian family dynamics, and racial trauma. To start care, submit a short intake form (>5min) and you'll be instantly matched to therapists: https://patient.anisehealth.co/onboarding.

Are you feeling stressed, uncertain, anxious, stuck, or experiencing loss or conflict? I work collaboratively with my clients to better understand and move forward in their lives, as we gain insight into current challenges and stressors. My strength is engaging clients in an empathic and supportive therapeutic alliance. I work from a non-judgmental stance, in order to understand the perspective of my clients, and draw upon their unique and varied strengths. Gaining clarity, you can restore balance and fulfill your potential.

Hi, I'm Leann, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and guidance. I support those feeling the weight of today’s social and political landscape, creating a safe space where sadness, anger, and disillusionment are validated. With experience with diverse settings and populations, including outpatient therapy and community mental health, I help adults facing anxiety, depression, substance use, ADHD, and more. Together, we’ll work to build resilience and find strength amid challenging times.

Do you feel like you’re juggling everything — trying to be the strong one — while quietly running on empty? On the outside, it looks like you’ve got it together, but inside, you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, and wondering why it’s so hard to just feel okay. Maybe you say yes when you want to say no or carry old wounds that still affect your life. You’re ready for change — to feel more grounded, present, and connected. I specialize in helping self-aware women break free from perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the heavy emotional load they’ve been carrying for way too long. Together, we’ll get curious about what’s underneath the surface. I use EMDR and other trauma-informed approaches to help you process what’s been holding you back — whether it’s anxiety, past trauma, or patterns you’re just tired of repeating. Therapy with me is about creating a space where you can finally exhale, be fully seen, and start building a life that feels true to who you are. If any of this resonates, I’d love to talk. Reach out for a free 15-minute consult to see if we’re a good fit.

My name is Amanda, I am a Masters level therapist that has been in the field for 5 years. I have experience in addictions counseling, worked as a domestic violence advocate, and now as a therapist. I have a background working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. The approach I use is client-centered to ensure your needs are heard, as well as strengths-based to high light and enhance the skills and abilities you already possess. The modalities I have experience with consist of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, as well emotions focused therapy. Together we will find what will best fit your needs, at your pace.

The decision to start therapy is a courageous one. I create an open and safe environment for you to embark on your therapeutic journey. In my practice I take a strength-based approach to help you learn and grow. I am interested in exploring who you are as an individual and helping you get where you want to be. Together I hope to build a respectful and collaborative therapeutic alliance. I have experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I specialize with working with young adults dealing with life transitions. I have experience working in the university and hospital setting. I have an interest in working with young adults, college students, and adults. I use both CBT and DBT in my practice. My colleagues would describe me to have a calming presence and open mind. I look forward to meeting you and working together.

As a therapist, my goal is to provide a respectful, safe space where clients feel supported and empowered. I bring thoughtfulness and intuition to my work, helping individuals identify strengths, develop skills, shift patterns, and create meaningful change. Therapy is a collaborative process, and I strive to meet clients where they are, offering guidance that aligns with their values and experiences. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, parenting issues, life transitions, chronic illness, and educational needs, among other concerns. Whether you're navigating a specific issue or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to support you. If you're interested in learning more about my approach or exploring how we might work together, I welcome you to reach out.

Grounding Roots Counseling, LLC provides mental health counseling services through telehealth to individuals across the state of Massachusetts. Supporting clients throughout different phases of life, utilizing a variety of modalities to best fit the needs of our clients. We accept most insurance companies and are working to expand our network. Please reach out if you have any questions.

I have experience helping people overcome obstacles around executive dysfunction (having a hard time keeping or remembering tasks and appointments, turning in assignments in full, and overall managing daily expectations and obligations), adjusting to new life transitions, and managing anxiety and depression symptoms. I use a variety of methods to introduce clients to the sometimes uncomfortable part of therapy and accountability.

I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in adolescence and young adulthood. I completed a fellowship at Mclean Hospital in Adolescent Mental Health. I was previously a psychologist at Mclean Hospital's Klarman Eating Disorders Center where I specialized in the care of individuals struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and associated concerns. I enjoy working collaboratively with a client, couple, or family to understand how someone's struggles relate to their larger goals, hopes, and motivations and how to work to understand their experiences together and move closer to those goals. I use approaches to therapy that focus on understanding the role and functions of emotions and behaviors, understanding someone's experience in the context of relationships, and utilizing strengths and competencies in the therapy process. In addition to individual therapy, I have a passion for working with couples, families, and in relationship based therapies. I also provide parent consultation for parents supporting their child or adult child through an eating disorder. Please reach out if you have any questions and would like to schedule a complementary initial phone consultation.

Feeling overwhelmed by college life? You’re not alone. If you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, or simply trying to find your identity, I'm here to help. Whether it's managing emotions, building self-esteem, or tackling time management issues, we've got this together. Hi, I'm Holly Lark, LCSW, LICSW, a therapist licensed in Texas and Massachusetts. Let’s work on understanding what’s making life tough and come up with strategies to handle it better. We'll use techniques like mindfulness, DBT therapy, and other practical tools to help you feel more in control and passionate about life again. Everyone faces challenges, and seeking help is a brave step. I’m here to offer you a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your feelings and concerns. Let's develop some coping strategies to get you through. Reach out to start your journey toward feeling better.

I enjoy collaborating with students to help them successfully navigate the challenges that they are experiencing. Regardless of the challenge, we will work together to develop a plan that targets individual goals, feels supportive and productive, and is geared toward reducing distress while fostering growth, understanding, independence, and overall well-being. I am experienced in utilizing a variety of approaches, which allows me to shift between modalities and work with each individual to determine what will work best. Beginning therapy can be an overwhelming experience for some. I am committed to ensuring that the space feels safe and supportive, and that the overall experience is as positive as possible.

When painful things happen in our lives, we do our best to cope with it in the moment. That might mean we get really good at “just dealing with it,” and “toughing it out.” Maybe we get really good at “checking out,” or maybe we become super skilled at coming up with clever ways to altogether avoid triggering situations. At one point in time, these skills served you well. And maybe they don’t any longer. Often, underneath these patterns anxiety and depression flood every day, drowning out our resources and making life difficult to enjoy. But changing these patterns and finding new hope can seem like an impossible feat. So often we know something is off because of what we feel in our bodies. Your heart starts pounding, that turning in your stomach, breathing feels tight, maybe you feel disconnected. The key to finding relief is not just about thinking differently. I am a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist and offer body-based techniques for approaching these issues. When we can tune into our bodies as well as our thoughts, we can begin to take control of our lives. I believe that you ultimately know what’s best for your own life. Sometimes it can feel scary to start therapy. What I usually tell my clients is “you’re in the driver’s seat.” I’m the copilot and have a map, and can point things out that maybe you didn’t see from your vantage point. Let’s figure this out together. Call or email for a free consultation.

Hi, my name is Jonah Bayer and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts. I primarily work with students on anxiety, depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked in the music industry for two decades and also specialize in the unique challenges and pressures that can occur in creative collaborations. I give my clients a roadmap for personalized therapeutic goals, developing targeted coping skills and identifying triggers that may be unconsciously holding them back from living in a value-driven manner. " I use a blend of modalities, including DBT, EMDR and mindfulness skills in a holistic way to help work through issues that might be holding you back. My practice is unique due to my own life informed experience as a musician, journalist and psychotherapist. I truly believe that becoming less identified with unhelpful thought patterns can be truly liberating—yet it takes practice. I am passionate about helping my clients reach their goals and improve the ways they move through the world.

Lauren is excited to expand services to support college students and young adults navigating the transition into higher education and independent living. Whether adjusting to academic pressures, managing anxiety, building new routines, or finding a sense of balance during major life changes, Lauren provides a supportive and grounded space to help clients feel more confident and connected. She also works with individuals who identify as sober curious or who choose not to use alcohol while on campus. In a culture where social drinking can feel expected, Lauren helps clients develop boundaries, strengthen self-trust, and create meaningful connections that align with their personal values and wellness goals. At Peaceful Renewal Counseling, the focus remains on creating a calm, supportive environment where the hard work of growth leads toward greater peace and clarity.

I'm a Massachusetts masters level licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC), specializing in telehealth individual counseling in an outpatient private practice. I support with counseling of substance use at any stage and mental health support. And can complete Substance use evaluations and RMV letters. I have been working in the field of addiction for over a decade, have a masters degree, and in active recovery myself! I can support with harm reduction model to complete abstinence. I like to meet people where they are at and will support you with an individual, client-centered, treatment plan to help with your short-term and long-term goals. I believe that addiction is a chronic treatable medical and mental condition. My approach acknowledges the biological, psychological, environmental, and spiritual dimensions of the disease and recovery process. I believe in progress, not perfection. +Accepting new clients, please email me to set up an intake session today!

Radical acceptance and authentic human connection. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Trying to keep your head above water? Do you need a space where you can be seen, heard, and valued? I can help. I provide warm, engaging therapy without judgment, shame, or stigma. I work with folx ages 16+ who are looking for new ways to move through life. I tend to work with people who are going through a transition. Perhaps you are going off to college, trying to understand an ADHD or Autism diagnosis, navigating complicated relationships, or exploring your identity. (I provide gender-affirming treatment letters.) WARNING: I'm not the kind of therapist who nods & asks: "How does that make you feel?" I work in an interpersonal, solution-focused, collaborative language format. Meaning? I'm super interactive, and we're gonna work together to manage your drama & trauma. I use radical acceptance and authentic human connection to help you on your path toward healing, growing, and thriving. I've been a therapist for over a decade. I use strength-based, affirmative, and neuroscientific theories to guide us, but healing doesn't happen via theory. It lies within you- your hopes, hardships, successes, and infinite wisdom. My mission is to help you feel deeply understood and connected as you gain awareness of how your thoughts, emotions, and body are interconnected. Take a break from your hectic day and find a relaxing space where you can virtually come to learn to maximize your strengths, minimize your fears, and increase your confidence. As an expressive therapist, I’ve been trained to find additional approaches towards healing, which may include the arts. My style is relational, collaborative, and informed. Recovery and healing are possible. We all have struggles we've faced in this life. You are the expert of your life and your experience. Racism, homophobia, and sexism are hardcore capital-T Traumas. Even the strongest among us need support in helping our inner critic shut up and get out of our way. You are amazing, and I want to help you see that (especially if you just got through this whole thing and are still reading).

I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Studies in 2013 from Colorado State University before going on to earn a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Wheelock College in 2016. I currently hold licenses in Massachusetts as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) as well as a School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor. I hold a certificate of Clinical Treatment of Relational and Multi-Contextual Trauma. I have over 10 years of professional experience and have worked in a variety of settings with a diverse population including those experiencing depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, foster care, adoption, grief/loss, poverty, homelessness and incarceration. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, elderly, couples and families. I utilize multiple treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that therapy looks different for each person and I strive to provide a supportive and non-judgmental therapeutic setting based on compassion, trust, and honesty where we can work together to utilize your own individual strengths to reach your goals and to be able to better manage the stressors in your life.

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