Therapists for college students near New York University
Although I am a licensed therapist with 30+ years mental health experience, my counseling practice is designed for people looking for a different approach, rather than traditional therapy. I offer life mentoring, which is a mix of counseling, coaching, psychotherapy, spirituality, and the expressive arts. I specialize in helping people with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I help clients process their past, learn how to live more fully in the present, and carve a path toward a dynamic, enjoyable future. Life mentoring is a wisdom tradition that leads to life transformation. My practice is very casual and easy-going, nothing clinical. I teach the practices outlined in my book: “The Living Stress Free Bible: 20 Techniques to Make Your Life Less Stressful.” I send summaries of each session to each client, with my insights and suggested resources/homework. Schedule a session with me in our peaceful office space located in Rochester’s Upper East End, or on Zoom. I would love to help you on your personal journey toward happiness and inner peace. Pricing is based on duration of the session. Insurance is not accepted.
If you're here you might be feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, stress, or anger. Many clients come forward struggling with relationship conflict, self-esteem concerns, or the lingering effects of trauma. Others face challenges with addiction, impulsivity, or difficult life transitions. Please understand that you do not have to navigate this journey on your own. Whether you are struggling with day-to-day stress or complex mental health concerns, we can create a personalized path toward growth. I specialize in working with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and anger management. I also support individuals living with bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and trauma. My experience in outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization programs allows me to bring well-rounded perspective and intervention to therapy. I describe my style as genuine, collaborative, flexible, and curious. I believe the therapeutic relationship is built on honesty, trust, and authenticity. Our thoughts are deeply private and delicate, and I consider it the highest honor to receive them. It would be a privilege to walk alongside you in creating meaningful and lasting change.
Feeling stuck in a rut? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? In a safe and supportive environment you will gain insight and learn specific skills so you can get back on track and start living a more fulfilling life.
We are a group practice with a shared passion for women's mental health. We treat a wide variety of concerns including reproductive and perinatal concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, LGBTQ+ clients, and ADHD/neurodivergence to name a few. We offer individual, couples, and family therapy and our team has experience in numerous evidence-based treatment modalities including EMDR, ACT, EFT, CBT, ERP, & DBT.
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SUNRISE COUNSELING CENTER is celebrating our 30th anniversary! We are a group collaboration of 60 clinicians serving over 3,000 people each month! We are one of the largest counseling agencies on Long Island and we offer a full range of counseling services, including individual, couple, group and family therapy. We now specialize in a new cutting edge therapy for combat, sexual and childhood trauma -Effective within 4 sessions 90 percent of the time! SUNRISE COUNSELING CENTER has locations in Babylon, Bay Shore and East Islip, New York. We are also happy to offer “Telehealth” (audio/video) services in the comfort of your own home to anyone who lives in New York State! This service is also covered through most insurance plans, often with no copay! Don't know what your insurance covers? We will research the details of your insurance plan for you. Don't have insurance? We can also offer you low sliding scale fees. We at SUNRISE COUNSELING CENTER also offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation about any issue imaginable! Please email us at info@SunriseCounselingCenter.com and let us know how we can help you. We will respond to your email 24 hours/day, 7 days a week-usually within an hour! Or please call us at (631)666-1615 during office hours.
I appreciate the time you are taking to choose the best person and process for your specific needs. Being a college student requires a lot of difficult choices, and I know finding a counselor can be hard as well. Here are some thoughts about how I work, but please contact me if you have other questions. My goal as a counselor is to shape our work around the needs, goals, and overall direction you want to take in your life. If you have very focused, concrete issues you want to address, we’ll use a solution-focused approach to create plans and strategies for focused change and growth. If you have more broad, complicated things to address, we talk about a deeper purpose and meaning for your life that can serve as a foundation for more significant changes. No matter what you would like to talk about in counseling, we will capitalize on your strengths as a whole person to create the change you seek.
We are a group of compassionate mental health practitioners providing treatment to children, teens, adults, couples, and families at our office in Islandia, NY & via telehealth to residents of NYS. At JWB Wellness Therapy we take a holistic and eclectic approach to the treatment we provide. By combining evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy with complementary & alternative treatment methods, we are able to tailor our services to meet each person’s individual needs and goals. We look forward to getting to know you and helping you to feel empowered to make the changes you desire.
Hi, I’m Megan—Licensed Therapist (LCSW) Starting therapy in college can feel overwhelming—maybe you’re navigating new independence, academic pressure, identity questions, or a recent breakup. Or maybe you're simply looking for someone steady to talk to. Whatever brings you here, I aim to make therapy feel approachable, collaborative, and actually helpful—not stiff or one-sided. I work with students managing a range of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, perfectionism, ADHD, and relationship or family stress. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and rooted in trauma-informed care. I have a particular interest in working with students who are high-functioning on the outside but feeling overwhelmed or stuck internally—those who are used to keeping it together for everyone else but could use some space to focus on themselves. Whether you’re sorting through a situationship, burnout, or just trying to figure out who you are in this stage of life, I offer a nonjudgmental space to reflect, feel supported, and build lasting change. Humor and real talk welcome.
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Feeling stuck or constantly stressed takes an enormous toll on one’s body. It leaves you exhausted, frustrated, and extremely overwhelmed. The activities you do everyday become interrupted and difficult to complete. If these feelings resonate with you, it’s time to create alternative ways to bring balance into your lifestyle. Music therapy can assist in increasing the awareness of your mind body connection and help you live the life you deserve. Music therapy provides you the ability to create deep connection, in creative ways, to the daily stressors and challenges that provoke anxiety and negative thinking. Music therapy, mindfulness, and other creative modalities are intertwined within sessions to create new insights and understanding of ourselves when encountering our challenges. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. I will assist you throughout your therapeutic journey to navigate these overwhelming feelings, work with sound and space, and support your creative self. Together we will explore and develop ways to improve your quality of life and reestablish balance into your life. Call now to discuss for a free consultation.
I understand the difficulties of navigating adulthood, college expectations, personal expectations and family obligations. I have years experience working with individuals who are struggling with life stressors and together we can explore the events which have you reaching out for help.
I specialize in working with college-aged students. I understand the unique pressures you face, from academic stress and relationships to social anxieties and figuring out your future path. I especially understand how confusing things can be when navigating independence for the first time, as well as, the onset of a mental health disorder. Therapy with me is a collaborative journey. I offer a warm, relational approach, creating a safe space where you can be heard and supported. Think of me as your partner in accountability – a listening ear when you need to vent, and a gentle nudge when you're ready to push yourself further. The goal is empowerment. I'll help you develop the skills and confidence to tackle challenges on your own, building the strength to become your best self.
A bit more about my approach to therapy: My approach is down-to-earth, encouraging, and guided foremost by the client. The #1 adage leading my practice is “start where the client is”. I listen carefully, reflect for clarity, and help clients to articulate deeper understanding of themselves. Individuals questioning their sexual identity, LGBTQ, and BIPOC clients will be supported and affirmed. Creative types are welcomed: use of creativity is an unlimited source of healing potential. "Begin. The rest is easy." - George Jenkins What you can expect from our first session: Every individual deserves to find a meaningful sense of purpose, direction, and belonging. After our first session together, I hope for you to feel seen, understood, and supported upon a path of increasing possibility; my hope is that you will feel more capable in the moment of managing what life has waiting for you next.
Skeptical? Good! The therapeutic relationship and experience of your counselor should be taken seriously. If you are courageous enough to seek support; do your homework, find a good fit and be cautious of snake oil and shortcuts. You know more about your experience than anyone. Be open, trust your gut. Trailhead. I require a free 15-minute call to ensure we are a good fit. If not, I will provide recommendations or referral to get you to the most helpful resource. Best part of my work. I enjoy working with clients who have been through challenging times and keep fighting the voice that undermines their accomplishments, goals and aspirations. Like a great deal of my colleagues – I find this privileged, difficult and honorable work. I value diversity. My career allowed me to interact with everyone and anyone – I am more interesting and compassionate because of it. Training and Experience. On paper, I am a master's prepared social worker, seasoned as a licensed clinical social worker and have 20 years of experience empowering individuals, professionals and systems in the criminal justice, government, and healthcare sectors. I am a University at Buffalo School of Social Work alum from back in the day. I am a dad and husband. I am passionate, warm, ambiverted, sometimes grumpy, professional. I do not have a brand. Raised on hip hop, straight edge hardcore and skateboarding. I found my education and profession by accident. When I’m down and feel like an imposter, I remember this. The rest I found in pain, love, and my own therapy. Enough about me, let's find what is important to you! Approaches Mindfulness based: most generally, exercises and a practice on awareness of your senses. Simple and radically transforming. This approach is unique, flexible and backed by research and measurable outcomes. It’s accessible, experiential, and highly rewarding. I view this approach as mind hacks to get around the junk in your head and drop back into your body. Trauma informed: incorporating evidenced based practices, common courtesy and acknowledgment that all of us have experienced hurts in some form. It is a way to embody and practice a non-pathologizing approach that honors your past while being grounded in the present. Systems oriented: life in context gives us freedom to understand ourselves and accurately place the hurt of our experiences back where they belong. Internal Family Systems has impacted my practice and personal growth.
Being a college student today is HARD. Managing academic stress, navigating relationship dynamics, making big life decisions, coping with financial pressures, and figuring out what comes next is a lot. Maybe you're also feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or depressed. Although it might feel that way, you're not alone. As a therapist, I employ my 13+ years of experience working with diverse groups of adolescents and young adults to make you feel safe, supported, and heard. We'll work together to get to the root of what you're experiencing, so that you can live the fulfilling life you deserve. I provide convenient, flexible telemental health services, which means you can get the support you need while being comfortable in your own space.
Dr. Francesca Balada has successfully assisted many individuals lead happier and more productive lives. As an independently practicing psychologist, Dr. Balada has been providing psychology services to individuals for over 15 years. She has been a licensed clinical psychologist since 2005. Dr. Balada specializes in providing Consultation, Clinical Supervision, Testing and Neuropsychological Assessments. A neuropsychologist provides specialized services from multiple perspectives: medical, emotional, behavioral, cognitive, educational, and rehabilitative. Evaluations incorporate extensive details about an individual’s medical history, developmental history, cognitive ability, academic history, and daily functioning. Dr. Balada evaluates individuals with: memory impairment, concussion, head injury, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, Alzheimer’s Dementia, Frontal Temporal Dementia, Parkinson’s disease and stroke. Dr. Balada has dedicated her life to helping others reach their full potential and often lectures on the subject of neuropsychological assessment and intervention. Regarded as an expert in assessment and diagnosis, Dr. Balada has acted as a consultant for many academic institutions and hospitals, in addition to acting as a consultant and teaching expert. DR. BALADA IS CURRENTLY SERVING ANY INDIVIDUAL LIVING IN NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA VIA TELEHEALTH
HI there, I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and have many years of experience in mental health for young adults such as yourself. I have a great deal of experience in treating anxiety, depression, mood swings and anger as well as obsessive thoughts and eating disorders. Let's meet.
If you’re feeling less like yourself, with anxious thoughts, trouble sleeping, trouble making decisions, difficulty motivating or just feeling like your new life wasn’t what you expected, I can help get you on a new path towards healing and connection. I help college students with adjustment, stress, depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I have training working with those withADHD and associated issues, as well as specialized understanding of the pressure faced by high level collegiate athletes.