Therapists for college students near New York University

I specialize in working with college aged women who have experienced sexual assault and are seeking a trauma informed, supportive space to heal. I help students process their experiences, rebuild a sense of safety and control, and develop coping skills that support both emotional well being and academic functioning. I also work with college students managing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship or dating concerns, boundary setting, family pressure, and major life transitions. Therapy is collaborative, practical, and designed to fit into the pace of college life.

Serving the community since 1979 as a comprehensive victims services agency, the mission of the Victims Assistance Center of Jefferson County is to assist and provide direct services to victims/survivors of violence and crime in Jefferson County, NY. Victimization does not end with the violence of the crime itself. The Victims Assistance Center recognizes these complex issues and assists individuals and families in our community through a variety of direct services.

Hi there, my name is Lori and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am so glad that you are exploring my page. Seeking out therapy can be difficult, but you have taken the first and often hardest step, reaching out for help. I have been practicing for 15 years and have worked with many different populations and symptoms. My specialty areas are working with folks who have experienced Trauma/PTSD, interpersonal violence, anxiety, and depression. However, I also work with individuals who are going through adjustment periods, stress, and issues surrounding self confidence and body image. I truly feel honored to share space with individuals who are seeking out someone to talk to. I utilize several difference evidence based and integrative modalities in treatment and follow a person centered approach. If you are interested in learning more about my services and are ready to take the next step, feel free to reach out and we can do a phone consultation. Your well being matters and I am here to help!

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.

I’m a bilingual Latinx therapist (LCSW in NY) passionate about supporting college students as they navigate the unique challenges of this stage of life. Whether you’re adjusting to a new environment, managing academic pressures, navigating relationships, or exploring your identity, I offer a warm and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. As a Latinx therapist, I bring cultural awareness and sensitivity to my work, understanding the complex experiences of students from immigrant, Latinx, and underserved communities. I use evidence-based and culturally responsive approaches, like CBT, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care, to help students develop coping strategies, build confidence, and thrive both personally and academically. My goal is to collaborate with you so you feel supported, empowered, and ready to succeed on your own terms.

Hi, I’m Akeera Peterkin (she/her). My clients describe me as genuine, compassionate, and personable. I see therapy as an allyship—walking alongside you through challenges while making sure you feel heard, respected, and supported. I specialize in working with trauma, identity, and life stressors, holding space for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, TGNC, students, creatives, and others navigating adversity. My approach is inclusive, affirming, and tailored to your goals, blending evidence-based practices with a culturally sensitive lens. At Amani Nia Therapeutic Services, my goal is to help you feel safe, explore who you are, and build the tools you need to thrive. Whether you’re working through inner conflicts or external challenges, you don’t have to do it alone—I’m here to support you.

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At Fire Island Pines Psychotherapy, we know the difference that truly affirming care makes. We strive to cultivate a feeling of true inclusivity and community. Our team of licensed mental health professionals takes pride in making therapy accessible and affordable to everyone, working to break down barriers to treatment with sliding scale fees, anti-discriminatory practices, and our identity-affirming frameworks. We proudly welcome people of every ability, age, gender, national origin, race/ethnicity, religious affiliation, and sexual orientation.

The Counseling and Mental Health Professions Clinic assists individuals, couples, and families as they explore and solve problems in a confidential, safe environment. It is our mission to provide high-quality, affordable services to the community in a warm, safe, and professional environment. The CMHP Clinic is composed of multiple programs in counseling: Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Rehabilitation Counseling, and Creative Arts Therapy Counseling. The CMHP Clinic provides the following services to residents of Long Island and the surrounding areas: Individual, couple, and family therapy Community education seminars Group therapy to individuals, couples, and families Speakers for schools, hospitals, and agencies All clinical services are provided under direct supervision of an approved supervisor and experienced faculty.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with six years of experience providing psychotherapy. I came to the field a bit later in life after exploring other pursuits as a young person in New York City, and I love this work. I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, struggles with identity, and life transitions. I love working with young people who are navigating adulthood and experiencing many "firsts". I believe in the importance of the clinical relationship and utilize a relational approach. I will meet you with empathy and curiosity. It’s important to me to help you identify ways to cope, to resolve intense symptoms, and to go beyond the mind by working with the body.

If you are located in NY and RI, I can provide you year-round teletherapy when you are at away at college and at home, as I am licensed in both states. I have worked for 7 years at a college counseling center, and so I know first-hand the many barriers to seeking help at your college's counseling center, and reasons why a college counseling center may not have been the right fit or positive experience for you. I am passionate about removing barriers to care, and providing you with the help and support you need while away at college, and home on breaks. I am a seasoned, experienced therapist, dedicated to helping my clients feel joy, hope, worthiness, and fulfillment. College can be a really difficult time and I am here to support you. My current clients see me as someone who is caring, calm, empathic, and goes the extra mile. I work hard to create a safe, trusting space where you can share freely. I am very experienced in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, trauma from a sexual assault or relationships violence, processing trauma from childhood, and current family boundary struggles, homesickness, feeling like your college is not the right fit, struggling to find your major/passion/career path, struggling around your sexuality or gender identity-or struggling with the many ways society/family makes it difficult to live out your authentic life, roommate struggles, struggles around making big life decisions during college, feeling like the "only" at your college related to race, or gender identity, sexuality or ethnicity or nationality, feeling lonely in college, and many more struggles that can make college challenging, and not what you hoped for or expected. These are just some of the struggles you might be experiencing in college, and I can help. I have a virtual-only practice. Even through the computer screen my clients report feeling that I am a warm, attentive, invested therapist. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you with whatever you are going through. You don’t have to go through this alone. Please know there is hope and healing in your future. You deserve care and help.

Welcome! Today is a really big day for you. You have made a decision to make a change in your life for the better. You are to be congratulated and supported for this. I bet it wasn't easy getting here. Making these changes can get very complicated along the way. Are you ready to take the necessary steps to be the change you are looking for? Do you want to exceed your own expectations in your life? Are you focused, humble and willing to consider the thoughtful input of others in order to achieve your goals? If your answer is "yes" to these questions - then let's begin! One thing to consider... nothing changes if nothing changes. The way we live our lives is completely based on the way we perceive it. This statement is the bedrock foundation of my counseling practice. With each area of assistance I offer, the rewards of mindfulness, empowerment and ultimately self-realization are the goals to be pursued. Everything we do in our life IS a choice. We can choose to be empowered or not.

Do you struggle with often thinking about the worst case scenario? Does it affect your ability to sleep, function at work, and enjoy certain activities? Do you feel overwhelmed by things that you constantly have to do, resulting in feeling stuck and unable to take any action? Do you wonder if you’ll ever be able to live a life that is free of anxiety? People are feeling anxious on a regular basis now more than ever. However, life does not have to stay like this. Therapy can help you conquer tasks by learning coping skills to manage these day-to-day stressors. In my practice, I use a combination of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques to help you manage these daily stressors. You will learn realistic coping skills to then conquer that feeling of being stuck. I also emphasize the importance of the mind/body connection.

I understand that life can be challenging, and I am here to guide you through those difficult times. My comprehensive psychiatric services are designed to equip you with the tools that you need to overcome obstacles and thrive. In this space, young adults can find solace and understanding during tough transitional phases. I offer a safe haven where individuals can freely express their concerns without judgment. This nurturing atmosphere is essential for those navigating the complexities of early adulthood.

My practice takes the approach of working with clients through a genuine, real-life, human-to-human interaction. I have experience working with people of all ages who are struggling with behavioral or mental health concerns. If you or a member of your family are struggling with emotional challenges (such as anxiety or depression) or behavioral concerns, contact me with any questions you may have about the services I can provide for you I applaud you for seeking out help and implore you to take the next step: make an appointment to get the support you or your family deserves. Whether you choose to work with me or another therapist, I genuinely hope you follow through. If you have questions about getting started, I'm happy to spend the time with you until you have a confident understanding. My personal approach is simple: Work collaboratively to provide professional expertise while being authentic and creating a comfortable environment for you or your family to progress. I will move at your pace to go the extra mile together. I will utilize the most updated research-based approaches while ensuring that the sessions are authentic and relaxed

You’ve been surviving, but now it’s time to start thriving. If you’ve been feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of who you’re becoming, you’re in the right place. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process what’s been weighing on you and begin to navigate life’s challenges with compassion and care. I specialize in helping college students and young adults work through depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and life transitions. Together, we’ll focus on building self-awareness, confidence, and practical coping skills to support your emotional well-being and overall growth. My approach integrates person-centered, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and solution-focused techniques, tailored to your unique needs and goals. Whether you’re adjusting to college life, managing stress, or exploring your identity, therapy can help you move toward greater balance, clarity, and fulfillment.

​I am a licensed clinical social worker with experiences in psychotherapy. I am fluent in English and Mandarin to provide culturally competent mental health service. I earned clinical trainings in working with clients in relationship issues, life transitions, self-esteem, chronic medical conditions, cross-cultural issues, trauma events, employment, grief and loss. As an Asian American psychotherapist, I naturally connect with immigration and acculturation issues that clients experience. And as a parent, I understand the challenge of modern parenting and can provide professional advices. Each therapeutic relationship is unique. I am warm and respectful to each person I treat. I provide a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive, confidential, and supportive environment. My theoretical orientation is a combination of psychodynamic, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, multi-systemic, and solution-focused interventions. I aim concentration in these therapy approaches, Attachment-Focused EMDR (Eye movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Mindfulness-Based Clinical Practice Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Humanistic Psychology Self-Compassion Psychotherapy My clinical experiences emphasized on "Person in Environment" and "Psychobiological Perspective". Throughout the treatment, I continue to assess the needs of clients, adjust interventions for better result, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments. I believe that psychotherapy is a collaborative effort and that change is possible. I do my best to work with you in the process of healing and growth. I help you discover various aspect of yourselves, look into issues from new perspectives, increase self-awareness and your confidence to self-help. More in depth in therapy, you will gain more insight to patterns in current relationships informed by early ones, identify barriers to well-being, and understand negative thinkings that impacted on your mood, relationships, and work/academic performances.

Our team offers a safe and supportive environment to help you thrive. We offer a range of services including individual, couples, and family therapy, psychoeducational testing, and parent coaching. Our dedicated team works with adults, children, adolescents, and families both in-person at our Mamaroneck, NY (Westchester), and Beacon, NY (Hudson Valley) locations as well as online (NY, NJ, CT, and FL). Our practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, welcoming of neurodiversity, and committed to social justice.

Evolutionary Holistic Healing infuses mind-body practices into the therapeutic process to help clients explore healing beyond traditional psychotherapeutic talk-therapy. Our mission is to emphasize the importance of integrating psychotherapy with movement, music, aromatherapy, artworks, nature, and breath work to establish equilibrium; therein, inviting the body to join the mind in its establishment of therapeutic attunement. We view each person as a whole being made up of many parts working in concert with one another to fully embrace the evolutionary progression of healing. We believe that a person is not defined by their condition; but rather, that individuals can achieve good health by strengthening their emotional, physical, social and mental wellness. We strive to mindfully stand in the entire experience of being human. It is then we can whole-heartedly step into the power of self-awareness, self-empowerment, and self-love.

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