Therapists for college students near New York University

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working in a private practice setting. I received my doctorate in clinical psychology from the State University of New York at Albany and completed an APA approved internship at the Medical University of South Carolina. My training emphasized a CBT orientation to treating psychological disorders. After completing my education, I was a member of the doctoral faculty in clinical psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University for almost 30 years before electing to go into private practice full time in July 2020. My experience working at a university as both a professor and program director, has helped me understand the difficulties that students face. Moreover, it has given me insider knowledge about how students can most effectively navigate the challenges that college poses and effectively advocate for themselves with their course instructors. Recently, a colleague and I formed a CBT-based private practice focused on adolescents, young adults and adults. My areas of specialization include OCD, panic and other anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, substance abuse, and body-focused repetitive behaviors (e.g. hair pulling). I conduct a comprehensive evaluation and provide all the treatment directly. Treatment is tailored to the individual needs of the client, but it typically involves a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I am committed to providing the best treatment available to my clients, which may involve (at their request) a referral for psychiatric consultation, inclusion of family members, and home visits. Please visit my website at http://cbtspecialistsnj.com for more information about me and the problems I treat.

I've specialized in helping college students through tough times for almost two decades. Through a warm, down-to-earth, collaborative approach I'll partner with you to achieve your goals for change and find peace with the way life is. By using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a focus on mindfulness and your unique strengths, I can help you understand and change unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviors. My specialty areas include managing anxiety, coping with stress around relationships, family, work, life and world transitions, improving self esteem and living with ADHD. Through our work you'll develop a better awareness of who you are, what you want and how to get it. I'll help you discover and feel confident in yourself, and figure out how to live the life you desire. Together we'll identify problem areas or places where you feel stuck and find new ways of responding to create more enjoyable, fulfilling outcomes. Change is always possible, even when problems feel insurmountable. Making an appointment for therapy is often a brave first step in the healing and growth process. I offer a free, initial phone consultation to see if we'd be a good fit. Any time you're are ready to chat, I'd love to hear from you.

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Hey there! My name is John Cho. I use he/they pronouns. I am a queer Korean-American therapist NJ and NY licensed psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, educator, and consultant who has over a decade of experience. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ people across different intersections of identity and BIPOC clients. My clinical approaches are informed by an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed framework guided by CBT and Emotional-Focused Therapy theoretical orientations. I can work with individuals and couples who are struggling with various issues, including but not limited to: exploring and navigating issues surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity, mood disorders including depression and anxiety, dealing with life transitions, issues surrounding racism, oppression, and identity exploration, substance use, body image issues and recovery from eating disorders.

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

I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and school/college related issues, such as relationships, self image/concept, academics, and life transitions. I use a culturally informed, client-centered perspective when working with people to honor the way in which individuals' unique experiences have shaped them. I aim to provide a safe and genuine environment, where thoughts and concerns can be discussed confidentially. My experience as a school counselor has instilled my passion for helping students and families navigate the many challenges that are faced in and outside of the school setting. I partner with families, schools, healthcare providers, and other community resources to make informed treatment plan decisions and goals. As an advocate for holistic healing and growing, I also offer a yoga teaching informed perspective to support the mind and body connection in the counseling process. This is particularly useful when stress is an issue. Counseling can offer ideas and skills for working through everyday challenges in a more strategic way.

Over twenty years experience helping adults, and students of all ages overcome obstacles to greater happiness and success. I bring out and support the special qualities of each and every person at their own level, and provide support, insight, understanding and practical solution focused guidance and assistance. I'm a great listener and easy to to talk to! Professional but not intimidating; easy-going, compassionate and understanding; I make counseling-therapy engaging, pleasant, a helpful experience, and provide strategies, tools, insight and advice for you to self-improve and feel relief. Don't wait. Call me! Warm, thoughtful, objective professional counseling, assessment, psychotherapy and consulting services. New! Offering virtual reality and biofeedback modalities as adjunct to treatment for phobias, anxiety, trauma, OCD, addiction, fears. (Additional VR / Biofeedback fees apply). If seasoned professional input regarding your academic, school, career, relationship, or personal progress could be of benefit, please book with the link below or call me at (516) 774-4995 to discuss how I can help. www.tinyurl.com/SchaflerCounseling Call for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 774-4995

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You're entering or exiting college, and life feels like a maze; relationships, family, identity, academics, career... it can be a lot. Maybe you find yourself feeling stuck, overthinking everything, or wondering why you feel disconnected in your relationships. You are not alone. I help young adults drop self-limiting beleifs and find a sense of empowerment in their true selves. Whatever you are struggling with, I offer a space to explore unwanted patterns with curiosity (some humor) and no judgment. I believe the client-therapist relationship is the most important component in healing and I strive to be transparent and affirming. Together we can explore how your past is affecting the way you show up in the world now. We will practice tools, strengthen your self-understanding and create trust in your mind and body. As a creative arts therapist of 9 years, I am trained in traditional talk therapy and evidence based art therapy. It is your choice each session to decide which we use to explore your goals. Change can feel scary, and at the same time, often leads to fulfillment. I invite you to reach out so we chat about what you would like to see improve in your life.

Alanna Stark is a Mental Health Counselor who calls on her experience as an educator to truly connect with her clients, maximize their current potential, and achieve future goals. She has a gentle and empathic approach and is passionate about helping others work through obstacles in their personal, social, and professional lives. Her particular interests include helping clients with issues related to anxiety, life transitions, improving interpersonal relationships, depression, self-esteem, and ADHD. Every individual is unique and has different needs. It is my job to tailor my approach to you. My approach to therapy is collaborative, where we will explore current difficulties, personal beliefs, and values. Together we will find ways to help you cope, and uncover the connection between past and present experiences. Should we decide to work together, I will give you my full attention, a safe place to express yourself, and my knowledge and experience to give you as much support as I can. I may offer you a different perspective, I may challenge you in a supportive way, and I may suggest various coping strategies so that you can start to make the changes that you want. I understand the difficulty of deeply understanding and facing thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. As your therapist, I will support you and be authentic with you. If you need someone to help you with your journey, I encourage you to reach out. It would be my pleasure to work with you.

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The clients I work best with are young adults who are navigating complex relationship and intimacy challenges, struggling with self-esteem, or experiencing anxiety and depression. Often, these individuals are seeking a safe space to better understand themselves, heal from past hurts, and build stronger, healthier connections with others. My ideal clients are looking for guidance in managing overwhelming emotions, improving their mental health, and gaining the tools they need to navigate relationships and life transitions. Many have faced feelings of isolation, low self-worth, or uncertainty in their personal lives and are ready to explore solutions that can help them grow and thrive. If you’ve been feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected in your relationships or struggle to find confidence within yourself, we may be a good fit. I aim to create a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where you can express yourself openly, explore your experiences, and work towards meaningful change.

So many young adults are struggling to adjust to new experiences like going to college and moving out. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed just thinking about living on your own and wondering how your friends are so easily moving out of their parents’ home. College sounds like a logical next step and you’re wondering how to make the leap. The idea of landing a job may seem scary and intimidating. Relationships with friends and partners may also be changing, leaving you lonely and uncertain. This can all result in your friends moving on with their lives and you feeling left behind. Trying to leave the comfort and security of the nest can be harder if you are battling old habits you have never looked at or believed you could change. Qualities like trying to be perfect, avoiding tough issues, putting things off and a lack of self-confidence can all add to the struggle of becoming more independent. Many young adults also suffer from severe anxiety, depression or past trauma. When we add in that life skills may not be your strong suit and you may depend on your parents more than other young adults your age do, you have the perfect recipe for failure to launch. Just recognizing what is happening is such a positive first step! Individual therapy is a great place to start for anyone struggling with failure to launch. One of my favorite things to help clients uncover is their spark; the thing in life you feel most passionate about! Let’s get you motivated and doing things you excel at. Learning healthier ways to cope, ditching old habits and feeling better about yourself will get you on track to creating a fun, happy and fulfilling life. Ready to start your journey toward “launching” your life? Then let’s chat! Reach out for your free 15 minute phone consultation. We can check in, I can see how you’re doing and answer your questions.

The clients I work best with are those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions and are looking for creative ways to express themselves. Many struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or past experiences that feel difficult to put into words. They often have a hard time adjusting to new experiences, managing relationship challenges, or coping with the stress of school and balancing responsibilities. My approach provides a supportive space to explore these feelings, helping clients build self-awareness, resilience, and confidence in their ability to navigate life’s challenges.

I am a graduate of Columbia University and have been practicing social work for 20 years. My specialty is goal directed talk therapy using a variety of tools that include CBT, calming and relaxation techniques, emotional regulation and mindfulness. I endeavor to create a safe place where clients can find the words that will move them toward healing. I accept a variety of insurances

Are you someone who feels overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges and want a safe space to be heard? You may be struggling with self-esteem, managing emotions, or navigating life transitions. My goal is to help you build coping skills, gain clarity, and feel more confident in yourself. Above all, I want to support you in creating meaningful changes so you can feel balanced, connected, and resilient in daily life. I help people who feel stressed, stuck, or overwhelmed find healthier ways to cope and move forward. Together, we’ll build tools that fit your life—whether that’s easing anxiety, improving self-esteem, or navigating life changes—so you can feel more confident, balanced, and supported. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to do it alone. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can share your story, feel understood, and work at your own pace. If you’re ready to start your journey, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Master-level CASAC, Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). With over 10 years of experience working in higher education and 7 years teaching counseling courses, I understand the unique challenges students face and use that insight to enhance my work as a therapist. I provide a supportive and authentic space to address anxiety, trauma, substance use, life transitions, and identity exploration. My approach is person-centered and integrates tools from Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and emotion-focused techniques—always tailored to your needs. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to carry them alone. In therapy with me, you’ll find compassion, clarity, and guidance to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.

I work from a trauma-informed perspective, and the foundation of my work is grounded in talk therapy, CBT, and ACT. I offer holistic and complementary interventions that will support your overall well-being. Our work can be supported by incorporating somatic practices, when appropriate for you. Our relationship is central to this work and I hold a safe, non-judgmental, and present-moment space for you. I encourage you to let your guard down, and speak from your most authentic self, and I will do the same, so we can truly connect. My main areas of focus are in personal growth and optimal well-being, spirituality in terms of your search to answer those deeper, more meaningful questions in life, and helping you heal from relational wounds such as childhood neglect, psychological abuse, attachment wounds, and relationship conflict. I believe that anxiety, depression, self-criticism, stress, and some physical symptoms are the result of negative relationship experiences. The stories from our past can color our present moment in ways that no longer serve us. In our work together, I will support you as you learn to build trust in yourself, and in others. I know there is a brighter future for you, one that nourishes your soul and where peace comes naturally. I want to help you find it!

Hi, my name is Vanessa Cañedo. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 31 years of experience in the mental health field. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. My approach is relational, creatively working towards a unique client-therapist relationship. I work with those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self-esteem and trauma. My commitment to you is to provide a personalized service that is tailored to your needs.

Have you been feeling lost or stuck? Feeling disconnected with yourself? Or feeling alone in the challenges you are facing? I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with what they have; that we are shaped by the tools we have adopted or have learned throughout our lives. However, these tools aren’t always enough, or don’t serve us in the ways we truly need. Many of our emotional challenges or struggles come from pieces of ourselves that are hurt or misunderstood. While these experiences can feel isolating, this is not a journey you have to approach alone. I work with clients to help them explore their identities, develop self-compassion, process trauma, and learn more effective ways to identify and manage their emotions. Through a mix of counseling modalities, we will work together to help you heal and feel better equipped to handle both current challenges and those you may face in the future. As someone who's been on the "other side of the couch", I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating; not knowing if things are going to "get better" can be scary. However, therapy is not always about just moving forward, but rather sometimes visiting the past or sitting in the present so that you can grow and feel more prepared for the future.