Therapists for college students near University of Richmond

Counseling is about working toward desired changes in ourselves and/or our lives. What I try to do best is help people figure out what changes they hope for and start working toward those. Some people want to experience more peace when things are stressful. Others want to feel confident when change is happening. Whatever it may be, feel free to reach out and we can begin to have conversations that will hopefully move you in a direction that you are satisfied with.

I’m a queer therapist who shows up with warmth, authenticity, and deep respect for your lived experience. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ young adults who are navigating identity, relationships, anxiety, depression, and the impacts of trauma. If you feel like you’ve been stuck in place for months (or years), it’s easy to start believing your brain is just "broken." If you’re exhausted from traditional talk therapy that feels like running in circles, or if you're tired of having to explain your queer identity to a therapist before you can even get to the real work—you are in the right place.

My core values are faith, family, social and economic justice. My worldview is quite simple. You see, I believe that everyone has a right to be in a good place mentally physically and spiritually. I find that I have evolved into a change agent - which is a natural profession for a social worker. The same steps that I have taken to secure my life, mentally physically and emotionally, are the very same steps I am willing to assist my patients/clients in taking. My specialties lie in my abilities to move a person or a family from a place of dysfunction to functionality. I strive to improve the quality of life those whom I counsel. My theoretical framework a solution focused, interwoven with resiliency theory, using a strength-based approach. I am just a chat away if you need me – 'how may I help you?"

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) helping adults ages 18 to 65+. With experience in residential (RTC) and therapeutic approaches, my specialties include guiding patients through struggles with severe substance abuse, process addictions, personality disorders, and severe mental health issues, as well as depression, anxiety, life transitions, suicidal ideations, and finding purpose in life. Through an open-minded, person-centered, and challenging approach tailored to your unique needs and goals, I empower you to live a value-oriented life, learn more about yourself, and face life challenges head on. In every session, I aim to challenge you in your thinking by being honest with yourself and seeing things from a different perspective. I believe in every person's potential for change and growth. That’s why I assure you of a safe, nonjudgmental and uplifting environment where you are both challenged and supported to aid in acceptance and realize lasting growth. Together, we achieve this through a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to obtain your goals, build insight, and possess tangible skills. A lifelong interest in psychology led me to the path to becoming a therapist. This passion became my calling in life, while my life experiences put me right where I belong working in this profession. Outside the office, I enjoy traveling, exploring the DMV with friends, and recreational sports leagues. In fact, in a not-too-distant part of my life, I was an MMA and Muay Thai fighter, having spent the past 4 years fighting competitively along with 3 years boxing in my undergraduate years.

The people who tend to find their way to me are usually carrying more than they let on. They’re smart, self-aware enough to know something isn’t working. They’re tired of overthinking, people-pleasing, feeling like they’re watching their own life from a slight distance. Sound familiar? I’ve been doing this work for over fifteen years, but honestly the reason I’m a therapist goes back way further than that. I was the kid who noticed when people were struggling. The one who wanted to understand what was actually going on beneath the surface. That never went away. I’m a parent. I play music. I read fiction and think about it too much. I’m not a blank wall you talk at; I’m a real person, and I bring that into the room with me. If something here feels right, trust that. A free consultation costs you nothing but fifteen minutes, and you’ll know pretty quickly whether it’s a fit. No commute. No waiting room. Just show up as you are.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Feeling overwhelmed by the financial burden of higher education? Unsure if the career path you would love is the financially viable choice? Do you find yourself consumed by doubt, worry, and guilt? Reach out today, I would love to help. I believe education, career fulfillment, and financial health are inextricable linked to mental health and wellbeing. I recognize the financial realities today's students and young adults face is challenging, with student debt, inflation and rising gas prices. As we work together I will honor and recognize you're right to your feelings, and that no feeling is wrong or invalid. My approach is supportive and collaborative, and often combines financial coaching, with Somatic and Expressive Arts techniques, to priority plan, to ease stress and anxiety felt within the body, and to allow you to find the answers that lie within. I will also support you in identifying outer resources available to you. If you feel ready to make this change, reach out today, I would love to support you on your journey towards wellbeing and fulfillment.

Hi, I'm Simran, and I work with college students and young adults who are navigating the challenges that come with this stage of life. College can bring a lot of change, pressure, and uncertainty, and sometimes it helps to have a space where you can talk openly and feel supported. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, overthinking, relationship concerns, stress, self-esteem, life transitions, or feeling stuck, therapy can help you better understand yourself and develop tools to handle life's challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and where we can work together toward your goals. You don't need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. If you're looking for support, insight, or a place to process what you're going through, I'd be happy to work with you.

Cassie McCarthy's therapy practice is tailored to help individuals, especially college students, navigate and overcome the challenges of anxiety or living through traumatic/painful events in their past. She also has a specialized expertise in helping survivors of sexual trauma overcome the unique effects of sexual & relationship violence. Cassie leverages science-backed approaches, and focuses on teaching practical skills and techniques to effect lasting change. Her approach is results-oriented, utilizing homework, worksheets, and real-time progress tracking to ensure therapy is tailored to each individual's needs. This practice is ideal for college students looking to take control of their mental health and wellbeing, offering tools and support to move beyond their past and thrive in their personal and academic lives. She uses Evidence-Based therapy approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help clients meet their goals. For a free phone consultation, visit www.CassieMcCarthy.com or call 978-403-6400

As a Resident in Counseling, I help children, adolescents, and adults navigate emotional challenges, strengthen relationships, and improve their overall well-being, with particular focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. No matter what you’re facing, I meet you with empathy, authenticity, and respect, which helps me be a trusted, collaborative partner throughout the healing process. I look forward to supporting you with compassionate, person-centered, and evidence-based counseling as you build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and work toward a more fulfilling and balanced life in our work together. I'm passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel empowered to heal and grow. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, goals, and life experiences to ensure you always feel heard, respected, and understood. Treatment may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and more to help you develop effective coping skills, gain insight, and create meaningful, lasting change. My path to becoming a therapist began with a deep interest in understanding how life's experiences shape emotional well-being and resilience. Through my education, clinical training, and work with diverse patients, this passion grew into a commitment to helping others navigate life's challenges with confidence and hope. Now, I remain committed to providing compassionate, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care. I bring empathy, curiosity, and a collaborative approach to each session, striving to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy staying active through Pilates, expressing my creativity through arts and crafts, and trying new experiences that broaden my perspective. Spending quality time with my loved ones and traveling to explore different cultures, traditions, and ways of life are important to me as well. These experiences help me stay grounded, curious, and connected, and they continue to shape the empathy and openness I bring to my work with patients.

Adulting: it's not as easy as it seems, is it? With newfound freedoms come a host of responsibilities and pressures that can feel overwhelming. Navigating the complexities of romantic relationships, identifying career and educational goals, finding that elusive work-life balance, and managing family dynamics is a delicate juggling act that can quickly become too much to handle alone. If you've found yourself trapped in patterns of bottling things up until you feel like you might explode, isolation, restless nights, doom scrolling, irritability, or impulsive shopping, these could be signs that you're struggling to cope with the demands of this life stage. So how can I help? I'm here to offer an inclusive, safe space to explore and embrace your true self. I'll equip you with the tools to: - Build unshakable self-confidence and a positive self-image - Develop healthy coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, and big emotions -Create meaningful connections and strengthen communication skills -Overcome harmful patterns of self sabotage that keep you from moving forward -Discover your true passions, values, and purpose Life doesn't have to be a constant uphill battle. With compassionate support and the right strategies, you can learn to grow and thrive. Start your therapy journey today and I'll be here to walk with you every step of the way. You've got this!

Freedom from emotional hijack is found in noticing, naming, and knowing. This can be the gift of psychotherapy. Congratulations on looking for a therapist and trying to figure out what will be best for you! It can seem like it requires endurance, when all you’re trying to do is get your mental health needs met. The good news is there are lots and lots of great therapy practices! And a practice or a therapist that’s a great fit for one person, doesn’t mean that it is for you! All that matters is what works for you. Whether you feel nervous, doubtful, unsure, excited, and/or anything else, let’s chat, when/if you’re ready. Just because we talk, doesn’t mean you have to start therapy!

If you feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed or stuck, if you are frustrated by your family or relationships, or are worn out by disordered eating, my practice may be a good fit for you. My therapy style is collaborative, warm, and nonjudgmental, with room for humor. Together, we will work to improve your symptoms, gain a deeper understanding of your concerns and bring about lasting change. As a former clinician at George Washington University and the University of the District of Columbia, I have extensive experience with students, emerging adults and others navigating life transitions. With experience in global recruitment for the international development industry, I work well with clients who are working to establish or move up within their professional careers, struggle with work/life balance, or are considering a career change. My practice is open and affirming. I welcome clients of all sexualities, gender identities, ethnicities and national origins. My office is conveniently located on Farragut Square, directly above the Farragut West Metro stop (blue/orange/silver), across from Farragut North (Red Line) and walking distance to GWU. I also offer sessions via telehealth/video.

I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals who are seeking healing and change. Anxiety, panic, depression, conflict, stress and overwhelm, impact of transitions, OCD, and communication challenges are all areas where I can be most effective working with my patients. My specialty is TEAM-CBT, a form of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). I find that using this approach with my clients makes it possible to reach their desired outcome rapidly and effectively and empowers them with methods they can apply to maintain their progress moving forward. Embarking on a journey of self-exploration and self-improvement through the process of therapy is a profound experience. I am honored to have an opportunity to work together with you to help you meet your personal goals for change.

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Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Are you snapping at others and struggling to find space to breathe? It’s normal to feel like you’re drowning when you have so many moving pieces in life. Life is constantly throwing stressors at us and maybe you find yourself seeking a new approach. Many of my clients are people struggling with stress and anxiety resulting from never-ending changes. I have extensive experience working with young adults and people who are seeking therapy for the first time. As a therapist, I am straight forward in my approach; I will stay with you on your journey toward the answers by creating a safe, non-judgmental space. I’ve been described by former clients as “genuine, decisive, and easy to connect with.” I will help you find peace amongst the chaos, prioritize your wellness, and grow closer to your full potential. Reaching out for help is the first, and often the most difficult part of your path toward healing. Only you can do inner work, but there’s absolutely no reason you should do it alone. Together, we will figure out your next steps. Contact me for a consultation. I'm ready when you are!

I work with folks to navigate challenges with life transitions, self-image, relationships, anxiety, stress management, trauma, grief, perfectionism, and burnout.

Therapy is a unique experience and I believe that we as humans are most balanced when we feel safe and understood, non-judgmentally. As a bilingual therapist (English and Spanish), I strive to ensure that clients are provided the space to effectively express themselves in a way that makes sense to them. I have years of experience working with college students like you who may be feeling overwhelmed with the load of academics, expectations, and also trying to maintain a social life and practice self-care. Sometimes, just having a neutral person to talk to is all you need. My approach to therapy is prioritizing your needs and personalizing sessions to reflect that. Specifically, the therapeutic styles that I utilize are Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that therapy is done at your pace. Ultimately, therapy is about recognizing that your mental health matters (just as much as physical health) and valuing the process to get there.

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Equip is the leading evidence-based virtual eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder has access to treatment that works. Built by clinical experts in the eating disorder field and those who have experienced eating disorders firsthand, Equip fills the gaps in today’s insufficient eating disorder landscape. We provide fully virtual, evidence-based treatment through a multidisciplinary care team (which includes a medical provider, therapist, dietitian, and trained mentors), allowing each patient to achieve full recovery without disrupting their life. We treat patients of all ages and diagnoses in all 50 states, and we accept most insurance plans.

Welcome. I'm Andrea Jackson, LICSW, LCSW, PMH-C, a virtual therapist supporting college students and young adults across New York, Washington, DC, Virginia, Vermont, and Utah. The college years and early stages of adulthood can be exciting, but they can also bring stress, anxiety, self-doubt, loneliness, relationship challenges, academic pressure, and uncertainty about the future. You may feel overwhelmed by expectations, struggle with perfectionism, or find yourself questioning who you are and where you're headed. Therapy can provide a space to slow down, reflect, and develop tools to navigate these challenges with greater confidence. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll explore what is contributing to your distress, build practical coping strategies, strengthen self-awareness, and identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck. I draw from evidence-based approaches to help clients manage anxiety, process difficult experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change. As a Black woman therapist and first-generation college graduate, I understand some of the unique challenges that can arise when balancing academic goals, family expectations, cultural identity, and personal growth. I strive to provide culturally responsive, affirming care where you feel respected, supported, and able to show up as your authentic self. Whether you're adjusting to college, preparing for graduation, navigating a career transition, managing a difficult relationship, coping with grief, or simply trying to find your footing, you don't have to figure it all out alone. I would be honored to support you in building a life that feels more balanced, connected, and aligned with your values.