Therapists for college students near UCLA

Hi, I’m Debbie, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, now welcoming new clients for telehealth visits. I offer a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where we can work together to understand your needs and help you feel your best—all from the comfort of your home. During our sessions, I take time to explore areas such as mood, anxiety, sleep, focus, trauma, and substance use, so we can create a personalized plan that works for you. I provide brief psychotherapy using supportive therapy, CBT-informed techniques, and motivational interviewing.

I work especially well with ambitious women and students who are used to being the “high-functioning” one: the person others rely on, who keeps achieving even when they feel overwhelmed inside. I’m particularly passionate about supporting women in STEM, medicine, law, and other male-dominated fields, where the pressure to prove yourself can make it hard to slow down or ask for support. Over the past decade, I’ve helped clients navigate anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and the feeling that they always need to do more. You might be dealing with overthinking, people-pleasing, self-criticism, or the sense that you’re falling behind despite everything you’ve accomplished. Students also come to me with relationship stress, family expectations, identity questions, and uncertainty about what comes next. I bring a feminist lens to therapy, which means we can look at both your personal patterns and the expectations placed on you. My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative, with enough challenge to help you make meaningful changes. Together, we’ll make space to understand what you need and build a life that supports your well-being alongside your ambition.

I work best with young adults and athletes who are used to putting a lot of pressure on themselves. You may struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, low confidence, or the feeling that no matter how much you accomplish, it never feels like enough. Many of my clients are balancing academic, athletic, career, or personal expectations while trying to figure out who they are and what they want for their future. Whether you're navigating performance pressure, relationship challenges, life transitions, or feeling stuck in patterns of overthinking, therapy can help you build a healthier relationship with yourself. My approach is warm, collaborative, and structured, helping you develop practical tools to manage stress, strengthen self-confidence, and feel more grounded in your daily life. I believe growth happens when we learn to be both compassionate and honest with ourselves. Together, we'll create a space where you can better understand your experiences, build resilience, and move toward the life you want with greater confidence and clarity.

I work with college students, athletes, and young adults who seem to be doing well on the outside but feel overwhelmed on the inside. You might be navigating anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, self-doubt, or the pressure to keep performing at a high level. As a former Division I athlete with experience in the corporate world, I understand how easy it is to push through stress and tie your worth to what you achieve. My clients often come in feeling stuck in overthinking, afraid of failure, or unsure how to slow down. We can also make space for relationship challenges, identity questions, and uncertainty about what comes next. I’m warm, active, and collaborative in sessions. Together, we’ll understand the patterns keeping you stuck and build skills you can use in daily life. My goal is for you to leave sessions with clear takeaways, greater confidence, and a stronger connection to what matters to you.

Courtney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who helps adults feel more like themselves again. She has worked across a wide range of settings, from supporting older adults living with serious mental illness to leading art based groups with younger clients, and she draws on all of it. Her style is integrative and rooted in person centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. She connects most with people carrying the weight of trauma. Much of her work uses somatic and mindfulness based tools that help clients reconnect mind and body and rebuild a sense of control over their lives. Courtney treats you as the expert on your own story and sees her role as walking beside you rather than handing over answers. Most people who reach out are looking for steadiness, a little creativity, and a path back to peace and purpose. Courtney sees clients through WellQor, which offers online therapy across California. To get started, fill out the Get Started form on the WellQor website. A member of the front office team will then text you with next steps and help you find a time to meet, so the first step stays simple and there is no pressure to have everything figured out before you reach out.

Hi! I'm Sara, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and New Mexico with 23 years of experience. I was drawn to this work by growing up on the Navajo Reservation, where I saw so many people struggling with their mental health and not enough resources to help them. I set out on a career path that would bring relief to my community and to every client I meet. I believe therapy can be a gift for both the client and the therapist. I truly enjoy this work, and I find a lot of meaning in hearing my clients' stories and being a witness to the positive change that can happen along the way. As you begin this journey, you'll have the chance to explore and build a stronger connection with yourself. We will work together to find answers to the problems you're facing and put what we learn into practice in ways that genuinely help. I won't claim to have all the answers, but I am very good at helping you find them. If you're feeling stressed, confused, or frustrated, come talk it out with me. I would love to get to know you. I work with WellQor, which provides online therapy in California and New Mexico. To get started, visit the WellQor website and fill out the Get Started form. A patient liaison will then text you with next steps and help schedule your first session. Looking forward to meeting you!

Young adulthood can feel like a collision of expectations, identity shifts, relationship changes, and questions about who you’re becoming. You may be navigating sexuality, faith, family roles, loneliness or the pressure to “get it right,” all while trying to build a life that feels authentic and grounded. Sometimes being a young adult feels like simple “survival.” When identities, transitions, pressures and confusion stack up, we feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. Paralyzing, pressured, performance-focused. Relationships can strained or feel shallow. Loneliness becomes painful. Shame, confusion, or self doubt can creep in. You might feel caught between the person you’ve been and the person you’re trying to grow into — without a clear roadmap. I’m a therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting young adults through the complexities of identity, relationships, and major life transitions. My work is grounded in expertise in human sexuality, women’s and men’s issues, and a deep commitment to being both LGBTQIA+ affirming and religiously affirming. I sometimes use forgiveness as a therapeutic tool — not to excuse harm, but to help clients release what no longer serves them and reclaim their emotional freedom. I’m trained in a wide range of modern talk therapies, allowing me to tailor treatment to your needs. Whether your concerns are related to sex or sexuality, gender, roles, faith or religion, religious trauma, relationships and finding your grown-up people, loneliness and confusion, bonding, infertility and birth trauma, or navigating new relationships – I have the experience and expertise to be your guide. I am passionate about men’s issues, gender wellbeing and women’s issues, and am a LGBTQIA+ ally. My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive, creating a space where you can explore your story, strengthen or form your adult relationships, and step into the next chapter of your life with clarity and confidence.

Deborah Cho is a native New Yorker of Korean-American descent and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience in therapy and crisis intervention across private practice and community-based programs. She is recognized for her active listening, consistency, and connectedness. Deborah's therapeutic style is interactive, compassionate, and person-centered, with a focus on person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. She is dedicated to helping clients develop healthy coping mechanisms, process their past, and achieve a sense of peace and fulfillment. Outside of her professional work, Deborah enjoys taking on calligraphy projects as a hobby.

Rachel Peterson is a telehealth clinician serving clients in Nevada and California. She specializes in depression, anxiety, and substance use, with additional experience in perinatal mental health and crisis intervention. Rachel builds trust through empathetic and reflective listening, providing a safe space for clients to discuss issues important to them. Her therapeutic approach incorporates cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques, as well as motivational interviewing, empowering clients to reach their own conclusions and embrace self-determination. Rachel is passionate about helping clients identify patterns in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, supporting them in making meaningful changes.

Samantha Walker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She has more than 10 years of expertise working with DSS and court-ordered cases, as well as a strong background in educational settings. Samantha utilizes a variety of theoretical approaches tailored to each client. Connecting with her clients is her top priority, ensuring they feel heard and seen through empathy, honesty, and gentle responses. She fosters trust and rapport by encouraging clients to share their experiences, hobbies, and dislikes. Samantha’s initial approach is to create a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to discuss concerns, goals, and expectations. Beyond her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, staying busy with her three children, and recharging by watching movies, reading, laughing, and exploring creative outlets. She loves animals, especially cats.

Tia Banks is known for establishing trust by creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and respected. She uses active listening, empathy, and collaboration to ensure clients are involved in their treatment process, focusing on open communication to build strong therapeutic relationships. Friends and family have always turned to Tia for support and advice, even before she became a clinician, which helped her realize the importance of connection, listening, and helping people feel understood. Tia’s therapeutic style is warm, relaxed, and client-centered, emphasizing a comfortable environment and practical interventions to support clients in reaching their goals.

At Bee Haven Psychological & Behavioral Health Wellness Inc., we provide compassionate and supportive mental health services designed to meet the unique needs of college students. Whether you are managing academic pressure, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, identity development, or the challenges of adjusting to college life, our team is here to help. We are guided by the values of ethics, compassion, respect, belonging, and integrity. Our goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where every client feels heard, supported, and treated with the dignity they deserve. At Bee Haven, you do not have to navigate college life alone.

Hello! My name is Karen and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with first and second gen college students who experience depression, anxiety, body image concerns, and who have a history of trauma. Maybe you feel a huge sense of responsibility for being the first in your family to go to college. Or maybe you are having a harder time adjusting to the educational and social demands of college than you thought you would. As a first gen college student myself, I've been there. I know firsthand that this is both a time of growth and complex emotions. Whether you're in your first year or just about to graduate, I want to help you process the complexities of college and feel more confident in yourself. I'm happy to talk for a short consultation and answer any questions you may have about therapy. For those with insurance, I am in network with Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carelon, and Cigna. I also have a few sliding scale openings for those with financial hardship. Reach out to me to get started!

Nadia is a Psychological Associate (94029760) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 138059), dedicated to helping children, teens, adults, and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, substance use, relationship concerns, or major life changes. Through compassionate, personalized care, Nadia helps clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, increase confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change. Nadia offers evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s needs, using approaches such as CBT, DBT, play therapy, safety planning, anger management, and social skills development. She provides a warm space where clients can feel heard, supported, and empowered. Nadia has worked in mental health clinics, substance use treatment programs, and community-based services. With extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, addiction, suicidal ideation, emotional regulation, and relationship difficulties.

Bryan Rankin, MA, MA, MA, Registered Psychological Associate (PA#994029081). You don’t have to carry the weight of your past alone. I help adults who feel stuck in cycles of stress, trauma, or relationship struggles find clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of self. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your story, uncover patterns, and move toward healing and growth. I bring a unique background to my work; I hold master’s degrees in human services, Divinity (religion), and Clinical Psychology, and spent over a decade serving as a pastor My foundation is psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy, helping clients understand how early experiences shape current struggles. At the same time, I integrate a variety of evidence-based approaches, including interpersonal, family systems, EFT, solution-focused, and humanistic methods, to tailor treatment to your unique needs. I take a client-centered approach to my work. Whether you’re healing from past hurts, navigating the challenges of parenting, or longing for more nurturing relationships, please know you don’t have to face it alone. I will walk beside you with warmth, compassion, and deep respect for your journey.

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I am a licensed clinical psychologist and bring extensive experience in working with a range of psychological challenges that impact individuals, including trauma, grief, sadness, worry, addiction, anxiety, and depression. My therapeutic approach is rooted in building trust through empathy and fostering a collaborative relationship with each client. Together, we embark on a journey to explore and understand the underlying factors that prompt the decision to seek therapy. I am committed to creating a secure and supportive environment that fosters healing. My approach is warm, authentic, and committed to supporting your well-being. I believe in the power of collaboration and view therapy as a partnership between the client and myself. I integrate evidence-based practices tailed for each individual client. Working together, we identify personalized strategies tailored to your unique needs, fostering resilience and facilitating profound transformation. I prioritize your unique experiences, perspectives, and goals to maximize positive outcomes. You can book with me by emailing me directly.

Students often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by college life, relationships, family expectations, or the pressure to have everything figured out. You may be struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, stress, loneliness, or difficulty adjusting to a new stage of life. At New Beginnings Christian Counseling, we provide a supportive, faith-based space where college students can slow down, understand what they’re experiencing, and develop healthy ways to cope and grow. Whether you’re navigating academic pressure, relationship challenges, questions about your future, or simply trying to feel more confident in who you are, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Our goal is to help you feel more grounded, build healthier relationships, and move forward with greater confidence and purpose.

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Core Therapy was founded in 2020 with a simple belief: quality mental health care should be accessible, compassionate, and designed to meet people where they are. What began as a virtual response to a growing need for mental health support has evolved into a diverse team of compassionate clinicians serving individuals, couples, families, and children throughout California. Our practice is rooted in client-centered, culturally responsive care. We recognize that every person comes to therapy with different experiences, identities, challenges, and goals. Our clinicians work to create a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. As a fully virtual practice, we aim to make connecting with the right therapist easier and more convenient—bringing quality care directly to you, wherever you feel most comfortable. At Core Therapy, our goal goes beyond providing therapy. We strive to reduce barriers, challenge the stigma surrounding mental health, and make therapy feel more human, approachable, and connected.