Therapists for college students near Northeastern University

Many college students have trouble with transitions, executive function challenges (ADHD), homesickness and other issues while at school. I have had experience with college students and can provide a safe and comforting place to explore their challenges whether they be present or past.

You deserve to feel heard, understood, and valued for who you are as an individual! When we feel stuck and misunderstood, challenged by uncomfortable feelings, or we are struggling to navigate life, engaging in therapy allows us to understand what is contributing to each of these experiences. Being able to talk through these moments helps start us on a path toward feeling fulfilled and enlivened. Together, we will explore how your past and present experiences, your interpersonal relationships, and your learned coping strategies contributes to how you feel. I believe everyone can be a confident, strong, and thriving individual. I am warm, non-judgmental, and attentive. I strive to meet you where you are at, help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe space, and find ways to overcome the challenges you face. I believe in the power of conversation to help facilitate understanding and change. I work with adolescents and adults from all backgrounds. I have advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy. In addition to private practice, I am a Staff Psychologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School.

I think it is extremely courageous to admit we need help. I believe one of the most important criteria for successful treatment is to have a trusting, open, "therapeutic rapport" with a client. Without trust and a good connection, the therapeutic process cannot begin. With that in mind, I believe the first step is creating an environment safe from judgement and rich in support. My focus is to enable clients to acquire insight, skills, and motivation for emotional, cognitive, and behavioral transitions.I specialize in older adolescent and adult individual therapy as well as family and couples counseling. I assist clients in developing healthier coping and inter-personal skills that address topics related to: assertiveness, anger management, parenting strategies, managing mood disorders (anxiety and depression), impulse control, PTSD (EMDR), life transitions, grief, conflict resolution, mindfulness, sexuality, and stress management. I am a big proponent in assisting clients built self-confidence. I also have a degree in Accounting as well that I use with individuals and couples around money management, budgeting, savings, and retirement planning. I also have experience as a business consultant for individuals.

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As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in working with individuals facing academic, social, emotional, and developmental challenges. I offer therapy services for young people whose emotional or identity-related concerns (such as anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem) interfere with learning, peer relationships, or school engagement. Additionally, I provide targeted executive functioning support focused on planning, prioritization, organization, time management, and task initiation.

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Forrest Behavioral Health is comprised of a team of skilled, compassionate and dedicated professionals committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those struggling with behavioral health challenges. Our team includes licensed therapists and counselors, medical professionals, support staff, and community outreach coordinators. Together, we are more than a treatment center; we are a community dedicated to transforming lives and fostering a world where mental health is understood, accepted, and treated with the highest standard of care.

At Atlantic Behavioral Health in Wilmington, we’re here for college students from nearby towns—like Middlesex Community College in Bedford, Salem State commuters from Woburn, Endicott College students in Burlington, or Merrimack College folks just a few towns over in North Andover—who are grinding through school but wrestling with mental health hurdles. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is designed for students like you—maybe you’re a Merrimack undergrad swamped by stress from late-night study sessions, or a commuter juggling classes and work but feeling crushed by anxiety that’s tanking your focus. We connect best with those pushing hard but struggling with things like low moods, constant worry, or even gambling habits that started as a distraction but took over. We’re a perfect match for students ready to face feeling off—whether it’s skipping hangouts because you’re drained, reeling from a rough grade or family chaos, or just wanting to clear the mental fog—without putting college on pause. Our clients usually want to get back in the driver’s seat—nailing that group project, chilling with friends, or enjoying a weekend without overanalyzing everything. Right off Route 93, we’re a quick drive from Billerica, Tewksbury, or Andover, and we’re super flexible with morning, afternoon, and evening IOP sessions. Got daytime classes? Our evening sessions let you stay on top of school while getting support after hours. Whether you’re the over-thinker who’s spiraling, the risk-taker who’s lost control of betting, or the quiet one hiding how hard it’s been, our IOP gives you a no-judgment space to sort it out with a team that gets the student hustle. With options to fit your life—morning for early risers, afternoon for mid-day breaks, or evening to keep your days free—we’re here to help you tackle your mental health and keep your college groove. Ready to feel stronger and more like yourself? We’re just a short trip away.

My name is Kacey Rose Bongarzone and I have an office in Hingham where I can meet on Mondays and Tuesdays. I also practice TeleHealth during the week (including Saturdays) using Zoom, Doxy, or phone. If you feel there is something missing in your life, too much on your plate, or if you desire change, I can help you find your perfect balance. We can feel overwhelmed by our daily schedules or underwhelmed by our relationships. I am experienced with development of all aspects in life including work, school, recreation, relationships, and self. My curiosity has grown for sharing the healing process, earning my credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) in order to provide professional services for those that want a path forward.

I support emerging and young adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, school adjustment difficulties, and difficult life transitions. In sessions, I help clients process challenging experiences, explore emotions and behavioral patterns, and learn coping strategies to facilitate deeper understanding that supports overall well-being. I provide culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming, and LGBTQIA+ inclusive psychotherapy. I offer virtual sessions through a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. Please message me or visit my website if you have any questions!

Not All Who Wonder Are Lost! I am a therapist who is as kind as I am challenging. Join me as an enthusiastic explorer of life! Be open to change and renewed dedication to yourself! My past clients have ranged from international musicians, photographers, gymnasts, dancers, theater directors, actors to college students, teenagers and parents. The clients I see most often have problems with stress, anxiety, depression, and managing big transitions in life.

We all have a unique story to tell. Our stories need witnessing, understanding, and even transformation. I believe that therapy provides such a transformative space. It is only in telling our stories, slowing down and recognizing our automatic thoughts and responses that we can reveal our unique inner resources and the truth that we already have everything we need to embrace lives of connection, health, and purpose. It is a creative and collaborative endeavor, navigating internal and external struggles, organizing thoughts and feelings, identifying patterns, and being curious about our own (and each other’s ’) stories. In the past twenty years I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults coping with with anxiety, depression, domestic violence, grief and trauma. Working with adolescent and young adult females struggling with mental health issues, especially those related to self esteem, identity, and the complicated transition to adulthood is a particular passion. I use a blend of clinical modalities including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS); Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and other mind/body techniques; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT); and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT

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Sara Hickey is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders. She brings extensive experience delivering evidence-based treatment across a variety of outpatient settings. She has developed a particular passion for working with young adults, supporting them as they navigate significant life transitions and self esteem challenges. Sara also specializes in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, with a strong focus on understanding how trauma affects both the mind and body. Many of Sara's clients struggle with excessive worry and have diffculty managing stress. Sara prioritizes building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship and collaborates closely with clients to identify meaningful goals. At the heart of her work is a deep belief in the power of connection and the meaningful impact therapy can have in helping individuals grow, heal, and create lasting change.

Hazel Approach Psych Services is a unique private group practice specializing in culturally informed evaluations and comprehensive assessments, with a focus on neurodiverse individuals. Our team includes a diverse group of multicultural doctoral interns and a full-time therapist from Kenya, who brings a rich perspective on healing through a spiritual lens. Our practice's name reflects an approach that goes beyond Western ideals of rugged individualism, embracing a holistic and conscientious view of human behavior. We see people as complex, nuanced beings influenced by various factors, and we explore these influences with nonjudgmental curiosity. Our evaluations and neuropsychological testing services are tailored to meet the unique needs of neurodiverse individuals in different contexts. If you're a student seeking a practice that values a comprehensive, culturally sensitive approach to mental health and neurodiversity, we invite you to learn more about Hazel Approach Psych Services.

Helping student-athletes achieve more with goal-based therapy. Our team is flexible, ever-changing, and meets each client where they are, and helps them get to where they need to be. We specifically help athletes think outside the box based on their circumstances, experiences, strengths, and goals. We support athletes with various challenges such as managing depression, reducing anxiety, treating an eating disorder, overcoming compulsive exercising, recovering from injury, strategies for mental blocks, recovering from burnout, and mental health risks for LGBTQIA+.

Hi my name is Brandon! I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, teachers, and first responders who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and daily stressors. I am passionate about working with individuals entering college or the workforce, navigating life changes, or stress within their relationships. Taking a strength-based and client centered approach working with clients to help them reach their desired goals. Blending Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, and Solution Focused Therapy while maintaining a focus on trauma-informed care. I aim to create a safe space that incorporates humor, reflection, and challenging clients to reach their goals. While many of my sessions are held at the office or virtually, I do offer walk and talk sessions at Wompatuck State Park and surrounding trails. I invite you to reach out to me for more information on how we can work together to help you succeed in accomplishing your goals.

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My name is Fernanda Alves and I am originally from Brazil, where I received my bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2006. After graduating, I immigrated to the US to pursue my master's degree in mental health, which I completed in 2012. Since then, I have worked as an outpatient therapist for two nonprofit organizations, where I obtained experience working with children, adolescents, and families. At the beginning of 2020, I opened my practice, where I have been working with children, adolescents and adults. As someone who has attended counselling myself for anxiety and ADHD, I noticed that plain “talk therapy” was not the most effective method for so many of us, so with that in mind, I developed a goal-oriented, evidence-based approach with my clients that allows them to develop tools to accept life’s challenges while moving towards their values and goal. Instead of focusing on WHY you can't accomplish something, I will help you focus on HOW by giving you productive solutions and strategies.

We work with clients to define and build lives they experience as worth living. Treatment is focused on helping manage dangerous behavior, supporting clients in getting the most they can out of treatment, addressing symptoms and experiences that cause distress or impair functioning, and taking concrete steps towards key life goals.