Therapists for college students near New York, NY

College can intensify pressure to succeed, make the “right” choices, and hold it all together, often alongside anxiety, perfectionism, people pleasing, relationship issues, or concerns about food, body image, or control. I work with college students and young adults who appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of themselves on the inside. Together, we slow things down, identify patterns that keep you stuck, and build insight and skills that support real, lasting change. My approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and tailored to you as a whole person, not a set of symptoms. I hold the CEDS-C credential, the highest certification in eating disorder treatment, and support students whose anxiety or perfectionism shows up around food, body image, or self-worth. Therapy can be a space to pause, feel understood, and reconnect with what matters most, without having to pretend you’re fine or push through alone.

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Are you feeling stressed, uncertain, anxious, stuck, or experiencing loss or conflict? I work collaboratively with my clients to better understand and move forward in their lives, as we gain insight into current challenges and stressors. My strength is engaging clients in an empathic and supportive therapeutic alliance. I work from a non-judgmental stance, in order to understand the perspective of my clients, and draw upon their unique and varied strengths. Gaining clarity, you can restore balance and fulfill your potential.

At MindWell Psychology, we believe that thriving begins with the right support. Located in the heart of Ithaca, we provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for children, teens, and adults. Our diverse team of highly trained clinicians offers a full range of services—from individual and group therapy to comprehensive psychological testing and college student mentoring—so clients can access care that truly meets their needs. What makes us different? We combine the warmth of a local practice with the expertise of a large, multidisciplinary team. That means shorter wait times, specialized care for complex concerns, and providers who collaborate to ensure every client feels seen, supported, and empowered. Whether navigating life transitions, managing anxiety, or addressing long-standing challenges, our clients know they have a trusted partner in their growth and healing. At MindWell, we’re more than a mental health practice—we’re a community committed to helping people flourish.

Welcome to the practice, please visit our website for profiles and more information. https://acapsych.com/ At our practice, you will benefit from care by Dr. John Samanich and Dr. Kimberly Ortiz, who provide individual and/or family therapy, medical evaluations and other services. Drs. Samanich and Ortiz work with children, adolescents and adults to address their developmental, emotional, behavioral and mental health concerns.

I am so glad you're here. You just took the hardest step, so take a second for a self-hug. I believe therapy is one of the most rewarding things you can offer yourself, so congratulations. We are all on our own journey, have our own individual needs, and a history that makes us who we are. In turn, I work with every person, meet them where they are at, support & guide them, through a treatment plan we build together, to help them with their day to day challenges, and long term goals. Therapy is a beautiful tool that, if used correctly, can be life changing. I enjoy nothing more than guiding people in finding their way & themselves. I pull much of my practice from life experiences. I am an honest, authentic New Yorker who is empathetic, yet direct. For decades I have worked with young adults (high school into college) navigating the intricacies of relationships, self love, identity searching and beyond. Life can be hard. We can be even harder on ourselves. It is easy to get overwhelmed, lost, confused - but we do not need to be on this journey alone. I'm a therapist, or a friend - whatever you need in the moment. Some people are anxious about entering therapy, but my approach is: what a gift to have someone in your corner who is simply there to support you.

At MindWell Psychology, we believe that thriving begins with the right support. Located in the heart of Ithaca, we provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for children, teens, and adults. Our diverse team of highly trained clinicians offers a full range of services—from individual and group therapy to comprehensive psychological testing and college student mentoring—so clients can access care that truly meets their needs. What makes us different? We combine the warmth of a local practice with the expertise of a large, multidisciplinary team. That means shorter wait times, specialized care for complex concerns, and providers who collaborate to ensure every client feels seen, supported, and empowered. Whether navigating life transitions, managing anxiety, or addressing long-standing challenges, our clients know they have a trusted partner in their growth and healing. At MindWell, we’re more than a mental health practice—we’re a community committed to helping people flourish.

We are a practice of 20+ counselors with a variety of specialties, from chronic illness/pain and sports related struggles/injuries, to supporting speciality populations like LGBTQ+ and BIPOC and much much more. We truly hope to provide you with the support you've been searching for. You can book your first appointment on out website, call or email. Hope to hear from you soon!

I am a Licensed a Clinical Social Worker. I provide therapeutic services to clients through a clinical lens of strength, resilience, and empowerment. My goal is to help clients examine who they want to be, navigate the path toward that vision, and process the experiences that have shaped them. I center on each client’s needs, creating a space that fosters insight and practical tools so that clients feel more grounded, clear, and aligned with their values. I will meet you with enthusiasm, compassion, empathy, and humor.

VitaMental Nutrition helps people control of their health with practical, science-backed nutrition counseling that fits your busy life. Whether you're trying to boost energy, manage weight, or eat better on a budget, we make nutrition simple, supportive, and affordable (we’re in-network with many major insurance plans!). Anthony Tassoni, RDN, CSOWM, LDN, founder of VitaMental Nutrition, is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in obesity and weight management. He has been practicing for over 13 years, helping folks from all over the nation to reach their health and nutrition goals.

My name is David Petti, LCSW, and I am a graduate of the New York University Silver School of Social Work. In our first sessions, you can expect to build a strong therapeutic relationship with me while identifying your concerns and goals. We’ll work together to create a personalized plan that focuses on what matters most to you. I specialize in working with clients with schizophrenia. I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) through Journey Clinical ONLY and not as an individual therapist. Please search for them online and identify if Journey Clinical accepts your insurance within New York State. My practice draws on a range of therapeutic approaches, with a focus on helping you develop a sense of safety and control, as well as effective coping skills. I work with adults who are navigating challenges related to generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), PTSD, depression, schizophrenia, and mood disorders. I am passionate about this work because I believe in the power of therapy to foster healing, growth, and positive change—even in life’s most difficult moments.

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.

Welcome to Growing in Care! We work with clients of all ages, including youth, young adults and college aged students, adults, couples, and families. We support varying diagnoses and symptoms, related but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life adjustments, relational concerns, parenting, identity, school adjustment, and developmental needs. We meet with clients both in person and virtually. We utilize approaches including CBT, music and art, strengths based approaches, play, and other approaches that best fit the individual seeking care.

What if getting better didn't mean spending years talking about everything that's ever gone wrong? I work with college and grad students to build real, lasting change by providing insight and skills that actually help. With over a decade of clinical work in the US and abroad, I've helped young adults manage anxiety, quiet the perfectionism and imposter syndrome that follow them into every exam and internship, while creating a healthy type of confidence that remains under pressure. My clients describe working with me as supportive, direct, collaborative, and nothing like what they expected therapy to be. We figure out what's driving the pattern. Then we work on changing it. I specialize in: anxiety, burnout and stress, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. My approach pulls from CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness, grounded in a trauma-informed model. You don't have to have it figured out to start. Currently offering Online Therapy throughout Massachusetts, New York, Colorado, Vermont, and Florida. Whether you are in Boston, NYC, or Denver, I am ready when you are.

Hi, I'm Bree. I am glad you're here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I specialize in working with LGBTQAI+ young adults. I accompany clients at varying stages of identity exploration and disclosure. I also work with people from religious or high-control environments. If it feels like a good fit, please reach out for a complimentary consultation.

Jessica Massaro, LCSWR, CST is the Owner & Clinical Director of Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW, PLLC. We are a practice of 6 clinicians (Toby Hawkins, LCSW, Aimee Emmrich, LMHC, Cara Cole, LCSW, Qiana Watson, LCSW, Courtney MaeRose, LCSW) with an array of specialities: Grief, Bereavement, LGBTQIA+ and Trans care, Black Woman Superhero Syndrome, Attachment wounds and developmental trauma, sex therapy and more. Many of our therapists have worked at Cornell University (and some still do!) so we have an advanced appreciation and understanding of college students and university culture. Please check us out for each clinician's unique set of skills and specialities. Training: Jessica graduated from Boston University’s School of Social Work for her MSW and Graduate Certificate in Family Therapy & Couples Therapy. She also attended Indiana University’s Kinsey Institute for their Human Sexuality Intensive. Jessica is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST), member of AASECT (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists), SMSNA, & ISSM. Jessica utilizes approaches inclusive of Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) which is strongly influenced by Attachment Theory, Imago Relationship Therapy, Gottman Method & behavioral intervention. Jessica’s perspective: “I am a supportive and kink, fetish, queer & poly/ cnm affirming therapist and I love helping couples (and individuals) learn to effectively communicate, create intimacy and connection, reignite chemistry and provide sex education; because the sexual life you desire doesn't have to be out of reach! I am also completely supportive of monogamous relationships as I want each partnership to define the relationship type that works best for them. I am comfortable hearing about those spicy desires so that I can empower you to share them with your partner(s) in a safe and non-judgmental way. I specialize in couples counseling & sex therapy. There is nothing taboo or off limits to anything you share with me, as your psychological safety is my priority."

Depression and anxiety can strike at any age. But understanding the developmental challenges our clients are facing, regardless of what life stage they are in, is fundamental to our approach. College students face an enormous array of stressors as they are learning to live independently, separating from home and family, figure out who they are and what they want to be, establishing or navigating new social groups, starting/searching for/ending significant romantic relationships, managing heavy workloads, or simply dealing with the pressure to excel. We are here to help you navigate these very real stressors, to empathize and to teach you skills to address the depression and/or anxiety these stressors can cause.

Oh college, it's "supposed" to be the best days of your life...whoever came up with that needs a serious reality check. I've been through it and have also worked with enough college students, young adults, and adults of all ages to say that for many of us, that statement is completely false. So please know that if you find that these are not the best days (or even if you feel that these are the worst days), you are not alone. There is nothing "wrong" with you and I am here to help. I unfortunately don't have a magic wand to transform your college experience into something you see in the movies, but I provide a combination of medication management and brief supportive therapy (a fancy way of saying I include some therapy during our 30 minute medication follow up appointments) that can help address concerns like depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and mood disorders. I’ll work with you to create a personalized plan that meets your unique needs and helps you achieve your mental health goals. Talking about medication can be daunting. When I prescribe it, my goal isn’t to change who you are, but to help you rediscover what life can be like when your symptoms are managed. While medication won’t solve every issue, it can be a powerful tool alongside therapy and lifestyle changes, enabling you to reclaim your ability to thrive.

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

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