Therapists for college students near Boston College

Charlie Health is a virtual behavioral health program for adolescents and young adults with moderate or severe mental health concerns or co-occurring substance use or eating disorders. Designed to meet the needs of those who require more than weekly therapy, our program combines curated group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy into personalized treatment programs. We are helping to serve those who are in crisis, or have been historically underserved, by eliminating the most significant treatment barriers: geographical and financial access. We work with nearly all commercial insurance nationwide and have no waitlist, thereby helping people access quality, evidence-based care regardless of insurance, location, or other barriers.

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I am a licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a deep commitment to helping individuals and families navigate their challenges. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Worcester State University, where I also minored in Sociology and focused on mental health and women's studies. Following that, I earned a Master's in Forensic and Investigative Psychology from the University of Liverpool. From the very beginning of my career, I discovered my passion for working with families and children. I believe in creating warm and supportive environments where everyone feels safe and valued. This dedication inspired me to pursue a Master's in Social Work from Anna Maria College, allowing me to better serve the community that is close to my heart. I have had the privilege to work across various settings, including residential care, intensive in-home support, schools, and outpatient services, which has enriched my understanding of the diverse needs of families and children. In my sessions, I strive to foster a nurturing and compassionate space where clients can feel understood and empowered to pursue their goals. I use a strength-based approach, offering encouragement and support to help clients along their journey. I believe it is essential for clients to be at the heart of the treatment process, actively participating in setting their own goals. This ensures that their voices are not only heard but truly valued in every session. Together, we can embark on a transformative journey towards healing and personal growth. Clients can expect that they will be heard and respected in sessions, and that their goals and dreams are a priority. Through this process, they will be validated and supported in helping them reach their full potential.

It is our goal is to provide supportive, trauma informed treatment and counseling to adolescents and young adults who are struggling to manage their day-to-day lives. Their struggle may be social, emotional or behavioral and they may feel lost or out of control. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Attachment, Regulation and Competency Framework (ARC), we are able to develop strategies and assist with skill building to help clients find relief and to live a more satisfying and comfortable life.

I am a LICSW who has worked in the field for over 20 years in various community, health, and mental health settings. I focus on adult individuals in my private practice. I am excited to be there for you as a partner to help navigate and cope with life's many stressors including relationships, health issues, mental health challenges, losses/ grief. I use a strength-based, non-judgmental approach, utilizing elements from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to help people recognize their strengths, explore their barriers, and navigate life's challenges

I’m a licensed mental health counselor with four years of experience supporting students through challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and addiction. I work best with students who are looking for a safe, supportive space to be heard and understood while developing practical tools to manage stress and navigate life’s transitions. My approach is compassionate, personalized, and grounded in real-world strategies—helping you build resilience, gain clarity, and feel more in control of your mental health.

Janan Braley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who graduated with her Masters in Counseling Psychology from Framingham State University. Janan enjoys working with children, teens, and adults. Janan is passionate about helping teens and adults navigate through various lifestyle transitions. It is important to Janan to meet clients where they are at and provide person-centered therapy, as well as to combine CBT and positive psychology in her daily work. Janan enjoys helping patients learn communication skills and ways to handle their strong emotions in healthier ways.

Life is hard but we can stay strong with support! It takes courage to reach out to a therapist to help you with your life journey. Jenn believes everyone is unique and so there is no “cookie cutter” approach. Her person-centered style allows the client to establish goals and then together work as a “team” to attain growth. There is a wide array of adjustments in life such as leaving home, divorce, parenting, job unhappiness, marital strife, mid-life change, trauma, grief, and aging. Feeling a supportive presence through it all is key! An avid athlete (soccer player) growing up, and current runner and Peleton spin biker, Jenn believes in balance between physical and mental health. Jenn has worked at a private co-educational boarding school for over 30 years. As the Director of Counseling Jenn works with students and families from an array of different cultures and diverse backgrounds. In her private practice offering teleHealth and in person visits, Jenn looks to provide a safe and empathetic environment in which you can feel comfortable and be honest. Reach out to talk and decide for yourself if we are a fit!

The Emotional Wellness Therapy Team at Synergy Wellness Center values a balanced lifestyle, and we support your well-being by partnering with you to integrate the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that impact your relationships, health, and personal and professional goals. Licensed Therapists at our Counseling Center bring expertise that supports caregivers, those they care for, and all wellness seekers. Our therapists serve adults, youth and children in person in Hudson and Bolton, and in online sessions to clients throughout the state of Massachusetts.

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As a therapist, I provide a safe and affirming space for individuals to explore their identities, heal from trauma, and build resilience. Throughout my career, I have worked with immigrants, refugees, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and LGBTQ+ community. I value the culture, identity, and lived experiences of the individuals that I work with. By understanding the unique challenges faced by these communities, I tailor my approaches to meet the specific needs of each client. I have an integrated approach to therapy. I enjoy integrating creativity and artistic expression in the therapeutic process. My practice has focused on trauma-informed care, liberation, and cultural competence. I recognize the importance of understanding and respecting the cultural backgrounds and experiences of my clients. I encourage clients to express their needs, set goals, and take charge of their healing journey to foster empowerment.

I am a psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience in clinical practice. In working together, it is my hope that we can create a safe space where you can slow down, pause, breathe and self-reflect. A moment of reflection, clarity, and deep connection to yourself. A dedicated space for curiosity and collaboration where we identify ways in which you can learn to welcome and cope more constructively with your feelings and thoughts, improve and strengthen your interpersonal relationships, and increase your awareness about how your life experiences may be impacting your overall well-being. I am an active clinician, who will engage you on a compassionate level through attentive and thoughtful listening. I acknowledge and appreciate your strengths and resilience when facing challenging circumstances in your life. Fundamentally, my goal is to help empower you by bolstering your internal resources to help you move towards a more fulfilling life. My therapeutic style is a mix of cognitive behavioral, relational, and mindfulness-based interventions. I can offer you an approach that is individually tailored to your unique goals, needs, strengths and challenges. I feel privileged that this is my life's work, and I appreciate your consideration to allow me to accompany you on your healing journey.

Debbie Ennis, LISW-CP has been practicing social work for 35 years. She sees clients in-person and via teletherapy in SC. She utilizes time-tested techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), as well as newer more energy-based modalities like positive thinking and Law of Attraction. She specializes in working with adolescents (11+), teens and young adults, as well as adults and seniors.

Stigma should not prevent you from getting the help you need. If you are suffering from feeling sad all the time, hearing voices or/and seeing things no-one else can, anxiousness, worrying often, problems sleeping, eating, going out, nightmares, and/or panic attacks, I can help. Springfield Behavioral Health and Medical Care Partners provides both in-office outpatient and tele-psychiatry mental health services in Springfield, MA. Tele-psychiatry services are provided in the comfort of your home using a computer/ a phone. Currently, accepting new patients. Evening and weekend hours are available for those busy during office hours. Springfield Behavioral Health and Medical Care Partners is the home of Jeanette Christian, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with training and experience across the lifespan in hospitals and outpatient settings. For several years, serving those struggling to fulfill their goals due to mental illness. I value a holistic approach which combines evidence-based practice in patient care, including therapeutic communication, patient-centered care and shared decision-making to help each individual’s specific needs and values to achieve an overall sense of well-being through psychoeducation, collaboration, and client advocacy without judgment. I provide diagnostic assessment, medication management and therapy for individuals with a variety of psychiatric conditions including but not limited to ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, PTSD, substance-use disorder treatments and many others.

For teens and emerging adults, life often asks: Who am I? What do I want? Where do I belong? How will I know? When will I feel better? I work with clients ages 13–30s through this powerful season of becoming. These are years of identity, relationships, independence, purpose, pressure, change, and learning how to hear your own voice. In a world that can make you question your worth, courage, and vision, my work is to help you recognize what is possible within yourself — and to help parents and caregivers see what may be possible for their family. My approach blends evidence-based mental health care with creativity and self-expression because not everything can be understood through words alone. Together, we meet at the intersection of the heart and mind to go beneath the surface, strengthen self-trust, reconnect with intuition, and honor your wisdom and worthiness of care. There is no perfect place to begin. Arrive as you are! I offer virtual therapy sessions for clients located in California, Indiana, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. I am available for a free 15-minute phone consultation, and I invite you to reach out. I look forward to connecting.

You’ve learned how to hold it all together. From the outside, you might look like you have everything in place but inside, you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or exhausted from always showing up for everyone else. Maybe you’ve spent years pushing your feelings down, keeping the peace, or taking responsibility for things that were never fully yours. And now, your body is telling you something needs to change. I work with hard-working women who are ready reconnect with themselves in a deeper, more meaningful way. Together, we'll slow down the present, process the past, and find your power in the future. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and approachable. I believe therapy should feel human, meaningful, and supportive. If you’re ready to create space for yourself and start feeling more like you again, I’d love to connect. Reach out to schedule a free consultation so we can talk through what you’re looking for and see if this feels like the right fit.

Whether you need space to process trauma, a current break up, college life stressors, chronic illness/pain or you think you are struggling with substance use, we can begin the process of healing. I am a licensed alcohol and drug abuse counselor as well as an LICSW. I have specialized experience working with service members, veterans, and their families. I am trained in several approaches such as: solution-focus, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic. I focus on working with my clients to understand what is meaningful to them, and providing counseling to help guide them towards their goals. I think of therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist. I use a laid-back, compassionate approach to therapy and focus on building a strong connection. Reaching out for help can be a huge undertaking. Together, we will develop a plan to help you achieve your goals and live your life to the fullest. The best way to set up an appointment is to send an email.

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I have experience helping people overcome obstacles around executive dysfunction (having a hard time keeping or remembering tasks and appointments, turning in assignments in full, and overall managing daily expectations and obligations), adjusting to new life transitions, and managing anxiety and depression symptoms. I use a variety of methods to introduce clients to the sometimes uncomfortable part of therapy and accountability.

I’m a licensed therapist (MA, NH, FL) specializing in helping young adults who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, school stress, self-esteem challenges or major life transitions. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative space where clients feel safe exploring their feelings and gaining tools to manage them with confidence. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to help clients understand the patterns that may be affecting their mood, behavior and relationships. Together, we build coping skills, improve communication and make meaningful changes that support emotional well-being. My style is warm, empathetic and engaging. I meet each person where they are, honoring their strengths and fostering resilience. With the right support, individuals can learn to cope, grow and thrive. I'm committed to creating a space where clients feel heard, respected and empowered.