Therapists for college students near Boston College

Get back to feeling like yourself. Everyone struggles sometimes—whether it’s with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, or big life transitions. At Blue Square Counseling, our supportive therapists will work with you to create a plan that fits your needs and goals. We’ll walk alongside you every step of the way so you feel empowered, understood, and ready to move forward.

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.

Hello- I work with students facing a variety of situations and challenges including executive functioning, anxiety, depression, adjusting to college, social anxiety, family struggles, and relationship issues. Whether you are looking to improve your executive functioning, decrease anxiety and/or depression, or address other concerns, I offer a non judgmental environment for you. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, pulling from a variety of frameworks, leading with client strengths. Please reach out for a free consultation to see if we might be a good match.

Ever since that awful event, do you hate being touched by your partner? Do you feel misunderstood and now you’re worried that your partner, friends, and family are starting to resent you? Have you felt distant or disconnected because you can’t get disturbing images out of your head? Therapy can help. I help young adults learn the skills needed to turn down the volume of overwhelming emotions so that they can live fully and love deeply.

My clients are women who have reached a point where something needs to change. They feel stuck in their patterns and behaviors, unable to stop and not understanding why. They are overwhelmed with uncomfortable emotions. It feels like their past intrudes on their present. They ask questions like “what’s wrong with me?” and tend to be hard on themselves. They may not feel seen or heard. They may frequently face conflict in their relationships. Many women experience life this way. You are not alone. I help women piece together their past, understand patterns, and respond differently to their environment. Together, we will identify the skills you need to respond instead of react, support yourself in distress, and return to feeling safe and grounded. I provide a warm and non-judgmental space for you to explore who you are and how you got there, at your own pace. A dedicated time and space to focus on yourself can make a world of difference. Many women live in a state of “doing,” rarely having the opportunity to rest, restore, and connect with themselves. Reaching out for the first time can feel scary. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to ensure you feel comfortable with me before moving forward. I welcome the opportunity to support you on your healing journey.

As a therapist, I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. My approach is person-centered and strength-based, meaning I meet you where you are and work collaboratively to build on your unique strengths. I draw from evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing to support your goals and foster lasting change. I bring experience working with adults facing a range of challenges, including trauma, PTSD, substance use disorders, depression, and anxiety. I am a culturally aware clinician who values and respects the diverse identities and lived experiences my clients bring into the therapy space. I aim to provide a supportive environment where you feel safe, validated, and treated with deep respect- because healing starts with being truly seen and heard.

At Kiwi Recovery, you’ll find specialized clinical care with the goal of helping adolescents and young adults find sustainable pathways toward recovery. We offer effective, evidence-based outpatient behavioral health treatment in our Concord center. Behavioral health and addiction issues can seem overwhelming. Peer pressure, academic stress, and the process of growing up are already difficult enough, but the added pressure of mental health struggles or substance use can make it even harder. Adolescents and young adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other conditions may turn to drugs and alcohol for relief. However, this often leads to a cycle of dependence and addiction. Kiwi Recovery is here to break this cycle. We provide individualized treatment plans backed by evidence-based practices and the most up-to-date research, and our team is passionate about helping this population move toward recovery.

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We offer Telehealth - SNBCare is a multidisciplinary group of dedicated professionals, providing best quality care for a wide range of outpatient mental health services. We have been serving adults, families, and couples for over a decade in a caring, patient-friendly environment. In providing behavioral health and mental health care services, we strive to integrate research evidence, clinical expertise and client values into our clinical practice. Our experienced and trusted staff members include licensed Psychiatrists, Psych NP and therapists. Together, this team of professionals uses the latest clinically proven methods and customized treatment plans for you and your loved ones. We recognize the individuality of all our patients and tailor services to meet their unique needs. With evidence-based treatment techniques that include individual, family, or coupe therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-focused counseling, as well as psychiatric medicine and transcranial magnetic stimulation, we take a holistic approach to your treatment.

At North Star Therapy, I offer a compassionate, evidence-based and solution-focused approach to mental health. I am dedicated to providing clients with tools and strategies that will stay with them for life. I am committed to supporting and guiding you, helping you overcome any obstacle, and taking the first step towards a brighter tomorrow. I have worked and trained across a variety of therapeutic/clinical settings, including public schools (k-12), Lead Clinician for a school district, a 'Big Ten' university, hospital in-patient and intensive outpatient settings, and private practice. In 2019, I leaned into mindfulness, meditation and the power of somatic exercises by completing a comprehensive 200-hour yoga teacher training program. Additionally, I am a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor; Be Body Positive Facilitator; and DBT certified to facilitate skills groups.

I have experience working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, major life transitions, and burnout among other areas. I offer a calm, warm, and non-judgmental presence to those I work with. I tend to think creatively and enjoy deepening a sense of understanding by using art therapy or expressive therapies when appropriate. I enjoy helping others face their fears, learn new skills to tackle negative thoughts, and better understand how to process their emotions. I also have experience working with those navigating spiritual issues within the Christian faith. I offer compassion, understanding, and empathy as I work alongside those experiencing stressful life events, difficult emotions, or mental health struggles. I often use CBT and ERP for anxiety, depression, and OCD. However, I cater my treatment to each individual to best meet their needs. I use creativity and art therapy alongside traditional talk therapy. I invite you to reach out to see if we could be a good fit. I would be honored to guide you towards growth and witness your entrance into a new chapter of healing.

I’m Lisa M Burke, LICSW, a clinician based in Concord, Massachusetts. I provide parent guidance and work with children, adolescents and young adults. I specialize in treating patients with Depression, Anxiety, Emotional Dysregulation, Life Transitions, Behavioral Difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder and mild Intellectual Disabilities. In 2016, I left my job as a Clinical Program Director, at McLean Hospital to bring my clinical knowledge and training to the suburbs. I care about each of my patients and spend time evaluating their needs and goals, to create a treatment plan that is tailored to their specific needs. I believe in using different therapeutic methods while treating my patients, as I feel not everyone benefits from being treated by one method. This multidimensional approach allows me to be flexible, creative, and lets me target a patient’s specific need, which I feel leads to better treatment and better outcomes. ​ I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Interventions from Boston University and I am trained in DBT from Behavioral Tech, SPACE: Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I also have an interest in the therapeutic impact of humor and Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT). I am trained in improvisational comedy and often incorporate humor into my sessions. My dog Kaia and I are a certified animal assisted therapy team. Kaia enjoys coming to sessions with those who request her presence. My patients well-being is my number one priority, and I go above and beyond to help each patient.

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My name is Sheri Cheng and I am a pre-licensed mental health counselor seeing clients in-office or through telehealth. I earned my Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College and have years of experience working with young adults in educational and therapeutic settings. I have worked with a variety of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism in individual and group therapy. My specialties include social skills development, emotional regulation, and strengthening interpersonal relationships. I am committed to a strengths-based and trauma-informed lens to create a welcoming and safe therapeutic environment. I use diverse, evidence-based approaches including acceptance and commitment therapy, person-centered, and solution-focused theories.

At The Leggett Group, we provide a safe, compassionate environment for healing. We realize that college students face unique challenges and deserve a customized treatment plan to meet their specific needs. Our team of providers are dedicated to giving you accessible care and support in one place, whether in person at our Framingham or Roslindale locations, or remotely. Our goal is to treat the entire person starting with an assessment and full treatment plan. We provide individual therapy, couples therapy and even medication when needed. At The Leggett Group, we are individually and collectively committed to dismantling white supremacy and all forms of oppression. For more detailed information about our practice and providers, please check out our website!

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I'm an Adult and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner that provides an empathetic, holistic and realistic approach to patients. I specialize in chronic illness, oncologic diagnoses, anxiety and depression. I have spent the last fourteen years caring for patients with many complex medical issues with specific expertise in oncology, anxiety and depression. My approach to psychiatric care is collaborative, individualized and comprehensive. I provide psychotherapy and medication management for a variety of conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, panic, and OCD.

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Windhorse Counseling was born out of Alannah DiBona’s passion for transforming the lives of adolescents. After working within the high school system providing transitional support to students, Alannah realized that there were additional needs for her clients beyond what she could provide in the school setting. She built a practice centered on providing supplemental care in a comfortable, safe, and approachable environment. Windhorse Counseling has quickly grown to offer services to individuals, families, and couples from all walks of life. The presence of office dogs, namely Theo the Bloodhound and Milo the Golden Retriever enhances the home-like ambiance and provides therapeutic doses of humor and affection. Windhorse Counseling operates in the beautiful Damon Mill building with the goal of providing a living-room-like environment for clients of all ages to dig deep, connect, and begin the journey of healing. Located on the Assabet River with an abundance of natural greenery and forestry, the office setting is calming and serene. Clients find that the mindfully decorated indoor space and the quiet, natural surroundings set the stage for inner contemplation and interpersonal connection with our acclaimed and accomplished counselors. With the help of our hard-working office-dogs, clients are also able to loosen up, enjoy hilarious moments, and balance the deep work with lighter moments of pure joy and laughter.