Therapists for college students near New York, NY

Feeling overwhelmed and feel your thoughts and moods run your life? And do you feel this prevents you from living life to its fullest? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (R) Therapist with 12+ years of experience. I can begin therapy within 1 week of your initial call! Often through sharing our thoughts and struggles with a skilled, empathetic professional, hope can be restored. Also, by learning a few key thinking strategies and other simple mental techniques, together we can reduce and eliminate the feelings of being powerless over how our minds automatically can work against us. I specialize in helping you find ways to make your life more manageable. I work in particular with all types of mood disorders, chronic pain management, and with couples. I can help you find solutions within yourself. Stop letting more time go by in your life in which you feel you or relationship is broken! There is an easier and better way! My clients tell me that therapy is not as intimidating as they anticipated, and that they have found our sessions to be safe, comfortable, relaxed and extremely relieving. I will work to reasonably accommodate your financial capabilities. I have evening hours as well as video therapy available!

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I specialize in sleep difficulties, anxiety, nightmares, and trauma. I have a passion for helping people achieve their mental health goals and regain the energy and focus they need to achieve their goals and ambitions. I have seen evidence-based practices for insomnia, nightmares and trauma begin to alleviate debilitating symptoms in a very short amount of time. Whether you have been suffering for 3 months or 3 decades, I have witnessed people recover and regain a quality of their lives they thought was lost. Since recovery can be abrupt and dramatic for some, I also address adjustment to your sense of identity and grief associated with the many losses these struggles have caused. My style is interactive and direct, and I am passionate about helping clients work through areas where they feel stuck and hopeless. I understand how sleep issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflicts can make every day a struggle. One of my greatest joys is witnessing a client regain hope and recognize the ripple effect the one small change they made will have on their lives. We will work together to discover your strengths, learn new skills, and use them to create positive, lasting change.

Who am I? What is important to me? What do I believe in? What do I want out of life? I know firsthand what it is like to face these questions, especially when rebuilding after disappointment, trauma, and loss. In my own experience and in my experience working with clients, I have found that the most difficult times of our lives can be the catalyst to our greatest growth, and eventually, a sense of peace we had not thought possible. My primary areas of focus are working with clients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, and spiritual concerns. I integrate acceptance and mindfulness-based practices with evidence-based approaches to tailor a therapy experience that best fits your needs and goals. I believe those of us who struggle the most have the greatest resources for making real change, for building rich, full, and meaningful lives. Let’s work together to navigate life's difficulties, and in the face of challenges, be present, open up, and do what matters.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by college life, struggling with anxiety, or battling depression? You're not alone, and you don’t have to go through it by yourself. As a therapist, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can work through stress, self-doubt, and emotional challenges together. Whether you're dealing with academic pressure, social anxiety, or just feeling stuck, I’m here to help you develop coping strategies and regain a sense of balance. Let’s work together to create a path toward healing and confidence.

My approach to therapy is strengths based and collaborative. Therapy will be a place for you to learn more about yourself and how to move your life in a valued direction. I am neurodiversity affirming, LGBTQIA affirming, and culturally responsive. Treatment will draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques rooted in goal-oriented strategies and interventions.

I provide relational, culturally responsive therapy that centers your lived experiences and honors the ways your relationships, history, and identity shape who you are today. I approach therapy as a collaborative space where we can slow down, reflect, and better understand patterns that may be contributing to distress or disconnection. My approach is grounded in psychodynamic and relational cultural therapy. This means I pay close attention to how past and present relationships influence emotions, behaviors, and self-understanding, and how growth often happens through connection, authenticity, and mutual understanding. I also integrate trauma-informed and strengths-based

Kate Rifkin, LMHC (pronouns she/her/hers) offers individual mental health counseling sessions for adults (18+) to provide a safe space where folks are able to freely explore their thoughts, feelings, concerns, and goals in a non-judgmental space. She takes an individualized, holistic, and integrative approach to therapy, that draws upon cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and multicultural-based therapies. Kate has expertise and interest in working with athletes, young professionals, college students, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

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You might be feeling stressed and anxious over starting college or returning to college after Covid. You might have weak assertiveness skills and aren’t sure how to ask for help when you need it. You might feel you have some social anxiety and not sure how to build relationships. Maybe you’re feeling sad and you’re not sure why. Maybe you just feel your time management and organizational skills are weak And you need some academic advisement. You are the person I’m looking for and who I enjoy watching grow.

As a clinical psychologist, I can help you with relationship difficulties, managing important life transitions, minimizing depression and anxiety, and managing stress. Your personality and coping styles will be a key focus in my work with you in order to build on your uniqueness. In my profession, there is no worthwhile "cookie cutter" approach. My main goal is to keep learning and help my clients do the same. In summary, I can help you with: 1) Relationship difficulties 2) Managing important life transitions 3) Minimizing your anxiety and depression 4) Managing stress Developing a fresh perspective on a recent or recurring problem is key to minimizing or eliminating it. As a psychologist, I can help you do just that. I am therefore best viewed as your personal consultant, with whom you can discuss your difficulties and identify the best strategies to address them.

We are a group practice with a shared passion for women's mental health. We treat a wide variety of concerns including reproductive and perinatal concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, LGBTQ+ clients, and ADHD/neurodivergence to name a few. We offer individual, couples, and family therapy and our team has experience in numerous evidence-based treatment modalities including EMDR, ACT, EFT, CBT, ERP, & DBT.

I'm a clinical psychologist and a trained psychoanalyst. I believe that what promotes growth and mental health is the process of putting real but hard to see aspects of your experience into words. This decreases their power and brings them more to heel for you. This is different from challenging thoughts or skill building. You as the patient should have clear evidence in therapy that you're coming to understand yourself better and more fully. Old, stuck ways of thinking should slowly give way to the ability to think more effectively about what is and what can be. Your sense of 'you' should grow wider and more secure, and your ability live and act with purpose of your choosing should slowly build.

Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Relationships, Men’s Mental Health, Athletes, College Students Chris specializes in working with teenagers and young adults coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship distress, and life transitions. If you are hard on yourself, struggle to connect with others, have a hard time coping with your distress, or are struggling to live your life the way that you want, Chris is here to help you with that. Chris's goal is to help clients feel comfortable but challenged in counseling. He uses an integrative approach that helps people understand themselves, build self-compassion, and identify actionable steps to resolve problems, adapt the way you think and feel, or cope with stressors outside of your control. Chris is happy to meet with you for a free 30-minute consultation to answer any questions or concerns you have about counseling and to discuss how it can help you.

We all need some direction in life at times. Our practice offers a nonjudgmental, supportive environment where you can create goals and work toward them in your own time in your own way. College transition is difficult. Relax. Most of what you’re feeling is very common. You are establishing your identity. This shouldn’t be easy. Please call us if you need any direction or support. We are here to listen. Talk soon! 💜

Life is about transitions! I enjoy working with clients who are dealing with adjustment to college, women’s issues, grief, body image, trauma, aging parents, chronic pain, depression and anxiety. I work within a feminist lens, using a health at every size and trauma-informed approach. I’m happy to do a free consultation with you so that you get to ask any questions and can see if I may be a good match for you.

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I am a Ukrainian-born therapist-in-training with a lifelong passion for psychology. Though my journey into mental health wasn’t straightforward, it’s deeply personal. For years, I pursued a career in finance, believing it was the path to success and fulfillment. I thought I was living a happy life, but societal pressure had pushed me into a mold that didn’t feel authentic. The stress and constant pressure finally culminated in my first panic attack, followed by a severe episode of OCD that left me utterly defeated. Through years of therapy, healing, and self-discovery, I emerged stronger, with a profound appreciation for life and a renewed sense of purpose. Leaving my finance career behind, I stepped into the field of mental health to help others navigate their own “dark nights of the soul.” I aim to empower individuals to become their happiest, healthiest selves, unlocking their potential for growth and transformation on every level. In my work, I use evidence-based approaches tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. My favorite interventions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), where we explore and challenge unhealthy beliefs and thought patterns that hold you back. I also take a trauma-informed approach, understanding that past experiences shape our behaviors and thoughts, often on a subconscious level. To treat anxiety and OCD, I employ Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), which help rewire the brain's response to fear and intrusive thoughts. These tools are backed by science and offer lasting change by utilizing the brain’s neuroplasticity—what fires together, wires together, as the neuropsychologist Donald Hebb famously said. And if you’re a Harry Potter fan like me, you might appreciate this: I often think of mental health struggles as Dementors, sucking away joy and energy, leaving us feeling powerless. But just as in the Wizarding World, there’s a way to protect yourself—the Patronus Charm! In therapy, evidence-based interventions, the therapeutic alliance, and empathy work like your Patronus, empowering you to fight back against the challenges that feel all-consuming. Together, we can work to summon your happiness and create a safe, fulfilling future.

Dr. Oleg Turayev is a psychologist specializing in anxiety, trauma, family issues, and college and young adult mental health for over a decade. He works with anyone 16 and older, from people coping with significant mental illness to those experiencing typical stressors of daily life. He believes that effective therapy begins by getting to know the client on a deep level without judgment. Oleg provides ADHD testing and other psychological assessments. He currently conducts all of his work remotely using Zoom video conference or over the phone.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have extensive experience working in various mental health settings. My practice specializes in providing following services: couples counseling, psychotherapy, psychological, substance abuse and immigration evaluations . I am trained in REBT, and CBT. I utilize an eclectic approach with various techniques tailored to my client's individual needs and work with clients from diverse cultural background. In my practice we treat depression, anxiety, and other behavioral disorders as well as work with trauma, low self esteem, increased stress and, dating and relationship issues. Here are some things to consider to help you decide if we are a good fit: 1.There is no such thing as too big or too small of a problem. All your feelings and experiences are important. 2. There is no right or wrong time to start therapy. Therapy is about being heard, validated and understood. As soon as you are ready to experience these things you are ready for therapy and I am here to help! Services are available in English, and Russian.