Therapists for college students near 10003

My focus as a mental health counselor centers around uncovering or recovering your worth, wisdom, and creativity because it can get obscured by how brains and bodies sometimes operate. My role is similar to being a co-pilot: you're the one driving, and I'm here to help you find the best way to go. That path is personal and unique for everyone, but an ideal outcome for the people I work with is to grow toward dreams, get more out of life, and feel more comfortable being yourself.

My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive, empathetic and non-judgmental space to help people explore and overcome life's challenges while feeling seen and heard. I highly value building a strong therapeutic alliance based in authenticity, understanding, and respect as a foundation to the therapeutic process. I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD/complex trauma, interpersonal relationship difficulties, life changes and transitions, and other life stressors. I acknowledge the courage it takes to seek help and the work it takes to make meaningful changes. I work collaboratively with clients and personalize treatment based on the needs and goals of the individual. Using an integrative approach that incorporates psychodynamic fundamentals, mindfulness, and cognitive-based interventions, we will work to gain insight, find meaning, and build practical skills and tools in a way that works for you. I believe in providing treatment that considers the whole person, their life experiences, cultural identities, beliefs, and values and I work with my clients to facilitate treatment outcomes beyond symptom reduction, towards true healing and personal growth. I welcome you to reach out if you are interested in working together.

The majority of my clients come to therapy expressing feelings of being overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and stuck. I help Clients work through their feelings and develop effective coping skills. Upon completion of therapy, clients walk away with a feeling of renewal and self-confidence to manage life's challenges and enjoy life.

Let's start today and help you find a better journey ahead! Family & Personal Counseling offers Video/Phone Telehealth sessions for individuals, families and couples, and all age groups, for a wide range of issues - individual concerns, relationships, family dynamics, bereavement/grief, lifestyle changes, anxiety and stress reduction, children's issues, depression and weight management. Founded by Ron Villano, LMHC, ASAC, CCH, we help you get things back on track right from the start. We have over 35 providers, all specifically selected, experienced and highly trained. We are ready to work with you! Family & Personal Counseling offers a multi-discipline approach to help you identify and reach your goals. Our providers know how to empower you with the courage and strength to face life's challenges with great therapeutic support. Day, evening, weekend and same day Telehealth appointments with calls and emails answered daily. We can help today.

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I practice what is called Person-Centered Therapy, meaning it is adapted to you and your needs. I work by the belief that true growth and change comes not just from techniques or plans, but from our relationships with each other. Using a Person-Centered approach, I look to help each person identify and use their own strengths, interests and existing supports to create the positive and healthy life for themselves that they envision. I incorporate professional and personal experiences and interests to create a relationship with clients that will foster trust and communication.

I welcome you, all of you - the good, the bad, and the ugly. I welcome the part of you that wants to scream and perhaps doesn’t know how to. I welcome the part of you that is screaming and not being heard. I welcome the part of you that constantly criticizes you – whose voice is that? I welcome the many versions of you as a child – carefree? careful? I welcome the parts of you that are shining and the parts of you that are hiding. I welcome the parts of you that feel uncontrollable and the parts of you that you keep in order. I welcome the parts you want to get rid of and the parts you cling onto. Our work together is about inviting all your inner selves to the table and hearing them out – how is each part, some seemingly “bad,” trying to help you?

Dr. Bates-Duford has engaged in extensive work and research on familial relationships, family trauma, and dysfunctions. She is known for her work with traumatic experience and symptom re-emergence. With nearly 20 years in the field of behavioral sciences, she has been instrumental in her work with stabilizing families, helping individuals and families navigate the challenges of mental illness, as well as victims of abuse/ trauma, reprocess the memory of the trauma in a manner that no longer paralyzes nor interferes with daily functioning. She is a college professor, an accomplished author of children’s books covering topics such as, conduct disorder, ADHD, parenting a child with special needs, and trauma. At FMCG we believe in the power of good mental health for both individuals & families. Our goal is to help individuals and families live a meaningful and purposeful life.

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Hello! My name is Noah Cohen, LCSW, MA and I am currently accepting insurance-based and private pay clients via Headway. As a therapist, I have helped clients find relief from depression, OCD, phobias, anxiety and trauma. Thought a unique combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and trauma-focused approaches, I will work with you to increase self-esteem and overall self-awareness. Please reach out if you are interested. Thanks!

Welcome! Thank you for being here and your willingness to create positive changes so you can experience your life more fully. Starting therapy and connecting with a therapist isn’t always an easy task and often causes some anxiety or uncertainty. I want to acknowledge your decision and let you know that I am already proud of you for making this commitment to not doing it alone! I am a warm, compassionate therapist that will provide a space where you have the opportunity to be vulnerable without expectations or judgement. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and adults. My specialty is working with individuals experiencing ongoing challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, family matters, school/job related stressors, life transitions, relationship concerns and more. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and recognize each person has different needs and unique experiences that they carry with them, all of which are valuable during the time spent in session with me. I am experienced in Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am intentional in working with my clients to explore their strengths, address stressors/barriers to change and facilitate their journey in creating real changes in their lives. I will work with you to ensure that you feel heard, safe and motivated while exploring emotions in session. When I’m not working, I am focused on my other passion that is cooking! I enjoy exploring and working with different recipes and making meaningful connections with others through food.

I am a New York State licensed Psychotherapist experienced in working with a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, loss and grief, LGBTQIA+ issues, family and relationship struggles, identity, complex life transitions, and trauma ranging from the personal to systemic. I am a graduate of Hunter College’s Silberman School of Social Work and completed training in working with Couples and Families through the Ackerman Institute for the Family and advanced post graduate training in Relational Therapy at the Stephen A. Mitchell Center for Relational Studies. I bring warmth, deep listening, honesty, cultural sensitivity and humility, and a spirit of collaboration, authenticity, and humor to my therapeutic work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have worked extensively with adolescents and emergent adults and understand that these junctures typically involve a great deal of growth and change. This can in turn be exciting and wonderful, and also sometimes disorienting and overwhelming. I approach therapy as a collaborative exploration of an individual's lived experiences, the meanings they make out of these experiences, and the relationships they cultivate with self and others in the context of these experiences and meaning-making. In therapy together we slow these conscious and lesser conscious processes down to better understand what might be happening, where people may be stuck in self-limiting narratives or patterns, where resilience, joy, and strength can be recognized, and where growth and change are possible.

College can feel overwhelming—you may be juggling classes, relationships, family expectations, and major life decisions all at once. You deserve support that helps you feel grounded, focused, and able to grow during this time. I take a strengths-based approach, recognizing the resilience and determination you already bring. As a parent who completed my degree while working full-time, I understand firsthand the challenges of balancing multiple roles. That experience shapes how I help students build boundaries, stay focused, and create sustainable strategies for success. I work best with students who want more than a space to vent. Together, we focus on practical tools, clearer direction, and meaningful change you can apply in daily life. I especially enjoy supporting working parents, adult learners, and first-generation college students navigating anxiety, cultural or family pressures, identity concerns, and relationship stress. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) LCSW with over 10 years of experience, I provide a supportive, structured space to help you feel more confident, connected, and empowered in college and beyond.

Ms. Shilpa Shah, LMHC the Clinical Director and Founder of Woodrose Counseling. She is a bilingual licensed mental health counselor fluent in Gujarati and first generation South Asian American. Her experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds and age groups in community-based and outpatient settings informs her culturally sensitive approach to treatment. Ms. Shah believes that therapy is an opportunity to explore our struggles in the context of our past experiences and patterns while in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space and developing more effective ways of navigating them. Her philosophy is that therapy is a collaborative place for finding support in healing, developing self-awareness and working towards your goals. She utilizes an eclectic approach drawing from psychodynamic, person-centered, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Therapy is a collaborative process providing an opportunity to bring awareness to how past experiences are affecting current struggles. In our sessions together, we will work towards identifying your goals and meeting your needs while working on healing, developing self-awareness, and practicing self-compassion. I will provide a safe space for you to feel emotionally supported while also helping you challenge unhelpful patterns in order work towards change.

I am a licensed psychologist with a Ph.D. from Columbia University and over a decade of clinical experience. Sometimes the hardest part is taking the first step, this could be yours! Are you feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or quietly unraveling; even though you’re “holding it all together”? You don’t have to keep managing everything on your own. Many of my clients are navigating deep emotional pain shaped by personal, cultural, and systemic pressures. Therapy can help you feel grounded, empowered, and whole again. I offer a warm, collaborative environment where your unique story is heard, honored, and supported. I have had a myriad of clinical experiences - from psychiatric emergency, inpatient, outpatient, forensic, women’s health, sub-acute care, to geriatric settings. I specialize in treating issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, college adjustment challenges, academic stress, life transitions, trauma, grief, as well as racial-cultural, immigrant and identity-based concerns. My approach blends cultural sensitivity with evidence-based care, meeting you without pressure. Starting psychotherapy is a significant step, often fraught with fear and uncertainty; I deeply respect the courage it takes. My goal is to provide a space where you feel understood, uplifted, and safe enough to explore what’s most important. Healing begins with one decision; your journey forward can start now! Don't hesitate to reach out for an appointment. I am in-network with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (formerly known as Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield), Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Providence. Private pay is also welcome if preferred and a sliding scale offered. I am now accepting new clients. If you've been waiting for a sign to start, this is it! Click the website button below to instantly see my calendar and easily book an appointment directly.

My approach is trauma-informed and integrative, weaving together elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS), narrative therapy, somatic awareness, and creative expression. Grounded in classic psychodynamics and viewed through a queer lens, my work resists rigid categories and honors complexity, multiplicity, and self-determination. I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and LGBTQIA+ individuals navigating identity, trauma, and structural inequity. Whether you're carrying the weight of old wounds, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or rewriting your own story, I am here to help you make sense of it all at your own pace.

I specializes in supporting adults dealing with challenges such as anxiety, procrastination, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. Together, you'll learn effective and practical skills using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). For deeper healing, we can use Brainspotting to access and process deeply rooted beliefs and trauma, often beyond the reach of traditional talk therapy. My practice is located in New York and is completely remote.

Hi there! I’m a somatic (body-focused), relational, and parts-work trauma and couples/relationship therapist, seeing clients all over NY state virtually. I specialize in working with folks who are: childhood and adulthood trauma survivors, LGBTQIA+, kink/BDSM-involved, polyamorous and non-monogamous, neurodivergent, chronically ill and in pain, disabled, and impacted by fatphobia. I’m entirely out-of-network/private pay and offer superbills to clients who need them to submit to their insurance companies for reimbursement.

I support clients navigating relationships, life transitions, belonging, and spiritual experiences with a warm, curious, and collaborative approach. Blending humor, empathy, and respect for your story, we explore anxiety, depression, and everyday challenges in ways that feel authentic to you. Using an eclectic mix of CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing, I help clients build resilience, self-advocacy, and clarity—whether you’re facing a challenge or simply seeking deeper self-understanding.

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