Therapists for college students near New York University

Hola mi gente! I am a licensed, bilingual mental health counselor who works with college-aged and emerging adult populations. I support students experiencing anxiety, depression, stress management concerns, and life transitions by providing a collaborative and non-judgmental space to explore challenges and build practical coping skills. My goal is to help students feel supported, empowered, and better equipped to navigate both academic and personal stressors. I offer services in both English and Spanish.

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.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing supportive psychotherapy to teens, families and young adults living with anxiety, depression and stress.

We work best with students who feel deeply and think a lot. Many of the students we support are navigating major life changes, identity questions, relationship challenges, or the pressure to succeed while feeling like they are falling behind inside. If you have ever felt like you are carrying a lot beneath the surface or trying to make sense of big emotions and experiences, you are not alone. In therapy, we create a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and build the tools to move through life with more self-awareness and confidence.

*Accepting new clients* Hi, I’m Cassandra, a licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to empowering college students as they navigate the exciting yet challenging transitions of campus life. Whether you're facing anxiety, stress, relationship issues, identity exploration, academic pressure, or feeling overwhelmed, I provide a safe and supportive space for you to come and talk. **Why Students Come to Me:** 1. You're experiencing stress from exams or deadlines. 2. You're adjusting to campus life or feeling homesick. 3. You're struggling with motivation or self-esteem. 4. You're dealing with anxiety, panic, or depression. 5. You want to enhance your relationships or set healthy boundaries. 6. You're exploring your identity, purpose, or direction. **My Approach:** I collaborate with you in a non-judgmental environment, using evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy, all tailored to support your journey. My mission is to help you feel understood, empowered, and equipped with the tools you need to thrive both academically and personally. Reach out to me today. What do you have to lose?

College is a time of new experiences and growth - gaining independence, choosing a career path, living with a roommate, making new friends. All of these can be stressful, but you don't have to navigate these changes alone. Together, we can work through challenges and you will learn tips and strategies to help reduce the stressors in your life.

Hello! I'm a LMHC in the state of NY working primarily with young adults and those looking to explore their identity. I enjoy looking at things with a creative and holistic approach. My previous time working in and around the arts also helps to inform the way I work. I hope that I can be a helpful partner on your journey.

Hey, man. Your friends, family, or your partner aren't supposed to be your therapist. You need an outlet where you can be vulnerable, speak freely, and unburden yourself without any fear of backlash that could damage the relationship. You want a return on investment of the time, money, and energy that you put into therapy because that's what matters most. You need a therapist who gets you because you deserve to build a life worth living. This relationship needs to feel right, and you want a therapist who can join you through the truth, tell you like it is, and help you find the best tools for your toolbox. Usually, clients connect with me because of challenges connected to men's issues, grief & loss, emotion regulation, relationship issues, and life transitions through pregnancy and postpartum.

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I have worked with young people for 20 years. I practice from a strength based, solution focused perspective. I have supported young people in the areas of depression, anxiety, gender identity, ADHD, stress, grief, executive functioning, body image and life transitions. We work to identify your hopes for our work together and how you can take steps towards your goals.

Living with intrusive thoughts, urges, images, or other related mental health stressors each day can feel exhausting and debilitating. In sessions, we will explore the nature of your symptoms, learn tools you can use to manage these symptoms, and aim to reach a point where you can live the life you value and desire! We work with all ages for those struggling with OCD, anxiety, depression, and related disorders. We take a collaborative, holistic, and problem-solving approach to treatment using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).

Welcome! Each individual's journey is unique. As a therapist, I assist my clients in growing into the best version of themselves. I am inspired by every individual's ability to be self aware, vulnerable and resilient. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy and mindfulness-based interventions. I graduated from the University of Rochester with my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working in non-profit mental health clinic settings serving children, teens and young adults. My expertise includes anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress management, relationship difficulties, adjusting to life transitions, interpersonal skill development, and self-esteem building. We will work to build a strong therapeutic relationship, and to together determine the goals you wish to accomplish throughout your therapeutic journey. Each time we meet, we work collaboratively to process any past or current stressors that may be impacting your ability to be your best self. As your therapist, I will work at your desired pace but I will also guide and challenge you as needed. I value a strong therapeutic relationship and come to every session with warmth, compassion and high energy (and there's always time for a good laugh as well)!​

Hi there! My name is Sarah McCumiskey and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling. I would like to offer you my assistance and will do so from a compassionate, existential approach; I will allow you to guide my understanding of you and your goals and/or issues you would like to address that has you seeking counseling. I have developed my experience and expertise in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment as well as outpatient substance abuse treatment. I have had my own private practice for the past five years. My experience has allowed me to hone skills necessary to help in the treatment of a variety mood and anxiety disorders as well as issues related to the problematic use of substances. I offer therapy related to grief and loss issues in addition to life stages changes and everything in between. With your permission, I would like the opportunity to work with you in addressing whatever struggle is interfering with you living your best life.

I commend you for taking the first step at bettering your mental health! My focus is working with teens-young adults. I specialize in relationship issues, women's issues, and life transitions. I also have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, trauma, family conflict, internalized stress, and self-esteem. My approach is warm and empathetic, I often use humor and sarcasm (when appropriate) to help the client feel comfortable and relatable. I use an integrated intervention method mixed with cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, strengths-based perspective, compassion focused, and culturally sensitive, however, I adjust the treatment modality to best suit your needs. It is important to show up and be an active participant in therapy to work toward the changes you desire, and I look forward to helping you with that journey!

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I love supporting college students and have been doing so for the past 15 years. I spent much of that time providing therapy in New York City, before returning to my home town of Fairfield, CT to continue my practice. In addition to in person appointments, I continue to provide telehealth sessions for any students located in CT or NY. I also have experience with this age group in schools, medical and psychiatric hospital settings and in the classroom while teaching at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College. I truly enjoy working with my clients and draw upon my own experience and their inherent strengths to achieve change in a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment. ​

School can be tough; you may find yourself overwhelmed with navigating academic stress, adjusting to an unfamiliar city, or struggling to form meaningful friendships. We love working with students who work hard at seeming completely put together but feel like things are quickly unraveling. Our work together will focus on helping you feel deeply understood and capable of change. We're ready to help you make sense of and thrive in this new phase of your life. We see clients at our offices in Hartford, CT and virtually across Connecticut and New York. Call or email to connect; we look forward to speaking with you!

The mission of the Center for Coping’s Coping Counselors is to help you cope with the difficulties of everyday life… medical conditions, stress, depression, anxiety, bereavement, family or relationship issues, and many other problems.

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I specialize in helping people cope with the emotional ups and downs of life transitions, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship endings, and academic and career stress. I can help you find your way back to feeling whole again and learn to treat yourself with self-compassion. I have an extensive background in providing counseling for undergraduate and graduate students, including medical students and residents. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for people to be heard and seen and find hope for the future. I work from a strengths based, client centered and trauma-informed approach, and work with people in a collaborative and authentic way. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and relational therapy.