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Therapists for college students near New York University

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Nelusha Abeywardena (Sol Health)
Pre-Licensed Professional
Hicksville, NY

Have you ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of your path? My name is Nelusha, and I am here to remind you that you are not alone. As a first-generation student pursuing a degree in Mental Health Counseling at the New York Institute of Technology, I am deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In our sessions, we will work together to navigate the challenges you’re facing, whether it’s stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or uncertainties about career and school. My therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and person-centered techniques, allowing us to tailor our work to your unique needs and goals. Whether it’s developing practical tools for coping, exploring past experiences, or rediscovering your sense of self, we will collaborate to help you find clarity and balance. I believe every person’s story is valuable, and it’s my honor to walk alongside you on your journey. Together, we will uncover patterns, address barriers, and empower you to move forward with resilience and confidence. My hope is to provide you with a nurturing environment where you feel seen, heard, and supported as you work toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Let’s take the first step together toward a brighter, more fulfilling future. Nelusha Abeywardena is a therapist-in-training at Sol Health. Sol Health is a digital health start up that offers $30 therapy to Gen Z's by connecting them with therapist-in-training accruing clinical hours.

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Calvin Collins
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Wilmington, DE

Welcome: My name is Dr. Collins I would love to help you navigate those difficult moments in your life. Please relax, brief, focus on calm. Your Mental Health is most important. "Let's celebrate Love, Faith, Understanding, Improved Communicaton." 941-237-1199

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Melissa Slegona, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Suffern, NY

Hi there! Currently I'm providing telehealth via a secure, user-friendly and HIPAA compliant telehealth platform. I see many clients who struggle with anxiety and stress-management, relationship concerns, life-stage stressors, and self-worth/self-esteem issues. College is often described as "some of the best years of your life" ....by well-intentioned people who likely have not experienced life as a college student in the 21st century. Many of my college-aged clients come to therapy seeking guidance once the juggling act of friends, dating, family, homework, classes, labs, group projects, extracurricular obligations, etc...starts to become overwhelming, and "me-time" a distant memory. While therapy itself certainly can't remove anything from your plate, it can help you to reconfigure and re-prioritize your life in a way that can bring greater peace of mind, and restore a sense of balance. Feel free to reach out and we'll see if this can be a good fit for your needs! Melissa

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Michelle Conti, PsyD
Psychologist
Oceanside, NY

I help college students and young adults with adjustment to college life, stress of academics, balancing social and educational growth, and gaining confidence. Additionally, I work with those who struggle with anxiety (general, phobias, OCD) , attention issues, learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. If you're overwhelmed, overstressed, or have been struggling, you can start here and I can help you create a plan to move forward and achieve your goals.

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Jim Kramer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Pleasantville, NY

College a new world. Young adults often begin to experience anxiety and depression for the first time there, while some have been struggling for years. Either way, dealing with these feelings with experienced help is often the most effective way to approach emotional issues. I’ve worked with many college students on anxiety, depression, the stress of academics, social issues, family conflict, anxiety about careers, and other issues that come up out of this huge change. I help students learn to relate to themselves with curiosity and compassion, quieting that inner voice of self criticism, which will then allow a transition to change and growth. If we both think it’s helpful, I can also intervene with parents, in order to help them understand your struggles better, and have more supportive, constructive family discussions. I also teach mindfulness skills, which helps to cope with overwhelming feelings.

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Nikole Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Fishers, IN

I believe in finding the "silver linings" when faced w/ challenges. We all go through highs & lows in life, but sometimes the lows can begin to feel overwhelming. My goal as a therapist is to help guide you through your challenges by offering a nonjudgmental space w/ gentle feedback & direction.

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Colman Durkee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Arlington, NY

The focus of my work is helping young people, adults, and couples respond to and manage feelings that negatively impact life, relationships, and work. I have successfully helped many young adults work through and solve problems coping with transitions and life adjustments. As a clinical social worker and psychotherapist in community mental health settings in NYC and the Hudson Valley, I have helped people experiencing acute symptoms of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress, among other problems. I specialize in supporting people in their relationships with others but also with themselves. My clinical work focuses on addressing emotional needs and how these are expressed outwardly but also implicitly, in ways that often go unnoticed. My therapeutic approach is influenced by both psychodynamic psychotherapy and emotionally-focused therapy, two experiential techniques in which I have begun training. I specialize in supporting people in their relationships with others, but also with themselves. Often, it is helpful to center emotional needs. Together we will explore how these needs are expressed outwardly, but also implicitly, in ways that often go unnoticed.

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Fatima Banister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Rochester, NY

The mission of Path of Discovery Counseling Services is to guide millennial women of color on a path of discovery, healing, and self-reflection by examining, envisioning, and exploring how they can live a more authentic and peaceful life.

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Chloe Schroeder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ithaca, NY

I offer virtual therapy in a supportive space where you can share your experiences and develop new skills. Whether you’re working through trauma, anxiety, or life’s everyday stressors I’m here to listen, support, and help you grow.

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Soulshine Counseling Services
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Fulton, NY

We offer professional strength-based therapy and supportive services to clients and encourage personal growth and healing. Our services are designed to enhance the client's ability to make positive choices for themselves and help empower them to meet their goals. We specialize in providing mental health treatment and team collaboration to those 14+ with eating disorders. In addition, we supervise those becoming certified in the field of eating disorder counseling. Though treating people with eating disorders is our specialty, we are happy to treat other mental health challenges. Soon after we began our careers, we quickly realized the need for professionals that specialize in eating disorder treatment. We gained and maintained our Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Supervisor (CEDS-S) qualifications through The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals. We understand that life can be challenging but given the right psychoeducation, support and tools, people have the power to change their lives. If you are considering teletherapy, we encourage you to reach out and we can see if working together can help you meet your goals. We are now accepting new clients age 14+ for telehealth only.

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Julie Safaty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Hauppauge, NY

I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been practicing for 7 years. I am here to offer you a safe, relaxed and judgement free atmosphere, as seeking therapy can be intimidating. Together, we will learn how to move through life with positive solutions and gain inner peace. The areas I specialize in are substance use/abuse, narcissistic abuse recovery, depression, anxiety and grief/loss along with various different issues.

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Paniccia Psychotherapy
Group practice
Islandia, NY

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Janet Hoffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
West Orange, NJ

Many of the people I work with have complicated histories and families. They have struggled with relationships and symptoms of one kind or another and come to therapy to share their experiences, often for the very first time. I earned my doctorate at Rutgers University in the School of Social Work and I have been in private practice for over twenty-five years working with adults, couples, adolescents and families. I received my MSW at Columbia University and a Post Masters Certificate in Individual Therapy at Hunter College School of Social Work. I completed my psychoanalytic training at The Center for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis of New Jersey; I serve on the Board of Directors and Training Committee as Dean of Students and I teach and supervise psychotherapists. My approach to therapy utilizes Contemporary Psychoanalysis, Attachment Theory, Trauma Theory, Emotionally Focused Theory (EFT), and EMDR.

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Sarah McCumiskey
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Churchville, NY

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.

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IMPACT Psychological Services
Group practice
Fishkill, NY

Our team offers a safe and supportive environment to help you thrive. We offer a range of services including individual, couples, and family therapy, psychoeducational testing, and parent coaching. Our dedicated team works with adults, children, adolescents, and families both in-person at our Mamaroneck, NY (Westchester), and Beacon, NY (Hudson Valley) locations as well as online (NY, NJ, CT, and FL). Our practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, welcoming of neurodiversity, and committed to social justice.

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Be Embodied LLC
Clinic or agency
Kenmore, NY

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Jamie Kenyon
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Hilton, NY

I strive to create an atmosphere of trust, respect, and compassion that allows people to become more self-aware, to find healing, and to living a more fulfilling life. I'm very familiar with the needs and issues of undergraduate, graduate, and medical students because I worked for two years at the University Counseling Center and have had many students in my practice. I offer individual and relationship counseling and integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques based on the particular needs of each client or couple. I provide support and direction, but also find it essential to work collaboratively with my clients. And, I not only help address the specific problems clients bring to therapy, but also strive to assist them in identifying and fostering their specific strengths and abilities. I have a teletherapy only practice. I’ve worked with a large number of students via this format and it has proved very successful. Many people like it because it's so convenient, especially when they’re juggling a busy schedule or don't have transportation. I’m always glad to have an initial conversation to answer any questions you might have about teletherapy or my practice. A note about insurance and payment: Some insurances other than those listed under the finance section may be covered. Actual costs for therapy are based on your insurance's copay amounts. Most clients with insurance only pay between $10-$40 per session. If I'm not able to accept your insurance, session costs will be based on your income if you are emancipated from your parents or a graduate student. If you are still a dependent in your parent's household then your fee would be based on your parent's combined income.

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Carrie Christensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Branford, CT

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Jennifer Competello
Group practice
Westbury, NY

I am a firm believer that not all therapeutic approaches fit all. CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing have shown to be beneficial throughout my experience as a therapist. With this increased insight, clients can challenge these maladaptive thoughts which can lead to improvements in behaviors and positive outcomes in their lives.

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Eric Kaufman
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
East Rochester, NY

Are you feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks and assignments, struggling with motivation, or finding it difficult to achieve your goals? Do negative thought spirals, impulsivity, low self esteem or communication peoblems affect your daily life and relationships? As an LMHC who has ADHD and also specializes in ADHD, I understand these struggles. With 9 years of experience, I have worked with all sorts of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I am an LGBTQ+ ally. I work with young adults and adults. I am straight/Cis, but my clients are pretty evenly split between straight/Cis and LGBTQ. I take Aetna, United, Cigna and most BCBs plans including Excellus.

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