Therapists for college students near New York, NY
By the time people reach out to me, they often feel overwhelmed, stuck, and unable to move forward. Do you struggle with anxiety and fear, constantly on edge, and unable to relax? Do you feel isolated and alone in your experience? Are your relationships suffering, leaving you feeling guilty and ashamed, unsure of how to cope? Are you experiencing uncontrollable nightmares and flashbacks? Many people facing these symptoms of trauma feel hopeless, saying, "I feel like I'm losing myself and need help finding my way back. I'm afraid to talk about it, but I know I need to." Therapy with me begins exactly where you are. I will be your guide, offering support and virtually holding your hand throughout your healing journey. Together, we will: Improve your understanding of trauma and its impact on your thoughts and feelings. Reduce avoidance behaviors and difficulties in experiencing positive emotions. Alleviate distress related to traumatic memories. Decrease feelings of anxiety, anger, guilt, and shame. Enhance your day-to-day living, and improve your relationship with yourself and others. By the end of therapy with me, you'll find relief from past pain, feel calmer and happier, and see improvements in your daily life and relationships. Feeling safe in a therapeutic setting is paramount. As survivors, it’s natural to want to get to know the specialist you’re working with before sharing difficult feelings and your story. I invite you to book a consultation to see if we are the right fit. Let’s embark on this journey together towards healing and transformation.
Our talented team of professionals consists of career changer counselors, newly emerging into the profession, and expert counselors, putting their advanced niche training into action. Professionally, we embody a myriad of unique counseling specialties and treatment styles, and personally, each of our therapists embraces their own cultural intersectional identities. Our team encompasses multiple representations of sociocultural groups, and whether you are seeking a therapist who is similar to you, or who is different from you, we are consistent in our compassion, empathy, and communication. We take pride in recognizing and understanding you for yourself, nurturing the therapeutic relationship, and providing service that is above and beyond expectations. What makes our group practice unique is that we are more than just a team of therapists providing services to clients. We strongly believe in taking care of our providers because if our therapists are not feeling satisfied and fulfilled in their work, they will not be able to help clients thrive in achieving their therapy goals. We are thrilled to provide our team with generous employee wellness benefits, fruitful clinical supervision, evolved multicultural counseling competency support, and unmatched professional growth and development opportunities.
Hello, I’m Jordan. I’m a licensed psychoanalyst and relationship coach specializing in somatic therapy and couples therapy. I work with both individuals and couples in NYC and throughout the world. We will collaborate to identify the dilemmas you are facing, and co-create a process of growth to help you take the next step towards healing and greater life satisfaction and fulfillment. Therapy is for everyone. No matter what your challenges are, you don’t have to do it alone.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in mental health, advocacy, and education. Through these experiences, and my own healing journey, I have come to understand the importance of safety, trust, and authenticity as a therapist. I prioritize creating a safe and affirming environment—one that values and elevates you and your lived experiences. I work with individuals struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. I have a particular expertise working with survivors of complex trauma, including interpersonal violence, sexual assault, and attachment wounding.
Specializing in fostering empathetic connections, I provide support for clients of all backgrounds. My therapeutic style is characterized by a gentle and welcoming approach, creating a safe and accepting space where clients can explore, heal, and grow. I believe in the power of collaboration and tailor my methods to suit the unique needs of each client. I am trauma-informed and support clients confronting a range of challenges especially if requiring a more AAPI/culturally sensitive approach. I also work with clients navigating religious trauma and challenges, and am able to provide faith-based and/or spiritually sensitive counseling based on client needs. I believe in the client and in the expertise of their experiences. My training and background prioritizes identifying your strengths and prioritizing you as the center of your story and healing. Together, we can work towards growth and change—where you’re supported, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges.
Life in NYC can be exciting — and overwhelming. I help teens, college students, and young adults in NY manage anxiety, depression, mood/personality disorders, stress, trauma, and relationship issues using an eclectic therapeutic approach that targets your unique needs. If you’re struggling with stress, self-doubt, or life transitions, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll navigate the difficult stuff; with humor, resilience, and lots of reflection. Therapy doesn't have to be scary. It can be a safe space to explore challenges and grow. My goal is to help you feel grounded, empowered, and, unapologetically, more like yourself. Sessions with me are virtual, collaborative, and practical with a focus on your unique needs and characteristics and how we can draw from your existing strengths. Virtual therapy can be just as impactful as in-person therapy, and more convenient, too! I welcome clients of all cultures/identities. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about next steps in your life, I can help. Together, we’ll create a safe, nonjudgmental, and compassionate space where you can explore your challenges, discover your strengths, and move forward with purpose. With empathy and accountability, we'll get you there! Call or email Alexis Valentin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 722-0949
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I engage with clients relationally to understand how unconscious dynamics impede connection and growth. I work with both individuals and couples seeking to understand their attachment styles, communication patterns, and family dynamics and have specialized experience in working with psychosis, sexual trauma, grief, and aging issues
Hi! my name is Kevin! thank you for taking a moment to view my profile! I believe that therapy provides an opportunity to talk about tough subjects without judgment, and the more we talk about them, the less stigmatized they can make us feel while opening possibilities for greater connection. I aim to aid each of my patients in discovering safety and trust within our therapeutic relationship to improve their quality of life and the lives of those around them. I have a strong desire to know the person (or people) in front of me as ‘people’ rather than a set of symptoms or diagnostic criteria. Beyond merely considering the symptoms patients are experiencing, I look at the interconnectedness of the systems that may influence what’s bringing them into therapy, including work, school, religious institutions, economic status, family, relationships, and more.
As a Clinical Social Worker for more than a decade, I have assisted many individuals like yourself navigate through various difficult life transitions. It would be an honor for me to start collaborating with you on achieving your desired transformation. Working together, you will gain the support and tools in order to approach your personal journey with hope, confidence and peace so you may ultimately gain mastery over your life. If you are struggling with problems related to depression, anxiety, isolation, loss, relationship difficulty, past/current traumatic experiences, interpersonal conflicts or other difficult life transitions you will gain further insights and strategies on how to alleviate distress and achieve interpersonal efficacy to live a more fulfilling life. I use a variety of patient centered and strength-based approaches such as Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, Motivational interviewing, Supportive psychotherapy, Coping skills building and other therapeutic framework to help you achieve the desired change you are seeking. You don't have to go through it alone. Make an appointment today.
Alaina specializes in working with teenagers, college students, and the LGBT Community. Alaina also focuses on treating Anxiety, BPD, ADHD, Trauma, and General Life Stressors. Alaina operates from a Person Centered Lens which means the client is the expert in their own life, therefore, she will collaborate with you to find the best possible approach.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I begin each therapeutic connection with getting to know you and the areas of your life, and together we will conceptualize your life through a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens and how these elements interact with each other and affect your overall wellbeing. I use a personal style that blends humor, creativity, sensitivity, sensibility, and evidence-based short term, measureable, attainable, realistic, and timely (SMART) strategies to help you grow in your areas of life and relationships and achieve your identified goals. I have specialized skills in play therapy modalities, trauma counseling, and medical family therapy. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you toward achieving your goals! ***Please leave a voicemail message when calling; calls without messages will not be answered to maintain confidentiality.
I am passionate about supporting people on their journeys of self-exploration, empowerment, and healing. While this journey looks different for everyone, therapy provides us with a unique opportunity to learn more about ourselves- our identities, the people and places that have shaped us, and life experiences. I have deep respect for the courage it takes to show up for ourselves in this way and believe we can do so with curiosity and compassion. I believe in the transformative power of feeling deeply seen and valued in the therapeutic relationship and have personally experienced how it can help us cultivate better relationships with ourselves and others. Together, we may want to explore practices that have helped you survive thus far and experiment with new or different strategies. You may be looking to understand big or challenging feelings bubbling up while navigating life’s complexities. Or you may want to feel more rooted in yourself and your values and want to shift into a more embodied way of moving through the world. Whatever brought you here- I’ll support you every step of the way. We’ll work together to explore your unique needs, while honoring your strengths and innate wisdom. I don’t see myself as an “expert,” rather a skilled and caring partner, excited to support you as we navigate this work together. I strive to be anti-oppressive in my approach, paying special attention to the ways in which people are impacted by systems and -isms as well as my own positionality as a therapist. I completed my Bachelor’s in Gender & Women’s Studies and Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and my Master’s in Social Work at Columbia University. I've been providing therapy in community-based settings for the past 5 years, working predominantly with female, trans, and nonbinary survivors of the criminal legal system and family court system as well as survivors of intimate partner violence/ domestic violence. I am especially passionate about supporting student activists and organizers on campus. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming and I have training in self-psychology and AEDP, a trauma-focused somatic-based modality. I am also completing training for internal family systems. Some of the theoretical perspectives that inform my work include attachment theory, relational approaches, liberation psychology, and narrative therapy. I am also deeply influenced by my abolitionist values. Therapy sessions with me typically occur weekly, although bi-weekly is possible for established clients. I am able to meet via telehealth exclusively (my practice is 100% telehealth with no in-person sessions). I am currently accepting insurance and am also an out-of-network provider. This means that you may be eligible to receive reimbursement through your insurance coverage. My full fee is $150 per 45-minute individual therapy session. If you are interested in learning more about what therapy with me might look like, please reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation by emailing here: margaret.horwitz@balancedmindofny.com
My clients are often navigating intense emotional experiences—grief, anxiety, depression, or the impact of major life transitions like divorce, career shifts, or the end of important relationships. Many carry unresolved pain from trauma, abandonment, or difficult family dynamics and are seeking more than just surface-level coping—they want clarity, healing, and meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Megan! I’m a licensed therapist in New York, New Jersey, and North Carolina who helps people feeling burned out, anxious, or stuck in survival mode reconnect with balance and purpose. Many of my clients come to me after feeling overwhelmed by work, relationships, or the constant pressure to keep going — even when they’re running on empty. I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, make sense of what’s been weighing on you, and learn healthier ways to cope. My style is compassionate and collaborative — I meet you where you are and help you build practical tools for stress, boundaries, and self-care that actually fit your life. Before starting my private practice, I worked in behavioral health settings supporting individuals living with substance use, bipolar disorder, and other chronic mental health conditions. That experience taught me that healing isn’t one-size-fits-all — and that real change happens when therapy feels safe, personalized, and empowering. If you’re ready to move from burnout to balance, I’d love to help you take that next step.
Kate Laux is a trauma informed holistic Creative Arts Therapist who uses a range of psychological theory and arts based modalities to meet individual, couple, and family needs. Kate has a background providing meaning centered psychotherapy involving life transitions, trauma, grief, and a changing body. She has worked in hospital settings (oncology, eating disorders and palliative care) as well as worked with marginalized unhoused and housing insecure communities which includes survivors of domestic violence and working with formerly incarcerated people and those living with addiction/dual diagnosis. Kate has participated in Art Hives, free community art studios, in the US and Canada, which brings inclusive and accessible art-making outlets that are open to all. Her goal is to connect, collaborate, and empower together. Sessions are strengths focused, tap into inherent creative abilities, and nurture self-discovery and transformations.
We work with students struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD and PTSD. We offer sliding scale rates. Sessions with a Masters level intern is $35.