Therapists for college students near 10003
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I offer a collaborative, accepting, and reflective space where you can better understand yourself and what’s getting in the way of the life you want. I help people explore emotional and relational patterns with curiosity and self-compassion. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, or challenges in their relationships. For some, these experiences have been present for a long time; for others, they feel new. I’m proud of the supportive environment I create, and I see it as the foundation of meaningful therapy. Our work is most effective when you feel safe enough to talk about what’s hard to say elsewhere and my primary goal is to help make that possible. My approach is grounded in the belief that real change comes through insight, self-awareness, and genuine human connection.
I am only doing telehealth right now, and have immediate availability. If you are interested in that service, please call the office and leave your name, dob, and email address. We will begin the registration process, and you will then receive an invite to complete the process. You can then go online and schedule an appointment at your convenience.
I'm a therapist who believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance. I strive to create a collaborative and empowering relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey toward well-being. My approach combines elements of CBT, Person-centered, and wellness to help individual develop coping mechanisms and cultivate self-awareness. I am a therapist with 6 years of experience, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and overall wellness. Using a client-centered approach combined with CBT, I create a supportive, collaborative space where clients can explore their challenges and make meaningful change. With a background in wellness, I am dedicated to helping clients build resilience and achieve lasting emotional well-being. Understanding is the first step to acceptance, and only with acceptance can there be recovery - Dumbledore
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I provide individual, couple and family therapy specializing in trauma, relationship conflicts and life transitions.
QuIPP, the Queer Identities Psychology Partnership, is a group of mental health practitioners who specialize in working with marginalized groups...especially the LGBTQIA+ community. Our therapists are specialists in transgender mental health care, are poly- and kink-affirming, and are committed to continuing to educate ourselves on the ever-evolving needs of the queer and POC+queer communities. As such, we work with dissociative disorder, the full range of neurodiversity, and trauma (cultural, gender-based, and childhood).
It is both normal for us humans to get stuck, scared, or in our own way and also to need space and support to understand the cause of our struggles, face our fears, make changes, and grow. My goal as a therapist is to use our combined wisdom (your knowledge of yourself and your life, my experience and expertise), and sometimes that of my therapy dog Bella, to explore your concerns, increase awareness, insight, and self-compassion, identify options for change, and understand and respect what you choose to do as a result of this process. I have over 20 years experience as a psychotherapist and specifically working with university students (and staff), international persons, and musicians/performers.
Thoughts and emotions can be so powerful, but they can lead us to feeling stuck, lost, confused, dread, or even exhausted. We become so worked up that we might not know how to manage. We tend to isolate, panic, feel unseen, feel unheard, and become irritated because we don’t have the words. Clients will get to meet their present selves by exploring multiple aspects of their lives such as relationships with others and themselves, inner dialogue, communication, anxiety, depression, and more.As a therapist, I aim to create a space where clients have the opportunity to be vulnerable, grow, and feel empowered while working toward their goals and developing new skill sets. I offer a compassionate, creative, and individualized approach that is collaborative and non-judgmental. Together we will develop a deeper understanding of emotions, somatic symptoms, inner dialogue, boundaries, and how we view ourselves in order to improve our quality of life.
At Discovering Balance, we are driven by a single goal; help you achieve the contentment and happiness that you seek. We acknowledge the difficult decisions of choosing the right therapist. If you choose one of our therapist you can expect an individualized approach to change. You will be matched with a therapist that really cares about your progress and wants to see you improve. All of our therapists are licensed professionals that specialize in at least one of the following modalities: trauma informed care, CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, MB-CBT, positive psychology interventions or strength based therapy.
College can be an amazing and exciting time while also being a time of a lot of transition and acclimating to new routines and responsibilities. I work with students to help ease the challenge that those transitions can bring whether you are on your own for the first time, or have decided to go back and get your degree at a later point in life. If you are experiencing stressors that are causing symptoms of anxiety or depression or are just looking for someone you can talk to please feel free to reach out. I'm happy to schedule a consultation if you are interested in learning more about my practice or to find out if we would be a good fit.
Depression and anxiety can strike at any age. But understanding the developmental challenges our clients are facing, regardless of what life stage they are in, is fundamental to our approach. College students face an enormous array of stressors as they are learning to live independently, separating from home and family, figure out who they are and what they want to be, establishing or navigating new social groups, starting/searching for/ending significant romantic relationships, managing heavy workloads, or simply dealing with the pressure to excel. We are here to help you navigate these very real stressors, to empathize and to teach you skills to address the depression and/or anxiety these stressors can cause.
My approach is down-to -earth and professional. I believe in the importance of humor and self compassion in our time together. Being transparent in therapy is crucial; meaning I will share with you why I am asking about certain things or suggesting certain ways of coping. You will find I am easy to talk to and respect how important our time together is. I have 23 years of experience in the mental health field working with people's symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression. Much of that time has been specializing in working with college students and people looking to go into helping professions (e.g. nurses, therapists, doctors)
I received my Master's in Social Work from New York University's Silver School of Social Work. I have years of experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, eating disorders, as well as different phobias. I am trained in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (EX/RP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
I am pleased to be offering telepsychiatry services. I am currently taking new patients. Please see my website for full details.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to connect! You likely wouldn’t be reading this if you weren’t struggling with the pressures of life, and the demands placed upon you from both internal and external sources. I would like to take the time to acknowledge that where you are in your journey to find help is challenging and I am here to make that process as smooth as I am able. The first thing to know about me is that I attempt to live my life in an authentic manner that honors my truth, self-identity, and worldview; while helping others discover what that may look like for them. Some of the roles I fill in my life are husband, father, son, sibling, friend, mentor, and helper. While each of these roles is unique and requires special attention, they each contribute to my passion in life and therapeutic approach. I began my journey to becoming a therapist almost a decade ago, when I realized my previous career in healthcare management was not aligned with my passions and purpose in life. I found myself running businesses for other people who were focused on profits and growth, but lacking a focus on people and connection, which is where my heart finds fulfillment. It was then I decided to change my career path and further my knowledge in the human experience. With the goal of learning how to connect with others in a meaningful way that can lead to growth and healing, I pursued my education and licensure as a clinical mental health counselor. Through a person centered approach, which employs a wide variety of evidence based interventions, I work with my clients to achieve their goals in a way that fits them individually. I believe that every person is unique and can benefit from unconditional acceptance and compassion. By creating this environment of acceptance, we are able to identify areas that you want to change and implement strategies tailored to your experience. I look forward to meeting you and having the opportunity to help you along your journey. Contact information: jwhitlock@truedirectionmhc.com or Phone: 845-264-2477
I have over 20 years experience in the human service field. My passion is providing compassionate support for those struggling with life's challenges in a safe and non-judgmental environment; assisting individuals in addressing what is troubling them; whether it is marital conflict, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, anger management, serious mental illness, etc.; helping them to achieve their personal goals; effecting positive change and working toward desired outcomes. I incorporate principles from the Christian faith for those who desire that but work with all people/faiths indiscriminately. I love working with college-aged individuals; helping them to navigate the difficulties associated with entering adulthood successfully. I am closely located to Canisius, Medaille, UB South and Buffalo State colleges. Public transportation is available: the bus stops in front of the office and the Humboldt/Hospital Metrorail station is a block away. I also derive great joy in assisting married couples in developing more effective ways of communicating with the end goal of resolving conflict and enjoying a more satisfying relationship where both parties feel valued and connected to each other in a deep way.
My history of working in school settings from pre-K through college has shaped my approach to therapy, which is rooted in the belief that counseling is a learning process. From the foundation of a strong client/counselor partnership, clients can build skills and gain understanding to foster better relationships with both themselves and others, while also developing a more intentional and effective process for responding to stressors and challenges. Together, we can collaborate to clarify your goals for counseling and develop an individualized plan that balances support, insight, and skill building. Please visit my website or reach out by phone or email to help you decide if we'd be a good fit.
Are you ready for a better quality of life? I believe you have come to the right place! Maybe you notice that you are constantly feeling worried and anxious about things going on in your life. Maybe you are dealing with trauma or a life transition, leaving you feeling vulnerable or out of sorts. Sometimes struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or facing a stressful life transition can make it difficult to achieve your personal goals. Symptoms can be uncomfortable and can have a negative impact in many areas of your life. Whatever your reasons are, you are already on the right track by seeking professional help. I am a seasoned therapist who has been helping members of the community in various settings for over a decade. I provide a friendly, therapeutic and professional environment to help you on your personal journey. It is so important to feel comfortable with the therapist that you are working with. Feel free to make an appointment with me just to meet and figure out if we are a good fit!