Therapists for college students near 10003

Hello! I’m a therapist who believes that real healing happens through self-compassion, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. If you’re feeling stuck in the same old patterns—overthinking, people-pleasing, shutting down emotionally—I’m here to help you shift that. A big part of my work is helping people feel their feelings in a real, embodied way. We’ll slow down, tune into your body, and start to notice what’s actually going on underneath the surface. I use somatic tools to help you reconnect with yourself and move through emotional blocks—not just talk about them. At the same time, I’ll support you in building practical skills that make daily life feel more manageable and empowering. I always keep a trauma-informed lens and acknowledge how systems of oppression and past experiences impact your nervous system, relationships, and sense of self. Therapy with me is about creating space for change while being kind to yourself along the way. You don’t have to figure it all out alone.

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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Master-level CASAC, Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). With over 10 years of experience working in higher education and 7 years teaching counseling courses, I understand the unique challenges students face and use that insight to enhance my work as a therapist. I provide a supportive and authentic space to address anxiety, trauma, substance use, life transitions, and identity exploration. My approach is person-centered and integrates tools from Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and emotion-focused techniques—always tailored to your needs. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to carry them alone. In therapy with me, you’ll find compassion, clarity, and guidance to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.

We work with young adults and adults to help them explore their past, present and futures. We will work together to ensure that you take control over any symptoms that are causing you distress. In a confidential and nonjudgmental space, we will uncover your roadblocks, help you get to know yourself better, determine what you want in life and harness your strengths to achieve those goals.

Alanna Stark is a Mental Health Counselor who calls on her experience as an educator to truly connect with her clients, maximize their current potential, and achieve future goals. She has a gentle and empathic approach and is passionate about helping others work through obstacles in their personal, social, and professional lives. Her particular interests include helping clients with issues related to anxiety, life transitions, improving interpersonal relationships, depression, self-esteem, and ADHD. Every individual is unique and has different needs. It is my job to tailor my approach to you. My approach to therapy is collaborative, where we will explore current difficulties, personal beliefs, and values. Together we will find ways to help you cope, and uncover the connection between past and present experiences. Should we decide to work together, I will give you my full attention, a safe place to express yourself, and my knowledge and experience to give you as much support as I can. I may offer you a different perspective, I may challenge you in a supportive way, and I may suggest various coping strategies so that you can start to make the changes that you want. I understand the difficulty of deeply understanding and facing thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. As your therapist, I will support you and be authentic with you. If you need someone to help you with your journey, I encourage you to reach out. It would be my pleasure to work with you.

Are you ready to enhance your self-esteem, stop people pleasing and become the victor in your story? I can't wait to partner with you as you scale the mountain of life! With over 14 years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), I am deeply committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve their fullest potential. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My specialties include: life transitions, codependency, boundary setting, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing and relationship/attachment difficulties. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-based techniques. I tailor my interventions to meet the unique needs and goals of each client, promoting self-awareness, personal growth, and lasting change.

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I hold a graduate degree in Social Work from SUNY Albany (2006) and have numerous years of experience working with diverse clients. I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is empathetic and solution-focused, allowing us to work together on actionable steps to reach your goals. I focus on the strengths you already possess and explore how we can use them to create positive change. My goal is to help you gain insight and develop practical tools to address challenges in your life. Each session is tailored to meet your unique needs, with an emphasis on collaboration and trust.

Serving the community since 1979 as a comprehensive victims services agency, the mission of the Victims Assistance Center of Jefferson County is to assist and provide direct services to victims/survivors of violence and crime in Jefferson County, NY. Victimization does not end with the violence of the crime itself. The Victims Assistance Center recognizes these complex issues and assists individuals and families in our community through a variety of direct services.

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It is a courageous act, reaching out to a stranger for help. This courage that brought you to this webpage is real and will take you to the next step of healing. Whether you are looking for answers for yourself or for someone you love, you are making the right decision by reaching out. Through a unique blend of Psychotherapy, Integrative Hypnotherapy, Bazi Analysis, Qi Gong, Mindfulness, I help move my clients to a better understanding of themselves, their relationships and the world in which they live, love and play. Thank you for stopping by today and I hope I hear from you soon!

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I’m a caring, outdoor loving, problem solving person at heart. I’m passionate about helping others feel alive, confident and encouraged. I have found many tools along my professional and personal journey to support people in managing painful emotions, de-escalating family and partner conflict and living a life informed, not run, by emotions. I’ve experienced how strong and complicated, messy and beautiful families can be. I’ve also seen how trauma, seemingly “small” or “large,” can affect a person and those closest to them, how it can empower and debilitate. Emotions can be confusing and they can also help cultivate our strengths. When it comes to facing painful emotions, people can sometimes feel alone, scared and hopeless, with nowhere to turn. There are resources, places, people and skills that can help. You don’t have to do this alone. I want you to know that it’s possible to find comfort and hope in the midst of loss, trauma, conflict or whatever challenge you may be facing. While I believe one of the most important factors in making therapy work for you is how you connect with your therapist, it’s also important you be given the tools and care to move you toward your goals. All too often I’ve seen how discouraged people become by mental health care and it’s my goal to provide a service that is routed in effective methods and treatment and a genuine, caring space for you to share and shape your story. I am committed to helping individuals and families get “unstuck” and lead you toward experiencing joy, genuine connection, hope and the ability to access your strengths, passions and resources. No matter what your age, socio-economic status, religion, race, sexual orientation, gender identity or culture, mental health can affect us all; and sometimes these factors can unfairly make it even more challenging to navigate. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for everyone to talk and heal.

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Welcome to Ascend Psychiatry where a quick answered phone will connect you to the right provider all within days and not weeks. We are proud to say that we even offer same day appts.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and also a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC level 2). I have a Masters of Education in mental health, addictions, and marriage and family therapy. I have worked with families, adolescents and adults for over the last 13 years in outpatient, in-home therapy settings, detox/inpatient rehab and hospital settings. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.

My approach to therapy is strengths based and collaborative. Therapy will be a place for you to learn more about yourself and how to move your life in a valued direction. I am neurodiversity affirming, LGBTQIA affirming, and culturally responsive. Treatment will draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques rooted in goal-oriented strategies and interventions.

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY CONSULTATION SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH NEURODEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS SUCH AS ADHD AND AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS ALONG WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES (including Dyslexia and Nonverbal Learning Disability) Focus is on psychoeducation and insight regarding the individuals neurodevelopmental issues along with coping and management strategies. This includes, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders (Aspergers), and learning disabilities including dyslexia and Nonverbal Learning Disorders. Strategies will focus on practical, everyday methods to assist with organization, planning, time perception, and task completion deficits. Cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and anxiety

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