Therapists for college students near New York University

When life feels unpredictable or overwhelming, therapy offers a space to pause and find your footing. Balancing academic pressure, family expectations, and questions about identity can feel especially heavy. I work with students navigating transitions such as starting a new school, adjusting to college, graduating, or finding their place in demanding environments. Therapy with me is a supportive, judgment-free space where you can openly explore stress, identity, relationships, past experiences, and self-doubt. Together, we’ll build coping tools, confidence, and self-compassion, so you don’t have to carry everything on your own.

I work alongside my clients to empower them and help build confidence in their ability to achieve their goals and create a life that feels fulfilling and balanced. Whether you're navigating dating, relationships, decision-making, life transitions, anxiety, depression, or your career, I’m in your corner—believing in your capacity to grow, thrive, and make meaningful changes. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you can better understand your emotions, build resilience, and develop healthier patterns in both relationships and how you see yourself. I understand that life as a young professional can be overwhelming and often leads to self-doubt and internal distress. I work with clients to uncover and shift the internal narratives that may be holding them back from showing up fully and authentically in relationships and life. In our sessions, I’ll help you manage stress and anxiety, set healthy boundaries, and navigate career transitions with intention.

Melissa Broughton is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who has a diverse range of clinical experiences across all levels of the mental health system. Her approach acknowledges pharmacology as just one element of improving a patient’s mental health while also empowering clients to engage in therapy and other avenues of wellness (nutrition, fitness, and social connection).

When you make the decision to attend therapy, you are making the decision to prioritize your wellbeing in a fundamentally unique way. Therapy is something that can be challenging, but also transformative– Especially for those who have not been listened to, believed, or had the freedom to pause and practice introspection due to the demands of life. Knowing the challenges of finding a therapist who can understand your life experiences, I prioritize working with communities with whom I share personal experience. This includes, but is not limited to: LGBTQIA+, polyamorous/ENM, BDSM/kink, sex worker, SA/DV survivors, neurodivergent, chronically ill & disabled communities. My work is grounded in Relational-Cultural Therapy, which emphasizes the importance of the relationship between therapist and client as an essential part of the therapeutic process. I aim to minimize power dynamics in the room between therapist and client, and firmly believe you are the expert of your life. Rather than an authority in the room, I see my role as a collaborator in helping you achieve your therapy goals. For those who wish to know my social location: I am a Black, queer, disabled, neurodivergent, polyamorous, non-binary therapist in my 30s. I come from a middle-class background in a mixed race household, am a US citizen, and was raised Catholic but am not religious. I approach therapy as a team effort grounded in trauma-informed, anti-racist, fat liberatory, sex & kink positive, and feminist ideals. My therapy practice is eclectic, borrowing from multiple modalities in order to find the best approach for each individual client, couple, or polycule. Common approaches I incorporate include: EFT (emotion focused therapy), IFS (internal family systems), Sex Therapy, and Attachment Theory. I work with clients on a variety of topics, but special interests include: Unpacking attachment wounds using IFS; Transition stages in Poly/ENM; Freedom from shame regarding sex & kink; Impacts of disability; Relationships to health, disordered eating, and/or fatness from a fat liberatory and body neutrality lens. If you are curious about working together, please email lowell@expressyourselftherapynyc.com to set up a free consultation.

You are not alone if you feel overwhelmed by your emotions at times. Reaching out for help is really tough, but also really brave. Are you struggling to overcome past trauma? Are you coping with life transitions like starting college, going through a separation/divorce, or becoming a parent? If you’re ready to talk about what’s going on in your life, I am here to listen, support, and empower you on your journey towards healing and overcoming your emotional hardships. Using Cognitive Behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and breathing exercises, I’ll help you discover coping skills that work for you. I have specialized training in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), a narrative style treatment proven effective for treating trauma. Additionally, I can help you cope with mental health concerns such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions, gender dysphoria, parenting issues, women’s issues, relationship issues, or substance use. Reach out today for a free consultation call so we can discuss how I can support you on your path to healing, personal growth, emotional resilience, and a more fulfilling life. Let's start the journey together to rediscover your inner strength.

I am so glad you're here! I hope to offer you a safe space where you are the sole focus. I work with clients to help them assess their life as a whole to establish their needs, wants and wishes free of judgment or shame. I believe in the importance of helping clients develop and utilize a tool kit to manage life’s transitions and challenges. Today, I primarily work with clients facing anxiety, depression, and the emotional weight of past trauma or present-day stressors.

My name is Dr. Laura Pantaleo and I am a licensed clinical psychologist based out of New York. I specialize in individual therapy for adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management and life transitions. I also provide support around understanding and making meaning from psychedelic experiences. As your therapist, my priority will be to foster a non-judgmental environment where you feel safe and validated so that you can be empowered to do the hard work to make changes in your life. In addition to founding Quiet Mind Psychology, I am an adjunct clinical supervisor to current doctoral students at NYU Steinhardt.

College can feel overwhelming—you may be juggling classes, relationships, family expectations, and major life decisions all at once. You deserve support that helps you feel grounded, focused, and able to grow during this time. I take a strengths-based approach, recognizing the resilience and determination you already bring. As a parent who completed my degree while working full-time, I understand firsthand the challenges of balancing multiple roles. That experience shapes how I help students build boundaries, stay focused, and create sustainable strategies for success. I work best with students who want more than a space to vent. Together, we focus on practical tools, clearer direction, and meaningful change you can apply in daily life. I especially enjoy supporting working parents, adult learners, and first-generation college students navigating anxiety, cultural or family pressures, identity concerns, and relationship stress. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) LCSW with over 10 years of experience, I provide a supportive, structured space to help you feel more confident, connected, and empowered in college and beyond.

Hello and welcome. I’m glad you’re here. Taking the first step towards self-care and healing is a big and sometimes scary step, and I'm here to support you on your journey. As your therapist, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to unpack your thoughts, untangle your emotions, and generate the mind-body connection. I’ll be with you along the way noticing patterns and highlighting your strengths. Whether you're seeking guidance through life's challenges, looking to enhance your well-being, or simply need someone to listen, I'm here to help. My goal is to offer you guidance, insight, and tools to navigate life's challenges and cultivate your inner resilience. You’re stronger than you think! I tailor my approach to fit your needs in the moment and provide you with the best care possible. Building self-compassion, somatic work, mindfulness, boundary setting and practicing exercises in and outside of session are staples in my work. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth and you feel we could be a good match schedule a free consultation with me here: Let's embark on this journey towards healing and self-discovery together! Please note: I am only accepting clients aged 18+ at the moment.

I offer warm, collaborative therapy for older adolescents and adults navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and mental health concerns. I specialize in supporting young adults in building clarity, confidence, and resilience. Using an integrative, person-centered approach, I create a safe, supportive space—direct when helpful, with warmth and humor—to help clients understand how past experiences shape the present, break unhelpful patterns, and create lasting change.

Whether you are a transfer student or starting your 2nd Semester of your Senior year; transition brings its owns unique and sometimes unexpected challenges. No matter where you are in your journey, I am here to meet you where you are at! I use a variety of evidence-based techniques to help you understand your patterns and behaviors, and together, we’ll work to make meaningful change. I create a safe, supportive space where you can explore thoughts and feelings, build deeper self-awareness, and develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles. My goal is to help you rediscover your inner strength and resilience so that you can live a more fulfilling life.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my therapeutic style is both direct and affirmative, emphasizing non-judgment and safety by utilizing a systemic lens and implementing various methods. With a foundation in specialized relationship training, I evaluate and provide non-diagnostic treatment within the context of relational and family systems - this may include intra and interpersonal issues stemming from familial patterns, marital/couple relationships, parent-child dynamics, professional partnerships, platonic bonds and various other attachments. I have experience working with BIPOC, Queer, Transgender, Gender Non–Binary, polyamorous, and ethically non monogamous clients and am committed to providing competent and accessible care to people of all backgrounds. My previous background has allowed me to work with adult individuals, families, and couples with various struggles, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, personality disorders, trauma, PTSD, relational discord, and sexual dysfunction. If you’re looking to evaluate interactions, dynamics, and patterns of both past and present to inform a more attuned future, please reach out to get started.

I bring warmth, understanding, and real-life perspective into the therapy space. For over four years, I have worked with young women navigating anxiety, relationship stress, family dynamics, life transitions, and the lasting impact of past experiences. My approach is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, which means we gently explore the patterns and emotions shaping your present so you can better understand yourself and create meaningful change. I strive to create a space where you don’t have to have it all figured out, where you can show up exactly as you are. Together we’ll make sense of what feels overwhelming, build practical tools for coping, and strengthen your sense of self. I see therapy as a collaborative process, and I’ll meet you with honesty, compassion, and a little humor along the way You deserve to feel confident in your choices, secure in your relationships, and kinder toward yourself. My goal is to help you feel truly seen, heard, and supported as you move toward the life you want

Beginning therapy can be a challenge, and finding a therapist who is the right fit for you may be an additional challenge. As a Psychotherapist, I specialize in management of Trauma/PTSD, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Depression and Personality Disorders. I use a person-centered approach to best serve each of my clients. My role is to be both a "coach" and supporter, who will help you progress from post-traumatic stress to post-traumatic growth. I can assist you with providing new coping skills, and help you to increase insight into the issues you may be facing. I believe that the best therapy outcomes result from building a strong connection, setting goals, and working together as a collaborative team. If you are wanting to modify unhelpful patterns and behaviors, increase ability to reflect, or process a difficult event in your life, I am here to provide you with a safe listening space, and help you with provision of constructive feedback and support.

Have you ever said, "I feel good when I am dancing/ drawing/ coloring/ writing/ creating art, etc?" Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, or simply haven't been feeling like yourself? Are you looking to let go of these struggles, gain control of your anxiety, become your best self, and enjoy life again? If so, you've come to the right human. I work with women and femmes who enjoy art-making (movement, art, creative writing, etc) to overcome low self-esteem, anxiety, past traumas, and depression using creative arts therapy. Together we use the arts to process and release things we no longer need to hold on to, becoming free, healed, and more in tune with our most authentic, divine self. You deserve a life of joy, prosperity, and wellness. I believe in the power within you to overcome your struggles. Together we will use the arts for your healing. The healing begins with ourselves. From there, we can heal our family, our community, our nation, and then the world.

Carli Wargo is a licensed clinical social worker who has been working in the field for several years. She utilizes a nonjudgmental, compassionate approach to treating clients of all ages and from many different backgrounds. She believes in the importance of the genuine human relationship in therapy as well as the importance of building trust from the start! Carli is also currently offering Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in partnership with Journey Clinical.

I specialize in supporting young adults and college students struggling with trauma, C-PTSD, interpersonal concerns, and anxiety. I find having a deep understanding of your own story helps you to feel more secure in your identity, equipped to face your challenges, and grounded in your life. Getting to know your story in all its messy, beautiful, and complicated parts is where our therapeutic relationship will begin. I utilize an integrative approach to counseling using Internal Family Systems Theory (IFS), Person-Centered, Realtional, Psychodynamic, & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Based on how our relationship develops, I will pull from these theories to best support our work together depending on your needs. Through these modalities, we can help you stand authentically in your story, in all of its parts, and feel empowered in continuing it. Sharing your life with a stranger can feel vulnerable, risky, and uncertain. My goal is to help you feel, heard, seen, and empowered in the counseling space so that I can meet you where you are and help you attain your goals.

College can feel exciting, but also stressful, overwhelming, and lonely at times. Many of the students I work with are balancing school, relationships, family expectations, and their own mental health. My approach is warm and supportive, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to help you manage stress, build confidence, and feel more grounded. You don’t have to go through it alone.

As a psychotherapist, school counselor, learning specialist, and executive function coach with over twenty years of experience, my eclectic background informs my holistic and neurodiversity-affirming approach to coaching and counseling. Sessions are individualized and collaborative, while providing a supportive and accepting environment for growth. I meet you where you are at now and help you progress toward your goals at a pace that is comfortable for you. My clinical and teaching experience includes working in schools and agency settings. For eight years, I worked as a learning specialist for students with disabilities at Columbia University in which I provided executive function coaching, academic counseling, and learning support. In my private practice, I continue to work with university and professional students, as well as adults in all stages of life. My clients feel safe, supported, and motivated by the work we do together, and I am committed to helping others recognize and cultivate their unique gifts.

Are you experiencing a significant life transition, struggling with anxiety, or seeking to heal from generational or identity-based trauma? You deserve a safe and supportive environment where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered. I specialize in assisting clients from diverse backgrounds—including Latinx, African American, and LGBTQIA communities—in exploring their experiences and developing the skills to thrive. I'm Xioel Terrero, a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed mental health counselor with degrees from Fordham University and Manhattan College. As an immigrant from the Dominican Republic, I understand the emotional challenges of adapting to a new culture while navigating issues of identity, exclusion, and resilience. These experiences have profoundly influenced my work and fueled my dedication to social justice and equitable care.