Therapists for college students near New York, NY

Take heart! I want to say it is our actual, living birthright to heal any disempowering history, whether circumstantial, or chronic. Over the years, students have come with trauma, depression, anxiety, identity and spiritual concerns, academic pressures, relationship, family, and work conflicts - each can begin to shift as we change our familiar thoughts, feelings, and relationship to the past. This is the contract we honor in a therapeutic partnership. I have made it my life's work to train with the originators of powerful techniques engaging the mind, heart, and spirit - from the unconscious to the transpersonal - so that you can step out of your own way, & shift into relief, and resolution! This is the work we have been accomplishing together in therapeutic alliance for 25+ years. The best way to reach me is (845)256-0047.

Offering clinician specific specializations including treatment for disordered eating, trauma, addiction, women's wellness, grief, anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, & gender affirming care for all our LGBTQIA+ friends, including letters of readiness. Offering group, individual, & couples counseling. Utilization of therapeutic approaches include narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, bi-lateral stimulation and more!

I offer the ability to engage conversation regarding anything from test anxiety to the meaning of life. I love working with the college population because they are just finding out who they are and are always thinking critically about themselves and where their talents and abilities fit into this chaotic world. I can help provide guidance to discover what is preventing you from reaching your full potential in both an emotional and intellectual way.

I offer a compassionate, collaborative, and personalized approach to counseling via secure, convenient telehealth care. I view therapy as a space for growth, self-discovery, and healing. My goal is to help clients reconnect with their authentic selves by exploring and nurturing sources of joy, meaning, and vitality, such as sports, creative outlets, or hobbies. I believe that by connecting clients to what truly fulfills them, they can build resilience, restore balance in life, and move towards living their best and most authentic life. I offer a compassionate, collaborative, and personalized approach to counseling via secure, convenient telehealth care. I view therapy as a space for growth, self-discovery, and healing. My goal is to help clients reconnect with their authentic selves by exploring and nurturing sources of joy, meaning, and vitality, such as sports, creative outlets, or hobbies. I believe that by connecting clients to what truly fulfills them, they can build resilience, restore balance in life, and move towards living their best and most authentic life. I am goal-oriented and focused on fostering positive, meaningful outcomes that align with each client’s individual needs, values, and personal goals. My work is guided by what is in the best interest of the client, while honoring their autonomy and unique therapeutic journey. I believe that gently challenging the self—exploring patterns, beliefs, and behaviors with honesty and compassion—is an essential part of personal growth and healing. Through this process, clients are supported in developing insight, building resilience, and creating lasting, positive change. Are you ready to develop a deeper self-love and understanding?

Therapy with me is real, supportive, and never stiff—just two humans talking it out. I specialize in working with young adults navigating perfectionism, the complexities of self-worth and anxiety as they transition into adulthood. I'll support you while also holding you accountable, because you can do this—even if it doesn’t feel that way yet. Together, we can explore what’s weighing on your mind, build confidence, and find a path forward that feels right. My goal is to help you trust yourself, feel more in control, and create a life that feels fulfilling. If any of this resonates with you, let’s connect—I’d love to support you.

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I work with students who struggle with anxiety, OCD, depression, and general stressors and challenges. I also work with a lot of students with eating disorders and body image concerns. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities/strategies to come up with a unique toolkit that will help to address your goals.

Child & Family Services has been Western New York’s behavioral health and wellness partner for more than 147 years, with services including counseling and support for adults, children, and families at any stage of life. Our skilled team works to create a safe, confidential, and comfortable place for you to find the care and healing you need. Our years of experience and training enable us to help individuals of all social, ethnic, and economic backgrounds and those facing a broad range of challenges. We welcome you to get the help you need from a skilled, compassionate health professional at Child & Family Services. To meet the full therapeutic and medical needs of every individual seeking treatment, our staff includes licensed counselors, a psychiatrist, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed practical nurses. Our staff’s expertise enables us to provide counseling sessions, individualized treatment plans, and medication when necessary. The counseling program is staffed to address the needs of our community, including: Anger management difficulties Sexually abusive behaviors Anxiety Depression Self-abuse Suicidal thoughts/actions Trauma School difficulties Conduct disorders Mood disorders Attachment disorders Oppositional defiant disorders Counseling at Child & Family Services seeks to empower you and encourages you to invest in yourself and remain active in your care. Our team fosters a nurturing, supportive, and inviting atmosphere to help you heal through counseling and support. Personalized treatment is an integral part of our approach to counseling, meaning you and your counselor will develop a course of treatment based on your goals and needs, and how they evolve with each subsequent session.

I have a virtual private practice although I do see clients in person some Saturday mornings. Based in cognitive behavioral therapy, several years ago I also began working with energy and infuse EFT Tapping into sessions. EFT Tapping for College Students: Feel calmer, think clearer, and stay grounded—one tap at a time. College life can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Between deadlines, exams, social pressure, and figuring out your future, stress can build up fast. EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a simple, effective tool that helps reduce anxiety, ease emotional tension, and bring your mind back to a calmer state—anytime, anywhere. What Is EFT Tapping? EFT is a gentle method that combines light tapping on specific acupressure points with mindful attention to your thoughts and feelings. It’s easy to learn, takes only a few minutes, and can be done discreetly—even in a dorm room, study hall, or before a big exam. How EFT Can Help You Students use tapping to: Reduce stress before exams or presentations Ease feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, or sadness Improve focus and emotional balance Build confidence during demanding times Release tension after a tough day Why It Works Tapping helps calm the body’s stress response, allowing you to shift from “fight-or-flight” mode back into a more relaxed, grounded state. Many students find that even a short session helps them feel lighter, clearer, and more in control. You don’t have to push through stress alone. EFT tapping is a practical, empowering tool you can carry with you through every semester. Whether you’re dealing with academic pressure or navigating emotional ups and downs, tapping can help you reconnect with yourself—and move forward with more ease.

Life has many challenges. It's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and compassionate environment where you can recognize your potential and live a meaningful life. I use evidenced-based therapy that focuses on the dynamics that impact your daily experience. We look for the behaviors, attitudes, and patterns that protected you in the past but no longer serve a purpose.

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You are not broken — you are human. And being human means facing change, pressure, and uncertainty — things that can feel especially heavy during college. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, questioning who you are or what’s next, or trying to balance school, family, and your own expectations. You don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and begin again — with support and intention. In our sessions, you’ll find a warm, understanding space where you can show up just as you are — no need to have it all together. My role isn’t to fix you, but to walk beside you. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you, reconnect you with your strengths, and find new ways forward that feel true to who you are. Every student’s story is different. That’s why I don’t believe in one “right” way to do therapy. Our work will be shaped by your needs, your culture, and your goals. Whether you’re coping with stress, adjusting to college life, dealing with family or relationship challenges, or trying to rediscover your sense of purpose, we’ll move at your pace. A big part of our work will be exploring three things: WHY – Why are you seeking change? PURPOSE – What gives your life meaning? PRIORITIES – What matters most to you right now? When we understand your why, purpose, and priorities, therapy becomes more than just talking — it becomes growth. Wherever you are in your process, you don’t have to walk it alone. I’m here to meet you where you are and support you as you find your way forward.

As your therapist, I will always meet you where you are and we will work together to forge a path ahead. I have nearly a decade of clinical experience working with clients managing Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Trauma, Mood Disorders, and Post Traumatic Stress. I provide free consults conducted via phone, please contact me to schedule. If your insurance is listed on my profile, you may also schedule a free consult with me at helloalma.com I am also trauma informed and have provided trauma therapy for survivors experiencing domestic/interpersonal violence, coercive control and emotional and psychological abuse. I work in partnership with clients to treat trauma symptoms stemming from childhood, adulthood, current or complex or single event traumatic experiences. I utilize an integrative approach of mindfulness-based practices, Brief Eclectic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic psychotherapy and EMDR. Safety, trustworthiness, transparency, and collaboration are hallmarks of my work with clients. Life can be hard, and feelings of sadness and confusion can become overwhelming. I am here to help. There is hope. I am Bisexual Allied, Body Positivity, Gay Allied, Lesbian Allied, Non-Binary Allied, Queer Allied, Racial Justice Allied, Transgender Allied

Trying to find the right therapist in the middle of exams, papers, and trying to maintain a social life can feel overwhelming. I'm so glad you are here anyway! The most important things in finding a therapist is: 1) Finding someone you feel comfortable with- I work hard to make sessions as relaxed and comfortable as possible. I am approachable and welcoming. 2) Finding a therapist who will help you grow- In addition to providing you with a safe space to talk, I also teach you valuable skills for more effectively managing your emotions, relationships, life and communication skills. I also specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma, and find themselves stuck and unable to move forward with their life. Hope, healing, and growth are always possible. Feel free to email me. I hope to hear from you soon.

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I work in a warm, transparent, and collaborative way. Humor — and sometimes swearing — has a place in session, because I believe both can build distress tolerance. Expect to dive into action: my job is to help you do the hard thing. Together, we’ll confront unhelpful patterns and interrupt the cycle of avoidance through experiential exposure. You’ll practice new ways of facing difficult situations, build specific skills for doing hard things, and move toward what actually matters to you — step by step, toward a life aligned with your values. When you work with me, expect to dive into action. My goal is to help you do the hard thing. Background & Training I received my Ph.D. from Columbia University and have 18+ years of experience providing culturally informed therapy to adults, with specialized training in multicultural psychology. I use evidence-based Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) within an interpersonal framework, integrating attachment theory, IFS and polyvagal-informed trauma approaches. I believe the therapeutic relationship, paired with research-backed methods, can be genuinely transformative. No one gives us a guide on how to be human or how to build a fulfilling life. In therapy, I provide a compassionate space where you can learn how to process and regulate emotions, navigate relationships and boundaries, uncover avoidance patterns, and connect with your core values. Specialties Anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, autism, adult ADHD, identity concerns and exploration, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My work is attachment- and trauma-informed, drawing on mindfulness and emotion-processing skills, experiential exposure, boundary work, and values-based practice to reduce experiential avoidance and build lasting change.

An important part of successful therapy is feeling connected with your therapist. I'll first work with you on building that connection by listening and trying to understanding your feelings and experiences. We will also work collaboratively to understand patterns in your relationships and past experiences that help shape your current situation and behaviors. Coming to a better understanding of yourself, your feelings and behaviors is the first order of change. I also specialize in working with children, adolescents and families. With a Master's in School Psychology, I collaborate well with school professionals to support your child more comprehensively. I also provide parenting support to address challenging behaviors at home. I make sure the therapeutic process is collaborative. By helping you build upon strengths and understand challenges, you can start having a greater awareness of your thoughts, feelings and behaviors and incorporate healthier coping strategies and attain professional, academic, and interpersonal goals. To work on this together, contact me for a free phone consultation.

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