Therapists for college students near 02138

It takes courage and commitment to begin the therapy process. Here at Mainstay Counseling & Wellness, LLC, we believe that our clients are capable of profound healing and change. It is our job to provide you with a safe and supportive place for reflection and exploration, and to help you identify thought and behavior patterns that create distress and inhibit growth. We consider ourselves to be a collaborative, person-centered and empirically minded group of psychotherapists that utilize several different specializations, strategies and interventions specifically tailored to meet your individual needs. Being a person is tough. We’re here to help you get the support you deserve.

Are you a high-achieving college student or graduate student trying to balance high performance with peace of mind? You may look like you have it all together on the outside—but inside, you might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next step. If so, you’re not alone—and therapy can help you reset, refocus, and find clarity. I work with clients who are motivated to grow but feel stuck in stress, self-doubt, or burnout. My specialties include anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, effective communication and supporting neurodivergent individuals and athletes. Are you a high-achieving college student, working professional, parent, or athlete trying to balance high performance with peace of mind? You may look like you have it all together on the outside—but inside, you might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next step. If so, you’re not alone—and therapy can help you reset, refocus, and find clarity. I work with clients who are motivated to grow but feel stuck in stress, self-doubt, or burnout. My specialties include anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting, and effective communication. supporting neurodivergent individuals and athletes. In our sessions, you’ll find a warm, collaborative environment where you can safely explore your thoughts and emotions while learning practical strategies for real-world change. My integrative approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy, combining insight into how past experiences shape you with evidence-based tools. Whether you’re managing performance anxiety before a big game, navigating a demanding course load, or trying to show up more fully in your relationships, I tailor treatment to your unique goals and strengths. If you’re ready to move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose—let’s talk. I look forward to meeting you. I am also beginning a new dads virtual psychoeducational support group in January 2026! If interested, please email us at info@insightspsych.com.

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Massachusetts. I am certified in Integrative Mental Health (CIMHP), DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). I specialize in anxiety, trauma/PTSD, life coaching, school and career planning, prenatal and postpartum care, chronic illness and pain, as well as family challenges. I create an open relaxed environment, and my communication style is focused and direct. The client directs the session with what they feel is the most important issue to discuss and I gently guide them with a solution-focused approach.

Passionate About SELF RESTORATION The Counseling Lounge provides supportive services to help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. We believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to thrive! Coaching can be one of the keys to a happier, healthier life. Our goal is to give you the tools and techniques to achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. Coaching sessions will help you become well-versed at multifaceted issues and to navigate the intricacies of life.

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Mary Deane is a trauma-informed, licensed mental health counselor and creative art therapist working virtually in NH, MA, and ME. Mary has training in IFS, EMDR, and somatically focused therapy. With over 10 years of experience, Mary’s practice focuses on empowering healing and providing holistic care for her clients. Mary is LGBTQIA-affirming and social justice-minded.

Therapy can be a space for learning about yourself, healing emotional pain, and changing patterns that aren’t working for you. Are you struggling with anxiety or depression, a relationship issue, or difficulty with eating? Are you dealing with sexual orientation or gender identity, and in the process of coming out? I have been working as a therapist, especially with young adults, for many years. We will work together to explore what’s happening in your life and to help you change yourself and your circumstances. Feel free to reach out so we can talk by phone before setting up a meeting. I look forward to connecting with you!

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Hello, and welcome! I’m Kimberly Masterson, a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) dedicated to supporting college students through life’s challenges. College can be an exciting yet stressful time, and it's completely normal to feel overwhelmed by the demands of school, social life, and future plans. If you’ve been struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, or ADHD, you’re not alone, and it’s okay to seek help. In our work together, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what’s on your mind. Whether you're feeling anxious about exams, coping with the weight of past experiences, or managing difficulties with focus and organization, I’ll help you develop practical tools to feel more in control and connected to your goals. You don’t have to face these challenges by yourself. My approach is understanding and tailored to meet you where you are, so we can work at your pace to help you feel better and move forward in your life. If you’re ready to take the next step toward feeling like yourself again, I’d be honored to support you in your journey.

At Sparks Counseling Services, LLC we are a team of fully licensed and pre-licensed clinicians who have a wealth of experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and couples. You will find our team highly trained, easy to talk to, non-judgmental, down to earth, with a side of humor. Feel free to take a look around our website and reach out to us if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!

I specialize in working with individuals who are questioning or needing support around gender identity, anxiety, and family conflict related to gender identity. I function from a strengths-based, neurodiversity affirming approach using a combination of mindfulness, IFS, narrative and family systems approaches. Current openings in group and for short-term around gender transition/coming out. Licensed to see clients in MA, ME and NH

If someone asked you not to think for 10 minutes how hard would that be? Is overthinking about the “What Ifs” driving you to relentlessly check things over and over again? Are you determined to find certainty in an uncertain world? Do you frequently ask others repeatedly if something or someone is going to be OK? No matter how much you do a task or say a particular thing does peace of mind elude you? Does the compulsion to handwash, re-read, double-check, pray, or re-arrange items never provide lasting relief? Do you find yourself burdened by intrusive thoughts that strike against your will and preoccupy your mind for hours a day? OCD is characterized by unabating obsessions matched with intense mental or behavioral rituals to relieve the anxiety provoked. It is not treated by “talk therapy” but with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Through customized gradual exposures, ERP is an evidence-based method of intervention to reduce the severity of OCD symptoms. Exposure Therapy Designs is a telehealth practice that focuses on providing EMDR and ERP for individuals struggling with OCD and PTSD. Our clinicians offer evidence and strengths-based counseling with multicultural sensitivity. We are solutions-oriented and practice from a Solutions Focused Brief Therapy Model. ERP is a collaborative and creative approach to learning new skills and strategies to become comfortable with uncertainty and more confident in your ability to handle life’s unexpected challenges. My style is compassionate, client-centered, and culturally sensitive. Licensed in California and Massachusetts. Registered Out-of-State Telehealth provider for Florida. Research indicates that approximately 40 to 60 percent of OCD conditions have a trauma onset. Often talking about the trauma(s) can retraumatize a person. For that reason, Eye Movement and Desensitization Response (EMDR) and the Flash Technique are evidence-based treatment interventions utilized to resolve the severity of PTSD symptoms. Our treatment focus is on neurodivergent issues and gifted learners. Therapeutic style is evidenced and strength based, multiculturally sensitive, solutions oriented, client centered, and collaborative. You are the expert on you. Our role is to facilitate and support an awareness of how to implement changes to overcome unhelpful patterns in thinking and decision-making. We strive to see the whole person not just a list of symptoms. Understanding your unique background is key because therapy is not a cookie-cutter approach. Our team includes providers who are Certified Level One Solutions Focused Therapists and received specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT). We also have clinicians who have completed Basic training in EMDR and the Flash Technique. We work with individuals experiencing neurodivergent issues, gifted learners, individuals coping to manage life transitions, women’s mental health issues around shifting roles in family and career, and immigration/re-entry adjustment stressors. We have licensed therapists who can see individuals residing in California, Florida, Massachusetts and Virginia. However our Associate Clinicians are only able to see residents of California at this time. Individuals who have Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Lyra, SpringHealth, or Sutter EAP benefits are able to use their health plan coverage to pay for sessions with our licensed clinician only. For everyone else we work with Mentaya, a platform that helps clients get money back on out-of-network therapy sessions. If you have out-of-network benefits, Mentaya will file claims and handle the insurance paperwork to make sure you get reimbursed. They charge a 5% fee per claim and have helped people get thousands of dollars back per year. You can sign up using this link: https://app.mentaya.com/register?p=XqKyUZD7e4vJZUJ89P3c Note: Mentaya's goal is to save you time and money. It's completely optional, and as your therapist, I do not benefit in any way from your participation. **Sliding scale rates available on a limited cash pay-only basis with our Associate Clinicians**

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Do you worry about the future? Would you describe yourself as having difficulty with perfectionism, relationships with family & friends, social anxiety or identity? We are a small practice with two therapists--Spencer & Carlie who love providing therapy to young adults as they navigate this exciting and nerve wracking time moving from childhood and dependence to adulthood and independence. We often work with young adults who may have had therapy in high school but did not previously find therapy helpful (often due to a lack of agency in picking their therapist, misunderstanding or invalidation of their experiences, disruptions in confidentiality or lack of concrete coping skills/goals worked on). We provide a reparative experience where clients feel genuinely supported and able to advocate and ask for what they need. We use a variety of different therapy modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal-Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based Therapy, EMDR, Goal-oriented Therapy and Mindfulness. Our clients often move towards a feeling of confidence, improved relationships and belief in their abilities to handle any challenges that may come their way.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Massachusetts, and Vermont with over 20 years of experience, helping adults and teens (16+) find greater balance, connection in their lives. My work focuses on supporting those managing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or self-esteem challenges. I approach therapy through a mind-body lens, integrating polyvagal informed therapy, EMDR, Internal family systems, mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and trauma informed care. These approaches honor the wisdom of your body and help you understand how your nervous system responds to stress together will work to build regulation, resilience, and a deeper sense of safety from within. Clients often describe my style as warm, grounded, and compassionate. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, reconnect with yourself and gently shift patterns that no longer serve you. Healing is a gradual process, and it begins with learning to listen-really listen- to your body and inner experience. If this approach resonates with you, I’d be glad to connect and see how we can begin this work together.

Life through any transitional stage is difficult, and college is certainly not an exception. I aim to help students find their way through an often challenging period of time. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, a lack of meaning or direction, substance misuse, or relationship issues, I will provide you with a warm space to process these issues and attempt to deeply see and understand your struggle. I value more than any other clinical skill, my ability to listen. Being truly seen and understood is often a catalyst for change and growth.

Welcome! My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and validation. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, gain insights, and work towards meaningful change. I have a special interest in women's mental health and have over 5 years of experience working with perinatal clients. I utilize a number of interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and strengths-based approach. I enjoy incorporating meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, and breathing exercises into session for those who find these techniques helpful. If you are seeking a therapist who is warm, authentic, and supportive, I would be honored to accompany you on your journey! I invite you to reach out to schedule a free consultation. Please note that email is the best way to reach me. Thank you so much!

Erica DiMare is a licensed mental health counselor in Massachusetts offering telehealth therapy for adults with a variety of mental health challenges. Erica has experience working with neurodiverse populations (ADHD/ASD/AuDHD), as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She uses a strengths-based and supportive approach to help clients create meaningful change in their lives. (Please note: Practice hours are limited to Monday/Tuesday afternoons at this time. This will change in early 2026. Some flexibility in scheduling on a week-by-week basis. Not all insurances are listed; will check via Alma for insurance benefits. Rates can be discussed if out of pocket.)

I specialize in supporting students who find the balance of social life, academics, and transitioning into adulthood to be challenging. Many of the students I work with experience social anxiety, struggles with self-confidence, or have ADHD. I also help students navigate the complexities of learning to live independently and building a fulfilling, self-directed life.

Many of us struggle in silence to overcome the challenges we face, but you no longer have to face that battle alone. While the first step is acknowledging the change you need, it takes courage to recognize you need some guidance. It takes even more courage to initiate those first steps towards improving your life. I am a mental health therapist passionate about serving others through some of the darkest periods of their lives. I empower my clients battling issues related to anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harming behavior, trauma, emotional regulation, difficulties with stress, anger management, relationship problems, and many more. I consider the work I do a privilege. I look forward to beginning the journey of assisting clients in becoming not who they were before, but a new, integrated, and improved version of themselves. Are you ready to embark on this adventure together?