Therapists for college students near New York, NY
Sometimes our thoughts can lead us to feeling overwhelmed and trapped in our own heads. Allow me to help you unpack those negative thoughts, and empower you to create positive affirming ones. My goal is to work together with my clients to aid them in getting better acquainted with their emotions, and help them understand the relationship between their thoughts feelings and behaviors. As your therapist I will help you navigate various pressures, and triggers in order to be more insightful as a means of coping. I use a collaborative individualized approach and work together as a team with my clients. This enables us to jointly identify techniques that will empower your healing process! My specialties include work with children, adolescents, adults, families, couples, and the LGBTQIA+ community whom are coping with anxiety, depression, body image, life changes, bi-polar disorder, ADHD, and other related conditions. Starting therapy and opening up to someone can be unnerving.I invite you to schedule a FREE 20 minute meet and greet ( consultation) to discuss how I can further support your needs and to gain a sense of familiarity with one another.
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About My Practice College can be an exciting time, but it can also bring a lot of pressure - academically, socially, personally, and emotionally. You may be doing well on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or unsure of what comes next. I’m a licensed psychotherapist who works with young adults navigating stress, anxiety, relationships, self-confidence, transitions, and the pressure to succeed. My approach combines psychotherapy, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and neuroscience-informed strategies to help you better understand yourself and create meaningful change. Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and judgment-free. You don’t have to wait until things feel unmanageable to reach out. Whether you're struggling with a specific challenge or simply know that something needs to shift, therapy can be a space to slow down, gain perspective, and figure out what you need. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, emotionally resilient, and able to move through college and into adulthood in a way that feels genuinely like your own.
Dr. Cawkwell is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. Having been trained at several elite institutions including UPenn, NYU, Harvard/MGH, and Stanford, Dr. Cawkwell has a specific interest and expertise in ADD/ADHD, Executive Functioning, Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bipolar Disorder, and Early Psychosis (Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder).
I understand the difficulties of navigating adulthood, college expectations, personal expectations and family obligations. I have years experience working with individuals who are struggling with life stressors and together we can explore the events which have you reaching out for help.
Kimberly Robinson, MD, is Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Pediatrics, and currently residing in Orange County, NY. She attended Medical School at Albany Medical College where she graduated with a distinction in Bioethics. She completed a Triple Board Residency Program at the University of Kentucky, and additionally completed a Child and Adolescent Psychodynamic Psychotherapy program for 2 years through the Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute. After residency she moved back to NY, where she has been practicing for the last 7 years. Dr. Robinson specializes in evaluation and treatment of both children, adolescents and adults for a variety of psychiatric disorders, including Anxiety, Depression, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Personality disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. She provides trauma informed care, and makes an effort to compassionately treat the whole person while valuing the autonomy of the patient. Recommendations may include recommendations for medication, therapy, supplements, lifestyle and behavioral changes. Dr. Robinson has a special interest in women’s health, trauma informed care, attachment, and integrative psychiatry.
When life gets difficult, therapy can help. The therapeutic relationship is an important part of your journey to greater well being, and together we work as a team to face and overcome your challenges, identify and work through the stuck places in your life, and support you in crafting the life you really want for yourself. I am a licensed psychologist with over a dozen years of experience working with a wide range of developmental, relational, identity and mental health concerns. I utilize evidence based practices such as CBT, and am committed to using a Person Centered, multicultural, and trauma informed approach. Everyone's story is unique and every person deserves an individualized approach to their care. Initially, I provide a comprehensive psychological assessment and together we will explore each client's goals for treatment. I want clients to feel heard and validated in a safe, non-judgmental space and learn how to overcome the hard things in their lives. Call
I’m a clinical psychologist working in Hudson Valley NY and the Greater New York City Area, and a credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor. I’m passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges and leverage their strengths to live meaningfully. I help individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and emotional or behavioral challenges. In addition, I’m experienced in working with students, in addressing women’s issues, trauma, and working with people in recovery from addictions/substance use disorders. People of faith find my approach connects with their worldview as I also specialize in Christian counseling. Individuals from the Caribbean and Africa appreciate my background and familiarity with their experiences relating to multicultural and immigration adjustment. “My firm belief is that there’s always hope, that impossibilities can become possibilities, and that we should keep moving towards those dreams.”
I specialize in working with college aged women who have experienced sexual assault and are seeking a trauma informed, supportive space to heal. I help students process their experiences, rebuild a sense of safety and control, and develop coping skills that support both emotional well being and academic functioning. I also work with college students managing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship or dating concerns, boundary setting, family pressure, and major life transitions. Therapy is collaborative, practical, and designed to fit into the pace of college life.
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Hello! My name is Erica (she/hers). I'm a psychotherapist and art therapist for clients in the NY area. In my practice, I use a variety of interventions to meet your unique needs but I mainly work from an attachment based approach. This means I’ll help you find creative ways to examine your relationship to yourself and to others in order to help you make better sense of your own inner voice, build self-compassion, and relate in authentic ways to the world around you.
Therapy can be like having personal training at a Gym. Just as a personal trainer shows you how to use the various machines and discusses nutrition, a counselor shows you the different ways to get your most important organ (brain) into shape. Ever feel overwhelmed with life and everything you have to deal with daily? The truth is most people feel this way and need to take time to reflect. This is also where a professional, such as myself, can guide you to acquire clarity. As a licensed counselor, I consider it a privilege to help people resolve life issues. I am licensed in New York, New Jersey and South Dakota. For the last 11 years I have been working in outpatient settings helping, people through life's toughest issues. I have specialized more in working with adults who have issues with depression, anxiety and relationships. In my practice, I believe in a holistic approach to healing which includes one's bio, psycho, social and spiritual self. Wherever you may be in your journey, we can and will explore this in order for you to find strength on your journey to find resolution and healing.
With my clients, I like to create a warm, safe, welcoming, and trusting environment where individuals can feel comfortable with me and share all that they need to. I will meet someone where they are at, and establish goals together. My main goal is to empower individuals to meet their goals and to improve their overall mental health and wellness!
I intend to help clients address their attachment and developmental trauma, often at the root of anxiety, depression, and other challenges, using NARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model). Its heartfelt approach utilizes the shared human experience to support the client’s development and growth. . Within the modality’s framework, I create a collaborative environment where clients can reconnect to their heart’s desire as we address internal obstacles. In our exploration, the client finds healthier ways of relating to their self and environment.
My mission is to support, guide, inspire, motivate, educate, and empower students to improve academically and mental health. My intensive clinical training allows me to provide students with effective counseling, social support, and education so they can transform challenges into positive change and become the best version of themselves which can lead to self-confidence, academic improvements, and a sense of independence. I have experience helping college students with stress management anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, academic challenges, and career difficulties. I provide brief solution-focused & CBT treatment modalities. Every student will have a tailored individualized treatment intervention to meet their unique strengths, needs, and goals.
Are you looking for support as you grow or explore your future? My name is Colin Yaccarino, a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience helping young adults find themselves as they traverse some of the most tumultuous years of their life. Whether you are dealing with new or existing symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, or you just need some help navigating life changes as you finish up high school or prepare to move to campus, my experience working in and around this transitional period will allow me to help you learn and grow while reducing and eliminating stress. My professional experience has been with youth ages 11-23, working in trauma-informed care, with LGBTQIA+ clients, and around many diagnoses and symptoms. Please reach out to the office of my supervisor, Elana Axelrod, today!
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We are a team of certified and licensed therapists with many specialties including, depression, anxiety, child and adolescent treatment, CBT and couples therapy. We treat ages 4 and up. We will match you up with a therapist that can best help you based on your individual situation. The fastest way to reach me is by text at 917-403-3267. I will personally get back to you within a few hours. We are experts in the treatment of anxiety and depression for clients of all ages. We can help turn doubt and insecurity into confidence and clarity. We are open 7 days a week. Most insurances accepted including Hip, Magnacare, Cigna, Emblem, Blue Cross, Empire,NYSHIP, Beacon, etc. For those clients without coverage your rate is reasonably priced at $80. Lock & Key Therapy is a full service psychotherapy practice helping clients of all ages and treatment needs. Our group of 16 clinicians have the training, experience and compassion to get you the results you seek. Although we have a website and online presence most of our referrals are from existing clients. Immediate help is only a text away, 917-403-3267.
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The beauty of therapy is its ability to provide a safe space, unbiased, listening ears, and dedicated time to focus on you. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central. It creates the foundation necessary to promote mental and emotional growth and well-being. Therefore, each session we will work to build an alliance, which will become instrumental for making progress and attaining your identified goals. Using an integrative approach will allow me to tailor our time together to best meet your needs. I will highlight your strengths and provide you with the tools necessary to strengthen the areas you wish to improve. In addition to others, I have a special interest in working with those invested in holistic health, more specifically a mind/body connection. I am here to support, guide, and encourage you throughout this journey, as you take control. Reaching out takes courage; it is the first step in the direction of growth and positive changes. I look forward to creating a space where listening is focal, empathy is provided, improvements are acknowledged, goals are accomplished, and individuality is celebrated. Come as you are!