Therapists for college students near San Diego State University

🛋️Ala Therapy Collective brings together a flock of clinicians, who are joined by a commitment to an out-of-the-box (or an out-of-the-birdcage), person-centered approach to therapy. Based in Oklahoma City, Ala Therapy Collective offers online therapy for clients throughout Oklahoma and beyond to help you live your most expansive life. 🪶Ala (pronounced AY-LA) means wing, and each therapist in our collective is like a feather in that wing, working together to be part of a greater whole. And the most important mission of our flock? To help you take flight toward the life you want – and deserve. Whether you’re seeking therapy for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your whole family – we can help. 🪽Ala Therapy Collective is a diverse team of some pretty darn cool and skilled therapists (if we can say so ourselves!) who offer affirming, individualized therapy to meet your unique needs. Whoever you choose to work with, you can feel confident that you’ll feel safe, seen, heard, and respected. Our therapists offer a variety of evidence-based modalities and approaches to help you find positive and practical solutions to any number of life stressors and problematic situations. Ala Therapy Collective makes finding the right fit easy, with so many amazing therapists to match your unique needs for healing. When you can be your most authentic self, you can find solace, safety, and growth in other parts of your life, too. Every therapist at Ala Therapy Collective provides a safe, non-judgmental, and nurturing environment that allows you to show up as your authentic self. So... are you ready to take flight?

Welcome! Im Shayda- Healing from trauma isn't something we're meant to do alone. When we safely reconnect with our nervous system with the support of an attuned therapist, therapy can be deeply powerful. I use trauma therapies like EMDR, Brainspotting, and Somatic Experiencing to help you process pain and find lasting relief. I work with adults healing from PTSD, C-PTSD, childhood trauma, and attachment wounds. I also support survivors of sexual assault, toxic relationships, and those facing depression, anxiety, panic, or suicidal thoughts. Through this work, we can reprocess the past and create lasting healing and wholeness in your life. As a feminist, trauma-informed therapist, I recognize how systems of oppression, inequality, and societal expectations shape our experiences and impact our well-being. I offer culturally sensitive care that honors your lived experience - creating a space where you feel truly seen, valued, and understood. My priority is building safety and trust. I take the time to get to know you, bringing presence, compassion, attunement, and authenticity to our work. Together, we can take meaningful steps toward creating the life you envision and deserve. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - I'd love to connect!

I believe that we can appear fine on the outside while feeling exhausted or unwell on the inside. Often, the ways we learned to survive can keep us stuck in unhealthy habits, painful relationships, or missed opportunities without us even realizing it. But healing is possible. I believe we can transform past pain into something meaningful. You can still reclaim a fuller version of yourself—one that brings strength to your relationships, your family, and your sense of self. Seeking support can be the hardest step, but with the right guidance, the mind and brain have a powerful capacity to heal and be restored. I often work with clients who frequently navigate the tension between family expectations, cultural values, and the demands of living in a different society. Together, we work to challenge internalized beliefs like "I'm not good enough" and build healthier ways of relating to oneself and others. A recurring focus in my practice is supporting individuals who feel stuck in unhealthy or unfulfilling relationships, helping them move toward greater clarity, empowerment, and self-worth. I began my career as a child therapist in schools, where I witnessed firsthand how deeply childhood experiences and trauma can shape a person’s sense of identity and self-worth. That foundation continues to guide my work today. I help clients gently recognize childhood wounds, process them with care, and foster meaningful growth toward a more grounded and authentic self. My approach is both gentle and direct. I meet you where you are, moving at a pace that feels right for you. In our work together, I offer a safe, honest space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported as we begin to untangle complex emotions and reshape the stories you tell yourself. We explore how early experiences—such as family dynamics, attachment patterns, or messages you received about who you were "supposed" to be—may still be influencing how you see yourself today.

Hello and welcome. In practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years, I have placed great value in establishing meaningful and secure connections with my patients that have served in healing and being free from deeply held emotional, psychological, and relational wounds. I value the journey of exploring and understanding together so as to help patients reach and nurture a healthy and authentic sense of self; in developing a kinder relationship to and greater connectedness to ones emotional life and self worth; in developing healthier relationships to others; and ultimately securing a sense of overall satisfaction and well being, inside and out. Feeling seen, heard, understood, and known can be life-changing and transformative. Patients who come to seek treatment from me are often looking for a safe, confidential, empathic therapy relationship to share their feelings, understand themselves, to nurture emotional and psychological growth. One motivating factor for therapy is the desire for relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, relational difficulties, and self-esteem related struggles that have been either life long or situational. Treatment focus is often related to on-going issues related to depression, panic/anxiety, grief/loss, insecurities related to self and others, chronic medical conditions, physical/ sexual/ relational trauma, intimacy and relationship concerns, and issues related to self esteem/ self image/ body image. The type of psychotherapy I offer is informed by a developmental, relational/ intersubjective, and contemporary psychoanalytic frame of reference. This type of work offers a broad and meaningful exploration and working through of long held emotional and relational issues, gaining insight into the underlying root causes of symptoms and concerns, and the development of a healthy sense of self and authentic emotional life. Providing a safe, empathic environment are only a few of the many essential ingredients in establishing a secure working therapeutic relationship, and something that is seen as essential and greatly valued in this process of self discovery. The process of psychotherapy can offer meaningful emotional healing, in-depth understanding, and psychological working through of all that has had an impact on your relationship to your self, your physical and emotional wellbeing, and relationship to others. Through insight and a deeply felt authentic connection to ones emotional life, there is opportunity to develop new and more conscious/adaptive ways of living, coping, and relating so as to reduce suffering, and to improve overall quality of day to day living. In certain cases, mindfulness based meditation, visualization, and relaxation techniques are offered to assist with being more accepting, conscious, present and connected to your self, your body/mind, to others, and to your life in general. With conscious mindfulness based attention, and resulting integration of the body/ mind/ feeling, there can be an experience of emotional grounding, centeredness, and general enhancement in the quality of your life.

I work with diverse students who are struggling with the impact of an overwhelming life event or transition. I specialize in sexual trauma and PTSD, but have experience working with students around relationship issues, emotion regulation, anxiety and/or depressed mood, body image concerns, self-esteem, and sexual orientation and gender identity.

Feeling anxious, stuck, or burned out? I help college students move through anxiety, eating struggles, body image stress, and relationship ups and downs. Therapy with me is about more than just “coping” — we get to the root so you can feel lighter, trust yourself more, and actually enjoy life again. I’ve worked with clients all over the world, using approaches that help you truly heal and create lasting change. My goal is to help you feel more capable of handling life’s challenges while also making space for the positive, nourishing parts of your life.

Hi! One of my favorite populations to work with is the student population - you have to deal with SO much at this point in your life...academics, career planning, socializing, finances, friends, relationships, etc. It is a lot to handle! As a therapist, I take pride in my ability to connect with people on a deep level, while keeping things light with humor and compassion. My goal is to provide you with the tools and support you need to launch yourself into a fabulous next chapter of your life!

For nearly two decades, I have worked with people during the moments that interrupt the life they expected and ask them to reconsider who they are. I am especially drawn to working with young women and emerging adults navigating anxiety, self-worth, relationships, identity development, grief, and the transition into adulthood. These years often carry an unusual amount of pressure: to choose the right future, become financially independent, maintain relationships, look confident, and appear certain while privately having very little room to be unsure. Many of my clients are capable, thoughtful, and highly motivated. They may perform well academically or professionally, remain dependable within their families, and appear composed to the people around them. Beneath that competence, however, there may be relentless self-criticism, perfectionism, relationship anxiety, difficulty making decisions, or the feeling that everyone else received instructions for adulthood that they somehow missed. Therapy creates an opportunity to understand the structure beneath that distress. We may explore when achievement became connected to worth, why disappointing someone feels more dangerous than disappointing yourself, or how belonging became dependent upon being attractive, agreeable, useful, or easy to love. We look at the expectations you inherited, the identities you have performed, and the strategies that helped you remain safe or accepted but now make it difficult to know what you actually want. My style is warm, direct, and actively engaged. I am not a therapist who remains silent while you carry the entire conversation, nor will I offer reassurance that sounds comforting but leaves the underlying problem untouched. I listen carefully, ask intentional questions, identify patterns, and offer perspective or challenge when it can help the work become more honest. Difficult conversations are approached with care, but they are not avoided. Our work holds both depth and practical application. We will address what is happening now while also examining the experiences, relationships, and beliefs that continue to shape it. Insight can help you understand why a pattern exists, while practical tools help you respond differently when that pattern appears in daily life. Both matter. Understanding without action can leave someone informed but unchanged, while skills without deeper understanding may only improve the surface. You do not need to arrive knowing exactly what is wrong or what therapy should look like. You may begin with anxiety that will not settle, a relationship that has altered your trust in yourself, a transition that has left you without a familiar identity, or the sense that the life you are building does not fully belong to you. We begin with what is present and allow the work to become more precise over time. The goal is not to turn you into someone more impressive, productive, or acceptable. It is to help you separate who you are from who you learned to become in order to feel safe, successful, loved, or included. From there, you can make decisions with greater clarity, build relationships without repeatedly abandoning yourself, and create a life that feels genuinely authored rather than merely performed.

Licensed in CA, NC, FL and PA—offering seamless virtual care for students on campus and those traveling home for breaks. I am a Licensed Psychologist. I attended U of Miami, FL for my B.S, M.S., and Ph.D. As part of my graduate program, I completed courses and did research at Duke, U of Penn, Jefferson University, and Rutgers. I completed a specialized post-graduate Harvard program to understand and overcome internal barriers to achieve personal growth. Later in life, I became a UCLA Alum by obtaining my Certificate in Human Resource Management and was selected as the valedictorian for my speciality. This added a capability to enhance my work as a Strategic Human Resource Executive for two large Aerospace companies based in Torrance, CA. I live in beautiful Napa, CA. My practice is virtual using a secured platform. I see adults 18+ yo for individual therapy. For the past 30 plus years, I helped people just like you find ways to get on track with their lives. My goal for you is to understand yourself and be able to take steps to feel the way you want to feel. During our initial sessions, I ask that you share what you feel I need to know about your situation and circumstance, your feelings, about who you are and what you hope to gain through therapy. I take time to get to know you. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, reactions that arise in therapy as these are just as important as what happens outside of therapy. You will design your own unique tools and techniques to use throughout your life in various situations that give you relief and help during difficult times. Compassionate and patient, encouraging you to overcome hurdles you can control and let go of ones you can’t. We will move you towards your best self by holding you accountable for your own growth. We work collaboratively; starting with what’s happening now, breaking things down into manageable areas to work on. We explore ways to increase your awareness and your actions from how you view things to your actual behaviors. I keep up with the latest science on evidenced based approaches, and leverage our current understanding of our whole body. You'll gain resilience to handle life’s challenges. I believe that we are creative, resourceful & whole... and sometimes, we just need a helping hand. We have genetics and learned behaviors that make us who we are. Think about it, if we can learn what we have learned to bring us to where we are today, without even trying, imagine what we can do if we put just a little bit of effort and energy into learning something different that would work better for us today. If we take care of our whole body, eat right, stay active, stimulate our brains, give to and receive from others then we do better dealing with stress and challenges. I do practice the things I talk about. It’s important that I take care of myself. And we’re not prefect so sometimes we stop our best practices and then we realize we need to pick them up again because we notice the negative impact. That’s me too. I love that we have similarities and differences as humans, that’s what makes us so wondrous! If you want to learn more about how I can help, send me a message. Please be sure to share your personal email and your personal cell phone so I can reach you.

At Northstar Psychology Group, we specialize in psychological assessments and evaluations for college students. We are experts in ADHD, Autism and learning disorders and are passionate advocates for students receiving the accommodations and therapy they need to succeed. We are in-network with Aetna and are licensed in California, Florida, Maryland, New York, Virginia and Washington D.C. If you are experiencing academic challenges, difficulty with time management, motivation and organization, schedule a consultation with us through our website.

Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, or depression? Do these overwhelming emotions seem to be holding you back from living your life to the fullest? If you've tried therapy before without getting the results you were hoping for, I'm here to offer a new path forward. I specialize in a highly effective form of therapy called TEAM-CBT, rooted in evidence-based treatment methods. My goal is to empower you to overcome anxiety, depression, tackle procrastination and improve your relationships.

Picture this: a space where your thoughts and emotions are not just heard, but truly understood; where negative patterns unravel, where there is change and growth in your life, and where therapy is enjoyable and fun. I provide a safe, judgement-free, and easy going environment where you can feel free to be yourself. In treatment, we will work together to collaboratively set goals for change, learn how your self-talk impacts your feelings and behaviors, and learn practical skills to create change. I draw on a model of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), specifically TEAM-CBT. The tools I offer are concrete, step-by-step methods that help you challenge unhelpful thoughts, shift painful emotions, improve relationships, and build new habits. Together, we’ll practice strategies you can use both in and outside of sessions, so progress continues between appointments and beyond. I also have extensive experience working with the ASD population and the families and caregivers, recognizing how important it is to support the entire system, not just the individual. My background in conducting comprehensive assessments allows me to integrate different approaches and tailor therapy to your unique needs. My personal history in athletics has shaped who I am and given me firsthand insight into the pressures athletes face. I bring that perspective into my work by applying cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) strategies that help athletes build resilience, manage stress, and improve performance. Additionally, I have experience working with transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as well as with clients struggling with depression and anxiety. I’ve seen how these treatments, combined with the right therapeutic support, can lead to meaningful progress and long-lasting change. My goal is for you to feel more empowered with your life. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, life transition, or other concerns, I am here to support you on your new era of personal transformation. Interested in seeing if were a good match? Reach out for a free 15 minute consultation.

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Dr. Sarah E. Jung is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She received her Doctorate in Philosophy in Clinical Psychology and Behavioral Medicine (APA-accredited) at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She completed her APA-accredited Internship and postdoctoral experience (Advanced Fellow for Women’s Health) at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and the San Diego Veterans Healthcare System. Her prior training experiences include the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), the San Francisco Veterans Healthcare System and the Baltimore Veterans Healthcare System.Dr. Jung specializes in psychoeducational assessments and evaluations for ADHD, Autism and psychological disorders. She is licensed in California, Florida, Maryland, New York, Virginia and Washington D.C. She is a trusted referral source for Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University, University of California, Berkeley and the University of Maryland.

I provide therapy that is compassionate, culturally responsive, and practical. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore challenges and build tools for resilience. I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, cultural identity, and major life transitions. My approach blends evidence-based practices with mindfulness and holistic strategies to support your well-being. As a bilingual Hmong psychologist, I am especially committed to offering care that respects cultural identity and lived experience. Evening and weekend appointments offered.

Hi, I’m Josh, a licensed mental health therapist with nearly a decade of clinical experience. I’ve worked extensively with college students, helping them navigate depression, anxiety, academic stress, and the unique mental health challenges that can come with campus life. Therapy doesn’t have to feel stiff or intimidating. I strive to create a supportive, collaborative space where we can work together toward healing, personal growth, and meaningful, lasting change. Feel free to reach out for availability or any other questions!

Hi there, and welcome! Are you looking for a personalized touch to therapy? A therapist with experience, expertise, but doesn't feel "stuffy" or unrelatable? Then we're the perfect fit! We pride our team on being professional, relatable, warm, knowledgable, down to earth, educated, and applying research based change for our clients. Our group practice specializes in trauma, EMDR, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relational issues, and more. Therapists at True Self Therapy work with a variety of different modalities to ensure a client centered approach. We emphasize doing the “deeper work” with our clients for a lasting change.

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 12 years of experience working with teens, young adults, trauma, relationships and eating disorders. I’m also a clinical supervisor and the founder of True Self Therapy group practice I pride myself in being both extremely knowledgeable and down-to-earth. I’m relatable, humorous, and definitely not an uptight therapist. I truly believe that therapy can be an enjoyable part of your day. I look forward to meeting with you and supporting you on your journey! Fun Facts: baby girl mom, cat and dog lover, Trader Joes expert, reality TV enthusiast, Tiktok time waster, Current Denver resident

I have a wide range of experience working with individuals, couples and teenagers. I have a solid understanding of various therapeutic approaches and techniques that can be tailored to your specific needs. I believe in taking a holistic approach to therapy, acknowledging the interconnectedness of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. By considering all aspects of your life, we can work together to develop strategies that promote overall health and happiness. Therapy is not just about addressing current difficulties; it is also focused on personal growth and healing. I can help you identify patterns, uncover underlying issues, and develop coping strategies, leading to lasting positive change in your relationships.

Advanced Psychiatry Associates (APA) is currently accepting new patients and referrals across Northern California, the Bay Area, Central Valley, and Southern California, with both in-person and telehealth (virtual) availability statewide. We are a psychiatry group with 32 clinic locations and over 70 providers, offering timely, student-centered behavioral health care. Most new patients can be scheduled within 3–7 days, helping reduce delays in care for students in need of support. We specialize in working with college and university students, including those experiencing: • Anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns • Bipolar disorder and mood disorders • ADHD and focus-related challenges • Trauma and adjustment issues • Medication access or continuity of care gaps Services include: • Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosis • Medication management • Individual therapy (short-term and ongoing) • Spravato (Esketamine) and TMS for treatment-resistant depression • Telehealth and in-person visits for flexible scheduling We are experienced in coordinating care with university counseling centers, case managers, and student health services, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care. Insurance Accepted: We accept most major plans, including UC SHIP, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Medi-Cal managed care plans, and more.