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Therapists for college students near New York, NY

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Matt Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

My work is primarily catered toward issues such as acute stress, interpersonal difficulties, and challenges involving mood and anxiety. While I welcome individuals of all backgrounds, I am particularly invested in working with clients with marginalized identities, acting as a welcoming ally to queer and trans identified individuals and people of color. As a therapist, I have close to a decade of experience working with a range of at-risk populations in a number of professional settings. Many of my clients arrive feeling like they move from one stressor to the next. Getting out of bed is difficult, creativity and passion fade, and scrolling on a screen replaces human contact. My practice aims at helping individuals uncover, clarify, and address substantial barriers which block pleasure and satisfaction. The work I do involves a deep exploration of historical, interpersonal, and emotional factors in conjunction with the development of practical skills aimed at fostering wellness.

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Emily Stephen, PsyD
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

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Megan Piesman
Psychologist
New York, NY

If you find yourself constantly caught up in a cycle of overthinking & overachieving, seeking balance and centeredness in your life, I am here to help. Through therapy, we will explore strategies to calm the racing thoughts, ease the pressure of constant doing, and rediscover a sense of harmony within yourself. While we may not possess the ability to directly control our thoughts & feelings, we do hold the power to consciously choose our responses to these internal experiences. Together, we can navigate the challenges you face, while embracing laughter, acceptance, and an authentic connection that promotes growth & well-being. I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, & perfectionism. I enjoy helping young adults navigate professional, social, & romantic challenges. Therapy should be tailored, not one-size-fits-all. That's why I adopt an integrative approach, drawing from the rich foundations of acceptance & commitment and cognitive-behavioral therapies for a comprehensive approach. Congratulations on starting this exciting journey of self-discovery! Whether you're well-versed in therapy or just starting out, my aim is to enhance your life & be a valuable support. I bring a compassionate curiosity, a sense of humor, & casual/conversational style. I'd love to hear from you and offer a complimentary consultation to answer questions

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Happy Apple™
Group practice
New York, NY

Happy Apple is known for its warm and highly experienced team of therapists who specialize in relationship concerns, both for individuals and couples, as well as the treatment of anxiety, depression, and EMDR for trauma. Most clients seek out Happy Apple to help them sort through internal conflict, relationship concerns, or for help managing stress caused by school, work, or a change in circumstances. Happy Apple therapists take an engaged approach, using science-backed approaches like CBT, DBT, and EFT to help clients find solutions and new ways to cope with anxiety, fear, depression, or worry.

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Catherine Vargas
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

Hello! I assist BIPOC LGBTQ+ adults (18-40) to overcome anxiety, depression, shame, body image, grief, and trauma, among other challenges. While using various therapeutic techniques, I especially draw from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. Together, we will explore how your past, present, and social environment impact your mental health. I have extensive experience working with BIPOC folx, those with intersectional identities, people from diverse sexual and gender experiences, sex workers, kink/fetish, BDSM, and poly/ENM communities. I would love the opportunity to assist you on your mental health journey in reaching your desired goals. Sliding scale fee available.

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Sydney Pollock-Tobert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

Looking for a therapist can be challenging. It can be hard to find someone who is the right fit. I am a licensed clinical social worker working with clients of all ages. I have experience working with those who have experienced traumatic events, grief and loss, anxiety, depressive symptoms, divorce/separations, behavioral concerns, family conflicts and life transitions. In our sessions together, I use an eclectic approach of modalities including talk therapy, psychodynamic theory, trauma-informed therapy, the Ackerman Relational Model, Interpersonal Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In my practice I offer a warm and empathetic approach that is centered around your needs. Please feel free to reach out to set up a 15 minute consultation call.

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Diana Feldman
Drama Therapist
New York, NY

Welcome! I am a compassionate therapist that cares about you. I have over 30 years experience and specialize in young adults. You can check out my website at: Dianafeldmancounseling.com College is a hard time of change especially these days. I work on many levels from talk therapy to additional services in creative arts therapy. I help you tap into your potential for meaningful growth and change. I specialize in developmental work meaning to help you understand your past and how it plays out today. Feel free to call for free 15 minute consultation! Let’s do this! Diana

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Dr. Tema Watstein
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

I am a clinical psychologist working with emerging adults and couples, specializing in issues around gender and sexuality as well as creativity and artistic identity. In practice, I believe in the utility of a strong working alliance, and strive to make you feel both understood and empowered throughout the evolution of treatment. While psychodynamic in orientation, I view my practice as integrative. Looking at patterns present in affect, behavior, and cognition, as well as through interpersonal experience, I endeavor to meet each patient where they are. I have extensive experience in couples and group therapy, particularly with non-monogamous and queer-identified populations. My clinical approach is informed by Emotion Focused Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. At the same time, developmental history and early attachment patterns remain fundamental to my understanding of people. I view it as an immense privilege, coupled with high responsibility, to be entrusted with someone’s vulnerability. I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at CUNY City College. I also hold a Masters in Violin Performance from the Manhattan School of Music, where I subsequently served as a therapist in residence. I was formerly a violinist in the NYC-based quartet, ETHEL. My musical background and capacity for self-observation continue to inform my practice as a therapist. It is my experience that therapy provides a valuable stage, one on which you and I can imagine a different repertoire of human experience together.

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Dr. Alexandra Schraub
Psychologist
New York, NY

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Rachel Sivek Psychiatry
Psychiatrist
New York, NY

I am a psychiatrist located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, trained in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. I am also practice near Stony Brook, NY. As a psychiatrist, I have the pleasure of working with a variety of patients and can easily tailor treatment to each patient’s specific needs. For some patients, therapy is enough. For most, the combination of therapy, medication, and lifestyle interventions results in remission of symptoms. In my practice, I strive to create an intimate, safe space for self-exploration and personal growth. I am supportive, nonjudgmental, and empathetic. We will focus on what you want out of treatment and help you achieve your goals. In addition to general psychiatric care, I offer specialized care in reproductive psychiatry, trauma, and sex therapy. Please contact me so that we can talk and see if I can help you. I would be honored to work with you on your mental health journey.

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Alicia Leporati
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Larchmont, NY

Psychotherapy is your time to grow and heal. When we struggle with different aspects of our lives it can help to talk and be listened to. I have great respect for my clients and want to help you try to achieve a more satisfying and fulfilling life. Take this time to truly get to know yourself. I am a queer feminist therapist who is body positive, sex-positive, anti-diet and HAES aligned, and I am committed to anti-racist work. My office is a safe and inclusive place for all.

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Be You Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

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Joanna Pudil Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

You are someone who may be feeling stuck, lost, or you don’t know how to reach your goals. The worst part? You remember what it’s like to feel happy, content, and without doubt and fear. You are reaching the point where you feel so exhausted that you feel like you “can’t do this anymore.“ Your old coping skills are becoming limiting and constraining. They no longer are helping you progress in life. You are ready to put energy into reclaiming your voice. You go to work, keep up with friends and daily routines but something is missing. You don’t feel like you are in the right place and wonder how to actually get there. You’re smart enough to know you can’t do this alone anymore. You’re ready to invest in YOURSELF. I am here to help you life your best life

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Kip Therapy
Clinic or agency
New York, NY

Currently accepting clients in New York State for teletherapy and in-person in NYC! We work with most major insurance companies--call/email us to find out if our services are covered. Kip Therapy is therapy for every identity. Together, we’ll define and work on the things that make it difficult to find your place in the world—like being queer, processing trauma, navigating your most important relationships, entering into adulthood and careers, or struggling with self-esteem. Kip was originally founded to fill a gap in mental health care for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Many members of the Kip team have lived experiences as LGBTQ+ people, and it remains one of the primary reasons clients work with us. Through a LGBTQ+ affirming lens, our therapists focus on what makes you unique and how your experiences--your history, your identity, your culture--shape who you are and what you may be struggling with. Kip is a trailblazer in the mental health industry, serving clients in New York State. Since 2013, we’ve been rethinking and redesigning therapy for the 21st century. Our work is shaped by three guiding principles: Include-We provide care for individuals who have been excluded from traditional therapy, particularly members of the LGBTQ+ community. Invest-We offer training and support for emerging therapists to improve quality of care and unlock new opportunities for diverse clinicians. Innovate-We boldly push the field of psychotherapy forward, and evolve our own approach based on the latest best practices.

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Kelley Hershman & Associates
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

My guide in counseling is to create a safe and welcoming environment that promotes autonomy, open and honest communication and support to be who you are, where you are while working on where you want to be. For many, the notion of therapy implies that “something is wrong” when it is quite the opposite. The clarity it takes to acknowledge, accept and receive therapy or ‘mind maintenance’ as I like to call it, means you are self-aware, and there is nothing wrong with that. I specialize in a bad day with academic stress, social anxiety and depression but I can also work with a good day!

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FELICIA HASSAN
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
The Bronx, NY

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Prospect Psychology
Psychologist
New York, NY

We believe that excellent therapy improves students lives in substantial, meaningful ways, which is what you should expect when you get started. We are a group of highly trained psychologists who love working with students to improve their lives and make changes.

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Sara Beth Clayton
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

I specialize in providing queer-affirming therapy to adults who are experiencing difficulties navigating identity issues, burnout, stress, and stigma. I have experience working with college students on self-esteem, identity exploration, perfectionism, anxiety, and practical skills such as time management.

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Frances Huang, Wove Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

Frances is an autistic/neurodivergent, nonbinary and queer, disabled Taiwanese and Chinese immigrant. Frances works through an integrated person centered, trauma informed, relational, and feminist framework where they meet the client where they are at and co-designs the therapeutic space with clients to allow clients to be able to bring their whole selves in. They approach therapy from the fundamental belief that mental health symptoms are 1. responses to needs not being met and are indicators of larger systemic issues such as surviving under capitalism, living through the climate crisis, and resisting genocidal systems, and 2. differences that have been pathologized by a society that places a human’s worth on their productivity. A person's healing isn't linear and cannot be done in isolation without addressing these existing power structures and institutions. Therefore, Frances works from the perspective that mental health clinicians need to be advocates for systemic change, and is consistently advocating for mental health services to be more accessible for marginalized communities. Frances received their EdM and MA in Counseling Psychology at Teachers College Columbia University. Their previous training included working on an ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) team at the Bridge NY, where they were part of a mobile multidisciplinary treatment team that addressed clients who have fallen out of traditional mental healthcare and experience serious mental health conditions such as schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, etc. Frances also has a background of working in NY politics and advocacy at a social services nonprofit, where they mobilized AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander), low income, and immigrant communities to build political power.

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Purpose Squared Mental Health Counseling & Executive Coaching
Group practice
New York, NY

Purpose Squared is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy counseling group in New York City. The team is here to help. Our clients often feel they are not maximizing their potential, despite others believing they have it all under control. We believe strongly in cultivating meaningful relationships, developing awareness and challenging assumptions. Specialties include relationships, stress, executive coaching, the creative process, and empowerment. Some team members have specializations in substance struggles, psychiatric diagnoses, and performance coaching. We work co-actively, helping you close the gap between where you are and where you want to be. We hold you accountable to what you say is important to you. We are Mental Health Counselors in NY State, with clinical training from Columbia University. All team members work under the supervision of the team Director. Our Director, Swati Jagetia, LMHC, is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology & Education at Columbia, as well as a certified professional coach through CTI, the largest coach program worldwide. She counsels onsite at Google one day a week, as well as speaks professionally. Her talk, the Small Words that Sabotage - and What to Say Instead, can be found on TED.com.

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