Therapists for college students near 27707

College is a time of growth, independence, and figuring out who you are—but it can also come with a lot of pressure. Between academics, relationships, friendships, career decisions, and trying to balance everything, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or like you’re expected to have it all figured out. As a younger male therapist, I offer a perspective that can feel relatable and approachable for college-aged men. I understand that opening up about stress, anxiety, relationships, or personal struggles doesn’t always come naturally, especially when you’re used to handling things on your own. My approach is laid-back, honest, and judgment-free. Therapy isn’t about someone telling you how to live your life—it’s about having a space to talk openly, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and develop practical tools to handle life with more confidence. Whether you’re struggling right now or simply want to become a better version of yourself, I’m here to help.

At Clarity Cove Counseling, we specialize in helping children, teens, adults, and families navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, school and work stress, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of the people who come to us are bright, capable, and caring but underneath, they may be overthinking everything, putting enormous pressure on themselves, struggling with confidence, feeling overwhelmed by expectations, or simply not feeling like themselves. Parents may be wondering how to help a child who is anxious, shutting down, struggling socially, or having big emotions. Adults may look like they have everything together while privately feeling exhausted, stuck, disconnected, or caught in the same patterns over and over again. We help our clients understand what's happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools they can use in everyday life. That might look like a teen learning to manage anxiety without avoiding the things that matter to them, a student finding strategies that make ADHD more manageable, or a child learning to understand and regulate big emotions. For adults, progress might look like quieting the constant mental noise, setting boundaries without feeling consumed by guilt, understanding how past experiences are affecting present relationships, responding rather than reacting, and letting go of the pressure to always hold everything together. It can mean feeling more confident in your decisions, more connected in your relationships, and more like yourself again. For families, change might look like calmer mornings, fewer power struggles, more open conversations, and parents feeling more confident about how to support their child without constantly wondering if they're doing the right thing. Our goal isn't simply to help you feel better during a therapy session. We want what happens in the therapy room to translate into real life, at home, at school, at work, in your relationships, and in the way you see yourself. Located in Mooresville, NC, Clarity Cove Counseling offers a warm, down-to-earth space where you can feel understood, build meaningful skills, work through what's keeping you stuck, and begin creating a life that feels calmer, more connected, and more like your own.

Ashley Morgan, LCMHCA, is a Teen, Young Adult & Adult Therapist in Mooresville, NC serving clients ages 12+. She has spent several years working in middle and high school settings, supporting adolescents through academic, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Through these experiences, she developed a passion for helping teens, young adults, and adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, life transitions, and emotional challenges while building confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. Ashley also enjoys helping high school students prepare for college, career decisions, increased independence, and the transition into adulthood. Ashley has developed a passion for helping teens, young adults, and adults build confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. Through these experiences, she has developed a strong passion for helping young people and adults navigate difficult seasons while building confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. Ashley creates a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable exploring anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and personal challenges without judgment. Whether teens, young adults, or adults are seeking support for anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, or life transitions, Ashley strives to help each client feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for lasting change. She believes that therapy can provide valuable insight, encouragement, and support during life's most challenging moments. Using evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, Ashley works alongside clients to strengthen coping skills, improve emotional regulation, reduce anxiety, and foster long-term personal growth.

"Strength Harbor PLLC is a growing virtual mental health group proudly serving individuals and families across North and South Carolina. We specialize in helping people navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, and relational challenges—offering individual, couples and family therapy in a flexible, virtual format. Our goal is to make mental health support accessible, compassionate, and culturally attuned. We currently accept Medicaid, Medicare Aetna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare and Cigna. We’re also proud to have Spanish-speaking counselors and therapists from a variety of cultural backgrounds."

At Rebirth, we understand that college can be exciting, but it can also come with a lot—trying to balance classes, work, relationships, family responsibilities, finances, and figuring out what’s next in life. Our goal is to create a comfortable and supportive space where students can talk openly about stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, or simply feeling overwhelmed. We provide therapy for individuals ages 12 and up, with both virtual and in-office options to make getting support a little easier. Most importantly, we want college students to know that you don’t have to wait until things become too much before reaching out for support.

Yareni Dake, is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in life transitions, trauma, and coping mechanisms. Yareni offers an empathic, non-judgmental space where clients can explore and process their thoughts and emotions. The goal is to help them understand the unconscious and other motivations that may be affecting their day-to-day experiences. Yareni works to empower clients through a comprehensive counseling style that supports healing of the mind, body, and spirit. The therapeutic approach is solution-focused. Clients and [Name] explore their story together and work on a path to healing. Along the way, clients build a better understanding of themselves and the other influences in their world, with compassion and patience guiding the process. She also values a relational, supportive approach to therapy and is open to adding mindfulness and relaxation techniques based on each client’s needs. The types of therapies she specialize in are: Interpersonal, Psychodynamic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Trauma Focused Therapy.

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Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with over 10 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings and with all ages. Rachel’s passion is working with individuals, families, and couples to establish and restore healthy relationships. She enjoys helping people clarify and work toward their goals so they can live their lives to the fullest. Her Services include: Relationship, family, and marriage difficulties Coping with life transitions Stress management and reduction Substance use and addiction issues Depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder Chronic mental illness

The problems you’re experiencing may seem overwhelming, but they can provide an opportunity for you to change your life for the better. Seeking out help is an important step toward dealing with the problems that have kept you from thinking, feeling, and relating to others the way you want. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing a variety of challenges. My two primary areas of focus and expertise are working with clients who are experiencing problems in their relationships, and those who are going through a transition in their lives that is creating stress. My approach assists you in developing a broader, more positive sense of self. In turn, you will become better equipped to cope with life’s challenges. I’ll also help you to perceive how your relationships have shaped you, and recognize how you can alter their patterns in positive ways. If you wish to examine how spirituality shapes your life, I provide an environment in which you can clarify your ideals and values while respecting your religious identity and traditions. I would be honored to serve in helping you find a better way to live.

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Dharma Counseling is committed to providing exceptional care to all individuals who seek out support and assistance. Our aim is to promote awareness, build on motivation, and enhance skills needed to live a happy and fulfilling life free from the bondage of addiction through individual, family and community efforts. We believe that asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength and a brave first step towards change.. DCS offers flexible treatment options for individuals who are dealing with mental health and substance abuse disorders. This facility specializes in individual and group counseling for folks with mental health and addiction challenges. We strive to provide each client with their own individual treatment needs, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Therapy with a strength-based emphasis. Our areas of expertise include, comprehensive clinical assessment, counseling folks with depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, grief/loss, chemical dependency, emotion regulation and interpersonal issues. We provide DWI/DUI assessment and counseling services both virtually and in-person.

Seeking therapy is a courageous act of self-care and self-discovery. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or weighed down by past wounds, unwanted thoughts, identity questions, relationship challenges, or the pressures of modern life—including the impact of technology, social media, and AI—you are not alone. I offer an affirming space to explore queerness, neurodivergence, multicultural identity, intergenerational pressures, and systems that weren’t built with you in mind. I am here to walk alongside you with compassion, warmth, and deep respect for who you are and where you come from. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns shaping your experiences, clarify what matters most to you, and develop strategies tailored to your needs. My goal is to support you in reclaiming your story, honoring your complexity, and building a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and whole. If this resonates, please reach out via email, call, or text to schedule your complimentary 15-minute consultation—available both in person and virtually. When you get in touch, kindly include your name, contact information, and a few dates and times that work best for you. I look forward to being a part of your journey.

I welcome individuals from all backgrounds. I prioritize working with any and all women, girls, members of the Queer and Trans communities, and expecting parents, ages 15+. As a cisgender white woman I am aware of the privileges I hold and I honor the perspectives, backgrounds, and lived experiences of my clients. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic process and therefore will ask for your input in goal-setting and treatment planning conversations. I will at times offer clinical guidance, but not before hearing what it is you are seeking and hoping to gain from your therapy experience. My work is trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based, aimed at co-creating strong therapeutic rapport. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Mindfulness and Grounding, and Therapeutic Art. Through each of these interventions, I aim to strengthen and empower your voice and provide a safe space to be who you are, without judgment and without expectation.

We believe that while pain is unavoidable in life, suffering is not. Everyone suffers in different ways and for different reasons. Suffering that comes as a result of trauma or mental illnesses can be changed. There is relief. We can help you find that relief. We have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with a wide range of disorders including depression, anxiety, psychosis, PTSD, and personality disorders. Our experience also includes work with high-risk behaviors, including substance abuse, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.

My approach as a clinician focuses on the idea that each individual has their own innate and unique strengths that make them powerful, and capable, as the experts of their own lives. My goal as a therapist is to create a shared space in which a client can reflect on and engage with their preferred way of being, in order to take steps towards authenticity. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness-based practices, I aim to assist clients in noticing, appreciating, and utilizing their own unique strengths to take steps towards goals or overcoming challenges in their everyday lives. If you are navigating the struggle of major life transitions like new jobs, moving from home, beginning higher education, ending a relationship, I can walk alongside you. With experience in working with the burnout and accumulated stress of students, I can provide individualized support and treatment. There is no need to take this journey alone. Together we can maneuver through the tough waters, embrace the joys we find, and Ride the Wave!

Starting therapy in college can feel intimidating, especially when you're juggling classes, relationships, family expectations, and trying to figure out who you are and what you want. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure about the future, or like you're supposed to have it all together when things feel anything but. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I work with college students who are navigating things like self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and trouble setting boundaries. In therapy, we’ll look at the patterns behind what’s keeping you stuck and find practical, manageable ways to help you feel more confident and in control. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I pull from approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you build coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and reconnect with what actually matters to you. I’m LGBTQIA+ affirming and committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming space for people of all identities and backgrounds. Whether you’re coming in with a specific concern or just a feeling that something’s off, I’m here to support you through it.

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As a dedicated clinician specializing in anxiety, depression, and obsessive thinking, I offer compassionate support and evidence-based practices to guide individuals toward reaching their full potential. With a deep commitment to fostering a safe and empathetic environment, I aim to empower clients as they navigate life and discover inner resilience. My therapeutic approach is rooted in the belief that each person's journey is unique, and I tailor treatment to meet the specific needs and goals of my clients. Through a blend of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and various other therapeutic approaches, I work with individuals to explore underlying issues, thought patterns, and work to uncover the strengths and resources within you to promote lasting change and emotional resilience. In sessions, you can expect a space where your experiences are honored, and your voice is heard. Whether you are seeking short-term support for a life event or a deeper exploration of your emotional landscape, I am committed to providing support every step of the way. I welcome you to reach out and schedule a consultation.

When we can sit with our feelings and examine our thoughts we have an increased ability to understand our decisions and behaviors as well as the choices that are available to us. We utilize a non judgmental and warm approach to fully understand where clients are in their journey. We believe our clients present us with an enormous gift by sharing their vulnerabilities and strengths; we take therapy seriously and hope that each session is productive and our clients leave with a broader understanding of themselves and what they can do in the moment to feel better. We openly welcome clients of color, immigrants, queer and trans* clients, and clients of all genders. We provide individual counseling to help each person identify their own strengths and contributions to creating a life worth living. We have many years of experience providing trauma focused work, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and internal family systems therapy. We are comfortable treating a number of diagnoses, histories, and symptoms, including, but not limited to: life adjustments, trauma, sexual abuse, adoption issues, attachment disruptions, depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, difficulties with emotion regulation, issues of over control, self harming behaviors, and suicidal ideation.

Welcome to Becoming Counseling, PLLC! Becoming Counseling, PLLC offers psychotherapy services to individuals and couples. Becoming Counseling, PLLC is located in Durham, North Carolina close to Duke University and UNC-Chapel Hill. If you’re here, it means you’re already on your path to becoming. Whether you’re looking to become accepting of your own skin or better equipped in your relationships, we’re here to help!