Therapists for college students near New York University
Angelina Acevedo
Whether you’re navigating issues of identity, family dynamics, discrimination, mental health challenges such as anxiety or depression, or trauma, I’m here to walk with you in a way that honors your lived experiences. Together, we can explore strategies that help you heal, grow, and build resilience. My approach is grounded in creating a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental environment for all individuals, especially those from marginalized communities. I understand that unique cultural factors, identity struggles, and social pressures can impact your mental health, and I’m here to provide support that respects and affirms your experiences.
Paula Sands, PsyD
I have years of experience working with college and graduate students, from liberal arts colleges, major state universities, as well as STEM schools. College and graduate school can be an exciting and anxiety provoking time, and I workto help you build a sense of control in your life and excitement for your future! I incorporate many different orientations, from psychodynamic to cognitive-behavioral to feminist. Which means that I help you understand the ways your life experiences affect you now and help you gain skills to make changes.
Carmen Cabrera
If you’re introducing your clinical practice as an LCSW specializing in ADHD, depression, family conflict, and self-esteem, you’ll want to clearly communicate your areas of expertise and how you approach helping clients. Here’s a suggestion for your introduction: Welcome to my practice! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a specialized focus in helping individuals and families navigate challenges related to ADHD, depression, family conflict, and self-esteem. I understand that these issues can impact various aspects of your life, from relationships to personal well-being. In my practice, I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re struggling with attention difficulties, facing emotional lows, or working through family dynamics, my goal is to help you develop practical skills for coping, improving your mental health, and fostering stronger relationships. If you’re seeking support in understanding and managing ADHD, finding ways to improve your self-esteem, resolving family conflicts, or addressing depression, I am here to offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns and move toward healing. Let’s work together to help you build a life filled with confidence, peace, and understanding. Feel free to adjust based on your tone and what you feel best represents your approach!
Alexis Valentin
Life in NYC can be exciting — and overwhelming. I help teens, college students, and young adults in NY manage anxiety, depression, mood/personality disorders, stress, trauma, and relationship issues using an eclectic therapeutic approach that targets your unique needs. If you’re struggling with stress, self-doubt, or life transitions, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll navigate the difficult stuff; with humor, resilience, and lots of reflection. Therapy doesn't have to be scary. It can be a safe space to explore challenges and grow. My goal is to help you feel grounded, empowered, and, unapologetically, more like yourself. Sessions with me are virtual, collaborative, and practical with a focus on your unique needs and characteristics and how we can draw from your existing strengths. Virtual therapy can be just as impactful as in-person therapy, and more convenient, too! I welcome clients of all cultures/identities. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about next steps in your life, I can help. Together, we’ll create a safe, nonjudgmental, and compassionate space where you can explore your challenges, discover your strengths, and move forward with purpose. With empathy and accountability, we'll get you there! Call or email Alexis Valentin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 722-0949
Paul Hymowitz
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Marian Cooper
There is no magic button or quick-fix solution when it comes to making a change. I find that I am the best fit for individuals who are looking to enhance their emotional well being and want to challenge themselves. I specialize in helping individuals struggling with life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My therapeutic approach considers clients to be the experts in their life, with my role as a guide to help uncover negative patterns and work towards positive change.
Megan Pinzel (Sol Health)
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Megan. I am a therapist-in-training at SolHealth and am excited to begin working together! I would like to take a moment to introduce myself and share a bit about what you can expect as we begin sessions together. I am a first-year master’s degree student in the Mental Health Counseling program at City College of New York. I received an interdisciplinary degree in Science, Technology, and Society where I focused on Psychology, Sociology, and Cultural Studies at Farmingdale State College. I have previously interned in schools where I worked with populations experiencing anxiety and difficulties with life transitions. I also worked as an ABA therapist where I specialized in working with clients with developmental disabilities. My primary modalities of therapy are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Adlerian Therapy. My therapeutic approach incorporates: mindfulness exercises to help with stress management, reducing stress and anxiety, overcoming depression, developing self-compassion, and creating a meaningful life for yourself. I believe in exploring an individual’s past and present while empowering them in a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative space. Megan Pinzel is a therapist-in-training at Sol Health. Sol Health is a digital health startup that offers $30 therapy to Gen Zs by connecting them with therapists-in-training accruing clinical hours. To work with us, please submit the sign-up form on our website:
Deafny Gallo
In a world full of stressors and chaos we tend to forget to take care of our mental health which is a crucial part of our overall well-being. Taking some time to hit pause and talk about the overwhelming feelings life throws at you can help alleviate some anxiety and worries that might be causing overwhelming feelings. It's important to remember to be nice to yourself and one way to start is by seeking support. Hi! My name is Deafny Gallo and I'm a second-year Master’s student in the Mental Health Counseling Program at the City College of New York. My goal is to help my clients work through any issues and stresses they may be dealing with through the use of CBT and a Psychodynamic approach during our sessions together. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young and elderly adults. I aim to approach my client’s issues in a safe and non-judgmental environment where we can establish a trusting relationship to achieve my client’s goals. I look forward to working together in your journey to become a better you! Deafny Gallo is a therapist-in-training at Sol Health. Sol Health is a digital health startup that offers $30 therapy to Gen Zs by connecting them with therapists-in-training accruing clinical hours.
Kelsey Cottingham
Kelsey is a master of social work who works primarily with young adults experiencing life changes, relationships issues, grief, trauma, and depression and anxiety. She has a particular passion for helping people improve their self-understanding to strengthen platonic and romantic relationships, increase self-compassion, and to identify personal values and learn to live by them. Kelsey incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, but makes sure to tailor her sessions to the individual first and foremost. Before becoming a therapist, Kelsey had a career in advertising and marketing working for consumer brands and tech companies. Having experienced these worlds first-hand, Kelsey is uniquely equipped to understand and empathize with many of the challenges her clients face day-to-day — things like burnout, navigating office dynamics, and the identity struggle that comes with learning who you are as an adult while maintaining a demanding career. Kelsey seeks to create a safe and welcoming experience for her clients. She knows how to address immediate stressors and concerns, while keeping long-term healing goals at the forefront. She is welcoming of people of all identities and backgrounds, inclusive of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Kensington Wellness
Kensington Wellness strives to offer accessible, affordable therapy that fits your needs. Our therapists are dedicated and diverse and bring a variety of experience and perspectives to their work. We accept a variety of insurance plans and offer affordable out-of-pocket rates. Whether you are struggling with relationship, academic, career or other life challenges, we will challenge you to take steps toward achieving the change and meaning you want.
Bianca Davenport
Life can throw a lot at us. You may need a space where you can lay it all out without worrying about being judged. I provide a space where you can talk/vent about stuff like depression, grief, family stress, identity issues, the everyday frustrations, and even the messy in between. Nothing is too big or small to discuss. I work with people going through life transitions, relationships challenges, the ups and downs that come with being LGBTQ+, bicultural, or even navigating racial identity. I know how important it is to feel seen and understood. I make it a priority to create space to let it all out and do not hold anything back. Therapy with me is about honesty, connection, and real talk. In our sessions we will learn to process deeply, and move forward with clarity and purpose. We will figure things out together, at your pace, you can reset, find renewal, feel empowered and more in control of you.
Through The Woods Psychological Services
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Nicole Reiner Freilich
I specialize in treating anxiety, panic, stress, OCD, relationship challenges, and transitions. Are your thoughts and behaviors self-defeating at times, blocking you from what you really want in life? We all see the world through different lenses, which are formed and strengthened by our genes, the messages we received growing up, and our accumulated experiences. Sometimes this lens can become distorted, causing us to perceive and interact with the world in unhelpful ways. Certain thinking and behavioral patterns may get in the way of relationships with others, with work, and with ourselves. Psychotherapy can be a really important resource for preserving self-care and building resiliency. Whether you are seeking therapy to work on a specific concern or goal, to get through a tough time, or to understand yourself better, I strive to provide my clients with a supportive, collaborative, and judgment-free space. Our work together will involve understanding your unique patterns and developing skills to cope with unhelpful thoughts and overwhelming emotions, decrease unworkable behaviors, and increase value-driven living. Email for a complimentary phone consultation. For policy and pricing FAQ, please view www.nicolereinertherapy.com.
Gabriella Giachin
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Wellness Road Psychology
At Wellness Road Psychology, which has two locations in Dobbs Ferry, New York, and New York City’s Financial District, and offers telehealth visits, the therapists at Wellness Road Psychology, provide a safe and comfortable space for kids, adults, and couples to open up about their concerns and struggles with mental health. Their goal is to help people achieve fulfillment and overcome their obstacles. They understand that the prospect of therapy can seem intimidating to a new patient, and aims to help them feel relaxed upon entering the office. Speaking of the office, it’s a modern, clean, and well-lit environment. Patients immediately feel at home and welcome in the waiting room, and even more so when they sit down for counseling. The team at Wellness Road Psychology engage patients, but keeps them relaxed and don’t make them leave their comfort zone until they’re ready. It’s essential that patients work at their own pace. Among its many specialties, Wellness Road Psychology provides individual therapy for adults and adolescents alike, dating coaching for singles, and couples therapy for seasoned relationships and marriages. The team at Wellness Road Psychology evaluate each patient’s needs and goals during an initial consultation before creating a holistic treatment plan. The compassionate, empathetic, and down-to-earth demeanor of the providers at Wellness Road Psychology encourages patients to be open during their therapy sessions. They specialize in new and innovative therapy techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorder (ADD), post-traumatic stress disorder, and simply working through life events. They use the latest, state-of-the-art treatments that are based on and backed by credible research. Mental health is intertwined with physical health and vice versa. To improve both with clinical psychology guidance, call now for an evaluation at Wellness Road Psychology today.
Neena Lall
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Gabrielle Mason at Resilience Lab
So many students can feel overwhelmed… by choices, by things that need to be done, by relationships at home and at school, by worries about your own life and the broader world, by figuring out who you are… who you want to be… where you fit in… where you want to go. I want to help you grow to cope more easily with all that’s on your plate. I also specialize in supporting caregivers of all kinds. Do you have aging parents, a loved one with dementia or chronic illness, or children (perhaps with special needs) who need your care? Are you a health care worker, teacher, or volunteer? I want to help you balance caring for others with valuing and taking better care of yourself. When we work together, you are in charge; you drive the boat. I view my role as coach, pit crew, investigator, occasional guest lecturer, comic relief, gentle nudge, and trusted companion on your path. My work is all about your strengths and your vision–finding them, sorting between them, nurturing them to take you in directions you want to go. Our work is also about play: finding the courage and confidence to dream, to try, to try again, to try a different route. You can do both, staying present to enjoy as much as possible of your now while moving towards a future that makes your heart sing. All identities warmly welcome.
Rachel Honoroff
I offer an empathic and non-judgmental space for self-exploration and moving through what might feel stuck or challenging as you navigate the college journey. This might include struggling with managing academic demands, anxiety, low mood, relationships, or self-esteem. You don't have to go through it alone. I have expertise in working with those that have experienced relational trauma, such as abuse, neglect, betrayal, or unhealthy relationships. We can work together to increase awareness and understanding of what brings you to therapy and to help empower you to achieve your goals. My approach is relational and psychodynamic and can incorporate mindfulness and somatic-based techniques, including EMDR. I look forward to hearing from you!
Simran Preet (Sol Health)
Hello and Welcome! My name is Simran Preet, and I’m a pre-licensed Mental Health Counseling graduate and therapist-in-training at Sol Health. I know that taking the step to seek support can feel daunting, and I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to be here. My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen and heard. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to walk alongside you. Together, we can explore your unique story, uncover your strengths, and work towards healing and growth at a pace that feels right for you. I approach therapy with empathy, compassion, and curiosity, tailoring our work to meet your needs. I believe in the power of connection and collaboration and that small steps can lead to profound change. Sol Health is a digital health startup dedicated to making therapy accessible and affordable for Gen Z by offering sessions for just $30. We connect individuals like you with therapists-in-training who are accruing clinical hours, which makes it possible to receive quality care at an affordable rate. If you’re ready to start this journey, I would be honored to support you. Let’s work together to create a path forward that feels meaningful and empowering.
Alyssa Bivona
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