Therapists for college students near New York University
Janine O'Brien
I believe that what brings many people to therapy is a sense of disconnection (from themselves, others, or the world around them). Alongside disconnection, clients may experience depression, anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, job/career concerns, loneliness, anger, body pains, among other symptoms. I’m passionate about working with clients to help them identify, understand, and reconnect with the parts of themselves and their experiences that they disconnected from throughout the years. It is through this work that clients are able to show up more authentically and experience greater meaning and fulfillment in their lives. I work primarily from relational and attachment based frameworks while incorporating complementary modalities, prioritizing client needs/goals. My specialty is working with individuals with relationship concerns, identity exploration, and life transitions. Additionally, I have expertise working with college/graduate students and emerging adults. I wholeheartedly believe that much of the healing and growth process occurs within the context of relationships (whether that be in the relationships with others or with yourself). Therefore, I emphasize the importance of finding a good fit with a therapist and encourage reaching out if you feel we may be a good fit. I look forward to connecting!
Gina Della Penna
Are you dealing with excessive worrying and overwhelm? Maybe perfectionism is starting to take a toll? Struggling with procrastination or low motivation? Or perhaps you're running into trouble with relationships (friendships, family, or romantic)? With years of experience providing therapy to students on a college campus, I understand the unique pressures you face. In a relaxed, relatable way, we'll work together to figure out what's at the root of your challenges and take steps to help you overcome and move forward in a healthier and happier way.
Tania Vargas
Tania Vargas, LCSW is a bilingual psychotherapist licensed in New York and New Jersey. She uses an intersectionality lens to discuss issues regarding anxiety, depression, foster care, adoption, and general mental health. Tania works with individuals, couples, and families. She helps individuals find their own paths and supports them through their decision-making process.
Margaret O'Shea Tippy, PsyD
Hi! I'm a Psychologist licensed in both New York and California, and I love working with college students! Please call to arrange an appointment in-office, or via computer (secure, live-stream video conferencing platform).
Kerry Gatins
Hello! I'm a LMHC in the state of NY working primarily with young adults and those looking to explore their identity. I enjoy looking at things with a creative and holistic approach. My previous time working in and around the arts also helps to inform the way I work. I hope that I can be a helpful partner on your journey.
Michael Alcee
For many, college is the best of times..the newfound freedom to discover who you are and where you’re going in your career and your relationships and the sense of all that’s possible. But, for others, it’s also the worst. Why? Because this is also a time of existential crises. New freedoms bring up so many questions: Is this really the relationship or career I want to pursue? If this is such a great time in my life, why do I feel so anxious, stressed, or depressed? Why can’t I regularly tap into the motivation I want to do all the things I’ve always wanted to do? Imagine how it feels… the waves constantly coming at you. You personally have to navigate these situations, because you’re the only one with all the answers. But it feels scary and shameful that you don’t have the foggiest clue of what you’re doing. And shouldn’t you already know by now?? Not at all! Truth is, college is a much more difficult time than most people acknowledge. But hard times can also be opportunities… for you to discover more fully who you are and how to embrace this ‘not-knowing.’ Our work together will help you learn how to make sense of all these different feelings, and cultivate the creativity needed to make something interesting and new out of all those questions. Instead of being pummeled by the waves, you can actually surf them! Instead of getting pulled in by the undertow, the barrage of self-critical and anxious thoughts that keep you up at night, I’ll help you learn how to approach these without fear and harness them so you can find your answers. Let’s get started! If you’re excited about putting aside the worry and the stress and finding your energy and direction again, call or email me so we can get started. College can be that great time you’d always hoped it would be.
Ashlyn Russo
Hi, it’s great to have you here! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a person-centered approach that honors each client’s unique story, strengths, and capacity for growth. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and patterns, life transitions, and trauma. I draw from evidence-based models, such as Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & trauma-informed practices. I support clients in fostering emotional resilience and improving relational connection to self and others. I believe that meaningful change happens in the context of authentic connection with the goal of providing a compassionate, collaborative space where growth and self-expansion can unfold. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply seeking deeper connection and insight, I’m here to walk alongside you towards healing.
Rebecca Collins
Rebecca is a counseling intern who is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their stories and identities. As an Asian American woman and adoptee, she understands how deeply identity, belonging, and cultural context shape people’s lives. Her own journey has given her both compassion and insight into the challenges of navigating transitions, healing from loss, and building a strong sense of self. These experiences guide the way she shows up as a therapist, with openness, authenticity, and respect for each individual’s unique story. She is particularly committed to working with clients exploring identity, cultural-related experiences, or significant life transitions. She also supports Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) individuals, holding space for the layered experiences of culture, family, and generational dynamics. Her goal is to create a space where clients feel comfortable being fully themselves, open, honest, and truly seen. Rebecca’s approach is compassionate and client-centered, drawing from person-centered, narrative, and mindfulness-based practices, as well as elements of cognitive behavioral therapy and multicultural frameworks. She believes therapy is not about “fixing” someone, but about helping clients reconnect with their voice, values, and inner resources. Together, she works with clients to explore what matters most and foster a deeper sense of clarity, confidence, and connection. You can self-schedule a free consultation at ccservices.janeapp.com.
LSB PSYCHOTHERAPY
there are a number of credentials i could share about myself and ways you might decide if i'm the right therapist for you, but honestly, between you and me, what matters is that i love this work and i believe in this work. i feel deeply humbled to hold people's stories and hearts for a living. the trust that this work requires is no small thing, and i never take that lightly. in my clinical practice, i use theories rooted in an anti-racist, queer liberation, harm reduction, and body-neutral framework. i feel most drawn to this work through an attachment-focused analytical frame. we have all been harmed in relationships, and i believe our healing must also exist in relationships. i know we cannot look at one's personal frame without understanding the systemic and cultural impact that intersectionality has had on one's own experience. i have committed to my clinical work always evolving, and we will both teach each other what comes next. i can't promise a safe place, but i can promise an accountable one. i will create the container, i will show up for rupture, and together we will build a foundation of trust to help you heal, grow, challenge, and shift the things that brought you here. i received my master's in clinical social work from silberman school of social work at hunter college in new york city. after graduation, i worked in community mental health, supporting young mothers on their journey towards recovery from opioid-based addictions. i then joined a group practice where i've worked for many years, supporting folks to heal complicated relationships with food, their bodies, their boundaries, their gender, and their sexuality. i believe i am a partner in this work with you, and as people change, heal, and move forward in their lives, i feel profoundly impacted to bear witness and be a part of your story. it is miraculous. finding the right therapist is a process: trust yourself, explore, ask hard questions. we work for you and with you. i am a white, queer, abolitionist, non-binary, dyslexic, jewish, body-liberatory therapist, and most importantly, a client. the only thing i ask of the folks i work with is a commitment to show up, and the rest we will figure out together.
Silver Lining Psychology NY, PLLC
Silver Lining Psychology provides in-person and virtual psychotherapy for adults, teens, kids, couples, families and parents. We help with a wide range of challenges and diagnoses. Our mission is to provide you with high quality therapy in a private practice setting, while still accepting some insurance policies, and offering reasonable fees for those who don’t have insurance benefits.
Brendan Kavanaugh Therapy, Coaching, and Consulting LLC.
I've been in the field of social services for over 25 years, and I've had the good fortune to work in many different settings and with a vast array of populations. As a therapist I create environments that help people feel safe and supported and assist people in building motivation towards positive change. My clinical work is grounded in research and evidence-based practices, and I always work at a pace that is tailored to your unique situation and goals. My approach to therapy is warm, individualized, compassionate, and flexible. I'm a humble man with a good sense of humor, and I'm sensitive yet direct when I communicate. I've received formal training in many of the psychotherapy models and have specialized in the treatment of addiction, depression, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, shame, couples, anxiety, trauma, anger/rage, and relationship challenges. I use the Gottman method for Couples Counseling and find the strategies practical and easy to adopt. In the early stages of my career, I treated adolescents, families, and young adults, and over the last decade have had more clinical experience working with adults and couples. I've also managed clinical program settings, providing leadership and supervision. I'd be happy to set up an initial consultation to see if we would be a good match to work together.
Marisa Schnapp
Feeling stuck in a rut? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? In a safe and supportive environment you will gain insight and learn specific skills so you can get back on track and start living a more fulfilling life.
Brianne Brathwaite MS, RDN
Hello there! We hope this message finds you doing well. We wanted to introduce ourselves as Eat for Success, a black woman-owned private practice dedicated to helping individuals heal their relationship with food through a personalized and empowering approach to nutrition. We understand that college life can be hectic and stressful, and sometimes it can be difficult to prioritize your health. That's where we come in! Our team of registered dietitians is here to provide the tools and support you in making changes that will last a lifetime. We offer a range of flexible times for services, including one-on-one consultations, group sessions, and workshops, all designed to help you strengthen your relationship with food and body. We work and embrace clients of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for everyone. If you want to learn more about how we can support you on your food and body journey, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to chat and answer any questions you may have. Best regards, The Eat for Success Team
Ziva Zaff
Clients who seek my practice include those experiencing range of emotional distress or confusion, seeking clarity and balance in their life. In a compassionate and creative approach utilizing mindfulness, body-mind connection and tools from art therapy practice we work together to unlock your inner strength, wisdom and ability to move forward in a secure and confident manner. Long or short term therapy available, person-based.
Hillary Call
Sometimes you wonder: When did life become so tough? Many things can knock us off balance. Betrayal from friends. Abuse by a trusted one, and the numbing shock of PTSD. Grief and loss. Trauma doesn’t look the same for every person. The common lie my clients tell themselves is, “It’s not that bad, other people have it worse.” You’re not other people, and if your life is being impacted by heavy emotions you’re carrying, you’re allowed to get help. Everything that happens to you, matters. I help people break through the overwhelm. I'm a board-certified psychotherapist specializing in trauma and PTSD, including trauma from abuse, rape, sexual assault and relationship violence. My collaborative approach focuses on your strengths, creating a safe environment that fosters growth. It’s important for someone to be in your corner - not to judge you, or tell you what to do, but to truly listen to you and guide you as you heal.
Jennifer Competello
I am a firm believer that not all therapeutic approaches fit all. CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing have shown to be beneficial throughout my experience as a therapist. With this increased insight, clients can challenge these maladaptive thoughts which can lead to improvements in behaviors and positive outcomes in their lives.
Emily Kramek
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Dadiana Lopez
My name is Dadiana Lopez. I am a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY and CT, and I am here to tell you that you don’t have to suffer through life constantly overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and depressed. I specialize in helping people who feel stuck in a cycle of exhaustion or overwhelm learn to break this cycle, find relief, feel more confident, and finally leave behind people-pleasing behaviors, perfectionism, and dysfunctional family patterns. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD or a constant sense of unworthiness, I can help you too! My approach to therapy is evidence-based, trauma-informed and holistic. I integrate traditional science-backed psychotherapy with somatic modalities, nervous system regulation tools, and mind-body-spirit practices, to uncover and treat the root cause of struggles, not just your symptoms. I want to help you challenge unhelpful beliefs about yourself, build upon your strengths, and work toward healing, authenticity, and the life you want to live. If you're tired of living in survival mode and are ready to heal, reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consult with me today! I am in-network with Optum/United Healthcare and Aetna plans. I also work with Mentaya to help my out-of-network clients get partial reimbursement for my services. If you'd like for me to check your out-of-network benefits, schedule a consult today!
Sarah Litt Therapy
I am a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience supporting individuals through periods of growth, healing, and self-discovery. My background includes working with young adults, college students, and culturally diverse populations, which has deepened my commitment to providing affirming, inclusive care. I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and relationship challenges. Drawing from evidence-based approaches, I tailor therapy to each person’s unique goals and experiences, ensuring that our work together feels meaningful and empowering. My aim is to offer a space where you feel understood, supported, and equipped with practical tools to navigate life’s challenges and build a future that feels authentic to you
Shannon Stapleton, LMSW
Many students I work with are navigating big changes, whether it’s adjusting to college life, managing anxiety or OCD, or trying to find balance in relationships and daily routines. You might feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or worry about not having things “figured out.” In our work together, we’ll create a supportive space to better understand your story, identify what’s been keeping you stuck, and build tools that bring more clarity, confidence, and calm to your daily life. Starting therapy can feel intimidating, and that’s okay. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so you can ask questions, share what you’re looking for, and get a sense of whether we’d be a good fit. When you’re ready, I’d be happy to connect and explore how I can best support you.