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Therapists for college students near New York University

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Dr. Aviyanca Prakash
Psychologist
Brooklyn, NY
Accepting new clients

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

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Sohaib Javed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Brooklyn, NY
Accepting new clients

I have experience in supporting and empowering BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ clients by creating a liberating space free of judgment and stigmatization, and by providing holistic care in your quest for healthier mental health.

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Kezzia Quintyne-Hilaire
Group practice
Valley Stream, NY
Accepting new clients

YOUR FEELINGS MATTER. YOU MATTER. It’s time to learn new ways of thinking about and tackling challenging life moments to be happy. Sometimes all you need is to shift your perspective on your current circumstances to achieve the level of happiness you so desire. We can help you do this as licensed therapists with lived experiences of being women of color (WOC). You deserve a culturally competent therapist educated on the nuances of being a woman of color. There's no need to code-switch or hide parts of yourself from us. At KQH, you will get the real experience of putting it all on the table for an unbiased third party to help you work through life challenges. We help you keep your crown on straight by utilizing a combination of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness practices, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. Our clinicians meet clients where they are and help them develop attainable goals. We help clients better understand how their thoughts influence emotions before introducing new coping strategies to manage their symptoms and change thought patterns. We are here to help you live your best possible life!

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Evelyn Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Brooklyn, NY
Accepting new clients

I believe that therapy is a space to tell your unique story, where your lived experience will be received, honored, and validated without judgment. By diving into that story together, I can help guide you in understanding yourself and charting a course for future growth. As we walk this path together, we will work toward self-acceptance, empowerment, and joy. I support clients through a variety of challenges, such as exploring identity, navigating transitions, strengthening relationships, processing trauma, and coping with stress. As a queer, gender non-binary therapist, I am particularly passionate about providing sexuality- and gender-affirming therapy to queer and trans clients of all ages. I prioritize queer joy and gender euphoria in the therapeutic space, and strive to create a safe haven for clients to explore their identities beyond heteronormative sexuality and binary gender. My therapeutic approach is tailored to the individual client, and incorporates a variety of techniques and approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and anti-oppressive practice. My therapeutic style is goal-oriented and client-centered, and I prioritize collaboratively constructing a set of goals to bring intentionality to my work with clients. I strive to bring warmth, empathy, and patience to my work, and I encourage clients to identify and leverage their unique strengths and capabilities. My practice is informed by queer theory and critical race theory, and I strive to help clients explore how their lives have been influenced by social structures of oppression and inequality. In my free time, I love spending quality time with family and friends and finding new favorite spots to eat in my neighborhood. On the weekends, you can find me exploring Astoria Park and fawning over every dog I meet.

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Josephine Calvi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
White Plains, NY
Accepting new clients

I believe everyone has a vision for the life they want to be living and that often times people have difficulty achieving and making their vision a reality. In my work as a psychotherapist I help people develop their own capacities, skills, and inner resources, so they can address their problems, and live a more satisfying life. People often come to therapy to deal with situations and problems that have effected their sense of self and their sense of safety and left them struggling to navigate their lives and relationships. People benefit from and need to be able to heal from the negative ways their pasts have impacted them. I welcome the opportunity to support and guide you on your journey of self-discovery and change, by actively engaging in the process of psychotherapy with you. Some of the problems people come to me with include stress, family and relationship problems, LGBTQ+ and sexual identity issues, anxiety, depression, histories of trauma, and more. I look forward to working with you in your therapy.

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Robert Reda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

With over 20 years of experience, I’m an anxiety specialist who helps college students navigate overthinking, self-doubt, avoidance, uncertainty, academic stress, relationship challenges, and the demands of balancing school, work, and personal responsibilities. I also support students experiencing OCD, panic attacks, depression, and ADHD. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ERP, and ACT, tailoring treatment to your individual needs and goals. ERP is considered the gold-standard treatment for OCD, while CBT and ACT provide effective tools for managing anxiety, difficult emotions, and unhelpful patterns. We’ll work together to understand what may be keeping you stuck and find more effective ways to respond when anxiety, difficult emotions, or uncertainty arise. You’ll leave sessions with practical strategies to apply in your everyday life. Whether you’re adjusting to college, struggling to keep up with competing demands, navigating relationships, or preparing for life after graduation, I’d be glad to help.

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LGBTQ Joy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

Navigating college life can be challenging, especially when you’re balancing academics, relationships, and personal growth. I’m Alex Conway, a licensed mental health counselor with a passion for helping college students like you thrive. My private practice focuses on positive psychology, mindfulness, and LGBTQ+ issues, providing a supportive space where you can explore your strengths, build resilience, and embrace your authentic self. Why choose me? With a background in positive psychology, I offer practical tools to boost your well-being and empower you to create a joyful, meaningful life. Whether you’re dealing with stress, identity questions, or just need someone to talk to, I’m here to help you navigate your journey with compassion and understanding.

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Danielle Dennis Psychology, PLLC
Psychologist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatment for anxiety, OCD-related concerns, phobias, and sleep difficulties Over the past several years, I have noticed that many college students struggle academically due to undiagnosed ADHD, executive functioning challenges, and attention-related concerns that may go overlooked. In response to this need, I have added comprehensive and affordable ADHD diagnostic testing to my practice to help students better understand their difficulties, access appropriate treatment recommendations, and obtain accommodations when clinically indicated for academic settings and standardized testing. In addition to ADHD testing, I frequently work with students experiencing anxiety, obsessive thinking, perfectionism, panic, OCD symptoms, sleep disruption, and stress related to academic performance and life transitions.

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Naima Yeye, Park Avenue Psychotherapy
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

Welcome! Thank you for being here and your willingness to create positive changes so you can experience your life more fully. Starting therapy and connecting with a therapist isn’t always an easy task and often causes some anxiety or uncertainty. I want to acknowledge your decision and let you know that I am already proud of you for making this commitment to not doing it alone! I am a warm, compassionate therapist that will provide a space where you have the opportunity to be vulnerable without expectations or judgement. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and adults. My specialty is working with individuals experiencing ongoing challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, family matters, school/job related stressors, life transitions, relationship concerns and more. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and recognize each person has different needs and unique experiences that they carry with them, all of which are valuable during the time spent in session with me. I am experienced in Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am intentional in working with my clients to explore their strengths, address stressors/barriers to change and facilitate their journey in creating real changes in their lives. I will work with you to ensure that you feel heard, safe and motivated while exploring emotions in session. When I’m not working, I am focused on my other passion that is cooking! I enjoy exploring and working with different recipes and making meaningful connections with others through food.

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Maria Rivera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

I work with college students navigating life transitions, loss, and the question of who they are and what comes next, often carrying patterns, unspoken expectations, or a sense of self shaped by experiences they didn't choose. As a bilingual, native Spanish-speaking therapist, I understand how nuanced identity can be and how exhausting it is when that isn't fully seen or honored. My specialty is helping young adult clients reclaim a sense of self during stages of life where identity and agency are often overlooked. I believe in a body-first, present-focused approach to treat your symptoms, prioritizing stabilization while trusting that lasting change comes from a deeper understanding of our histories, relationships, internal worlds, and motivations.

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Andrew Luong
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Queens, NY
Accepting new clients

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through stress, mood-related challenges, and life transitions. I work with college students and young adults navigating academic pressure, career decisions, relationship challenges, and fitness-related goals. Many of the students I work with feel overwhelmed, mentally drained, or unsure about their next steps. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and goal-oriented, with a focus on practical strategies that help you manage stress, build consistency, and feel more in control of your day-to-day life.

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Colin Meng, PsyD, LCSW
Psychologist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

As a clinician with a decade of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a doctorate in clinical psychology, I bring a thoughtful, integrative, and person-centered approach to therapy. My work is grounded in a humanistic theoretical orientation, and I approach each therapeutic relationship with warmth, respect, and curiosity. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely heard and supported in making sense of their experiences, in their own words. While I prioritize a person-centered lens, I also draw from evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, tailoring treatment to meet each client’s unique needs. I am deeply committed to multicultural awareness, equity, and advocacy in clinical practice. I have extensive experience working with individuals who are BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S, and first-gen. My approach is affirming, identity-conscious, and culturally responsive, with an emphasis on honoring the complexity and intersectionality of each client’s lived experience. In addition to English, I am fluent in Mandarin and Shanghainese, and I welcome clients who may benefit from therapy in their native language. It is an honor and a privilege to support individuals in navigating life transitions, identity development, and emotional well-being with care, openness, and collaboration. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

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Sheridan Bascombe
Pre-Licensed Professional
Valley Stream, NY
Accepting new clients

I support adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and periods of transition that may leave them feeling disconnected or unsure of their next steps. While I have a particular passion for supporting women of color, I work with clients from a variety of backgrounds who are looking to build confidence, strengthen boundaries, and create a greater sense of belonging and connection in their lives. Together, we'll help you reconnect with yourself, your values, and the relationships that matter most. I work with clients experiencing loneliness, social disconnection, or uncertainty during periods of transition. Whether you're navigating changes in relationships, adjusting to a new stage of life, or hoping to build deeper connections, we can work together to cultivate a stronger sense of belonging and create a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling. Prior to private practice, I worked with youth and families in the foster care system, an experience that deepened my appreciation for resilience, community, and the importance of supportive relationships. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I specialize in supporting women of color navigating anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and life transitions that leave them feeling disconnected from themselves, others, or their sense of direction. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to explore their experiences with curiosity rather than criticism. I primarily draw from cognitive behavioral approaches while tailoring treatment to each client's unique experiences, values, and goals. Together, we will identify patterns that may be contributing to emotional distress, challenge ways of thinking that no longer serve you, and develop practical strategies that support meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to help clients build confidence, establish healthier boundaries, and move through life with greater clarity, self-trust, and intention.

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Debbie Santana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

Life can be overwhelming. Between school, relationships, work, and figuring out your future, it’s easy to lose track of your own needs. If you’re feeling anxious, stressed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that aren’t helping you, therapy can give you a space to slow down, reflect, and grow. I provide personalized therapy focused on deep self-exploration and healing. My approach is collaborative and insight oriented, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and strengths-based frameworks. My style is warm, reflective, and grounded in helping clients build self-awareness shift long-standing patterns, and gain tools to needed to create change, Together, we’ll explore how your personal history and life dynamics shape your present and begin the work toward building greater resilience, and emotional harmony. If you’re ready to clarify your challenges and explore ways to overcome obstacles so you can live with greater clarity, harmony, and fulfillment, schedule a free consultation call to see how we can work together. Looking forward to connecting!

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Meghan Shafer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

As a therapist, I take a collaborative and supportive approach with my clients. I work with students facing anxiety and depression—whether tied to academic pressures or other factors—as well as those managing chronic illnesses or disabilities. I also support students who are navigating relationship challenges with friends, family, or romantic partners, and those going through significant life transitions. College is a time of profound change, often sparking a desire to explore who we are—our past, our present, and the person we hope to become.

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Journey to Wellness LCSW PLLC
Group practice
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

Is your life overwhelming? From stress, anxiety, and burnout to depression, trauma, and relationship struggles. Are you searching for relief? The pressure to succeed, financial strain, job drama social isolation, loss of a love one and uncertainty about the future are affecting mental well-being now more than ever. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, work stress, self-doubt, or emotional pain, you don’t have to do it alone. I provide a safe, judgment-free space to help you heal, grow, and regain control of your life. Let’s work together because your mental health matters. Work on you because you are worth it and needed. I specialize in helping individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and stress. We will use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to change negative thinking patterns and Motivational Interviewing to help you feel empowered to make important life changes. My focus is on helping you find practical solutions while providing a safe, supportive space for you. Are family conflicts career struggles or anger affecting you. Do microaggressions/ micromanaged at work or a loved one’s addiction impact your peace. How do your core beliefs shape your life. I support you in navigating these challenges toward balance and growth.What changes do you seek for your mental health. Let’s work together on your journey to wellness. I bring extensive and well rounded experience across law enforcement, education, healthcare, housing services, and community based systems, reflecting a long standing commitment to public service and underserved populations. My professional background demonstrates a strong ability to work effectively within complex institutional environments while providing compassionate, ethical, and results driven support to individuals, families, and communities. I hold multiple professional certifications and credentials, including Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Master Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, and Life Coach with ACC credentials, which allow me to integrate clinical expertise, substance use treatment, and coaching frameworks to support holistic and sustainable client outcomes.

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Ren Lee, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

I believe in community care, liberation, growth, joy, resilience, healing, and justice. The trauma we experience can make us feel so disconnected and dissociated while also craving connection and warmth. I am here to invite and support you in exploring connections to yourself, your communities, and the world around you. Through understanding our intersectional identities, we can start to process and unpack the ways we struggle to show up for ourselves and each other. Healing is a process that takes time, authenticity, and gentle care. My experiences and work are shaped by my identities, how I create and sustain joy, and community. I find it incredibly fulfilling to continuously build relationships through empathy, curiosity, and compassion. My areas of focus include trauma, relationships, life transitions, grief, polyamory/non-monogamy, kink/BDSM, and other alternative lifestyles. I am a queer, trans/nonbinary, neurodivergent, 2nd generation Chinese American. My approach is rooted in liberation and relational work through anti-oppressive and social justice lenses. I draw from modalities such as psychodynamics, somatic work, narrative therapy, and mindfulness. Please reach out for a free consultation to see if we would be a good fit.

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Broady Counseling LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Valley Stream, NY
Accepting new clients

Broady Counseling LCSW provides virtual individual therapy. I became a therapist to assist individuals navigate different stressors and transitions in a healthy way. But what I desired more than anything was to create a safe space and represent those who resemble me. As a psychotherapist, I aim to treat pre-teens, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict, low self esteem, difficult life transitions, grief and other life challenges. I take an eclectic approach to my therapeutic practice to ensure the needs of all clients are met, both personally and culturally. I rely on modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Faith Based Counseling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client Centered Therapy, allowing you the autonomy and ability to take control of your therapeutic experience. I know it takes a lot to embark on the journey to heal one's inner trauma and share the most vulnerable and raw pieces of yourself with someone else. I commend you for taking the initial steps to start your healing journey, you are on your way and you do not have to proceed alone. I would be honored to provide you with a safe space for your counseling needs. Get started today! For more information schedule a free consultation!

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Doriel Jacov, JD, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY
Accepting new clients

I’m a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) and former corporate attorney, now based in New York City. I work with students, young professionals, and emerging leaders who often feel capable and accomplished on the outside but unsettled or stuck internally. I provide depth-oriented, relational therapy, helping clients explore patterns in relationships, identity, and emotional life. My work is informed by attachment, parts-based approaches (IFS), and somatic awareness, with extensive experience supporting trauma survivors. In our work together, I aim to create a reflective, safe space where you can explore what’s really behind the surface of your experiences, without manuals, homework, or pressure. I pay close attention to the relational dynamics between us, while giving you room to wander and discover. I work with adults, couples, and emerging adults, and I also facilitate two small support groups: one for male survivors of childhood sexual abuse and one for new therapists navigating their early clinical work.

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Takira Victorin
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Brooklyn, NY
Accepting new clients

I support college students who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, burned out, or unsure of where they’re headed. College is a time filled with personal and professional growth, but it can also bring up a lot stress about grades or the future, pressure to succeed, struggles with self-doubt or imposter syndrome, and challenges in relationships with family, friends, or romantic partners. You might be feeling like you're supposed to have it all figured out, but the truth is, it’s okay if you don’t. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or just trying to keep up with everything on your plate, our sessions can be a space to slow down, reflect, and get the support you need. I believe therapy works best when we work together, so I take a collaborative approach to help you identify your goals, track your growth, and adjust as needed. Together, we'll work to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected.

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