Therapists for college students near New York, NY

Feeling swamped by school, life, and the pressure to succeed? 🤯 We get it! College can feel overwhelming, isolating, or just plain exhausting. If you're struggling to balance classes, relationships, or that constant feeling of "not enough," we're here. We help you find your footing, build on your strengths, and navigate these crucial years with calm and confidence.

Hi, I’m a Stanford university trained clinical psychologist who enjoys connecting with people and working with them in a collaborative and dare I say, fun way, to be able to experience and embrace life fully. I can help you decrease your anxiety and perfectionism and live more mindfully in the present. I try to be very thoughtful and creative in terms of treatment. I’m a therapist who likes to think outside the box in terms of treatment- I will help you learn about yourself and achieve your goals. I can assess and treat for ADHD and autism and consider myself an anxiety specialist. Email me for fast reply.

Amidst the excitement of New York, it can be hard to find a center. Always pursuing the next gold star, accolade, or opportunity can leave you feeling anxious and unfulfilled. It can also make you feel like life is happening to you and that you don’t have much of a say. Taking care of yourself is not a luxury! It’s essential in this fast-paced world. When you don’t, every part of your life suffers. Working with a professional allows you to bring your best self to all aspects of your life. We provide online counseling for issues including: -Anxiety and related anxiety disorders -Depression and low self-esteem -Eating disorders and body image issues -Perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and gold star syndrome -Relationship difficulties, breakups, and navigating single life -Life challenges and major life transitions -Work/life balance -Identity development and formation

I work with students who feel like life is moving too fast and expectations are piling up. Maybe you’re stressed about classes, friendships, or future plans, or just feeling unsure of yourself. Therapy is a place to slow down, be heard, and figure out what really matters to you. The people I work with often struggle with stress, self-doubt, or adjusting to big life changes. Together, we explore ways to handle pressure, build confidence, and find balance in your academic and personal life. Sessions are a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings. You’ll leave with practical strategies and a clearer sense of your own goals and values, so you can navigate college life with more confidence and calm.

Everyday someone struggles with the idea of whether therapy is the right choice for them. Many people attempt to “push through”, ignore or avoid dealing with issues that may be reoccurring in their life. For some it’s about not wanting to share personal information with a stranger. Other times it’s about fear of trying something new. For many it’s about believing that they can resolve issues without support from others. Some may feel that seeking therapy is a sign of weakness. Oddly enough it takes strength and self awareness to recognize when support may be helpful. The goal of the clinician is always to provide support in a nonjudgmental, non threatening environment. If you’re reading this you have taken the first step toward change. Today is a Perfect Day to start on a journey toward a better you.

As a Clinical Social Worker for more than a decade, I have assisted many individuals like yourself navigate through various difficult life transitions. It would be an honor for me to start collaborating with you on achieving your desired transformation. Working together, you will gain the support and tools in order to approach your personal journey with hope, confidence and peace so you may ultimately gain mastery over your life. If you are struggling with problems related to depression, anxiety, isolation, loss, relationship difficulty, past/current traumatic experiences, interpersonal conflicts or other difficult life transitions you will gain further insights and strategies on how to alleviate distress and achieve interpersonal efficacy to live a more fulfilling life. I use a variety of patient centered and strength-based approaches such as Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, Motivational interviewing, Supportive psychotherapy, Coping skills building and other therapeutic framework to help you achieve the desired change you are seeking. You don't have to go through it alone. Make an appointment today.

Finding calm and clarity when your mind won’t slow down is possible. I can guide the way. We have more influence over our thoughts than we realize. In our work, you’ll learn to approach your thinking more intentionally. As your thoughts change, you’ll start to notice changes in how you feel, the choices you make, and how you move through your life. I help clients slow things down, make sense of what’s been difficult, and address the patterns that keep them feeling stuck. This often includes working through anxiety, depression, and the impact of trauma and past experiences. I also support women navigating life transitions, helping them feel more grounded and steady through change. My approach is thoughtful and practical, combining insight with tools you can use in your day-to-day life.

Therapy works by creating an open and non-judgmental environment for clients to begin reflecting on their experiences. By bringing an authentic and empathic approach to therapy, Peter helps clients explore and access parts of themselves that they may have been closed off to in the past. By exploring past experiences and working creating positive change in the present day, therapy can help increase a client’s ability to navigate relationships, understand their emotions and advocate for themselves. Peter works primarily from psychodynamic and emotion-focused approaches. He believes that relationships form the core of our experiences, and as such, the therapeutic relationship is one of the greatest tools of therapy. Peter strives to bring his authentic self into the therapy space as a way of helping his clients do the same. Peter completed his internship at Fordham University's Counseling & Psychology Services, and has extensive experience working with students and young adults. He completed additional psychodynamic training at the Kull Initiative for Psychotherapy, where he continues to work as a therapist, supervisor, and Associate Clinical Director.

Chloe is a bilingual (English & Mandarin) therapist graduated from NYU. She works with clients who have challenges with life transitions, cultural adjustments, relationship issues, identity conflicts, and a variety of mood disorders. She uses a person-centered approach when working with clients and to blend different treatment modalities based on what would work best for the client. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Internal Family System and etc. She currently only sees clients virtually and will accept clients who reside in NY or FL States. You can directly book a free consultation on her website listed on this page, or email - chloelitherapy@gmail.com.

My approach is both relational and practical. I focus on helping you understand the patterns that keep you stuck—especially overthinking, self-doubt, and relationship anxiety—while also giving you tools to respond differently in real time. I draw from a blend of approaches, including insight-oriented work and more structured strategies, depending on what’s most helpful for you. I’m active and engaged in sessions, not just listening but helping you make connections and move forward. The goal is not just insight, but actual change in how you think, feel, and show up.

I’m a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor committed to providing trauma-informed, culturally attuned care. I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and life transitions. As a Latina therapist, I’m passionate about supporting immigrants and first- and second-generation clients navigating cultural identity, intergenerational expectations, and the stigma that can surround mental health. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I use a personalized approach, drawing from CBT, person-centered, and culturally sensitive approaches to meet your unique needs. I show up with empathy, presence, and care—while also gently challenging you with questions that invite reflection, growth, and new perspectives.

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I am a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, currently practicing and licensed in New York and California. I have a virtual private practice. I am also an attending child and adolescent psychiatrist/Clinical Assistant Professor at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, Medical Director of the Mental Health Team at the Nicholas Scoppetta Children's Center, and the Medical Director of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Association for Children's Services. I completed my child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco. I was born and raised in New York City, where I also completed my medical education at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and my adult psychiatry residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. I enjoy working with each individual to find out what the needs are. No family, child, adolescent, or adult are the same, and everyone exists within a system. It is important to see a person as a whole, including the family they come from, school, job, community, and much more, in order to treat properly. My approach, when treating a child or adolescent, is to consider the community they are in, come from an attachment-based lens, and meet the youth where they are. Involvement of the parents will be important, especially depending on the age of the youth. My approach, when treating an adult, is to meet that adult where they are, understand their unique situation and treat accordingly. Personally, and professionally, I am interested in attachment theory and mind-body connection. I have received training in mindfulness-based stress reduction, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, family therapy, parent management training, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. ​My main areas of focus: anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD, trauma, behavioral issues, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), self-esteem, family, parenting, interpersonal dynamics, and school issues. However, each person is unique, so I am happy to speak to anyone and see if we are a good fit.

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Is life feeling out of control? Are you struggling with significant life changes, relationship issues, grief, immigration and acculturation challenges, or in need of trauma processing? Maybe it’s time to talk with someone. You don’t have to face these challenges alone—I'm here to help and make it easier for you. As a first-generation Chinese American immigrant, I understand many of these struggles on a personal level, and so many of my clients find that connection valuable to open up to me. I am confident that with my experience and personalized approach, I can guide you toward a positive direction in life. My clients often express that they feel heard and safe during our sessions with my naturally warm and empathetic demeanor, but also challenge them at a capacity for growth. Outside of my work, I enjoy spending time with my family and my pug, watching dramas, reading books, and staying in quiet places—all of which help me stay grounded and balanced. What do you do to feel grounded? It’s completely normal to feel uncertain about starting therapy, especially if it’s new to you or you don’t know me yet. I encourage you to book a consultation with me. I’d love to address your hesitations and support you on your journey toward a better life. I’m here for you, but I need you to take that first step so we can navigate this path together.

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We assess each client's environment, family, biological factors, and experiences from childhood to the present day. We consider a strong therapeutic relationship to be the highest indicator of progress in therapy. Being able to be open with one another enhances the therapy process. Without a strong rapport between therapist and client, safety doesn't exist, and barriers to positive change exist. After gathering history and establishing rapport, we then tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs. We provide EMDR (trauma therapy) as well as regular talk psychotherapy.

Ella Lasky, PhD is in private practice on the Upper West Side of New York City. In addition to in person visits I also offer virtual telehealth visits. I have been helping individuals and couples become their better selves for 30 years. I am trained in both individual psychodynamic therapy as well as couples counseling and I integrate these modalities with a contemporary and compassionate approach. Dr. Lasky graduated with a certificate in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy from New York University’s prestigious Post-Doctoral Program in Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.    She served on the Board of Directors of their graduate society, The Psychoanalytic Society.  Dr Lasky is a supervisor in the ICP 4 year and 2 year psychotherapy programs. Dr. Lasky has been listed in Who’s Who of American Women multiple times, published 16 articles on various clinical issues in profe My clients benefit from my hands-on, practical approach.  I create, with you, an individualized program that includes key insights and useful tools. My clients find my genuine kindness and empathy for their struggles enormously supportive. It is with a great respect and compassion for your personal story that I will help you to achieve your goals.

I am a queer, Black licensed mental health professional with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds. I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating trauma, exploring identity, and working through interpersonal challenges. I have particular expertise in working with women and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. As someone who has also been on the other side of the therapeutic relationship, I bring a deep understanding of the vulnerability and transformative potential of this work. My approach is relational, inclusive, and culturally responsive. My work is grounded in compassion, empathy, and a strong commitment to creating a non-judgmental, affirming space.

Whether you're adjusting to campus life, managing academic stress, coping with anxiety, OCD, depression, or processing past trauma, we're here to help. Our compassionate therapists provide a safe and supportive space to explore your concerns, build resilience, and develop healthy coping strategies. From relationship challenges to mental health struggles, we’re committed to helping you thrive—both in college and beyond. Reach out today to start your journey toward balance and well-being.