Therapists for college students near Cambridge, MA

WIth over 25 years of experience as a Clinical Social Worker, I have enjoyed working with young adults as they navigate many of life’s transitions. Listening to the stories of many students as they begin college or new chapters, I am aware of the “noise” that often contributes to self doubt and confusion. I specialize in navigating these challenges that often come with life transitions: the excitement as well as the uncertainty, anxiety, sadness and fears. I love to partner with college students to help reframe some of the thinking that leads to feeling stuck and feeling anxious. I support clients to trust and grow their inner resources and resilience while navigating the challenges as they face and transition to new life phases. Through a blend of empathy, active listening and evidence based techniques, I work to create a supportive space where clients can feel heard and they can safely explore their identities and feelings, manage stressors and develop coping strategies to thrive in a world that often feels unsettled.

Have you been struggling with uncontrollable negative thoughts, fear, anxiety, depression or panic attacks? Are you struggling in your studies, finding the major that's fulfill your dreams or even unable to know what do you want to do in life? Did you lose meaning of life or even do not know why you exist? Do you have low self-esteem, low-confidence and low-body image? Do you struggle fitting in among your peers or engaging in healthy and fulfilling social or intimate relationships? I know your goal! You want to be the most powerful and successful person in the world! Well, I can help you with that. My therapeutic philosophy focuses on Your freedom, power, strength, and responsibility to overcome Your distress through a positive goal-oriented approach and extreme empathy. We will both utilize integrative treatment uniquely designed for You to achieve personal growth and healing. I hold an MDiv & Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I counsel individuals, couples & families. I offer integrative treatments: CBT, DBT, individual therapy, spirituality, existentialism, post-modern interventions, Hypnotherapy & EMDR. I lead group therapy, offer sports psychotherapy for athletes and offer spiritual counseling. It is a powerful and beautiful Journey. That what therapy is. We both, You and I explore the ways to find the core of the problem and come up with the best solution. We can be creative, artistic, traditional, go beyond expectation. It is as simple as what works for YOU.

Dr. Tara Cousineau is a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly 30 years of experience supporting high-achieving individuals who struggle with perfectionism, self-doubt, procrastination, imposter syndrome, and burnout. Her clients are often high achieving individuals who are outwardly successful but inwardly overwhelmed—neglecting their own well-being in the pursuit of achievement. She offers a warm, collaborative space to reconnect with what truly matters and build a life of greater ease and meaning. Dr. Tara’s approach is integrative and holistic, blending mindfulness, self-compassion, psychodynamic and narrative therapies, Internal Family Systems, and mind-body medicine. She believes every person possesses innate strengths that may be hidden by life’s pressures, losses, or traumas—and that therapy is a process of remembering wholeness, even when things feel messy or uncertain. In addition to private practice, Dr. Tara serves part-time as a staff psychologist at Harvard University’s Counseling and Mental Health Services (and as such cannot see currently registered Harvard students in her private practice due to conflict of interest). She maintains a small caseload of 8–10 clients at a time in order to provide personalized care. She especially enjoys working with clients who are motivated to grow between sessions and who seek to align their inner lives with their outer aspirations. Dr. Tara sees clients in person on Friday afternoons in Newton Highlands, MA, and offers telehealth appointments on Monday and Thursday afternoons. She has advanced training in Internal Family Systems, integrated care through the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine, and teaching certifications in Mindfulness Meditation and Mindful Self-Compassion. She is the author of "The Perfectionist’s Dilemma: Learn the Art of Self-Compassion and Become a Happy Achiever" and "The Kindness Cure: How the Science of Compassion Can Heal Your Heart and Your World," which reflect her deep commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care.

Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I provide counseling services with clients of all ages and life circumstances, including those in the midst of significant life transitions. I help with chronic anxiety, relationships, trauma, work-situations, family dynamics, and general day-to-day coping. I help you find solutions to what brings you to therapy in the context of your unique life experiences. Together, we utilize solution-focused and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to accomplish your goals and help catalyze change in your life. We investigate how your thoughts impact your emotions and situations, then identify new ways of responding that serve you better. I also offer support to those with chronic or other illness in their life . Sometimes talking with somebody solely dedicated to your personal growth and well-being makes all the difference. My hope is you successfully resolve what brings you to therapy, and live a more enriched, meaningful life. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and help cultivate lasting positive change in your life.

About Are you or your child or teen struggling with anxiety, ADD, OCD or feelings of sadness and overwhelm? Are you questioning whether your substance use is too much? I can help. I am warm and thoughtful clinician who is dedicated to providing excellent individually tailored care. I have immediate availability in person in Reading Center. I treat anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD and addiction/compulsive behaviors (internet use, gaming, gambling, nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, etc.) I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to teach individuals how to change, adapt, and improve their mood, and to promote a healthy lifestyle. If you have questions or want more information, I welcome your call. As part of a team of clinicians at Launch Psychological Associates, we will always return your call.

Our team values a therapeutic style that is warm, yet interactive and direct. We believe in providing clients with a comfortable and safe climate to enhance personal insight, explore problematic patterns, learn practical skills, and make meaningful change. As a collaborative process, we highly value open discussion in therapy about what feels to be working well, and what feels to be less effective. While we work with clients on many different issues, our clinicians have particular expertise in trauma, eating disorders, self-injury/destructive urges, stress management, pain/illness, problematic coping behaviors, and often co-occurring mood (i.e., Depression) and Anxiety Disorders. Therapy is never one size fits all. We strive to create deep and meaningful connections that meet you where you are, and support you in getting to where you want to be.

I tend to work best with students who are struggling with relationships, attachment, and life transitions. Many of the people I work with notice patterns in their relationships feeling anxious, overthinking, fearing abandonment, homesick or feeling like they give more than they receive. Others may be going through changes in friendships, family dynamics, dating, or figuring out who they are and what they want. College and young adulthood can bring a lot of change, and sometimes those transitions can bring up deeper emotions or past experiences that affect how we connect with others. In therapy, I focus on creating a space where you can be open and honest without feeling judged. Together we explore relationship patterns, emotional responses, and what might be underneath them. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, build healthier relationships, set boundaries, and feel more confident navigating change.

I help clients who are struggling with overwhelming emotions. Specifically, this can be anxiety related to things like social issues and pervasive worry, or intrusive thoughts related to obsessive-compulsive disorder or trauma.

Hi! I’m Jocelyn, a psychiatric nurse practitioner passionate about supporting women and anyone who identifies with womanhood through life’s ups and downs. I specialize in helping clients manage ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma, and I have a special interest in perinatal mental health. College and young adulthood can bring so many transitions—new responsibilities, shifting identities, and sometimes overwhelming stress. My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can feel seen and supported. In our sessions, I combine medication management with brief, solution-focused therapy to help you better understand your mind, build coping skills, and feel more balanced day to day. I especially enjoy working with BIPOC, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ students and young adults who are exploring growth, healing, and self-discovery.

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Hannah (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Certified Social Worker who graduated with her master’s in social work from Simmons University. Hannah obtained a certificate in trauma practice from Simmons and utilizes a trauma informed approach to therapy. Hannah values using a strengths-based approach to therapy and works with clients to identify their skills and supports clients in utilizing their strengths to address areas of growth. Hannah has extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults and previously worked in a residential setting with DCF involved youth and facilitated individual, family, and group therapy. Hannah has also worked in a residential and inpatient setting with youth and adults who faced eating disorders. Hannah finds meaning in understanding the client in relation to their environment. Hannah uses a client centered approach where clients identify their short and long term goals. Hannah supports clients in developing community connections and interpersonal skills to make sustainable changes in their lives. Hannah draws upon several modalities in her practice, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Attachment, Regulation, and Competency framework (ARC), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Hannah enjoys working with clients who experience trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, attachment and relationship difficulties, anger, non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), eating disorders, life changes, and grief. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. In her free time, Hannah enjoys reading, crocheting, camping, hiking, and baking.

My therapeutic approach is rooted in the belief that creativity is a powerful tool for self-expression and healing. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, break through barriers, and tap into their inner strength. Every person is unique, and my goal is to tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the specific needs and preferences of each client. Expressive art therapy provides an alternative form of communication, particularly beneficial when traditional verbal expression may feel limiting. Artistic expression allows for the articulation of emotions, experiences, and narratives that may be challenging to express through words alone. The focus is on the process of creation rather than the end result, allowing for a more profound and authentic exploration of emotions.

I have over 30 years experience working clinically at MGH & in private practice and teaching at Harvard Medical School. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship problems or an Eating Disorder? Stopping the repetition of dysfunctional behavior patterns can help you fulfill your life dreams personally, professionally and relationally. My patients and I work collaboratively to explore the roots of their symptoms and develop better coping strategies along the way. I am an interactive and relational therapist. I offer Individual, Couples & Group psychotherapy. Life transitions can be complicated and difficult. Whether the transition is to a change in relationship status, new city, new job, or new school, it is helpful to have a safe, private space to process overwhelming emotions that invariably arise. I see patients over zoom as well as face to face indoors and in an Outdoor Covid Compliant Office space. I am certified in Animal Assisted Therapy. "Henry Freud" is a calm, gentle, affectionate Black Lab who is eager to be part of your healing process. He is happy to offer therapeutic comfort: snuggles, kisses, floor play, secured privacy and/or bring you tissues. Henry's greatest gift is the ability to make everyone feel special and loved in a unique way.

Equilibria Mental Health is an independently owned mental health practice founded in 2017. We currently have two offices in Braintree and Dedham, Massachusetts. We also have multiple telehealth therapists. Our staff is comprised of a diverse group of highly qualified mental health therapists with extensive experience in various disciplines across therapeutic areas. Equilibria is committed to providing the highest quality mental health therapy to children, adolescents and adults.  At Equilibria we utilize evidence-based treatment approaches and provide a comfortable, supportive environment to help individuals reach their goals and a state of emotional well-being in order to create and sustain lasting change.

I provide therapy to adults and have experience treating a variety of issues, including: anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, grief, caring for a mentally or physically ill family member, parenting issues, fertility issues, desire for increased self-understanding,career decisions/development, and insomnia My therapeutic style integrates approaches from several schools of thought. I help my patients understand how their past and unconscious experiences shape who they are and I also help them develop skills for coping with life problems. This integrative style helps patients to effectively link their past, present, and future. I also value the healing power of relationships, which includes the relationship between patient and therapist.

Lumin Health is a psychiatrist-led mental health organizations serving young adults who feel stuck with depression and anxiety despite efforts with traditional methods. We provide two evidence-based options: esketamine (Spravato) — an FDA-approved, insurance-covered treatment — and ketamine therapy delivered in a carefully monitored setting. Each session happens in a private room with vitals tracked, standard two-hour observation, and a ride-home requirement to keep you safe. You set the pace; our team provides steadiness.   Access matters, especially for students and early-career adults. Spravato treatment is insurance-covered at Lumin Health; we accept Medicare and most major plans in Massachusetts (Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna, Evernorth, Harvard Pilgrim, Optum, Point32Health, Tufts, United Healthcare). Our team handles prior authorizations and coordination so you’re not navigating forms between classes or shifts. Out-of-pocket costs typically range from $10 to $25, which is meaningful when the treatment typically costs $500+. Care is local and predictable: clinics in Woburn, Brookline, Newton, and Cambridge Massachusetts, flexible scheduling, and collaborative communication with your current therapist or prescriber. That structure helps ketamine treatment fit real life — exams, internships, family demands — rather than the other way around.  Many young adults describe ketamine for depression as creating a window where rumination eases and possibilities feel closer. Spravato and ketamine treatment don’t cure depression, but they may offer rapid relief for some and a safer way to do deeper work with psychotherapy or behavioral support. What matters most is what feels possible to you now. If you’re exploring ketamine therapy or Spravato, Lumin Health will meet you with clarity, agency, and insurance-savvy support. 

Psychotherapist Dr. Jean Rahbar has been working therapeutically with adolescents, adults and couples for the past 15 years. Providing a therapeutic space where clients' feel safe, experiencing the therapist as someone of whom can be trusted with the clients' thoughts, feelings and goals are of the utmost importance to Dr. Rahbar. From the moment you meet this highly analytical and insightful professional, clients experience her compassion, care, warmth, genuine interest, support and understanding. Dr. Rahbar's background is in Psychoanalysis. Additionally she tailors her therapeutic style based on the needs of the clientele she serves including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Theory, Psychodynamic Therapy, Ego Psychology, Motivational Therapy, and Solution Focused Counseling. Dr. Rahbar holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University, Masters in Psychoanalysis, as well as a doctorate in Psychoanalysis and Culture from the Boston Graduate school of Psychoanalysis. She is also a former Division I rower, a mother of two and is a vinyasa flow yoga enthusiast. It is her pleasure to learn from each person she encounters.

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Hello, I am a private psychotherapist located in Wellesley, MA. I also provide telehealth in CT and ME as well. If you are a college student, parent or provider looking for a therapist for yourself, or your child/client, to help better manage anxiety around challenging life transitions, stress, or college life, please feel free to reach out. I use cognitive behavioral and relational approaches to help clients, feel calmer, more relaxed and better able to handle stressors.

Anna works with children, adolescents, and young adults with a variety of presenting problems and concerns. She believes in the power of interventions early in life to help children and teens develop healthy boundaries and coping skills, and to have healthier and happier relationships with themself and others. Anna utilizes a humanistic, person-centered approach in her sessions by creating an authentic relationship with her clients and providing acceptance, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. She has completed Behavioral Tech’s Foundational DBT Training, and is tailoring and implementing evidence-based interventions through her clients’ interests and needs. Anna earned her master’s degree in professional mental health counseling from Lesley University in 2023. As a Lesley University alumnus, Anna’s core belief for her practice is the centrality of the self as an instrument of change. Prior to joining Birch Hill, Anna worked with Children’s Services of Roxbury as an Outpatient Clinician providing individual counseling to children and adolescents