Therapists for college students near New York, NY

I have been practicing for over 38 years in the field of addiction and mental health. I specialize in trauma based and person centered care. I am a good listener with all cares and concerns brought to the therapeutic environment.

Kelly Solis is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. She has more than 10 years of experience working in the social service and behavioral health field. Throughout her career, Kelly has worked with various populations in a number of different settings. Currently, Kelly provides individual psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety and panic, grief, or stress. Many of Kelly's clients experience feelings of sadness and low mood, sleep difficulties, low energy, trouble with concentration; as well as, feelings of anxiousness and worry, difficulty relaxing, and feelings of restlessness. She also provides support to those experiencing difficulty coping with life transitions, loss, relationship issues/conflict, work stress, and trauma. Kelly’s approach to therapy is client centered and strengths based. Kelly helps clients identify how certain patterns of behavior or unresolved traumas can impact their functioning in the present. Using CBT concepts, she educates clients on how one's thoughts can influence their feelings and behaviors. For those experiencing stress, Kelly works with her client to identify what is contributing to their distress and explore ways to improve coping, so that those stressors become more manageable. Kelly takes pride in meeting clients where they are and fosters a space where clients feel heard, safe, and where judgement does not exist. During the intake, Kelly will utilize that visit to gather information to understand the client's history and set goals together. She may assign homework which can help clients become more insightful as they move through the therapeutic process. Clients often leave sessions feeling relieved, understood, and overtime notice a reduction in symptoms. Whether it's your first time pursuing therapy or you're familiar with the process, it's important to choose someone who is a good fit and that meets your needs. Everyone deserves to have a space where they can be their authentic selves, express their feelings, receive unbiased feedback, and where they feel supported. I understand personally how challenging it can be dealing with stress, depression, anxiety and other life issues, which helps me relate with clients on a deeper level. There's a life saying that I love which is "Grow through what you go through." If you are in need of support or looking to foster change and growth, please feel free to contact me for a free phone consultation.

I believe the foundation of therapy is the partnership between the therapist and client. I work to create a trusting and safe space, where you can express yourself without judgment or shame. I believe we are all capable of change and growth. With your goals in mind, my role is to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, create effective coping strategies, and build confidence in your own strengths and abilities. I root my practice with a Strengths-based and Person-centered approach. To help you meet your goals I prioritize understanding you and where your identity, values and life experiences intersect. During our sessions you can expect a trusting environment, warmth, and humor. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.

Ready to rediscover you? Whether you're battling past traumas, seeking clarity through life's changes, or craving deeper connections, you deserve a therapeutic experience tailored to you. As your therapist, I will be there to help create that space. I will work with you to improve your mental well-being, build better relationships, and find more purpose and joy in your life at a pace that suits your needs and comfort. Welcome to a personalized journey towards healing and growth. My expertise spans trauma, grief, self-esteem, OCD, LGBTQ+ concerns, mood/personality disorders, ADHD, and family/couples dynamics. Through a holistic blend of therapies like trauma-focused, CBT, and DBT, I craft a unique roadmap to resilience that is compatible with your strengths. Facing challenges alone is tough, but you're not on your own. In our sessions, you'll find a safe, supportive space where your thoughts and feelings matter. With empathy and expertise, I'm here to accompany you through it all. Are you ready to take the next step towards becoming your best self? Let's begin this journey together.

I specialize in assessment and treatment of sleep problems and ADHD. I am board certified in behavioral sleep medicine (i.e., the behavioral treatment of sleep difficulties). I provide CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) and also treat other sleep problems such as circadian rhythm disorders (e.g., delayed sleep phase) and nightmares. I also have extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of ADHD. I provide neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations, including testing for the purpose of requesting accommodations on standardized exams, and ADHD/executive function coaching (also known as CBT for ADHD). Please note: I am in network with Aetna Student Health for NYU students only. I am otherwise out of network/self-pay but will provide an invoice (superbill) that can be used to seek reimbursement, if you have out-of-network benefits

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have worked with individuals of all ages and provided support in managing stress, anxiety, and depression. I focus on empowering individuals to recognize personal strengths in a supportive space and reach their full potential. I am motivated to create an environment that is welcoming, compassionate, collaborative, and free of judgment. I offer an eclectic approach to therapy that pulls from a variety of treatment modalities, including solution-focused and strengths-based therapies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. When entering therapy, you should expect an opportunity to feel understood, validated, and confident in discussing concerns without judgment. I aim to equip clients with tools they can use to successfully manage stressors in their personal lives. It takes courage to seek support and divulge personal experiences; my goal is to help you feel assured in your decision to reach out! I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.

Whether you are a transfer student or starting your 2nd Semester of your Senior year; transition brings its owns unique and sometimes unexpected challenges. No matter where you are in your journey, I am here to meet you where you are at! I use a variety of evidence-based techniques to help you understand your patterns and behaviors, and together, we’ll work to make meaningful change. I create a safe, supportive space where you can explore thoughts and feelings, build deeper self-awareness, and develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles. My goal is to help you rediscover your inner strength and resilience so that you can live a more fulfilling life.

Is 2026 sucking the life out of you? Social media getting you down? Are you navigating the high stress of academics, sports and situationships? Do you wake up every day filled with a sense of existential dread? I can help! Therapy doesn't have to be intimidating (hint: if you're using ChatGPT as your therapist, you might as well talk to a real one). Shoot me a message when you're ready to address your underlying anxiety about the current state of affairs (global and/or personal)! I promise there are better coping skills that don't involve excess coffee, doomscrolling and binge drinking. Let’s work together to make change happen! I have over 14 years of experience working directly with people struggling with chemical dependency, substance use, and behavioral addictions including co-occurring disorders/mental health issues like Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, neurodiversity, grief/loss, gender identity issues, and general life stressors. Whether you're looking to vent, laugh, cry, or do 12+ sessions of specific EBP based therapeutic protocols, everyone is different and deserves an individual approach. Let me know what you're looking for so I can accommodate your preferences.

I have an affinity toward working with creative personalities. I practice direct therapy. Originally a student of alternative schooling and someone who may have sat in a chair like yours, I looked for therapists and ways to learn that worked for me personally. Before my graduate program, I had found that what some therapists lacked in method, others had in heart. In my Master’s program, I studied REBT, ACT tx (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and mindfulness/meditation, which are the top tier of evidence-based practices and treatments today. REBT, (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy), is the original CBT and is a teaching model; this means I will teach you how to utilize it for decreasing negative emotions and turning them over into more positive/less negative ones, yourself.

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I have always been passionate about the wellbeing of people’s lives and have a strong desire to make a positive impact. I help my clients to find healthy perceptions of themselves, their environment and approach professional, family and personal relationships through a positive lens. Embarking on a therapeutic journey can promote a plethora of emotions with the most common one being fear but, please rest assure I am here. Through my work experience I have acquired the skills necessary to provide comfortability, effective communication, cultural diversity and a path to understanding ones self. Finding peace is priceless. I have a variety of work experience, working with children, teens and adults who have faced a variety of challenges such as anxiety, depression, family issues, domestic violence, emotional issues and trauma. I specialize in an array of therapeutic approaches and employ the most appropriate technique that best suits a client’s individual need. Taking the first step to seek therapy is the hardest. I will support you on your therapeutic journey, I will actively listen and help you to navigate a healthy path to achieving your goals. I will provide a safe space, foster a positive environment and an avenue for change. I will encourage you to delve deeper to uncover and explore your best self.

I have extensive training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance, and Commitment Therapy, and take an interactive approach to help you with your current stressors. I utilize strength-focused and evidence-based techniques to allow each client to regain control and peace. I have a background in urban outpatient mental health clinics. I have extensive experience with issues such as depression, anxiety, and life changes. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.

I specialize in treating people struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction and women's issues. I will work with you to restructure your unhelpful beliefs that cause distress, develop new and healthier coping skills and improve your communication skills, confidence and self-esteem. I believe the fit between a patient and therapist plays an important role in healing and growth. My approach to therapy begins with respect and validation for your feelings and experiences. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment where dialogue can flow without fear of judgment. Since each person and their issues is unique, I use an eclectic mix of approaches. Working with clients in crisis and their families, I use a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. The past few years have been challenging in ways that no one could have predicted. Changes in our world can cause anxiety, depression and a number of other issues to rise to the surface. Let's work together to face these issues and improve the quality of your life. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.

I believe in a personalized approach that meets you where you are in your life. I incorporate a variety of different styles and techniques depending on what is going on in your life and what you need. In the initial sessions, you can expect me to get to know you and what is going on in your life. Known for being thoughtful and understanding, I ask questions to spark reflection and help you gain insights. Establishing a solid connection is essential; I aim to create a space where you feel at ease, understood, and never pressured to share anything until you're ready. My work is rooted in cultural humility, inclusivity, and trauma-informed care. I am committed to affirming LGBTQ+ identities, honoring neurodivergence, and understanding how race, culture, gender, class, and ability shape each person’s unique experience.

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Ms. Shilpa Shah, LMHC the Clinical Director and Founder of Woodrose Counseling. She is a bilingual licensed mental health counselor fluent in Gujarati and first generation South Asian American. Her experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds and age groups in community-based and outpatient settings informs her culturally sensitive approach to treatment. Ms. Shah believes that therapy is an opportunity to explore our struggles in the context of our past experiences and patterns while in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space and developing more effective ways of navigating them. Her philosophy is that therapy is a collaborative place for finding support in healing, developing self-awareness and working towards your goals. She utilizes an eclectic approach drawing from psychodynamic, person-centered, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Therapy is a collaborative process providing an opportunity to bring awareness to how past experiences are affecting current struggles. In our sessions together, we will work towards identifying your goals and meeting your needs while working on healing, developing self-awareness, and practicing self-compassion. I will provide a safe space for you to feel emotionally supported while also helping you challenge unhelpful patterns in order work towards change.

Trauma can be an invisible wound that can affect many parts of our lives we don’t even realize. I work with clients with depression, anxiety, adoption triad concerns, and trauma-related issues. Change can be hard. Having the courage to reach out and discuss your inner pain and anxiety is the first step. I want to help you work through your past painful experiences, feelings of shame, and traumatic events so that you can create a new life path. I believe each person has their own pace, and am willing to find therapies and strategies that work for you. My approach is open-minded, trauma-based, cognitive, and holistic. I started my career in psychology and counseling when I experienced a suicide in my family. It gave me the courage to make changes for myself, and help people around me who were also suffering grief, loss, and depression. I’m an advocate of mental health issues, a proud adoptee, and a supporter of the arts. **I only accept insurance in the state of North Carolina**

I have particular experience working with people with religious trauma, which involves processing unhealthy patterns from high-control religious settings and coming into new ways of relating to oneself. I also work with people experiencing grief, anxiety and depression, as well as supporting people who just need to process everyday stressors. I'm deeply honored to come alongside people on their life's journey and support them through whatever they may be struggling with. I also believe that people, even when they are struggling with their mental health, are doing a lot to support themselves, and find great value in supporting and empowering people in our work together. My therapeutic style is eclectic, meaning I draw from multiple approaches and methodologies to best meet each patient's unique needs. While I maintain an eclectic approach, my work tends to lean into the psychodynamic approach, meaning I believe the past affects the present and that when we understand past relationships and patterns, we can better improve our present-day mental health. I also have particular experience with motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and the task-centered approach.

It’s hard to open up when you’re not sure who will actually understand. Maybe you’ve been navigating stress or anxiety for so long that it just feels normal now. Or you’re feeling off in ways you can’t quite explain, pulled between wanting to feel better and not knowing where to start. I work with adults, and I’m especially experienced in helping people through stressor-related disorders like PTSD and adjustment issues, as well as anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. I also support clients who identify as neurodivergent and those navigating complex trauma, psychotic disorders, or personality disorders. Our work together will be collaborative, respectful, and rooted in whole-person care. I’ll never assume I know more than you do about your own life. My role is to offer tools, insights, and space to walk with you while you make sense of what matters most to you. I like to share psychoeducation when it’s helpful, and I also trust that you bring your own knowledge, history, and wisdom to the table. In our sessions, we’ll look at what’s working, what’s not, and how your values, what actually matters to you, can shape the way forward. I support clients in practicing self-regulation skills and exploring the impact of trauma and life stressors with honesty and care. I integrate dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and internal family systems (IFS), depending on your needs. IFS is an attachment-focused modality that can help you identify limiting beliefs, explore inner dynamics, and strengthen your relationship with yourself and others. My approach is compassionate, curious, and nonjudgmental. I want therapy to feel like a space where you don’t have to edit yourself, where you can show up exactly as you are and trust that we’ll figure things out together. I’ve worked with individuals in rural, suburban, and urban communities, and my generalist social work training helps me understand the systems that shape our lives, family, work, school, relationships, identity, and how they intersect with our mental health. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in psychiatric rehabilitation with people experiencing serious and persistent mental illness. That experience taught me how deeply mental health is connected to safety, housing, connection, and access to care, and it continues to shape how I show up in the therapy room: with respect for your story, and a belief in your capacity for change. Outside of therapy, I recharge by listening to music or podcasts, catching up with friends, gardening when it’s warm out, drawing with oil pastels, and stretching. Therapy is serious work, but I bring warmth and humanity into the room, too. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure if therapy will help, I get it. You don’t have to commit to anything long-term. Just reach out. We’ll take it one conversation at a time.

With over 26 years of experience, I utilize verbal psychotherapy and art psychotherapy to help you find your emotional voice whether it be about a current situation that is causing you distress or something from your past or future. We hold on to thoughts, behaviors and feelings that seem too overwhelming to share with others. We fear vulnerability. We run from difficult feelings/thoughts. We feel ashamed of our emotional "baggage". Then, we try to hide under a mask because of shame, fear, and anxiety. But hiding in shame only makes us feel isolated, empty and experience self hatred. We become disconnected from our bodies. To promote healing and growth, we will sit through difficult emotions and thoughts until you have a better sense of yourself and self compassion. It is very important for us to create a trusting relationship where you can feel seen, heard and safe. I encourage you to express feelings, fears, conflicts, insecurities, memories and reconnect with your body. You will learn to take off the mask & find inner strengths to bring a sense of connection to yourself & others. We will accomplish insight, self-awareness & compassion, coping strategies, a sense of purpose & connection, and relaxation. I want to help you feel more connected to your life, to remember YOUR truth, dislodge old patterns & reconnect with joy.