Therapists for college students near New York, NY

I specialize in helping people heal from trauma, strengthen relationships, and manage overwhelming emotions. My approach is grounded in compassion, safety, and collaboration. I believe therapy should be a place where you can exhale, feel seen, and begin to make sense of your story without judgment.

I am passionate about working with teens and children as they navigate life transitions and social dynamics. I specialize in working with clients experiencing challenges related to anxiety, OCD and ADHD/ Neurodivergence. I tailor my approach to each client, recognizing their unique traits, goals, abilities, as well as their specific background and environment. My therapeutic style is eclectic, strengths-based, and grounded in evidence-based practices (including CBT, Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing), with a profound understanding that there is no substitute for empathy. I often bring my passions for art and movement into session as I integrate creative projects and the mind-body connection to help clients achieve their goals. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your mental health journey.

I work with neurodivergent adults experiencing burnout from overfunctioning and masking. Many of my clients manage competing responsibilities while coping with anxiety, depression, relational conflict, and the lasting impact of trauma. Many are BIPOC adults from immigrant communities exploring intersecting identities and cultural expectations. I offer therapy in English and Spanish and strive to create a supportive, culturally responsive space where clients feel understood. Together, we focus on developing practical strategies to support meaningful change that can be sustained long after therapy ends.

I'm so glad you've started this journey to improve your mental wellbeing. I know how difficult beginnings can be—I’ve worked with a number of first-time and returning therapy clients from backgrounds as diverse as New York City itself. I particularly enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ clients and people with disabilities and neurodivergences. I do my best to honor your cultural experience as we tackle some of life’s biggest challenges together: depression and anxiety, trauma and grief, chronic illness and medical issues, relationship difficulties and life transitions, and problematic drug use or other behaviors that may no longer be serving you. My own career began in worker organizing, then moved into community social work and social policy research. I have a deep appreciation for how relationships and social realities impact mental health and prioritize a relational and social change-oriented approach. Disability justice, racial justice, and gender justice are core tenets of my practice. My work is also influenced by my own experiences as a therapy client: I strive to be as transparent as possible about what we’re doing and why, so you can be a full partner on the journey and never feel left in the dark. Above all, I am person-centered: I start by learning who you are as an individual, your strengths and challenges, and then figure out which clinical approaches can work best for you. I often draw from Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and am pursuing further training in these modalities. I very much look forward to meeting you and taking this journey together!

I have over 14 years of clinical experience. I have worked with an array of clients over the years which include focuses in anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and crisis stabilization. My goal is to create a safe space for my clients on their journey to personal growth and healing. I believe that everyone's story is unique to them and will develop a personalized approach for each client using evidence based treatment. I want clients who are feeling stuck to be able to have a place to process what they are going through and share helpful tools with them along the way. I want my clients to be able to have an increased insight in to their emotions and behaviors. I want to help my clients develop a better understanding of what their needs are and how to have those needs be met.

I specialize in working with folks who have substance use-related issues and supporting them on the path to long-term recovery.

Alaina specializes in working with teenagers, college students, and the LGBT Community. Alaina also focuses on treating Anxiety, BPD, ADHD, Trauma, and General Life Stressors. Alaina operates from a Person Centered Lens which means the client is the expert in their own life, therefore, she will collaborate with you to find the best possible approach.

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I am so glad you are here! I know it takes a huge amount of strength and courage to even begin to search for a therapist. Together we can explore patterns that have kept you stuck and ways to make positive changes on your journey to live your best life. We can work on healing past wounds and explore plans of action to find balance and fulfillment.

I am passionate about helping people discover their inner strength and resilience. With a master's in social work from New York University and as licensed social worker since 2005, I've had the privilege of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds in various settings, including non-profits, LGBT organizations, and schools. My therapeutic approach blends a strengths-based and psychodynamic perspective with cognitive-behavioral techniques allowing me to tailor our sessions to your unique needs and aspirations. Whether you're facing challenges, fraught relationships, seeking personal growth, or simply navigating life's transitions, my goal is to provide a supportive space where you can explore, learn, and thrive. Together, we'll work towards cultivating a sense of ease and confidence as you're on your path forward. I'm here to support you every step of the way.

My main approaches are derived from person centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, and schema therapy. I hope for all my clients to leave sessions gaining more understanding of who they are, questions and tools to help them go deeper and confidence to work towards change. In sessions I provide a warm and safe space for you to freely express yourself. Together we will work collaboratively to address the anxiety, depression and other symptoms hindering you in life. Working together to understand the root of these issues and challenge the thinking patterns and behaviors that repeats themselves, keeping you in a negative loop. The tools that I will provide will help you gain more insight and understanding of yourself and work towards meaningful change and growth. I also specialize in mental health with Christian spirituality. I can also teach you how to implement biblical principles into improving your mental health.

College life can be exciting, but it also comes with a lot (academic pressure, life transitions, relationship challenges, etc.) If you’re struggling with negative thoughts, anxiety, or just feeling stuck, you're not alone. I work with college students through the unique stressors and experiences that come with this chapter of life. Whether you’re feeling anxious, burned out, dealing with self-doubt, or just want support with everyday life, I’m here to support you through it all. We can work together to build healthier habits, understand your emotions better, and create more balance in your life. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to what you need. I’m here to really listen, support you, and guide you through your next steps—all in a space that’s supportive, open, and judgment-free. If you’re ready to take the next step towards change, I’m here when you’re ready.

My work embraces creativity as a pathway to healing, growth, and resilience across the lifespan. I specialize in family work, couples therapy, and challenges for emerging adults.

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John D. Melendez is a bilingual, English and Spanish speaking, Mental Health and Substance Use Counselor experienced in providing assessment and treatment to adolescents, adults, and families from diverse ethno-cultural and racial backgrounds in order to determine appropriate services and referrals needed, implementing short-term and long-term goals in collaboration with clients. John is qualified to treat a variety of mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and substance use challenges, and also provides relationship counseling and cognitive therapy. As an accomplished and experienced professional, he understands the level of sensitivity which is required in his field of work. John is a dependable and reliable counselor based in New York City, NY. He is best known for the warm and friendly approach he takes while consulting clients. John received his Bachelor's and Master's degree from CUNY Brooklyn College. He continues to strive toward continual education, experiential growth, and improved quality of services rendered.

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.

I work with individuals, couples, and families, am certified as an Emotionally Focused Couples therapist and as a sex therapist, and have experience treating a variety of problems including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, sexual issues, and problems with academic and job performance and with career advancement.

Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, or low self-esteem? Maybe you feel like you have a hard time getting out of your own head or feel “stuck” in your negative thoughts. As a licensed therapist with over 7 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals, both adults and adolescents, manage mood disorders, navigate interpersonal challenges, and build self-esteem. Therapy with me is empowering, nonjudgmental, and evidence-based. Therapy is a collaborative process in which we can work together to see what works for you, in my opinion, there is no "one shoe fits all" approach. My work with clients is integrative and holistic, which means that I draw from multiple therapeutic modalities to create a treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals. Using a variety of techniques, I can help you develop coping skills, improve your communication and relationship skills, and build a stronger sense of self. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts/feelings, gain insight, and learn practical strategies. I'm an engaged therapist who listens, reflects, asks questions, and offers interpretations. I always bring my authentic self to sessions and can't wait to get started supporting you!

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.

Therapy with me is about understanding who you are, where you come from, and honoring what’s alive in you. Our work together is a collaborative unfolding. With a creative, holistic approach, I open the space to move beyond surface problem-solving and into the heart of your story—where healing, growth, and expansion can take root. Think of therapy less as a straight line and more as a spiral: each turn bringing deeper insight, greater clarity, and new ways of being. Together, we’ll create a grounded, compassionate space where your wholeness is remembered and your complexity is celebrated.