Therapists for college students near New York, NY
Dr. Alissa Mallow, Psychotherapy, LCSW, PLLC
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Inclusive Insights Counseling
Inclusive Insights Counseling PLLC is an LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, trauma-informed mental health practice dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We specialize in supporting clients navigating identity development, life transitions, relationship dynamics, anxiety, depression, trauma, and the impact of systemic and structural stressors. Our approach is inclusive, decolonized, and community-centered, recognizing that healing happens within the context of lived experience, culture, and connection. We emphasize empowerment, collaboration, and holistic well-being, and create a space where clients can explore their stories safely and authentically. Who We Serve LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and gender-expansive clients BIPOC communities Neurodivergent clients College students and emerging adults Individuals navigating trauma, grief, relationship stress, work/school pressures, and identity exploration Polyamorous, ENM, and non-traditional relationship systems People seeking a therapist who is affirming, strengths-based, and grounded in liberation-focused care What We Offer Individual psychotherapy Couples and relationship therapy Trauma-informed, inclusive, and identity-affirming care Telehealth services across New York State and Florida. A growing group practice with diverse clinicians, interns, and supervised providers Our Clinical Approach We use evidence-based and culturally attuned modalities including CBT, DBT-informed skills, trauma-focused therapy, narrative approaches, mindfulness, somatic awareness, and relational therapies. Our work is rooted in values of consent, autonomy, collaboration, and empowerment. We meet clients where they are, honoring their identities, strengths, and lived experiences. Our Mission To create accessible, equitable, and affirming mental health care that honors the whole person. We believe in collective healing, community care, and dismantling barriers that make mental health support difficult to access.
Dr. Michael Jacobs
My clients say that they find my honest, warm, and straightforward approach to be refreshing and helpful. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, school stress, or a sense of being stuck, these obstacles can trigger anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. The fear of judgment or the dread of something terrible happening can weigh heavily on your mind. High standards, whether self-imposed or external, might feel impossible to meet, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. You don't have to face these challenges alone. Together, we can develop effective strategies to help you embrace life fully, fostering a sense of control and freedom. I specialize in supporting adults and teens, particularly those who identify as LGBTQIA+ or performing artists, who are feeling anxious, sad, and overwhelmed. My approach helps manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, and OCD, offering thoughtful conversations and practical tools to get you back to living fully. Finding the right therapist can be daunting, but I'm here to make the process easier. Call me Michael, not "Doctor Jacobs." I consider my approach to be direct, warm and less formal. I want you to know that I'm human too, and we're in this together. Reach out today to see if we're a good fit and take the first step towards getting better.
Brianna Halasa
Hi there! My name is Brianna, and I intertwine my experiences as a psychotherapist, yoga teacher, perpetual student, community organizer, and insights from my own mental health journey into my holistic practice. I aim to provide an engaging and warm environment where together we can access tools to help you cope with stressors; set healthy boundaries and improve communication to fuel connection and build relationships; step into your emotions to better regulate them; reprocess past traumatic experiences; and strengthen your attunement and awareness to your body. You have the innate power to heal yourself, I’m simply here to guide and empower you along the way. I use techniques from multiple modalities, such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), somatic experiencing (SE), internal family systems (IFS), intuitive eating, and feminist therapy, while always adding a multicultural and anti-oppressive lens. Together we can collaborate to tailor an approach that best addresses your needs in an environment where you feel seen, heard, and empowered. Please reach out for a free clarity call if you are interested in investing in yourself and working together!
Inner Lakes Therapy
Inner Lakes Therapy is a warm and welcoming virtual group practice. We specialize in working with trauma, neurodivergence, and relationships, identity, and sexuality while prioritizing safety and affirming care. All of our clinicians are BIPOC allied and LGBTQIA+ and ND affirming, if not members of these groups themselves. We do our best to both align with strong social justice values and provide empowering and destigmatizing therapy. Our therapists combine effective, evidence-based treatments that provide a holistic approach to healing, as part of a treatment plan that you and your therapist will build together. They are skilled in many modalities including but not limited to CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, MI, inner child work, and narrative, relational, psychodynamic therapies. We look forward to getting to know you!
Wave Counseling LCSW, PLLC
Hello! My name is Nicole Wong (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York’s Hudson Valley. I specialize in helping adults heal from trauma, overcome anxiety, and relinquish their self-doubt. Your voice deserves to be heard and listened to. I would so appreciate the opportunity to engage in this therapeutic process with you. In my work, I provide trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered therapy to my clients, while integrating an empathic, intersectional, and holistic approach. My practice is grounded in allowing my clients to explore all aspects of their identities while working through their life experiences. It is important to me that you are in control of your therapeutic process and that our work together is collaborative in its approach and catered to meet your needs and goals. Prior to my transition to being a therapist, I worked for nine years in trauma and anti-violence, university administration, and nonprofit management. For most of my professional career, I have helped individuals heal from trauma and loss and advocated for survivors in their communities. My foundations in trauma-informed approaches and advocacy remain a strong tenet of my work with clients today. I earned my Masters of Science degree in Social Work at Columbia University in Advanced Clinical Practice with a focus on Health, Mental Health, and Disabilities. Previously, I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and English from Vassar College.
Ester Edelman, LCSW, Counseling and Psychotherapy
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Stacey Dewan
I'm a Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit (MHC-LP), specializing in cultural diversity issues, relationship struggles, stress management, adjustment disorders, and substance use for teenagers, young adults, adults, seniors, and individuals of all kinds. My goal is to create a safe, comforting, and trusting environment so you can discover and learn coping skills that help with life's everyday pressures. These skills draw on your mind, body, and spirit to support your overall well-being. We all come from different walks of life, and we can all use a little guidance. I believe in treating you fairly, being honest, offering forgiveness, and creating room for you to be exactly who you are, without judgment. Forming a respectful counselor-patient relationship is important to me, especially when addressing diverse, complex, and cultural issues, because it creates a space where you can fully express yourself, find insight, and experience personal growth. Creating healthy boundaries and having a structured routine can support long-term, meaningful growth. Starting your day on a good note matters: taking a few minutes each morning to do something you love, whether that's reading, praying, or spending time with family, can help keep you motivated throughout the day. Everyday circumstances will always come up, and learning how to grow positive thoughts can help you work through daily struggles, past trauma, and resentments. Similarly, understanding how to use your coping skills allows you to respond, rather than react, in ways that lead to a more positive outcome. My path to becoming a therapist began with understanding my own needs as a person and finding meaning and purpose in my daily life, along with a deep belief in self-love, self-compassion, and self-worth. That same spirit of laughter, self-exploration, and commitment to consistency is what I bring to helping you find your own meaning and build lasting self-care routines. I love writing and reading, and cherish time spent with my family and my dog, Cloe. Finding clarity at the beach is one of my favorite ways to reset. I also value time to myself, and sometimes my favorite hobby is simply doing nothing at all.
Aaron Shragge
Creative practices can often be a safer and more direct way of expressing, experiencing and understanding the most challenging emotions. I'm a creative arts therapist who has been working in New York for over fourteen years. I integrate my experience as a performer in Jazz, improvised and World music as well as my zen practice of over twenty years into a unique and effective approach to therapy. Using both verbal psychotherapy and creative art mediums in a safe and supportive environment I work to guide the therapeutic process towards achieving a client's unique goals. I specialize in working with clients with depression, anxiety, addiction, ASD, trauma and ADHD. I bring together psychodynamic depth and mindfulness — sometimes with music, sometimes without. My work is warm, exploratory, and grounded in who you actually are. No previous musical experience required. If you're curious whether this approach could work for you, I'd love to find out together. Reach out through my profile to schedule a consultation — no commitment required, just a conversation. New York clients: I offer telehealth across the state, so wherever you are, we can connect.
MindWell Psychology
Get matched with a MindWell therapist whose experience and approach are a fit your needs. In-person appointments available in: Ithaca, NY; Albany, NY; and Burlington, VT. Telehealth available in NYS and VT. Contact us with any questions - our support team understands the complexity of scheduling for students.
Jennifer Nussbaum LCSW PC
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Nicole Filiou
I work with teens and young adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions or simply feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what comes next. You don’t need to know exactly what you want to work on before starting therapy. Maybe you know you’re not feeling like yourself, or you’re having a hard time managing your emotions, relationships, school, work or everyday life. I especially enjoy working with clients who are motivated to feel better and make a change. Together, we can create a supportive, judgment-free space to understand what you’re experiencing, identify your goals and take things one step at a time.
Brave North Therapy
Brave North Therapy provides in person mental health therapy for individuals & families in Central New York & throughout New York State via telehealth services. We specialize in treating: - Anxiety - Depression - PTSD - Grief & Loss - Trauma - Family Conflicts - Self-Esteem & Personal Growth Brave North Therapy is unique in also offering Ecotherapy, utilizing nature & the outdoors to address mental health difficulties. Examples include walk & talk therapy, outdoor mindfulness & nature journaling sessions.
Anissa Salerno PMHNP
My primary focus is providing honest communication with patients and quality resources for all those involved.
Jeffrey Selman
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based psychological services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. As a psychologist with expertise in behavioral and neurodevelopmental differences, my primary objective is to help find solutions, create meaningful change where it is wanted, and empower clients to partner in this change. My clients can expect to work with a collaborative, straight forward psychologist dedicated to helping them succeed.
Margarete Hanson
Hello, I am Margarete Hanson, LCSW. I go by Meg. I work in a small group practice located in Kenmore, NY. I offer in person availablity within the Western NY or Buffalo area and can provide telehealth services across NYS. My goal is to offer you a safe and understanding space to explore challenges, develop skills and create meaningful change. I have over 15 years of experience working with my different diagnoses and life transitions.
Dr. Dinelly Holder
I work with individuals who know something needs to change, but may not know where to start. You may be overwhelmed, overthinking everything, struggling in your relationships, carrying things from your past, or feeling like you should have life figured out by now, but you don't. Maybe you're tired of repeating the same patterns, second-guessing yourself, or feeling like your emotions are running the show. In our work together, I help you understand what's happening beneath the surface, recognize the patterns keeping you stuck, and learn what to actually do differently. Therapy with me isn't just about talking about the problem week after week. We'll work toward helping you communicate better, manage difficult emotions, make healthier decisions, set boundaries, heal from painful experiences, and feel more in control of your life. You don't have to have everything figured out before you come to therapy. You just have to be ready to start.
Holly Schiff
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Ahuva Chefitz
Does your mind feel like it’s constantly running, overthinking every decision, replaying conversations, or trying to keep up with the pressure to do well in school, relationships, and everything else? College can bring a lot of stress. Many students I work with feel anxious, stuck in their own heads, or overwhelmed by perfectionism and procrastination. You might be juggling coursework, friendships, family expectations, or questions about your future—and it can feel like too much on your own. I’m Ahuva, a licensed therapist who helps college students manage anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, relationship stress, and major life changes. Together, we’ll use practical tools to help you understand what’s getting in your way, build healthier coping skills, and feel more grounded and in control. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. You don’t need to show up with the “right” words or have everything figured out. This is a space where you can be honest, slow down, and work through what’s really going on, without judgment. Reaching out for support can feel scary, but you don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. I’m here to help you take that first step and support you as you build confidence, clarity, and a healthier path forward.
Bridgette Riley
Don't Feel Right? Not Sure Why? Bridgette L. Riley, NP in Psychiatry can help with anxiety, depression, mental wellness, bipolar disorder, attention deficit, panic attacks or anything else that concerns you! Ms. Riley has extensive experience helping people with any mental health concerns they may have. Her approach to psychiatric care is to promote overall mental wellness through talk therapy and medication.