Therapists for college students near New York University

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I am a cisgender, fat-bodied, and queer-identified therapist who has experience working with a wide range of individuals and folx in various relationship types with concerns including anxiety, depression, relational conflict, complex trauma, grief and loss, body image, self esteem issues, disordered eating, polyamory, gender identity and LGBTQ+ concerns. I provide psychotherapy to folx 18+ using a holistic, person-centered, trauma-informed, and intersectional perspective. Together we will work to find what hurts, ask the right questions, and facilitate your journey towards self-discovery and understanding.

**My FULLY VIRTUAL practice is now accepting new clients and I promise to answer all inquiries within 24 hours or less!** Life is full of difficulties, obstacles, and making tough decisions. You do not have to deal with this universal experience alone! Together we can explore and process past traumas, gain a deeper understanding of how they are impacting your life and interpersonal relationships today, and decide if now is the time to make the healthy changes necessary to thrive. I have half a decade of clinical experience consisting of crisis intervention counseling along with working in the inpatient psychiatry setting. My experience has allowed me to be well versed in depression, anxiety, complex emotions, familial and relationship stressors, suicidal ideation, and much more. I also integrate multiple therapeutic approaches. I promise to keep an open mind, a judgment free zone, and to continue learning with you throughout the duration of our work together. Growth starts with you! Call today for a free consultation and we can see if we would be a good team.

Whether you're a parent navigating the challenges of raising children, a young adult finding your footing, or a family seeking stronger connections — there's a place for you here. Life has a way of pulling us in every direction — but healing often starts by turning inward. I bring both compassion and energy to every session, creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported. Whether you're navigating everyday stress or life's bigger challenges, I'm here to help you find your footing and reconnect with your own strength.

Many of my clients are young adults, college students, graduate students, and working professionals who appear successful on the outside but feel overwhelmed on the inside. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic stress, burnout, low motivation, self-doubt, or difficulty navigating life transitions. Together, we identify the patterns keeping them stuck, build practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and goal-oriented, helping clients develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and confidence in themselves and their future. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress management, motivation, and self-esteem. Drawing from DBT, mindfulness-based practices, and Adlerian therapy, I help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while developing practical tools for everyday life. My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you can exhale, a place where you don’t have to hold everything together. Healing begins with compassion and connection, and real change happens when we feel understood without judgment. I don’t see my clients as diagnoses or problems to be fixed, but as whole people with complex stories.

As a former professor of trauma studies at The New School for over two decades, I bring both academic depth and real-world experience to my work with students. Specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, academic challenges, and career development. Visit my profile on Psychology Today for more info. In-network with Aetna and Cigna.

I am an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and PNCB Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in psychiatric diagnosis, medication management, psychotherapy and holistic interventions for children, adolescents, and young adults with mental health concerns. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA, a Master’s degree in Nursing from Yale University and a Post-Master’s Certificate from Hunter College with a specialty in Psychiatric Mental Health. My background includes working in Community Health and Outpatient practices. I am strongly committed to working with adolescents and young adults and I have over 15 years of experience with a wide range of common issues like stress, anxiety, depression, and attention deficit (Attention Deficit Disorder/ADHD), amongst others. I also provide care with: relationship difficulties or family or other interpersonal challenges; stresses at work or school; grief or loss; or a tricky transition. As a dually certified provider, my treatment approach respects the client as a whole and I frequently recommend treatment interventions including the use of psychotropic medication, but also place emphasis on other important domains of wellbeing, including nutrition, exercise, interpersonal and familial relationships, and psychotherapy. In my practice, I will work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan which may include therapeutic strategies, medication management, or lifestyle changes. My clinical approach is based on the clinical and developmental needs of each client and is tailored to their individual strengths. I integrate the neurobiological understanding of mental health with an emphasis on the nursing model, which focuses on patient education, advocacy, and a holistic approach of maintaining overall wellness.

My name is Mayra Ramirez and as a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, I believe prioritizing your mental well-being is essential to becoming the best version of yourself. College is more than classes and exams — it’s a major life transition. It’s where independence, identity, relationships, and future goals all collide at once. In my practice, I work with those who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure about their next steps. Together, we identify patterns, strengthen coping skills, and build emotional resilience so you can move through this season with clarity and confidence. We will focus on helping you feel more confident, balanced, and in control during this important stage of your life.

Isabella Cuellar (she/her) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Isabella’s experiences as a special education teacher and outpatient psychiatric medical assistant drove her interest in trauma-informed counseling, advocating for client needs, and the importance of a multicultural approach to counseling. As a therapist, she values building trusting relationships with all clients and creating a supportive, non-judgemental therapeutic environment where individuals feel nurtured. Isabella integrates different styles of therapy to cultivate change within her clients, including a psychodynamic approach and evidence-based practices like dialectical behavioral therapy. She has experience working in a college counseling center where she supported a diverse student population in managing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, LGBTQ+ issues, and adjustment to college life. Isabella believes in a holistic approach to wellness and implements her background as a yoga instructor and former D1 athlete into her role as a counselor. If you’re looking to begin a journey toward becoming the best version of yourself, schedule a session with Isabella!

Meet Sirena Beard-Galati, MHC-I Clinical Intern in New York Specialized Therapy for Creatives & Neurodivergent Adults Individual Therapy for Creatives, Professionals, and Neurodiverse Adults in NYC If you are navigating the complexities of high-achievement pressure, creative burnout, or the unique sensory and emotional landscape of neurodivergence, you deserve a space that centers your lived experience. I provide identity-affirming, culturally responsive therapy designed to help you reconnect with your inner resilience and navigate life's transitions with clarity. Expertise & Clinical Approach As a NY-based counselor-in-training at Rise Psychology NYC, I support adults across Manhattan and Brooklyn through virtual and in-person care. My work is grounded in providing neurodivergent-affirming care and mental health support for creatives. Currently completing my clinical training at Northwestern University, I work under the direct supervision of Dr. Fanny Ng, PhD, a specialist in Health Psychology and CBT-I. This collaborative model ensures my clients benefit from a high standard of clinical excellence in areas such as medical trauma, chronic illness support, and holistic wellness. Why Work With Me? The Creative’s Edge: With a background as a professional songwriter and NYU Steinhardt-trained vocal coach, I specialize in helping artists and performers overcome creative blocks, performance anxiety, and imposter syndrome. Neurodivergent-Affirming Support: As a dedicated advocate for learning differences, I provide specialized support for ADHD, executive functioning challenges, and sensory processing, helping neurodivergent individuals thrive in a neurotypical world. Health & Wellness Integration: My practice at Rise Psychology NYC allows me to support clients through women’s mental health, reproductive wellbeing, and stress management. Specialized Service Areas Creatives & Performers: Addressing creative burnout, writing blocks, and career transitions. Neurodivergent Support: Affirming therapy for ADHD, learning differences, and sensory overload. Anxiety & Perfectionism: Managing high-functioning anxiety and the pressures of perfectionism. Relationship & Identity: Exploring attachment styles, self-esteem, and multicultural identity. Health & Burnout: Specialized support for caregiver stress and physical health-related anxiety. “Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity…” — Brené Brown

I have worked with many young adults who are developing a secure sense of who they are and who they want to become. This stage of life has become even more difficult as our world is evolving at a greater rate and the choices so much more complicated.

I believe everyone has the inner capacity to heal, which guides my work. As an Asian American clinician, I’m passionate about culturally informed care and creating a safe space that honors each client’s identity. I work with individuals navigating PTSD, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. Using an eclectic, mind–body approach—including somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, and solution-focused techniques—I tailor treatment to each client’s needs.

You don't have to figure it all out on your own! Students I work with are empathic and intelligent and are feeling pain about their personal lives and the world at large. They have difficulty asking for help as they are often the person others turn to for assistance. Distress can show up as failing classes, procrastination, insomnia, sadness, lack of focus, irritability, anxiety and feelings of hopelessness about the future. In our work together, we will identify sources of distress, resolve conflicts that are holding you stuck, and learn, practice and integrate coping strategies. We will tap into inner resources--including intuition, humor, beauty and resilience--to access healing and joy. Our work will enable you to become more grounded, self-aware, confident, and self-directed. I studied English and Environmental Studies at SUNY Albany and Williams College. I received my Masters in Expressive Therapies from Lesley University and my Masters in Social Work from New York University. My professional experience includes over 15 years working in academia, including serving as the director of a university women's and gender resource center, adjunct professor and academic advisor, in addition to my work as a psychotherapist. I am a member of the Climate Psychology Alliance of North America and am a climate-aware and trauma-informed therapist. Many of my current clients are dealing with trauma and social anxiety. They often feel isolated and struggle with initiating and building healthy connections and friendships with others. Therapy can help you uncover choices and social skills you may not even be able to imagine now. My studies in creative arts therapies, mythology, Tarot, dreams and archetypes help you see your life stories with fresh perspective and flexibility. Students who work best with me approach therapy as partnering with a warm, compassionate, knowledgeable guide who can help them access intuitive, academic, physical and practical resources. We weave together a unique net of strategies that you can tap into as needed for coping with obstacles and stressors in your life.

I provide a comfortable, non-judgmental, and multicultural lens to ensure the ability of tackling each issue in a safe and healthy way. I specialize in working with teenagers, college students, and the LGBT Community, and I also focus on treating ADHD, Anxiety, BPD, Trauma, and General Life Stressors.

I work with individuals of all ages facing life transitions and challenges. My goal is for you to feel comfortable and to take the time you need to build trust. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, a recent loss, parenting struggles, career demands, or striving to find your voice among life's various challenges, I am here to offer empathy and support. Let’s navigate uncertain times together while fostering hope, resilience, and self-compassion. As a therapist who is bicultural and bilingual in Spanish and English, I am deeply committed to providing culturally-informed therapy. Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs), we'll focus on your unique abilities to find solutions to challenges together.

The majority of my clients come to therapy expressing feelings of being overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and stuck. I help Clients work through their feelings and develop effective coping skills. Upon completion of therapy, clients walk away with a feeling of renewal and self-confidence to manage life's challenges and enjoy life.

Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts and feelings. By listening to and understanding your needs, I will assist in navigating complex issues that are currently preventing you from reaching your goals/ideal self. I have extensive experience in treating adults, adolescents, and children in a variety of settings. I specialize in treating anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD, Depression, and Self-Esteem issues. I specifically use evidence-based treatments in my practice that are backed by research including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness based practices. Therapy with me, will be individually and uniquely tailored towards your specific needs. My collaborative, warm, and empathic approach allows clients to set clear goals and efficiently work towards significant change within their lives and relationships.

I work especially well with clients who think deeply, feel intensely, and are tired of talking in circles—whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, low mood, or big life transitions. My approach blends evidence-informed psychotherapy with optional art-based work to help you access emotions, shift patterns, and build steadier self-trust. You don’t need to be “creative” to benefit—this is about expression and insight, not making something perfect.

My clients are often deep feelers, over thinkers, and high achievers such as students, clinicians, creatives, adoptees, BIPOC, and first generation individuals who are navigating identity, relationship dynamics, responsibilities, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, burnout, trauma, or systemic stressors. They are often masking or silencing parts of themselves to meet expectations. Many are seeking a space where they do not have to explain their identities or experiences, where they can feel heard and seen without judgment or fear. They want support, clarity, and autonomy to show up fully both in therapy and in their everyday lives. I offer unique understanding of intersectionality rooted in lived experience and aim to provide culturally and trauma-informed care. I've supported youth and families in schools, camps, and community centers facing trauma, crisis, abuse, neglect, grief, loss, immigration issues, displacement, and second language challenges for over a decade. I've trained clinicians, staff, and supervised interns in crisis intervention, SEL, and case management. With a long-standing dedication to human development, attachment theory, and a gathered knowledge of specific cases, treatments, and approaches, I am committed to client-centered care tailored to each individual's needs. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to carry so much while trying to hold it all together. I offer a compassionate, supportive space where your full self, voice, and unique form of expression are honored. If you’re looking for a space to make sense of things in your own way, you’re welcome to connect with me and discover what therapy can mean for you. I offer free 15-minute consultations, feel free to reach out and connect further via email or my official website.

I provide both English and Mandarin virtual psychotherapy to individuals and families. My approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS and MI, and I adapt the approach that resonates with my clients; my practice also focuses on our automatic thoughts, behaviors, and feelings, as well as exploring cultural identity, navigating cultural dilemmas, and releasing intergenerational tension. I have more than 7 years of experience helping individuals with mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, cultural identity issues, and generational conflict. I am also equipped with the knowledge to work with individuals with special needs, such as autism and developmental disabilities.