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Therapists for college students near New York, NY

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Marcela Yussef,Ph.D.
Psychologist
New York, NY

I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience conducting Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy (CBT.) Aside from my extensive educational and clinical experience, my work is influenced by my lived experience, as an immigrant, fully fluent in Spanish, first generation college student, and parent to neurodivergent youth. I offer a professional and direct, yet warm and personable style to effectively help my clients, including young and older college students, address the stressors and mental health challenges they are facing, including relationship issues, adjustment disorders, depression, and anxiety. I am also an expert in the early diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders and have worked with parents and siblings of individuals presenting with ASD, ADHD, and other conditions.

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Vanessa Zinke, LCSW
Group practice
New York, NY

I am the co-founder and psychotherapist of Reaching Resilience Therapy, a private therapy practice in New York City specializing in trauma, loss, grief, immigration, advocacy, mindfulness & strength based services with adults, adolescents, and children. I provide virtual therapy for New York and Florida residents. We at Reaching Resilience Therapy believe in meeting clients where they are at and supporting individuals and families of all communities, regardless of immigration status. We believe in equitable, collaborative, and humanistic mental health treatment. Also, we take a holistic approach to each client to ensure their needs and goals are met. We believe that every individual has innate resilience and strength. My role is to empower our clients in recognizing these qualities in order to improve their relationships, functioning, and overall well-being.

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Chris Bakes (Sol Health)
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

I love the privilege of working with creative, insightful individuals looking to better understand themselves. Based on what you find useful, we’ll incorporate existential, artistic, spiritual, and humanistic approaches. From me, you can expect warmth, investment, and- where appropriate- humor to support increased perspective. This highly personalized process is one of the best efforts any of us can make for our health. Experienced in treating ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, depression disorders (MDD, PDD), and generalized anxiety. Healing is nonlinear, therapy is best when it’s unrushed, and it’s really important that it happens at your own pace. I am a final-year clinical student at Columbia, focusing on treatment for young adults and adolescents, and did my BA at Yale. "It was what I was born for—to look, to listen, to lose myself inside this soft world." —Mary Oliver, "Mindful"

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Engy Aly
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

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Madonna Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

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Well Behavioral Health
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

Well Behvaioral Health offers a variety of services tailored to meet unique needs and build into your daily life with flexibility. Stand alone or combined outpatient services include therapy, coaching, nutrition counseling, and various groups. Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) options include Eating Disorder treatment, Trauma, and a DBT adherent program.

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SOL Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
New York, NY

Rayner A. Berrios, PMHNP-BC is a bilingual Columbia trained Spanish-speaking Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who understands the importance of providing culturally competent care. He is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 plus years of experience working in hospitals and clinical settings. Mr. Berrios tailors treatment to the individual based on evidence based practice in psychopharmacology along with supportive, solution therapy. Working with Rayner, patients can expect a warm, participatory and respectful style that empowers them to work towards their mental health goal.

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David Martin
Psychologist
Underhill, VT

This world is challenging and it is normal to have periods of struggle. I help clients move through stressful times and life challenges by developing healthier relationships and emotional patterns. As a therapist, I am both very supportive of my clients and I also provide feedback and opportunities for growth. I view therapy as both an art and a science. I tailor my approach to the unique needs of each individual client. I value the diversity of the human experience and therefore affirm and respect those from all racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds, and sexual and gender orientations. I have particular expertise working with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Couples, Career struggles, Trauma, Grief, and issues with Self-esteem and Identity. I enjoy working with young adults and teens. I have worked as the clinical director at several universities, most recently at Creighton University. I have specialized training in DBT therapy. I value the diversity of human experience and I am therefore affirming of all: racial and ethnic backgrounds, sexual and gender orientations, and religious backgrounds.

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Abigail Kovalcik
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

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JAN NELSON
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed? Would you like and to make the best decisions for yourself? Do you need to prioritize your obligations and responsibilities? Are you worrying about everything—in the present and future? Are you struggling with your mental health, education, career, relationships, social circles? Do you need someone to help you create true, lasting change? Being a emerging adult is an exciting time that can be filled with possibilities for adventure, growth and exploration. At the same time, it can bring a sense of confusion and feeling overwhelmed about who you are, what you want and how to get there. Maybe there are obstacles, new or old, that get in the way of making progress. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), younger adults today face more stress than any other previous generation. Your concerns are unique from those of your parents, making a tailored, custom approach to therapy most beneficial. I provide such an approach. Emerging adulthood is the perfect time to discover new strategies to better manage your life so that you can become your best self and have the future that you want.

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Lantie Tom
Drama Therapist
New York, NY

Hi! I am always impressed with the courage and resilience that brings people to therapy in search of who they are meant to be. Many of my clients come to me with a desire to improve their relationships with themselves and with others. My aim is to guide you towards your inner wisdom and becoming your most authentic self. To do so, I am committed to creating an environment where you can explore freely and challenge yourself. My style is down-to-earth and good-humored. I enjoy collaborating with clients on finding the roots of an issue and engaging their strengths for healing and growth. I integrate creative and evidence-based methods to resolve and renew what words cannot. As someone who is dedicated to providing the best care possible, I also combine insights with some of the most efficient, brain-smart methods available.

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Melissa Bennett-Heinz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Seattle, WA

**Some Insurance Accepted in NC through Headway** I practice via telehealth in NY, NC, WA, and TX. I specialize in working with adult men and women who are secretly miserable. You may look fine on the outside, but inside you're struggling to get your own needs met, codependency, perfectionism, and shame. Gestalt Therapy goes beyond looking at just the cognitive, linear perspectives of the person. It demands of the therapist an awareness of the body and how it manifests in the psyche. Through its focus on process rather than content, the patient gains an experiential awareness of how they do what they do and new choices emerge spontaneously. The radical focus on process in the creative therapy of Gestalt keeps the work alive and full of possibility for both the patient and my work as a therapist. Melissa Bennett-Heinz obtained her master’s degree in clinical social work from Columbia University (Class of 2002) and is a graduate of Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy in New York City, NY. In addition to her background in Gestalt Therapy, she obtained her bachelor's and master’s degrees from the esteemed conservatory, Manhattan School of Music, in New York City where she majored in Oboe Performance. Melissa completed cognitive behavioral studies under the tutelage of Dr. William Sanderson. She is a licensed clinical social worker in NY, WA, NC, and TX and has over twenty years of specialized training and experience in PTSD, childhood abuse, mood and anxiety disorders. Melissa brings her background as a classical musician and deep spirituality together in her unique approach in Gestalt's creative and experiential therapy.

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City Therapy
Group practice
New York, NY

"Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I'll meet you there." ~Rumi

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Fidi Therapy
Group practice
New York, NY

Hello, I’m Soo. I am a psychotherapist who uses a supportive and goal-oriented approach to help steer you toward the life that you deserve. What I do: I can help you achieve your vision of a thriving and fulfilling life after identifying and clarifying your individual goals and taking committed action. While this is a process, I can help you navigate the journey by providing an empathic, supportive, and non-judgmental space. If you are experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Social Anxiety, Work stress, and Relationship issues, you are at the right place. What to expect: The process is like learning to drive. As long as you're committed to the program and want to sit in the driver's seat, I guarantee a patient and willing instructor by your side. What happens next: My approach is unique, and I'm confident you'll see progress soon. The first step is to schedule a session. We'll take it from there, together. My first career was in the fashion industry. This experience helped me to understand and connect with clients who are experiencing work/life challenges. Modalities: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

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Michael Jaros (Sol Health)
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Mike Jaros, I am in my last year of graduate school at the University of Buffalo getting a Mental Health Counseling license. I am currently a School Counselor with over six years of experience. I am a member of the LGBTQ+ community, a husband, and a father to a pre-teen son that we adopted at birth from California. I have worked in education for the majority of my career and I am excited to continue on my path in Mental Health as a Therapist-In-Training here at Sol Health. My approach is client centered and I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. As a School Counselor I have many years of practice in Solution Focused Brief Counseling. I want to assist my clients in navigating life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and evidence-based care. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or simply seeking greater clarity and connection in your life, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. It is my goal to normalize seeking support with a therapist for your own mental health. I will tailor each therapy session to meet your unique needs and goals. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and to help clients develop resilience, improve emotional well-being, and achieve personal growth. Whether you are facing a specific concern or seeking overall self-discovery, I am committed to guiding you toward healing and empowerment. I look forward to working with you on your own mental health journey. Michael Jaros is a therapist-in-training at Sol Health. Sol Health is a digital health startup that offers $30 therapy to Gen Z by connecting them to therapists-in-training that are accruing clinical hours.

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DAVID ACKERMAN
Treatment program
New York, NY

I work to help clients better adjust to academic and social stressors, as well as to make more meaningful connections. I encourage engagement in therapy towards your own empowerment and self-growth. My style of therapy is client-centered and humanistic.

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Lydia Bell
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

Hello! My name is Lydia and I'm a NYC-based psychotherapist near Herald Square in midtown. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, I can help. We will talk through past experiences and your everyday life to better understand what's at the root of your stress. The transition to college can bring up so many questions around identity, relationships, and self-worth. It's completely normal to feel out of your element. Let's figure it out together.

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Silver Thread Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New York, NY

The college students I work best with are thoughtful, curious, and trying hard, even if it doesn’t always feel that way. Many are dealing with anxiety, perfectionism, or OCD and feel overwhelmed by the pressure to succeed, figure things out quickly, or keep it all together. Some struggle with focus, motivation, or routines, even though they care deeply about their goals. A lot of my clients tell me they feel stuck in their heads, constantly overthinking, procrastinating, or second-guessing themselves. They’re tired of feeling like they’re falling behind and want someone who truly understands and can offer tools that actually help. In our work, we make space for what’s difficult while building real strategies to help you feel more grounded, capable, and clear about what you want.

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Jordan Dann
Licensed Psychoanalyst
New York, NY

Hello, I’m Jordan. I’m a licensed psychoanalyst and relationship coach specializing in somatic therapy and couples therapy. I work with both individuals and couples in NYC and throughout the world. We will collaborate to identify the dilemmas you are facing, and co-create a process of growth to help you take the next step towards healing and greater life satisfaction and fulfillment. Therapy is for everyone. No matter what your challenges are, you don’t have to do it alone.

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Kimberlin Shepard
Pre-Licensed Professional
New York, NY

Hi my name is Kimberlin and i am a licensed therapist in NY. My passion lies in supporting clients to build confidence and self-esteem, foster a positive body-image, navigate dating and break ups, work with couples through all stages of their relationship, ease anxieties through developing coping skills, uncover individual strengths, and nurture the relationship one has with themselves.

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