Therapists for college students near New York University

At SPA Psychology, our goal is to help you take meaningful steps to transform your life. Through self-compassion and self-acceptance, we help you turn your inner critic into your inner cheerleader, access your authentic self, and improve your relationships.

I specialize in working with adolescents, college students, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and related concerns. While I specialize in using a cognitive behavioral (CBT) approach, it may also be useful to integrate insight-oriented therapies, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing approaches, depending on specific client needs. I utilize tailored approaches with clients to help them become the best versions of themselves. Therapy looks different for everyone, as it should. No matter what each client’s goals are, I emphasize trusting the process. From my perspective you are the expert on yourself; I follow your lead. I work to meet my clients where they are which means that stepping on the gas or pumping the brakes is up to you, allowing you to feel a sense of control during sessions. My hope is that you will feel like you are talking with someone who is genuinely interested in helping you reach your goals, whatever they may be.

"If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If not now, when?" -Hillel Are you struggling with anxiety or depression related to school, parenting or postpartum, employment, retirement, a relationship, family or a major life transition? Have you had difficulty managing relationships with those around you due to anxiety or depression? Maybe you have struggled with these feelings for a long period of time and you haven't figured out how to address them. Perhaps these unnerving feelings came on suddenly and you are not sure how to cope with the discomfort. I aim to help clients recognize their unhelpful negative thoughts and manage them with in-the-moment techniques. We can work to identify and tackle them together. Practical feedback often helps to normalize behaviors that are long-standing while helping one move away from shame toward acceptance. Having worked in the field of mental health for over 10 years, my expertise lies in confidence, self worth and self esteem skill building, anxiety and stress management and support with life transitions. Treatment may include but is not limited to strengths based therapy, solution focused therapy, executive functioning management, exposure therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I tailor it to what it is that you need throughout our work together. We make things practical. *I offer in person and virtual therapy. Fees and Insurance: I am licensed to practice and accept clients from the following states: NY, PA, NJ, CT, FL, TX, IL and IN. Though I accept some NY insurance plans only, from time to time, there may be a waitlist if you choose to use insurance. I do not accept out of state insurance but can offer sliding scale if one is experiencing financial hardship. My goal is to make therapy accessible to everyone. If you use out of network benefits, I will provide you with a Superbill for reimbursement but please do check with your insurance company as each plan is different. Please reach out to discuss.

You know how sometimes we examine our situation and wonder how it is that we got here? There's so much going on in the world today. In examining our current state we can experience a mixture of emotions: fear, frustration, and a longing for something different. This is normal. However, sometimes these feelings can become more overwhelming than we would like, and they begin to affect us in different areas of our life such as work, family, and relationships. If you are struggling with anxiety or dealing with a major event in your life, I can help. You have choices when it comes to your career, relationships, and family. I will speak with you openly about your feelings and help you to gain new perspectives and solutions. I work closely with people facing various challenges, including how to deal with grief, a complicated relationship, family, academics, and societal problems. My approach to healing combines traditional therapies with holistic approaches, while drawing on the individual’s spiritual practices and developing new coping strategies.

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Hello, I’m Tova, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. Taking a step toward prioritizing your mental health is a meaningful and courageous act, and I’m honored to support you on this journey. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, relational, and psychodynamic. I strive to build a strong, supportive relationship and help you explore how your past experiences may be influencing your present. I bring warmth, empathy, and curiosity to every session, creating a safe space where you can feel seen, heard, and valued. I integrate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and always work through a trauma-informed lens. Your comfort and emotional safety are my highest priorities. Together, we’ll work collaboratively toward your goals, whether that involves developing self-care practices, managing stress, learning grounding techniques, or any other area that supports your overall well-being. Each session is tailored to your unique experiences, needs, and values, because I believe therapy should be as individual as you are.

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Are you ready to start moving through life authentically and embrace the full experience of being human? Welcome - my name is Sydne and I help individuals who are motivated & curious about looking inwards. We'd be a great fit if: You are wanting to explore who you are on a deeper level or wanting to grow/evolve/adapt in healthy ways, you are eager to heal from past traumas and better understand the dynamics/roles you find yourself in today, and/or you think it would be helpful to have a dedicated safe space to process the high level of baseline stress from being a human in 2025. I specialize in working with adults with difficulties managing stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, spirituality, existentialism, grief, and aging. Please visit my website and/or instagram to get a deeper feel for what it may be like to work with me: www.fullyhumanpsychotherapy.com @sitting_with_sydne

Everyday someone struggles with the idea of whether therapy is the right choice for them. Many people attempt to “push through”, ignore or avoid dealing with issues that may be reoccurring in their life. For some it’s about not wanting to share personal information with a stranger. Other times it’s about fear of trying something new. For many it’s about believing that they can resolve issues without support from others. Some may feel that seeking therapy is a sign of weakness. Oddly enough it takes strength and self awareness to recognize when support may be helpful. The goal of the clinician is always to provide support in a nonjudgmental, non threatening environment. If you’re reading this you have taken the first step toward change. Today is a Perfect Day to start on a journey toward a better you.

We are all hard-wired to feel and to connect to others, yet so many of us are scared of our feelings. We are afraid of being overwhelmed by them and of being dismissed or ignored by others if we share them. It is our fear of feeling and fear of revealing that causes us to experience symptoms of distress and disconnection from ourselves and from each other. In our sessions and through the psychotherapeutic model of AEDP, we focus on getting past this fear in order to fully embrace our feelings. Our work together is not about you simply retelling your story; it's about you embracing and sharing the emotions that come up as you tell it. By learning to be authentic and transparent with your feelings, you will feel calmer and more confident while experiencing deeper connections. Ultimately, your true self will emerge.

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Specializing in fostering empathetic connections, I provide support for clients of all backgrounds. My therapeutic style is characterized by a gentle and welcoming approach, creating a safe and accepting space where clients can explore, heal, and grow. I believe in the power of collaboration and tailor my methods to suit the unique needs of each client. I am trauma-informed and support clients confronting a range of challenges especially if requiring a more AAPI/culturally sensitive approach. I also work with clients navigating religious trauma and challenges, and am able to provide faith-based and/or spiritually sensitive counseling based on client needs. I believe in the client and in the expertise of their experiences. My training and background prioritizes identifying your strengths and prioritizing you as the center of your story and healing. Together, we can work towards growth and change—where you’re supported, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges.

Samantha Cohn is a psychotherapist who is passionate about providing trauma-informed care and creating a safe space for clients to speak freely and work collaboratively to overcome life’s challenges. She works with individuals and couples with a focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, relationship strengthening, and more.

Ella Lasky, PhD is in private practice on the Upper West Side of New York City. In addition to in person visits I also offer virtual telehealth visits. I have been helping individuals and couples become their better selves for 30 years. I am trained in both individual psychodynamic therapy as well as couples counseling and I integrate these modalities with a contemporary and compassionate approach. Dr. Lasky graduated with a certificate in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy from New York University’s prestigious Post-Doctoral Program in Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.    She served on the Board of Directors of their graduate society, The Psychoanalytic Society.  Dr Lasky is a supervisor in the ICP 4 year and 2 year psychotherapy programs. Dr. Lasky has been listed in Who’s Who of American Women multiple times, published 16 articles on various clinical issues in profe My clients benefit from my hands-on, practical approach.  I create, with you, an individualized program that includes key insights and useful tools. My clients find my genuine kindness and empathy for their struggles enormously supportive. It is with a great respect and compassion for your personal story that I will help you to achieve your goals.

Jamron Counseling has been serving neighborhoods throughout North Brooklyn with the goal of providing quality psychotherapeutic services. Our clinicians go beyond the traditional applications of psychotherapy. Whether through the use of art therapy activities, mindfulness exercises, or neurofeedback training we work diligently to help you work towards your best self. We understand that starting therapy can be a personal and sometimes difficult decision. We will never ask that you move at a rate that you are not comfortable. You set the pace of therapy and we work to earn your trust. This philosophy has allowed us to help individuals struggling with a variety of different concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, personal development, and more. Our ultimate goal is help you achieve self-realization and actuation.

Our mission is to extend quality, affordable mental health services to sexual, racial, and gender minorities in New York State. We want to provide a place where people from all walks and life can feel safe and understood while receiving mental health care from a dedicated, nonjudgmental professional. Whatever you are going through right now, our therapists are here for you. We have therapists trained in multiple areas, including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, mood disorders, and more. All of our therapists work from an intersectional and LGBTQ+ affirming framework. We want all of our clients to feel comfortable and understood. If you are looking for a nonjudgmental therapist who truly cares, don’t hesitate to contact us!

We are a team of psychotherapists who blend traditional talk therapy with creative arts therapies and mind-body healing arts to help you feel better, cope better, heal, grow and thrive. Whether you choose to work with us in Talk Therapy, Art Therapy, Dance-Movement Therapy, Yoga Therapy, or a combination, our aim is to provide a refuge for you to express, explore and discover your deepest truths, gain clarity and build resilience, find balance and direction, and to live more authentically, with more courage and connection, presence, purpose and passion. Our primary goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and met. An inclusive, anti-racist, culturally humble, LGBTQ+ allied, welcoming-to-all environment is step one. We are here for you and would be honored to join you on your path.

Please note that my practice is currently virtual (telehealth, phone and video) with an anticipated return to an office in January 2022 for resumption of face-to-face sessions.

Therapy is not about “fixing” you, it’s about understanding you. You are not broken-you are human. Being human means experiencing various complex feelings that can be difficult to navigate and understand, especially on your own. No matter what life throws you, you do not have to go through it alone. As a therapist, I aim to create a space where you feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely heard in a judgement free environment. Together, we can collaborate to help you reach a place of self-improvement and understanding through recognizing behavior patterns, processing complex emotions, and exploring solutions to any challenges you may be facing. When working with me, you can expect a relationship rooted in trust, empathy, and openness. Whether you need a space to process, vent, reflect, or simply breathe-I will meet you where you are at. I will show up for you authentically, even if it means gently challenging you and confronting obstacles head on. There is no rush when it comes to your progress. Think of me in the passenger seat and you are the driver-you are the expert of your life and your voice matters most. Nearly ten years ago, I began my personal journey with therapy during a time of major life transitions. What stayed with me was the feeling of unconditional support and understanding I received. For the first time, I felt truly seen and encouraged to be vulnerable. This experience sparked a sense of strength and empowerment in me that I strive to help my clients discover within themselves.