Therapists for college students near New York University

I’m a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) and former corporate attorney, now based in New York City. I work with students, young professionals, and emerging leaders who often feel capable and accomplished on the outside but unsettled or stuck internally. I provide depth-oriented, relational therapy, helping clients explore patterns in relationships, identity, and emotional life. My work is informed by attachment, parts-based approaches (IFS), and somatic awareness, with extensive experience supporting trauma survivors. In our work together, I aim to create a reflective, safe space where you can explore what’s really behind the surface of your experiences, without manuals, homework, or pressure. I pay close attention to the relational dynamics between us, while giving you room to wander and discover. I work with adults, couples, and emerging adults, and I also facilitate two small support groups: one for male survivors of childhood sexual abuse and one for new therapists navigating their early clinical work.

College can feel like a constant balancing act between expectations, relationships, and the pressure to have it all figured out. I specialize in working with high-achieving individuals who look successful on the outside but privately struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, and self-doubt. Many of my clients are insightful and self-aware–they know why they feel the way they do, but that insight alone hasn’t been enough to shift how they feel. My approach focuses on helping you reconnect with your emotional experiences as valuable sources of information, not something to fix or avoid. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the overthinking so you can feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally resilient. Clients describe me as warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. I create a space where you can feel both deeply supported and gently challenged. If this resonates, I’d love to connect for a free consultation.

For 30+ years, I've helped adults recover from complex trauma, developmental and attachment trauma, narcissistic and psychopathic abuse, addictive disorders, emotional neglect and chronic relationship difficulties. My clients are insightful, motivated individuals struggling with codependency, dissociation, or the lasting effects of childhood trauma. Through trauma-informed psychodynamic therapy we identify and transform the survival patterns that once protected you but now limit your life. Healing fosters regulation and safety, allowing the parts of yourself exiled by fear, neglect, betrayal, and chronic adaptation to be reclaimed. I integrate psychodynamic, relational, and trauma-informed therapy with attachment theory, somatic awareness, neuroscience, mindfulness, and spiritual exploration. My goal is not simply symptom relief, but helping you create a cohesive, authentic life aligned with your deepest values and fullest potential. Therapy is a collaborative process grounded in curiosity, compassion and respect. Together we excavate the deeper origins of your emotional suffering while developing practical tools for nervous system regulation, healthier relationships, and lasting change. Even when trauma has shaped your life new patterns of safety, connection, and vitality can emerge.

It's getting more and more difficult to resist your compulsions. You're getting upset with yourself for not having enough "willpower." You're having frightening thoughts about yourself and others. Thoughts that scare you or contradict your values and who you are as a person. You experience self-hate every time you give into a compulsion. You're exhausted by your own mental and/or physical compulsions. You struggle to trust yourself and often experience shame surrounding your thoughts. You keep it all to yourself because you fear that others will judge you or betray you. Simultaneously, you need emotional support more than ever. My clinical training includes a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University and a master's degree in Clinical Social work from Hunter College. I utilize ERP, the gold standard for OCD, CBT, and solution-focused therapy. I also provide mindfulness tools to help clients increase awareness around behaviors. I work collaboratively with my clients, using my clinical background and their knowledge of self and am grateful to witness them transform into versions of themselves that they never thought were possible. It is a privilege to be allowed into the minds and hearts of my clients. I welcome you to reach out for a free consultation to see if we're a good fit.

I’m Mirla Jimenez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist dedicated to helping adults and children navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and the emotional patterns that often stem from early life experiences. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and grounded in cultural awareness. I focus on creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore difficult emotions, understand your patterns, and develop tools that truly help you thrive. Clients often come to me looking for clarity, emotional steadiness, and a deeper connection to themselves and others. In our work together, you can expect compassion, collaboration, and practical strategies you can use in your daily life. My aim is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered as you move toward a more grounded and fulfilling version of yourself. I use evidence-based practices while also tailoring therapy to each individual’s needs. Whether you’re managing high stress, healing from emotional neglect, working through conflict in relationships, or trying to build healthier boundaries, my goal is to meet you where you are and guide you toward meaningful, sustainable change.

Maybe you're feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—racing thoughts that won't quiet, relationships that feel disconnected, or parts of yourself that don't quite fit together. You might be navigating questions about identity, carrying the weight of past experiences, or simply longing for a deeper sense of authenticity and ease. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting adults—particularly those in emerging adulthood and LGBTQ+ communities—through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and identity exploration. I am attuned to how systems, intersectional identities, and early relational dynamics shape the way we understand ourselves and others. My style is warm, present, collaborative, playful, and direct. Drawing from AEDP, IFS, and psychodynamic approaches, I help you make meaningful connections between past and present, deepen your relationship to your emotions, and give voice to parts of yourself that may feel cast aside. By approaching your inner world with gentleness and curiosity, you can shift belief systems that feel fixed and discover a way of being with yourself that feels spacious and compassionate. If you're ready to develop this kind of relationship with yourself, I'd be honored to support you on that journey. Reach out to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.

Change, roadblocks, and traumas are inevitable parts of life, but they do not have to derail us. You can develop a more robust perspective, and healthier coping strategies to overcome obstacles and live the life you deserve. It is my privilege to assist you in this journey. I am offering a safe and judgment-free zone that will help to find your way. Together, we will discover and implement the most suitable tools for you and empower you to meet your goals. I understand how changes and stress may impact you. I moved to New York 10 years ago, and I hold master’s degrees from Fordham University School of Law and Graduate School of Social Services. My experience made me more empathetic and enhanced my mindset. I will not only provide you with thoughtful insight and constructive feedback but also challenge you. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness to address your concerns and develop healthier& more adaptive coping strategies.I focus on helping people work through anxiety, depression, chronic stress, burnout, and traumas. I can’t wait to see your path in healing and improve the quality of your life!

Whether you’re struggling with past trauma, adjusting to life transitions, or seeking guidance in the face of adversity, I offer a safe, supportive environment to explore your experiences and work towards your goals. I am passionate about providing a space where healing can begin, and personal growth is always possible. If you're ready to take the first step toward understanding and overcoming life's obstacles, I am here to guide and support you every step of the way.

I create a comfortable, nonjudgmental space with a conversational style and room for humor when it feels right. I take a flexible, collaborative approach, tailoring therapy to each client’s unique needs. I work with teens, women, and LGBTQ+ clients navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and mood disorders. My goal is to foster a safe, supportive relationship where you feel empowered to explore, grow, and create meaningful change.

As a therapist, I take a collaborative and supportive approach with my clients. I work with students facing anxiety and depression—whether tied to academic pressures or other factors—as well as those managing chronic illnesses or disabilities. I also support students who are navigating relationship challenges with friends, family, or romantic partners, and those going through significant life transitions. College is a time of profound change, often sparking a desire to explore who we are—our past, our present, and the person we hope to become.

MindView Therapy is a behavioral health practice providing therapy for adults across New York and Indiana. We work with people managing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, and related concerns. Care is delivered by licensed clinicians through secure telehealth, with structured intake, treatment planning, and measurement-based care so progress is tracked, not assumed. Clients are seen by clinicians who fit their needs and schedule, typically within days rather than weeks. We accept a range of commercial insurance plans and verify benefits before the first session so clients know their cost up front. MindView was built for people who want therapy that is organized, professional, and actually moves them forward.

Meaningful therapy should help you understand yourself better and help you make changes you wish to make in your life. If you choose to work with me, you will find me to be non-judgmental, empathic, authentic and direct. My style is interactive. I focus on the here-and-now but also take into account earlier experiences as I believe they can have an impact on thinking and behavior. Perhaps you are seeking to understand or work through difficult emotions, identify and change negative thinking or behavior, learn healthier ways of coping or heal from the past. If so, I encourage you to set up a complimentary 15 minute consultation to see if I may be a good fit for your work in therapy.

We have been an outpatient mental health provider for New York City and the state of New York, and our groups have grown to 80 plus therapists. We are one of the few group practices in offering specialized psychotherapy services for adults, teens, children, couples, and families and have availability for immediate scheduling. Our therapists have specialized training in CBT, DBT, ACT, Substance Abuse Counseling, Mindfulness, EMDR, Humanistic and Integrative approaches, trauma, Family Systems, Psychodynamics, Person-Centered Therapy, child play, etc. and we handle both moderate to high risk clients including, self-harmers ,mandated cases, illness/ cancer diagnosis, grief/loss, brain injury, addiction, suicidal ideation, lower functioning clientele, high risk, couples, family, PTSD, OCD, substance abuse, agoraphobia, ADHD, mood disorders, LGBTQ, child/adolescent, developmental & physical disabilities, family systems, infertility, behavioral issues, anxiety/depression, personality disorders, psychiatric medication tapering support, borderline personality disorder, domestic violence, transgender, gastric sleeve, to name a few, etc. and we have many groups including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (for self-harmers and Borderline Personality patients), men’s group, trauma group, single parent support group, anger management group, and an LGBTQ/eating disorder group to name a few. We are well established and well known in Manhattan as a solution-focused team of providers offering evidence-based outpatient mental health care and we have immediate availability when clients call for services. The group include LMHC’s and MHC-LP, CASAC, PsyD , and PhD in mental health. Incorporation of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Clinical Work: We have a multicultural staff who are LGBTQ-aligned. We have many languages at Talk, such as Hebrew, Spanish, Turkish, Hindu, Urdu, Greek, Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese, Mandarin/Chinese, Cantonese, Serb-Croatian, Italian, Bahasa Indonesia, Malayalam, Romanian, French, Russian, Italian, Portuguese, Korean, Tagalog, Cebuano, Persian, to name a few. We are expanding due to the high demand for mental health needs in NYC.

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.

I’m a generalist clinician who helps clients explore and shift patterns that no longer serve them. I work with individuals navigating OCD, anxiety, grief, loss, and life transitions, including college students, young adults, and families adjusting to change. I offer a calm, collaborative space focused on your goals, using evidence-informed approaches like CBT to build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and support meaningful change. With over 20 years of experience and a Master’s in Social Work from Roberts Wesleyan University, I look forward to working with you.

Working with me is a collaborative experience. I like to think of it as a road trip. You’re in the driver’s seat. I’m in the passenger seat, helping navigate. You tell me what you’re seeing. What feels confusing. What feels overwhelming. What feels stuck. And together, we figure out where you actually want to go. Sometimes we’ll take a left into childhood, family dynamics, and old stories that shaped you. Sometimes we’ll take a right into present-day tools, boundaries, communication skills, and routines. You’re the expert in your life, what has worked, what hasn’t and what is important to you now. I bring my psych knowledge, tools, and experience with clients. When we combine these. We can get you where you want to go. People say education is power and I agree, but information alone is useless. When I use my education, it’s not to lecture, instead it’s to empower you to challenge you to integrate it. Once you understand what’s happening in your mind and body, you’re not just reacting anymore. You’re choosing. Sometimes I’ll challenge you. Sometimes you’ll challenge me. That’s part of real collaboration. When I work with someone, I’m committed to this process with you. I’ll show up fully, adapt to who you are, and push you compassionately toward growth. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s take this road trip together.

MJDanis Therapy works with a range of age groups and therapeutic needs. We specialize in working with those needing help with the following (but not limited to): PTSD/Trauma, Sexuality, Kink and Sex, LGBTQ+ Experiences, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Depression, Panic Attacks, Identity, Grief, Aging, Anger, Addiction, Attachment, and Interpersonal. Therapy is collaborative and non-judgmental. Individual Couples Group Family Experience working with the LGBTQ+ communities and have training in understanding the many complex intersectionalities such as racism or sexism.

I tend to work best with college students and young adults who look “high-functioning” on the outside but feel overwhelmed on the inside. Many of the students I see are smart, reflective, and trying hard — yet struggling with anxiety, mood swings, burnout, panic, or a constant feeling of pressure to perform or hold everything together. You might feel stuck between who you were expected to be and who you’re becoming. You may overthink conversations, feel emotionally exhausted, struggle with motivation, or feel disconnected from yourself or others. Some students I work with have experienced past stress or trauma that still shows up in their body — through anxiety, sleep issues, emotional shutdown, or feeling on edge — even if “nothing bad” seems to be happening now. In therapy, we move at your pace. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear goal right away. My approach is supportive, curious, and collaborative — focused on helping you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and develop tools that actually feel usable in real life. Therapy with me is a space to slow down, feel less alone, and build steadiness during a demanding and uncertain chapter of life. I will be getting credentialed with additional insurances and accepting private pay-please feel free to check back or reach out if you have any additional questions or concerns.

I specialize in working with people who experience intense emotions like anxiety, sadness, or anger in response to life changes or adjustments. If you're looking for a psychologist who incorporates evidence-based practices while flexibly tailoring treatment to meet your unique problems and background, you've come to the right place! Whether you want to stop worrying or feel more confident, we'll consider how your inner emotional world interacts with the greater cultural context surrounding you. Let's meet if you're open to changing your thoughts, habits and perspective- or simply want someone to understand your point of view!