Therapists for college students near Rice University
Many of the college students I work with are balancing classes, jobs, relationships, and questions about who they are—and that can feel overwhelming. I often help students who are navigating academic stress, identity changes, and family expectations, while also working to feel more confident and handle life’s challenges without burning out. As a Latino and LGBTQ+ therapist, I understand how culture, family, and identity can shape your college experience and sometimes add extra pressure. In our work together, I use proven counseling methods like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to give you practical tools for managing emotions and relationships. I create a safe, welcoming space where your whole self is valued, and where you can explore who you are, challenge old beliefs, and build skills to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Hello, I am Angel Smith a Licensed Masters Social Worker. I attended The University of Texas-at Arlington where I received my master’s degree in social work, and I am licensed in the state of Texas to practice. I have experience working with severe mental illness, children and families, autism, adolescents, at risk youth, LGBTQIA+, homelessness and substance use. I have compassion for working with individuals and families facing life adversities, I’m here to educated and provide support while validating feelings and help you reach the higher version of yourself. When engaging you will be welcomed into a non-judgmental environment where you are not only seen but heard. With assuring confidentiality, I will meet where you at on your journey making the environment comfortable to engage and speak open and honestly. I look forward to working with you as we navigate ways to problem solving solutions and lifelong skill developing tools and techniques to overcome life challenges. I look forward to working together within the therapeutic relationship to assist you on the journey to better self, with healing and meeting emotional goals while improving overall health and well-being.
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**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.
Welcome to Cedar, a private practice formed to provide affirming, inclusive, and compassionate care to every client. My clients are often exhausted from trying to fit the mold of what others or the world expects of them, burdened by controlling intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, and cycles of maladaptive coping strategies. I strive for every client to feel empowered and capable of against the inner critic and breaking free from patterns of behavior that no longer serve them. I specialize in the counsel of folks battling eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, body dysmorphia, anxiety, and life stress. My approach to therapy is grounded in cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral therapeutic modalities, with incorporations of the feminist approach. I have also been trained in and offer exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP) for OCD treatment. I practice from a weight-inclusive, intuitive eating, Health at Every Size approach, helping individuals heal their relationships with food, their bodies, and movement. I am also passionate about counseling and supporting the following communities: LGBTQ+, sex workers, and athletes. I work to foster a compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship full of warmth and humor. I recognize that every client is unique with their own needs and goals, celebrating diversity is central to my practice's values. Therapy is collaborative processes and it takes courage to reach out, I look forward to working together!
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Hello! My name is Peter Wilkins, and I offer treatment for a variety of life problems, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma recovery, substance abuse, and other life stressors. If you are looking for help, I am ready when you are. I provide therapy both in-person and online. I also offer a free initial consultation!
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Hi, I’m Dr. Beverly Benoit, and I’m dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and families navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and break cycles of generational trauma. With experience supporting individuals from age 4 through adulthood, I offer a trauma-informed, developmentally sensitive space where young clients can explore their emotions, strengthen their sense of self, and thrive. My therapeutic approach is rooted in the understanding that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and intergenerational trauma shape both the emotional and relational landscapes of our lives. Healing begins with attunement—whether that means helping a child make sense of big feelings, guiding a teen through identity and self-worth challenges, or supporting families in rebuilding trust and emotional safety. In addition to child and adolescent therapy, I offer family therapy and marriage counseling. I view the health of the family system as foundational to a child's well-being, and I help caregivers and couples improve communication, navigate transitions, and create secure attachments. As a clinician certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT), I tailor evidence-based interventions to each client’s developmental stage and emotional needs. I also incorporate insights from my doctoral research, including the development of Socio-Motivational Systems Theory, a framework designed to address the specific needs of children experiencing racialized trauma by integrating trauma-informed care with motivational and systemic strategies. At Kinder Mind, I strive to meet every client exactly where they are—with empathy, creativity, and cultural humility—empowering them to grow into confident, emotionally healthy individuals. Areas of Expertise: Child Therapy (Ages 4–18) Trauma and PTSD Family Therapy and Parenting Support Marriage Counseling Emotional Regulation, Anxiety, and Depression Grief, Bereavement, and Hospice Family Support Behavioral Issues in Children and Teens I’d be honored to support your family on its path toward healing and connection. We’ll build the skills and strategies needed for a healthier, more empowered future. Now accepting clients in Texas, Massachusetts, and Virginia.
Dr. Rademan starts treatment with a thorough and detailed inventory of life experiences that could be contributing to current concerns. She also explores body pain and chronic health concerns as those can be impacted by trauma and emotional wounding. Just like with physical health, mental health can be impacted by earlier 'injuries' that flare up later in life. Many people have been in and out of therapy throughout their life and haven't found sustained relief due to not healing the root issue or concern. At the foundation of treatment, Dr. Rademan utilizes a trauma and cognitive focused framework. Trauma is not only major violence or death, but can also be a loss of a relationship, not getting your needs met when you were a child, or ongoing major stressors. Trauma can be described as anything that significantly changed the way you view yourself or the world.
Hi! I am a licensed professional counselor and graduate of Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. I also hold a Master degree in School Counseling. My pursuit of a counseling degree began after 9 years of teaching elementary students. That experience helped me come to terms with my passion for students to succeed in every aspect of their lives.
Through over 20 years of practice I have found that people usually seek therapy because they are experiencing something that is too difficult to bear without additional help and support. Life can seem unjust when bad things happen to good people, or when best efforts are not leading to desired outcomes. These challenges are opportunities for renewal and growth. Especially during a time of crisis or transition, the ability to safely connect and openly share thoughts and feelings, while receiving genuine emotional support, clarifying insights, and effective tools for coping can be truly life changing. This is the gift of therapy. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorders (such as OCD, tic disorders, hair pulling, skin picking and hoarding). I use evidence-based treatment models (ERP, HRT, CBT and EMDR). Research tells us that the therapeutic relationship is a critical factor in determining outcomes, so finding a therapist who is right for you is key. Call for a free 15 minute phone consultation so that you can interview me and decide if I'm a good fit.
I am licensed in Texas, Maine, and Oregon with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. I am a holistic therapist and work on helping you by finding ways to recover using skills to improve your Mind, Body, and Spirit. I am also very interested in hearing your story and finding the origins of the problems you are having.
Dr. Kelly Richardson with your Convenience Care is here to support you. Do you ever feel like you can't get through one single day without feeling incredibly overwhelmed? Do you ever feel hyper focused on everything or can't focus at all? Do you struggle to enjoy things you used to like? Do you feel like everything is incredibly hard no matter what you do? If any of these seem familiar it may be time to contact mental health provider like Dr. Richardson. Together we will come up with a unique plan to help you recognize mental health conditions and ways to heal finding your healthier happier self.
Licensed in Connecticut, Texas, and Virginia. Seeking help takes courage. As a licensed professional counselor and board certified art therapist I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate change. My approach is strength based, client-centered, and holistically grounded. As an art therapist, clients have the option to engage in art therapy. No experience with art required. The creative process, artwork, and discussion create space to integrate fractured pieces of the mind, body, and spirit. Traditional counseling is also available. Licensed in Connecticut, Texas, and Virginia. Seeking help takes courage. As a licensed professional counselor and board certified art therapist I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate change. View 7 Photos My approach is strength based, client-centered, and holistically grounded. As an art therapist, clients have the option to engage in art therapy. No experience with art required. The creative process, artwork, and discussion create space to integrate fractured pieces of the mind, body, and spirit. Traditional counseling is also available. I've worked with individuals across the lifespan from outpatient to inpatient levels of care. I specialize in people living with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, bereavement, veterans, those searching for fluidity with life transitions, to develop more intuitive coping skills, or folks seeking space to empower and define themselves.
Anxiety doesn't have to control you. We'll help you rapidly reclaim your life from panic attacks, anxiety, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Dr. Ashton is a clinical psychologist with over 20 Years of experience in treating the full spectrum of anxiety disorders, mild to severe. We use only evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure response prevention (ERP) to get you feeling better fast.
I am so glad you stopped by! I am eager to work with college students, like yourself, and have a background in working with both undergrad and grad students in the Dallas area. In therapy, I offer a safe and confidential relationship, where you can hope to gain self-esteem, relevant skills, and personal strength, learning to more fully trust yourself and others. A great deal of my clients are wrestling with depression, anxiety, and self-worth due to family/childhood issues and relational struggles that tend to become more apparent once they have entered college. Together, we dig into these hard conversations and I help you relate differently to anxiety, pain, fear, and sadness, while also coming alongside you in creating the life you desire. Finding a therapist you connect with is an important aspect of effective therapy. I will serve you with respect and empathy while encouraging you in your personal journey of growth. I am both honored and committed to meeting you where you are, learning where you want to go, and helping you find the best way there. I hope to talk to you soon!
Students come to me for help with: • Overthinking, anxiety, and academic stress • Identity questions and major decision-making • Relationship issues, breakups, and trust concerns • Trauma recovery and emotional regulation • Motivation, procrastination, and learning healthier habits
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