Therapists for college students near Boston, MA
Josclyn M.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Massachusetts. I am certified in Integrative Mental Health (CIMHP), DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). I specialize in anxiety, trauma/PTSD, life coaching, school and career planning, prenatal and postpartum care, chronic illness and pain, as well as family challenges. I create an open relaxed environment, and my communication style is focused and direct. The client directs the session with what they feel is the most important issue to discuss and I gently guide them with a solution-focused approach.
Thandika Brown, Psy.D.
You’ve been wondering why you do & feel the things you do—why specific behaviors keep repeating, why you feel stuck, no matter how much you try to change. You’ve done the self-help books, the podcasts, maybe a few short-term therapy stints, but you still find yourself repeating the same patterns. I help curious, motivated people ready to go deeper than symptom management. Together, we’ll explore the hidden patterns, emotional blocks, & past experiences that still shape your present. Our work will be thoughtful & challenging in the best way — the kind of therapy that helps you grow in ways you didn’t know were possible. My approach blends Psychodynamic Therapy with elements of CBT, DBT, Black feminist theory, empowerment, and sociopolitical thought. This allows us to work at both a deep, exploratory level and a practical, skill-based level, always tailored to you. Therapy can be challenging at times—it asks you to face yourself honestly—but it can also be profoundly enriching and life-changing. I work best with clients who are ready to commit to weekly, twice-weekly, or thrice-weekly sessions, so we can create the momentum & depth needed for real transformation. If you’re ready to begin that journey, send me an email.
Forge Yourself Counseling
Looking to carve your own path? Perhaps get help from someone who can assist you with stress? If so, I provide comfortable, competent, and most importantly, an insightful therapy. I work with a plethora of diagnoses, and my ideal client is someone who is willing to try and to trust the process of getting better. Everyone’s road looks different and I’d like to help you traverse that path. I come from a martial arts background and my approach to therapy is the same: practice achieves mastery and perfect practice achieves it. Forge yourself a better tomorrow. Friday slots open, free 15 min consult to meet and see if we’re a good fit.
Linda Dunphy
Pror to going into private practice, I worked at UMass Boston for almost 30 years. I have worked with students, both "traditional' and 'non-traditional' - toward academic and personal goals - for most of my profesional life. Please see my web site for more information about my approach and and my areas of practice.
Aviv
Alex (he/him) is a Mental Health Counselor who believes that everyone’s voice deserves to be heard and that we have the ability to thrive when proper attention is given to our mind, body, and soul. Oftentimes, our voices are buried underneath preconceived notions bestowed upon us from others and even ourselves. Alex has a passion for working with individuals to discover their voice, explore and evaluate their values, examine their personal and professional relationships, and ultimately help people find peace within the context of their lives. Alex utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach using skills obtained from a plethora of working environments. While primarily utilizing a strength based, person-centered approach, Alex is also proficient in the teachings of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Systems therapy, among other modalities. Alex utilizes these approaches to help individuals assess their needs and identify which strategies may be most fruitful.
Hanna Vaughn
Welcome to my practice! As a body-size inclusive therapist aligned with Health at Every Size®, I specialize in providing compassionate support for OCD, trauma, and disordered eating. I offer individual online therapy to individuals in Western Massachusetts and throughout the state, focusing on your unique towards healing and well-being.
Through The Trees Therapy, LLC
***We currently have a waitlist for new clients, but would be happy to add you to it if you would like us to reach out to you once we have an opening available!*** Through The Trees Therapy, LLC is a team of licensed mental health counselors that provide personalized, high-quality care for children, teens, and adults. Our clients describe us as kind, understanding, and non-judgmental. We believe that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses, and sometimes we just need the help and guidance of someone else to help us uncover what they are and help us navigate what they mean. Our team values individualized care and evidenced-based practice and believes each client's situation is unique. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and safe environment for clients to develop stronger bonds, new perspectives, and a better quality of life. We also believe that progress is not linear, and we will support our clients through every hurdle along their processing journey. We want each client to leave feeling empowered, more understood, and more supported. We know taking the first step to reach out to a therapist can be a difficult one, but our hope is that together we can collaboratively create a space for you to feel empowered and in control of your life again. Contact us to see if we're the right fit for you!
Liam Lattrell
Life through any transitional stage is difficult, and college is certainly not an exception. I aim to help students find their way through an often challenging period of time. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, a lack of meaning or direction, substance misuse, or relationship issues, I will provide you with a warm space to process these issues and attempt to deeply see and understand your struggle. I value more than any other clinical skill, my ability to listen. Being truly seen and understood is often a catalyst for change and growth.
Steven Freed
Are you facing overwhelming challenges in your life? Do you find it difficult to manage stress, regulate your emotions, or maintain healthy relationships? Have you experienced setbacks in your journey towards personal growth and well-being? I am a licensed psychologist with over 10 years working with adults from all backgrounds to help recover from trauma, addictions, and other mental health difficulties. I prioritize evidence-based treatments to provide you with the most effective support. I draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and other proven modalities that have shown success in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns .However, I firmly believe that therapy should be tailored to your unique needs. It's important to honor your individual experiences, values, and goals throughout your therapeutic journey. My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in the belief that clients are the experts of their own experiences. I actively listen and collaborate with clients, fostering a trusting and empathetic therapeutic relationship. By providing a supportive space for self-reflection and exploration, I empower clients to find their own solutions, build resilience, and achieve personal growth.
Jessica F Baptist
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step towards finding support. Identifying a therapist who you feel can best support and encourage you can be a considerable undertaking. It is important to me to provide clients with authentic, non-judgmental and compassionate care that helps facilitate the adjustments you wish to see in your life. I am experienced with individual therapy, couples therapy, as well as family therapy. I also have a significant amount of experience working with late aged adolescents and young adults. Feel free to contact me with questions you may have or to set up a 15-minute consultation. I look forward to hearing from you.
Erica DiMare
Erica DiMare is a licensed mental health counselor in Massachusetts offering telehealth therapy for adults with a variety of mental health challenges. Erica has experience working with neurodiverse populations (ADHD/ASD/AuDHD), as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She uses a strengths-based and supportive approach to help clients create meaningful change in their lives. (Please note: Practice hours are limited to Monday/Tuesday afternoons at this time. This will change in early 2026. Some flexibility in scheduling on a week-by-week basis. Not all insurances are listed; will check via Alma for insurance benefits. Rates can be discussed if out of pocket.)
College Transition Counseling
College Transition Counseling is a service designed to provide highly individualized and flexible digital and tele teletherapy counseling services to young adults as they prepare for college, during college and as they transition from college to their career. We specialize in helping students adjust to college living, managing their health, mental health and overall wellness. Our counselors are there every step of the way, helping students develop practical coping skills and positive lifestyle habits will positively impact their future.
Theresa James
College can be one of the most exciting chapters of your life, but also one of the most overwhelming. Between academic pressure, relationship changes, identity exploration, family dynamics, and the constant push to “have it all together,” it’s easy to feel stretched thin or even lost. I’m Theresa, a licensed therapist who specializes in helping college students just like you find clarity, balance, and real coping tools in the midst of it all. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, or just need a safe space to unpack life, this space was created with you in mind. Therapy isn’t about having a diagnosis, it’s about having a space. A space where you can be honest without judgment, process what’s heavy, and learn how to thrive, not just survive. If you’re ready to feel more like you, let’s talk. You don’t have to figure this all out on your own.
Emily Pfannenstiel (Love)
My name is Emily and I am a practicing psychotherapist with a passion for holistic healing and empowering you to live a life you love. I enjoy working with women and have spent a lot of time working with survivors of trauma, learning and thinking about family planning, helping clients navigate their many meaningful relationships, and determining better ways to heal mood and anxiety symptoms. I am trained in CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness practices. I'll follow your lead throughout this process. You are the expert in your life. I love what I do, and I take my job to help you grow very seriously. We're in this together. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in psychology and art at Connecticut College before obtaining my Masters from Columbia University in counseling psychology. I trained individually with Harvard's meditation advisor. I've also taught and engaged in psychological research investigating mood, sleep, human development, and the nature of the therapeutic relationship. My practice is run out of my offices in Providence, RI and in Mystic, CT or by your choice of phone or video. Visit my website to learn more, and to inquire about working together.
Carline Paul
Hello, I’m Carline, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth care to students across Massachusetts. I offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and brief supportive therapy in a welcoming, respectful space where your identity and experiences matter. I work with students experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, attention and focus difficulties (including ADHD), sleep issues, mood changes, and challenges related to academic pressure or life transitions. I understand that students come from many different backgrounds and face a wide range of challenges, and I strive to provide care that is accessible, culturally sensitive, and tailored to your needs. My approach is collaborative and supportive, with clear communication and shared decision-making. Whether you are new to mental health care or seeking continued support, I am here to help you reach your goals, reduce stigma, and feel confident in the care you receive.
Carrie Eichmann
I believe we all grow and heal differently. Sometimes it's through exercise, music, quality time with loved ones or the occasional tv marathon; and sometimes it's through the relationship created in therapy where your whole self can be seen without judgment or shame. I support high schoolers, college & graduate students, and adults dealing with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, major life & relationship transitions, identity development, as well as those seeking an edge in sport/mental performance. I bring an honest, curious, and eclectic approach, striving to make therapy flexible and interactive. I am solution-focused, often combining IFS and CBT with motivational enhancement, mind-body integration, mindfulness, and positive psychology. I aim to highlight and expand your compassion, courage, confidence, and coping skills. If you are adjusting to something new, discovering who you are, or motivated to make a meaningful change, let's dive in. Together, we will work towards harnessing your inner strengths while mending the parts that make life feel challenging. I look forward to greeting you with patience, acceptance, and warmth.
Susana Rodriguez
I enjoy providing a compassionate, emotionally-attuned space for you to understand how earlier life experiences have influenced your thoughts, feelings and behaviors- whether you are embarking on your own self-discovery journey, navigating a difficult life transition, processing a painful past experience, or managing persistent thoughts and feelings that you are unsure how to change. Drawing from my own experience as a first-generation queer Latinx, I strive to create an accessible, inclusive and validating space in which you can explore your own authenticity and cultivate your own empowerment. I work with you to integrate your physical and cognitive experiences- identifying patterns that stand in the way of the life you desire. In addition, I utilize EMDR, CBT and solution-focused techniques to support your transition from thought to action.
Allison Wilcox
I'm an experienced mental health counselor who meets you where you're at. I have a strong background in trauma focused and substance use work and have worked with clients from many cultures and backgrounds. I have a variety of experience with multiple areas of treatment modalities including issues of sexuality and identity working strongly with diverse communities. My approach is person centered focusing on your strengths as a tool to motivate change. I use a holistic perspective focusing on the whole person physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I am proficient in multiple evidenced based modalities including CBT, DBT, Solution focused, motivational interviewing, trauma informed CBT, mindfulness practice, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
Cassandra Goojha
Hello and welcome! I am a psychotherapist licensed in New York and Massachusetts with over ten years of experience in NYC. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from New York University and Bachelors in Psychology from The New School. As a therapist specializing in psychodynamic therapy, I provide a warm and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences openly to gain a deeper understanding of your inner world. Speaking freely in therapy fosters an environment where new thoughts can emerge, leading to transformative change and personal growth. I have experience supporting clients through a wide range of issues, including depression, grief, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, OCD, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. I take an integrative and personalized approach. I believe a positive and supportive relationship with a therapist can help us gain insight, develop self-compassion, and navigate the challenges of life. I provide in-depth talk therapy and integrate techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness practices. I am currently pursuing post-graduate clinical training in Psychoanalysis. During our initial consultation, I will guide you through the process and discuss your hopes for therapy. My goal is to support you in creating an enriching and fulfilling life based on your values. I am a trauma-informed, social justice oriented, and LGBTQIA+ affirming provider.
Molly Giorgio
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