Therapists for college students near Boston, MA

I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Adult Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience. I treat Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD and Bipolar Disorder. My approach is integrative and collaborative with a focus on each individual’s unique experiences, needs, and treatment goals. Whether you’re facing life changes, coping with a complex diagnosis, or exploring medication options, my goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free environment where you can feel safe to heal, grow, and move forward.

It can be hard to know when to call a therapist. Have you found yourself thinking the below thoughts? -There is something wrong with me -I don't understand the way I am feeling -No one understands me -This isn't supposed to be the way my college experience is -I just can't handle these feelings of sadness/stress/anxiety If so, it sounds like you could benefit from talking to a therapist. Life is hard and therapy can be an effective tool to help navigate life's difficulties. As your therapist, I will sit with you and listen as you share your struggles and we will make sense of things. Together, we can figure out how you are unintentionally "getting in your own way" and also recognize the ways you are helping yourself thrive (but perhaps hadn't even realized it!). I'll teach you about your emotions, the mind-body connection and the relationship between thoughts-feelings-behaviors. This information will help you learn new and better ways to help yourself when you are feeling overwhelmed with your emotions and life challenges. Sounds like this could be helpful? Send me an email, we can schedule a 15 min phone call where I can answer your questions and we can get started.

You have learned how to survive and be strong, and still it can feel heavy. This is a space where all parts of you are welcome, without judgment. If you are feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or emotionally drained, or struggling with your sense of self, identity, or relationships, you are in the right place. In our work together, I will support you in building healthy coping skills and moving toward meaningful, lasting change. You are the expert of your own life. You can show up as you are to speak your truth, laugh, cry, curse, or simply be. Progress in therapy looks different for everyone. For you, it could be feeling more insightful and equipped to manage daily life’s stressors. It could be having more patience and tolerance for others. It could be feeling more supported, confident, calm, and/or optimistic. It could be feeling like you have a greater sense of stability, and purpose. As a trauma survivor, I know how brave it is to start therapy. You matter. You are important. You deserve a peaceful and fulfilling life where you feel more empowered and in control. You do not have to face this journey alone. We will do it together, at your own pace, with practical strategies, real progress, and true healing.

Navigating OCD, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions can be emotionally and physically draining. There is little more frustrating than thinking and behaving in the same ways despite knowing they contribute to these issues and other debilitating symptoms. Therapy is a place to safely explore the thoughts, behaviors, and relationships that are interfering with living a more fulfilling and rewarding life. I am a trained OCD specialist and an active member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). I have extensive experience working with college undergrad and graduate students from my time as a counselor at the University of Colorado, Boulder and at Bryant University. Working directly on a college campus has provided me with a unique understanding of the intersection between academics and mental health, as well as how to navigate many campus systems best. Currently, in my private practice, I work with college students from the many different colleges in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Colorado. The majority of clients that I work with are navigating Anxiety or OCD and Related Disorders. My clinical approach to therapy is grounded in ERP, ACT, and CBT. I believe therapy is built around compassion, respect, and trust. I look forward to connecting with you and exploring how we can collaboratively achieve your treatment goals. Send me an email, give me a call, or visit my website (www.smithlicsw.com) to set up an appointment. If you are struggling and are tired of trying to handle things alone, please do not hesitate to get in touch. * I provide telehealth services to clients in Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Illinois, Vermont, and Colorado.*

Hi, I am a licensed mental health counselor and a school psychologist. I have enjoyed working with adolescents in group, outpatient, and school settings. In my practice, I encourage building self-awareness and coping strategies that can support your well-being and a healthy lifestyle.

At Triad Psychotherapy, we believe in empowering you to heal from trauma, develop skills to manage your emotions, and live the life you’ve always wanted. If you experienced a difficult upbringing and find yourself struggling in your current relationships or feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, we’re here to help. Our compassionate, culturally responsive approach focuses on uncovering the connections between your past experiences and present challenges, so you can break free from patterns that are holding you back. We specialize in supporting individuals dealing with a variety of mental health concerns, including: - Trauma and PTSD: Overcoming past trauma and finding peace in the present. - Depression: Breaking free from the weight of sadness and hopelessness. - Anxiety: Managing overwhelming worry and fear. - Emotional Sensitivity: Learning to navigate and regulate intense emotions. - Stressful Life Events: Coping with the challenges that life throws your way. Whether you're facing these issues for the first time or have been struggling for years, we’re committed to providing the support and tools you need to move forward. www.triad-psych.com

Dr. Bridget Nestor (she/her) is a supportive and encouraging psychologist who works collaboratively with her clients to identify goals and make steps toward change. She aims to meet clients where they are at, understand the nuance of their individual experiences, and build off their strengths to help them achieve their goals. Drawing on the tenets of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dr. Nestor takes an evidence-based, client-centered approach to therapy to foster coping skills and promote individual flourishing. Dr. Nestor provides individual therapy for older adolescents and young adults with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, executive dysfunction, social difficulties, stress, chronic pain, grief, and challenges related to life transitions. She is also trained in neuropsychological evaluations to assess attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and other executive functioning difficulties.

My top priority in providing care is to ensure a comfortable, safe, and open environment. I build this work around a strong therapeutic relationship, because trust and rapport are what make meaningful progress possible. From the beginning, I collaborate with patients to understand their goals and shape treatment together, choosing evidence-based approaches that adapt to them. During my graduate internship at a therapeutic school, I worked closely with children ages 10–14 who were navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. Following graduation, I began my post-graduate work in an outpatient mental health setting, where I practiced alongside an experienced, wise team of clinicians. In that role, I supported a wonderful and diverse clientele with a range of concerns while honing my ability to thoughtfully accommodate different clinical needs. Across settings, I’ve worked with depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. My experience includes helping individuals from age 9 through senior adulthood, including children with diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, generalized anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder. At this point in time, I’m especially focused on supporting college-aged young adults and older adults. My clinical work integrates evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy. Rather than leading with technique, I focus first on understanding a person before introducing modalities that support their specific needs.

It has truly been an honor and privilege to assist clients that have been troubled by anxiety, depression, alcohol/drug use, addictions, and numerous other issues. Getting started with therapy takes great courage so my goal initially is to create a warm and safe environment, ideally where you'll feel comfortable unburdening yourself of anything that troubles you. My experience, skills, and innate nature have helped allow me to view and understand my clients' lives in unique ways that others often miss. Based on past experience, I'm confident that together we'll be able to find opportunities for creative solutions to even challenging problems. Effective therapists should also possess the qualities you'll also look for in a trusted friend. I'm warm and caring, and especially (and honestly) positive about you and your future. And like a good friend, I'll skillfully encourage you to flex/stretch your emotional "muscles" when that is in your best interest. Your goal might be for you to experience the calm sense of satisfaction that occurs when you know your life is on track for greater happiness and fulfillment. Together we'll find solutions where others often only see problems. Let's create your future story together. How may I help you?

Bela Luz Health, LLC was founded with the aim of providing high-quality clinical care and consultation services with a focus on inclusivity, compassion, and collaboration. We strive to collaborate with our clients to develop a tailored treatment plan that takes into account the particular needs and values of each client. We strive to provide a safe, warm, and authentic therapeutic space in which clients can develop a greater understanding of themselves and their relationships, create more positive patterns in how they relate to themselves and others, experience self-compassion and personal growth, and work toward their therapeutic and life goals in a meaningful way. We believe that context matters, and that our experiences in the world are shaped by the environments around us, including family, culture, country of origin, and other people and systems. We also believe that our multiple identities are important to consider in the context of therapy. We strive to honor your life experiences and your unique perspective of the world over the course of our work together, so that we can find the most useful approach to helping you move in the direction of your healing and growth.

Each of us has the potential to connect with and live from a creative, energized and compassionate center. Once established, we can perpetually draw upon this connection to understand and accept our past, to guide our present, and to embrace our future. With warmth, commitment and respect, and with attention to body, mind, and spirit, I work to help people access the inner resources they need to live with happiness, safety and ease. As a therapist, I meet people where they are. I collaborate with them to create a treatment that is flexible and responsive to their needs and experience, and help guide them toward their stated goals.

I work with students from all backgrounds and across the college experience. My ideal client is someone seeking a safe, supportive space to explore thoughts, feelings, and challenges without judgment. You might be navigating stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, academic pressure, life transitions, or self-esteem challenges. In therapy, I meet you where you are and work with you to identify your strengths and goals. I primarily use CBT and ACT, while integrating techniques from multiple modalities to match your unique needs. My approach helps you build resilience, manage stress, and develop practical skills to navigate college life and beyond. I see therapy as a journey, and my goal is to provide a supportive, understanding space where you feel heard, empowered, and equipped to create meaningful change.

At Revive Counseling and Wellness Center, our vision is to build a compassionate, inclusive, and safe environment to support mental wellness, with specific focus in the LatinX and BIPOC community. Our goal is to facilitate growth, healing, and transformation by providing an environment that is free of judgement and rooted in culturally sensitive and trauma informed principles. We utilize your strength, thoughts, and/or behaviors to promote mental well-being and help you develop the skills necessary to enhance your own personal growth.

I have worked with people of all backgrounds but I generally work with women and the LGBT community. I work with clients on self-esteem, body positivity, anxiety management, trauma symptoms, and relational issues. As a human and a provider, I am feminist, anti-racist, fat positive, sex positive, pro-science, pro-vaccine, and pro-LGBT. My approach is varied depending on the individual's history with treatment. For people new to therapy, it may be helpful to utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT involves looking at thoughts patterns and behaviors that may be creating obstacles in your life and setting up appropriate coping skills to address those issues. For people who come to therapy for the purpose of processing trauma, a trauma-informed, relational approach is necessary. For people who are looking to gain understanding about how their past intersects with their present behaviors, insight oriented therapy would be the best approach. ​I am not a "Listen and Nod" therapist. I will actively listen, provide you with feedback and analysis, and be open with you about your diagnosis, prognosis, and any treatments indicated. With full transparency, I say that I am not a validation-only therapist. Some folks want a therapist who will listen and validate without providing feedback or analysis. That is not my style. I will, however, work with you to figure out exactly how you can benefit from therapy.

Massachusetts Mind Center is a small boutique mental health practice in Back Bay offering a range of mental health and medical services: Medication management, individual outpatient therapy, group therapy, medical marijuana prescriptions, genetic testing, professional events, supervision, and more. We have capacity to see individuals immediately following intake & scheduling for both tele-health and from 1/30 on in-person sessions. We accept BCBS and other commercial insurances as well.

You made it this far - that is a win! I have professional and clinical experience working with queer/LGBTQ+ folks, folks of color, high performing individuals/those navigating perfectionism and those navigating sexual challenges and healthy relationships, including non-monogamy, polyamory, sex with friends and infidelity. I have extensive professional and personal experiences with indigenous communities, specifically the Potawatomi and Dine/Navajo Nation peoples; And enjoy working with veterans and those active in the military. I specialize in Narrative, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solutions-Oriented Therapies with Psychodynamic influences. I am a full-time clinician at MIT, on the walk-in/crisis team; I also see a number of ongoing long-term clients; and have led our First Generation Low-Income (FLI) and LGBTQ+ Undergraduate support groups. I welcome couples and families! As a gay man of color, I recognize the need to value and uphold identity within therapeutic spaces, and encourage all clients to see themselves in the cultural and political contexts in which they were raised and continue to navigate. Let's explore what the world has given you, and what you can give it next!

Beginning therapy is a brave act of self-care, and working with an effective clinician can provide you the support you deserve in bringing about powerful changes in your life and relationships. I believe you have the skills and strengths necessary to overcome the obstacles you face and I cannot wait to join you on the journey. I am passionate about my work with adults navigating life transitions and exploring what they need to live as their most authentic selves. I specialize in burnout and the impact of past trauma on current relationships. I have experience working with survivors of sexual and family violence as well as those struggling with anxiety and attachment issues. I believe in culturally-competent and trauma-informed care and utilized an eclectic therapeutic approach with a focus on Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Relational Therapy. Fostering an inclusive and affirming environment for all of my clients, I work collaboratively with you to develop evidenced-based treatment plans that validate your lived experiences and encourages growth. Therapy can be daunting to start, but it can also be such a freeing experience. I will follow your lead as we will move through sessions together.

Many of the clients Lauren works with are deeply self-aware yet feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, overwhelm, or disconnection. Some navigate people-pleasing or perfectionism, while others cope through avoidance, numbing, or dissociation. Experiences of trauma, disordered eating, or neurodivergence often shape these patterns. Beneath it all is a longing for safety, clarity, and the freedom to live with more authenticity, purpose, and connection. As a trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, she helps clients bring mindful awareness to their inner parts, fostering healing and balance at their own pace. Her authentic, eclectic approach weaves somatic and breath-based practices, meditations, creativity, and evidence-based care to support integration and build resiliency. Genuine self-compassion is possible, and Lauren offers just that. Therapy is a space to slow down, listen inward, and reconnect not only with yourself but also with your relationships, purpose, and the world around you. She would be honored to walk alongside you on that journey. Lauren is HAES aligned, neurodiversity, and gender/sexuality affirming.

I am a licensed mental health therapist that serves Massachusetts. With extensive experience across residential, assisted living, correctional, outpatient, and other mental health care settings, she brings a holistic understanding of client needs to her practice. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, and Interpersonal approaches in my work with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, stress management, and LGBTQIA+-related concerns. I am deeply passionate about healing Black and Brown communities and is committed to providing therapy for clients who share similar lived experiences. I believe that healing is more powerful when clients feel seen, understood, and heard by someone who relates to their perspective. I shows up authentically in every session, meeting clients where they are and creating a safe, affirming space for growth and change.

Accepting new clients on Tuesday evenings. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood while navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodevelopmental differences, trauma, or life transitions such as school or work. At times, you might feel disconnected from your body or emotions or caught in negative self-beliefs. I offer a supportive, collaborative space to build practical tools, deepen self-understanding, and feel more grounded, confident, and hopeful as you move forward. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to help clients understand their inner experiences and build coping skills. I integrate EMDR, CBT, and DBT with mindfulness, breathwork, yoga, journaling. As a registered yoga teacher, I bring an embodied lens to therapy, helping clients reconnect with their bodies as a source of information and safety. My intention is to offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore and accept your unique self, navigate life challenges, and heal from emotional pain. I tailor interventions to each person, helping you build confidence, challenge negative beliefs, and develop skills for future stressors. If you would like, book with me now by clicking on my website.