Therapists for college students near Cambridge, MA

Located in Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline, Boston, and Newton, MA, Life Changes Group is Greater Boston's premier behavioral healthcare practice with a broad range of centralized and personalized therapeutic and medication management services. We are a comprehensive counseling and consulting group dedicated to providing the highest standard of psychological care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our friendly and experienced team of doctors offers evidence-based practices for the treatment of psychiatric illness, and group psychotherapy. Our team focuses on the integration of treatment, education, collaboration, and partnership to help individuals, couples, and families reach their goals and improve the quality of their lives. We recognize the importance of developing an approach that works for you and your specific needs.

Hello, I'm Elana Cockburn Jones at Crooked Tree Counseling. I bring over ten years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families through pivotal life transitions. I specialize in helping young adults navigate the challenges of growing up—whether it's managing anxiety, building confidence, or finding direction. I honor the complexity of each client’s identity and lived experience, creating a safe and affirming space that is compassionate, collaborative, and culturally responsive. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, solutions-focused, and a strengths-based lens to foster growth, self-awareness, clarity, and resilience. I work closely with families navigating the complexities and beauty of parenthood by strengthening your own regulation, communication skills, and meaningful connection with your children. I practice from an anti-racist, trauma-informed, and equity-centered lens. I received my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling with a School and Community Specialization from Lesley University. I currently work with older adolescents and adults of all ages. I look forward to hearing from you! Note that an intake coordinator from our practice will respond to you to schedule an initial consultation.-

My therapeutic practice is rooted in relational psychodynamic theory, trauma-informed approaches, and mindfulness-based interventions, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I foster a collaborative approach with clients anchored in anti-oppressive practice, using warmth and curiosity to co-construct a supportive environment to explore therapeutic goals and lived experiences. I have worked with clients in a variety of settings including college mental health, outpatient hospital clinics, and community-based organizations. I provide psychotherapy to adults of all ages and specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, identity exploration, somatic/body-mind symptoms, relationship issues, and college transitions. I also have experience working with first generation and international college students. I completed a postgraduate fellowship in psychodynamic psychotherapy at Cambridge Health Alliance, and have engaged in graduate and postgraduate research on topics including attachment, decolonizing social work, and immigrant experiences within mental health systems. I am an artist and enjoy working with those interested in creative practices.

Expert psychiatric care tailored to your unique needs. Double board-certified in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry and trained at Harvard Medical School, I offer specialized treatment for ADHD and ASD. I also provide expert care for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma-related symptoms. At Spectrum Bay Psychiatry, I combine clinical excellence with a compassionate touch, providing thorough evaluations and personalized medication management.

Do you ever feel like you're doing well on paper but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of where you’re headed? Maybe you're juggling academic pressures, relationship challenges, or navigating the transition into adulthood, and it’s starting to feel like too much. Therapy can help. Hi, I’m Dr. Terán, a Harvard-trained psychologist offering grounded, collaborative therapy tailored to your needs. I’m an in-network provider for Tufts and Boston College students through UHC Student Resources, and I also work with graduate students, postdocs, and early-career professionals using out-of-network benefits or paying privately. Many of the clients I work with are high-achieving but overwhelmed, balancing intense workloads, cultural or family expectations, and persistent feelings of self-doubt. Whether you're in college, graduate school, or just starting your professional life, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I help with: • Anxiety and depression • Academic stress and burnout • Impostor syndrome and self-esteem • Relationship and family challenges • Time management and executive functioning • Life transitions and career uncertainty My approach blends psychodynamic therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. Clients often share that they feel more understood and less alone after just a few sessions. Together, we’ll work to increase clarity, confidence, and connection, both within yourself and in your relationships. I offer in-person therapy in Massachusetts, and virtual therapy for clients located in both Massachusetts and New York. With flexible telehealth options, you can access support from wherever you’re most comfortable, whether that’s your apartment, dorm room, or between classes. If this resonates with you, feel free to message me directly through this platform to learn more or explore whether we’d be a good fit. I’d be glad to connect.

My therapeutic orientation is guided by a psychodynamic, relational approach that emphasizes trust-building and collaboration. I draw on a range of modalities to meet my clients’ needs, including narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational interviewing techniques. I believe treatment should be rooted in a client’s strengths and network of relationships. My approach is anchored in Liberation Health with an explicit anti-oppressive, intersectional, feminist lens, including identifying the emotional and somatic impact of systems like capitalism, racism, heterosexism, and classism. I work with adult clients to navigate relationships, identity, anxiety / mood disorders, interpersonal / systemic trauma, college / life transitions and immigration. I specialize in working with QTBIPOC clients, addressing the intersections of identity (e.g., race, gender, sexuality) and relationship dynamics, including polyamory/consensual non-monogamy. I have experience in survivor support, peer support, and political education, which inform my approach. My style is warm, transparent, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I also encourage clients to provide me with feedback about our work together.

The New England Center for OCD and Anxiety (NECOA) provides individualized care with evidence-based treatments, meeting each young adult where they are. We understand the challenges of navigating college life while managing OCD, anxiety disorders, and other mental health concerns. Our goal is to equip students with the tools they need to confidently face those obstacles.

My goal is to establish a collaborative and trusting relationship with clients that fosters a safe space for them to explore their emotions and experiences. I am committed to using a flexible client-centered and culturally aware treatment approach that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. My approach to psychotherapy is based in psychodynamics and relational theory and incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. My trauma-informed therapeutic style is nonjudgmental, empathic, empowering, and warm. I offer psychotherapy to adults of all ages and specialize in treating mood disorders/depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, relational issues, life transitions, work stress, college adjustment, and cultural adjustment. Using evidenced-based interventions, I help guide my clients towards achieving greater emotional well-being and improved quality of life. As a first-generation daughter of immigrants, I have a passion for working with diverse clients who are navigating acculturation-related stress and systemic oppression. Prior to obtaining my MSW from Boston College School of Social Work, I practiced law for many years advocating for low-income individuals and families.

I practice from a relational psychodynamic orientation and integrate aspects of cognitive behavioral and narrative psychotherapy in my approach. This means that our work together will consist of identifying the patterns in how you relate to other people and to yourself and working to change those patterns, allowing for more fulfilling interpersonal relationships and a discarding of unhelpful ways of being. I am committed to understanding the dynamics of power and oppression and the ways I can help to undermine and process them in the context of our work. I work with a wide range of adults across the lifespan experiencing varied psychological needs, including anxiety, mood disorders/depression, life transition, college adjustment, trauma, Complex PTSD, and issues related to gender, sexuality, and spirituality. I enjoy and have specialized experience working with LGBTQ+ clients. I have worked with clients of myriad identities across various settings, including community mental health, college counseling, and residential treatment settings. While our work is individual in nature, I explicitly address issues of marginalization, oppression, and discrimination, as these are significant determinants of psychological and physical health.

As an Advanced Fellow at Clinical Alliance Services, I use psychodynamic, developmental, systems, and relational approaches in my work, incorporating cognitive, behavioral, and mindfulness techniques, as clinically appropriate. By being open to learning about the past and how we evolved, I believe we can find different ways of being in the present that alleviate suffering and support creativity and openness. I try to help clients see and appreciate their own emotions and strengths and to be curious about how they might be stuck or blocked. I strive to help each person seek and support their unique place in the world. I offer individuals and couples therapy to adults of all ages for depression, anxiety, conflict avoidance, relational difficulties, self-esteem, and life transitions and adjustments. I am curious about what motivates us and how/why we are driven to move in specific directions in our lives. I appreciate the amazing variety in how individuals grow and develop. I trained at the Boston Psychoanalytic Society & Institute and the Psychodynamic Couple & Family Institute of New England. I worked for decades as a lawyer and divorce mediator in my earlier career, counseling individuals, couples and institutions on their rights and responsibilities and helping them identify arrays of possible solutions for their problems.

Choosing the right therapist can make all the difference. Making the decision to seek out counseling is difficult enough. Crooked Tree Counseling is a group of psychotherapists who are committed to making the counseling experience a satisfying and successful one. From your first contact with us through your psychotherapy, we focus on creating positive working relationships from which healthy change can arise. We offer counseling, consultation and supervision. Located in Central Square Cambridge, MA we are easily accessible by the MBTA. If you are hoping to make a meaningful change in your life, and you are looking to work with an experienced psychotherapist as your guide, at Crooked Tree Counseling you can find the right person to help. We offer in-person & telehealth sessions!

I help clients navigate identity exploration, trauma, grief, relationship challenges (familial or intimate), and major life transitions—like adjusting to adulthood or stepping into a more authentic sense of self. These liminal, in-between stages can be tricky to navigate and are often marked by anxiety, depression, or a fragmented sense of self, leaving folks feeling emotionally untethered. While we must lead ourselves to authenticity, it can help to have a thoughtful, attuned guide who walks alongside us—offering new perspectives, practical coping skills, and questions that gently challenge deep-rooted assumptions. I enjoy working with young adults on the precipice of independence, older adults facing aging-related transitions, couples, and folks with marginalized or liminal (Biracial, Bicultural, nonbinary, genderqueer, etc.) identities. Together, we reduce fear, shame, and relational distress, while cultivating authenticity, inner wisdom, and emotional resilience. Starting therapy can feel vulnerable and unfamiliar. If you're unsure whether we'd be a good fit, I'm happy to meet with you, answer any questions, and elaborate on my approach to therapy. You're not alone in taking this first step—and you don’t have to do it without support. I provide therapy through Intersect Clinical Services, a preferred provider for Boston-area students. We accept UHC StudentResources and Aetna Student Health with minimal or no out-of-pocket costs.

Heather Thompson-Brenner, Ph.D., is a Harvard-trained clinical psychologist and researcher in psychotherapy outcome. She uses the therapeutic methods that are best supported by research, in a warm, supportive environment. She has specialized training in exposure and response prevention (ERP), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and narrative therapy. Intensive, short-term, and long-term options are available. Her specialties include anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorders, along with academic, relationship, and family issues. She frequently work with students, academics, and writers from Harvard, Boston University, Tufts, Northeastern, Lesley, and elsewhere.

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I believe that the most profound healing happens in connection with others. I utilize a psychodynamic, client-centered approach which prioritizes connecting meaningfully with my clients on their own terms, and allowing my client's needs to drive the direction of therapy. I draw on my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and family / couples therapy to enrich my work with individuals. I am a postgraduate Fellow at Clinical Alliance Services, LLC and the Psychodynamic Couple & Family Institute of New England. I offer individual and couples therapy to adults of all ages and identities who have a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship disruptions, trauma, grief, life transitions, identity and self-esteem. As a former sexual violence advocate and consent educator, I create safe containers for folks to grapple with experiences of sexual trauma. I have a passion for working with queer clients and clients exploring alternative relationship structures like ethical non-monogamy and polyamory. I am committed to upholding an anti-oppressive and liberation framework in every encounter and feel that it is crucial to understand the role that systemic oppression plays in our lives.

Clinical Alliance Services, LLC (CAS) offers individuals and couples psychotherapy to adults ages 18+ for a wide variety of conditions and concerns, including: Academic Concerns Anxiety Disorders Career and Work-Related Concerns Chronic Illness College Adjustment Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Dissociation Divorce Gender Dysphoria Gender Identity Grief Identity Life Transitions Mood Disorders Polyamory/Consensual Non-Monogamy Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Quality of Life Racial Identity Relational Issues (Peer, Couples, Family) Self-Esteem Sexual Identity Social Oppression Related to Race, Gender, Sexuality, Ability, Religion, and/or Body Size Spirituality Stress Trauma & Related Disorders We value the flexibility to deliver integrative treatment approaches to best meet our clients’ needs. While our clinical orientation is primarily influenced by relational psychodynamic and attachment-based treatment approaches, our clinical team includes psychotherapists trained in a variety of treatment approaches, including: Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Internal Family Systems (IFS) Liberation Health Model Mindfulness-Based Treatment Motivational Interviewing Relational Cultural Theory Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Trauma-Informed Treatment Approaches We value the flexibility to deliver integrative treatment approaches to best meet our clients’ needs. We are committed to offering mental health services in an inclusive setting, anchored in a social justice framework, and are passionate about providing psychotherapy services to clients across all identities, experiences and backgrounds. View our staff profiles here: www.clinicalallianceservices.com/team

My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic and relational theories with a focus on facilitating insight and healing. I seek to understand the heart of one’s challenges and how present struggles are tied to one’s past and current environment, relationships, and identity development. My clinical work is informed by cognitive-behavioral approaches, mindfulness, trauma, Buddhism, social identity, and oppression. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and curious, and I deeply value co-creating a therapeutic space with clients that invites authenticity and vulnerability. I offer individual psychotherapy to adults of all ages navigating mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, grief, spirituality, identity development and life transitions. I also work with clients who would like to improve their general quality of life or explore themes related to meaning, purpose, and transformation. I have studied Buddhism and psychology over the past decade at UMass Amherst, Harvard University, and Smith College. I have also engaged in intensive Buddhist practice, including a significant number of silent meditation retreats. As a Bi-racial/Black man, I have an interest in exploring and embodying liberating forms of masculinity for Men of Color.

Welcome, I’m glad you’re here! I work with college students and young adults who may feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, overthinking, or OCD. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful and motivated, yet internally they’re navigating constant “what if” thoughts, self-doubt, or a sense of pressure to get things just right. You might find yourself avoiding certain situations, procrastinating because things feel overwhelming, or getting caught in mental loops that are hard to step away from. Anxiety or OCD may be starting to impact your schoolwork, relationships, or your ability to enjoy everyday life. Even when things look “fine” on the outside, it can feel exhausting underneath. If you’re hoping to develop a different relationship with your thoughts and feelings (even if that feels a little uncomfortable at first) and are looking for meaningful, lasting change, we might be a good fit. In our work together, we’ll move at a pace that feels manageable, building practical tools and gently working through the patterns that are keeping you stuck, so you can feel more confident, flexible, and more like yourself.

I am a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with young adults with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, autism, suicidal ideation and personality disorders. My goal-oriented treatment approach helps clients work towards symptom relief, improved relationships, and a wider variety of coping skills. My approach is collaborative and proactive so we can work together to help you accomplish your goals, experience symptom reduction, and become the person you want to be in a warm welcoming space where there is no judgment. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ER-P) therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), in addition to Psychoanalytic Therapy to help clients get to the root of their symptoms and discover how past experiences influence current behavior. My approach has been described as genuine and thoughtful while creating a space that is warm and judgement-free. I draw on her expertise while also building on the strengths of my clients in order to assist them in moving towards accomplishing their goals.

My approach to psychotherapy is rooted in psychodynamic and relational theory, cultural awareness, cognitive behavioral techniques, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and neurobehavioral therapeutic approaches. I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are at and adapting treatment to meet their needs. My therapeutic style is compassionate, relaxed, and empowering. I am currently a postgraduate Social Work Fellow and have worked in a variety of clinical settings, ranging from hospital settings supporting individuals' socio-emotional needs to educational settings supporting individuals' learning needs. I offer psychotherapy services to adults of all ages, including college-aged adults, and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, relationships, self-esteem and identity issues. I have experience working with refugee populations, as well as survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault. As an Indian-American and immigrant woman, my work is grounded in the intersectionality of gender, racial identity, country of origin, migration, systemic oppression, and sexuality. I enjoy working with individuals across all identities and specialize in working with individuals who hold multiple cultural and/or racial identities.