Therapists for college students near Cambridge, MA

Erin Hetzel is a clinical social worker and EMDR provider. She has expertise in anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, trauma, and has a particular interest in working with the university population. Erin has worked with undergraduate and graduate students for many years; first in a support role for student-athletes and then as a mental health therapist in local college counseling services. In private practice, she primarily works with young adults and enjoys supporting her clients through the various struggles that can arise during life transitions and the challenges around finding one's purpose and identity. Erin uses an integrative approach and caters her treatment to each client, incorporating tenets of CBT, DBT, mindfulness and yoga. She is also trained in EMDR which addresses how experiences are stored, influence, and shape the core sense of self. Erin works with her clients to create a fresh perspective, helping to reshape negative thought processes or coping mechanisms to encourage healthier ways of thinking and living.

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.

We specialize in anxiety, OCD and depression in children, adolescents and adults using a combination of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We offer individual therapy and group therapy focused on community support, psychoeducation, and skill development. Our clinicians are culturally informed, engage in cultural humility practices, and utilize a myriad of therapeutic approaches such as Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, and Trauma-informed care.

I'm an Adult and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner that provides an empathetic, holistic and realistic approach to patients. I specialize in chronic illness, oncologic diagnoses, anxiety and depression. I have spent the last fourteen years caring for patients with many complex medical issues with specific expertise in oncology, anxiety and depression. My approach to psychiatric care is collaborative, individualized and comprehensive. I provide psychotherapy and medication management for a variety of conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, panic, and OCD.

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Windhorse Counseling was born out of Alannah DiBona’s passion for transforming the lives of adolescents. After working within the high school system providing transitional support to students, Alannah realized that there were additional needs for her clients beyond what she could provide in the school setting. She built a practice centered on providing supplemental care in a comfortable, safe, and approachable environment. Windhorse Counseling has quickly grown to offer services to individuals, families, and couples from all walks of life. The presence of office dogs, namely Theo the Bloodhound and Milo the Golden Retriever enhances the home-like ambiance and provides therapeutic doses of humor and affection. Windhorse Counseling operates in the beautiful Damon Mill building with the goal of providing a living-room-like environment for clients of all ages to dig deep, connect, and begin the journey of healing. Located on the Assabet River with an abundance of natural greenery and forestry, the office setting is calming and serene. Clients find that the mindfully decorated indoor space and the quiet, natural surroundings set the stage for inner contemplation and interpersonal connection with our acclaimed and accomplished counselors. With the help of our hard-working office-dogs, clients are also able to loosen up, enjoy hilarious moments, and balance the deep work with lighter moments of pure joy and laughter.

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As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both Massachusetts and Maine, Lisa focuses on adolescents that are 18 and over with particular strengths in issues related to LGBTQ+, autism, trauma, addiction and recovery support, grief, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, post concussive syndrome. She works closely with schools to help develop mental health programming and provide high quality, accessible services and care to high-school aged students.

I specialize in working with adolescents and parents, both individually and in groups. Topics of specialization include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, DBT coping skills, and substance use disorders. Her belief that “practice makes better” is intertwined into the work she loves to do with clients.

Cailey brings authenticity, warmth, and humor to every session. Cailey’s relational approach to counseling rests on the notion that no matter how uphill, twisty, or dark a path may be, walking it with someone is always easier than walking it alone. With deep clinical experience in both hospital and academic settings, Cailey's work primarily focuses on trauma, depression and anxiety, and issues within the LGBTQIA+ community.

Windhorse Counseling is a mindfully assembled team of exceptionally talented and experienced counselors with varying backgrounds and specializations, working with clients of all ages. A common thread binding the team together is the belief in the collaborative process between counselor and client. By creating a comfortable space and employing the help of dogs, the team at Windhorse fosters an open, creative and supportive environment where the collaborative process flourishes and where clients feel empowered to steer their own course towards balance.

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I am a clinical social worker (LICSW) with over 25 years of experience working with young adults and families across a variety of settings. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, parental guidance, attachment, family systems and relationship issues. I deeply value authenticity and strive to create a trusting relationship with my clients. My approach is grounded in family system theory but draws on a variety of methods including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy to create a tailored approach for each individual person. I am committed to helping clients determine problem clarity, as I believe this is essential to achieving problem resolution. The feelings of anxiety, sadness and inner conflict can feel so overwhelming. My work focuses on engaging collaboratively with people to fully understand the roots of their personal pain and create pathways to healing emotional wounds. We are in a conversation with ourselves all day long, and when we become more aware of how we talk to ourselves, it gives us the opportunity to become more gentle and compassionate with ourselves. Clients who work with me learn how to transform the internal conversation and shift their thoughts, patterns and ultimately their lives for the better.

Many of us experience stress and anxiety on a daily basis. While sometimes we feel in control of these emotions, other times it can feel like they are controlling us. Whether you are dealing with day-to-day stressors, or those brought on by major life transitions, learning how to identify and manage the feelings you experience can be vital to having happy, healthy relationships with others and with yourself. It’s my belief that each individual is the expert on themselves. My role in sessions is to be curious and work with you to explore challenges, experiences, and emotions. Through this exploration we can create a “tool box” of skills and strategies that work best for you. I encourage you to reach out if you are interested in starting services. Finding a therapist who is right for you is important, and I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have!

When your car breaks down on the side of the road you don’t hesitate to call for assistance because you don’t wish to remain “stuck,” and the same logic can be said for the pursuit of therapy. Managing stress, overcoming the inevitable challenges life throws our way and building healthy relationships are valued skills that I feel passionately about supporting others in achieving. I hope to serve as a guide in uncovering the resiliency and confidence you already possess, to begin to live your fullest life.

Our counseling services provide support to a variety of clients who are challenged by events in their life. Our therapists work with adults and children according to their needs using various treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Collaborative Problem Solving, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Social Emotional Learning. Adults that are experiencing stress, anxiety and/or depression will find a compassionate environment to work through their difficulties as they forge a path to healing. Counseling services are provided through a safe and secure online platform at convenient hours.

Are you sick and tired of feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Are you having trouble sleeping and focusing? Are your relationships becoming more challenging because you're irritable? I can help. I work hard in a collaborative effort with you focusing on the issues you bring to the table and we will develop a treatment plan together. I have experience with the difficulties associated with transitioning into college and all of the social and emotional stressors that come with it. Anxiety, depression, social isolation, and academic pressure, are all issues that I have had much success in helping other students manage successfully. I've got you!

My strength as a psychologist is to deeply attend to each client's emotions, thoughts, and life context. If you seek to participate in therapy with me, we will work together to create a judgment-free and safe space. In my practice of therapy, I effectively balance exploratory and supportive therapy with the latest research and evidence-based interventions. I provide psychotherapy for older adolescents (16+), adults, older adults, college students, professionals, military-affiliated individuals, couples, and families. My advanced training includes a postdoctoral fellowship at McLean Hospital, with a clinical appointment at Harvard Medical School, and an APA-accredited internship at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Alongside my private practice, my professional experience includes teaching clinical psychology at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. I am happy to answer any questions you may have or set up an initial phone conversation to determine if we both think we might work well together to meet your goals. I currently have weekday daytime and limited evening availability. I also offer both in-person and telehealth (virtual) therapy. I look forward to hearing from you!

James Verdery is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor located in Acton, MA. James works with children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults who struggle to manage their emotions and feel in control of their lives. His clients find themselves overwhelmed by feelings of anger, inadequacy, frustration, confusion, sadness, or loneliness. Despite their best efforts, they feel like they aren’t in control of their lives. They might suffer from low self-esteem, which leads to anxiety at school or in peer groups and can often leads to isolation. James helps these clients to grow their understanding of themselves, their emotions and learn techniques to manage their distress. Clients learn tangible skills in emotional regulation and expression. They practice challenging assumptions, ignoring self-judgments, distraction and grounding exercises, and more. James tailors his treatment style to each client’s individual needs, personalities, and preferences for engaging, effective sessions. James earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. He is passionate about starting conversations about mental health at an early age. He strives to give clients the skills they need for a lifetime of healthy habits, including strong coping skills that allow individuals to feel meaning and joy in their lives.