Therapists for college students near New York University

Tatiana Cruz holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Sacred Heart University and a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from CUNY Hunter College. With expertise gained through training in cognitive behavior therapy, applied behavior analysis, trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy, and anger replacement theory, she has worked with a diverse range of clients, spanning from elementary school-aged children to adults. Her professional experience addresses issues such as anxiety, family dynamics, life adjustments, depression, eating disorders, personality disorders, OCD-related disorders, and individuals on the autism spectrum. Emphasizing the collaborative nature of the therapeutic process, Tatiana sees herself as a supportive "human GPS," dedicated to guiding clients on their unique mental health experiences with mutual respect and understanding. It’s said that mental health is not a destination but a never ending journey, so lets get to where your are going, together!

As an individual, I believe that therapy is most successful when it is a truly collaborative process. It is my goal to provide compassionate and informed care for the individual to decide what areas of their lives ate most important to focus on. I strive to work alongside clients to both witness distress with compassion and challenge clients to identify patterns that may no longer be supportive to them in a way that they once were. The therapy space is not a vacuum and I believe it is imperative to look through both anti-oppressive and social justice lenses to inform dynamics that may occur throughout the therapeutic practice.

I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 20 years of experience providing services to diverse populations in English, Spanish and Portuguese. I specialize in helping individuals explore and better understand acculturation and adjustment issues, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, grief, trauma and life transitions. I provide a warm and safe environment that fosters collaboration in the therapeutic alliance, and I strongly believe that therapy holds the potential to be transformative.

Destiny Bernard, PMHNP-BC is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received a Master of Science in Nursing from Hofstra University with a specialty of Psychiatry across the lifespan. Her experience consists of hospital-based inpatient and outpatient treatment with the focus of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD and psychosis. She is passionate about helping individuals overcome their struggles and achieve optimal mental wellness through evidence-based practices and personalized treatment plans. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can thrive and reach their full potential.

Hi there! My name is Ketrice and I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. My career began at the bedside but I’ve always maintained a passion for knowing people. I’ve been academically prepared at Hofstra University, where I’m also obtaining my doctoral degree. I have experience working inpatient with the severely ill but also with those who just need some support through a rough time. I look forward to getting to know you!

Rosaline Stevenson is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am passionate about caring for patients with mental disorders, and I pride myself on providing compassionate and timely care to my patients. What I love about my job is getting to know the patients that I care for. Knowing that I can make an impact on their lives inspires me to come to work every day. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University in Illinois followed by MSN in Psychiatric Mental Nurse Practitioner from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In my spare time I love to go for long walks and work in my garden tending to my roses.

I am a licensed mental health counselor specializing in relational patterns, identity development, and substance use recovery for adults navigating life transitions and emotional challenges. As a relational therapist, I see the therapy space as a mirror to the outside world—a place where familiar patterns can surface and be gently explored. Together, we’ll examine the beliefs and behaviors that may have once protected you but now feel limiting or misaligned. My goal is to create a space rooted in curiosity, emotional safety, and meaningful change. I work with adults navigating transitions, identity shifts, and the deeper questions that don’t always come with clear answers. With experience in both private practice and substance use treatment, I support clients in developing coping skills that go beyond symptom management—helping them build more sustainable, internal sources of resilience. I specialize in relational dynamics and trauma-informed substance use treatment. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and curious. I'm passionate about the belief that healing happens in safe, connected relationships where self-understanding can grow and meaningful change becomes possible.

As a licensed mental health counselor with nearly five years of experience, I help women and LGBTQ+ individuals ages 16 and up work through anxiety, relationship issues, identity questions, and past trauma. I help clients who are looking for a safe, supportive space where they can feel understood, manage their emotions, and grow. They aim to enhance self-awareness and self-compassion so they can navigate life with more confidence and ease. I specialize in trauma-informed care and helping clients manage emotions. My approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs. My approach is warm, tailored, and empowering. I’m passionate about creating a safe space where clients can develop self-compassion and practical skills for lasting growth. I use a blend of techniques, including CBT to challenge negative thoughts, DBT for emotional regulation, and psychodynamic theory to explore how past experiences shape your present. I’m here to build a trusting relationship where you feel heard and understood, with a warm and sometimes lighthearted touch to make the process feel natural and comfortable. My path to becoming a therapist started from a deep desire to understand and heal generational trauma I saw in my Hispanic family. I wanted to help others in similar positions, especially those navigating complex identities, find empathy, understanding, and growth. Going back to school allowed me to expand my knowledge and pursue a career where I bring authenticity, rawness, and commitment to building trust and supporting clients on their journeys. I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental space, which helps me be a genuine and supportive partner. I look forward to helping you gain insights, manage emotions, and discover new opportunities for growth, all while being your authentic self in a safe, trusting environment. Outside of my work as a therapist I love watching movies, especially anything horror, thriller or overall weird. I'm utterly obsessed with my cat Bibi (pictures available upon request). I love trying new restaurants with friends and going to concerts whenever my favorite artists are in town.

The shift into adulthood is disorienting — especially when you're managing academic pressure, past trauma, or the feeling that different parts of you are constantly pulling in different directions. If you're living on autopilot and performing for everyone around you, therapy with me is a space to finally stop. I work with students and young professionals ready to move beyond survival mode. Using IFS, CBT, DBT, and somatic techniques, we don't just talk about what's hard — we actually work through it. Together, we identify the anxious or protective parts keeping you stuck, release the stress your body is holding, and build real tools for navigating an unpredictable world. You don't have to wait for a breaking point to ask for support. Reach out today — let's build a life that actually feels like yours. *Insurance & Fees* I am out-network all major insurance companies. My office provides a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement and we will assist you in verifying your benefits to ensure the process is seamless. I also offer a sliding scale rate for those in need. Please reach out to learn more about how we can make therapy work for you.

Life moves fast — and sometimes it leaves you feeling like you're just trying to catch up. Whether you're processing a loss, adjusting to a new chapter, managing anxiety, or supporting someone through a serious illness, you don't have to face it alone. I specialize in grief, anxiety, life transitions, and psychosocial cancer care. Using EMDR, CBT, and a humanistic approach, we work through what's weighing on you — not with a checklist, but with a plan built around your actual life and goals. Your voice leads the way. My job is to help you find your footing. Therapy with me is direct, collaborative, and grounded. Reach out today — let's figure out what healing looks like for you. *Insurance & Fees* I am in-network with Aetna and Quest Behavioral Health. For all other major insurance companies, I am an out of network provider. My office provides a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement and we will assist you in verifying your benefits to make the process as seamless as possible. I also offer a sliding scale rate for those in need. Please reach out to learn more about how we can start this work together.

I see therapy as a partnership where we co-create a space that fosters healing, exploration, and growth. In this space, we will work together to help you gain a better understanding of your relationship with yourself and others. My approach will be tailored to your specific needs through various modalities. These may include considering how early life experiences have shaped who you are today, understanding how to bring awareness and attention to various emotional experiences, or learning how to examine and hold the many different parts of ourselves that make us who we are. All of this will be done through a lens of compassion and non-judgement.

I’m a licensed master social worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver. My work is grounded in whole-person care, supporting clients in reconnecting with themselves, navigating relationships, and building emotional resilience. In therapy, I draw from intimacy from the inside out (IFIO), emotionally focused individual therapy (EFIT), and cognitive behavioral therapy. These approaches allow us to explore emotional patterns, understand protective parts, and challenge the thoughts that keep you feeling stuck, especially around sex, identity, and relationships. My clinical focus includes sex therapy, identity development, trauma recovery, and relationship concerns, including polyamory, infidelity, and compulsive sexual behaviors. I have particular experience supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, young adults in transition, and clients navigating shame or secrecy in their intimate lives. Sessions with me are collaborative and grounded. I aim to create a space where you can breathe, reflect, and be fully yourself, without pressure or judgment. Whether you’re processing grief, exploring gender identity, or trying to understand relationship dynamics, I meet you with curiosity and care. You set the pace. I offer tools and insight along the way. Over the years, I’ve worked in settings that span emotional, relational, and systems-based care—from trauma recovery and advocacy to long-term therapy. This work continues to deepen my belief that people are capable of powerful, meaningful change when given a space to feel safe, seen, and supported. What I love most is witnessing those small but profound moments of growth—when someone starts setting boundaries, softens toward themselves, or begins to believe they’re worthy of connection. Therapy is a space for that kind of reconnection. It’s work I feel honored to do. Outside of the therapy room, I value creativity, quiet, and community. I’m passionate about helping people feel less alone, more whole, and more at home in themselves.

As children, we are often not taught how to understand and master our own minds, bodies, and spirits. Now is the time to learn. As a trauma-informed, person-centered therapist and licensed mental health counselor, I integrate my non-judgmental view on how life experiences have impacted your cognitive and emotional well-being with evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies. Together, we work toward leaning how to promote self-awareness, empowerment, choice, autonomy, and the ability to self-regulate without guilt, shame, or blame. Over the years, I have centered my focus on the treatment of trauma-induced symptoms in patients struggling with anxiety, depression, fear, anger, low self-esteem, and general difficulty navigating life’s challenges and transitions. With my history of working in theater and film, I especially understand the difficulties that come with the decision to live a creative life. Everyone deserves to be and feel validated. I believe that my genuine quality to accept you for who you are is the cornerstone to building a strong relationship that will lead to a fruitful outcome of goal achievement in our work together. In my therapy room, you are in the driver’s seat. My role is to provide a safe, secure space for you to feel comfortable to self-explore, discover, learn, and share. Of the six ethical principles of counseling, I value autonomy highly, which means I will listen to your story and never pressure you to say or do anything you do not want to. Throughout therapy, issues related to childhood experiences with your family are likely to arise. You will come to understand that because you did not develop in a vacuum, nothing is “your fault,” although it does fall to you to heal yourself. This begins by becoming aware of and understanding the messages you tell yourself and applying effective skills to rewrite the script. My pathway into mental health began with years of rehearsals that helped me to avoid the pitfalls leading to dysphoria, dysfunction, and dissonance, which then motivated me to apply my transferable skills to “pay it forward.” I worked for five years in a group therapy setting, where I was able to utilize improvisational and role-play games to foster trust and cohesion among patients with severe mental illness and complex trauma histories, prior to transitioning to one-to-one therapy settings.

Maryam is a transgender nonbinary person. They have earned their Master’s degree from Hunter College’s Silberman School of Social Work, with a concentration in clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. They bring several years of experience in the mental health field, working with diverse populations across a range of therapeutic settings. They have extensive experience working with communities of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and neurodivergent clients. Their approach is rooted in empowerment, collaboration, and a deep belief in each client’s capacity for healing and growth. Maryam is a compassionate and collaborative therapist committed to creating a non-judgmental, culturally responsive, and inclusive space where clients feel safe and supported. They are deeply dedicated to meeting clients where they are—honoring each individual’s lived experience with empathy, curiosity, and respect. Maryam offers services exclusively via Telehealth/video sessions and can offer a 15 min Free consultation. Maryam approaches therapy through a trauma-informed lens, utilizing evidence-based modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). They also incorporate creativity, play, and holistic practices to help clients access deeper self-awareness and build tools for navigating life’s challenges.

Shoshana Zelcer LMSW Shoshana Zelcer is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with resilience, clarity, and confidence. She earned her Master’s degree from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and has experience working in mental health clinic settings with clients of diverse ages, backgrounds, and life experiences. Her therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and client-centered. She draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based approaches. She creates a safe, relaxed, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow at their own pace. Shoshana specializes in supporting teenagers and young adults as they work through issues related to identity, self-awareness, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. She also works with clients experiencing relationship or marital difficulties, parenting struggles, and the emotional weight of supporting loved ones with mental or physical health concerns. She is passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and believes in honoring each individual’s lived experience. She tailors each session to the unique strengths and goals of her clients, walking alongside them on their path to healing and self-discovery. Shoshana provides therapy in English and can incorporate basic Hebrew when helpful. She works at our Cedarhurst location and can provide a 15 in free consultation. She brings a thoughtful, individualized approach to therapy and is dedicated to helping each client become the best version of themselves.

You might be here because life feels overwhelming and you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or other mood challenges. It can feel hard to find the right support. I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Binghamton, and I offer medication management, psychiatric evaluations, and therapy to adults in New York. With over 14 years of experience in nursing, including addiction medicine and community mental health, I have seen how important it is for patients to feel truly heard and supported. One of my greatest joys is being part of someone’s journey to mental wellness. In our work together, we’ll focus on solutions that empower you to meet your goals. Therapy is a space where you can build the skills to challenge unhelpful patterns and create change. My approach is patient-centered: I take time to understand your cultural and religious background and fold these values into your care plan. I am passionate about decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health, a passion shaped by having a close relative who struggled themselves. I hope that by working together, you’ll feel understood, develop coping tools, and strengthen your relationships. I also have experience supporting diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, people diagnosed with autism, seniors, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. When I’m not at work, I love walking with my dogs and children, reading, and practicing gratitude, things that help me stay grounded. Taking the first step can feel daunting. You don’t have to have it all figured out. Bring your questions to our first visit, and we’ll start from there.

Feeling like you're just managing your life rather than actually living it? Whether you're carrying the weight of past trauma, navigating recovery, dealing with chronic pain, or burning out under high expectations — you don't have to keep doing it alone. I don't just talk through problems, I give you real tools to change them. Using DBT, EMDR, IFS, and CBT, we build a practical toolkit around your actual life — processing what's stored in the past while shifting the patterns keeping you stuck today. You don't have to wait for a crisis to ask for support. Reach out today — let's build something steady together. *Insurance & Fees* I am in-network with Northwell Direct. For all other major insurance companies, I am an out of network provider. My office provides a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement and we will assist you in verifying your benefits to make the process as seamless as possible. I also offer a sliding scale rate for those in need. Please reach out to learn more about how we can start this work.

Aleicia, LMHC, is a Licensed Master Mental Health Counselor with extensive experience in non-profit organizations, community mental health settings, and residential substance abuse treatment facilities. She specializes in working with adults and couples, helping them process thoughts and emotions while establishing achievable goals. Her therapeutic interventions empower clients by recognizing their strengths to foster positive change. She offers services exclusively via Telehealth/video sessions. A dedicated professional, Aleicia focuses on long-term solutions and supports individuals through various challenges, including depression, anxiety, parenting, and relationships. By employing therapeutic models such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and IMAGO, she identifies and addresses patterns that contribute to personal and relational distress. Aleicia emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic alliance and creating a secure environment in which clients can share their experiences comfortably. Together, let us work towards achieving your goals.

Life is hard. It’s a tricky thing that presents us with so many unique challenges and difficulties. Whether you're feeling stuck, alone or ready for change, I want to work with you to build a better life and become a better version of yourself. As a mental health counselor with five years of experience, I work with young adults and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship distress, life transitions, and identity issues. My mission is to help you discover and embody your best self while processing distressing situations. Oftentimes we find that we have difficulty figuring out how to work through our challenges, much less identifying them at all, so I walk alongside you to explore the root of the issue in order to find an effective and sustainable solution. Working with both couples and individuals to find healing, I approach my role as being a safe space for you to express yourself without fear of judgement, collaborating with you to find and work toward becoming the best version of yourself. To this end, therapy is centered on you and who you are, as you are the ultimate expert on who you are at your core.

With more than five years of experience helping teens and young adults struggling with anxiety and depression, I am passionate about the human condition and believe that all emotions serve a purpose. Our role as clinical therapists is to hold those emotions – hope, anger, sadness – for or alongside those we're working with in order to guide them into a life of health and happiness. As a licensed mental health counselor, I take an authentic, humanistic, and client-centered approach for patients across diverse cultural backgrounds. I’m here to help you navigate various life challenges, including anxiety, self-esteem issues, regulating emotions, relationship struggles, family dynamics, life transitions, and identity formation. Life can be challenging; you don't have to do it alone. In our work together, you can expect a warm environment that leans on psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help you identify and change unhealthy behaviors. My style is eclectic because I tailor my approach to each person's unique situation. Don't be shocked if we sometimes play music and do some art in session! No matter the approach, you can trust that I will always show compassion and client autonomy, which means meeting you where you’re at and understanding that every person's therapeutic journey is different. I look forward to hearing your own story in our work together. My path to becoming a therapist began in the classroom, where I noticed that students often needed more individual support than I could have provided, especially those with diverse cultural backgrounds. This inspired me to go back to school for my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling, deepening my commitment to providing culturally informed and holistic care for individuals and their families. In my practice now, I take pride in always bringing an authentic, attuned, and warm approach to each session.