Therapists for college students near University of Pennsylvania

We specialize in the treatment of Trauma/PTSD, alcohol/drug problems and co-occuring disorders. We also use evidence-based treatment to address anxiety, fears and phobias and other mental health problems.

My work with people focuses on meeting you where you are. First time in therapy? No problem, let's take it slow and figure out what you want to get out of this experience. A seasoned therapy pro? Let's talk about your past therapy experiences and go from there. Where ever you land on the therapy experience spectrum, you are welcome here and I look forward to working with you! The over arching goal of my work with clients is for you to align and connect with who you are and how you want to live. Sometimes that is really easy to identify, but it can also be tremendously overwhelming. Come as you are and leave who you want to be!

My passion is to help you learn about mental health and how to better manage any mental health symptoms. I am proficient at helping you manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, adjustment, relationship issues, time management, public speaking, etc. I am honored to be the one you choose to improve your mental health. Let's get to work!

You've trained your body, let's strengthen your mind. I provided a safe space for athletes to explore the internal game - with clarity, courage and compassion. I believe the toughest competition is often within. My mission is to guide athletes in discovering their mental power, cultivating emotional balance, and owning their unique inner arena.

I believe that clients are experts in themselves, and the counseling process serves as a vehicle for exploration, understanding, and change. Adversity and negative past experiences are part of all of our stories, but they do not define us. Counseling gives a space to reflect into the past providing an understanding of the influence these experiences have on our lives today. Using clients' insights, strengths and resilience I support and help our clients become the people they wish to be. My favorite part of supporting client's is supporting them in self-discovery and strengthening their sense of self. I strongly believe in providing high quality services to all individuals and affirming the dignity, worth and value of all. My approach as a therapist is a person-centered approach and strength based. I am also trained in CBT and integrate different interventions to meet client needs. I strive to create an open safe space for individuals to be their authentic-self and receive acceptance, kindness, and support. My goal for you is to give you the space you deserve to show the most authentic version of yourself feeling supported and empowered. The therapeutic alliance I believe is a collaborative one because you are the only expert of you. Client's work collaboratively with me to create the goals we will work towards. By the end of treatment, I want clients to have a strengthened sense of self as well as resilience, tools and techniques. I am a recent graduate from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine earning my Master's in Mental Health Counseling. I am the proud owner of Project Rise Counseling & Advocacy. I am a pre-licensed professional which means I am supervised by a licensed professional Alisa Trout. I am more than happy to answer any questions about how that works (: I strongly believe that all individuals should have access to mental health support thus I offer sliding scale services to overcome financial barriers. Whether you are looking for extra support throughout your academic journey, during a challenging situation, or you simply want to change directions in your life, I look forward to establishing a collaborative empowering relationship. I offer daytime, evening and weekend sessions!

Online therapy gives you the flexibility and expediency to meet life’s demands without compromising on selecting a qualified, skilled clinician. The benefits of online therapy are similar to face to face therapy except you get to work with an experienced psychologist in a comfortable location, at a convenient time. As long as you have internet access or a phone you can we can have a session. Therapy can assist you better managing feelings of anxiety, worry, and/or frustration. You could work on developing more effective problem solving strategies. It can aid you in enhancing communication, social, and coping skills. It may assist you in developing new tools for dealing with stress and increase your ability to relax. It can help increase your self-confidence and self esteem. With these new skills you may become better prepared for future stressors.

Hello, I am a compassionate and client-centered therapist who specializes in working with individuals impacted by trauma. I am certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy and draw from evidence-based practices to support clients in healing, reclaiming their stories, and building meaningful lives. In collaboration with clients, I strive to create a safe, affirming space grounded in emotional honesty, curiosity, and connection. It is an honor to witness each person’s unique strengths and walk alongside clients as they navigate recovery, process past experiences, and cultivate resilience.

College can be exciting, and overwhelming. Between classes, relationships, work, and figuring out what’s next, it’s easy to feel stressed, anxious, or stuck. The Nurturing Circle is a mental health private practice dedicated to supporting college students and young adults as they navigate this season of life. We offer a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationships, identity, self-esteem, and life transitions. Therapy at The Nurturing Circle is collaborative, down-to-earth, and tailored to your goals, whether you’re looking for coping skills, deeper self-understanding, or simply a place to feel heard. Our approach is affirming, student-centered, and focused on helping you build resilience, confidence, and balance; both in college and beyond. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start therapy. Showing up is enough.

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Throughout the stages of life, we struggle to identify and embrace who we are and act with confidence in the midst of adversity. Sometimes, life is not kind and we need guidance and support to rediscover our strength and find hope and overall life success. If you are experiencing loss, life change, or wondering what is next for you, I can help with high quality, caring, and proven mental health counseling to support you in your journey towards overall mental and emotional wellness. You don’t have to do this alone! Take the next step by making an appointment today!

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I enjoy helping students navigate the challenges of college life. You may be dealing with stress, anxiety or depression. You might have have problems with relationships. It can be hard balancing work, family life and academics. I'm here to help. I can help you to find ways to manage college life. I am conveniently available via telehealth to you.

Do you desire to awaken to your deepest passion, to your life purpose, to your potential? Are you ready to craft a life and relationship of your own creative and bold design? Are you in the midst of a big life transition desiring to more fully align with your core values and live according to your own “true north”? Are you ready to up-level and transform your relationships and more masterfully connect, communicate and cohabitate? I'd be honored to partner with you and support you in creating a life that is in full alignment with your deepest desires, a life infused with joy and abundance, a life that you absolutely love. As an Intimacy and Relationship expert, my goal is to support you in shifting from conflict to connection as you develop deeper insights and understanding of yourself and your loved ones. I look forward to assisting you in developing new skills, tools and practices to consciously create more aligned, fulfilling, healthy and mutually satisfying relationships. Let me be your guide into personal growth, transformation and empowerment while you grow confidence, clarity, inspiration and effectiveness in every area of your life. I believe in your rise and can’t wait to connect. I am an LGBTQ+ ally and welcome clients of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, backgrounds, identities, orientations and relationships styles.

If you struggle with self-esteem, managing emotions, boundaries in relationships, or you've survived a traumatic childhood or young adulthood, I may be a good fit for you. Abusive or neglectful experiences from our past can impact our self-worth, our capacity to cope with stress, and our ability to feel safe connecting with others. I specialize in working with people who have had trauma in their lives or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, whether in your childhood, in a relationship, or due to COVID or another recent isolated experience. I offer weekly therapy as well as skills training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. I see therapy as a resource for you, a way to find coping skills that actually work for you. You can learn to shift the way you respond to stress & let go of unhelpful patterns. My other areas of expertise: working with young adults facing anxiety, depression, or difficult life transitions, & people facing the challenges of pregnancy and/or new parenthood. I'm committed to helping you heal. Through our work together, I will help you find compassion, respect and forgiveness for yourself. By starting with a safe and supportive relationship in therapy, you can become grounded, confident, and able to feel more connected to others. Please feel free to reach out to discuss options and make a plan. You are worth it.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, but you’re not alone. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel safe and supported. My goal is to build a strong relationship based on trust, so we can work through the challenges you’re facing. I believe self-awareness and introspection are key to growth and happiness. We’ll explore what’s holding you back, uncover coping skills, and help you embrace who you are. Along the way, we’ll dive into what self-care means for you, making it a meaningful part of your life.

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Finding calm and clarity when your mind won’t slow down is possible. I can guide the way. We have more influence over our thoughts than we realize. In our work, you’ll learn to approach your thinking more intentionally. As your thoughts change, you’ll start to notice changes in how you feel, the choices you make, and how you move through your life. I help clients slow things down, make sense of what’s been difficult, and address the patterns that keep them feeling stuck. This often includes working through anxiety, depression, and the impact of trauma and past experiences. I also support women navigating life transitions, helping them feel more grounded and steady through change. My approach is thoughtful and practical, combining insight with tools you can use in your day-to-day life.

You're heading into college, and you couldn’t be more excited about it. However, you start to notice that you have some stomach aches, feel nervous all the time, and don't like to go out as much as you used to. You don't seem like your usual self. You feel stressed, hopeless, and don’t know where to turn for help. Together, we’ll work to conquer the stress that you are experiencing. We’ll discover what the source of the stresses are, develop the skills necessary to cope with them and build confidence to take on life’s new responsibilities. I’ll be there to support you every step of the way, providing feedback and tools for success. You’ll soon be wondering why these things bothered you in the first place. I’ve helped individuals and families struggling with life transitions my entire career. I believe many life challenges have the potential of being overcome, and I have helped many students do so! Using my years of experience, I’ll assist you in regaining confidence to take life head on. Ready to begin this journey? Get in contact using the email below.

Hi there! Thank you for pausing here. Deciding to look for help was hard to begin with and finding the right helper seems even more difficult, I know. Whatever issues you are facing, perhaps its depression that is attached to your past, stress related to your present, or anxiety that is attaching itself to your future, I can help you work through it. It’s a privilege for me to be able to share lessons of hope and walk alongside my clients, until they have the breakthrough that they so desperately desire. My greatest joy is to see you step out from darkness into a brighter, lighter future – stronger, wiser, and hopeful! Life has not always been easy, so let's talk about it. There’s a Japanese practice of using liquid gold to fill in the cracks of broken pottery. Kintsugi, as it’s called, teaches that broken objects are not something to hide but to display with pride. I am here to help you fill the cracks and move on with your life. The one that is truly meant for you. - Talk soon, Gloria

I have a great passion for helping those struggling with challenges while attending college. My approach in therapy is to work as a team with you to make the discomfort you are going through become more manageable. Your discomfort may not disappear, but I can help you navigate these feelings. I aim to empower you to feel more in control of your response to the struggles of life. I am very solutions focused. In order to feel different, we have to try something different. I offer psychoeducation, suggest different coping skills and will point out the patterns of behavior/choices in your life and how they are impacting you. I really enjoy helping those who struggle with perfectionism and people pleasing behaviors. My approach in therapy is to work as a team with you to make the discomfort you are going through become more manageable. Your discomfort may not disappear, but I can help you navigate these feelings. I aim to empower you to feel more in control of your response to the struggles of life. I am very solutions focused. In order to feel different, we have to try something different. I offer psychoeducation, suggest different coping skills and will point out the patterns of behavior/choices in your life and how they are impacting you. I really enjoy helping those who struggle with perfectionism and people pleasing behaviors. View 4 Photos I have helped people help themselves through many different challenges in life including anxiety, traumatic events, living with HIV, grief and loss, coping with symptoms of schizophrenia, body image issues, depression, hurtful family dynamics, toxic work environments, co-dependency and avoidance. I specialize in treating women and the LGBTQIA+ community. I believe that in order for us to grow into the best version of ourselves, we have to get to the root of our discomfort. I will try to help make the discomfort you are facing more manageable. I can help you reframe limiting beliefs, challenge negative thoughts, and learn about healthy boundaries.