Therapists for college students near Harvard University
I specialize in anxiety and stress issues. Although these problems are sometimes caused by your biological makeup, most are triggered by various life stressors. Common triggers are academic pressures, interpersonal conflicts, relationship breakups and family situations. Therefore, I believe it is crucial to collaborate with my clients to design solutions that are tailored to their strengths and personality.
Founded in 2018 by Cindy Faria, LICSW and inspired by the quote, "If you cannot change the wind, adjust your sails", our company embodies the belief that life's journey toward healthy relationships, joy, purpose, and more should not be navigated alone. We specialize in supporting individuals with anxiety/mood concerns, helping navigate and improve intimate and family relationships, guiding through life transitions, and caring for those suffering from issues rooted in systemic racial oppression, socioeconomic barriers, LGBTQIA+ concerns, cultural/spiritual differences, and more. However, please know that our doors are open to all individuals seeking therapeutic support.
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I’ve had the privilege of working with students from all walks of life—PhD candidates at MIT, first-year undergraduates just beginning their college experience, and international students who have traveled across the world to study in the Boston area. I understand the unique mix of excitement, pressure, and expectation that comes with academic life, and I know that the right therapeutic support can make all the difference between simply getting through college and truly thriving in it. We don’t leave our pasts behind when we move onto campus. Sometimes, unresolved experiences or past trauma can create barriers to feeling fulfilled or confident in this new chapter. College is about much more than your major—it’s a time of self-discovery, growth, and learning how to navigate both independence and connection. Whether you’re seeking support for stress management, identity exploration, or processing painful experiences, I’m here to help you build insight, resilience, and a stronger sense of self as you move through this important stage of life.
Dr. Lacasse is a board certified adult psychiatrist with specialized training in treating patients for whom non-psychiatric medical illness is also a concern. He offers diagnostic assessment and consultation as well as ongoing medication management and individual psychotherapy in Cambridge. Dr. Lacasse seeks to create a warm, accepting, and client-centered environment. He believes that collaboration and shared decision-making are key to achieving the best outcomes and works with clients to develop a treatment program that best meets their specific needs and is consistent with their values. His approach includes the use of medications and integrative therapy, combining principles of humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and wellness-based interventions that address elements such as restorative sleep, nutrition and exercise, and stress-reduction. Dr. Lacasse has a long-standing interest in understanding how social and cultural factors influence the expression and treatment of mental health concerns.
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.
I believe that therapy is a journey that takes place in a safe and collaborative space between therapist and client. Within that space, I use a warm, supportive, curious and empathic approach to guide our work as we look at current and past stressors that may be causing you to feel "stuck" in various aspects of your life. Together, we can work to identify your inner strengths and resources that will aid you in managing current stressors, work through past events, and move towards health and healing. Specializations include: PTSD/Complex PTSD, Anxiety/Stress, Dissociation, Attachment, Sexual Assault/Abuse, and relationship/adjustment challenges. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach that is geared towards meeting my clients' individual needs and is aimed at promoting growth, clarity, and overall well being. I have had training in the most advanced treatment of anxiety, stress and trauma including EMDR, Sensorimotor/body-based therapies, and attachment-based psychotherapies. I remain up-to-date with the most effective therapies to aid my clients in developing tools and skills to meet the challenges of everyday life. I understand that finding the right therapeutic fit is a process and appreciate the strength and courage it takes to reach out for support. I look forward to the opportunity to consult with you about your needs.
Hi! I'm Virginia Mahoney, founder and lead clinician at Lockwood Wellness. I believe in fostering a space where kindness towards oneself intertwines with the courage to face life's challenges. At the heart of my approach lies the belief that you are the expert of your own story. Together, we embark on a transformative journey to unravel feelings, recognize patterns, and reframe thoughts, empowering you to lead the life you envision. Before moving to private practice I have worked with children, teens and young adults in a variety of settings from schools and hospitals to college campuses.
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I am a psychotherapist with more than 20 years of clinical, teaching and research experience. I work with individuals experiencing an array of circumstances and challenges. One of my specialties is counseling people with a focus on those in high-risk professions (e.g., law enforcement, fire/rescue, EMS, military) and their loved ones. I also work with a broad range of individuals employed in other “helping professions” (e.g., medical and mental healthcare providers, veterinary medicine professionals, educators, prosecutors, clergy) whose careers may have been negatively impacted by job and/or personal circumstances. I work with many other types of clients. My easy-going manner and collaborative style help clients develop effective strategies to enable you to better cope with, or to resolve challenges and issues, which adversely affect well-being and quality of life; depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, grief/loss, trauma, medical problems etc. The blending of my academic training, life experiences, accumulated clinical skills, and my “ability to be real with clients” combine to put my clients at ease and guide them in successfully navigating life’s challenges.
The therapy session is a time and space one sets aside to focus on self. To be with self. And to build one’s self. It can be challenging to reflect on patterns, thoughts and emotions, relationships, past events and/or change, but it can also be transformative and rewarding. My role as your therapist is to witness your process and to reflect back with you along the way. The therapeutic relationship is an essential piece of my practice and is built on honesty, trust, empathy, and compassion. In conjunction with traditional psychotherapeutic frameworks (CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Psychodynamic), I use Expressive Arts Therapy (Movement, Drama, Music/Sound, Art) to help foster a creative process. When applied therapeutically, a creative process can help a person heal, open up to change, and may offer new feelings, thoughts, insights, and perspectives As a Dance/Movement Therapist, I specialize in using movement as a tool to identify, explore, and shift the way one relates to self, other, and the world around. I believe engaging in an integrative, body based psychotherapy process is a direct and effective path to embodied growth and transformation.
Are you a student who's putting in the time and effort, but not receiving the results you feel you should? Does it feel like more time and effort than your fellow students? Do you have some challenges around organization, time management, setting priorities, starting projects or following though? All of these characteristics (an others) are signs of Executive Function challenges. Contact me. We can work together to get you back on track and realize your goals! With over a decade of experience in Disability Services in Post-Secondary education, Gabe has enjoyed providing access to learners with diverse disabilities and social/emotional challenges, as well as providing holistic care to those who are at-risk. Gabe is also a licensed School Adjustment Counselor and trained as an Executive Function ADD/ADHD Coach, and Mental Health counselor, allowing him to add an education/learning expertise to his work with Castle Hill families and clients. Gabe’s work revolves around the core belief that we can all thrive when able to access the right supports and resources to meet our individual needs.
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT. Find the right fit of medications for you. Totality Mindcare is Accepting New Patients! If you're tired of feeling this way and ready to give medications a try. We are here for you. We know it could be scary to think of managing your symptoms with a medication, but it is no different than using an inhaler for your asthma, or Tylenol for a headache. Anxiety, depression, mood changes, etc. are a medical condition too. Totality Mindcare psychiatry offers a journey where understanding meets compassion, & where the power of education, collaboration, & freedom of choice become the key to mental well-being. I approach treatment with a team mindset, working together to find practical interventions tailored to your lifestyle. Services include diagnostic evaluation & medication management, often incorporating therapeutic techniques, functional interventions, and/or integrative practices to address your mental health concerns holistically & effectively.
I believe entering into a therapeutic relationship shows a desire to grow and learn during a time that may be difficult. Luckily, this is where the possibility for unlocking potential and true growth begins. At our practice, we strive to foster an environment where people feel safe, comfortable and open towards being challenged, allowing them to persevere and achieve.
I specialize in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy; these approaches are particularly suited for such issues as coping with losses, reducing self-criticism, increasing relationship fulfillment and bolstering creativity. Often, I work with people whose prior therapy experience(s) was symptom-oriented or brief but who found themselves wondering if there is something more. I also often work with people in academia, such as graduate students and post-docs. I am particularly passionate about graduate student mental health and am aware of the unique stressors often faced by doctoral students, as well as the factors that make it more challenging to reach out for support. I am aware of the ways that concerns pertaining to identity, belonging and family of origin often begin to come to the fore when one finds themselves in a new environment and/or a new academic/professional endeavor.
We offer Telehealth - SNBCare is a multidisciplinary group of dedicated professionals, providing best quality care for a wide range of outpatient mental health services. We have been serving adults, families, and couples for over a decade in a caring, patient-friendly environment. In providing behavioral health and mental health care services, we strive to integrate research evidence, clinical expertise and client values into our clinical practice. Our experienced and trusted staff members include licensed Psychiatrists, Psych NP and therapists. Together, this team of professionals uses the latest clinically proven methods and customized treatment plans for you and your loved ones. We recognize the individuality of all our patients and tailor services to meet their unique needs. With evidence-based treatment techniques that include individual or family therapy, insight-focused counseling, as well as psychiatric medicine and transcranial magnetic stimulation, we take a holistic approach to your treatment.
Whether you're seeking help for managing stress, improving relationships, or coping with life transitions, I am here to provide the support and guidance you need. My ultimate aim is to empower you with the tools and insights necessary for a more fulfilling and balanced life. I am a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to assisting adults, children, and families coping with anxiety, depression, career/school struggles, relationship issues and other life challenges. I value collaboration and will work closely with you to set and achieve your therapeutic goals. My approach is client-centered and integrates evidence-based practices tailored to each client's unique needs and strengths. I draw from various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, and mindfulness. I aim to provide a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space to empower my clients to overcome obstacles and realize their potential for growth and change. Please feel free to reach out and schedule a consultation. I look forward to getting to know you and starting our work together.
Do you sometimes feel unsure of who you are? Are you going nonstop because being still feels impossible? Do you find that you're often trying to make yourself fit others' expectations, leaving you feeling uncomfortable in your own skin? Maybe you've lost a sense of who you are, always questioning everything you do and not wanting to be too much. You might freeze up, experiencing headaches and tension. You could be trying to control things like food intake or find yourself late-night bingeing. The ways you used to cope don't serve you anymore, leading to shame spirals and constant self-blame. It's hard to prioritize yourself when your mind is always racing. But you want more from life. You want to understand yourself, live in the present, and create a life that aligns with your values. You crave connection with others, the freedom to move comfortably, and the ability to trust your emotions. Your goal is to feel safe and free in your body, build healthy relationships, and find liberation. Therapy can help you find peace and deeper connections, especially when dealing with trauma and PTSD. Reaching out is a courageous act. In our sessions, we’ll focus on curiosity, presence, connection, and ease. I will provide a safe, non-judgmental space where your experiences are valued. Building trust is key. As a neurodivergent person in a larger body, I offer a unique perspective and empathy. My approach is rooted in cultural humility, offering HAES-aligned, fat-positive, neurodiversity-affirming, and gender and sexuality affirming care. We’ll mix processing and skill-building to help you manage emotions and reconnect with your body. Therapy can help you break trauma cycles and find fulfillment. Let’s take this step together, toward healing, connection, and peace.
Licensed independent clinical social worker/therapist specializing in treating people ages 18 yrs old and up. Together, we can create a plan to manage and reduce symptoms of loss, grief and bereavement, difficulties adjusting to life changes, anxiety and stress. I use an integrative therapeutic approach that includes different treatment modalities such as mindfulness, solution-focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I am a bilingual and bicultural English/Spanish speaking clinician who provides BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ affirming care. My focus is to provide trauma sensitive, culturally sensitive, strength-based, person-centered, holistic treatment modalities to help you achieve your goals. Reaching out for support can be very daunting - congrats on taking the first step towards wellness and healing. With extensive experience, I work with individuals in a collaborative, warm and compassionate manner. It will be an honor to support you thought this journey. Looking forward to hearing from you.