Therapists for college students near New York University

There are 6 therapists including myself in the practice. We are all different in our approaches and areas of expertise. Our fees are flexible, as are our hours. We are offering in-person sessions. All of us have worked with students since the start of our careers. In fact women roughly ages 18-25 is our favorite population to work with. We believe the fit between client and therapist is the most important aspect of therapy. You feeling listened to, not judged and that we are focused on helping you is our goal.

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Our practice has transitioned to teletherapy/remote sessions for the time being to do our part in helping diminish the spread of COVID-19. Please visit Zocdoc to see my open availability and book a session!

I believe that we all possess the power to make lasting changes in our lives. We just need the right support. I take a holistic attitude to understanding the challenges my clients face, including paying attention to the importance of culture and environment. I believe that change occurs when we acknowledge intersectionality, the complexity of identity, and the important roles that social systems like family, religion, culture, class, gender, and race play in people’s lives, not when we ignore the broader picture and focus only on the individual. My goal is to walk with you on your journey and provide compassionate and collaborative guidance that fits exactly who you are while helping you move towards how you want to be in the world. I work with people dealing with a whole variety of mental health and mental wellness concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, spirituality, career and personal development, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have a special love for providing counseling to international students, immigrants, and refugees. Want to get started? Email me.

Welcome to Full Spectrum. We are a multidisciplinary group of therapists who provide affirming and holistic psychotherapy for young people and adults. Our therapists all have creative arts therapy backgrounds and weave art-making, drama, movement, music, writing and other creative modalities into traditional talk therapy. Our team practices trauma-informed care and specializes in work with transgender and nonbinary communities, although all are welcome.

Shakira is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York state. Shakira completed her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Baruch College in New York City. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island. Shakira has experience with delivering counseling sessions to clients of all ages while addressing related issues such as interpersonal relationships, work-life stressors, depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, and providing counseling to clients with open criminal court cases. Shakira enjoys working with clients who are seeking to improve their quality of life. Shakira’s main goal is to help her clients feel supported and encouraged to address issues at their own pace. Shakira is known for her transparency, professionalism, humor, and compassion.

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I am a clinical psychologist working with emerging adults and couples, specializing in issues around gender and sexuality as well as creativity and artistic identity. In practice, I believe in the utility of a strong working alliance, and strive to make you feel both understood and empowered throughout the evolution of treatment. While psychodynamic in orientation, I view my practice as integrative. Looking at patterns present in affect, behavior, and cognition, as well as through interpersonal experience, I endeavor to meet each patient where they are. I have extensive experience in couples and group therapy, particularly with non-monogamous and queer-identified populations. My clinical approach is informed by Emotion Focused Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. At the same time, developmental history and early attachment patterns remain fundamental to my understanding of people. I view it as an immense privilege, coupled with high responsibility, to be entrusted with someone’s vulnerability. I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at CUNY City College. I also hold a Masters in Violin Performance from the Manhattan School of Music, where I subsequently served as a therapist in residence. I was formerly a violinist in the NYC-based quartet, ETHEL. My musical background and capacity for self-observation continue to inform my practice as a therapist. It is my experience that therapy provides a valuable stage, one on which you and I can imagine a different repertoire of human experience together.

Luciana Forzisi, Psy.D, LMSW, is an esteemed Psychotherapist with extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, addictions, and personality disorders. She integrates a diverse range of therapeutic approaches and training, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Schema Therapy, Mentalization-based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and more. Luciana's tailored treatment approach is based on individual preferences and needs, emphasizing collaboration, trust, and creating a safe space for clients to address sensitive issues and overcome personal struggles with resilience and compassion.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles, you’re not broken — you’re human. Therapy can help you connect to your sense of self and walk through life with greater clarity, courage, and confidence. I’m Jess and I’m so glad you found your way here. I draw from various therapeutic approaches including EMDR and IFS to help you navigate difficult emotions, cultivate presence, and take meaningful steps toward building the life you truly want. Our work will focus on rewiring unhelpful patterns, identifying more compassionate perspectives, and lightening the burdens that have been weighing you down. Through warmth, curiosity, and humor, I offer a space where all parts of you are seen, heard, and welcome. My hope is that our work together will empower you to develop a more loving, expansive relationship with yourself — and to create a life that feels aligned with the truth of who you are. Feel free to reach out by phone or email for a free consultation—I’m so looking forward to meeting you! <script src="https://thrivingcampus.com/verified.js?pid=24201"></script>

Leading with compassion, our therapists support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and life challenges, whether related to academics, navigating relationships, questions around identity or self-image, transitions, stress or grief. We are client-centered and work collaboratively to empower our clients toward growth and greater fulfillment using modalities including EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, EFT and somatic therapy. Many of us also have experience with meditation and mindfulness practices.

I am a licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety and depression relating to areas such as relationships, multicultural (ie. race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality) identity, adolescent/young adult identity development, and adjusting to academic and career-related stress. I have a background working with both traditional and non-traditional college students within multiple capacities including as an academic advisor, first-generation student counselor, mentor, and adjunct professor. Outside of private practice, I work at Jacobi Medical Center Hospital providing trauma-focused treatment to individuals struggling with chronic medical conditions. Additionally, I am an CUNY adjunct assistant professor within both graduate school counseling/counselor education and undergraduate psychology departments.

I’m Sheenu Nelson, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I provide comprehensive, evidence-based-care to adults 18 plus and older struggling with mental health issues. I have a Master's degree in Nursing with specialized training in psychiatric care, enabling me to assess, diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medications. I stay current with developments in mental health to provide the best care possible. I specialize in helping individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD and stress. I am dedicated to providing continuous support and adjusting your treatment as necessary to ensure the best outcomes. I prioritize your individual needs and preferences in developing a treatment plan that works for you. Together, we can work towards healing and a better quality of life. I offer a free 15 minute consultation.

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