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Online therapy for college students

College brings new freedom and new pressure at the same time. Therapy can help you manage stress, adjust to change, and take care of your mental health while you study.

Challenges students often bring to therapy

College life can involve:

  • Academic pressure and fear of falling behind
  • Balancing school with work and family responsibilities
  • Feeling lonely or out of place
  • Anxiety or low mood
  • Being the first in your family to go to college

Therapy that fits a student schedule

Online sessions mean no commute between classes, work, and home. You can join from your room or any private space, as long as you are in New York State during the session.

If you go home to another state for breaks, sessions will need to pause until you are back in New York. We can plan for this ahead of time.

Sliding scale for full-time students

We keep a limited number of sliding scale spots for full-time college students. See our pricing page to learn how it works, then contact us to ask about availability.

Common questions

How is this different from my campus counseling center?

Campus counseling centers are a great resource, and some offer only short-term support. Working with a private counselor gives you ongoing sessions that continue through breaks while you are in New York, and after graduation.

Do you offer a sliding scale?

Yes. We keep a limited number of reduced-fee spots for people facing financial hardship and for full-time college students. Proof of income is required for individual sliding scale spots.

What if I travel outside New York?

Sessions need to take place while you are in New York State. If you will be away, let us know and we can plan around it.

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Not sure where to start?

Fill out our short contact form and we will reply by email about services, availability, and rates. We are happy to help you figure out what fits.