Therapists for college students near 53715

Many people need help through the rough patches in life, while others struggle every day with a mental illness. With empathy and acceptance, I will meet you at your current level of distress, addressing your concerns, taking into account biopsychosocial factors contributing to your discomfort. I use an eclectic approach to therapy utilizing strength and evidence-based therapies such as Bibliotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Therapy, Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, Mindfulness, Psycho-education, Solution Focused Therapy, as well as Supportive Therapy.

My goal is to create a space filled with healing, care, and compassion, where you feel safe and supported. Together, we’ll navigate the challenges of college life—whether it’s managing stress, handling homesickness, or finding ways to feel balanced. Sometimes, you just need someone to talk to in order to get back on track and feel at peace. My purpose is to support you so you can truly enjoy this time and feel confident about where you’re headed. Let's chat!

I have a Master's Degree in Social Work and a history in working in Health and Human Services, Inpatient Mental Health, and Outpatient Therapy. I have worked with children, adults, and families for the entirety of my career and have extensive history working with trauma. Apart from being a therapist, I am also a parent who enjoys reading, hiking, volleyball, and art. I value relationships with healthy boundaries and communication which is evident in my practice.

I work with driven achievers who find themselves feeling stuck with rumination, overthinking, unwanted and intrusive thoughts, or are overwhelmed with uncertainty. You may find yourself wanting to feel confident at work or school, in relationships, and in going about your daily tasks, but that doubt keeps you second guessing and avoiding. Together we will explore the challenges you are facing, utilize methods to recognize what keeps you stuck in the anxiety cycle, and learn how to respond to and face fears with self-compassion, and confidence. Building trust is central to the therapeutic relationship and I seek to meet individuals where they are in their process. I believe clients are the experts in their own lives and I use a style that is collaborative, goal-oriented, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I am trained in evidence-based practices for the treatment of OCD, anxiety, panic disorder and phobias, hair pulling and skin picking (BFRBs), and athlete mental health. I offer the space to cope with uncertainty, develop new skills, and make meaningful adjustments, and am licensed in IL, WI and FL.

I am a holistic therapist who works with adults of all identities and backgrounds. My practice supports clients navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, perfectionism, overfunctioning, career-related issues, and major life transitions. I believe that healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship, and I prioritize building a safe, collaborative, and compassionate space where clients feel truly seen and supported.

With over 40 years in the mental health field — first as a master's-level therapist and later as a psychologist — I've had the privilege of supporting people through some of life's most difficult moments. My experience spans individual therapy, crisis intervention (providing immediate support during mental health emergencies), and disaster human services (helping communities recover after traumatic events like natural disasters). But my work is only one part of who I am. I'm also a mom, a grandma, an active member of my community, and a proud dog lover. These parts of my life have given me a deep appreciation for the everyday challenges people face — and they shape the way I show up for my clients. I see the world through real-life experiences, not just textbooks, and I bring that perspective into every session.

You're juggling classes, a social life, maybe a job... it's no wonder you feel totally burned out and overwhelmed. Therapy can be a real game-changer for finding your balance and feeling more like yourself again. We offer a safe, non-judgmental space to develop personalized tools to handle the stress, find peace, and actually enjoy your life. We offer professional, compassionate counseling focused on issues such asf trauma, anxiety, depression, friendship/roommate/relationship stress, sexual abuse, and major life adjustments. Our goal is to help you build practical, personalized strategies and see more joy return to your life. If you're ready to make a positive change, we'd love to connect.

With over 20 years of clinical experience, my practice is currently focused on working with young adults struggling with a wide variety of issues such as anxiety, depressed mood, life transitions and life stressors, family and relationship issues, school and/or work/career issues and more.I work to help individuals navigate their emotional struggles. I am committed to providing compassionate and effective care within a supportive environment. My goal is to assist clients in making connections leading to improved outlook, reduced stress and achieving balance.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist and Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. For me, being a physician is more than a profession—it is a vocation to help indviduals flourish. My practice is devoted to students and young adults seeking thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care that extends beyond symptom relief. I provide comprehensive evaluations that consider medical, nutritional, lifestyle, and psychological factors—including laboratory testing when clinically appropriate—to identify the contributors to emotional and cognitive health. I also specialize in evidence-based de-prescribing for patients who wish to reduce or discontinue psychiatric medications for anxiety, attention difficulties, or substance use disorders. My approach is guided by precision, humility, and restraint: using the least intensive intervention necessary while drawing upon the full breadth of evidence-based medicine. Depending on each patient's needs and goals, I integrate psychotherapy, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, exercise, targeted supplementation, and, when appropriate, carefully selected medications into a personalized treatment plan. In addition to my clinical work, I have presented internationally on psychiatric deprescribing and medical ethics. My work has been recognized with awards from the American Psychiatric Association, the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions, the American Psychoanalytic Association, and other leading professional organizations. I am the Founder & Medical Director of Verigrate Health. I am licensed to serve patients in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Lousiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., and Wisconsin.

Hello! My name is Christy Vachavake and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here in Wisconsin. I work with adults in individual psychotherapy, and offer a warm, supportive space where you can speak openly and feel heard. I take a whole-person approach, considering how biological, psychological, and social factors all influence who we are and how we cope with life’s challenges. I bring a broad range of professional and life experience into my work, which allows me to approach therapy with steadiness and perspective. Before and throughout my work in mental health, I’ve supported people through a wide range of life experiences and challenges. That background has shaped a calm, steady approach to therapy and allows me to sit comfortably with difficult emotions, complex situations, and topics that can feel hard to name. In our work together, we focus primarily on the present — how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are showing up in your day-to-day life right now. While past experiences are important and may be explored, we focus on them mainly when they help us better understand what you’re dealing with today. My goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and develop a clearer understanding of yourself so you can move through life with more confidence and balance. Our first session is primarily a space for us to get to know one another. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’re hoping to work on, and what you want from the therapeutic process. I’ll ask questions to better understand your experiences and expectations, and you’ll have the opportunity to get a sense of my style and how I approach therapy. This initial session is not a full picture of what ongoing therapy feels like, but rather a foundation — my goal is for you to leave with a clearer sense of direction and whether working together feels like a good fit moving forward.

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I work with teens and young adults who are facing depression, anxiety, confusion about their identity, urges toward self-harm or suicidal thoughts. You might feel overwhelmed, unsafe inside your own skin, or unsure how to speak about what you are experiencing. Perhaps mood swings, stress, or parts of yourself feel too heavy or too hard to share. In the midst of inner chaos and pain it can feel like you are completely alone. I want you to know that you are not alone and I am ready to listen. I am ready to support you through these challenges so you can feel more confident, safe, and capable to handle what life brings. I use a strengths based, compassionate approach that honors you as a whole person. In our sessions I draw on evidence based strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while offering validation, gentle challenge, empathy and occasional humor. Together we explore what hurts, what is possible, and build practical coping skills and emotional tools for change. Through our work you may gain more confident, function better with daily living skills, and feel safer. You may gain insight into yourself, utilize coping skills, and reduce suffering. Over time you can grow toward greater stability, self-acceptance, and hope. You can click on my link to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation or to book a session. I look forward to supporting you on your journey!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) providing telehealth therapy in Ohio, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. I have over 6 years of experience across residential treatment, outpatient programs, Community Mental Health, private practice, and clinical leadership roles, and I am currently a solo private practice provider. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns. I offer a supportive, professional space for all clients and welcome individuals of any or no faith background. I am also open to integrating a Christian perspective when desired.

Hi there! My name is Anika Heaverlo and I am so glad you’re looking for a therapist- I know it can be a daunting task. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, processing difficult relationship dynamics between adult children and their parents, grief, and life transitions. I regularly work with college students trying to manage these issues, as well as balancing the stressors of college/family/friends/academics. Reach out today to start your uniquely tailored journey to wholeness and peace.

Hi! My main goal is always to help my clients to help themselves, so you feel empowered to embrace stress and change as it comes. With experience working in an eating disorder hospital and 7 years working as a therapist in the Athletic Depts at UT Austin and CU Boulder, I've been involved with supporting my clients through the life challenges that high schoolers, young adults, and adults face for my entire professional career. I am EMDR certified and use this to treat trauma, eating disorders, chronic pain, urges in addiction/EDs, and sport performance (both positive reinforcement as well as treating mental blocks). I particularly enjoy teaching tools for navigating anxiety and depressive symptoms, helping to make peace with body image, and supporting mental performance for sport. I also have a passion for supporting perfectionists to expand their view of themselves and learn to release a little of the control that is actually controlling them!

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We provide personalized, collaborative mental health care designed to meet people where they are - our clinicians work in tandem with each client to create a treatment experience that feels supportive, thoughtful, and tailored to your unique needs. We offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy, as well as comprehensive psychological and educational evaluations. Our areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, neurodiversity and autism, grief, and life transitions.

The passage into young adulthood can be both daunting and exciting. The stresses and joys of being independent can become overwhelming at times as one continues to figure out where school, friend, and family balance come into play to create a satisfying life. I have helped many through the twists and turns of anxiety, depression, grief/loss, family and friend dynamics, as well as helping those with mood and personality disorders. You don't have to navigate these struggles alone!

Hi! I am a licensed professional counselor who has worked a lot with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have also helped treat many people who just need some help handling everyday stress and major life transitions as well as learning about their identity and how it is different from their family. I hope that with my wide range of experience, and that I can help you and the challenges you are facing!