Therapists for college students near 78705
Do you feel exhausted always chasing the next milestone, but it never feeling like enough? Do you feel burned out and ready to quit but still wanting to achieve your goals? or maybe a sense of self-doubt with the pressure to always perform at your absolute best? Are your relationships suffering because you prioritize your goals over your loved ones? Do you feel like something is missing or unsure of who you are outside of what you can accomplish? Or even worried that others may perceive you as weak or incapable? How is that guilt showing up that you might need to spend time prioritizing your mental health as well?
Life is full of obstacles and challenges; sometimes, this can contribute to things feeling hopeless or out of control. Learning healthy tools to overcome and deal with these situations is an important part of mental health as well as physical health. I believe that all people have the potential to improve their situation; sometimes, they just need support to navigate those changes. I have been providing counseling services for 20+ years, and have spent many years working with adolescents and young adults dealing with trauma, domestic violence, and depression/anxiety concerns. Every client is different and unique. I strive to create a trusting and caring environment where you will feel heard and supported as I work to get to know your individual needs. I value questions and want to partner with you to help you achieve your goals. If you have been considering therapy or on the fence, I would encourage you to give it a try.
I currently have immediate openings for teletherapy and I also offer walk-and-talk sessions at the San Jose Rose Garden. I am licensed in both California and Texas. I have more than ten years of experience working with adolescents and young adults. I most frequently help my college-aged clients navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, ADHD, executive dysfunction, giftedness, self-esteem and body image issues, relationships, grief, disordered eating, and trauma. I specialize in, and especially enjoy working with, ADHD, gifted persons, and college-aged young adults. As a private practice clinician since 2012, I take an affective, strengths based, approach to therapy. I practice cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems therapy, trauma-informed care, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness. I work with individuals and families, and I facilitate an LGBTQ+ inclusive group for college-aged young women and non-binary persons. My style of therapy is centered, relaxed, and collaborative. It is vital to my practice that clients know they are talking to a real human being, and my client-therapist relationships are built on mutual trust and safety. I believe that mental healthcare should be holistic. To get at the whole person, I like to explore the interplay between movement, nutrition, sleep, and time spent in nature. And because mental health impacts so much of our lives, I often advocate for my clients and help coordinate support with other academic and healthcare professionals. I strongly believe that mental healthcare should be accessible and easy to navigate for everyone. I welcome clients from all communities, backgrounds, and walks of life. Outside of my home office, I am an avid hiker and eater of takeout. I’m learning to surf, and my favorite part of every day is spending time with my sixteen-year-old wiener dog.
Most of the clients I work best with have one thing in common: they feel overwhelmed by the pressure to “have it all together,” especially around food, body image, and big life transitions. Many of them are students who look fine on the outside but are quietly struggling with anxiety, burnout, or feeling disconnected from their bodies. I often work with people who: Feel guilty or stressed about eating and don’t know how to break the cycle Overthink food choices or feel “out of control” around food Are adjusting to a big life change (moving away from home, starting college, pregnancy/postpartum, major stress) Carry a lot of self-criticism and feel exhausted from trying to meet everyone’s expectations Want a space where they can be honest without feeling judged or misunderstood My clients tend to be caring, hard-working, sensitive, and often the “strong one” in their friend group. They’re usually trying to balance school, relationships, and their own mental health—often without giving themselves the same compassion they give others. If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. My goal is to make therapy feel like a safe, steady place where you can slow down, understand what’s going on underneath the stress, and feel more connected to yourself again.
Welcome! I'm Alison Bankston, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and stress. My background includes working in both school counseling and private practice settings, supporting individuals through some of life's most challenging seasons. I have experience working with veterans, adolescents, young adults, and individuals coping with grief, identity concerns, family conflict, and major life changes. My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills while tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs and goals. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as you work toward meaningful change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, navigating a loss, or simply looking for a place to process life's challenges, I would be honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey.
Intimacy & Connection doesn't have to be out of reach... Pleasure should be accessible to everyone. Specializing in treating mismatched libido, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, vulvodynia, vaginismus, fear or anxiety associated with sex, dating coaching, communicating needs in a poly or ENM relationship, exploring kink in partnership and much, much more... Jessica Massaro, LCSWR (New York), owner of Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, PLLC, is a kink & fetish affirming relationship therapist and her goal is to help folx within partnered relationships (couples and ENM relationships) address concerns with their communication, create intimacy and connection, reignite chemistry, and provide sex education, because you *CAN* have the pleasure-filled life you're seeking. Jessica also works comfortably around issues of infidelity, helping couples repair ruptures, work through difficult life transitions and learn skills to support one another in feeling seen and heard. Cara Cole, LCSW, LCSW-C (Texas & Maryland) is a kind and empathetic therapist who believes in supporting individuals & families during life's transitional periods. Cara specializes in individual & partner relationship therapy as folx transition through each phase of life and learn to navigate each new chapter of your life, journey within parenting, identity, or phase of your partner relationship. Cara also loves supporting people around their bodies post shift in identity focusing on reclaiming or beginning to claim the authentic self again. Cara also has a special place in her heart and a special understanding for military families as this has been part of her own personal identity story.
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Do you feel overwhelmed, burnout, mentally or physically exhausted? Are you struggling with anxiety and can’t seem to manage mood swings? Unable to achieve your goals due to lack of attention span and decreased motivation? There may be many contributing factors complicating your situation such as unresolved conflicts from childhood, substance abuse and interpersonal relationships. It may also be quite scary to seek medications and treatment for things you can feel but not see. But let me tell you- we are not our brains! Rather we are affected by the way how our brain functions and we all depend on the healthy flow of neurotransmitters to function and to thrive. Some brains produce these naturally, while others require some assistance and that’s nobody’s fault- same way that it is not an individuals fault for producing less insulin or thyroid hormone. So let’s aim to resolve these mental health issues together with holistic and integrative methods. As a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, graduate of Vanderbilt University and with over a decade of experience, I am well versed in evaluating, diagnosing and treating mental health disorders for children, adolescents and adults. I am truly committed to provide exceptional and high-quality psychiatric care. Utilizing extensive expertise and evidence-based practices to enhance mental health across the lifespan and eliminate disparities. Passionate about making a positive impact on individuals’ well-being.
I see both teens and adults for any number of concerns that show up in daily life. Whether you just want to understand your brain better, are dealing with past or current traumas, struggling with crippling depression or anxiety, I've seen it all. We will work together using an eclectic approach of treatment modalities that will allow you to feel validated and encouraged along your growth. I can’t wait for you to fall more in love with who you truly are.
Throughout life, we are constantly growing, changing, and evolving. Navigating these transitions can bring about uncomfortable feelings or challenge us to learn something new about ourselves. You may be a young adult learning how to live independently, a new parent, trying to start a family, looking for a career change, or just wanting to improve your current relationships. No matter what stage of life you are in, you are brave to look for support and I am glad you’re here. I believe working through and processing difficulties can bring hope, healing, and ultimately growth. I work to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space and to collaborate with clients helping them find their identity, their strengths, their passions and help to understand their value so that they reach their therapeutic goals. Ultimately my hope is that my clients, regardless of age, will reach a level of self-acceptance where they feel empowered and lead fulfilling lives with meaningful relationships.
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The Mind Parlor is a collaborative counseling practice emphasizing specialized and high quality care. We're not a fan of "one size fits all"... it doesn't work for shoes and it definitely doesn't work for people. We also know your health and well-being are not places on which you want to skimp. This is why we've spent years perfecting our craft and compiling a network of high-caliber specialists to fit any need. We'll match you with the therapist that best fits you. Even if that means setting you up with one of our preferred providers out of house. Bottom line, you deserve the best quality. At The Mind Parlor, we want you to have just that. Now serving the entire state of Texas. Virtual appointments available.
*survivors of sexual trauma support group starting this May* please inquire more to join! Let's be real- the world has gotten a bit crazy right? Some days, it can feel like you're burnt out, barely making it by on fumes. Life can feel relentless sometimes, and you deserve a grounded and nonjudgmental place to come to for relief from the chaos. Therapy should be about giving you the time and space to breathe and unravel. Because things can get better with a little extra support. Let's work together to help you build resilience, cope with life's curveballs, and find yourself again! ***I also run group therapy for survivors of sexual assault. Please text me to join and learn more. 872-215-2542.***
You’re the strong one — the responsible one — the one who learned early how to hold it together. You navigate different spaces, code-switching when needed, carrying family expectations while trying to build relationships that feel healthy and secure. You’re self-aware, but old attachment patterns still show up. You’re ready to understand what shaped you and create connection that feels safe, mutual, and authentic. I provide trauma-informed, attachment-focused therapy for Black and Brown Millennials and Gen Z adults and couples. Using EMDR and relational therapy, we process generational and relational wounds so you can shift patterns at their root — not just manage the symptoms. You don’t have to keep carrying everything alone. Many of your patterns were learned for survival — they make sense. Therapy offers space to unlearn what no longer serves you and build something healthier. If you’re ready for intentional, culturally responsive depth work, I invite you to reach out.
Hello! I am an LMFT in Texas and my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported as we explore your experiences and build tools for healing. Clients describe me as a calm presence who can sit with the intensity of their feelings without pulling away. Together, we’ll explore the experiences that shaped you, untangle what’s no longer serving you, and build tools that help you cope, heal, and move toward the life you want. I would love to help you navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and neurodivergence. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected you’re in the right place. I am a narrative therapist who believes healing happens when your story is heard with care and without judgment. I aim to understand how you’ve adapted to hardship and help gently unblend anxious, depressed, angry, or hurt parts from your core self. I also offer EMDR to support those facing trauma, stress, or grief. I believe therapy is a place where joy can be recovered, hope can be rebuilt, and your story is honored. I became a therapist because I’m passionate about walking with people through hard seasons and helping push back the darkness in the world.
Texas therapy that embraces preferences, personalities, fetishes, relationships, kinks, gender identities and romantic feelings. I offer support to individuals, relationships, couples, and polycules seeking an honest, open, therapeutic space for growth and change.
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Dr. Claudine Onsongo is a doctorally prepared nurse practitioner, board-certified in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) with over 10 years of providing compassionate and effective care in variety of healthcare settings. My goal is to work together with you for an ideal treatment plan. Dr. Onsongo specializes in various mental health illnesses including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, schizophrenia, PTSD, eating disorders, among others. You are not just another patient, you are part of a team for continuity of growth. My treatment approach involves comprehensive evaluation, individualized treatment plan, active listening, and teamwork
CRM Counseling, Life Coaching, and Wellness is a collaboration among licensed professional counselors, life coaches, and a registered dietician. All of us bring different approaches, techiniques, life experiences, and backgrounds to the practice. Each of our providers, including the life coaches, holds a masters degree or higher in either a counseling or psychology field. We can help you with anxiety, academic stress, purpose finding, career guidance, goal setting, relationships, communication, substance abuse, and self-acceptance, just to name a few. CRM offers both in-person sessions at our Deer Park office and telehealth sessions. These options provide more availability and flexibility for you. All of this means that there is probably someone here to meet your needs. Give us a call, send us a text, or visit our website to get started.
College can be exciting, transformative, and overwhelming. Whether you're facing stress, relationship challenges, identity exploration, academic pressure, or major life transitions, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Abuse and over ten years of experience in healthcare and mental health settings. I’ve supported individuals from diverse backgrounds experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, OCD, ADHD, grief, and IDD across inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, and hospital environments. I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. Using a person-centered, strength-based, and evidence-based approach, I help clients recognize their resilience, build coping skills, and reconnect with their inner strength. I’m here to listen, support you through difficult seasons, and remind you that there is always a rainbow after the storm.