Therapists for college students near 27705

At Clarity Cove Counseling, we specialize in helping children, teens, adults, and families navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, school and work stress, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of the people who come to us are bright, capable, and caring but underneath, they may be overthinking everything, putting enormous pressure on themselves, struggling with confidence, feeling overwhelmed by expectations, or simply not feeling like themselves. Parents may be wondering how to help a child who is anxious, shutting down, struggling socially, or having big emotions. Adults may look like they have everything together while privately feeling exhausted, stuck, disconnected, or caught in the same patterns over and over again. We help our clients understand what's happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools they can use in everyday life. That might look like a teen learning to manage anxiety without avoiding the things that matter to them, a student finding strategies that make ADHD more manageable, or a child learning to understand and regulate big emotions. For adults, progress might look like quieting the constant mental noise, setting boundaries without feeling consumed by guilt, understanding how past experiences are affecting present relationships, responding rather than reacting, and letting go of the pressure to always hold everything together. It can mean feeling more confident in your decisions, more connected in your relationships, and more like yourself again. For families, change might look like calmer mornings, fewer power struggles, more open conversations, and parents feeling more confident about how to support their child without constantly wondering if they're doing the right thing. Our goal isn't simply to help you feel better during a therapy session. We want what happens in the therapy room to translate into real life, at home, at school, at work, in your relationships, and in the way you see yourself. Located in Mooresville, NC, Clarity Cove Counseling offers a warm, down-to-earth space where you can feel understood, build meaningful skills, work through what's keeping you stuck, and begin creating a life that feels calmer, more connected, and more like your own.

Ashley Morgan, LCMHCA, is a Teen, Young Adult & Adult Therapist in Mooresville, NC serving clients ages 12+. She has spent several years working in middle and high school settings, supporting adolescents through academic, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Through these experiences, she developed a passion for helping teens, young adults, and adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, life transitions, and emotional challenges while building confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. Ashley also enjoys helping high school students prepare for college, career decisions, increased independence, and the transition into adulthood. Ashley has developed a passion for helping teens, young adults, and adults build confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. Through these experiences, she has developed a strong passion for helping young people and adults navigate difficult seasons while building confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. Ashley creates a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable exploring anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and personal challenges without judgment. Whether teens, young adults, or adults are seeking support for anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, or life transitions, Ashley strives to help each client feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for lasting change. She believes that therapy can provide valuable insight, encouragement, and support during life's most challenging moments. Using evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, Ashley works alongside clients to strengthen coping skills, improve emotional regulation, reduce anxiety, and foster long-term personal growth.

"Strength Harbor PLLC is a growing virtual mental health group proudly serving individuals and families across North and South Carolina. We specialize in helping people navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, and relational challenges—offering individual, couples and family therapy in a flexible, virtual format. Our goal is to make mental health support accessible, compassionate, and culturally attuned. We currently accept Medicaid, Medicare Aetna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare and Cigna. We’re also proud to have Spanish-speaking counselors and therapists from a variety of cultural backgrounds."

At Rebirth, we understand that college can be exciting, but it can also come with a lot—trying to balance classes, work, relationships, family responsibilities, finances, and figuring out what’s next in life. Our goal is to create a comfortable and supportive space where students can talk openly about stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, or simply feeling overwhelmed. We provide therapy for individuals ages 12 and up, with both virtual and in-office options to make getting support a little easier. Most importantly, we want college students to know that you don’t have to wait until things become too much before reaching out for support.

Yareni Dake, is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in life transitions, trauma, and coping mechanisms. Yareni offers an empathic, non-judgmental space where clients can explore and process their thoughts and emotions. The goal is to help them understand the unconscious and other motivations that may be affecting their day-to-day experiences. Yareni works to empower clients through a comprehensive counseling style that supports healing of the mind, body, and spirit. The therapeutic approach is solution-focused. Clients and [Name] explore their story together and work on a path to healing. Along the way, clients build a better understanding of themselves and the other influences in their world, with compassion and patience guiding the process. She also values a relational, supportive approach to therapy and is open to adding mindfulness and relaxation techniques based on each client’s needs. The types of therapies she specialize in are: Interpersonal, Psychodynamic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Trauma Focused Therapy.

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Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with over 10 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings and with all ages. Rachel’s passion is working with individuals, families, and couples to establish and restore healthy relationships. She enjoys helping people clarify and work toward their goals so they can live their lives to the fullest. Her Services include: Relationship, family, and marriage difficulties Coping with life transitions Stress management and reduction Substance use and addiction issues Depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder Chronic mental illness

The problems you’re experiencing may seem overwhelming, but they can provide an opportunity for you to change your life for the better. Seeking out help is an important step toward dealing with the problems that have kept you from thinking, feeling, and relating to others the way you want. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing a variety of challenges. My two primary areas of focus and expertise are working with clients who are experiencing problems in their relationships, and those who are going through a transition in their lives that is creating stress. My approach assists you in developing a broader, more positive sense of self. In turn, you will become better equipped to cope with life’s challenges. I’ll also help you to perceive how your relationships have shaped you, and recognize how you can alter their patterns in positive ways. If you wish to examine how spirituality shapes your life, I provide an environment in which you can clarify your ideals and values while respecting your religious identity and traditions. I would be honored to serve in helping you find a better way to live.

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Dr. Gandhi provides Psychiatric Evaluation and treatment in form of Medication management and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy to children, adolescent, and adults. Dr. Gandhi is Board Certifired in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. Dr. Gandhi has also completed separate training on Psychodynamic/Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Dr. Gandhi follows a Biological- Psychological and Social model to formulate a treatment plan to suit one's needs.

I work with college students who are tired of overthinking everything, worrying they did something wrong, and feeling misunderstood—even when they're trying really hard to get it right. Maybe there was a lot of stress growing up. Someone you love may have had a hard childhood of their own, struggled with addiction or mental health, or there was simply a lot going on. You may have learned to notice what other people needed, keep the peace, or grow up pretty quickly. And somehow, you can be incredibly capable while still feeling like you have no idea what you're doing. Being away at college can give you enough distance to start seeing things differently. At the same time, there's that voice saying, "It wasn't that bad." "Other people had it worse." "Maybe I'm overreacting." You can understand why things were the way they were, care deeply about the people in your life, and still wonder whether some of it affected you more than you've let yourself believe. You may want something different without blaming anyone, being ungrateful, or feeling like you're betraying the people you love. In therapy, we don't have to decide whether it was "bad enough." We get curious about how things came to make sense—what you learned, what you needed, what may have been missing, and how it shows up now. We use different questions and approaches so you have more ways to understand yourself and more choices about what comes next. Therapy with me is meant to feel natural. You can start with "I don't know," jump around, use humor, or have no idea where to begin. You can understand where you came from, care about the people who got you here, and still want something different for yourself.

As a Licensed School Counselor and Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I know each of us face challenges, life transitions, and pain. The bulk of my work is dedicated to helping clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and interpersonal challenges. Additionally, I have a passion for working with clients who are academically gifted or twice exceptional! I work with clients to bring meaning and understanding to how their thoughts, beliefs and life experiences impact their actions and related outcomes. I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Exposure Response Prevention principles and interventions to encourage insight and behavioral change. I know seeking therapy and finding a therapist is a risk that feels scary to many. My goal is to honor that bravery, hold space for anything you bring to the table, and help you move forward in a safe and comfortable environment.

Starting therapy in college can feel intimidating, especially when you're juggling classes, relationships, family expectations, and trying to figure out who you are and what you want. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure about the future, or like you're supposed to have it all together when things feel anything but. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I work with college students who are navigating things like self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and trouble setting boundaries. In therapy, we’ll look at the patterns behind what’s keeping you stuck and find practical, manageable ways to help you feel more confident and in control. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I pull from approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you build coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and reconnect with what actually matters to you. I’m LGBTQIA+ affirming and committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming space for people of all identities and backgrounds. Whether you’re coming in with a specific concern or just a feeling that something’s off, I’m here to support you through it.

In therapy, I work collaboratively with my clients to explore themselves and move towards the life they want and deserve. I might be a good therapist fit for you if. . . You are LGBTQ and want to process your identity in therapy and/or if you are seeking therapy for other parts of you in a safe, affirming environment You are seeking care and support around body image or your relationship with food, size, desirability, etc You are looking for space to process the ways structural oppression and internalized isms are impacting your relationships, access, etc You are wanting to get to know yourself, understand how your past has shaped you and process how that impacts your life now You are working on having boundaries, knowing your capacities and building a life that works for all parts of you You are seeking a therapeutic environment that is supportive, direct, genuine and warm. I specialize in working with queer and trans folks and people with complex relationships with food and body image. I also work with folks who are experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, career and relationship uncertainty, caregiver fatigue and chronic stress. I am also polyam, kink and sex worker positive. I deeply believe every individual has the right to determine for themselves who they are, what they need and what type of life they want to live. I work collaboratively with my clients to build understanding of self and move towards their goals.

When we can sit with our feelings and examine our thoughts we have an increased ability to understand our decisions and behaviors as well as the choices that are available to us. We utilize a non judgmental and warm approach to fully understand where clients are in their journey. We believe our clients present us with an enormous gift by sharing their vulnerabilities and strengths; we take therapy seriously and hope that each session is productive and our clients leave with a broader understanding of themselves and what they can do in the moment to feel better. We openly welcome clients of color, immigrants, queer and trans* clients, and clients of all genders. We provide individual counseling to help each person identify their own strengths and contributions to creating a life worth living. We have many years of experience providing trauma focused work, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and internal family systems therapy. We are comfortable treating a number of diagnoses, histories, and symptoms, including, but not limited to: life adjustments, trauma, sexual abuse, adoption issues, attachment disruptions, depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, difficulties with emotion regulation, issues of over control, self harming behaviors, and suicidal ideation.

You are at your threshold and something has to give. Maybe you have been struggling for years, or maybe you have new stress that feels unmanageable. You've tried changing your diet, journaling, talking it out, and nothing seems to change. It may seem as though things will never be different in your life or your relationships. But, after years of experience working with others just like you, here is the truth: lasting change is possible. My clients come to me because they want a shift and are seeking support as they turn onto a new path. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, using a goal-oriented, holistic approach. Imagine what it would feel like to finally be able to let go of the constant worrying, suspicion, anger, and resentment. To feel like you can set boundaries and have the energy to participate in your life and experience joy again. You would be a better partner, friend, and parent, someone who is capable of saying "no" clearly, or "yes" wholeheartedly. I am committed to helping you unravel old wounds as you strengthen and create a new direction in your life and relationships. My goal is to create a warm, non-judgmental and safe space for self-reflection, recovery, and personal growth.

We are a growing practice of experienced therapists, each with different focuses and specialties including anxiety, trauma, domestic violence, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, issues regarding college athletics, transitions in life, relationships and eating. We also offer Health Coaching and Life Coaching. Evening and weekend appts available. We accept most major insurances, private pay and sliding scale fee options.

Radical Healing is a vibrant collective of diverse healers and activists, committed to inclusivity and social justice. Our approach emphasizes the relationship between individual wellness and social justice – knowing deeply that individual wellness can be better leveraged in a society that is well. We know radical inclusion requires an openness to radical transformation and through ongoing evolution, we can build healthier and more inclusive societies where everyone can be fully human.

We offer a collaborative therapy approach that is both supportive and challenging. We utilize only research-based therapies in an approachable and flexible way, taking each client’s goals into account.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey where you and I work together to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a non-judgmental environment where you can openly express yourself. In our therapist-client relationship, I see myself as a supportive guide, here to help you gain insights, develop coping skills, and set achievable goals. Together, we’ll create a safe and trusting space for you to work through challenges and find a path towards personal growth and healing. Ultimately, success in therapy is about empowering my clients to lead more fulfilling, balanced, and purposeful lives by applying the insights and skills gained during our therapeutic journey.