Therapists for college students near Northeastern University

Katie is a master’s level counselor who is dedicated to working holistically with each client to reach their personal goals. Her approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and respect, meeting clients where they are and creating a space where they feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. Katie centers her work around the idea that the client is the expert of their life. Her role is to offer support, evidence-based tools, and a collaborative relationship. Katie brings both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of performance psychology to her work. Her clinical experience includes supporting college students, athletes, and high-performing individuals, particularly those navigating anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, ADHD, OCD, perfectionism, burnout, social anxiety, grief and trauma. Katie is also committed to supporting BIPOC clients and creating inclusive, culturally responsive care that honors the client’s lived experience. Katie draws upon techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (Act), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to create individualized treatment plans. Katie completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Yale University and her Master of Education in Counseling, specializing in Sport Psychology at Boston University. Please be aware that ordinary e-mail that is not encrypted is not a secure method of communication. Any email sent to us by you via Thriving Campus constitutes your acknowledgment of the risks of unsecure communication and your authorization for us to communicate with you by email. If you do not wish to receive an email response, please reach out by phone.

My name is Emily Lochran. I graduated from Quinnipiac University with my bachelors degree and Bay Path University for my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Helping others is my passion, but most importantly I strive to be approachable and encourage my clients to explore their existing skills and strengths to help support and work through their current struggles. I adopt a systemic and strength-based approach to therapy, recognizing the importance of understanding the culture, systems, and relationships that shape people's lives and challenges. I am dedicated to creating a non-judgmental, warm, and supportive environment in therapy, offering empathy, collaboration, and authenticity. I strive to help clients identify their internal and external resilience and strengths, and enjoy teaching tools to cope with stress and improve connections. Please be aware that ordinary e-mail that is not encrypted is not a secure method of communication. Any email sent to us by you via Thriving Campus constitutes your acknowledgment of the risks of unsecure communication and your authorization for us to communicate with you by email. If you do not wish to receive an email response, please reach out by phone.

I believe therapy starts with connection. I bring warmth, sensitivity, and active engagement to my work, creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, past trauma, or navigating a major life transition, I’m here to help you understand yourself with more clarity and self-compassion. My approach is grounded in the belief that people are more than a diagnosis. I work from a non-pathologizing, wellness-centered perspective, which means I focus on understanding your unique story rather than reducing it to symptoms or labels. Together, we can explore the deeper patterns that may be getting in your way and move toward a more grounded, meaningful way of living. My psychotherapy education includes a master’s in counseling from Northwestern University. I’ve also completed a post-graduate fellowship in psychoanalysis through the Massachusetts Institute of Psychoanalysis, as well as a behavioral medicine program with Boston Behavioral Medicine. Before becoming a therapist, I spent over a decade as a physician assistant, working closely with patients across medical settings. That experience continues to inform the way I understand the mind-body connection and how stress, trauma, and emotional pain can show up physically as well as mentally. In addition to my work at Omega Therapy Practice, I’ve provided therapy in community mental health settings, supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, and relationship difficulties. I enjoy working with adults of all ages including college students, the elderly, healthcare professionals, LGBTQIA, those exploring identity, and healing from past wounds. Languages • English • Spanish

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University, Massachusetts. I am fluent in English, Portuguese, and Cape Verdean Creole, and semi-fluent in Spanish. I have experience working with young adults, the elderly, and children, specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma-informed care, and stress. My therapeutic approach focuses on strength-based, solution-focused, CBT, and trauma-focused therapy. My inviting approach creates a safe space for clients to explore and express their concerns. I will help you identify and create a plan to meet your goals. My experience in various settings, including in-home and outpatient, combined with unique training, has prepared me to serve people from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Choosing the right therapist can make all the difference. Making the decision to seek out counseling is difficult enough. Crooked Tree Counseling is a group of psychotherapists who are committed to making the counseling experience a satisfying and successful one. From your first contact with us through your psychotherapy, we focus on creating positive working relationships from which healthy change can arise. We offer counseling, consultation and supervision. Located in Central Square Cambridge, MA we are easily accessible by the MBTA. If you are hoping to make a meaningful change in your life, and you are looking to work with an experienced psychotherapist as your guide, at Crooked Tree Counseling you can find the right person to help. We offer in-person & telehealth sessions!

Hello, I'm Elana Cockburn Jones at Crooked Tree Counseling. I bring over ten years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families through pivotal life transitions. I specialize in helping young adults navigate the challenges of growing up—whether it's managing anxiety, building confidence, or finding direction. I honor the complexity of each client’s identity and lived experience, creating a safe and affirming space that is compassionate, collaborative, and culturally responsive. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, solutions-focused, and a strengths-based lens to foster growth, self-awareness, clarity, and resilience. I work closely with families navigating the complexities and beauty of parenthood by strengthening your own regulation, communication skills, and meaningful connection with your children. I practice from an anti-racist, trauma-informed, and equity-centered lens. I received my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling with a School and Community Specialization from Lesley University. I currently work with older adolescents and adults of all ages. I look forward to hearing from you! Note that an intake coordinator from our practice will respond to you to schedule an initial consultation.-

Hello, I am Hope Notaro at Crooked Tree Counseling. I am a licensed mental health counselor who earned my bachelor and master's degrees at Lesley University. I have spent several years working in both school and community settings with children, teens, and young adults conducting both group and individual therapy. I approach counseling from a client centered and strengths based framework and draw from CBT and mindfulness based strategies. I see therapy as an opportunity for healing, growth, and developing insight about how people navigate their inner and outer worlds. I aim to create a compassionate and collaborative environment where you can identify and understand patterns in your past and present, explore and foster your sense of self, and develop coping skills for managing stress, anxiety, and depression. Please note that an intake coordinator from our group practice will respond to you to set up an initial consultation.-

Hello, I am Mandy Read at Crooked Tree Counseling. I am able to create a warm, comfortable space through active listening along with genuine curiosity to establish a feeling of ease within the therapeutic relationship. I aim to create a collaborative environment in which you are the expert of your own experiences. My presence in the room offers warmth and safety in a therapeutic space designed for meaningful exploration of past, present, and preferred future. Please note that an intake coordinator from our group practice will respond to you to set up an initial consultation.

Whether you're juggling life’s day-to-day stressors or facing a major life transition, life can feel complicated and overwhelming. Maybe you feel stuck in unproductive patterns of behavior or want to create meaningful, healthy relationships. Many of the women I work with are navigating pregnancy or fertility journeys, transitioning into motherhood, or are motivated to shift patterns within their family or close relationships. I am passionate about helping women to improve their sense of self and create new patterns of behavior that lead to confidence and increased self worth.

It’s hard navigating all that is expected of us in today’s world. It’s even harder if you’re struggling with things like relationship problems, ADHD symptoms, anxiety, and/or depression. Imagine a world where things feel more manageable. You have someone to talk to about your feelings on a regular basis, someone to help provide some guidance and skills to cope with the harder feelings. You have a safe and supportive space to vent about the problems causing you stress and you don’t feel judged for thinking and feeling the way you do.

I offer a safe, reflective space to process experiences, explore thoughts and feelings, and develop new insights. My practice focuses on supporting older teens and adult women coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, or a challenging relationship with food and their bodies. My clients are often looking to improve their relationship with themselves, their partners, or their loved ones. Together, we will explore your experiences and create strategies that help you lead a fulfilling, authentic life. Therapy should be a collaborative and supportive process, where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to embrace your unique path.

As a therapist, I am passionate about nurturing and empowering each person's inner healer. Our work together is grounded in a collaborative, strengths based approach as we navigate life's challenges, successes, and everything in between. I have extensive experience across various settings—intimate partner violence services, LGBTQIA street youth, residential treatment, international work, schools, and private practice— and have worked with people from all races and ethnicities, sexualities, genders, abilities, socioeconomic status, and backgrounds. This includes LGBTQIA youth and adults, particularly supporting people through their gender transition and coming out process. I bring over 15 years of experience in working with trauma, grief, working through complicated relationships, managing daily stress, and understanding one's self more fully. Therapy is an act of bravery. I would be honored to be a part of this courageous journey with you.

Hi there, I’m Mara, and I’m looking forward to supporting you on your one-of-a-kind journey. As a therapist, I find immense joy in helping individuals navigate the sometimes turbulent waters of life. Each person I work with brings a unique story, and I feel privileged to be a part of their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Whether it’s tackling anxiety, navigating the complexities of depression, understanding ADHD, exploring gender identity, or embracing one’s sexuality, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for all. Through my various approaches of person-centered, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and feminist framework, I believe that therapy is not just about addressing challenges; it’s also about celebrating strengths and fostering resilience. I thrive on watching my clients transform their struggles into stepping stones for growth. Life can be messy, but together we can untangle those knots and create a path toward fulfillment and joy. So, if you’re ready to embark on this journey of self-exploration, let’s work together to navigate the highs and lows of life. Together, we can unlock your potential and help you shine your brightest!

You deserve to feel strong, confident, and beautiful- but for many women and teens, anxiety, depression, or trauma can lead to feeling lost, misunderstood, or stuck in negative patterns. Maybe you aren't who you used to be and want to find your inner strength and confidence to build positive, healthy connections. You want to manage stress without feeling completely overwhelmed and find strategies that actually work to reduce sadness and anxiety. If you're looking for some guidance on how to get there, give me a call. At Connections, our clients find success in learning to trust themselves and make choices they can feel good about.

I work from a feminist, attachment-informed, neurodiversity and queer affirming framework and incorporate relational, psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) approaches in my practice. We will explore how the different parts of your personality create patterns in your life, relationships and emotional dynamics that inhibit your capacity for love, authenticity, and peace. By compassionately witnessing how your parts have helped you survive, we will create a space for you to move towards a life free from the weight of trauma, oppression, shame, and grief. I work with adults and couples/polycules affected by mood/anxiety disorders, complex trauma/PTSD, identity concerns, life transitions, relationship challenges, neurodivergence (ADHD, ASD), and LGBTQ+ issues. I work with clients across a wide spectrum of presenting concerns and specialize in working with clients healing from complex trauma. I am a lesbian and neurodivergent clinician with extensive experience working with queer and neurodivergent clients. As a former domestic violence advocate, I appreciate the power of relationships to both heal and harm. I am certified in EMDR and trained in IFS (Level I and II), including training in Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO).

Sascha is a master's level clinician on the path to becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She holds a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Connecticut and a master's degree in counseling from Boston University. Sascha brings clinical experience providing counseling to individuals navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder. She also has experience working with both clients and their families. Sascha is committed to providing and creating an inclusive and affirming space where clients feel empowered to explore various challenges while respecting a client's personal experience. With a collaborative and strengths-based approach, Sascha helps clients set meaningful goals and develop lasting healthy coping skills. She provides guidance, encouragement, and tender challenging in her role as your clinician. Sascha's therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychoanalysis, and more to tailor it to meet each client's individual needs. In her free time, Sascha likes to listen to music and loves various crafting activities! Please be aware that ordinary e-mail that is not encrypted is not a secure method of communication. Any email sent to us by you via Thriving Campus constitutes your acknowledgment of the risks of unsecure communication and your authorization for us to communicate with you by email. If you do not wish to receive an email response, please reach out by phone.

Tara is committed to creating safe, nurturing therapeutic spaces where clients can explore their emotions and develop the skills they need to thrive. She takes an individualized approach to therapy, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, narrative therapy, and play and expressive modalities to meet each client’s unique needs. Tara is skilled in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate self-esteem issues, social challenges, changing family dynamics, and diagnoses of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She holds a Master of Social Work as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology and Human Development, both from Boston College. Any email sent to us by you via Thriving Campus constitutes your acknowledgment of the risks of unsecure communication and your authorization for us to communicate with you by email. If you do not wish to receive an email response, please reach out directly via phone at (781)-990-5310.

Hi! I’m Caroline, a mental health clinician with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling and a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from William James College. I also hold a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Women’s & Gender Studies from Providence College. I support young children, adolescents, families, and caregivers navigating trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is warm, client-centered, and trauma-informed, integrating play, attachment-based, person-centered, and somatic therapies. I’m passionate about creating a space where people feel safe, seen, and supported. I practice with cultural humility and provide inclusive, affirming care rooted in respect for each person’s unique story and capacity to heal. In my spare time, I like to go to the beach, read, and practice yoga. Any email sent to us by you via Thriving Campus constitutes your acknowledgment of the risks of unsecure communication and your authorization for us to communicate with you by email. If you do not wish to receive an email response, please reach out directly via phone at (781)-990-5310.

I have a passion for supporting children and adolescents through life’s challenges. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, adjustment-related issues, and the complexities of family dynamics; offering a compassionate and collaborative space where young clients feel safe, valued, and understood. My therapeutic style is client-centered and strength-based, incorporating mindfulness techniques and principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I strive to meet each person where they are, honoring their individual experiences while helping them build confidence, as well as skills for resilience and emotional growth. I have a passion for supporting children and adolescents through life’s challenges. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, adjustment-related issues, and the complexities of family dynamics; offering a compassionate and collaborative space where young clients feel safe, valued, and understood. My therapeutic style is client-centered and strength-based, incorporating mindfulness techniques and principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I strive to meet each person where they are, honoring their individual experiences while helping them build confidence, as well as skills for resilience and emotional growth. I hold both a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Merrimack College. My experience includes providing in-home therapy to children and crisis support in high-pressure settings, which has deepened my commitment to responsive, trauma-informed care. Please be aware that ordinary e-mail that is not encrypted is not a secure method of communication. Any email sent to us by you via Thriving Campus constitutes your acknowledgment of the risks of unsecure communication and your authorization for us to communicate with you by email. If you do not wish to receive an email response, please reach out by phone.

Fabiana Casanova is the founder of Nova Psychotherapy. She provides individual psychotherapy to adults looking to stablish a long term therapeutic relationship. She draws from several psychodynamic theories to help patients develop a greater understanding of themselves and their relationships, create more positive patterns in how they relate to others, and experience personal growth. Fabiana is bilingual in English and Spanish and can provide therapy in both languages.