Therapists for college students near UCLA

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

Rachel Peterson is a telehealth clinician serving clients in Nevada and California. She specializes in depression, anxiety, and substance use, with additional experience in perinatal mental health and crisis intervention. Rachel builds trust through empathetic and reflective listening, providing a safe space for clients to discuss issues important to them. Her therapeutic approach incorporates cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques, as well as motivational interviewing, empowering clients to reach their own conclusions and embrace self-determination. Rachel is passionate about helping clients identify patterns in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, supporting them in making meaningful changes.

Samantha Walker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She has more than 10 years of expertise working with DSS and court-ordered cases, as well as a strong background in educational settings. Samantha utilizes a variety of theoretical approaches tailored to each client. Connecting with her clients is her top priority, ensuring they feel heard and seen through empathy, honesty, and gentle responses. She fosters trust and rapport by encouraging clients to share their experiences, hobbies, and dislikes. Samantha’s initial approach is to create a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to discuss concerns, goals, and expectations. Beyond her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, staying busy with her three children, and recharging by watching movies, reading, laughing, and exploring creative outlets. She loves animals, especially cats.

Tia Banks is known for establishing trust by creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and respected. She uses active listening, empathy, and collaboration to ensure clients are involved in their treatment process, focusing on open communication to build strong therapeutic relationships. Friends and family have always turned to Tia for support and advice, even before she became a clinician, which helped her realize the importance of connection, listening, and helping people feel understood. Tia’s therapeutic style is warm, relaxed, and client-centered, emphasizing a comfortable environment and practical interventions to support clients in reaching their goals.

Many of the students I work with are the people others assume are "doing fine" because they're successful, responsible, and high-achieving. On the inside, though, they may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, self-doubt, or feeling like they have to hide parts of themselves to fit in. I also work with students who are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, family stress, or discovering they may be neurodivergent later in life. Together, we'll work to better understand what's been keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and help you create a life that feels more authentic, balanced, and sustainable. My goal is to provide a space where you feel understood, supported, and never judged.

At Bee Haven Psychological & Behavioral Health Wellness Inc., we provide compassionate and supportive mental health services designed to meet the unique needs of college students. Whether you are managing academic pressure, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, identity development, or the challenges of adjusting to college life, our team is here to help. We are guided by the values of ethics, compassion, respect, belonging, and integrity. Our goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where every client feels heard, supported, and treated with the dignity they deserve. At Bee Haven, you do not have to navigate college life alone.

Welcome! I am a former lawyer, turned second career psychotherapist, practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California, Colorado and Utah. In the meantime, I raised three adult kids, all with ADHD and LD’s. I specialize in navigating complicated relationships, managing anxiety and depression, exploring more recent and childhood traumas, and honestly, navigating life as a student. Want to talk about law school; I’m your girl. Want to blame everything on a parent? Happy to do it. Want to make real progress and laugh along the way? Let’s go!

Hello! My name is Karen and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with first and second gen college students who experience depression, anxiety, body image concerns, and who have a history of trauma. Maybe you feel a huge sense of responsibility for being the first in your family to go to college. Or maybe you are having a harder time adjusting to the educational and social demands of college than you thought you would. As a first gen college student myself, I've been there. I know firsthand that this is both a time of growth and complex emotions. Whether you're in your first year or just about to graduate, I want to help you process the complexities of college and feel more confident in yourself. I'm happy to talk for a short consultation and answer any questions you may have about therapy. For those with insurance, I am in network with Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carelon, and Cigna. I also have a few sliding scale openings for those with financial hardship. Reach out to me to get started!

Many of the people I work with have spent a long time feeling like they're just trying to get through each day. They may be overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in repetitive thoughts or behaviors, carrying the weight of past experiences, or feeling disconnected from themselves and the people they care about. Some have experienced trauma that continues to affect their relationships, confidence, or sense of safety, while others find themselves caught in cycles of fear, self-doubt, or uncertainty. You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Whether you're struggling with the effects of a difficult past, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, or finding that your thoughts and emotions are interfering with the life you want to live, therapy can provide a space to better understand what you're experiencing and begin moving toward meaningful change. I strive to create a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel heard, respected, and understood. Together, we'll work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on your goals and helping you build greater confidence, resilience, and hope for the future.

Heidi Camacho is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with close to 15 years of experience supporting people through trauma, anxiety, depression, and big life transitions. She is a certified EMDR therapist and holds a Perinatal Mental Health Certification, and she especially loves helping young adults and students who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what comes next. Heidi's style is warm, down to earth, and collaborative. She will meet you where you are, help you make sense of what you are carrying, and work with you to build practical tools for feeling more grounded and in control. Whether you are navigating school stress, relationships, identity, or the weight of past experiences, therapy can be a space to breathe and sort things out. Heidi sees clients online through WellQor across California. To get started, fill out the Get Started form on the WellQor website. A member of the WellQor team will then text you with next steps and help you find a time that works, so booking your first session stays simple.

Nadia is a Psychological Associate (94029760) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 138059), dedicated to helping children, teens, adults, and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, substance use, relationship concerns, or major life changes. Through compassionate, personalized care, Nadia helps clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, increase confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change. Nadia offers evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s needs, using approaches such as CBT, DBT, play therapy, safety planning, anger management, and social skills development. She provides a warm space where clients can feel heard, supported, and empowered. Nadia has worked in mental health clinics, substance use treatment programs, and community-based services. With extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, addiction, suicidal ideation, emotional regulation, and relationship difficulties.

Bryan Rankin, MA, MA, MA, Registered Psychological Associate (PA#994029081). You don’t have to carry the weight of your past alone. I help adults who feel stuck in cycles of stress, trauma, or relationship struggles find clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of self. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your story, uncover patterns, and move toward healing and growth. I bring a unique background to my work; I hold master’s degrees in human services, Divinity (religion), and Clinical Psychology, and spent over a decade serving as a pastor My foundation is psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy, helping clients understand how early experiences shape current struggles. At the same time, I integrate a variety of evidence-based approaches, including interpersonal, family systems, EFT, solution-focused, and humanistic methods, to tailor treatment to your unique needs. I take a client-centered approach to my work. Whether you’re healing from past hurts, navigating the challenges of parenting, or longing for more nurturing relationships, please know you don’t have to face it alone. I will walk beside you with warmth, compassion, and deep respect for your journey.

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and bring extensive experience in working with a range of psychological challenges that impact individuals, including trauma, grief, sadness, worry, addiction, anxiety, and depression. My therapeutic approach is rooted in building trust through empathy and fostering a collaborative relationship with each client. Together, we embark on a journey to explore and understand the underlying factors that prompt the decision to seek therapy. I am committed to creating a secure and supportive environment that fosters healing. My approach is warm, authentic, and committed to supporting your well-being. I believe in the power of collaboration and view therapy as a partnership between the client and myself. I integrate evidence-based practices tailed for each individual client. Working together, we identify personalized strategies tailored to your unique needs, fostering resilience and facilitating profound transformation. I prioritize your unique experiences, perspectives, and goals to maximize positive outcomes. You can book with me by emailing me directly.

Students often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by college life, relationships, family expectations, or the pressure to have everything figured out. You may be struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, stress, loneliness, or difficulty adjusting to a new stage of life. At New Beginnings Christian Counseling, we provide a supportive, faith-based space where college students can slow down, understand what they’re experiencing, and develop healthy ways to cope and grow. Whether you’re navigating academic pressure, relationship challenges, questions about your future, or simply trying to feel more confident in who you are, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Our goal is to help you feel more grounded, build healthier relationships, and move forward with greater confidence and purpose.

I am a psychotherapist who brings a relational, compassionate, and client-centered approach to the healing process. I believe that meaningful growth happens within the context of safe, attuned relationships — both in therapy and in life. At the heart of my work is a belief in the power of connection. I see therapy as a collaborative relationship where trust, respect, and authenticity create the conditions for healing. Whether you’re navigating trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, or life transitions, I’m here to walk alongside you — not as an expert on your life, but as a steady, supportive presence as you explore your inner world. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of evidence-based modalities to best meet the unique needs of each client. While I tailor my work to the individual, I am formally trained in and often utilize Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), two evidence-based modalities that support emotional healing. Through IFS, we’ll explore the different parts of you — including those shaped by pain, fear, or shame — with compassion and curiosity. With EMDR, we can process and release the impact of past experiences that may still be affecting your present. Licensed and taking clients in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

Hello and Welcome! My name is Daniel Reed and I am a first-generation college graduate and clinical psychologist. I take an integrative, holistic approach to therapy, blending cognitive-behavioral, relational, and psychodynamic methods to fit your unique background and goals. Together, we’ll explore how your daily life is shaped by your cognitive, emotional, and relational patterns, while honoring your intersectional identity and lived experiences. I specialize in supporting university students and young adults navigating identity formation, LGBTQ+ experiences, trauma, neurodiversity, interpersonal concerns, anxiety, and depression. Progress starts with a great fit. As an active and collaborative therapist, I don’t just passively listen—I engage with you in real time, offering feedback, observations, and insights to help you build self-awareness and create meaningful change. Licensed Psychologist in CA & IL. *Please note: I am unable to see actively enrolled Santa Clara University students for therapy services due to a conflict of interest, as I also work at Santa Clara University's Counseling and Psychological Services. I am however, able to provide therapy services for former SCU students and alumni.

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

Core Therapy was founded in 2020 with a simple belief: quality mental health care should be accessible, compassionate, and designed to meet people where they are. What began as a virtual response to a growing need for mental health support has evolved into a diverse team of compassionate clinicians serving individuals, couples, families, and children throughout California. Our practice is rooted in client-centered, culturally responsive care. We recognize that every person comes to therapy with different experiences, identities, challenges, and goals. Our clinicians work to create a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. As a fully virtual practice, we aim to make connecting with the right therapist easier and more convenient—bringing quality care directly to you, wherever you feel most comfortable. At Core Therapy, our goal goes beyond providing therapy. We strive to reduce barriers, challenge the stigma surrounding mental health, and make therapy feel more human, approachable, and connected.