Academic & Developmental Mastery
Therapy for Students & Young Adults
As a former New York City college professor and academic, I possess a unique understanding of the structural and psychological pressures inherent in undergraduate and graduate education. Balancing rigorous academic standards with the high-velocity social environment of NYC often leads to chronic stress, imposter syndrome, and burnout.
I provide a specialized clinical space to help students move beyond reactive survival. We focus on building the executive functioning and emotional resilience required to navigate these formative years with confidence and intellectual clarity.
Navigating the Transition to Autonomy
For many, the university experience marks the first significant shift toward independent living. This transition frequently surfaces underlying psychological struggles—such as social anxiety or attachment challenges—that may have been dormant in more structured environments.
- Academic Pressure: Managing the shift from high school to demanding university or graduate-level workloads.
- Social Disconnection: Overcoming loneliness and the "pressure to perform" in the city's vast social landscape.
- Executive Functioning: Developing strategies for organization, focus, and managing the "mental load" of independence.
"College is a transformative period of identity formation that requires both intellectual and emotional scaffolding."
Identity Formation & Self-Discovery
Early adulthood is a defining period for understanding one's motivations, values, and aspirations. If left unaddressed, inner conflicts regarding career path, relationships, or self-worth can lead to long-term uncertainty. Therapy offers a thoughtful space for deep self-exploration.
We work to synthesize these experiences into a cohesive sense of self. By addressing the root causes of anxiety and social friction, we ensure that your time in New York becomes a period of personal growth and intellectual richness, rather than a source of persistent distress.