Therapists for college students near 53715
Waking up in the morning doesn't have to be exhausting. I can show you how to feel more joy and satisfaction in your life by learning skills in: assertiveness, communication, decision-making, self-confidence, relationships, and how to reduce any anxiety or depression. Since 1991, I've successfully helped people enjoy their lives more. I accept insurance.
With 15 years of experience in the mental health field, my area of expertise is working with individuals struggling with anxiety, panic, OCD, body-focused behaviors like hair pulling/skin picking, eating disorders, ARFID, depression, and life transitions. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to explore challenges and build resilience. My approach is collaborative—together, we set meaningful goals, break them into manageable steps, and develop skills and tools for lasting change. I utilize evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Training, Behavioral Activation, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and strength-based approaches. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming thoughts, navigating a major life change, or seeking tools to improve family or relationship dynamics, I'm here to support you through the journey. Let's chat.
I approach each problem with curiosity. I seek to offer a warm, genuine, accepting and safe environment to allow my clients to express themselves honestly. I prefer to use a collaborative approach, integrating healing with daily living. I am a mother of two daughters aged 24 and 17. I started my journey toward seeking to serve others more than 30 years ago with an undergraduate degree in Social Work. I had a deep desire to address the challenges associated with cultural adjustment and mental health. To enhance my understanding of culture, I chose to pursue a Master's in Anthropology soon after completing my undergraduate degree. This launched my career into working with new arrival families in a variety of settings. After spending time raising my family, I completed my long term goal of obtaining a counseling degree in 2013. Since then, I have worked in many different settings and with clients from a variety of groups and stages of life, including community based care, inpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, and crisis care and support in a medical setting. I have served both adolescents and adults. At this time in my career, I seek to continue to support adults of all ages and backgrounds.
I work with adults who may be struggling with adjustment issues, stress, anxiety, and depression. My approach to therapy is being open, empowering and meeting you where you are. The environment that I create is one of trust and peace. I want you to be yourself. My job is to create a safe space for you to communicate openly and freely in a trusting, nonjudgmental environment. I believe that you are the expert on all things you. Collaboration is key in our work together so that you can develop goals that are attainable, reflect your needs and strengths and enhance your life in a positive way.
Qingquan (Alice) Yang, LCSW, is a Bilingual (Mandarin/English) therapist licensed in NY, PA, RI and WI. We offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy for college, graduate, and doctoral students navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, identity concerns, and life transitions. I specialize in supporting international students, first-generation college students, BIPOC, and high-achieving individuals who often feel pressure to succeed while silently struggling inside. As a bilingual (Mandarin/English) therapist with over 8 years of experience across inpatient, outpatient, and campus settings, I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness. Whether you're facing academic pressure, imposter syndrome, cultural adjustment, or relationship challenges, this is a space where you’ll be heard, supported, and understood. Teletherapy available across NY, PA, RI and WI. Free 15-minute consultation offered.