Therapy for College Students and Young Adults in Denver
College and young adulthood can be an exciting time, but it can also bring a lot of uncertainty. I work with college students and young adults who are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, academic or career pressure, changing friendships, family expectations, and the transition into adulthood.
You may be struggling to feel confident in who you are, feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate, or trying to figure out what comes next. Sometimes you may not even be sure exactly what is wrong—you just know that you don't feel like yourself.
Therapy can give you a place to slow down, sort through what you're experiencing, and figure out what you want to change. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, understand yourself better, and develop practical ways to handle the challenges you're facing.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. We can focus on whatever feels most important to you, whether that means managing anxiety, improving self-esteem, navigating relationships, making decisions about school or your career, or adjusting to a new stage of life.
Common Concerns for College Students and Young Adults
College and early adulthood can bring challenges that are different from any other stage of life. You may be balancing school, work, relationships, friendships, family expectations, and decisions about your future all at once.
I commonly work with college students and young adults who are experiencing:
- Anxiety, overthinking, or constant worry
- Academic stress and pressure to succeed
- Difficulty adjusting to college or life after graduation
- Relationship and dating challenges
- Breakups and changes in friendships
- Low self-esteem or self-doubt
- Family conflict or changing family relationships
- Stress related to career decisions and finding direction
- Difficulty making decisions or knowing what you want
- Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of yourself
- Major life transitions and changes
- Depression, loneliness, or difficulty feeling connected
- Perfectionism and fear of disappointing others
- Trouble setting boundaries or speaking up for yourself
You don't have to have a specific diagnosis or know exactly what you need help with to start therapy. Sometimes the first step is simply having a place to talk honestly about what is going on.
Therapy for Anxiety, Self-Esteem, and Life Transitions
Anxiety and self-doubt can make college and young adulthood feel harder than they need to be. You may find yourself overthinking conversations, worrying about making the wrong decision, comparing yourself to other people, or feeling like everyone else has things figured out.
I offer individual therapy for college students and young adults who want support as they work through these challenges and figure out what comes next.
Therapy can help you understand these patterns and learn ways to manage anxiety, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and feel more confident in your decisions.
I also work with young adults who are going through significant life changes—starting college, moving away from home, graduating, starting a career, changing jobs, ending a relationship, or simply trying to figure out who they are and what they want.
These transitions don't always look difficult from the outside, but they can bring up a lot of emotions. Therapy can provide a steady place to work through those changes and make decisions that feel right for you.
Relationships, Dating, and Boundaries
Relationships can be one of the most rewarding—and confusing—parts of young adulthood. You may be navigating dating for the first time, recovering from a difficult breakup, struggling with communication, or trying to understand why the same relationship patterns keep showing up.
We can work on developing healthier communication, setting boundaries, understanding your needs, and building relationships that feel more secure and fulfilling.
Therapy can also be a place to explore how your family relationships and earlier experiences may influence the way you relate to other people today.
Finding Your Direction
There is a lot of pressure in young adulthood to know what you're doing next. You may be unsure about your major, career, relationships, where you want to live, or what you actually want your life to look like.
You don't have to have all of the answers.
Therapy can help you slow down and separate what you want from what you feel you are supposed to want. We can look at your values, strengths, goals, and concerns so you can make decisions with greater clarity and confidence.
A Therapy Approach That Fits You
There isn't one right way to do therapy. I draw from approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, DBT skills, and Relational Therapy, depending on what you're experiencing and what will be most helpful.
Some people want practical tools for managing anxiety or stress. Others need space to understand their relationships, build self-esteem, process difficult experiences, or make sense of a major life change.
We will work together to find an approach that feels useful and comfortable for you.
Therapy for College Students and Young Adults in Denver and Throughout Colorado
I offer in-person therapy in my Cherry Creek office in Denver as well as secure online therapy for college students and young adults throughout Colorado.
Whether you're currently in college, starting your first job, living on your own for the first time, or simply trying to figure out what comes next, therapy can provide a place where you don't have to have everything figured out.
If you're wondering whether therapy might be helpful, I offer a free 20-minute phone consultation. It's a chance to talk about what you're looking for, ask questions, and see whether I might be a good fit.
You don't have to figure it all out before you reach out.