Therapy for College Students

Therapy for College Students

What? College can be stressful? Yeah, you probably already knew that. While college offers exciting opportunities, it also brings unique challenges that impact your mental health. You’re dealing with newfound independence, being away from home, navigating classes, work, and relationships - all while surviving on little sleep, minimal self-care, and a diet dominated by ramen noodles; it can take a toll on your well-being.

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Even if you're just dealing with the typical stressors of college life like an annoying roommate, a tough breakup, or the dreaded group projects, seeking therapy can help you develop better ways of coping. Plus, it can prevent stress from building up and becoming even harder to handle down the line. Therapy for college students is not only for addressing everyday challenges, but is also a powerful resource for tackling more serious issues like anxiety or depression.

What are the Benefits of Therapy for College Students?

  • Develop Skills to Manage Academic Stress:

    • Decrease test anxiety

    • Tackle the negative impacts of overthinking and perfectionism

    • Identify healthy tools to deal with stress

    • Improve insomnia to feel more energized

  • Improve Time Management and Organizational Skills:

    • Reduce the time spent scrolling social media

    • Decrease procrastination and increase motivation

    • Find an accountability partner to stay on track with personal and academic goals

  • Explore Transitions and Identity in an Empathic, Non-judgmental Space:

    • Navigate the complexities of identity, values, and personal beliefs

    • Identify post-graduation plans or a career path

    • Explore gender identity and sexual orientation

    • Boost self-esteem, self-confidence, and assertiveness

  • Learn to Build Positive Connections and Healthier Relationships:

    • Reduce social anxiety

    • Develop skills for making and maintaining friendships

    • Improve communication skills and establish boundaries with friends, family, and partners

Get Started with Therapy for College Students in Evanston, Chicago, IL and Beyond

Therapy is a safe and supportive place where you can freely talk about all the ups and downs of college life. Whether you're dealing with normal stress or bigger problems, therapy for college students can give you useful tools to make the most of this time. Ivy Ellis, LCSW is a licensed mental health therapist dedicated to empowering college students in Evanston, Chicago, and beyond. She provides supportive and empathic counseling to help overwhelmed adults. Ivy, at Empathic Counseling Center, offers online therapy for college students in Illinois, Minnesota, Washington, Indiana, and Michigan. Her practice is LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC inclusive and affirming.