Therapists for Adults in Ithaca, NY
Please note: I currently have a waitlist for new clients - please email. Welcome! I recognize asking for help is no simple task and respect your curiosity in exploring this step. I view therapy as an invitation to delve deeper into your current concerns, personal history, conditioning and defenses in order to reconnect with your true self and experience growth and wellness in your life. Therapy is a unique experience for every person, with the potential to be transformational.
Please note: I currently have a waitlist for new clients - please email. Welcome! I recognize asking for help is no simple task and respect your curiosity in exploring this step. I view therapy as an invitation to delve deeper into your current concerns, personal history, conditioning and defenses in order to reconnect with your true self and experience growth and wellness in your life. Therapy is a unique experience for every person, with the potential to be transformational.
Hi, welcome! I have immediate openings and welcome professionals, students, adolescents, parents, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ folks. Are you struggling with work, relationships, or past trauma? I offer a safe, nonjudgemental, compassionate atmosphere, and listen deeply. I use somatic, relational, experiential and mindfulness-based modalities like AEDP. I believe therapy sessions shouldn't be just talking about feelings, but instead having a new experience, so you leave each session feeling different, better. Together, we forge new pathways for lasting healing.
Hi, welcome! I have immediate openings and welcome professionals, students, adolescents, parents, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ folks. Are you struggling with work, relationships, or past trauma? I offer a safe, nonjudgemental, compassionate atmosphere, and listen deeply. I use somatic, relational, experiential and mindfulness-based modalities like AEDP. I believe therapy sessions shouldn't be just talking about feelings, but instead having a new experience, so you leave each session feeling different, better. Together, we forge new pathways for lasting healing.
Whether you are burnt out and anxious or have a formal diagnosis, I am confident in my ability to provide a safe and empathetic environment for you to begin your healing journey. My Cognitive Behavioral approach combines allowing you to process and unload while teaching you the necessary tools to bring about long-lasting change. I take a collaborative approach and fully believe that therapy is meant to teach you to fish, and not simply give you the fish. As such, you can expect to end therapy feeling confident to tackle many issues that come your way.
Whether you are burnt out and anxious or have a formal diagnosis, I am confident in my ability to provide a safe and empathetic environment for you to begin your healing journey. My Cognitive Behavioral approach combines allowing you to process and unload while teaching you the necessary tools to bring about long-lasting change. I take a collaborative approach and fully believe that therapy is meant to teach you to fish, and not simply give you the fish. As such, you can expect to end therapy feeling confident to tackle many issues that come your way.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD and related disorders, and trauma. My treatment approach is rooted in collaboration and compassion, fostering a strong therapeutic alliance built on trust and empathy. I integrate evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques with a psychodynamic relational approach to validate clients' feelings, challenge their negative thought patterns, and equip them with the tools to overcome obstacles. Using an empathetic, non-judgmental, empowering approach, I aim to help clients change maladaptive behaviors, increase self-esteem, reduce distress, and bolster strengths.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD and related disorders, and trauma. My treatment approach is rooted in collaboration and compassion, fostering a strong therapeutic alliance built on trust and empathy. I integrate evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques with a psychodynamic relational approach to validate clients' feelings, challenge their negative thought patterns, and equip them with the tools to overcome obstacles. Using an empathetic, non-judgmental, empowering approach, I aim to help clients change maladaptive behaviors, increase self-esteem, reduce distress, and bolster strengths.
If you are reading this, something has probably shifted. A loss. An ending. A life that looks different than the one you planned. Grief. And somewhere underneath all of it, a quiet question you might not even have words for yet.
I have spent more than twenty years sitting with people in the hardest moments of their lives. After a death, after a marriage ends, after a career disappears, after the future they had counted on quietly closes. What I have learned is that what people need most in those moments is not someone who already has the answer. It is someone willing to ask the question that has not been asked yet.
If you are reading this, something has probably shifted. A loss. An ending. A life that looks different than the one you planned. Grief. And somewhere underneath all of it, a quiet question you might not even have words for yet.
I have spent more than twenty years sitting with people in the hardest moments of their lives. After a death, after a marriage ends, after a career disappears, after the future they had counted on quietly closes. What I have learned is that what people need most in those moments is not someone who already has the answer. It is someone willing to ask the question that has not been asked yet.
Providing therapy to teens, adults and families having difficulty managing stress, anxiety and depression.
Combining various techniques and evidence-based strategies to support clients on their mental health journey.
Providing therapy to teens, adults and families having difficulty managing stress, anxiety and depression.
Combining various techniques and evidence-based strategies to support clients on their mental health journey.
My clients are adults throughout the age spectrum, i
I am Jane Davis, LMHC, and am available for online appointments only throughout the state of New York. Current availability includes Saturdays. I have had a diverse clientele from a wide variety of backgrounds and issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as bipolar and borderline personality disorders. My approach is empathic and collaborative. My Masters is in Mental Health Counseling from New York University. Also, I have an affinity for working with educators, college students and staff, as a former literature professor with a PhD from Stanford in Modern Thought & Literature, and Humanities.
My clients are adults throughout the age spectrum, i
I am Jane Davis, LMHC, and am available for online appointments only throughout the state of New York. Current availability includes Saturdays. I have had a diverse clientele from a wide variety of backgrounds and issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as bipolar and borderline personality disorders. My approach is empathic and collaborative. My Masters is in Mental Health Counseling from New York University. Also, I have an affinity for working with educators, college students and staff, as a former literature professor with a PhD from Stanford in Modern Thought & Literature, and Humanities.
I am devoted through my counseling to help create solace and identify strength in the face of suffering. With a deep understanding of how trauma impacts the mind, body, and relationships, I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and respect for each person's unique story. My practice is rooted in the belief that healing is possible—and that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported without judgment. I work collaboratively with clients to help them reconnect with their strengths, build resilience, and move toward a life of greater peace and authenticity.
I am devoted through my counseling to help create solace and identify strength in the face of suffering. With a deep understanding of how trauma impacts the mind, body, and relationships, I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and respect for each person's unique story. My practice is rooted in the belief that healing is possible—and that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported without judgment. I work collaboratively with clients to help them reconnect with their strengths, build resilience, and move toward a life of greater peace and authenticity.
Welcome to my page! I am a licensed certified social worker with 30 plus years experience and I love my job. I enjoy helping clients find their strengths and guide them to their goals. Together we can find the tools to allow you to gain your full potential. I have a calm presence which allows me to connect with my clients.
Welcome to my page! I am a licensed certified social worker with 30 plus years experience and I love my job. I enjoy helping clients find their strengths and guide them to their goals. Together we can find the tools to allow you to gain your full potential. I have a calm presence which allows me to connect with my clients.
I enjoy working with adults and teens and will meet you exactly where you are at no matter how much you are struggling in this moment.
Hi, welcome! I have immediate openings and welcome professionals, students, adolescents, parents, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ folks. Are you struggling with relationships, identity issues, trauma, anxiety, or depression? I look forward to getting to know you, and believe that healing and recovery begin with a safe connection. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space. I listen deeply to understand your unique needs. I look forward to helping you rediscover your innate healing capacity to achieve a fully authentic life. Together, we will bravely navigate your feelings to help you find renewed clarity and meaning in your life.
I enjoy working with adults and teens and will meet you exactly where you are at no matter how much you are struggling in this moment.
Hi, welcome! I have immediate openings and welcome professionals, students, adolescents, parents, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ folks. Are you struggling with relationships, identity issues, trauma, anxiety, or depression? I look forward to getting to know you, and believe that healing and recovery begin with a safe connection. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space. I listen deeply to understand your unique needs. I look forward to helping you rediscover your innate healing capacity to achieve a fully authentic life. Together, we will bravely navigate your feelings to help you find renewed clarity and meaning in your life.
Cynthia Overstreet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850
Waitlist for new clients
Being human isn't easy. Being with other humans can be even more difficult! Looking for new ways to deal with the challenges of life, relationships, and the negative repetitive patterns in your own brain? Sometimes it helps to talk to someone in a non-judgmental, open and curious way to help sort things out, explore new ground, practice new responses to the same old patterns, or know yourself (and a loved one) in a new way.
Being human isn't easy. Being with other humans can be even more difficult! Looking for new ways to deal with the challenges of life, relationships, and the negative repetitive patterns in your own brain? Sometimes it helps to talk to someone in a non-judgmental, open and curious way to help sort things out, explore new ground, practice new responses to the same old patterns, or know yourself (and a loved one) in a new way.
I specialize in working with college students as well as all adults who experience difficulties with anxiety, depression, adjustment struggles and life transition issues, as well as relationship issues.
- 6/9/26 I am accepting new clients.-
As a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 20+ years of experience, I value the connection and collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationship. I provide straightforward, non-judgemental support and gently challenge you to explore, grow, and transform. As a team, we will work together to explore your stresses and life's challenges and develop strategies to help you lead a full and successful life.
I specialize in working with college students as well as all adults who experience difficulties with anxiety, depression, adjustment struggles and life transition issues, as well as relationship issues.
- 6/9/26 I am accepting new clients.-
As a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 20+ years of experience, I value the connection and collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationship. I provide straightforward, non-judgemental support and gently challenge you to explore, grow, and transform. As a team, we will work together to explore your stresses and life's challenges and develop strategies to help you lead a full and successful life.
I am trained in EMDR as well as several other trauma treatment modalities, and I also offer affirming, person-centered diagnostic evaluations for adults for ADHD and autism that dig deep into the concepts of masking.
Accepting new clients. Weekend and evening appointments available. Neurodiversity-affirming care and trauma treatment specialty. Social-justice focused.
Hi there! My name is Emily and I'm a therapist specializing in the intersection between neurodivergence (diagnosed or not) and identity, self-esteem, burnout, and trauma. I'm neurodivergent myself and am the author of the ADHD and Autism Unmasking Workbook. My clients often feel like they have never been loved or accepted for their genuine selves, and they have never been able to be honest about their needs. My work centers on the very real impact of those experiences.
I am trained in EMDR as well as several other trauma treatment modalities, and I also offer affirming, person-centered diagnostic evaluations for adults for ADHD and autism that dig deep into the concepts of masking.
Accepting new clients. Weekend and evening appointments available. Neurodiversity-affirming care and trauma treatment specialty. Social-justice focused.
Hi there! My name is Emily and I'm a therapist specializing in the intersection between neurodivergence (diagnosed or not) and identity, self-esteem, burnout, and trauma. I'm neurodivergent myself and am the author of the ADHD and Autism Unmasking Workbook. My clients often feel like they have never been loved or accepted for their genuine selves, and they have never been able to be honest about their needs. My work centers on the very real impact of those experiences.
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CST
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling is a virtual group therapy practice serving adults and couples across New York.
Our clinicians offer attachment-based, trauma-informed therapy grounded in Imago Relationship Therapy, Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), emotionally focused therapy, and somatic approaches. We help clients strengthen communication, intimacy, emotional regulation, and more secure, connected relationships.
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling is a virtual group therapy practice serving adults and couples across New York.
Our clinicians offer attachment-based, trauma-informed therapy grounded in Imago Relationship Therapy, Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), emotionally focused therapy, and somatic approaches. We help clients strengthen communication, intimacy, emotional regulation, and more secure, connected relationships.
Welcoming New Clients for September 2026!
I enjoy working with people who have experiened developmental or attachment trauma, psychosis, addiction or recovery, and intergenerational trauma. Many of my clients have been in therapy before and are looking for something that goes deeper this time.
Welcoming New Clients for September 2026!
I enjoy working with people who have experiened developmental or attachment trauma, psychosis, addiction or recovery, and intergenerational trauma. Many of my clients have been in therapy before and are looking for something that goes deeper this time.
Teens and young adults figuring out how to navigate through the things keeping them feeling 'stuck' are my people.
I often use video games & VR as therapeutic tools combined with traditional methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy and EMDR to assist my clients achieve their goals.
Teens and young adults figuring out how to navigate through the things keeping them feeling 'stuck' are my people.
I often use video games & VR as therapeutic tools combined with traditional methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy and EMDR to assist my clients achieve their goals.
We specialize in working with adolescents, college students and adults.
Hi, My name is Adam Scholl, LCSW-R and I own a MH clinic in downtown Ithaca. Tompkins Community Counseling is a small, family owned mental health clinic located in downtown Ithaca. All of our clinicians have over 25 years experience and each offers a variety of specialties to treat various mental health concerns. We are currently accepting new referrals. We are in-network with Aetna insurance, and we submit claims for our clients with other insurance policies. We do this because it helps support our mission of removing barriers between you and counseling.
We specialize in working with adolescents, college students and adults.
Hi, My name is Adam Scholl, LCSW-R and I own a MH clinic in downtown Ithaca. Tompkins Community Counseling is a small, family owned mental health clinic located in downtown Ithaca. All of our clinicians have over 25 years experience and each offers a variety of specialties to treat various mental health concerns. We are currently accepting new referrals. We are in-network with Aetna insurance, and we submit claims for our clients with other insurance policies. We do this because it helps support our mission of removing barriers between you and counseling.
Blomquist is a licensed clinical psychologist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Blomquist received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University. She obtained her PhD in clinical psychology at Duke University, with her pre-doctoral internship at Seattle Children’s Hospital. She pursued focused training in anxiety at the Evidence-Based Treatment Center of Seattle for her post-doctoral program.
Blomquist is a licensed clinical psychologist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Blomquist received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University. She obtained her PhD in clinical psychology at Duke University, with her pre-doctoral internship at Seattle Children’s Hospital. She pursued focused training in anxiety at the Evidence-Based Treatment Center of Seattle for her post-doctoral program.
Good day! I have been providing behavioral health services for over 20 years. I have experience working with numerous populations including children, offenders, families, adolescents and those with severe mental illness. I am a Trauma Informed Professional who takes pride in my ability to work successfully with numerous populations and advocate for mental health treatment.
Good day! I have been providing behavioral health services for over 20 years. I have experience working with numerous populations including children, offenders, families, adolescents and those with severe mental illness. I am a Trauma Informed Professional who takes pride in my ability to work successfully with numerous populations and advocate for mental health treatment.
I have experience working with adults and adolescents with persistent anxiety, depression and difficulty in attachment, often this is due to trauma.
Connecting with you and ensuring that you feel unconditionally supported and accompanied is the first priority. Healing and growth cannot happen in isolation. I believe that you are already doing the best you can and if you could reach your goals on your own, you would!
I have experience working with adults and adolescents with persistent anxiety, depression and difficulty in attachment, often this is due to trauma.
Connecting with you and ensuring that you feel unconditionally supported and accompanied is the first priority. Healing and growth cannot happen in isolation. I believe that you are already doing the best you can and if you could reach your goals on your own, you would!
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.