College & University Coaching Therapists

Post-secondary education brings unique challenges and pressures. Connect with therapists who understand student life on First Session.

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The college and university years can be exciting, but they also come with significant challenges—academic pressure, social transitions, living away from home for the first time, financial stress, and figuring out your identity and future direction. Many students struggle with anxiety, overwhelm, or feeling lost during this period.

Working with a therapist who understands the unique pressures of post-secondary life can help you develop strategies for managing stress, build skills for academic success, navigate social challenges, and work through any mental health concerns that arise during this transitional time. On First Session, you can browse therapist profiles and watch intro videos to find someone who connects with student experiences.

Caitlin Kemmett

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Offers In-Person (Ottawa, ON)
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Caitlin Kemmett

Caitlin Kemmett

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
she/her/hers
$170/session
ADHD, Couples Therapy, Career guidance, Anger, Aging, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Caregiver burnout, Co-founder relationships, College or University Coaching, Competitive anxiety, Couples, Decision making, Perfectionism, Stress, Parenting, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, LGBTQ2IA+, Life transitions, Neurodiversity, Rewilding & Reclaiming the Wild Feminine, Women's Health
ADHD, Couples Therapy, Career guidance, Anger, Aging, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Caregiver burnout, Co-founder relationships, College or University Coaching, Competitive anxiety, Couples, Decision making, Perfectionism, Stress, Parenting, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, LGBTQ2IA+, Life transitions, Neurodiversity, Rewilding & Reclaiming the Wild Feminine, Women's Health
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Kristin Michie

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
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Kristin Michie

Kristin Michie

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
she/her
$150/session
Anger, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, College or University Coaching, Childhood trauma, Decision making, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, Coming out and identity, Emotional Fluidity, Emotional Numbness, Emotional regulation, Existential questions, Grief and Loss, Health anxiety, Infertility, Infidelity, Imposter syndrome, Women's Health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma processing
Anger, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, College or University Coaching, Childhood trauma, Decision making, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, Coming out and identity, Emotional Fluidity, Emotional Numbness, Emotional regulation, Existential questions, Grief and Loss, Health anxiety, Infertility, Infidelity, Imposter syndrome, Women's Health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma processing
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Michelle Brewer

Counselling Therapist
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Offers In-Person (Edmonton, AB)
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Michelle Brewer

Michelle Brewer

Counselling Therapist
she/her/hers
$210/session
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, ADHD, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Body Dysmorphia, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, College or University Coaching, Break-up recovery, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Eating disorders, Fertility, Group Therapy, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness, Negative body image, Negative thinking and ruminating, Parental divorce, People pleasing, Personal Growth, Trauma, Women's Health
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, ADHD, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Body Dysmorphia, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, College or University Coaching, Break-up recovery, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Eating disorders, Fertility, Group Therapy, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness, Negative body image, Negative thinking and ruminating, Parental divorce, People pleasing, Personal Growth, Trauma, Women's Health
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Liz Spaargaren

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
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Offers In-Person (Okotoks, AB)
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Liz Spaargaren

Liz Spaargaren

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
$125/session
ADHD, Wellness Counselling, Life transitions, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Effective communication, Familial and social relationships, Mind-body connection, Women's Health, Transitioning into Adulthood, Separation and divorce, Negative thinking and ruminating, Personal Growth, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Navigating challenging relationships, College or University Coaching
ADHD, Wellness Counselling, Life transitions, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Effective communication, Familial and social relationships, Mind-body connection, Women's Health, Transitioning into Adulthood, Separation and divorce, Negative thinking and ruminating, Personal Growth, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Navigating challenging relationships, College or University Coaching
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Jason Scriven

Pre-Licensed Professional
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Offers In-Person (Victoria, BC)
Virtual Sessions in YT, BC, and AB.
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Jason Scriven

Jason Scriven

Pre-Licensed Professional
He/him
$150/session
Separation and divorce, Men's issues, Co-founder relationships, Anger Management, Anxiety, Burnout, Career guidance, Workplace stress, College or University Coaching, Effective communication, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Infidelity, Masculinity, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Overwhelm, Parental divorce, Performance anxiety, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Vulnerability, Depression
Separation and divorce, Men's issues, Co-founder relationships, Anger Management, Anxiety, Burnout, Career guidance, Workplace stress, College or University Coaching, Effective communication, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Infidelity, Masculinity, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Overwhelm, Parental divorce, Performance anxiety, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Vulnerability, Depression
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Sheema Khan

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, AB, and MB.
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Sheema Khan

Sheema Khan

Registered Psychotherapist
She/Her
$160/session
ADHD, Attention and Impulsivity, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Attachment wounds, Borderline Personality Disorder, Caregiver burnout, College or University Coaching, Burnout, Career guidance, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Boundaries and boundary setting, Assertiveness, Cultural Challenges, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, BIPOC, Identity and Self-Exploration
ADHD, Attention and Impulsivity, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Attachment wounds, Borderline Personality Disorder, Caregiver burnout, College or University Coaching, Burnout, Career guidance, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Boundaries and boundary setting, Assertiveness, Cultural Challenges, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, BIPOC, Identity and Self-Exploration
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Alexandra Kljuseva

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, SK, and MB.
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Alexandra Kljuseva

Alexandra Kljuseva

Registered Psychotherapist
$190/session
Addiction, Anger Management, Attachment, Break-up recovery, Couples Therapy, Christian counselling, Depression, Negative thinking and ruminating, Self-esteem, Spirituality, Anxiety, Meaning and purpose, Burnout, Relationships, Boundaries and boundary setting, College or University Coaching, Sexuality, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Identity and Self-Exploration
Addiction, Anger Management, Attachment, Break-up recovery, Couples Therapy, Christian counselling, Depression, Negative thinking and ruminating, Self-esteem, Spirituality, Anxiety, Meaning and purpose, Burnout, Relationships, Boundaries and boundary setting, College or University Coaching, Sexuality, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Identity and Self-Exploration
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Michael Kang

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, NT, YT, NU, AB, BC, NL, and SK.
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Michael Kang

Michael Kang

Registered Psychotherapist
$195/session
ADHD, Anger Management, Addiction, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anger, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Career guidance, Caregiver burnout, Childhood trauma, Life transitions, Low mood, School challenges, Self harm, College or University Coaching, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Racism, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), BIPOC, Grief and Loss
ADHD, Anger Management, Addiction, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anger, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Career guidance, Caregiver burnout, Childhood trauma, Life transitions, Low mood, School challenges, Self harm, College or University Coaching, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Racism, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), BIPOC, Grief and Loss
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Michael Appiah

Registered Social Worker
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON and BC.
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Michael Appiah

Michael Appiah

Registered Social Worker
$175/session
Relationships, Men's issues, Effective communication, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Workplace stress, Assertiveness, Attachment, Career guidance, Christian counselling, College or University Coaching, Dating challenges, BIPOC, Cultural Challenges, Decision making, Conflict resolution, Couples, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Self-Development, School challenges, Imposter syndrome, Anger Management
Relationships, Men's issues, Effective communication, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Workplace stress, Assertiveness, Attachment, Career guidance, Christian counselling, College or University Coaching, Dating challenges, BIPOC, Cultural Challenges, Decision making, Conflict resolution, Couples, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Self-Development, School challenges, Imposter syndrome, Anger Management
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Viktoria Vigh

Registered Social Worker
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Offers In-Person (Mississauga, ON)
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Viktoria Vigh

Viktoria Vigh

Registered Social Worker
She/her
$180/session
ADHD, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, College or University Coaching, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Dating challenges, Decision making, Effective communication, Giftedness Issues, Learning disabilities, Nervous system regulation, Self-Regulation, Sleeping difficulties, Neurodiversity, Attention and Impulsivity
ADHD, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, College or University Coaching, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Dating challenges, Decision making, Effective communication, Giftedness Issues, Learning disabilities, Nervous system regulation, Self-Regulation, Sleeping difficulties, Neurodiversity, Attention and Impulsivity
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What is college and university coaching in therapy?

This type of therapy combines traditional therapeutic support with practical coaching for the unique challenges of post-secondary life. It might address academic stress, time management, study skills, social challenges, homesickness, career uncertainty, or mental health concerns like anxiety and depression that commonly affect students. The approach recognizes that this life stage comes with specific pressures and transitions.

Who might benefit from this type of support?

This support may be helpful for students struggling with academic pressure or performance anxiety, those having difficulty adjusting to college or university life, students dealing with stress, anxiety, or depression, those uncertain about their academic or career direction, and anyone navigating the unique challenges of being a post-secondary student.

What's it like to work with a therapist on student challenges?

Sessions typically combine emotional support with practical strategies. You might work on managing academic stress, developing better study habits and time management, processing social or personal challenges, addressing mental health concerns, and building skills for this life stage and beyond. The approach is usually collaborative and focused on your specific goals and circumstances.

How long does this type of therapy typically take?

The duration varies based on what you're working through. Some students benefit from short-term support during particularly stressful periods like exams, while others prefer ongoing therapy throughout their studies. Your therapist can help you determine what frequency and duration makes sense for your needs.

How do I know if a therapist is right for me?

Finding a therapist who understands student life and feels relatable can be especially helpful. On First Session, you can watch therapist intro videos to get a sense of their personality and approach. Look for someone who seems to understand the pressures of post-secondary education and with whom you feel comfortable being honest.

How do I book a session?

Browse therapists on First Session who work with college and university students, watch their intro videos, and book directly online. Many therapists offer online sessions, which can be convenient for fitting therapy into a busy student schedule.