Therapy for College Students & Young Adults
The transition to college and early adulthood is exciting — and genuinely hard. If anxiety, OCD, phobias, or BFRBs are getting in the way of your life, Reframe CBT offers specialized, evidence-based treatment that actually works. In-person in Marin County and telehealth throughout California.
What We Treat in College Students & Young Adults
Reframe CBT specializes in anxiety, OCD, phobias, and BFRBs — the conditions that most commonly emerge or intensify during the college years and early adulthood. These are highly treatable with the right approach.
Anxiety & Worry
Academic pressure, social comparison, career uncertainty, and the stress of navigating adulthood can fuel persistent anxiety. CBT helps you break the worry cycle and build real confidence.
OCD
OCD often intensifies during major life transitions — starting college, moving out, new relationships. ERP (Exposure & Response Prevention) is the gold-standard treatment, and it works.
Phobias
Specific phobias — fear of flying, driving, vomiting, needles, or social situations — can limit your independence and opportunities. CBT with graduated exposure is highly effective.
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)
Hair pulling, skin picking, and nail biting are more common in young adults than most people realize. Habit Reversal Training (HRT) and CBT offer practical, lasting relief.
The Unique Pressures of College & Early Adulthood
Young adulthood is a period of enormous change — academically, socially, and personally. These transitions are exciting, but they're also among the most common triggers for anxiety and OCD.
Academic Pressure
Perfectionism, test anxiety, procrastination driven by fear of failure, and the pressure to perform at a high level — CBT addresses the thoughts and behaviors that keep you stuck.
Social & Identity Transitions
New social environments, figuring out who you are, navigating relationships, and the pressure of social media — these are real stressors that therapy can help you process.
Leaving Home for the First Time
The transition to college or independent living can trigger separation anxiety, homesickness, or a sense of being overwhelmed. You don't have to white-knuckle it alone.
Career & Future Anxiety
Uncertainty about your major, career path, or 'what you're supposed to do with your life' is one of the most common sources of anxiety in young adults. CBT helps you tolerate uncertainty and take action.
Relationship Challenges
Romantic relationships, friendships, family dynamics, and social anxiety can all be addressed in therapy. You'll learn communication skills and how to set healthy boundaries.
Burnout & Overwhelm
Doing too much, sleeping too little, and feeling like you're falling behind — therapy helps you identify what's driving the burnout and build sustainable habits.
Specialized Care for Young Adults
Evidence-Based, Not Generic
We use CBT and ERP — the most well-researched treatments for anxiety and OCD — not vague supportive talk. You'll leave sessions with concrete skills and tools.
Specialized in Anxiety & OCD
Anxiety and OCD are our specialty. We don't treat everything — we treat these conditions exceptionally well, with training and experience that general therapists often lack.
Therapists Who Get It
We work with young adults regularly and understand the unique pressures of college life, early career, and emerging adulthood. You won't have to explain the basics.
Telehealth Throughout California
Whether you're at UC Berkeley, UCLA, UCSF, or anywhere in California, we offer secure telehealth sessions that fit around your class schedule and campus life.
What You Can Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Take the First Step?
Start with a free phone consultation. We'll answer your questions, learn about what you're dealing with, and help you decide if Reframe CBT is the right fit — no commitment required.
In-person in San Rafael, Marin County · Telehealth throughout California