College Student Counseling in Utah County
Academic stress, homesickness, identity questions, or just the overwhelm of managing everything for the first time: therapy can help. Serving students at UVU, BYU, and other Utah County schools, in person or online.
- UVU, BYU & beyond
- Most major insurance accepted
- In person or online
What this can sound like
- I don’t know how to manage everything on my own for the first time.
- Everyone else seems to have it figured out except me.
- I’m afraid I picked the wrong major.
- I feel homesick, but I don’t want to admit it.
- I’m exhausted, and the semester just started.
This transition is hard for almost everyone.
College Is a Bigger Transition Than People Admit
College brings a lot at once: academic pressure, new independence, new relationships, and often distance from the people who used to help you cope. It’s normal for that to feel like a lot, even when things are going reasonably well on paper.
Some students come in during a rough patch, like a hard semester or a specific stressor. Others come in because they want ongoing support as they navigate this stage of life, without waiting for a crisis. Both are good reasons to reach out.
Our therapists work with students at every stage, from first-year adjustment through the anxiety of figuring out what comes after graduation, with flexible scheduling that works around a class schedule.
Needing support during this transition doesn’t mean you’re not handling it well. It means you’re human.
What This Can Look Like
You may recognize one of these, or several at once.
Academic overwhelm
Falling behind, struggling to focus, or feeling like the workload is bigger than your capacity to manage it.
Homesickness & adjustment
The stress of being away from home and support systems for the first time, even when college is otherwise going well.
Anxiety about the future
Pressure around choosing a major, a career path, or simply figuring out what comes next.
Identity exploration
Figuring out who you are outside of your family, hometown, or the expectations you grew up with.
Roommate & social conflict
Navigating new living situations, friendships, and social dynamics without the built-in structure of high school.
Disrupted sleep & routine
Late nights, irregular schedules, and the toll that takes on mood and focus.
Balancing school, work & sport
Juggling academics with a job, athletics, or other commitments, often without much margin left over.
Loneliness or isolation
Feeling disconnected, even on a busy campus surrounded by people.
Who We Help
Support for students at every stage, whatever your specific situation looks like.
First-year students adjusting
The transition to college life, often the first time living independently and managing your own schedule.
Upperclassmen facing what’s next
Anxiety about graduation, job searching, or life after college.
Student-athletes
Balancing the demands of school and sport, along with performance pressure and identity tied to athletics.
Commuter & working students
Juggling school with a job, commute, or family responsibilities, without full-time campus life.
Students questioning their path
Uncertainty about a major, career direction, or whether the current path is still the right one.
Students away from home for the first time
Adjusting to independence, new relationships, and distance from established support systems.
How Therapy Helps
Our therapists draw from approaches suited to this specific life stage.
Individual therapy for young adults
A confidential space to work through whatever’s going on, academic or otherwise, with a therapist experienced in this life stage.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Work through academic anxiety, perfectionism, or overwhelm with practical, evidence-based tools. Learn about CBT.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Clarify your values and make decisions about your major, direction, or priorities based on what actually matters to you. Learn about ACT.
Support for student-athletes
Performance-related anxiety and the added pressure of balancing athletics with academics and identity.
Flexible, telehealth-friendly scheduling
Sessions that work around a class schedule, including secure telehealth for students who can’t easily get to an office between classes.
What Working Together Looks Like
Every student’s situation is different, but support often follows this path.
Reach out
Schedule an appointment online or call us, and we’ll help match you with a therapist.
Flexible scheduling
We’ll work around your class schedule, including evening and virtual options.
A space that’s just yours
Confidential support separate from parents, roommates, or professors.
Build coping & decision-making tools
Practical strategies for the specific stress of this life stage, academic and otherwise.
Carry it forward
Skills and clarity that go with you well beyond graduation.
Meet Therapists Who Support College Students
These therapists list young adults or academic/student-specific work specifically among their areas of focus. Choose by location, or call us and we’ll help match you.
4 therapists
Ashley Regulski
ACMHC
Pleasant Grove · Orem · Virtual
Academic stress & young adults. Life transitions & identity
Meet Ashley →
Celeste Webster
CSW
Orem · Virtual
Young adult therapy. Anxiety, identity & life transitions
Meet Celeste →
Danny Gelalich
CMHC
Pleasant Grove · Orem · Virtual
Student-athletes, performance anxiety & young adults
Meet Danny →
Mariah Frias
LCSW
Pleasant Grove · Virtual
Young adults, school stress & identity exploration
Meet Mariah →
Not sure who to choose? Call (801) 410-0542 or schedule online, and our team will help you find a good fit. See all therapist profiles →
Insurance & Payment
Therapy for college students is often covered by most major insurance plans, whether it’s your own plan or a parent’s, subject to your benefits. We accept most major plans, including Select Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and others.
Our team will verify your benefits and talk through your options, including self-pay, before your first appointment. Check your coverage →
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with students at UVU, BYU, or other local schools?
Yes. We work with college students throughout Utah County, whatever school you attend, including Utah Valley University and Brigham Young University, as well as students taking classes remotely or commuting from further away.
I’m on my parents’ insurance. Will they find out I’m in therapy?
Therapy itself is confidential, though insurance billing sometimes generates an Explanation of Benefits that a policyholder can see. If privacy is a concern, ask our team about self-pay options or how billing works for your specific plan before your first appointment.
How is this different from my school’s counseling center?
Campus counseling centers are a great resource, but often have limits on session numbers or availability, especially during busy points in the semester. As a private practice, we don’t cap sessions, and scheduling tends to be more flexible.
Can this help me figure out my major or career direction?
Yes, though we approach it as therapy rather than academic or career advising. We can help you work through the anxiety, self-doubt, or competing pressures that make the decision feel harder than it needs to be.
Is this only for students in crisis?
Not at all. Plenty of students come in for ongoing support with everyday stress, identity questions, or relationship issues, not just during a crisis. Support can start anytime, not only when things feel urgent.
Can this be done online, around my class schedule?
Yes. All of the therapists listed above offer secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth therapy anywhere in Utah, which many students find easier to fit around classes. In-person sessions are available in Pleasant Grove and Orem.
Is college counseling covered by insurance?
Often, yes, subject to your benefits, whether that’s your own plan or a parent’s. We accept most major insurance plans, and our team will verify your coverage before your first appointment. Check your coverage →
Ready to Get Some Support?
Schedule an appointment in Pleasant Grove, Orem, or online, around your class schedule.
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