Shakeh Galstian, LMFT providing online therapy.

Therapy for Young Adults & College Students

Support for navigating change, pressure, and finding your place in the world

I help young adults and college students navigate change, stress, anxiety, and the pressure to have it all figured out. I offer online therapy across California for Gen-Z and Millennials looking to step into their next chapters with confidence and resilience.

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Does This Sound Familiar?

● Juggling school, work, relationships, and friendships is starting to feel like A LOT.

● New academic demands or work responsibilities are leaving you burnt out.

● You’re facing big questions about the future while feeling unsure of what you want.

● Maybe you feel like everyone else has it all figured out and you’re falling “behind”.

● You’ve lost motivation at work or in classes, and procrastinate on your projects.

● Maybe you’re stuck in a job that doesn’t align with your values, but change feels scary.

● You experience anxiety or self-doubt around dating or making new friends.

● Scrolling on social leaves you feeling like you don’t measure up.

● You feel pressured to have life figured out while you’re still exploring who you are.

● You’re uncertain about your identity, major, career path, or the future in general.

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Therapy for Young Adults in California

Life in your twenties can feel overwhelming. You’re juggling work, relationships, friendships, and the pressure to figure out who you are and where you’re headed. Maybe you’re stuck in a job you don’t find fulfilling or you’re comparing yourself to others on social media and feel like you’re falling “behind.”

Whatever challenges this phase of life is presenting you with, I’m here to help. I provide accessible, virtual therapy for young adults who are ready to sort through the stress and confusion, and embrace growth. My goal is to empower you to move into this new chapter with confidence and positivity.

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Therapy for College Students in California

College can be both exciting and overwhelming. You’re navigating new academic pressures, social expectations, a huge life transition, and big questions about who you are and what you want for your future. Maybe you’re stressed about deadlines, exams, or choosing your major. Or maybe you’re struggling to make meaningful connections or adjust to life away from home.

If college is bringing up anxiety, overwhelm or insecurity, you’re in the right place. At Reveal Psychotherapy, I offer accessible, online support for college students who are ready to take back control of their mental health. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered to create the meaningful changes you’ve been craving.

How Can Therapy Benefit You?

Therapy provides a space where you can pause, process, and let go of the pressure to have everything figured out right now. You’ll learn practical tools to ease stress and quiet overthinking, while we work to clarify your values, vision, and goals. You’ll find a judgment-free space and unbiased support to help you navigate these big life transitions with more confidence, clarity and optimism.

THERAPY CAN HELP YOU:
  • Therapy can give you the tools to better manage the stress, overwhelm, anxiety, and burnout that come with life transitions and so many new responsibilities.

    Together, we’ll explore what’s fueling these feelings, develop strategies to calm your emotions, and create healthier routines that support your well-being - so you can feel more balanced, grounded, and supported in times of change or stress.

  • Overthinking can trap you in cycles of worry, comparison, and perfectionism, leaving you drained and disconnected from what really matters.

    In therapy, we’ll work on quieting the mental noise, gaining clarity in your decisions, and helping you recognize your strengths. Over time, you’ll feel more secure in who you are and more confident in your ability to move forward with purpose and self-trust.

  • Therapy gives you the space to step back from external pressures and tune into what you truly want.

    Sessions with me provide a judgment-free, supportive environment where you can explore your identity, values, and vision for the future.

  • Therapy can help you learn to challenge the validity of beliefs that may be holding you back, while also recognizing your strengths and clarifying your vision for the future.

    This process fosters greater self-understanding and improved self-esteem, giving you the confidence to begin making small, meaningful changes that align with the life you want to create.

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A Practical Approach to Therapy for Life Transitions in California

Who I help

I often work with young adults and college students who feel overwhelmed in the midst of major change. Many feel ungrounded, unclear about the future, or weighed down by the pressure to have it all figured out right now. Some simply want a safe space to sort through their thoughts and clarify their goals in life.

My approach

I take a supportive, nonjudgmental approach and meet you exactly where you are - whether you’re overwhelmed by deadlines, navigating new relationships, or just trying to figure out who you are and what you want. In our sessions, we’ll work to ease the pressure you’re feeling right now while also clarifying your values and goals for the future. You’ll find a space where you can be fully yourself, as we work together to make meaningful changes in the direction of your goals.

I integrate evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, among others to help you manage stress, quiet self-doubt, and feel more calm, confident, and in control.

THERAPY can help college students and young adults...
manage stress and anxiety

Learn practical tools to manage new levels of pressure without burning out.

improve self-esteem

Recognize your strengths, cultivate self-trust, and feel more secure in who you are.

navigate change confidently

Clarify your goals, build resilience, and embrace personal growth.

Online therapist supporting young adults and women.

What to Expect

Let's turn overwhelm into enthusiasm

My mission is to help you move from stressed out and uncertain to grounded and empowered. This season of life is full of choices, new pressures, and unknowns - but it doesn’t have to leave you stuck in self-doubt. With the right support, you can begin to see these challenges as stepping stones toward clarity, confidence, and growth. Together, we’ll use this time to explore who you are, what matters most to you, and how to move forward in ways that feel aligned and authentic.

Sessions are available virtually throughout California, giving you accessible and supportive care wherever you are.

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HOW IT WORKS

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BOOK A CONSULT

Get in touch to schedule a free 15 minute consultation call.

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WE'LL HAVE A CHAT

We’ll have a chat to learn more about one another.

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SCHEDULE A SESSION

If you wish to proceed, we’ll get your first session booked in.

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Book a Free Consultation Call

YOU DESERVE TO FEEL SEEN AND SUPPORTED

I offer a free 15-minute consultation call, so we can get to know one another better.

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FAQS

  • Online therapy offers the same level of care and connection as in-person sessions, with the convenience of meeting from wherever you are in California. I use a secure, HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platform to protect your privacy.

    Before our first session, you’ll receive a link to join from your computer, tablet, or phone. Simply find a quiet, private space, click the link at your scheduled time, and we’ll meet face-to-face virtually. If you prefer, we can also do sessions over the phone.

  • Therapy sessions are $180 for a standard 50-minute session. If you have out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement.

  • Yes - through Headway, I am able to accept Aetna, Anthem PPO, United Healthcare, and Optum plans in California. If you have a different insurance provider, we can explore using your out-of-network benefits.

  • Your first session is really about getting to know you. We’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, what challenges you’ve been facing, and what you’d like to get out of our work together. There’s no pressure to share everything at once - I’ll guide the conversation at a pace that feels comfortable for you. You’ll also have the chance to ask me questions about the process so you feel informed and supported. By the end of the session, we’ll have a clearer sense of your goals and a plan for moving forward together.

  • Everyone’s journey is unique. Some clients see meaningful progress in as few as 6–12 sessions, while others choose to continue longer for deeper growth and lasting change.

    Together, we’ll discuss your goals, check in regularly on your progress, and adjust the pace so therapy feels supportive and effective for you.

  • Compassion, authenticity, and curiosity guide my work. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can show up as your full self. I honor your unique background, work collaboratively with you, and offer practical tools to support real and lasting change.

  • I use evidence based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution Focused Therapy. I also bring in mindfulness and parts work when helpful. My approach is flexible and collaborative, and I adjust our work together to fit your unique needs and goals.

  • I hold a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Mount Saint Mary’s University, am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT #153652), and am currently pursuing a PsyD in Applied Clinical Psychology.