Navigating Well-being and Academic Success: A Guide to NYU Student Consulting and Psychology Services

New York University (NYU) recognizes the vital connection between student well-being and academic achievement. To that end, NYU provides a comprehensive network of resources designed to support students' mental, physical, and academic needs. This article explores the various consulting and psychology services available to NYU students, ensuring a fulfilling and successful university experience.

Prioritizing Health and Wellness at NYU

NYU emphasizes that your health and wellness at NYU Wagner is important and pertinent to your student success. The university provides extensive health and wellness services that address both physical and mental health concerns.

The Wellness Exchange: Your Central Mental Health Resource

The Wellness Exchange stands as NYU's primary mental health resource. It offers a wide array of services, including:

Counseling services
Crisis intervention
Workshops
Referrals to external mental health providers

Health Insurance Requirements

NYU requires that all students registered in degree-granting programs maintain health insurance. This ensures access to necessary medical care and supports overall well-being.

Ensuring a Safe and Respectful Environment

NYU is committed to providing a safe environment for its Students. Sexual misconduct, relationship violence, and stalking are emotionally and physically traumatic, and are a violation of one’s rights. New York University is committed to maintaining an environment that encourages and fosters appropriate conduct among all persons and respect for individual values.

Title IX Compliance

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) states that “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” It protects individuals from sexual or gender-based bullying, discrimination, harassment, and violence. NYU takes Title IX seriously and has policies and procedures in place to address any violations.

Resources at NYU Steinhardt

Undergraduate and graduate students are admitted to the Steinhardt School to pursue a chosen major. Requirements for admission are the same as those for degree candidates, and all course work must be taken for credit. No auditing is permitted. Applications for admission may be obtained from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, 665 Broadway, 11th Floor, or the Office of Graduate Admissions, Pless Hall, 3rd Floor. Clearance to register must be obtained for each semester's registration.

HEOP/CSTEP

Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) 18 Washington Place, provides preadvisement, academic advisement, personal counseling, tutoring, and educational workshops for students enrolled through these programs.

Professional Studies (PRST) Program

Undergraduates in their senior year who have not met departmental requirements for their original course of study are referred to, and may graduate through, the Professional Studies Program, following a liberal arts curriculum. Students should first speak with their assigned academic advisor regarding interest and/or eligibility for Steinhardt's Professional Studies Program.

NYU SPS Resources and Support

While NYU SPS has many resources unique to the school, the University also provides outstanding services.

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Office of Student Affairs (OSA)

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) strives to ensure student success by creating and supporting a diverse range of student-life activities, student governance, academic and conduct policies, academic enhancement through specially designed programs and workshops, and leadership programs and events. Students are encouraged to participate fully in School and University life-from club events to workshops and public dialogues-the opportunities are limitless.

SPS Student Support Center (SSC)

The SPS Student Support Center (SSC) aims to enhance the student experience by providing individualized student support and services. If you are experiencing personal and/or academic challenges, and need assistance, please contact the SSC team by completing the Student Intake Form via the link below. To help foster an inclusive learning environment, we encourage all students to notify the SSC team of DEI-related incidents. Please do so by completing the DEI Intake Form.

Academic Advising: Your Primary University Connection

Your advisor is your most important connection at the University. Students are assigned an advisor shortly after admission. Students meet with an academic advisor at least once a semester to discuss course selections for the following term. They can also schedule additional meetings as questions arise throughout the year. We encourage you to meet with your advisor as often as you like. To get the most out of your meeting with your advisor, it’s important to come prepared. Your academic advisor is housed in your department and has expertise in your areas of study. We compiled many of the resources students seek. Each academic department focuses on industry-specific specialties. Jonathan M.

Peer Tutoring

Peer tutoring is available to help you succeed in a variety of subject areas. Personalized 50 minute, one-on-one sessions are offered both in-person and via Zoom.

Global Opportunities

NYU offers study away experiences in various locations around the globe.

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Accessibility

NYU is committed to providing equal educational opportunities for students with disabilities.

Navigating New York City

Many options are available to get around New York City. Public transportation systems are extensive and run 24/7.

Additional Resources for NYU Students

Student Business Cards

Students can order student business cards while studying at NYU SPS by completing the online application form.

Department of Public Safety

The Department of Public Safety is dedicated to preserving the safety and security of the NYU community.

Office of Global Spiritual Life

The Office of Global Spiritual Life at NYU offers students the opportunity to engage in open and authentic conversations about religion and spirituality.

Athletic Facilities

NYU has three state-of-the-art athletic facilities - the Palladium and 404 Fitness in Greenwich Village and the Brooklyn Athletic Center on the Brooklyn campus.

Short-Term Financial Assistance

NYU SPS is committed to helping students who may be facing a short-term financial emergency. Learn.

Mental Health and Wellness Counseling at Steinhardt

While enrolled in the program, you will prepare for your practicum and internship experiences by completing a counseling lab in individual counseling practice. The lab pairs you with a classmate who will role-play various counseling scenarios with you online. Clinical training is central to the development of all aspiring counselors. It provides the opportunity to apply the theories learned in the classroom to a real-world setting. All students must complete a 100-hour practicum and a 600-hour internship under the supervision of a licensed or certified counselor. Mental health and wellness counseling students will complete their practicum and internship hours under the supervision of a licensed mental health counselor.

Mental Health and Wellness Practicum

The mental health and wellness practicum provides you with experience in a mental health setting. You must complete 8-10 hours per-week (100 hours per-term) under the supervision of a licensed mental health counselor. As a student, you will train at the same site throughout two terms to complete the 600-hour internship (300 hours per term). You must train for a minimum of three full days or 19 hours per week - in each consecutive internship term - under the direct supervision of a licensed or certified counselor. We are unable to arrange for placement schedules to occur exclusively during evening or weekend hours. The placement team is responsible for securing a placement that meets your program requirements. There are a variety of experiences that will assist in developing your clinical skills and competencies for the program, graduation, and future licensure/certification. Your placement sites are not guaranteed to align with your areas of interest. Students cannot complete field placement outside of the continental United States or Hawaii. Students will not be placed internationally, including on US military bases or in US territories. Due to the nature of the placement, students are not able to complete their placement hours at their current place of employment. Students cannot work with clients with whom they currently have other relationships or have the potential to have other relationships.

Mind in Motion: An Extension of University Counseling Services

Mind in Motion is a team of licensed therapists committed to helping students navigate the emotional challenges that come with college life and beyond. Our clinicians support a wide range of mental health concerns, including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, identity-related issues, academic burnout, and life transitions.

Specialized Support

We specialize in supporting international students, second and third generation immigrants, BPOC community, LGBTQ+ students, and others who may feel overlooked or misunderstood in traditional care settings. We offer:

Therapy in English, Korean, Mandarin
Online, Offline and Hybrid
Sliding-scale option

By referring to us, you expand the range of care available to your students without expanding your budget.

Our Team

Founded by a Korean clinician and an African-American scholar, our practice was born out of two distinct cultural worlds meeting in academia, and out of that synergy grew a commitment to honor every background.

We’re not just inclusive on paper; in our practice you’ll find clinicians who not only understand trauma or who guide students in DBT skills groups, but who also live those experiences themselves - Black therapists who’ve navigated systemic challenges, Asian practitioners fluent in Korean and Mandarin, and LGBTQ+ clinicians who’ve charted their own paths to authenticity.

In partnering with us, you’re not just referring to “another clinic.” You’re connecting your students with a living testament to diversity in action: a practice born from scholarly curiosity and personal experience, dedicated to lifting up the sensitive voices that too often go unheard.

Benefits of Working With Us

We're An Extension of Your Team: We become an on-demand extension of your team during peak periods-offering timely intake appointments (often within two weeks) so you can clear your waitlist and focus on campus-based care
Specialized Expertise: Students get access into our niche, evidence-based therapies - trauma-informed therapy, DBT skills groups, art-based approach, LGBTQ+ care, weekend telehealth, even psychedelic-assisted sessions, and more
Transparent Communication: You get a single point of contact who notifies you when we receive your referral, keeps you posted on new services, therapists and openings

Services Offered by Mind in Motion

Individual Psychotherapy: Long-term 1-on-1 therapy, Online, Offline & hybrid
Group Psychotherapy: Online & Offline closed groups, 7-12 participants
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Safe Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Medication Management: Tailored meds for clients in therapy and not

Contact Information

Phone: 347-426-6072
Queens Office: 43-32 22nd St, Ste 203, Long Island City, NY 11101
Albany Office: 1 Pine West Plaza, Washington Ave Ext.
Therapy hours: Flexible Scheduling

Insurance

We accept the following insurance providers.

Waitlist and Appointment Availability

One of the main reasons university counseling centers refer students to our practice is our ability to offer timely appointments, even during peak periods. While many campus centers experience waitlists of two to three weeks-or longer-especially around exam periods or during high demand, we make prompt access a priority.

Common Mental Health Challenges for Students

The most common mental health challenges university students face today are anxiety and depression. Research shows that about one-third of college students have been diagnosed with or experience symptoms of anxiety, and roughly one-quarter struggle with depression. These conditions often arise from academic pressure, stress, social challenges, and life transitions common in university settings. Other concerns include loneliness, stress, and treatment-resistant cases, which may require specialized care.

Mind in Motion works closely with university counseling centers to provide timely, personalized support tailored to each student’s needs, whether through therapy, medication management, or additional options like ketamine-assisted therapy for treatment-resistant cases

Therapy Engagement and Duration

Weekly engagement and commitment to therapy are key ingredients for success. The duration of therapy varies depending on individual needs and goals. Some clients benefit from short-term therapy for specific issues, while others prefer long-term therapy for more in-depth exploration and growth. While your therapist will work with you to determine the most appropriate duration, we find that consistent weekly sessions often yield the most noticeable and lasting changes.

Eligibility for Services

Mind in Motion welcomes referrals for university students seeking additional support beyond what their campus counseling center may provide. Any undergraduate or graduate student can access our services with a referral from their university counseling staff or by reaching out directly if they need specialized care, ongoing support, or faster appointment access. We work closely with university counseling centers to ensure every student-regardless of their year, background, or specific needs-has the opportunity to receive care, whether for individual therapy, group sessions, medication management, or treatment for more complex mental health concerns.

Confidentiality

At Mind in Motion, we deeply respect your privacy and the trust you place in us. Your decision to seek therapy is confidential, and we do not share information about your care with your parents, faculty, or anyone else without your explicit permission. We understand that maintaining your privacy is essential for feeling safe and supported.

Making an Appointment

To make a counseling appointment at Mind in Motion, university students typically start by contacting their university counseling center for a referral. Once referred, our team will work with you to schedule an initial appointment promptly. The number of counseling sessions available depends on each student’s needs and the plan developed between Mind in Motion therapist, the student, and, if necessary, the referring university centre. Some students may have short-term support, while others go into a long-term therapy or try a specialized treatment such as medication management or ketamine-assisted therapy for treatment-resistant cases.

Academic Support Systems

Our students are surrounded by academic support, with access to dedicated advisors, tutoring, and flexible ways to connect online.

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