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Graduated… But Still Feel Stuck

Therapy for young adults feeling lost after college in New York and NYC

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When the Future Isn’t as Clear as You Hoped

You did everything you were supposed to do. You got the degree, maybe even landed a job, but instead of feeling proud or excited, you're overwhelmed, confused, and second-guessing everything. You’re not where you thought you’d be. Or maybe you don’t even know where that is.

This isn’t what you imagined post-grad life would feel like.

What This Might Feel Like

  • You’re scrolling job boards but nothing feels right

  • You have a job but still feel unfulfilled, restless, or stuck

  • You’re comparing yourself to others and feeling behind

  • You keep wondering, What am I doing with my life?

  • You feel pressure to have it all figured out but don’t know where to start

  • You feel disconnected from yourself or the goals you used to have

This can be especially hard when no one around you seems to get it, or when you don’t even know how to put it into words.

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Why This Happens

College gives structure, deadlines, and a built-in identity. After graduation, it can feel like you were pushed off a ledge without a map. Suddenly you’re expected to make big decisions, support yourself, and somehow be sure of who you are, all at once.

Add in family expectations, student debt, mental health struggles, or pressure to "make something of yourself," and it's no wonder many young adults feel stuck after graduation.

This isn’t a personal failure. It’s a common experience, especially for those trying to find purpose in a world that moves fast and rarely pauses for reflection.

How Therapy Can Help

Therapy gives you a place to slow down and actually make sense of what you're feeling. Together, we’ll:

  • Clarify your values, goals, and strengths

  • Work through the anxiety, self-doubt, or grief that comes with transition

  • Explore what you really want (not just what’s expected)

  • Build confidence and direction that feel grounded and sustainable

  • Learn tools for managing stress, comparison, and indecision

I offer a range of services tailored to your needs, including EMDR to address lingering patterns or past experiences, and art therapy as a way to explore your emotions when words aren’t enough. Whether you're in New York or anywhere in NYC, virtual therapy gives you access to support wherever you are.

Why Work With Me

As a therapist who specializes in young adult mental health, I understand how hard it can be to make sense of your life in the years after college. You’re not lazy, unmotivated, or broken. You’re navigating one of the most complex identity shifts of your life.

You deserve support that doesn’t judge or pressure you, but actually helps you figure things out.

Start Feeling Less Stuck

If you're ready to stop spiraling and start exploring a direction that feels like yours, I’m here to help.

📍 Offering virtual therapy for young adults across New York and NYC
📅 Book a free 15-minute consultation today

Frequently Asked Questions

 Is it normal to feel lost after graduating college?

Yes. Many young adults feel uncertain, anxious, or directionless after finishing school. You're adjusting to major life changes without much support, and it's completely valid to feel overwhelmed.

How can therapy help with post-grad anxiety or feeling stuck?

Therapy can help you make sense of what you're feeling, reconnect with your goals and values, and reduce stress or self-doubt. I use tools like EMDR and art therapy when helpful to process deeper blocks and support lasting change.

Can EMDR or art therapy help with post-grad anxiety?

Absolutely. EMDR can help you work through deeper patterns or experiences that may be contributing to your stress. Art therapy can be helpful if you have trouble putting your thoughts into words and want to explore what’s going on internally in a creative way.

Do I need to have a serious problem to start therapy?

Not at all. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. If you feel stuck, unsure, or want support navigating this part of your life, therapy can be a helpful and validating place to start.

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Lenora: Art Therapy and Counseling provides virtual therapy sessions  in

New York State and Beyond

350 N Bedford Rd #1052, Mt Kisco, NY 10549

845.777.7370

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