Olivia Newman
Clinical Fellow
Specialties: Burnout, Self-Esteem + Body Image, Relationship Dynamics, Life Transitions, Anxiety + Overthinking
Clients: College students, adults, + couples
Hi, I’m Olivia.
I know starting therapy isn’t always easy—but I’m so glad you’re here.
I offer a space where you don’t have to perform, explain, or push through. Just show up as you are, and we’ll take it from there.
I’m here to listen to your unique story and walk alongside you as you navigate the messiness, growth, and uncertainty life brings—while helping you reconnect with everything that makes youyou.
As a current graduate student, I know firsthand what it’s like to:
Juggle academic, professional, and personal pressures
Push yourself hard and still feel like it’s never quite enough
Carry the weight of comparison, self-doubt, and quiet burnout
Wonder if anyone really sees how hard you’re trying
And I also know how powerful it can be to feel fully supported, seen, and accepted.
My Approach
I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. Our work will be shaped by your unique story, identity, and goals.
Our work is grounded in:
Psychodynamic and relational therapy – to explore how early experiences and relationships shape the way you relate to yourself and others
CBT and ACT tools – for moments when you need something more structured, concrete, or actionable
Depending on where you are, our sessions might include:
Exploring past patterns—like why certain dynamics keep repeating or how self-talk was shaped by earlier experiences
Making space for overlooked parts of you—the ones that are often quiet, protective, or just trying to keep it together
Practicing grounding techniques or building a plan for a hard week, especially when you don’t feel like analyzing—you just want relief
Whether you’re processing the past or navigating the present, I’ll meet you with warmth, curiosity, and collaboration—and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
What Working With Me Feels Like
You’re the expert on your own story. My role is to help you slow down, explore what feels most present, and gently uncover the patterns that might be shaping your experience.
In our sessions, you can expect:
Deep reflection and exploration, where we make connections, ask meaningful questions, and put words to things you may have never said out loud
Collaborative strategy-building, focused on finding tools and approaches that actually work for you
Quiet moments of grounding and presence, because therapy doesn’t always have to be loud to be powerful
We’ll also work on:
Noticing and challenging your inner critic
Untangling unconscious patterns that may be holding you back
Learning to see yourself with more clarity and compassion
What We Work On Together
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Self-Esteem, Confidence + Body Image
We’ll quiet the self-comparison, rewrite limiting beliefs, and help you embrace what makes you uniquely you
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Anxiety + Overthinking
We’ll work on breaking the cycle of anxious thoughts, understanding your emotional responses, and developing healthy coping skills
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Finding Your Way Through Change
Life transitions and identity shifts that leave you feeling stuck, lost, or unsure of what’s next
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Burnout + Perfectionism
Working through the years of not feeling “enough” that have led to the pressure to never slow down
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Life Transitions + Uncertainty
Together we’ll navigate school, career shifts, big decisions, or identity changes
Credentials
Education
In Progress—Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling—Northwestern University
B.A. in Psychology—University of Michigan
My Toolkit
Completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy
The Professional Burnout Course: Tools and Techniques for Improving the Mental Health of High-Functioning Professionals
Current Role
Clinical Fellow—Gluck Psychology Collective
WHAT TO EXPECT
Frequently Asked Questions About Working With Olivia
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Olivia works especially well with:
College students
Graduate students
Young professionals
Adults navigating anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, self-esteem, body image concerns, relationship stress, and life transitions
As a current graduate student herself, Olivia deeply understands the pressure of trying to hold everything together while quietly struggling underneath the surface.
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Olivia’s work blends:
Psychodynamic and relational therapy
CBT tools
ACT-based approaches
Her style is warm, collaborative, reflective, and practical. Sessions can include deeper exploration of patterns and relationships while also offering grounding tools and actionable support for day-to-day life.
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Does Olivia work with burnout and high-achieving clients?
Yes. Olivia is especially skilled at working with clients experiencing:
Burnout
Perfectionism
Anxiety
Overthinking
Pressure to constantly achieve
Feeling like they’re “never enough”
She completed:
The Professional Burnout Course: Tools and Techniques for Improving the Mental Health of High-Functioning Professionals
Her approach is particularly supportive for ambitious students and professionals who want therapy that feels emotionally insightful but also grounding and practical.
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Yes! Olivia has completed:
Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy
She works with couples looking to:
Improve communication
Break repetitive conflict cycles
Build emotional connection
Navigate relational stressors
Strengthen trust and understanding
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Olivia offers:
Reduced-rate therapy at $100 per session
She also has:
Limited sliding scale spots available
depending on financial need and availability.
This makes Olivia a wonderful option for clients seeking thoughtful, high-quality therapy at a more accessible fee point.
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Clients often describe Olivia as:
Warm
Calm
Relatable
Thoughtful
Grounding
Easy to talk to
Her goal is to create a space where you don’t have to “perform” or have everything figured out before showing up.
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Olivia Newman currently offers:
Virtual therapy sessions
Limited in-person sessions in Manhattan (depending on availability/scheduling)
She works with clients throughout New York State virtually and also sees clients in-person through Gluck Psychology Collective.
Let’s Work Together
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