Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting interpersonal interactions and cognitive, social, communication, and motor skills. It also may lead to specific behaviors and interests. People’s experiences of ASD can vary greatly. For this reason, counseling interventions for individuals with ASD also range in their purpose and intent.
Available Treatment Options
Most mental health professionals agree that early intervention for people with ASD leads to better outcomes. Therapists may reduce problematic behaviors and improve communication, social skills, and sensory skills. Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is a type of behavioral therapy that counselors use specifically to increase desired behaviors and reduce undesired ones. Counselors may use Play Therapy to increase awareness of emotions and social skills and Speech-Language Therapy to improve communication skills.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Autism
Is your child struggling in school? Are there behavior problems? Perhaps you need a Registered Play Therapist-- a licensed therapist who is trained in Play Therapy and EMDR. Are you having difficulty understanding your teenager? Teenagers respond more readily to someone who is trained specifically to work with them. Perhaps you are a woman who is stressed out from trying to juggle all the roles...
Dr. Catherine Onuoha is a psychiactric pharmacologist who owns and operates The Natural Medicine Center of Lakeland along with four other doctors. Because brain disorders are intricately linked to bodily functions, Onuoha's clinic embraces safe & holistic therapies that treat the whole person. Dr. Onuoha's specialties include: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Benzodiazepine Withdrawal, Recalcitrant Depressio...
***AFFORDABLE COUNSELING SERVICES AVAILABLE*** Weekend and Evening Appointments Available with a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I aim to provide a warm, welcoming environment focusing on my relationship with my client. I believe the individual is the expert about themselves, and my role is to help facilitate their journey towa...
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy rooted within a creative and contemporary psychoanalytic frame. What this means for you is that we will go below the surface of your emotional and life experiences to gain a deep understanding of what is affecting your current functioning and to explore ways of improving all areas of your life. I also offer the the option of integrating the powerful benefits ...
At Oasis Psychological services, I conduct psychological evaluations for individuals ages 8-65, psychosexual evaluations for juveniles and adults with sexual behavior problems, and assessments for juveniles with delinquency and/or substance abuse issues. I also conduct disability evaluations. Oasis Psychological Services offers therapy for a wide range of mental health problems as well as...
I strive to provide comprehensive assessments for any educationally related concern. My mission is to provide parents and/or young adults with the answers they seek about their child's or their own strengths and weaknesses while maintaining a positive perspective. I strive to use my expertise & best practices based on current research to create comprehensive, meaningful & user friendly reports....
I strive to provide comprehensive assessments for any educationally related concern. My mission is to provide parents and/or young adults with the answers they seek about their child's or their own strengths and weaknesses while maintaining a positive perspective. I strive to use my expertise & best practices based on current research to create comprehensive, meaningful & user friendly reports....
I provide a safe and confidential space for individuals, couples and families to feel comfortable sharing their strengths and challenges. Together, we explore current patterns in your life, in order to make sense of how your present life is impacted by past experiences. My compassionate and empathetic approach provides a supportive environment for you to look at your history of trauma, grief,...
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist and founder of the Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in East Brunswick, NJ, where I provide therapy, school-based consultations, and professional development workshops focusing on the evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents with a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My treatment approach utilizes research-supported...
My focus is helping individuals meet their highest potential and become the best version of themselves by having a space to express their thoughts and feelings. I earned a M.A. in Psychological Counseling and Ed. M. in Mental Health Counseling from Teacher's College, Columbia University as well as a B.S. in Psychology from Pennsylvania State University. My approach is flexible and strives to me...
I am a licensed professional counselor associate providing supportive therapy for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Using a systems approach, we can work together to recognize patterns in thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships that have developed through your unique experiences. Providing support with issues of depression, anxiety, sexual orientation, physical and emotiona...
Greetings. I am a Counselor/ Therapist that focuses on meeting your needs. We are here for you as our country is undergoing a major crisis. We are offering telemental health video sessions for you. My role as a Licensed Counselor is to provide confidential behavioral health services to adults and children and adolescents in an outpatient or community setting. I focus on identifying core issues....
Together, we can take mind-boggling considerations that may be weighing on you and break them down into smaller, more manageable pieces. My passion is helping find solutions to reduce anxiety and sadness, build confidence, create healthier boundaries and enhance personal and professional relationships. I listen respectfully with warmth and positivity as concerns are heard, more effective...
Play is the language of children, and play therapy allows for self-expression, exploration, and healing to take place. As a play therapist, I help children to make sense of difficult life experiences or complex psychological issues, as well as gain skills and relief, through play therapy. Play therapy treats a multitude of symptoms and includes a variety of mediums/techniques designed to meet t...
I have over fifty years of providing a complete range of psychological services including neuropsychological evaluations, forensic evaluations, and treatment with psychotherapy and biofeedback. I employ a comprehensive program to assist children, adolescents, and adults with autism, depression, anxiety, AD(H)D, and concussions or traumatic brain injury. I am the only Fully Licensed PhD...
