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
I am a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor trained in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. Formerly trained in environmental science, education and health, I recognize the connection between the natural world and human well being. I believe that animals play an important role in maintaining this connection. I have had a long-time dream of helping others experience this healing bond. I am thrill...
I am a psychologist, father, husband, poet, athlete, and lover of truth. I believe that too few clients know what makes a psychologist good enough to make a difference. I am a humble, intelligent, insightful, and directive therapist who understands both sides of the couch and gives 100% to each patient. I am trained as a scholar in cognitive-behavioral sciences, and I have specialties in...
I choose to approach therapy in a way that addresses each unique person as a whole with many complex components contributing to their current state. Through empathy and genuine interaction, I seek to understand each person in the moment. I provide a warm and caring therapeutic environment that lets clients explore the problems they are looking to change. My goal is to help clients make changes ...
At Darsey, Black & Associates we specialize in providing therapy to adults, adolescents, children, couples and families in the Coastal Georgia Area with a variety of mental health problems. Our specialities include anxiety, depressive and co- occurring disorders. We also specialize in treating family/marital conflicts and other relationship issues. We provide services that encourage increased...
Our only job as parents is to make sure that our children are provided with all they need to achieve their dreams and become successful human beings. Sometimes what they need spans far beyond basic necessity and digs deep into emotional and mental well-being. In my practice, I work collaboratively with children and their families to help identify and solve challenges or obstacles that get in th...
I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of practice settings over the past 20 years. My primary area of interest and training is working with children under the age of 10 dealing with issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, autism, developmental delay, divorce, grief, medical issues, behavioral problems, and more. I believe children have limitless potential for...
I provide clinical therapy and counseling services to individuals experiencing anxiety, difficulty with stress management and sleep, postpartum issues, relationship issues, spirituality, and parenting issues. I am passionate about improving maternal mental health, especially for those parenting young children. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused therapy, but...
I am a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience working with LGBTQI children, adolescents and adults using an anti-oppressive framework. I provide individual counseling services. I am also available for clinical supervision to clinicians who wish to improve their skills working with trans, GNC and NB clients. I have clinical expertise in areas including: coming out, trans/queer...
I provide therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults. I incorporate aspects of applied behavior analysis, cognitive behavioral therapy, psycho-education, and family systems theories. I work with a broad spectrum of people with diverse neurological makeup including but not limited to those diagnosed with developmental disabilities, ADHD, Autism, Depression and Anxiety. My interes...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy located in Westlake Village. I have experience and great interest in working with and empowering, children, adolescents, adults and families. I began my career working with young children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and other related childhood disorders. Since then, I have expanded and continued my work w...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist focusing on adolescent issues, marital/couple's conflict, family conflict, life transitions, anxiety, depression, cultural issues and the impact of trauma on relationships. My work is client-centered and collaborative and I utilize a systemic approach to facilitate change. My goal is to create a confidential, non judgmental, safe and secure environm...
With 30 years experience I am best suited to treat a varied and diverse clientele including affective disorders, developmental disabilities, personality disorders, and identity issues. My ideal client would possess the following qualities: relationship orientated, flexible, empathetic, emotionally and financially stable, open minded, emotionally intelligent, physically healthy, educated,...
My approach to treatment is based in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) model. I work to help you identify feelings that have an impact on your behaviors and attitudes. By identifying this string of thoughts, feelings and actions, we can work together to make changes that bring about positive outcomes in your life. At times, making changes can be difficult. Techniques of Motivational...
I work with individuals, couples, children, youth and families. My approach comes from a humanistic and systemic perspective, situating each individual's experiences within the context of family relationships and societal and cultural influences. I am particularly sensitive to the ways each individual's identity in regards to gender, age, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, class background...
Monty Shultz Counseling prides itself in building relationships will all clients. We enjoy working with all age groups but tend to see more children/adolescents. Within that age group We enjoy working with behavioral disorders typically seen as difficult to treat. We enjoy the challenge that behavioral disorders present and helping families navigate through the change process. We skilled...
