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
OFFERING TELEHEALTH! I work with children, adolescents, and families to address a wide range of emotional and interpersonal problems. In the first few sessions, I discover and get to know you. I base my counseling style on your needs, strengths and goals. I have experience utilizing Trauma Informed Care (SUCH AS; Accelerated Resolution Therapy; ART), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical...
Aloha and thank you for taking the time to visit my page! We are all on this journey of life with the only constant in each of our experiences being change. Finding serenity in the midst of all of that change and chaos can be challenging. Let me offer you a safe and compassionate space. Our conversations take place in a trauma-informed environment that is free from worry or judgement. With me a...
My professional interests include psychotherapy with parent-child dyads, children, teens, and families using an attachment-focused approach. I have experience and interest in working with families impacted by autism spectrum disorders, attachment issues, adoption, foster care, sexual abuse, trauma, and LGBTQ issues. With over 25 years of experience, I bring compassion, humor, and creativity to ...
I work with people to help them reach their full potential. I can do this with telehealth or in person. My job is to help remove those barriers keeping you from becoming who you really are. That might simply be a change in your life you are having trouble making. Or that may be a mental health or physical issue you have. Because I'm both a psychotherapist AND Chiropractic Physician, I can addre...
As a play therapist, my passion is assisting children and their families in being able to process and heal through traumatic and difficult situations. I believe children are resilient and their main source of communication is through their play. I highly value offering a safe, accepting, and non-judgmental environment for individuals to begin making the changes and progress they are hoping for....
I thrive on coming alongside hurting parents, disconnected couples and underachieving kids by proactively supporting each individual through the natural hardships of life, such as divorce, communication, addictions and trauma issues. I specialize in working with families, from children and marriages to infertility and divorce. I value being highly compassionate, creative, relational and...
I am a licensed clinical social worker, providing individual and group therapy. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, parents and families. I use an empathic, client-centered focus to help each individual work to make positive life changes. My ares of interest include working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, conduct or behavior problems,...
Let's work to remove the barriers keeping you from being able to function at your highest level while eliminating maladaptive behavior patterns. My experience is in providing individual and group therapy sessions to adolescents and adults with a wide range of focuses; depression, anxiety, autism, bipolar, impulsivity, and substance abuse. It is essential that a treatment plan be customized to...
I am a licensed psychologist skilled at conducting psychoeducational evaluations with children and adults. I provide specific, practical interventions and recommendations that can be implemented across settings. My areas of expertise include ADHD, learning disabilities (e.g. non-verbal learning disabilities, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia), social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, an...
I have been blessed with immeasurable gratification and success in my career as a Family Therapist over the past 40 years. Thousands of individuals and families have honored me with their trust, supporting them to identify and achieve their goals. Allow me the privilege to steer you towards a more satisfying life with greater fulfillment in your relationships and less stress as you navigate you...
Relationships are the heartbeats of our lives. When there are problems relating to others in the family and socially it can impact every area of an individual's life. For these unique issues, there are several different types of therapy in which our therapists have specialized training, to heal a client's unique needs. Our specially trained therapists help clients to acquire the skills necessar...
My ideal client is person who has been experiencing some difficulties understanding and or manipulating through their environment. Perhaps this client needs a group to work overcome shyness and learn to speak up for themselves or perhaps this client misreads social situations. My ideal clients range from 3-35. I service struggling parents/families and teens/young adults/adults in areas of...
Times are hard and things feel out of control. We're all pretty much stuck at home. What would it be like to be outdoors and enjoy the freedom and peace? What might it be like to have a sense of normalcy back in your life? Treat yourself with compassion, come, and just be. Find peace, find healing, and find solutions. I am passionate about helping you have life changing outcomes. I provide a...
I have a passion for empowering children, adolescents, and adults to feel worthy, understood, functional and complete. No matter what struggles you are facing I am here to partner with you to create a non-judgmental environment that improves your quality of life through research-driven treatment plans. If you are a parent seeking help fostering healthy behaviors, connection and emotional...
I have worked for 25 years and have experienced working with almost everything. I have often worked with depression and anxiety. I love to work with couples and have been very successful. Drugs and alcohol addiction is a national problem and I worked hard over the years to become specialized in this area. I seldom work with children unless they need neuro science. Doctors from other states have...
