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 psychologist, a Lecturer in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and a Clinical Associate at McLean Hospital. I primarily treat patients with anger challenges and college transition issues who struggle with learning/executive function challenges. I offer a unique, cutting edge, multimodal treatment approach (Individual, family, & group work) that facilitates positive outcomes f...
I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological assessment. My services include: 1) comprehensive assessment; 2) brief treatment models to improve attention, memory, and executive functioning; 3) cognitive-behavioral therapy for depression and anxiety; and 4) supportive therapy and psycho-education for individuals with post-concussion syndrome, chronic health issues, or neurological...
"Inhale. Exhale. Repeat." Simple things help us focus while the perspective of another gently reminds us who we really are. As a provider of mental health services for over 30 years and a middle-aged woman, I am able to provide insight through my professional and personal experience. Therapeutic techniques are based in the mindfulness model. My experience includes working with children,...
An unexpected crisis or traumatic event can cause us to lose faith in our ability to cope, making it impossible to imagine that "everything is going to be ok". There are times when we reach our breaking point, realizing that all those little things do matter and are causing us stress. And, of course, there are the changes and shifts that we encounter throughout life that prompt us to seek advic...
Welcome! You may be here because you feel the need and/or want to talk with a therapist to get help with problems that are bothering you or keeping you from being successful in important areas in your life. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Anger Resolution Therapist, I work with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. Some issues I may be able to help with...
Lunden Psychological Services exists to serve you; treating the whole person from a solution-focused approach to emotional health and wellbeing. In serving you, and your relationship with others, LPS offers effective individual, marital, couple, family, and elderly counseling together with comprehensive psychological evaluation from a Christian worldview. Lunden Psychological Services provides ...
I believe every person has talents and a unique purpose in life. Sometimes issues arise that cause distress and unhappiness. Do you awaken feeling ready to take on the day? Do you have a sense of drive, ambition, fulfillment and enjoyment in your life? If you have children, are they happy and reaching their potential? If not, then perhaps the support and guidance of counseling can help you and/...
I believe in the inherent worth of everyone and that people genuinely do the best they can. We all experience joys and sorrows that can impact our daily functioning. Sometimes these experiences can make us feel "stuck," but we have the power to choose how we respond. Since learning never ends, we will discuss improving your self-awareness and build your "tool box" with strategies to empower you...
Ridge Psychological was founded in 2017 by Dr. De Santis who had many years of experience in hospital settings and private practice. We offer an array of services for children, adolescents and adults including consultations, neuropsychological, psychological and educational testing and therapy services at two convenient locations, in Park Slope and Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. We are invested in making...
Are you looking for a psychologist to help your child or teen solve a tricky problem, manage worries, or understand mood storms? Do you wish you understood your child's learning profile? I specialize in developing people -- kids, big and small. Diagnostics are important, but I'd rather give you and your child tools to feel better and be better. Call or book online at:...
As a licensed clinical social worker with more than twenty-five years experience of working with families and individuals of all ages, I find that the most effective approach is one that is strengths-based with a strong emphasis on helping clients solve the problems that bring them to counseling and helping them develop powerful resiliency characteristics that allow for future problem-solving,...
**I am not accepting new clients at this time as my caseload is at full capacity.** As an intensively trained DBT, CBT, and TF-CBT clinician I offer a mindful, balanced perspective while supporting the skill building process. Life can be challenging and unpredictable. My specialty is supporting people who have experienced trauma (in whatever form that has taken for you) to balance their lives a...
I appreciate your interest in my practice. In addition to treating adults, working extensively with children, adolescents, and families allows me to help you navigate any social, emotional, or behavioral issues that you are facing. My approach to therapy is solution focused. Together we will set goals and work towards reaching them in a safe and comfortable environment. My specialties include...
Neurofeedback changed my family's life. Having observed first hand this life changing therapy, I felt convicted to make this available in Indiana. There is no reason for most to suffer from insomnia, anxiety, depression, ADHD, pain, migraines or a host of other ailments. Most are not inherently or irrevocably flawed. Instead, many of the problems that plague us are a case of "operator error". I...
Tired of labels and judgment? Want to focus on you and not your struggles? We want to be a part of your journey. "I wanted to start my own agency to expand the resources available to adults, families and children who may be struggling. Trauma is not born out of words- it occurs through experiences - and to heal those wounds, words alone are often not enough. So I started a group practice to bri...
