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
If you're reading this, you are probably going through a difficult time in your life, and you want to find the therapist right for you. I specialize in working with people and the relationships important to them. I work with children (ages 4 years +), teens, individual adults, couples, and families. In therapy, you can expect me to: Be practical and realistic. Help you focus on the present more...
Just about everyone can benefit from a therapeutic relationship whether you have specific goals and challenges you would like to address, or you want to work on self-improvement and overall growth. There are specific benefits to the therapy relationship such as empathy, non-judgement, objectivity, and psychological expertise. My training and experience includes both children and adults with a...
Pain. It finds us. Whether it's the result of the loss of love, health, or security, it finds us, and it can be devastating. I have known pain, and the support of a healthy, caring relationship gave me the strength to begin to heal from the hurt and move toward a brighter future. I offer this kind of support to hurting children, adults, and families by providing emotional safety, sharing...
It is my experience that the fullest, most satisfying healing involves our whole person, mind, body, and spirit. By focusing on patterns of movement in the body as well as thinking, we work together to achieve your goals for therapy. A body based and energetic focus is often a new and effective way for people to resolve issues that only talking about them did not reach. I look for resistance an...
My primary focus is to help empower my clients to make meaningful changes in their lives through goal-directed interventions and strategic planning. With twenty plus years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families and various mental health & addiction populations, I encourage the use of one's own strengths to overcome challenging issues. In my many years of experience, ...
Is your child having difficulty in school? Does your child have problems following directions or making friends? Does your home feel like a "war zone" at times? Are you struggling through a tough time? Have you experienced a lot of change? I can help! Let me help you improve your family life. Additionally, I provide online counseling via betterhelp - www.betterhelp.com/carrie-longest. I special...
My ideal client is a person that needs to share his/her emotional pain and work with an individual treatment plan. I encourage trust and rapport during the first contact and throughout treatment. A safe environment with unconditional regard is provided. I have many years of experience working with adults, couples and families. Reality therapy with faith based behavioral and cognitive techniques...
All life is a relationship. From our very first moments and onward, what happens in relationship teaches us about how to be in the world. We continually form certain core beliefs, ways of thinking, patterns of tension, and ways of moving our body that can be both healthy and limiting. Trauma, abuse, neglect, and other wounding contribute to how we form our relationship with the world and with...
At Pathways we believe that everyone has within themselves the potential for personal growth. Through forming a partnership with our patients, we strive to guide and empower them to work through obstacles they face. Our mission truly lies in our name, as we help each individual create their own pathway for change. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and realize that Trust, Respect and...
My practice offers the highest level of clinical expertise, access, and care for adults and adolescents. I work to build a genuine relationship, create a safe space for discovery, and work to understand each client. This allows clients to safely explore alongside me, and begin to see themselves with greater clarity, depth, and honesty. Good, effective therapy will likely not happen overnight...
I have 10 years experience in working with those with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and substance abuse and 4 years experience working with law enforcement and first responders. I'm eclectic in technique. I believe in meeting the client where they are emotionally and mentally. EMDR trained and a Certified First Responder Counselor. I have a warm and accepting environment, with a goal...
Welcome to my profile and congratulations on your first step in helping your child feel better, stronger and more confident about themselves. My goal while working with children, adolescents and young adults, is to provide them with the emotional and mental tools that will empower them to handle the ups, the downs, and struggles that are part of everyday life. They will discover ways to reduce...
For over 25 years I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds, people who may find themselves struggling through a life crisis, interpersonal struggles, or just wanting to improve the quality of their own life. I proudly adhere to my social work Code of Ethics, and work in an atmosphere free of any judgement or shame. I am always mindful and respectful of boundaries and confidentiali...
From the moment I discovered what counseling really was, I knew it was my personal and professional calling. Since that time I have had a wealth of experiences that have confirmed that being a counselor is simply what I am meant to do. Winston Churchill once said, "If you're going through hell, keep going." What better way to get through dark times in your life than to bring along someone who i...
Counseling does not solve problems, but instead provides a safe place to explore options and to process information. Counseling is for people with mental illness and for anyone who feels alone, misunderstood, hopelessness, or confused. Everyone struggles at one time or another, counseling is one way to ask for help. One way I can be helpful is to provide a safe place to talk openly about your...
