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
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to live at your greatest potential? By focusing on brain health and the mind/body connection, I strive to help you live up to your full potential. Whether this involves quieting your mind, lifting your mood, improving attention and cognition, or enhancing your performance at school, your job, or athletics, I would be honored to be a part of this...
I work to help others reduce distress, maximize functioning and find joy and purpose in their lives. No matter what challenges we face, we can learn ways to improve our ability to meet and overcome them. I use a combination of techniques to build and enhance skills for rising to meet life's stressful moments and to understand that our "weaknesses" can be our greatest strengths. I have more than...
Lana Gollyhorn specializes in treating adolescents, young adults, families, and children ages 7+. With 17 years of experience, she is a dynamic clinician known for establishing immediate rapport with clients. Lana's treatment approach is supportive, authentic, and evidence-based. She received an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Colorado at Denver, and has extensive experience...
Amy Creegan is an LMFT who has been working with individuals and families for 15 years. Amy has joined Brightside Behavioral Health and the PTSD/EMDR Clinic. Our location is centrally localized in Rhode Island with easy on/off 95 access. She received her Master's Degree of Science with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from The University of Rhode Island. She specializes in working...
Find your calm. I am a holistic intuitive therapist specializing in anxiety, life transitions, and spirituality. Some major factors that can affect our stress levels include relationships, parenting, divorce, education, career, and making big decisions. I also support clients through grief and loss. In my practice, I draw from a variety of approaches including insight-based psychodynamic work,...
Are you looking for exceptional therapy? Are you finding it difficult to call? It is sometimes not easy to take the first step toward beginning therapy. For some it is about having thought they could do it themselves, for others they think it is a sign of weakness, and yet others sometimes worry about using therapy as a crutch. Then there are those who can hardly wait to begin, perhaps begin...
Experience more than counseling... Experience your life journey through transformational self-discovery! Are you coping with feelings of anxiety, depression, and/or anger? Are your marital issues so serious that you believe that you cannot carry on? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Is your teenager exhibiting difficult behaviors? Are you feeling burned out at work, searching for...
I am a licensed, Korean-English bilingual clinical psychologist that focuses on meeting each family's unique needs in a culturally sensitive manner. I received my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology with an emphasis in children and families, and I currently work at UCSD conducting developmental evaluations. I also supervised and coordinated the...
I offer compassionate, insight-oriented psychotherapy as well as psychological testing for adults. My treatment methods include talk therapy, journaling/homework, use of projectives, cognitive-behavioral therapy, intellectual and personality assessments, and group therapy. Additionally, I offer a short-term anger management education and therapy program. I am grateful to have over 30 years of...
Please Note: NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My specialty is servicing young adult/adult clients (ages 16 to 50) who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life-direction. My ideal client is one who is interested in thriving, identifying and living a passionate life, and making progress toward desired goals. To accommodate people who work daytime hours, I provide...
Life is full of transitions. They can be extremely difficult. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, discouraged and like nothing will improve. Transition can be even more overwhelming when it feels like you are going through it alone and don't have support. I utilize a client-centered, strengths based approach, and provide a compassionate and accepting environment. I can help provide you a safe...
I have been a therapist for over 35 years. I offer therapy for all ages; those who have ADD/ADHD, addictions, dual diagnoses, trauma and/or "problems with living." My ideal client experiences confusion, anxiety and questions his/her place in the world. Shame, guilt and suffering are barriers to living one's life fully. Long held crippling beliefs can be changed and overcome to provide relief an...
I work with clients across the lifespan, providing comprehensive evaluations and therapy services. I conduct neuropsychological and psychological testing with children, adolescents and adults with a variety of cognitive, developmental and psychological difficulties. Through the evaluation process, I will provide you with answers about your or your child's diagnosis, suggest the best treatments ...
Life throws us some very difficult situations. I am here to help people find a path forward. We would join together and create a more peaceful, calm approach to life. I enjoy working with children, teens, parents, families and senior citizens. My 30 years of experience include ADHD, behavioral problems, family issues, depression, anxiety and autism issues....
I have over 25 years of experience working with children and families. In addition, I am a certified EMDR therapist working with all ages. My career has focused on supporting children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds with issues related to learning difficulties, attachment disorders, sensory integration disorders, adolescent issues and anxiety. As a result I have a wealth of...
