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
My initiative is to facilitate the client's journey in a quest for self-exploration, awareness, and understanding by acting as a "guide" throughout the artistic and therapeutic processes. I provide a safe venue for open studio sessions and art directives designed with a therapeutic rationale specific to each client's personal goals. Together we will create a treatment plan that outlines the ste...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that has over 5 years of experience working in the field. I have experience serving a variety of communities. I have worked with the LGBTQIA community, children, young adults, couples, the geriatric population, and those with disabilities. I have specific experience working with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, mood disorders, grief, transitions...
Are you struggling to connect with your partner? Are you tired of conversations always ending in arguments? Do you wish there was an affordable option for couple or family counseling? The Relationship Solutions Clinic is an innovative counseling environment coordinated by the Couple & Family Therapy Program in the Kent School of Social Work at the University of Louisville. We work with couples ...
I firmly believe that all individuals truly strive towards becoming the best version of themselves. Some individuals need the support of others in the process of either defining or redefining themselves, their goals, and their life pathway. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with several years of experience. It is my privilege to support individuals through a non-judgmental,...
Hello! I would love to meet you and discover ways that I can be of help. Most often, I work with adult individuals or couples struggling with depression, anxiety, and marital issues (e.g., communication, finances, faith, and sex). Additionally, I enjoy working with teens and their parents on depression, anxiety, school-related issues, and family dynamics. I enjoy helping all clients to understa...
Caroline Minto is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia who has served the Virginia Beach area since 2016. She has experience partnering with adults, couples, adolescents, and children seeking help with depression, stress, anxiety, mood disorders, family dynamics, and behavior concerns. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Mental Health and Human Services and Master of Art...
I have worked in the mental health field with adolescents and adults across the spectrum of race, ethnicity, gender, class, and sexual identity for 7+ years, particularly in educational settings. Seeking emotional support or meaningful change speaks to the strength and insight we all inherently possess. I practice honoring the insights clients have about the world as they see it, and partner wi...
Forsyth Psychiatric Associates is comprised of a strong team of knowledgeable, skilled, experienced, compassionate, caring professionals, including the psychiatrist and therapists. Our therapist team has extensive training and experience in depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief and loss, trauma, family and marriage struggle, substance use, etc. Our goals are to meet our clients where they are in...
It is breathtaking how resilient we all are. I have lost count of the many phoenix I have witnessed rising from the ashes. I specialize in assisting you toward your goals with an integrated focus on body, mind, and spirit. I am a Qualified Mental Health Professional with an extensive educational background. My approach is a conscientious balance of kindness and honesty. Have you had the experie...
Your story, experiences and goals are important and unique to you. Together we can explore your story, both past and present and how you want to work through the struggles of everyday life. With changing times, Courtney has become creative with conducting therapy sessions through tele-health which provides a secure means for individuals, couples and families to create change through the comfort...
I provide individualized and compassionate care using a strengths-based approach to provide my clients with the coping skills, self-awareness and the mindset they need to overcome barriers in their life. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults by providing individual and family counseling. I have specialized training in play therapy and child-centered play therapy which use...
Every human being has feelings and emotions that can become difficult to cope and navigate at certain times in their lives. Our mental health affects our daily lives, whether it is in the form of a mental health diagnosis or situational issues. I offer counseling to those who are looking for change in their own behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that contribute to emotional and mental health issu...
Linda is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with advanced training in the applied sciences. She uses Functional Analytic Psychotherapy and Rational EmotiveBehavioral Therapy to provide an integrative approach to the helping profession. Therapy with Linda will be strength-based and solution-focused. Though visualization and reflection, Linda encourages self-empowerment through an exploratio...
**Now Accepting Referrals** Choosing to begin the counseling process is a powerful first step towards creating the life you know you can have. You need a counselor who will join with you, work with you where you are at, and help you to identify YOUR goals. Everyone's path is unique and there is no “one right way” to healing. Whether you are looking for counseling do address anxiety, life change...
Dr. King believed that “Human salvation lies in the hands of the creatively maladjusted.” I agree. Many family, school, work, economic, and social systems are unjust, and our relationships can be troubled, including relationships with our own bodies and minds. Our “maladjustment” happens for good reasons! In my opinion, many of the bodymind differences that get diagnosed as mental illness, chro...
