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
Welcome! I have spent most of my life studying and thinking about people, what makes each person unique and special, and how humans overcome challenges with such great resolve and strength. I love helping people and seeing hurting people find meaning in the pain, while building hope as they heal and become whole. My educational and life experiences have given me the opportunity to work with...
People with history of chronic illness, life changing diagnosis, abusive relationships, anxiety/depression, or fear/phobias. Working on the physical and mental/emotional simultaneously. So much suffering is biological based. Finding who we are as women and how we cope with the past and move into the future empowered and with confidence. Analyzing our relationships to find toxic patterns that ca...
Through a combination of therapeutic techniques, I engage my clients in identifying their beliefs and collaboratively develop new coping mechanisms that address their concerns. My counseling practice offers a warm and confidential atmosphere where the services are goal directed, aiming for resolution of issues and improving the quality of life within an optimum period of time. With over 25 year...
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over 25 years. I strive to help individuals, couples and families meet their individual goals, reducing distress and anxiety, managing life's challenges, decreasing conflict, improving mood and increasing productivity. Therapy is a collaborative process in which individuals learn...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! The approach I take in my treatment is building a working relationship with clients to enable trust between client and counselor. My theoretical orientation is a combination of Person-Centered/Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and am a strong believer in empowering people to make their own choices. I encourage people to look at their thoughts and feelings because a lot can b...
To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- Kurt Vaillancourt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and certification as a Clinical Supervisor. Prior to moving up to San Francisco, Kurt has had an extensive background in both acute inpatient and outpatient hospital...
Therapy is a big step and can sometimes feel scary, and I want you to know that you are not alone. I am passionate about meeting you where you are and coming alongside you in your unique journey. I provide a safe and empathetic place that fosters insight, understanding, and self-compassion. I recognize that everyone I work with has their own individual needs and I come from a place of compassio...
Life is full of experiences and memories that challenge our confidence and obstruct our pursuit of happiness, excellence, and contentment. The modern world programs us to protect and guard ourselves, and those we love, by ignoring or discounting our complex emotions and traumatic memories – emotions and memories that negatively affect our enormous potential. You and I will work together in a sa...
The path through life can be difficult to walk alone. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and make you feel stuck. In turn, it becomes challenging to feel like yourself and enjoy everyday activities. I believe that getting in touch with your authentic self will help you face those fears that normally hold you back. I’ve practiced in the mental health field for 10+ years, and loved every second...
Mandy has experience working with individuals in areas of depression, life adjustments, emotional issues, family relationships, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, trauma, grief/loss, trauma, and substance use. She also has experience in family counseling with parent/child conflict, blended families, couples, parent/child reunification, and foster child transitions. Her therapy style is to be...
Natalie Carlone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Pennsylvania. Natalie received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Temple University and a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Connecticut. Natalie is passionate about her role in helping others and improving their ability to see their own potential. She has experience treating ...
Corrine Harvey is a LCSW with over ten years of experience providing clinical psychiatric services in a variety of settings to clients ranging in age from youth to geriatric in Indiana and Maryland. Throughout her journey she has had the privilege to serve clients that are working through mental health issues and big life changes as well as everyday stressors. Specifically, Corrine has worked a...
We all struggle and have different challenges that we may face in our daily lives. Whether you may struggle from depression, anxiety or whatever else life may have thrown your way I want to help support you. My passion is working with individuals from all walks of life who are in need of a safe and supportive environment to navigate life's challenges. I believe that the best way to work and...
Jocelyn Ackerman is a PA & NJ Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a NJ Licensed Addiction Counselor with experience working with trauma, addiction, couple and family therapy, domestic violence, religious/spiritual abuse, organizational/workplace abuse, incarceration, military life, chronic health and financial challenges, grief and loss. Jocelyn earned her undergraduate degree in Religio...
This crazy journey called life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, searching for answers we can’t seem to find, or dealt a blow from which it feels impossible to recover. Counseling could aid you in breaking life down into more manageable pieces, inject a fresh perspective inspiring hope, guide you to finding the answers you are looking for, or teach you how to pick yourself up after a...
