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
Therapy and mindfulness practice are not just a career, they are a lifestyle. Since I can remember, I knew that my journey as a social worker and mental health professional was meant to serve those with trauma and high levels of anxiety. My experience in these realms lies not only in the work I do with my clients, but within myself. As we navigate our emotions together in the therapy space, I h...
Every failure we experience we feel as indicative of our future when in fact, everything we attempt, every time, has the potential for failure or success. We are not a coin. It is the responsibility of every counselor, professional or not, to honestly convey what is shared. I am a mirror; decidedly an imperfect mirror. What is shared is immediately a misrepresentation the moment it crosses the...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with children, adolescents and families in clinical and school settings. I help my clients learn skills that will help them become the inner self they aspire to be. My areas of focus include anxiety, eating disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, mood disorders, family conflict, and trauma. I help provide a sp...
Welcome! I focus on creating a warm, collaborative relationship with each client that comes through my door (or nowadays through my computer screen via Zoom!). While I work with the entire age range, my specialty population is teens through young adults. I offer a wide range of evidence-based therapies that are tailored to your needs; some people benefit from the direct, structured approach of...
I am passionate about working with individuals and families. I believe the client/ therapist relationship is a critical component of the therapeutic process and place emphasis on maintaining a nonjudgmental, caring, and safe environment for my clients. My compassion and use of evidence-based research models provide a space for me to empower and support clients. I believe that the therapy proces...
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma from your past such as child abuse, rape, rejection, homophobia, emotional abuse, injury accidents, neglect and many more? Anxiety, depression, and trauma can meddle with self-esteem and growth. If you would like to enhance your coping skills, social support, stress management, self-esteem growth, and make positive life-style changes, we c...
It is my mission to team up with parents, children and young adults to improve confidence, positivity and emotional regulation. As children, we are taught math, science and reading, but not how to feel or to express our feelings. This can come out as aggression or anxiety or with-drawl. It is my goal to help my clients target problem behaviors, process past events, and learn new skills while...
At Hagan Health, we provide excellent mental healthcare starting with our psychiatrist and nurse practitioner evaluating and treating patients with care and medication. Then we offer our patients psychotherapy from highly trained therapists who have worked with clients struggling with ADD/ADHD; depression, anxiety, mood instability, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, anger issues, psychotic...
*Currently accepting clients via teletherapy* I am a firm believer in providing a safe space for any and all of the barriers individuals experience. From setting boundaries, to communicating feelings, to coping with difficult situations, everyone can benefit from a supportive and growth-centered environment. I aim to provide that for all of my clients. I have extensive experience working with...
We are constantly trying to get to the cause of the symptom. Our Mind, body, and spirit are constantly communicating their needs through our thoughts and physical sensations. My clients want to feel better, point blank. Through exploring our sensations, how our brain and body are functioning in real time, and getting into what we really want out of life; feeling better is obtainable. I believe ...
Adjusting to changes, coping with trauma, managing stress...even just trying to understand yourself is challenging and often painful. Your feelings are valid. You are the expert of your own life, but can't always see and think clearly. You need support at times, and it takes strength to ask for it. I provide a comfortable, safe, judgment-free environment, giving you an opportunity to explore yo...
I am a Clinical Therapist with more than 12 years of experience. I am passionate about the mental health of individuals. As a clinical therapist I have worked at a variety of outpatient mental health clinics, residential and day treatment programs as well as provided counseling services in a variety of church and parachurch ministries. I have successfully helped children, families, and adults w...
I work with a range of clients from children to adults to couples counseling. I am honored to be a part of client's healing journey. I love working with clients who are on a journey with: Codependency/ Emotional Dependency, Anxiety, Depression, Bi-polar Disorder, Relationship Issues, Cultural Adjustment, Self Esteem, Trauma and Abuse, Grief and Loss, Coping Skills, Emotional Regulation, Crisis...
Keymaker Youth Support Services seeks to provide each youth and their family with access to success through growth and learning. It specializes in the creation of customized programs, trainings, and supports that meet a youth’s unique needs and moves a youth towards his/her/their current goals. Providers are licensed educators with experience spanning over 10 years working with youth and their...
