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
Although, you may be feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, frustrated or even angry, it is my hope that together we can work as a team to achieve a happy and healthy life. I try to create a comfortable environment that allows us to address the challenges you are facing so that you are one step closer to living the life you always wanted. I recognize that each individual is unique, with different...
In my practice we will address your therapeutic needs from a holistic approach, taking a closer look at all areas of life, as a way for improving coping strategies for life naturally (i.e. reviewing social/family interactions/ difficulties, daily stressors, dietary patterns and more). Art psychotherapy and counseling sessions are offered, allowing the natural process of healing through the powe...
I have over 20 years of experience in the field of social services/mental health. I have worked greatly with children, adolescents and families with multiple needs. I am familiar with the struggles of single motherhood as I myself am a single mother. My greatest contribution to society is that I have raise seven strong, educated young women. I received training in Trauma Informed Therapy and...
Sometimes you need something more than "talking it through" with a therapist. At the Neurofield clinic, I've helped people overcome seemingly impossible problems by blending neuroscience technology with the art of psychotherapy. Neurotherapy can dramatically speed up your progress towards the life you want. I run this practice with my husband, together we train clinicians in the cutting edge fi...
To help achieve the goals you have in mind, whether you wish to improve the quality of your life or better cope with life's difficulties, I offer many years of experience and a collaborative, non-judgmental approach. My orientation is wholistic-mind, body, and spirit-in order to help you with the areas in which you want to focus. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques, especially those of...
Welcome! You've likely found this page because you or a loved one is in need of social, emotional, or behavioral support. Maybe you're feeling depressed or anxious. Perhaps your child's behaviors are out of control. Perhaps you're experiencing relationship issues with your significant other or members of your family. What about a big life transition? COVID-19 anxiety or depression? These are...
I provide family interventions that establish emotional support, education, and guidance for a variety of concerns confronted by today's families. Examples of problems encountered by families include: family planning, adoption, parenting skills, blended family issues, step-parenting, health related problems, and problems of mental health. Common family goals are: to communicate more effectively...
I am committed to helping individuals to find the best within themselves and to share that with those most important to them. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, relationship difficulties (including "dating stress"), or life stresses, I always try to find what will be the most effective way to help you achieve your goals and live a happier, authentic, life. My orientation is...
I am a compassionate, empathetic, engaging and challenging therapist. I utilize the many disciplines I have integrated over the almost 30 years of practicing as a Licensed, Marriage, Family therapist. I am also a Certified Addiction Specialist #C-4020. I tailor treatment to each individual, couple, and family. I will help guide you on your journey of change. I wrote the first book on Attention...
The Brightening Center is a refuge to connect with your Body, nurture your Mind and cultivate your Spirit in a Community of loving-kindness Provide Leadership, Career, & Life Coaching, Peer Recovery Coaching, Peer Family Recovery Support Services, Counseling & Therapy serving Families, Adults, Adolescents, & Children. Offering Individual & Group Services, Mutual-aid Groups, and Mind-Body Servic...
Nice work on taking the first step towards healing! It is no easy task to seek help and, yet, you've done it. Whether you are feeling nervous, overwhelmed, angry, or excited, just remember that this is your journey. There is no doubt you have some incredible skills that have gotten you this far and it's my job to help you recognize those talents and discover new ones. We work collaboratively,...
Dr. Gumerman is a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist. He offers testing and comprehensive evaluations for children and adults with learning problems, emotional and behavioral issues from elementary school through college. Dr. Gumerman evaluates students of all ages, as well as college graduates and adults who may need special support services. These may include specific...
“What happened to my happy child?” Parents often come to me feeling overwhelmed and confused by their child’s obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or anxiety. Often it starts with a small fear – about something bad happening to Mom or Dad, about getting sick, about failing a quiz – but the anxiety grows over time and keeps your child from the calm and joy you wish for them. Your child may retrea...
Do you need an out-of-the-box therapist? Are you feeling sad or feel that you have little to no energy or oomph? Or maybe you just feel differently than normal and can't quite explain what's going on? Is life just flat out hard?! I get it, come talk to me! I am not your conventional therapist, and I am invested in you making it through this period of your life. I have a knack for empathizing an...
Do you feel trapped in your own life? Confused about where to go from here? Do you need hope that your current situation, struggle or relationship can improve? Sometimes that first phone call or email to a therapist can feel as challenging as what you are going through. We can work together to help you find the answers you are looking for to get you through some of those challenges. We can expl...
