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
The world in which we live is fast-pace and changes rapidly. The providers at Zenith are culturally competent to meet the needs of many. We are results-driven to help each patient/client with their issues and achieve their goals. Our goal is to meet the needs and not have a forever client. Our staff is military-trained and well versed in dealing with common issues such as Depression, Anxiety, O...
Each day you start the same routine, and think is this all there is to my life? You are overwhelmed and wonder if you are broken beyond repair, or destined to live in this chaos. Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and everyone at one point in their lives will have to make tough decisions, deal with crisis, or struggle in some way. It is through these hard things that we can learn to...
“I believe that therapy is a place where a child or adolescent should feel heard, accepted and safe. Using ones strengths and interests, treatment is focused on not changing who you are but learning how to navigate through difficult situations that may cause challenges at school, with friends and at home with family. My goal is in helping one to understand what is causing distress and enhance o...
As a practicing educational psychologist in an alternative school setting, every day I see students who have moved through the public school systems without the support they need to learn basic foundational skills. They have a lack of understanding of how they learn and this causes low self-esteem and low functioning academically and socially. Additionally, these academic difficulties often bri...
People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. You may be feeling stuck in attempts to navigate through challenging life transitions, personal growth, or have a relationship difficulty that you would like to address. Regardless of what brought you here, my role as a therapist is to help you identify the issues and patterns that are creating unhappiness or inhibiting your ability to create the...
Raising a child is not always easy. We each have a certain vision of what parenthood will look like for ourselves. Sometimes our vision does not match our reality. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, we feel lost, stuck, or alone. Seeing our children hurt, struggle, or suffer breaks our hearts. We ask friends, coworkers, and family members for support or advice. We go online and search for...
Do you find that the traditional model of therapy isn't for you? Whether this is a result from a medical condition, transportation limitations, childcare needs - no matter what the reason - Cornerstone provides a new option for individuals throughout NYS that have barriers to their emotional needs being met in an office. Our unique mobile counseling model links you with a local counselor that...
Dr. Wallace is the Owner at Community Counseling Solutions (CCS). She created CCS in 2004 to make mental health services accessible to larger groups of people. Dr. Wallace is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) & Advanced Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist in GA. CCS offers community-based mental health services (e.g medication management, nursing assessments,...
Do you want a therapist who not only talks with you but challenges you? I help people who are feeling overwhelmed by life or having a hard time overcoming something that they are facing. I want to help by listening to what you’re struggling with and provide you with skills to combat those struggles. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space for you as we work through your struggles. I see adult...
Understanding, acceptance and compassion: Rediscover happiness and experience self-fulfillment through self-discovery. As a LICSW, I will work with you to help recognize behaviors that may be limiting your potential, and guide you towards discovering your true self. I will meet you in a safe, non-judgmental space where I can gain a better understanding of who you really are and the daily...
Now accepting new clients. Telehealth and some in-person services available. Kim believes that counseling is a brave and courageous step toward finding out more about oneself and unlocking our own inner truths. By using a strength-based, person-centered approach, Kim creates a safe space for clients to explore their inner world in a way that feels gentle and empowering. She is passionate about...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! As a counselor I believe in pulling from a few schools of thought to ensure that the client receives the therapy they need. With preteens, adolescents, and adults I primarily take a person-centered approach by providing clients with a judgement free space to explore and navigate towards their own successes. As a counselor I do this by supporting the client and providing...
I specialize in conducting neuropsychological evaluations for neurodiverse children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling at home and/or school! My goal is to help each individual recognize their strengths and learn to overcome the obstacles to their success. I am also formally trained in conducting neuropsychological evaluations across the lifespan and offer consultations and...
For students of any age, beginning the new school year can cause anxiety, difficulty focusing, and disorganization. In addition, learning and completing schoolwork virtually is difficult. If you are a parent, you want the best for your child and you don't want to see your child struggle; you want clarity on why your child is having difficulty and what assistance will drive your child to succeed...
The mission of C & C Health Care Services is to enhance the well-being of the community by providing comprehensive, high-quality health care services including prevention and education with special emphasis on the medically under served and low-income populations. Our goal is to provide a “medical home” for the under served by significantly expanding access to primary care, behavioral health,...
