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 ideal client is one that is struggling but wants to improve. Neurodevelopmental disorders are my JAM! ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorders is where I direct much of my clinical experience. It's important to me that my clients (and their parents/families/teachers) understand the uniqueness of their disorder and how to turn a perceived deficit into a SUPERPOWER. All child...
Dr. O'Connor is a licensed psychologist in Ohio and a nationally certified school psychologist. She specializes in providing comprehensive psychological evaluations with children and adolescents presenting with a wide array of concerns including learning and intellectual disabilities, developmental disorders including ASD, ADHD, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD and thought disorder...
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and the owner of Empowered Wellness Counseling, LLC. Through internships, education, and work experience, I have over ten years’ experience working in therapeutic settings, including hospitals, boarding schools, and community mental health. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and also hold a National Certified Counselor (NCC)...
In the last ten years I have worked with clients in a variety of settings; outpatient, in-home, intensive outpatient, legal systems, clinic, and emergency room. I have also worked with a variety of needs; anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, autism, attachment disorder, other trauma related disorders, suicidal and self-injury thoughts/behaviors. I work with a variety of ages. I...
I am a clinical social worker and therapist licensed in the state of Washington. In my practice, I see children, adolescents and adults of all ages who may be experiencing difficulties within themselves or in their relationships with others or may be seeking a journey or self-growth and change. My style is based on the belief that in order to best assist my clients in reaching their goals durin...
I have experience supporting children and adults who have been living with trauma, mental health disorders, developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorder who want help to meet their goals in life and gain a better understanding to live the life they desire by supporting a person in accepting where they are at. Together we can build a trusting relationships that allow us to work togeth...
Hello! I am Kari Draeger MS, LPC, NCC. I love to work with children and teens in helping them to become more successful, and gain confidence. I believe it is important to help children and teens to be able to talk about tough emotions and feelings in a safe, empowering environment. I work with children 10 years old and older. I have over 14 years of experience working with children and parents....
**Virtual sessions and reduced rates to provide support during COVID-19 containment.**" Do you have a problem (or relationship) that you have spent countless hours thinking about, trying to solve, and maybe even seeking the advice of friends? Yet somehow you are still struggling to find a solution that works for you. Does your anxiety take over at the worst possible moment? Perhaps you wish lif...
My name is Larry Mabry Jr. I’ve been in the educational arena for over 20 plus years in a myriad of many capacities. I’ve taught kindergarten through college in areas of literacy, math, social studies, and science. Throughout my many lessons taught and learned, I’ve realized that life is a school and earth is a classroom of many lessons. I’ve learned to cooperate with the ebb and flow of life a...
Alpha Beta Behavioral Psychological Services Inc. is a mental health practice that provides counseling services to individuals with psychological concerns and needs. Our goal is to guide those whose lives are marked by intense emotional suffering toward a life worth living by using evidence-based treatments. We recognize that when life is full of pain, people’s attempts to cope can lead to even...
Have you been feeling overwhelmed or have you lost motivation? Have you been through trauma or even thought about taking your own life? You may have tried to find your own ways to cope and have just run out of ideas. Reaching out for counseling can be challenging, and I get that. Maybe you are skeptical that counseling is the right place for you. I believe that everyone is capable of changing...
Now accepting new clients for individual, couple and family sessions. Let's remove the "stress" and get real about relationships. I specialize in working with couples and families who are experiencing stress for a variety reasons such as divorce, family and military transitions, parenting, behavioral problems, anger management, infidelity, and grief. My goal as a therapist is to meet...
Overwhelmed, confused, indecisive, worried? Yes! Has anyone told you you're an overachiever/perfectionist? It often feels like a strength, a way to accomplish, be rewarded, and avoid criticism. But it also creates unnecessary stress and anxiety. Am I right? You feel stressed and don’t even know where to begin to juggle everything in your life. You find yourself feeling like it is never enough. ...
I specialize in working with young children and their caregivers who are experiencing a variety of behavioral and developmental challenges resulting from trauma, autism spectrum disorders, depression, anxiety and other social-emotional concerns. I work closely with caregivers to help understand the underlying problems in order to find strategies to address the challenges they are facing. My...
The stories family members tell themselves have a measurable impact on their interactions with one another. Family members who see their interactions as a series of battles, for example, have very different interactions than those who see them as learning experiences, milestones or challenges to overcome. There are times when our stories prevent us from moving forward. As the old adage says, “I...
