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
I am the owner and sole therapist of Uptown Counseling LLC and have provided mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings since 2011. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and their families; I help clients learn how to get along with others, utilize healthy coping skills, and ultimately, learn how to love themselves. My main goal is to empower clien...
My ideal clients actively collaborate in a non-judgmental, respectful, compassionate, therapeutic setting to uncover and process unresolved trauma that prevents them from realizing their goals. We discuss the benefits and risks of therapy, as we develop workable solutions that are tailored to clients' personalities, and use empirical assessments to monitor clients' progress toward personal goal...
I love working with people that are motivated to start feeling better and want to optimize overall well-being. I like having a diverse clientele and I have experience working with complex issues. I am passionate about working with victims of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. My approach in therapy is holistic and focuses on the mind, body, and spirit to optimize healing. My passion is guid...
If you've ever felt broken, lost, or disconnected I'm the kind of therapist that can support you through your journey of finding lasting change. The beliefs you hold about yourself and the world, your emotions, your memories, and your habits all can influence mental and physical health. When we learn to quiet the mind and unite with the body we learn how to break free from habitual and painful...
Welcome! My name is Shiloh Marie Johnson. I am so glad you found your way here. In this fast paced world, peace can be hard to find. Conflict, trauma, and everyday stressors impact all of us. My goal is to provide a warm setting for you to find rest and peace even in difficult circumstances. I help couples and families work together to find harmony through reinforcing what is working, repairing...
** Please note, Nancy is not taking new clients until January 2021** Nancy takes a strengths based approach to therapeutic work with individuals, couples, and families. All people have an inherent emotional strength and only through building on that strength can further emotional growth occur. Nancy specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and other emotional and ment...
Geek Therapy helps navigate personal issues-while still speaking your own language (books, comic books, literature, video games, movies, tabletop games, etc.) and encouraging you to be unashamed when you "geek out." Integrating evidence based practices and personal interests to aid you in becoming your best self I utilize your interests as tools relating traditional tough life topics such as...
In psychotherapy, I am a supportive listener who helps clients to uncover blind spots where difficulties lurk. I teach healthy coping strategies, and I coach people to try out new behaviors in their daily lives. I further help individuals, families, and couples to shore up inner resources to face life's challenges effectively and with a stronger sense of self-worth. I also guide individuals tow...
We believe it takes small steps to work towards improving your quality of life. We specialize in working with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and families. We are an advocate for family counseling and often find this essential when completing goals towards a positive mental health. We believe counseling is short-term where your family relationships are forever. We offer traditional talk...
Professional Association (dba) Care of the Soul is a multi-specialty group practice comprised of mental health professionals with the highest degree of professionalism, training and credentialing. The doctors and staff are passionate about treatment of the whole person including mind, body and spirit. We hold the highest level of ethics and treat each person with dignity and respect as they...
Now more than ever, it is clear that one's mental health must be nurtured. It is my belief that mental health is just as important to one's well being as one's physical health, if not more so. We must allow ourselves the opportunity to achieve emotional and mental clarity in order to promote positive change. Having the opportunity to discuss one's feelings in a relaxed and non-judgmental...
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and take the first step towards obtaining help for yourself or someone important to you. My name is Michael Wolftrand and I am a Licensed Practicing Counselor seeing clients in New Hartford, CT. I have experience working with all age groups, with a specialty in child and adolescent counseling. Please feel free to contact me with any questions...
I am the founder of the Igniting Change movement and therapy clinic. This movement is about helping the world to understand and overcome the potentially harmful impact of compulsive pornography use in a non-shaming way. Humans are biologically wired to find the greatest happiness and fulfillment through physical and emotional bonding with each other. This natural wiring can be manipulated and...
There are times in our life when we might feel overwhelmed and confused when trying to manage today's stressors. Fortunately, because you are seeking help, you don't have to go through it alone. Often we need guidance when navigating the challenges and feelings that come when difficulties arise. In a supportive and empathetic environment, issues such as: grief and loss, anxiety,...
