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
Shallon utilizes Equine Assisted Therapy to offer a unique opportunity for children and teens to explore interpersonal issues, increase self-esteem and confidence, and grow in hope and self-efficacy. Shallon believes that relationships with horses reveal underlying strengths and challenges while also empowering individuals to succeed and build healthy relationships. As your therapist, Shallon w...
We are a group of clinicians who work with children, teens, adults, and families. We specialize in working with people who present with a variety of mental health issues including chronic pain/illness, obesity, anxiety disorders, depression and bipolar disorders, ADHD, and autism/Asperger's. Some of our clients are new to therapy; others have seen many different therapists before coming to us. ...
***Practice is full, please email to reserve spot on the waitlist*** I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. I work with a wide range of clients from many different backgrounds and serve children, adolescents, adults, and families. I enjoy working with people from a person-centered and solution-focused approach, working to first develop ...
We warmly welcome you to our psychological private practice located in Westlake! We appreciate how difficult it is to take the first step in this journey. Our mission is to provide a safe space that is warm and inviting, where healing can occur. Some of our providers offer evening, weekend and telemental (online video platform) appointments. We do our best to schedule initial appointments as so...
I specialize in family therapy, including individual child sessions, parenting sessions, and whole-family sessions. While children's behavior or mood can often be the motivating factor that gets families in the door, I find that family systems are deeply interconnected and most clients can benefit from a more holistic approach than just child therapy alone. I find the most satisfaction in train...
**CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I believe healing occurs within and through trusting relationship(s). As a clinician with an education background in social work and psychology, my goal is to help individuals, parents, and families process barriers, organize emotional chaos, and develop communication, relational, and coping skills to live a functional, whole, and happy life. I have...
I am a licensed clinical social worker with Your Health Concierge, Inc (YHC), an outpatient wellness clinic providing psycho-therapeutic services to achieve positive change and growth. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work in 1994, and have worked over the years in various settings, to include outpatient mental health clinics (where I provided individual and family therapy to adults and...
I specialize in working with children and teens with behavioral challenges and their families. I have extensive training and experience working with and improving things such as refusing to go to school, aggression, oppositional behavior, tantrum behavior, feeding and toileting issues and self-injurious behaviors. I work with kids, teens and families to develop behavioral strategies and tools a...
( English | español ) (Not accepting new clients) There are days that you want to get away from your child and it kills you to feel this way. You sometimes think of the life you had prior to having children. You were less exhausted then. You didn’t think parenting would be this hard. Your child is having constant meltdowns and becomes upset over the littlest things. This happens almost daily. Y...
All of a sudden, your sense of "normal" is different. Established routines went out the window with the arrival of Covid, and has created a need for change. Change - good or bad - is stressful. You feel the impact of this change every day, and want to alleviate it as soon as possible. You want to be the happy and productive individual you know you can be. Your needs seem simple, but have been...
I am currently on a waiting list for the next 6 weeks and cannot accept new clients at this time. I enjoy counseling individuals with a focus on personal growth, social connections, and wellness action planning. I typically work with children, youth, families, and adults at better managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, and family conflict. I utilize eclectic approaches...
My approach to therapy is collaborative and supportive. We will work together to explore your past experiences, gaining insight into how they influence your current relationships and functioning. We will also identify healthy coping skills and strategies to support you in making the changes you want in your life. My goal is to hold a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients, allowing you to...
( English | ) I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in a combination of individual & family therapy for the treatment of children & teens who have depressive, anxiety, stressor-related, conduct, or substance use disorders, as well as other social/behavioral difficulties & grief/loss/separation/divorce. I utilize an integrative theoretical approach informed by developmental, family system...
Accepting new clients now!! I work with clients who are ready to take charge in their lives and work towards improvements. Clients who realize that sometimes in life we need a little extra help to manage tough situations. I like working from a strengths perspective in order to help clients create goals and reach them with a set of new skills mixed with ones they already have. I want to help...
I have immediate openings to assist those that need assistance during this difficult time. I offer tele-therapy through private and secure video and/or phone sessions. Contact me for a free 10 minute consultation. I am a psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with various stressors. I offer a supportive, warm, and compassionate therapeutic environment where I w...
