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
*NOW OFFERING TELETHERAPY* "I work with adults, children, couples, and families and assist them in recognizing their inherent potential, harness their individual strengths, and overcome life's challenges. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker, currently practicing at Youth Emergency Services & Shelter. I utilize traditional and non-traditional interventions in my practice, such as CBT, EMDR, art...
I am currently taking new clients. My goal in counseling is to create a comfortable and trusting environment to explore areas of life that are challenging, stressful or ineffective. My style is compassionate, encouraging and motivating. Through individual oriented services that utilize research-validated treatment approaches, I strive to empower clients to increase self-worth and gain new insig...
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who specializes in working with children and adolescents through play therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and strength-based approaches. Some of my other interests include self-acceptance and self-esteem, anxiety and depression, mindfulness, and life-change adjustment. I believe that the counseling process encompasses encouraging growth in...
***Currently accepting new clients!!*** I use a person centered approach, supporting people to discover and enhance inner strengths to help overcome the barriers/challenges they are facing in life. My job is to help you navigate distress and challenges - while discovering worthiness, purpose and meaning. I work from the perspective of your values to help you move through hardships with awarenes...
One's experience with fear, stress, sadness or uncomfortable feelings in general can have major impacts on how we view ourselves and the world. However, when provided with therapeutic guidance, collaboration, skills training, education and support, I have learned that one can cultivate courage, growth and resilience that allows them to reengage in life in meaningful ways. The process of therapy...
We all experience difficult emotions throughout the course of our lives. Pain, of all kinds, is a part of the human experience. Significant problems arise when pain turns into suffering. I believe by changing the way we view ourselves and view the world, we can alleviate suffering. My goal in therapy is to create a space for you to explore new ways of experiencing life's most difficult emotions...
"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards."- Kierkegaard. Are you feeling stuck and unable to move forward from unhealthy behaviors, maladaptive patterns, negative thoughts and feelings, anxiety or stress? Do you wish your life was more fulfilling, better or different than it is but struggle to make a change? I understand how scary and challenging it can be to take t...
Umbrellex® Behavioral Health Services is driven to promote mental health as a critical component of overall wellness. We are committed to the wellness of individuals, their families, and the community through prevention, intervention, treatment, and education. Our focus is on quality of care and service to our consumers through compassion, acceptance, respect, empowerment and sincerity. Umbrell...
I provide individual and relationship therapy, that focuses on solutions to issues like overwhelming emotions, conflict with others, or stressful events. I believe that in life, generally every person has the ability to navigate through life's challenges on their own. Though when stressed for prolonged periods of time, or sometimes even if you experience just one traumatic or overwhelming event...
Are you worried about changes in your child's behavior or mood? I am confident that together we can help your child find happiness, develop the ability to self-soothe, and regulate their emotions. I work collaboratively with parents and children to help them understand one another better and develop a deeper connection. Treatment starts where your child is at, addressing the individual needs of...
Thank you for taking the time to take a deep breath and acknowledging that you would like to seek help for what is causing difficulty in your life at this moment. You have just taken a most courageous step. I would like to assist you in taking this all important first step by working with you to develop coping skills and strategies. I have experience working with children, teenagers, adults and...
Lauren Witek is an independent Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts. She has experience working one-on-one with a diverse population of adults, children, and families within several communities of the Boston Metro Area. Lauren has extensive experience addressing the emotional challenges related to anxiety, depression and trauma. In addition, she has worked with childre...
Missouri Behavioral Health Counseling Associates' mission is to serve Missouri citizens AND to provide services that improves quality of life for Missouri children, adolescents, and families. Our vision is to provide H.O.P.E. by Helping Ordinary People live Extraordinary lives. The clinic staff are trained and fully licensed professional staff. Services provided range from psychological testing...
Does your life, or at least some pieces of it, seem completely overwhelming? Have you felt like you don't have the answers or you're unsure where to go from here? That's where I come in. I work with my clients by meeting them where they are emotionally. We develop and discuss goals and then work toward meeting those goals - together. I want to help you by making things seem more manageable -...
I see clients of all ages, including individuals and families. My areas of interest include; anxiety and depression, recovery from trauma, grief and loss, and disenfranchised grief. I have training in various modalities of therapy such a play therapy, art therapy, sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, animal assisted interventions and trauma systems therapy....
