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.
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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
In this fast-paced world we live in, it can be difficult to make time to take care of ourselves. Therapy provides the time and space to care for your emotional and spiritual needs. There can be many benefits to therapy, including increased self-awareness, healthier relationships, better coping skills, and an improved sense of well-being. As a counselor, I strive to provide my clients with a saf...
Elizabeth Edington is a child and family therapist, working with children as young as three years old through 12 years old and their families. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from the University of Louisville Kent School of Social Work. She has worked in both hospital and community mental health outpatient settings, assessing and treating children and their familie...
The mission of Healing Pathways Center is to assist individuals and families in meeting life's challenges. Through the process of engagement, relationship building and mindful practices, we tap into the heart of the matter. Whether depression, anxiety, autism, life transitions, behavioral or parenting concerns, pain issues and loss of a loved one our goal is to empower individuals towards heali...
My specialization includes assisting adults experiencing challenges of all types: be that physical, mental, psychiatric, developmental, cognitive, intellectual, chronic illness, etc. This may be a personal or indirect experience currently affecting you. We will work together to reflect on and overcome barriers in an empathetic and nurturing environment. We will take the time to grieve any loss,...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I have specialized in working with clients to help them gain greater insight into how their thoughts and behaviors impact not only themselves, but other people in their lives. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can be used as a model for building on relationships with those that matter most to us, outside of the office. I believe that by understanding our past...
Being a human is hard, and for most of us, no one has taught us how to navigate through the messiness of life. At some point in our lives, we might find ourselves lost and stuck. It takes a lot of courage to reflect inwards and work on ourselves. It's my honor to listen, witness, and support you through your struggles and successes. I am committed to understanding your story in the full context...
Greetings! My name is Rob Morrison and I am a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of professional experience and training. I graduated with a BA in Psychology from the University of Delaware in 1984, and from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology in 1996 with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I am also the director of services for Blue Skies Psychological Services, P.C.; a group...
Have you experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, stress or loss? Or have a child who may have Autism, ADHD, Anger issues or Behavioral Difficulties? The hurts and pain can seem overwhelming and disturbing for youth and adults alike. Understanding and a nonjudgmental atmosphere may be what you are looking for, and can be found at Transformed RenU Counseling. Truth and security can go a long way...
Binaries can be stifling. Suffocating. Living in a world with prescribed ideals, roles, presentations and expectations is exhausting, terrifying and lonely. Maybe you’ve always known that something about you doesn’t quite fit the within the strict confines and regulations of gender and sexuality in our society. Maybe you’re just now starting to question things, or feeling confused and overwhelm...
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed with life, exhausted, anxious, or depressed? Have you experienced a stressful or traumatic life event? Perhaps you struggle with a chronic illness. Maybe you struggle with a difficult child or teen. Or maybe your partner has been unfaithful. Are you tired of feeling isolated and hopeless? You want- no, you need- things to change, but you don’t where to begi...
Children, teens, young adults, and parents all experience a number of stressful and difficult periods in their lives. Together, we will address concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral problems and opposition, inattention, hyperactivity, and other personal adjustments. I offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for young children between the ages of 2 and 7 who have trou...
OPENINGS AVAILABLE THIS WEEK!! When you are looking for a counselor, you want someone you can trust, right? You want to feel safe. You may feel that you are different and you want to know that he or she has experience and understands how to help. I been a support for those who have experienced eating disorders, anxiety, sensory processing disorders, LGBTQ discrimination, domestic violence,...
My passion is counseling children. Children are affected by a number of life issues divorce, loss of a family member, or loss of a friend. Your child may have a diagnosis of Aspergers (now Autism Spectrum Disorder), ADHD, or Depression. Your child may be struggling to connect with peers, keep up academically, or battling anxiety. Yet, it may be hard for you as a parent to get them to open up. W...
Thank you visiting my page. Anxiety can have a paralyzing effect making it difficult to make choices or to live your life to the fullest. The constant doubt can be exhausting and confusing. While depression can convince us that we can't and that our future is hopeless. These feelings can lead us to get stuck in unhelpful patterns that are hard to stop. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space t...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist conducting comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational assessments for children and adolescents in the Charleston and Mount Pleasant, SC area. I have extensive training in child and adolescent psychology, and expertise in evaluation of a range of concerns including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disorders, and behavioral challenges. I have...
