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
Ignite Community Counseling and Resource Center provides a wide range of Outpatient and In-Home Psychotherapy services to help people of all ages and ethnicities, identify and modify behaviors, learn positive coping mechanisms and find healthy outlets for expressing feelings. At Ignite, our clinical team uses state-of-the-art therapeutic approaches to help address issues such as Trauma,...
2020 UPDATE: During COVID-19, Dr. Coe will be offering her private practice services exclusively via securely-delivered telehealth (which she offered prior to the current public health crisis). Dr. Coe has specialized expertise in trauma and death, dying, and loss, as well as with children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or anxiety who are adjusting to changes in their routine...
My practice is focused on comprehensive psychological assessment across the lifespan. A psychological assessment answers important questions you may have about yourself or your child and leads to tailored recommendations to help you or your child achieve success. I can help you answer important questions about yourself or your child. For example, parents may ask, "Does my child have Autism...
Life can be stressful; between friendships, family relationships, work, finances it can feel like spinning so many plates and anxiously watching to see which one will fall. Then when it inevitably does, we are often so hard on ourselves. Through a more balanced view of self and expectations and self-compassion practices, we can begin to feel more whole, more secure, and more well. For those...
Working with others to achieve their full potential has always been a passion of mine. My clinical experiences include individual, couples, and family therapy, cognitive tutoring, as well as administering psychological and neuropsychological assessments. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, in inpatient and outpatient, community mental health, school, and clinic...
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Family Coach with an extensive amount of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in working with children and adolescents with behavioral issues that are school and home related, LGBTQ community, and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, and daily life issues. I advocate and provide coaching and...
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I specialize in working with gender expansive individuals and helping them face the challenges of being able to express themselves freely in a society that doesn't always understand. In my work as a therapist and a school counselor for over 25 years, I use a directive style utilizing both Solution Focused and Congnitive-Behavioral techniques to challenge negative thoughts and feelings. I also...
We at the Miami Psychology Group (MPG) believe in providing effective, kind and supportive treatment. All our professionals participate in ongoing training to maintain the highest standards in our field. We encourage all clients to participate in initial interviews to see if the practice professionals can meet your needs and most importantly help heal, address and consult on the presenting reas...
