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
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Seeking counseling can lead to amazing discovery, personal and professional growth, a deeper understanding of self and provide an overall better quality of life. I appreciate anyone who is willing to reach out and dare to be vulnerable at any time in their life. If you're ready to explore therapy, I would be honored to be a part of your journey. My specialtie...
One of my passions is working with others through life's challenges and help bring hope and healing from difficult circumstances. If you are going through troubled times, let's work through it together. There IS hope in resolving and moving through the situation you are in right now. I have many years of experience working with children, teens and young adults in foster care, as well as extensi...
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP 3432), a nationally certified school Psychologist, a credentialed school administrator, credentialed school psychologist, and a credentialed school counselor. Prior to opening my private practice, I served students in a variety of settings including local public schools, private Catholic schools and an independent charter school. In my varied career...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Using a Behavioral, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Solution-Focused approach, I believe that by providing a positive and supportive setting, young people are capable of changing those behaviors that are causing them and/or their family distress. Through discussion and play, young people and...
I am an LCSW and Certified Child & Adolescent Trauma Professional. I provide individual and family therapy and provide a variety of interventions based on needs, including: attachment-based interventions, DBT/mindfulness, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, child-centered play therapy, Theraplay, and TF-CBT. I have provided treatment for adults and children dealing with Mood Disorders, Anxiety...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA providing services in the Whittier, La Habra and Brea area with over 8 years of experience. I use a client-centered approach in addition to cognitive behavioral and family systems approaches to facilitate the healing process. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, adults and families. Asking for help can be scary. Sometimes, tak...
I work with children of all ages and their families looking for assistance in improving overall day-to-day well-being. This can include a variety of issues such as helping to improve parent-child relationships, sibling relationships, parenting support, and resolving individual issues such as anxiety, depression, processing of trauma, developmental challenges, and many other mental health...
Dr. Allan Coursol is a Licensed Psychologist who provides a comprehensive set of services designed to meet the needs of individuals with a variety mental health concerns. His area of expertise include working with children, adolescents, adults and their families to provide individual, family, marital and group psychotherapy across the lifespan. Additional services include...
At Creative Expression, I specialize in helping kids, teens, and young adults with freely and naturally expressing themselves through art and play therapy techniques. Art and play act as mirrors of what is happening internally. Play is used to explore the world and make sense of experiences that may be difficult to verbalize. Art speaks in colors, shapes, and images beyond the limitations of ou...
Kaelyn Folstad is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in trauma-informed approaches to addressing child, adolescent and adult mental health. She enjoys working with a variety of individuals, couples and families utilizing an eclectic combination of interventions to best meet client needs. Kaelyn strives to come alongside clients and families to help find hope and healing...
Each person holds a view of the world that has been shaped by unique experiences, interactions, and cultural influences. With a strengths-based, person-centered approach to counseling, I am guided by respect for and understanding of this principle. I support others in recognizing their strengths and building the resilience necessary to manage challenges with greater ease. I offer a hopeful,...
Therapy tailored to meet your needs. Do you find yourself having more bad days than good ones? Are there times it feels like one more thing in your world will make you snap? Tired of constantly fighting over money and laundry and who fed the dog last? Tapped out by the demands of social media? Relationship problems? How about lacking general direction in your life and wanting to explore more of...
I help clients feel safe to process life's challenges and obstacles which are interfering with their quality of life, relationships, and goals by providing a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space. Building upon people's resources and increased insight, I assist them on their journey towards greater self-agency and positive life changes. My counseling approach is person-centered and...
I practice counseling and actively work to co-create a counseling relationship in which you will feel and experience safety and understanding. I work to offer deep listening to find an understanding of the person, faithfulness and care to enrich the relationship, and a focused and consistent honoring of the client as a person. I understand that while each person has intense personal and individ...
I believe that therapy can be an essential tool used to maintain a well-balanced, healthy, and fulfilling life. As a therapist, I find it important to create a safe and friendly environment. I strive to always be in tune with what you need and assist you in exploring whatever difficulty you may be experiencing. Whether you or a loved one is looking for a specific therapeutic approach or simply ...
