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
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years experience in working with children, adolescents, families and couples. I utilize principles of family systems theory with all clients and believe the family dynamic of every client system is central to client progress. I want to help you learn how to break the negative cycles in your life and help you to live the authentic, healthy an...
Having worked in the field for the past twenty years, my passion is to help children, adolescents and adults overcome and manage their symptoms of trauma and exposure to violence. I have worked extensively with parents, teachers, and child care providers in the area of early childhood mental health providing consultation and seminars to assist them in increasing their effectiveness with young...
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Dallas, Texas. Michelle’s education and experience gives her a wide perspective in working with a variety of clients concerns and issues. Michelle therapeutic style is direct but compassionate. " Our thoughts determine our feelings and our behavior". She has a specific interest in providing an opportunity for clients who want to integrate...
Welcome! Making the decision to begin therapy and finding a therapist you connect with are vital steps towards feeling better. In my practice, I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together, at your pace,to identify your goals and areas where you would like to see change. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, with the belief that the therapeutic relations...
All of us have hard times and face a level of inner turmoil that can leave us feeling all alone. It could be struggles with family, coworkers or with just feeling safe enough to be yourself in spite of social pressures to conform. It is those times that you need someone to help you find your way and to become empowered to live your life to the fullest. Whether is is issue related to trauma, gri...
( English | Hrvatski | español | Српски ) I am a Psychologist/Neuropsychologist who specializes in trauma and gender identity (WPATH member). I practice in a group setting with another clinician. We offer individual individualized psychotherapy, designed to meet your needs using different best practice models of therapy. We provide evaluations for HRT and gender affirming surgeries (usually wit...
At Group Therapy LA we practice results-oriented therapy to help you create the deeply fulfilling, authentic life you deserve. With over 20+ years of experience, we provide clients with the guidance and support needed to change unhealthy behaviors, strengthen self-worth, discover emotions and improve relationships.. We offer individual, couples, family & group therapy. Relationships, Depression...
It can be difficult to reach out for help at times. It shows bravery and strength and may take personal motivation to do so. Reaching out is that first step showing you have what takes to heal. I will meet you at your point of need. I help clients like you develop the skills needed to create change, accomplish goals, and live a healthier happier life. With success we begin to change our beliefs...
As a Certified Play Therapist, my passion is working with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with a variety of needs including depression, trauma, autism, and other behavioral issues. My work focuses on developing healthy coping skills and a positive sense of self to incorporate in daily living in order to enhance each individual's well-being and overall family dynamics. My focus of...
Do you worry all the time? Do you find yourself avoiding things that you once loved doing due to fear? Does anxiety keep you awake at night? I help people who struggle with Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, and Anxiety Related Disorders such as OCD, skin picking, and trichotillomania, learn to make meaningful changes in their lives, and to stop the anxiety spiral. Together, we...
Are you ready for the pain to stop? Are you ready to transform your situation? When it's time, call and schedule your session. I see counseling as a process in which you the client, and I, the counselor, work as a team to explore and define the problem situations, develop goals for improving your life and work situation,and restoring balance to your life.The connection of health, mind-body...
My passion has always been to help children overcome both their inner emotional conflict as well as outward behavioral struggles. My professional and life experiences of working in foster care, school settings, and eventually abroad in a residential setting have equipped me to meet both you and your child wherever you find yourselves on your healing journey in dealing with trauma, abuse, neglec...
( English | español ) Hello! Please call me Yaro. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have a doctorate in Psychology. I am also a professor and speaker for trauma and clinical topics. It is a difficult decision to seek therapy. My role as a therapist is to participate in healing wounds, restoring hope, and creating comfortable meaning from stress or painful experiences. If you are...
I specialize in comprehensive psychological evaluations for children and adults. This includes assessment and diagnosis of learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum and other developmental disorders, as well as behavior, mood, and anxiety disorders. I also complete evaluations required for inclusion in gifted or special education programs, pre-adoption, pre-surgical, and court-ordered...
Welcome! My name is Kari Fisher, and thank you for visiting! I am passionate about providing the best possible therapy and assessment services for children. If you are a parent who is concerned about your child’s well-being, I am here to help. Providing therapy services to kids is important work- it has the potential to influence the entire course of a child's life- and I take that responsibili...
