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
***ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS IMMEDIATELY*** LaToya sees adults, children/Adolescents, and elderly clients. LaToya Mullen is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner . LaToya graduated with her Masters of Science in Nursing from Walden University in 2016 and also graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with Post-Master's Certificate in 202...
Life can be stressful, overwhelming and exhausting at times. We might see it in our kids, who struggle adjusting to a new change, or overcoming a situation. They throw tantrums, hit, or become overly shy and anxious. As we grow and experience life ourselves, things get more and more complicated. Family relationships, romantic life, career choices and work/life balance, are only a few examples....
I value the counseling relationship and have a desire to practice with a client-centered approach. I have a great deal of experience working with families, and specifically with children and adolescent clients. Life experience also drive my clinical passions, including working with those struggling with difficult emotions and complicated grief. I take a person-centered, Cognitive-Behavioral...
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults by providing trauma-focused psychotherapy and assessment. I prioritize helping my clients develop self-compassion, confidence, meaning, and connection. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is fundamental to create change, and with a nurturing and challenging approach, I will help you understand...
What happens to intelligence, talent, passion and potential without direction or guidance? Typically not much.... What happens when these same qualities are cultivated and partnered with caring guidance and development? People can achieve their potential! They can have richer, more satisfying lives. I actively work to encourage, motivate, and challenge individuals and families to explore...
My passion and purpose is to help people heal painlessly from what has been troubling them, often in as few as 1-3 sessions by using Rapid Resolution Therapy. I earnestly believe that NOTHING is wrong with YOU! The problem has been with the way the mind has been processing information and through the use of RRT we can make a significant difference in how you have been feeling. RRT has been foun...
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I believe that our challenges and strengths emerge from a combination of our personality, biology, family upbringing, environment, stage of life, and current relationships. My goal as a therapist is to help individuals, couples, and families make sense of these influences and understand the context that affects them. My second goal is to support my...
I work with highly sensitive toddlers, children (in homes, daycares, preschools, or remotely) and adults to process the everyday stressors and pleasures of life in NYC. Through a holistic approach combining naturalistic ABA, attachment theory, narrative revision, reflective listening, mindfulness, inner child work, and human design (kabbalah, i-ching, chakra system, quantum physics, and astrolo...
Do you feel you don’t know how to manage your child’s behaviors, or wish you had a better relationship with them? You are not alone! Many parents experience this and begin to feel lost and hopeless. If you are ready for help, please contact me. No one knows your child better than you and you are a crucial part in helping them build the skills to be successful. As a team we will create goals and...
Feeling lost? You’re not alone. Some people may find themselves in a life that may not be worth living. Some may find themselves so immersed in taking care of someone else that they forgot who they are. Others find themselves in a place where they are told that their life is just beginning, but they have no idea where to start. Let’s find YOU together. It can be difficult to organize and have a...
Do you need a safe space right now to talk about your thoughts and feeling of uncertainty? We can work at issues that are affecting you and your family due the COVID-19 pandemic or other issues by teletherapy until there is not the need for social distancing. Sometimes it all seems so overwhelming and impossible. I work from a client-centered, eclectic counseling style that is tailored to the...
Hello! I am a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) And Nationally Certified Counselor. I am currently working on completing my Registered Play Therapist certification and specialization in various modalities. I currently specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults ages 0-24 with the diagnosis of developmental disorders, behavioral issues, attachment issues...
I want people to know that therapy begins with choosing to take the step of exploring yourself, an event that has occurred, STRESS, relationships, loss, burnout. That big next step involves developing a trusting and genuine rapport with your clinician. I invite you to reach out and begin that process with me and know that it can be done with humor, understanding, and a very strong believe in th...
Hello! I'm Dr. G - I believe therapy is transformative. That being said, therapy is not “one size fits all,” and finding what works for you is a critical part of the process. My personal style combines empathy and trust, with understanding and some humor. Please reach out if you have any questions about therapy, mental health, or my practice. I specialize in the treatment and assessment of peop...
Andrew approaches his work with clients drawing upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT) approaches, DBT skills, Exposure and Response Prevention interventions. For me, relationships in my therapeutic work stand to be the backbone and foundation of the best possible outcomes. I am a warm and compassionate clinician who balances empathy and expectations...
