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
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Offices in Naples, FL, NYC, Hamptons. TELEHEALTH services available. Dr. Christine Borelli is an Ivy-league educated psychologist who is dedicated and compassionate with over 11 years of experience. She has advance training in psychological assessment for patients across the lifespan. Areas of expertise include learning disabilities, psychological disorders, dementia/memory issues, attention...
Life has many challenges and there are seasons in our life than can be difficult to navigate on our own. I get it because I have been there! It would be my privilege to come along side of you and help you discover "the you" that you want to be, or help you find solutions to your hurt or conflict. I am committed to working with individuals, children, couples and families with challenging...
*Telehealth/On line services* Is your child/teen struggling socially, emotionally, behaviorally, or with difficult thoughts? As a parent, are you overwhelmed by all of the demands of being a parent? Does your youth have a difficult time making friends or communicating with others? Is your child highly sensitive? Some kids have a difficult time managing their emotions and it may result in tantru...
Connecticut neighbors, in this time of Coronavirus/Covid 19 with the many worries that we have I provide person focused psychotherapy with specialty assisting people with medical and developmental Disabilities. In my practice I provide rehabilitation and neuropsychological services to children, adults, and elders with a focus on patients with complex medial disabilities of the central nervous...
If Covid -19 is affecting you, please call to discuss options. I believe that every client should receive a non-biased and non-judgmental place when looking for treatment. Life throws us situations in which we must adapt, change our ways, or avoid. A change can be challenging. More importantly, being stuck is sometimes harmful. I am here to help you face these difficult situations. I work throu...
The therapist-client alliance is at the core of emotional healing. I use a compassionate approach pair with evidence-based treatments to effectively target common mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, trauma-related, and other psychological disorders that prevent satisfying relationships. Yo hablo español: La alianza de el terapeuta y el/la clienta es el núcleo de la...
Have you noticed changes in you and/or your child? Is he/she argumentative, aggressive, often distracted or has a hard time staying still? I can help! Children go through various transitions in their life for many different reasons, with these transitions come behavioral changes. I work hands on to provide them with the appropriate skills they need to express themself in positive ways. Adults t...
Jay is passionate about his work and people. He specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and task-centered therapy addressing anxiety, depression, and maladaptive behaviors, including addictions. Jay utilizes art-based interventions designed to help clients connect with their creative selves. Jay is a welcoming, affirming therapist for LGBTQ clients....
My belief is that we're all works in progress, having found this to be true of clients struggling with life changes to even the most complicated clients whom I've seen--young gang members, in whom I've had the privilege of seeing humanity and goodness. The role of therapist, for me, is one of empowering, bearing witness to life's bewilderment and suffering, and jointly creating a peace of mind ...
Everyone deserves to feel good about themselves, and everyone can. Psychotherapy helps you develop the insight, skills and courage to create more joy, harmony, power, and success in your life. These positive changes may manifest as an improved sense of well-being, better stress management, reduction of painful/unwanted symptoms, improved relationships, enhanced sense of self, career success, et...
Are you perplexed as to why your child doesn't like school, is struggling academically, or exhibits behaviors that are concerning? Remember that for almost every child, there is a reason why they are having difficulties in school or at home. Children want to succeed and be liked by others. As a Licensed School Psychologist and Nationally Certified School Psychologist, I provide comprehensive...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and don't know where to turn to? Therapy can help! We are dedicated group of professionals with over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. We can help you to gain control of your problems. We don't judge you, whatever your needs are we can help. We are truly good friends. Dr. Jean received his Master's Degree in Social Work from Barry...
We welcome anyone wanting to have better parenting, recovery from addiction, grief and loss, increased happiness, less anxiety and positive relationships. We bring vast experiences with a variety of issues for relief of suffering. We teach and support your courage leaving you feeling comfort and compassion in your relationships. Our vision is to be one of the community's finest, supportive...
Working with individuals and families is a collaborative process. I hope to use my many clinical experiences to help guide clients through a path toward more satisfaction in life. Therapy is not a process of simple "change," but rather a process of finding and developing aspects of satisfaction in careers, families, leisure, and relationships that likely exist when we weed through the days'...
