Developmental disorders describe a wide range of conditions such as learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual disabilities, and Cerebral Palsy. Often diagnosed in children, many counseling interventions can help with developmental disorders. Occupational, speech, and language therapies and motor skills training can be helpful for children with these concerns.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions often include the parents or entire family to work on integrating activities, skills, and techniques that work to help the child function more efficiently. Parents may require more intensive counseling to deal with the potential difficulties of raising a differently-abled child.
A broad approach with many options is best for children diagnosed with a developmental disorder so the therapist and family can develop a treatment plan that works best for the individual child.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Developmental Disorders
I believe that everyone has a story and it deserves to be heard. My approach to counseling is to empower the client while maintaining a therapeutic and professional relationship. I believe that the counselor should not work harder than the client and the client should not work harder than the counselor. I will work hand in hand with the client, toward goals that are appropriate to their situati...
At Bridges of the Mind our ideal client would be an individual who is seeking a psychological or educational assessment to better understand their strengths and weaknesses. We specialize in neurodevelopment disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and Learning Disorders. Our assessments are available for the lifespan. We also offer Barton Reading Tutoring and Social Skills Groups. We ...
I believe that our current situation is not an accurate representation of our potential future. We may not have the power to change how we got here, but we have the power to change where we end up. I'm here to support you in your journey through encouragement, trust, and deepening your self-understanding. In a counseling session, the focus will be on you and your personal growth. After all, it'...
I'm a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas. I graduated from Baylor University with a Masters in Educational Psychology. Throughout my 20 year experience I have gained knowledge in treating client's who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Bi-polar disorder, Personality Disorders, PTSD/Trauma, Addiction and life adjustment issues. My approach to treatment is to start with genuine...
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Healthy child and adolescent development is crucial in order to sustain positive and successful transitions into the next stages of life. From early development to older childhood, older childhood to adolescence, adolescence to young adulthood and so on, each stage of development will impact the later. Providing children and teens with appropriate tools and coping skills for a variety of social...
Excepting New Clients: As a licensed psychologist, certified school psychologist & licensed behavioral analyst, I treat children, teens and young adults presenting with a wide range of emotional difficulties. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help gain a deeper understanding of themselves and make effective changes in their lives. In my practice I utilize techniques that h...
Trauma can have an impact on many parts of your life causing feelings of stress, anxiety, depression and at times, physical pain and discomfort. Luckily, you do not have to go through this alone. As your therapist I will work with you hand-in-hand to help you work through your feelings of stress, anxiety, and pain towards a brighter future healing both the mind and body. I completed my Bachelor...
Therapy can be a transformative experience for people facing a multitude of life’s challenges. What I find to be the most important factor for change is understanding the relationship we have with ourselves. When we take the time to learn who we are and where we come from, we see our relationships in a new light. Self-acceptance allows us to navigate the world more freely. My individualized...
I am a school psychologist and LMHC counselor. I work with children and adolescents from age 2.5-21. I have worked extensively with children in all these age groups in NYC public schools as well as in private practice over 15 years. Experienced in play therapy and Cognitive behavioral therapy. My goal is to work with the child and family to independence and short term therapy teaching coping...
**Practice is currently full. Please call if you would like to be placed on a waitlist**Terese Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) blending diverse, person-centered and trauma-informed methodologies to create a safe, non-judgmental healing space. The foundation of her work is that healthy, compassionate relationships are the vehicle for change. Her practice is therefore centered...
Unwanted thoughts, anxiety and depression can be very difficult to manage. Sometimes we feel all alone or lost and need someone to help get us on track. Please allow me to help you grow and develop into the person you want to be in a safe, supportive counseling environment. My goal is to help you feel empowered and confident in your abilities to manage the challenges in your life. I use a...
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You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Are you ready to make a change in your life? It takes courage to ask for help, but the rewards of doing so can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges life has to offer. In working together, we will cultivate growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and...
