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
“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them” - Albert Einstein; For several years a major focus in my practice has been working with high functioning individuals affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families. But, this hasn’t limited the breadth of my professional activities. People come to me with the “common cold” conditions of anxiety and...
What gets in the way of you achieving your goals or of feeling a sense of joy? How do you want this day to unfold? My goal is to create a safe space to work together to deepen our understanding of the places where you are struggling right now and to uncover your strengths. I believe that you already have what you need inside of you. I am a warm and compassionate listener and I can offer evidenc...
New couples are often reluctant to seek help. Be it stigma surrounding couple's therapy or feeling like they are "not old enough," couples often wait until resentment and unhappiness have grown to distressing levels before reaching out. This has only become more true as more folx are spending time at home due to the COVID pandemic. According to relationship expert Dr. John Gottman, couples ofte...
Kathryn Hallinan
San Francisco
California
Kathryn Hallinan
San Francisco
California
Therapy is something I believe we all can benefit from at some point and time in our lives. It is a place and space where we can unload all that we carry day-to-day, whether it be work, family stressors or past traumas. In taking the time to pause and build trust together, we get the opportunity to explore who we truly are and what we might want or need for ourselves and those we love. I come...
Restoring You Therapy
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Restoring You Therapy
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Are you an adult or teen experiencing stress, overwhelm, anxiety and/or depression and want more happiness and hope in your life? Are you new to therapy or tired of traditional therapy that is problem focused and looking for a new approach to help increase feelings of well-being? I can help. I utilize a unique combination of solution focused therapy, biofeedback and integrative medicine techniq...
Through my 15 years of being a foster/adopt parent, I have experienced how trauma, attachment, anxiety, learning disorders, Autism, ADHD, and mood disorders, affect daily functioning and the ability to enjoy life. I have come to appreciate how important it is to feel a sense of safety and belonging. We are biologically wired to need connections/relationships for optimal growth and development....
Proven mental health clinician with years of experience working with elementary age children to young adults who exhibit challenging behaviors. Expertise in conducting play therapy, and engaging individuals with parent-child relationship issues. Knowledgeable in the child welfare arena. Experienced in providing coordination services for people with disabilities and case managing clients from...
Heather Allen
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Heather Allen
Colorado Springs
Colorado
I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals who are driven to make positive changes, who may currently be experiencing difficult circumstances, and/or who seek guidance in navigating personal relationships. I want to help clients identify areas for growth and to be adequately prepared for any obstacles. I enjoy working with children and families through the implementation of cognitive...
John Gibilaro and Peace Talkers help families change their views on their child's emotional outbursts and defiance. Our workshops and services use scientifically proven methods to help replace undesirable behaviors with desirable ones. Families learn to view a child's unwanted behavior as an unmet need, rather than a discipline issue. We offer group workshops as well as one-on-one services. A f...
Hello and welcome! I’m Lauren. I’ve been working as a therapist in Connecticut for 4 years providing outpatient psychotherapy to youth and adults, in-home counseling for foster-families with children who have experienced trauma, and in-home crisis and stabilization for at-risk youth. I am not currently accepting new clients, but I am available to help connect you to a therapist or other resourc...
I am a licensed clinical social worker, with a Masters in Clinical Social Work from New York University. I am also a Psycho-Oncology Board Certified Specialist. For over a decade, I have worked in major medical settings, starting at New York University hospital as a social work intern in pediatric oncology, transitioning to Mount Sinai Medical Center where I worked for seven years as a pediatri...
Angel Arche is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of Michigan with over 20 years of experience. She has worked with diverse populations including those with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance abuse, life transitions, relationship issues, PTSD, grief and loss, and many other issues that affect how one functions daily. She completed her Bachelor in Social Wo...
Northern Colorado Assessment Center
Fort Collins
Colorado
Northern Colorado Assessment Center
Fort Collins
Colorado
Have you wondered whether you or a loved one might have autism, ADHD, a learning disability, or another mental health-related condition? Are you struggling with work, school, or social functioning? We offer comprehensive individualized evaluations encompassing cognitive, educational, and emotional/behavioral testing for children, teens, and adults. In addition to providing a diagnosis (if...