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 am Loren L. Hoffman, Ph.D., a Florida licensed child psychologist with offices in Naples, FL. I provide neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children challenged most frequently by dual exceptionalities. For example gifted + attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder + ADHD + dyslexia, traumatic brain injury (TBI) + seizures, ADHD +...
I am a licensed clinical social worker since 2010. I received my masters degree from Newman University in Colorado Springs. My personal difficulties taught me to be compassionate to myself and others. Asking questions instead of telling someone who they are is a tangible tool that leads to listening to our own truth instead of feeling okay only if someone else says we are. It can be difficult...
I believe that the success of therapy is based on the strength of the relationships. I try to create a safe space free of judgement that can allow for that relationship to grow. My hope is that I can help individuals and families explore their understanding and meaning of the problems that they experience. I also hope to give more voice to the values and strengths that run counter to those...
I like to work with people of all ages. Often with adults I am interested in getting beyond everyday conversation into deeper layers of self, incorporating an inward focus of the body, mind and spirit. I am eclectic and offer a strength-based approach to help with depression, anxiety, transitions, relationship challenges, overall stuckness and other challenges. My approach is humanistic and...
Developing a strong therapeutic relationship continues to prove to be the most effective factor in creating change in therapy. Through the therapeutic relationship individuals and families create the opportunity to develop a greater level of understanding and acceptance of themselves and others. They then can develop new opportunities for more positive and fulfilling meaning in their lives....
I enjoy assisting people in their journey to overcome life changes, trauma, depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, parenting issues, grief and loss, and self-image. I practice from an eclectic variety of therapies and healing practices from my personal values of compassion, empathy and creativity. I also offer EMDR and audio-visual entrainment. I integrate practices from many points of v...
When you work with me, it doesn't feel like "therapy". We work together to problem-solve and find strategies to ease their stress and improve behavior. I help you learn positive coping skills, so they feel more at ease mentally and physically. Knowing how to face difficult situations is a skill taught throughout life, but when dealing with difficult times we can sometimes forget how to use the...
*I am currently not accepting new clients* I have been a licensed clinician for the past 20 years. My strengths-based approach to therapy is integrated, with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It is my goal to provide a safe, respectful, and confidential environment to work through current challenges. I believe that each person is unique and possesses internal strength, skills, and...
I am passionate about helping adults, families, children, and couples who are trying to find solutions and encouragement. I have assisted people experiencing a variety of issues, such as anxiety, parenting, attachment/relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, mood disorder, defiance/anger, trauma, abuse/neglect, poor attention/hyperactivity, situational life changes, and grief/loss issues. ...
I am a Licensed Psychologist specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders for the Autism Society of Minnesota. For more than 30 years I've specialized in diagnostic and functional assessments, individual therapy for adults and adolescents, as well as training and consultation for caregivers. I and my team of therapists are available to meet any need that relates to Autism. Though I plan to retire...
I provide therapy and coaching for neurologically diverse adults and teens who may at times feel challenged or confused by the social world. I enjoy helping clients to interpret the 'invisible' rules of social relationships, and to problem-solve practical challenges they may face at home, work, or school. I also provide counseling to neuro-diverse couples, and consultation to parents and...
I work primarily with children and teens, although I do some assessments (ADHD, LD, cognitive, adaptive) for all ages. Child and Adolescent Psychology (Assessment & Therapy) ...plus...ADHD, learning disability, cognitive, and adaptive assessments for all ages...
I provide counseling and consulting to adult male and female clients in Federal and State criminal justice matters including sentencing, parole board interviews and public hearings, rehabilitation counseling for clients in prisons and commutation of sentence. I provide sentencing mitigation consulting and residential treatment alternatives for clients facing adult and juvenile sentencing....
The ideal client is willing to work with me to meet his or her goals. This means that the client will attend sessions and participate in therapeutic work. My ideal client will benefit from a client-centered approach, tailored to meet their mental health needs. My experience with children, adolescents and adults of all ages, with a specialty in trauma, grief and loss, depression, mood, behavior...
An important part of successful therapy is feeling connected with your therapist. I'll first work with you on building that connection by listening and trying to understanding your feelings and experiences. We will also work collaboratively to understand patterns in your relationships and past experiences that help shape your current situation and behaviors. Coming to a better understanding of...
