Intellectual disabilities affect people in many ways depending on the specific condition or circumstance. People may be affected by an intellectual disability and a mental health issue simultaneously.
Available Treatment Options
Counselors often work together with a care team of rehabilitation therapists, physical therapists, and other medical staff to formulate a plan for children with intellectual disabilities that promotes their health and gives them support in education and other facets of life.
Counseling interventions may include assisting people in learning daily tasks of living, developing communication skills, processing emotions in healthy ways, and promoting a supported, healthy lifestyle.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Intellectual Disability
Is it difficult to feel close to your child because of defiance, emotional outbursts, or behavioral struggles? Have you tried therapy before, but the therapist didn’t seem to understand you? My approach to counseling for adults and play therapy for children is nonjudgmental, supportive, and often fun. I believe interacting with the world through joy and humor lets us build healing connections w...
As a dual diagnosis therapist, I work with people struggling with mental health &/or substance abuse concerns. I enjoy teaming up with my clients to help them define their issues of concern & identify what they want to achieve during counseling. I help clients work toward their personal goals using proven approaches based on the person's needs. I work with people with a variety of strengths &...
I champion the cause No Stigma. I believe that everyone deserves access to mental health services and to have that access with limited wait time. I practice from a person centered stand point. For me, this means taking the time to truly understand your needs. We will work together to build a road map with your goals in mind and review your progress along the way. I look forward to working with...
What if you could be free of anxiety, depression and stress during this Covid19 time of extreme change? On line therapy sessions can assist you with your life. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), communication skills improvement and talk therapy. We will practice exercises to use in your daily life. I can assist you with issues of anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, loss, self dou...
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed psychologist who specializes in assessment and treatment of children and adolescents experiencing emotional and/or behavioral difficulties; including anxiety, ADHD, depression, disruptive behavior disorders, social skills issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other developmental disabilities. I understand the importance of parental involvement in the...
Are you having a difficult time with your child? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing is working? I have worked with children, adolescents, and families for many years. My goal is to help your child learn the skills to communicate their thoughts and feelings to help reduce their problem behavior. Through our work together, we will work as a team to get you all back on track to...
I specialize in adolescents & parenting. My main areas of expertise are processing information challenges (as defined by: rigid thinking, stress sensitive, disorganized, "not getting it", struggles with change/transitions, & socially struggling), anxiety, depression, attention (ADHD), attachment/adoption, EMDR & problematic pornography viewing. I seek to help young men build resilience in their...
In addition to being a NJ/NY licensed psychologist, I am dually board certified in pediatric & school neuropsychology. I provide evaluations and consultations for families, schools, physicians, and attorneys. The focus of my evaluation is to determine whether a person has a disabling condition, but more importantly, to provide a ”blueprint" to drive effective interventions and treatment. I...
I work with clients struggling with a variety of issues, including Anxiety/Panic, ADHD, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Separation/Divorce, Chronic Pain, Mood Disturbance, Self-Care, and many more. Therapy tends to work best when a client provides as much information as possible, is open and honest, and puts in the effort and work necessary to improve upon their life. I aim to provide a...
NOW OFFERING MEDICATION MANAGEMENT IN ANKENY AND AMES. At Clear Brook Counseling Professionals, we work together to provide you the therapy - family, couples, or individual that will deliver the best results for your unique needs. We believe life has meaning, and every moment is worth living. That's the end goal. At Clear Brook you'll experience a team of counselors, proven treatment, and...
I believe that each of us already possesses the ability to live a happy and fulfilling life. With greater self-understanding, we can discover and break through barriers that hold us back, find new perspectives, and achieve new goals. I work with people who are experiencing specific challenges--such as trauma or relationship issues--as well as those who suffer from anxiety, depression, feel "stu...
You do not have to feel alone with your problems or hold painful feelings inside. I want to assist you in dealing with emotions more effectively, changing relationships, behavior patterns, or negative outlook that may hold you back from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful life. Allow me to help empower you in making lasting changes in your life by working together as a team to pursue your...
I have worked in Calaveras county providing counseling services for over 20 years. I am a supportive, non judgmental person who can help individuals cope with the difficulties in their lives, and make changes in the way they think and behave. I work best with teens, and adults, and have experience with disabilities, trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and other adjustment to l...
( English | español ) Bienvenidos: Si usted es como yo probablemente tiene ideas y dudas acerca de pedir ayuda psycologica. Culturalmente pensamos que recurrir a este tipo de ayuda significa que somos debiles o "insanos", pero la ayuda que se nos ofrece es poca o impractica. Ademas, no podemos solucionar todos nuestros problemas solos. Algunas de nuestras cualidades culturales radican en el...
*Unable to accept new clients at this time* It is all too often that we miss out on life as it unfolds; in the present moment. Our thoughts, feelings, and memories often leave us distracted, reactive, and approaching life as though it were a series of problems to be solved. I practice utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which is a mindfulness-based intervention designed to help y...
