Autism Therapists in Edmonton, AB
Are you a "big feeler"? Have you always been considered emotional or sensitive? Big feelers are often filled with worries about the future and overwhelmed by the present. You might spend a lot of time dealing with racing thoughts and fears. It's difficult to feel like you're living a secret life where no one knows how much you struggle. You might even feel like no one really knows you. You might wish you could just turn your brain off for a while and not feel so deeply impacted by everything.
Are you a "big feeler"? Have you always been considered emotional or sensitive? Big feelers are often filled with worries about the future and overwhelmed by the present. You might spend a lot of time dealing with racing thoughts and fears. It's difficult to feel like you're living a secret life where no one knows how much you struggle. You might even feel like no one really knows you. You might wish you could just turn your brain off for a while and not feel so deeply impacted by everything.
We offer a variety of counselling services which are tailored to the unique needs of each individual client. All sessions are based on a foundation of respect and acceptance. Everyone in our clinic strives to offer a safe and supportive environment for all clients. We have registered psychologist, provisional psychologists, certified counsellors, and student interns.
We offer a variety of counselling services which are tailored to the unique needs of each individual client. All sessions are based on a foundation of respect and acceptance. Everyone in our clinic strives to offer a safe and supportive environment for all clients. We have registered psychologist, provisional psychologists, certified counsellors, and student interns.
Accepting new clients. My extensive work experience, humanistic perspective and familiarity with multiple therapeutic approaches give me the confidence that I can help improve your quality of life, whatever your current situation might be. I offer clients a safe space with unconditional positive regard, confidentiality, and open communication targeted towards positive growth and change. I practice from a trauma-informed lens and follow a client-centered approach at the outset of which we decide together what treatment plan works best for you and your needs.
Accepting new clients. My extensive work experience, humanistic perspective and familiarity with multiple therapeutic approaches give me the confidence that I can help improve your quality of life, whatever your current situation might be. I offer clients a safe space with unconditional positive regard, confidentiality, and open communication targeted towards positive growth and change. I practice from a trauma-informed lens and follow a client-centered approach at the outset of which we decide together what treatment plan works best for you and your needs.
I specialize in testing and evaluation and conduct mental health assessments, psychoeducational assessments, learning disability and giftedness assessments, differential diagnoses, as well as have specialized training in the diagnostic assessment for neurodevelopment disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
I have diverse and invaluable experiences when it comes to supporting individuals with a variety of presenting concerns and mental health challenges. I am open and keen to supporting clients in different areas and am most passionate about supporting clients with testing and evaluation, emotional regulation, self-esteem, stress management, sexuality, school/work-related challenges, life transitions. I have experience working with individuals who have symptoms of neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders and provide a neuroaffirming lens. I would be honored to work with you and I hope to connect with you soon!
I specialize in testing and evaluation and conduct mental health assessments, psychoeducational assessments, learning disability and giftedness assessments, differential diagnoses, as well as have specialized training in the diagnostic assessment for neurodevelopment disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
I have diverse and invaluable experiences when it comes to supporting individuals with a variety of presenting concerns and mental health challenges. I am open and keen to supporting clients in different areas and am most passionate about supporting clients with testing and evaluation, emotional regulation, self-esteem, stress management, sexuality, school/work-related challenges, life transitions. I have experience working with individuals who have symptoms of neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders and provide a neuroaffirming lens. I would be honored to work with you and I hope to connect with you soon!
We specialize in Autism assessment for children ages 2 and older.
We offer assessment for Autism for children 2+. Other areas include Gottman Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), specialized treatment for severe picky eating/ ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), and social skills groups for children.
We specialize in Autism assessment for children ages 2 and older.
We offer assessment for Autism for children 2+. Other areas include Gottman Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), specialized treatment for severe picky eating/ ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), and social skills groups for children.
Hi, I’m Jessica! I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where you are the expert of your own life. My goal is to create a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their experiences and heal at their own pace, working toward a stronger, healthier future.
Hi, I’m Jessica! I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where you are the expert of your own life. My goal is to create a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their experiences and heal at their own pace, working toward a stronger, healthier future.
He is also the past Clinical Director for the Centre for Autism Services Alberta, providing leadership in multi-disciplinary autism supports.
Life can be complicated. Navigating neurodiversity, mental health, relational distress, psycho-legal issues, and other challenges can add to the stress. Using an integrated, respectful, culturally sensitive, and holistic model of mental health care, Dr. Stolte is able to draw from a wide background of experience and training to support your situation that requires psychological assessment or counselling support.
He is also the past Clinical Director for the Centre for Autism Services Alberta, providing leadership in multi-disciplinary autism supports.
Life can be complicated. Navigating neurodiversity, mental health, relational distress, psycho-legal issues, and other challenges can add to the stress. Using an integrated, respectful, culturally sensitive, and holistic model of mental health care, Dr. Stolte is able to draw from a wide background of experience and training to support your situation that requires psychological assessment or counselling support.
Perhaps you are a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), neurodivergent ( Autism, ADHD, etc.), gifted, 2slgbtqia+, intense, a parent of a high needs child, or different in some other way.
I focus on helping you explore the meaning and emotion behind your experience, in order to transform yourself from the inside out. I am neuro-affirming, and accepting of differences including non-binary gender, non-traditional relationships and much more. As a Holistic Health Practitioner, I help you integrate all aspects of your experience into counselling.
Perhaps you are a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), neurodivergent ( Autism, ADHD, etc.), gifted, 2slgbtqia+, intense, a parent of a high needs child, or different in some other way.
I focus on helping you explore the meaning and emotion behind your experience, in order to transform yourself from the inside out. I am neuro-affirming, and accepting of differences including non-binary gender, non-traditional relationships and much more. As a Holistic Health Practitioner, I help you integrate all aspects of your experience into counselling.
If you’re wondering whether you or someone important to you may meet criteria for autism, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), learning disabilities, giftedness / twice-exceptionality (2e), personality disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, anxiety, or depressive disorders, our team at Savera Medical & Psychology can help.
Our reports are thorough and evidence-based, using a full range of validated tools — including tests of maximum performance, cognitive & neuropsychological testing, standardized self-report & observer-report measures (with validity checks), & comprehensive clinical interviews. Reports are also reviewed by our psychiatrist for conceptual accuracy.
If you’re wondering whether you or someone important to you may meet criteria for autism, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), learning disabilities, giftedness / twice-exceptionality (2e), personality disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, anxiety, or depressive disorders, our team at Savera Medical & Psychology can help.
Our reports are thorough and evidence-based, using a full range of validated tools — including tests of maximum performance, cognitive & neuropsychological testing, standardized self-report & observer-report measures (with validity checks), & comprehensive clinical interviews. Reports are also reviewed by our psychiatrist for conceptual accuracy.
I also work with those affected by neurodevelopmental challenges including Autism Spectrum and ADHD.
I draw upon a combination of modalities to provide an integrative approach to therapy. I generally apply Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Prolonged Exposure, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. When working with children, I incorporate aspects of Play Therapy, Sandtray and Art Therapy.
I also work with those affected by neurodevelopmental challenges including Autism Spectrum and ADHD.
I draw upon a combination of modalities to provide an integrative approach to therapy. I generally apply Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Prolonged Exposure, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. When working with children, I incorporate aspects of Play Therapy, Sandtray and Art Therapy.
My name is Amanda (they/them), and I'm passionate about supporting neurodivergent and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals from all walks of life by drawing on my professional training and my lived experience as a non-binary and AuDHD therapist.
I'm a person-centered and strengths-based therapist who draws techniques from acceptance and commitment therapy, narrative, and more. I love integrating play, sand tray, and art into sessions to help people of all ages express themselves! You're the expert on yourself, so I believe it is essential that we work as a team throughout therapy to meet your goals.
My name is Amanda (they/them), and I'm passionate about supporting neurodivergent and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals from all walks of life by drawing on my professional training and my lived experience as a non-binary and AuDHD therapist.
I'm a person-centered and strengths-based therapist who draws techniques from acceptance and commitment therapy, narrative, and more. I love integrating play, sand tray, and art into sessions to help people of all ages express themselves! You're the expert on yourself, so I believe it is essential that we work as a team throughout therapy to meet your goals.
I work with individual adults navigating a wide range of issues, especially ADHD and autism, neurodivergent parenting, grief, sexual and gender identity, caregiver stress, and life transitions.
I’m a mental health therapist in the final stage of my Master of Counselling degree, currently practicing under the supervision of a registered psychologist. My experience includes a 10-month practicum in a neurodivergence-focused practice, EMDR training, and volunteer work as a grief-group facilitator at a hospice.
I work with individual adults navigating a wide range of issues, especially ADHD and autism, neurodivergent parenting, grief, sexual and gender identity, caregiver stress, and life transitions.
I’m a mental health therapist in the final stage of my Master of Counselling degree, currently practicing under the supervision of a registered psychologist. My experience includes a 10-month practicum in a neurodivergence-focused practice, EMDR training, and volunteer work as a grief-group facilitator at a hospice.
I have a special interest in helping those who are neurodivergent, caregivers of family members with chronic conditions, as well as those who experience anxiety or depression
In addition to my Master of Counselling degree, I have a PhD in neuroscience, which provides me with a unique perspective to help those who are neurodivergent or experience brain-based conditions, such as Autism, and mood disorders, including anxiety and depression. I am still an active researcher and keep up to date on areas important to counselling.
I have a special interest in helping those who are neurodivergent, caregivers of family members with chronic conditions, as well as those who experience anxiety or depression
In addition to my Master of Counselling degree, I have a PhD in neuroscience, which provides me with a unique perspective to help those who are neurodivergent or experience brain-based conditions, such as Autism, and mood disorders, including anxiety and depression. I am still an active researcher and keep up to date on areas important to counselling.
My background is in working with trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depression, and neurodiversity including ASD, ADHD, and others.
Imagine how your life would be without the old fears, anxieties, stress and sadness that you have been carrying for years. Imagine life with new skills that let you cope and thrive. With therapy this new life can be yours. Therapy can help you gain insight into why you function like you do. It can help you learn what needs to change and how to change it. Therapy can help you learn to understand and manage your own emotions, and to understand and deal with the emotions of others. Therapy has been shown to work in peer reviewed studies and in the lives of many people. Therapy works, and it can work for you.
My background is in working with trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depression, and neurodiversity including ASD, ADHD, and others.
Imagine how your life would be without the old fears, anxieties, stress and sadness that you have been carrying for years. Imagine life with new skills that let you cope and thrive. With therapy this new life can be yours. Therapy can help you gain insight into why you function like you do. It can help you learn what needs to change and how to change it. Therapy can help you learn to understand and manage your own emotions, and to understand and deal with the emotions of others. Therapy has been shown to work in peer reviewed studies and in the lives of many people. Therapy works, and it can work for you.
Northern Star Behaviour Services is an agency supporting children with developmental disabilities and autism in the Edmonton and Northern Alberta regions.
Our focus is helping you get your family back on track regarding your child’s behaviours. We specialize in finding the ‘why’ behind behaviours, and our knowledgeable Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA’s) will assist you every step of the way. Frequent referrals include: aggression, self-injury, property destruction, and skill acquisition.
Northern Star Behaviour Services is an agency supporting children with developmental disabilities and autism in the Edmonton and Northern Alberta regions.
Our focus is helping you get your family back on track regarding your child’s behaviours. We specialize in finding the ‘why’ behind behaviours, and our knowledgeable Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA’s) will assist you every step of the way. Frequent referrals include: aggression, self-injury, property destruction, and skill acquisition.
I’m a Master of Social Work (MSW) practitioner and Registered Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families through times of challenge, change, and growth. I bring both professional and lived experience to this work. As a foster caregiver and a parent of children with high support needs, I understand the layered realities and emotional landscape of complex caregiving, and I understand the deep love, persistent advocacy, and profound resilience it requires. My own experiences with adversity growing up also shape the way I show up in this work—with empathy, humility, and deep respect.
I’m a Master of Social Work (MSW) practitioner and Registered Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families through times of challenge, change, and growth. I bring both professional and lived experience to this work. As a foster caregiver and a parent of children with high support needs, I understand the layered realities and emotional landscape of complex caregiving, and I understand the deep love, persistent advocacy, and profound resilience it requires. My own experiences with adversity growing up also shape the way I show up in this work—with empathy, humility, and deep respect.
I work with clients struggling with a wide variety of mental health issues including ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
I like to work with clients who feel stuck, who cannot find a way out of their ongoing struggles. They may or may not have tried many different solutions, but they are hoping for significant, long term improvements to their mental health or relationships, and they need help. At the same time, they also want to participate in their healing journey. They realize or come to realize that, ultimately, they are responsible for their mental health and they want both learning and tools that will be ongoing resources so counselling will not last forever.
I work with clients struggling with a wide variety of mental health issues including ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
I like to work with clients who feel stuck, who cannot find a way out of their ongoing struggles. They may or may not have tried many different solutions, but they are hoping for significant, long term improvements to their mental health or relationships, and they need help. At the same time, they also want to participate in their healing journey. They realize or come to realize that, ultimately, they are responsible for their mental health and they want both learning and tools that will be ongoing resources so counselling will not last forever.
I have special interests in supporting clients who are exploring their gender identity, as well as autistic and other neurodiverse clients.
I am passionate about working with children, youth, adults and their families. I support clients in their unique journeys of self-discovery and healing, helping them build emotional awareness, social and coping skills, and self-esteem. I work with a variety of presenting concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, sexual abuse, and trauma. I also support families in strengthening their relationships and assist parents and caregivers in adapting their approaches to meet the unique needs of each child. I also have considerable experience supporting children and youth in care.
I have special interests in supporting clients who are exploring their gender identity, as well as autistic and other neurodiverse clients.
I am passionate about working with children, youth, adults and their families. I support clients in their unique journeys of self-discovery and healing, helping them build emotional awareness, social and coping skills, and self-esteem. I work with a variety of presenting concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, sexual abuse, and trauma. I also support families in strengthening their relationships and assist parents and caregivers in adapting their approaches to meet the unique needs of each child. I also have considerable experience supporting children and youth in care.
Each of us has our own unique life experiences and I believe that our ability to navigate our lives requires an appreciation of those experiences and the different difficulties we might face. The root cause of these difficulties could be related to many factors, such as our past or current experiences, and at times, we may need additional supports or just a person outside our social circle to help us in a friendly and safe space. Effective therapy is fostered through genuine connections with people, where the therapist is not only empathetic, but also sensitive and responsive to a person’s needs at a given moment during therapy.
Each of us has our own unique life experiences and I believe that our ability to navigate our lives requires an appreciation of those experiences and the different difficulties we might face. The root cause of these difficulties could be related to many factors, such as our past or current experiences, and at times, we may need additional supports or just a person outside our social circle to help us in a friendly and safe space. Effective therapy is fostered through genuine connections with people, where the therapist is not only empathetic, but also sensitive and responsive to a person’s needs at a given moment during therapy.
Services I currently offer individuals include: Psychoeducational Assessments, ADHD Assessment, Autism Diagnosis, Learning Disability Diagnosis.
I have experience across the province supporting complex and diverse students. I have travelled province-wide supporting students in rural communities.
Services I currently offer individuals include: Psychoeducational Assessments, ADHD Assessment, Autism Diagnosis, Learning Disability Diagnosis.
I have experience across the province supporting complex and diverse students. I have travelled province-wide supporting students in rural communities.
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What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.