Autism Therapists in Victoria, BC
My strengths are supporting children and youth with anxiety, ADHD/self-regulation, ASD, and developing social skills.
I approach counselling through an empathetic lens, focusing on a genuine connection with my clients. I allow the client to guide me in my therapeutic process to allow for optimum opportunity and growth. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused, Emotion focused, Client centered, Narrative, Play and Art assisted Therapy in my practice.
My strengths are supporting children and youth with anxiety, ADHD/self-regulation, ASD, and developing social skills.
I approach counselling through an empathetic lens, focusing on a genuine connection with my clients. I allow the client to guide me in my therapeutic process to allow for optimum opportunity and growth. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused, Emotion focused, Client centered, Narrative, Play and Art assisted Therapy in my practice.
I am also experienced in navigating the Autism world and Autism Funding System in BC, and therefore love to support parents and children in that realm.
My passion is to support neurodiverse and any children/youth who are just trying to grow up and figure out life in their own unique way. We are all complex and different, so I strive to honor that along with build upon our own strengths. No one is perfect, but there is always room to grow. If we can build these tools early, what is more fulfilling than seeing our young ones find their true selves and flourish to their full potential? Let's cultivate resilient souls, in a harsh world. I additionally love to support parents who just want the best for their children, along with anyone trying to find their way through this life journey.
I am also experienced in navigating the Autism world and Autism Funding System in BC, and therefore love to support parents and children in that realm.
My passion is to support neurodiverse and any children/youth who are just trying to grow up and figure out life in their own unique way. We are all complex and different, so I strive to honor that along with build upon our own strengths. No one is perfect, but there is always room to grow. If we can build these tools early, what is more fulfilling than seeing our young ones find their true selves and flourish to their full potential? Let's cultivate resilient souls, in a harsh world. I additionally love to support parents who just want the best for their children, along with anyone trying to find their way through this life journey.
I am registered both as a First Nations Health Authority Provider and an Autism Services Provider.
I understand clients have challenges that they would like support with navigating through. They need a counsellor who is non-judgmental, compassionate, and safe. Typically, client's goals revolve around achieving more self-awareness, skills, and abilities to help themselves live a meaningful life. I want to facilitate their passion about growth and creating lifestyles that support their values and goals. I support neurodiverse clients through affirming care, utilize strengths to help with growing edges, and understand that many underlying challenges are the result of societal expectations.
I am registered both as a First Nations Health Authority Provider and an Autism Services Provider.
I understand clients have challenges that they would like support with navigating through. They need a counsellor who is non-judgmental, compassionate, and safe. Typically, client's goals revolve around achieving more self-awareness, skills, and abilities to help themselves live a meaningful life. I want to facilitate their passion about growth and creating lifestyles that support their values and goals. I support neurodiverse clients through affirming care, utilize strengths to help with growing edges, and understand that many underlying challenges are the result of societal expectations.
I have experience working with neurodivergent (particularly autistic) children, youth, and adults.
I utilize elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), dialectical behaviour therapy, and cognitive behaviour therapy in my practice. I believe in evidence based practice, while still maintaining a strong therapeutic relationship.
I have experience working with neurodivergent (particularly autistic) children, youth, and adults.
I utilize elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), dialectical behaviour therapy, and cognitive behaviour therapy in my practice. I believe in evidence based practice, while still maintaining a strong therapeutic relationship.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 6 years of professional experience supporting neuroptypical and neurodivergent folks.
I strongly believes that everyone is doing the best they can with the strategies they have. I am deeply committed to meeting every person where they are at and supporting them through exploration that is both collaborative and proactive in nature, towards what you deem a more fulfilling path forward. As a mother of two children, I empathizes with the emotional weight and responsibility of parenting. My practice is focused on intensifying the connection between caregiver and child and providing practical, feel-good tools and strategies. I work with children, teens, individuals and their families aged 5 plus.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 6 years of professional experience supporting neuroptypical and neurodivergent folks.
I strongly believes that everyone is doing the best they can with the strategies they have. I am deeply committed to meeting every person where they are at and supporting them through exploration that is both collaborative and proactive in nature, towards what you deem a more fulfilling path forward. As a mother of two children, I empathizes with the emotional weight and responsibility of parenting. My practice is focused on intensifying the connection between caregiver and child and providing practical, feel-good tools and strategies. I work with children, teens, individuals and their families aged 5 plus.
If you’re overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, caught in overthinking, or feeling disconnected from your emotions, I’m really glad you’re here. Many of my clients describe feeling foggy, exhausted, or frustrated that they “should” be coping better but can’t seem to. Anxiety, avoidance, and OCD are just some that can quietly shape your days, making work, friendships, and routines feel heavier than they should. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of what’s happening inside, and support you in reconnecting with a steadier, more flexible version of yourself.
If you’re overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, caught in overthinking, or feeling disconnected from your emotions, I’m really glad you’re here. Many of my clients describe feeling foggy, exhausted, or frustrated that they “should” be coping better but can’t seem to. Anxiety, avoidance, and OCD are just some that can quietly shape your days, making work, friendships, and routines feel heavier than they should. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of what’s happening inside, and support you in reconnecting with a steadier, more flexible version of yourself.
I am a lower-cost therapist who is dedicated to providing relevant care to neurodivergent individuals, including those autism, ADHD, and trauma-related neurological differences, who are anxious, depressed, or both.
My approach is evidence-based and informed by my lived experiences of neurodivergence and trauma: bit.ly/kvneuro. I offer neuro-affirming Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Individuals, and I am a Certified Autism Clinical Specialist. I want you to have the experience of working with a care provider who understands and respects you for who you truly are.
I am a lower-cost therapist who is dedicated to providing relevant care to neurodivergent individuals, including those autism, ADHD, and trauma-related neurological differences, who are anxious, depressed, or both.
My approach is evidence-based and informed by my lived experiences of neurodivergence and trauma: bit.ly/kvneuro. I offer neuro-affirming Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Individuals, and I am a Certified Autism Clinical Specialist. I want you to have the experience of working with a care provider who understands and respects you for who you truly are.
I work with individuals, couples & polycules who are seeking support for:
• Neurodiversity (especially late-diagnosed Autism and ADHD)
• Ethical non-monogamy (ENM), polyamory, BDSM, Kink & power dynamics
• LGBTQIA+ sexual orientation and gender identity
• Abuse or anger management
• Sex therapy
• Anxiety related to climate change
My clients tell me they appreciate that have lived experience in my areas of expertise.
We look for patterns in your life that are no longer working and find real opportunities for change. I work from an anti-capitalist, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed foundation that recognizes the interconnections between our minds and bodies and the world we live in. I also include somatic practices which can help reduce anxiety and process trauma.
I work with individuals, couples & polycules who are seeking support for:
• Neurodiversity (especially late-diagnosed Autism and ADHD)
• Ethical non-monogamy (ENM), polyamory, BDSM, Kink & power dynamics
• LGBTQIA+ sexual orientation and gender identity
• Abuse or anger management
• Sex therapy
• Anxiety related to climate change
My clients tell me they appreciate that have lived experience in my areas of expertise.
We look for patterns in your life that are no longer working and find real opportunities for change. I work from an anti-capitalist, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed foundation that recognizes the interconnections between our minds and bodies and the world we live in. I also include somatic practices which can help reduce anxiety and process trauma.
You may be navigating challenges related to ADHD, autism, or other neurodiverse needs, or parenting a child with complex developmental differences.
Working with children, teens, adults, couples and families, I help improve communication, reduce conflict, and build secure attachment. My focus is on providing strengths-focused support for neurodiverse clients, tailored strategies for developmental differences, and guidance for navigating school, work, and social challenges.
You may be navigating challenges related to ADHD, autism, or other neurodiverse needs, or parenting a child with complex developmental differences.
Working with children, teens, adults, couples and families, I help improve communication, reduce conflict, and build secure attachment. My focus is on providing strengths-focused support for neurodiverse clients, tailored strategies for developmental differences, and guidance for navigating school, work, and social challenges.
I love working with children of all ages. I have been working with children with Autism for over 17 years now; first as an interventionist and now as a Behaviour Consultant. Whether it's working on self help skills, acedemic skills or social skills, I work hard with ASD clients and their families to help them reach their fullest potential through a fun, play based therapy. I like my clients to feel comfortable with me so I like to play games and make them laugh a lot. Sometimes they don't even realise that I'm teaching specific skills. Please feel free to reach out, I would love to hear from you.
I love working with children of all ages. I have been working with children with Autism for over 17 years now; first as an interventionist and now as a Behaviour Consultant. Whether it's working on self help skills, acedemic skills or social skills, I work hard with ASD clients and their families to help them reach their fullest potential through a fun, play based therapy. I like my clients to feel comfortable with me so I like to play games and make them laugh a lot. Sometimes they don't even realise that I'm teaching specific skills. Please feel free to reach out, I would love to hear from you.
Many people seeking support for their mental health often feel misunderstood or invalidated—especially those who identify as neurodivergent, autistic, or highly sensitive.
Do you identify as neurodivergent, in particular are a highly sensitive or autistic adult who experiences the world differently?
Are you questioning your relationship with alcohol, its impact on your life and are curious about navigating a way forward?
Are you dealing with the unique and highly personal issues that come with the end of life experience?
Many people seeking support for their mental health often feel misunderstood or invalidated—especially those who identify as neurodivergent, autistic, or highly sensitive.
Do you identify as neurodivergent, in particular are a highly sensitive or autistic adult who experiences the world differently?
Are you questioning your relationship with alcohol, its impact on your life and are curious about navigating a way forward?
Are you dealing with the unique and highly personal issues that come with the end of life experience?
Perhaps they’ve been diagnosed autistic, ADHD or identify as neurodiverse.
I offer child-centred counselling through a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, intersectional lens, using approaches like Child-Centred Play Therapy, Expressive Therapies, and AutPlay. As an ADHD-Certified provider, I tailor sessions to each child’s strengths, providing a safe, inclusive space. Together, we’ll foster resilience, connection, and growth.
Perhaps they’ve been diagnosed autistic, ADHD or identify as neurodiverse.
I offer child-centred counselling through a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, intersectional lens, using approaches like Child-Centred Play Therapy, Expressive Therapies, and AutPlay. As an ADHD-Certified provider, I tailor sessions to each child’s strengths, providing a safe, inclusive space. Together, we’ll foster resilience, connection, and growth.
Every person has inherent strengths, abilities, and knowledge; however, when life gets challenging, we could all use a non-judgmental guide to partner with, to find goal-oriented solutions. I have demonstrated ability helping adults struggling with heartbreak (separation/divorce), lower mood, feeling anxious and/or using substances more than they would like. I have a passion for working with people who are neurodiverse, adults with disabilities including developmental disabilities. It is a pleasure to provide parenting supports. I understand when the system needs a push and value the contribution of frontline workers.
Every person has inherent strengths, abilities, and knowledge; however, when life gets challenging, we could all use a non-judgmental guide to partner with, to find goal-oriented solutions. I have demonstrated ability helping adults struggling with heartbreak (separation/divorce), lower mood, feeling anxious and/or using substances more than they would like. I have a passion for working with people who are neurodiverse, adults with disabilities including developmental disabilities. It is a pleasure to provide parenting supports. I understand when the system needs a push and value the contribution of frontline workers.
I work with people who are queer, neurodivergent, fat, disabled, and learning how to care for themselves in a world that is becoming increasingly hostile to these ways of being.
I offer counselling services grounded in anti-oppressive values. I show up as a fellow human in our sessions, to help you feel seen, understood, and like you are not alone in what you are going through. Along the way, I might pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches to help meet your needs as they come up.
I work with people who are queer, neurodivergent, fat, disabled, and learning how to care for themselves in a world that is becoming increasingly hostile to these ways of being.
I offer counselling services grounded in anti-oppressive values. I show up as a fellow human in our sessions, to help you feel seen, understood, and like you are not alone in what you are going through. Along the way, I might pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches to help meet your needs as they come up.
My other area of focus is Neurodivergence, and love working with ADHD and Autistic folks.
Struggling with disordered eating or eating disorders is SO HARD. Your mind is a muddled mess of constant thoughts about food and your body. Something that sounds like...
"Maybe I’ll skip lunch with my friends because it’s just too stressful to eat food I didn’t cook myself."
"I need to eat as little as possible today to make up for that shameful binge last night."
"I have got to stop purging after meals but if I do I’m going to gain weight."
Perhaps you are tired of being stuck in cycles of restriction, fed up with avoiding your favourite foods because you’re fearful you’ll binge, or sick of making yourself sick.
My other area of focus is Neurodivergence, and love working with ADHD and Autistic folks.
Struggling with disordered eating or eating disorders is SO HARD. Your mind is a muddled mess of constant thoughts about food and your body. Something that sounds like...
"Maybe I’ll skip lunch with my friends because it’s just too stressful to eat food I didn’t cook myself."
"I need to eat as little as possible today to make up for that shameful binge last night."
"I have got to stop purging after meals but if I do I’m going to gain weight."
Perhaps you are tired of being stuck in cycles of restriction, fed up with avoiding your favourite foods because you’re fearful you’ll binge, or sick of making yourself sick.
You can expect an individualized collaborative approach that is informed by my own experiences as a neurodivergent individual and parent.
I love to provide inclusive counselling for children and adolescents. My clients are usually between the ages of 6 to 19. My priority is practicing neurodiversity-affirming care in a kind, safe, and accepting space where strengths and differences are celebrated. The goal is not to change the person, but to adapt the systems around them and develop coping strategies that promote well-being and authenticity. Self-understanding, self-compassion, and sensory-based regulation are the priority.
You can expect an individualized collaborative approach that is informed by my own experiences as a neurodivergent individual and parent.
I love to provide inclusive counselling for children and adolescents. My clients are usually between the ages of 6 to 19. My priority is practicing neurodiversity-affirming care in a kind, safe, and accepting space where strengths and differences are celebrated. The goal is not to change the person, but to adapt the systems around them and develop coping strategies that promote well-being and authenticity. Self-understanding, self-compassion, and sensory-based regulation are the priority.
I’m Miki, and I work with adults navigating ADHD, autism, and life in queer and trans communities.
My approach is strength-based and neurodiversity-affirming. In our sessions, I'll bring humor, curiosity, and compassion to help navigate whatever chaos you’re facing. My role is to offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, clarify your goals, and develop practical strategies that fit your life, both for today and the future!
I’m Miki, and I work with adults navigating ADHD, autism, and life in queer and trans communities.
My approach is strength-based and neurodiversity-affirming. In our sessions, I'll bring humor, curiosity, and compassion to help navigate whatever chaos you’re facing. My role is to offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, clarify your goals, and develop practical strategies that fit your life, both for today and the future!
Strained relationships; overwhelming anxiety; existential loneliness; chronic shame; feeling inherently broken and unlovable: if you are neurodivergent, these experiences may be familiar to you.
As a neuroqueer (AuDHD) clinician, I’m committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for you to process trauma and improve your relationships. My approach attends to power and structural inequity, and is intersectional, strengths-based, and person-centred, as well as grounded in queer and feminist principles, and anti-oppressive practice.
Strained relationships; overwhelming anxiety; existential loneliness; chronic shame; feeling inherently broken and unlovable: if you are neurodivergent, these experiences may be familiar to you.
As a neuroqueer (AuDHD) clinician, I’m committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for you to process trauma and improve your relationships. My approach attends to power and structural inequity, and is intersectional, strengths-based, and person-centred, as well as grounded in queer and feminist principles, and anti-oppressive practice.
Hannah is passionate about providing affirming and trauma-informed care to neurodivergent children and youth to support their overall well-being and build upon their resiliency.
Hannah adopts techniques from Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), parts-work, somatics, and play-based therapies to tailour support to fit the needs of the client. Above all, Hannah believes
in the healing power of connection and prioritizes the relationship between client and counsellor.
Hannah is passionate about providing affirming and trauma-informed care to neurodivergent children and youth to support their overall well-being and build upon their resiliency.
Hannah adopts techniques from Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), parts-work, somatics, and play-based therapies to tailour support to fit the needs of the client. Above all, Hannah believes
in the healing power of connection and prioritizes the relationship between client and counsellor.
Are you an adult recently diagnosed with ASD or ADHD?
Exploration during the sessions leads to increased understanding and the development of practical strategies which may facilitate communication, productivity and an increased sense of well being. Instead of endeavoring to “treat or fix” ASD or ADHD, the priority is on getting to know oneself better, leveraging strengths and optimizing quality of life.
Are you an adult recently diagnosed with ASD or ADHD?
Exploration during the sessions leads to increased understanding and the development of practical strategies which may facilitate communication, productivity and an increased sense of well being. Instead of endeavoring to “treat or fix” ASD or ADHD, the priority is on getting to know oneself better, leveraging strengths and optimizing quality of life.
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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.