Autism Therapists in Mississauga, ON
This includes neuro-divergent adults (ADHD, Autistic, C-PTSD), chronically ill, 2SLGBTQ, and racialized people.
I offer remote individual counselling to adults located in Ontario and British Columbia. I offer creative interventions designed for you. Interventions include EMDR, somatic, and expressive arts. We work together to design an intervention which meets you where you are at.
This includes neuro-divergent adults (ADHD, Autistic, C-PTSD), chronically ill, 2SLGBTQ, and racialized people.
I offer remote individual counselling to adults located in Ontario and British Columbia. I offer creative interventions designed for you. Interventions include EMDR, somatic, and expressive arts. We work together to design an intervention which meets you where you are at.
With experience supporting neurodivergent clients, I tailor my approach to honour each person’s unique needs and help them move toward healing, clarity, and meaningful change.
My approach is about creating a safe and inclusive space where everyone is welcome and respected, regardless of their background, identity, or experiences. I use a variety of approaches in my clinical practices, including CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness.
With experience supporting neurodivergent clients, I tailor my approach to honour each person’s unique needs and help them move toward healing, clarity, and meaningful change.
My approach is about creating a safe and inclusive space where everyone is welcome and respected, regardless of their background, identity, or experiences. I use a variety of approaches in my clinical practices, including CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness.
If you’re neurodivergent, autistic, or live with ADHD, you may be seeking support that reflects how you think and experience the world.
We provide online counselling grounded in lived neurodivergent experience and Neurodiversity Aware Therapy (TM). This approach has evolved in collaboration with government-funded research to offer support that is identity-affirming, sensory-aware, and adapted to neurodivergent communication and processing styles.
If you’re neurodivergent, autistic, or live with ADHD, you may be seeking support that reflects how you think and experience the world.
We provide online counselling grounded in lived neurodivergent experience and Neurodiversity Aware Therapy (TM). This approach has evolved in collaboration with government-funded research to offer support that is identity-affirming, sensory-aware, and adapted to neurodivergent communication and processing styles.
A registered psychologist with 15+ years experience in working with children with a wide range of issues. I am passionate about helping children and parents finding a way to address their difficulties with behaviour, emotion, mood, learning and relationship, but am not limited to these areas in relation to expertise. I assist parents who are exhausted and overwhelmed with supporting their children to complete daily tasks to develop confidence in applying behavioural strategies to improve communication and manage behaviours within the home and school environment.
A registered psychologist with 15+ years experience in working with children with a wide range of issues. I am passionate about helping children and parents finding a way to address their difficulties with behaviour, emotion, mood, learning and relationship, but am not limited to these areas in relation to expertise. I assist parents who are exhausted and overwhelmed with supporting their children to complete daily tasks to develop confidence in applying behavioural strategies to improve communication and manage behaviours within the home and school environment.
As a Family Mediator I specialize in helping families navigate the separation and divorce process. I support parents who are struggling to resolve Custody and Access matters and help them create positive Custody and Access Schedules and Parenting Plans. My goal is to provide a positive transition from a two parent home to a single parent home, always keeping in mind the best interest of the child. I discuss with both parents the importance of healthy parent / child boundaries, thereby avoiding potential Parental Alienation. For cases of Parental Alienation I provided Restorative Mediation sessions to support families.
As a Family Mediator I specialize in helping families navigate the separation and divorce process. I support parents who are struggling to resolve Custody and Access matters and help them create positive Custody and Access Schedules and Parenting Plans. My goal is to provide a positive transition from a two parent home to a single parent home, always keeping in mind the best interest of the child. I discuss with both parents the importance of healthy parent / child boundaries, thereby avoiding potential Parental Alienation. For cases of Parental Alienation I provided Restorative Mediation sessions to support families.
Rockell Ferguson | Anxiety, Autism, Relationships
Pre-Licensed Professional, AuDHD, ADHD, Autism, Women, Purpose
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Neurodivergence, including ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD are my areas of special interest.
NEW March 2026: You're a deep feeler, an empath, somebody who has been told they're "too sensitive" and should "just relax" your entire life. You absorb other people's emotions, but feel totally alone and confused about your own. Your brain jumps from hyperfocus to worry while you feel deeply lonely inside. You long for connection, but feel exhausted by people. Your relationship with your parents (often mom) is complex, feeling like a wound that never heals. You hide it well most of the time, and when people ask what's wrong you say "nothing", because you know they won't understand and you'll just end up feeling even worse.
Neurodivergence, including ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD are my areas of special interest.
NEW March 2026: You're a deep feeler, an empath, somebody who has been told they're "too sensitive" and should "just relax" your entire life. You absorb other people's emotions, but feel totally alone and confused about your own. Your brain jumps from hyperfocus to worry while you feel deeply lonely inside. You long for connection, but feel exhausted by people. Your relationship with your parents (often mom) is complex, feeling like a wound that never heals. You hide it well most of the time, and when people ask what's wrong you say "nothing", because you know they won't understand and you'll just end up feeling even worse.
Thoughts, behaviours, emotions—they all have meaning. They reflect ways we've learned to cope and survive through various challenges, and they are often the way our body tries to communicate to us. I help my clients explore these meanings and messages by creating space to feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, loss of control, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected. Together we work to build awareness, find coping strategies, and foster meaningful connections. Healing is not about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about recognizing the strength in how you’ve survived and learning how to thrive.
Thoughts, behaviours, emotions—they all have meaning. They reflect ways we've learned to cope and survive through various challenges, and they are often the way our body tries to communicate to us. I help my clients explore these meanings and messages by creating space to feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, loss of control, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected. Together we work to build awareness, find coping strategies, and foster meaningful connections. Healing is not about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about recognizing the strength in how you’ve survived and learning how to thrive.
Yomna Elhariry
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd , CATA, RP
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
I have a strong passion and commitment to supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical children and youth.
My expertise in therapeutic art interventions has led to the facilitation of impactful individual and group healing sessions, where I create a safe environment for self-expression and problem-solving.
I have a strong passion and commitment to supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical children and youth.
My expertise in therapeutic art interventions has led to the facilitation of impactful individual and group healing sessions, where I create a safe environment for self-expression and problem-solving.
Are you dealing with adult ADHD, autism, navigating relationships, time management, the menopause transition, or sleep issues?
I have over 20 years of professional experience as well as lived experience and understand the complexities and stress that my clients encounter. I believe in an approach that is empathic, strength-based, accepting, and affirming.
Are you dealing with adult ADHD, autism, navigating relationships, time management, the menopause transition, or sleep issues?
I have over 20 years of professional experience as well as lived experience and understand the complexities and stress that my clients encounter. I believe in an approach that is empathic, strength-based, accepting, and affirming.
The main issues I can help you with are 1) intergenerational/developmental/childhood trauma, 2) anxiety/stress/burnout symptoms and 3) autism/neurodivergence.
If you are curious about exploring anxiety/ stress/ burnout, developmental and intergenerational trauma and family/relationship dynamics, this is a great place to begin! I am especially passionate about supporting individuals who wish to understand how their childhood experiences shape their present-day lives. In our work together, I aim to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore the underlying causes of your current struggles and challenges. I also focus on integrating all aspects of your life, including cultural influences, family dynamics, personal identity, interests, and aspirations.
The main issues I can help you with are 1) intergenerational/developmental/childhood trauma, 2) anxiety/stress/burnout symptoms and 3) autism/neurodivergence.
If you are curious about exploring anxiety/ stress/ burnout, developmental and intergenerational trauma and family/relationship dynamics, this is a great place to begin! I am especially passionate about supporting individuals who wish to understand how their childhood experiences shape their present-day lives. In our work together, I aim to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore the underlying causes of your current struggles and challenges. I also focus on integrating all aspects of your life, including cultural influences, family dynamics, personal identity, interests, and aspirations.
Many of the families I support are navigating emotional regulation challenges, social anxiety, intense school stress, perfectionism, or autism-related experiences, and want their child to feel more confident, understood, and capable.
As a Registered Psychotherapist providing online therapy, I support:
• High school students overwhelmed by grades & performance pressure
• Teens who avoid social situations or struggle to connect with peers
• Autistic teens navigating friendships, emotional regulation & identity
• Young adults adjusting to university, independence & life transitions
Many of the families I support are navigating emotional regulation challenges, social anxiety, intense school stress, perfectionism, or autism-related experiences, and want their child to feel more confident, understood, and capable.
As a Registered Psychotherapist providing online therapy, I support:
• High school students overwhelmed by grades & performance pressure
• Teens who avoid social situations or struggle to connect with peers
• Autistic teens navigating friendships, emotional regulation & identity
• Young adults adjusting to university, independence & life transitions
Hello, I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) specializing in the treatment of individuals on the Autism Spectrum who also struggle with comorbid mental health concerns and various developmental disabilities.
To meet your unique needs, I draw strategies from different approaches like Emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) with an emphasis on mindfulness and self-exploration. I truly believe that each person carries the strength to navigate through tough emotions and experiences.
Hello, I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) specializing in the treatment of individuals on the Autism Spectrum who also struggle with comorbid mental health concerns and various developmental disabilities.
To meet your unique needs, I draw strategies from different approaches like Emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) with an emphasis on mindfulness and self-exploration. I truly believe that each person carries the strength to navigate through tough emotions and experiences.
I specialize in working with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, OCD, and Depression, including support for suicidal thoughts and self-harm.
Hello! I'm Krystle — thanks for stopping by !
In therapy, we explore how life experiences shape us and guide our journey. Sometimes we face stress, uncertainty, or feel lost in our thoughts. Other times, we discover new strengths by embracing the unknown. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, overwhelming thoughts or emotions, school or work challenges, or daily life pressures, feeling connected and understood matters.
I specialize in working with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, OCD, and Depression, including support for suicidal thoughts and self-harm.
Hello! I'm Krystle — thanks for stopping by !
In therapy, we explore how life experiences shape us and guide our journey. Sometimes we face stress, uncertainty, or feel lost in our thoughts. Other times, we discover new strengths by embracing the unknown. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, overwhelming thoughts or emotions, school or work challenges, or daily life pressures, feeling connected and understood matters.
"A difficult life is not less worth living than a gentle one. Joy is simply easier to carry than sorrow." This quote from poet Andrea Gibson perfectly captures my approach to working with other humans. I am a firm believer that therapists are not experts, but people trained and devoted to safely sharing the burden of bearing sorrow, grief, and emotional wounds. It may seem impossible to find meaning in the context of the experiences you have lived, but together we can breathe through it all and find a way to continue moving through life.
"A difficult life is not less worth living than a gentle one. Joy is simply easier to carry than sorrow." This quote from poet Andrea Gibson perfectly captures my approach to working with other humans. I am a firm believer that therapists are not experts, but people trained and devoted to safely sharing the burden of bearing sorrow, grief, and emotional wounds. It may seem impossible to find meaning in the context of the experiences you have lived, but together we can breathe through it all and find a way to continue moving through life.
Gabriella Capo Vasquez
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), Intern
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5V
You might struggle with anxiety, emotional ups and downs, or be navigating ADHD, autism, or feeling “too sensitive
I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel safe and understood. I support youth, and adults with anxiety, emotional regulation, and neurodivergent needs like ADHD and autism. Using trauma-informed, strengths-based, and evidence-based approaches, I help you build practical tools to feel more confident, resilient, and balanced in daily life.
You might struggle with anxiety, emotional ups and downs, or be navigating ADHD, autism, or feeling “too sensitive
I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel safe and understood. I support youth, and adults with anxiety, emotional regulation, and neurodivergent needs like ADHD and autism. Using trauma-informed, strengths-based, and evidence-based approaches, I help you build practical tools to feel more confident, resilient, and balanced in daily life.
I am a neurodivergent-affirming Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who enjoys working with children and teens on the spectrum, and/or have ADHD.
I enjoy providing clients and families with new tools that celebrate neurodiversity while supporting autonomy and self-advocacy. I use an eclectic approach pulling from aspects of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to work with clients and their families in an engaging way!
I am a neurodivergent-affirming Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who enjoys working with children and teens on the spectrum, and/or have ADHD.
I enjoy providing clients and families with new tools that celebrate neurodiversity while supporting autonomy and self-advocacy. I use an eclectic approach pulling from aspects of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to work with clients and their families in an engaging way!
Are you navigating a diagnosis of autism for your child?
Pregnancy and a new baby usually bring excitement and happiness, but for some parents, this time can be full of worry, fear, sadness, irritability and confusion. Maybe you are feeling alone, disconnected, overwhelmed or full of rage and guilt. Perhaps you are a new father confused because you are having similar feelings. You are not alone. Nearly 60% of new mothers and 25% of fathers feel what you're feeling during pregnancy and/or during the first few years of their baby's life.I have experience working with parents just like you who may be experiencing this mixed bag of emotions when it comes to their baby!
Are you navigating a diagnosis of autism for your child?
Pregnancy and a new baby usually bring excitement and happiness, but for some parents, this time can be full of worry, fear, sadness, irritability and confusion. Maybe you are feeling alone, disconnected, overwhelmed or full of rage and guilt. Perhaps you are a new father confused because you are having similar feelings. You are not alone. Nearly 60% of new mothers and 25% of fathers feel what you're feeling during pregnancy and/or during the first few years of their baby's life.I have experience working with parents just like you who may be experiencing this mixed bag of emotions when it comes to their baby!
Neurodivergent Coaching, Counselling, and Consulting services.
My name is Dana Daniels (she/her) M.Ed., OCT. I started Blue Sky Learning Tkaronto/Toronto-based services to give the opportunity for students, professionals, parental guardian(s), and educators to connect regarding individual concerns and areas of growth. My team is equity -based, diverse, and holistic in our approaches.
Neurodivergent Coaching, Counselling, and Consulting services.
My name is Dana Daniels (she/her) M.Ed., OCT. I started Blue Sky Learning Tkaronto/Toronto-based services to give the opportunity for students, professionals, parental guardian(s), and educators to connect regarding individual concerns and areas of growth. My team is equity -based, diverse, and holistic in our approaches.
I help marginalized clients who are neurodivergent ( autism, ADHD), queer, and/or from immigrant families build their self-esteem and cultivate meaningful relationships.
Therapy is the time to look beyond the shame and other people’s expectations. Reconnect with your values and internalize a new message that your strength lies in what makes you different. Explore your thoughts and behaviors to break free from the patterns and relationships that no longer serve you.
I help marginalized clients who are neurodivergent ( autism, ADHD), queer, and/or from immigrant families build their self-esteem and cultivate meaningful relationships.
Therapy is the time to look beyond the shame and other people’s expectations. Reconnect with your values and internalize a new message that your strength lies in what makes you different. Explore your thoughts and behaviors to break free from the patterns and relationships that no longer serve you.
Natalia Prates - ADHD and Autism
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you have ADHD and/or autism and have been dealing with anxiety, depression, executive dysfunction, low self-esteem, or burnout, know that you are not alone.
As a therapist with ADHD and autism, I bring a unique perspective to my practice. I have learned how to adapt different therapeutic modalities to neurodivergent individuals. Additionally, I have trained in sensory processing, PTSD in autistic individuals, and autistic burnout. Processing the challenges that come with ableism is also significant in my work.
If you have ADHD and/or autism and have been dealing with anxiety, depression, executive dysfunction, low self-esteem, or burnout, know that you are not alone.
As a therapist with ADHD and autism, I bring a unique perspective to my practice. I have learned how to adapt different therapeutic modalities to neurodivergent individuals. Additionally, I have trained in sensory processing, PTSD in autistic individuals, and autistic burnout. Processing the challenges that come with ableism is also significant in my work.
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Autism Counsellors
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.