Autism Counselling in Billingham

Amanda Jane Wilkinson
Counsellor, MBACP
I am experienced in working with Autism and relational trauma.
I work in an integrated way using a variety of theories. I am also qualified to deliver Non violent resistance courses. I am professionally registered with the BACP and NCS. I support individuals and families as well as schools and other organisations. At my company we also offer clinical supervision from an experienced qualified clinical supervisor.
I am experienced in working with Autism and relational trauma.
I work in an integrated way using a variety of theories. I am also qualified to deliver Non violent resistance courses. I am professionally registered with the BACP and NCS. I support individuals and families as well as schools and other organisations. At my company we also offer clinical supervision from an experienced qualified clinical supervisor.
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Kristen Brown
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Hi! I’m Kristen; a UKCP accredited Psychotherapist based in Stockton-On-Tees. My office is wheelchair accessible, vibrant and welcoming. I am experienced in working with both children and adults and I am qualified to work with a range of difficulties. My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
Hi! I’m Kristen; a UKCP accredited Psychotherapist based in Stockton-On-Tees. My office is wheelchair accessible, vibrant and welcoming. I am experienced in working with both children and adults and I am qualified to work with a range of difficulties. My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
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Lucy Thornton
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Hi, I am a registered accredited (UKCP) Psychotherapist & Counsellor and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. All my clients are unique, and so is my approach to therapy. I utilise a humanistic and integrated approach, which means I tailor my techniques to fit the individual needs of each of my clients. This approach ensures a holistic and compassionate therapeutic experience that promotes personal growth and emotional well-being. Addressing the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of each of my clients.
Hi, I am a registered accredited (UKCP) Psychotherapist & Counsellor and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. All my clients are unique, and so is my approach to therapy. I utilise a humanistic and integrated approach, which means I tailor my techniques to fit the individual needs of each of my clients. This approach ensures a holistic and compassionate therapeutic experience that promotes personal growth and emotional well-being. Addressing the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of each of my clients.
01740 618155 View 01740 618155
Elevate Wellbeing
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a qualified and compassionate counsellor. My practice provides a safe, calm and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace. I use an integrative approach which means that I draw on a range of therapeutic methods to suit your unique needs and experiences. I appreciate that everyone processes and learns differently, which is why I take a flexible, collaborative approach to find what works best for you and supports your personal growth. British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) member, committed to providing professional & ethical support.
I’m a qualified and compassionate counsellor. My practice provides a safe, calm and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace. I use an integrative approach which means that I draw on a range of therapeutic methods to suit your unique needs and experiences. I appreciate that everyone processes and learns differently, which is why I take a flexible, collaborative approach to find what works best for you and supports your personal growth. British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) member, committed to providing professional & ethical support.
01740 616297 View 01740 616297

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Daniel Small I CBT and EMDR Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty areas include ADHD, Autism and PTSD.
Are you looking for EMDR therapy with an experienced clinician at a low rate? I am currently able to offer EMDR to people with PTSD or other trauma they would like to process. I am offering this at a reduced rate of £30 per session as I am due to start formal EMDR training in May 2026. I have over 10 years experience in mental health and have completed over 3,000 hours of therapy.
My specialty areas include ADHD, Autism and PTSD.
Are you looking for EMDR therapy with an experienced clinician at a low rate? I am currently able to offer EMDR to people with PTSD or other trauma they would like to process. I am offering this at a reduced rate of £30 per session as I am due to start formal EMDR training in May 2026. I have over 10 years experience in mental health and have completed over 3,000 hours of therapy.
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Helen Russell
Counsellor, MUKCP
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people. Previous to my training I have 30 years of experience as a teacher. I work in person with children and young people aged 5 to 17. My training is specifically for children and young people so you can be assured that I can provide expert help for your child. I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, attachment, bereavement and trauma. I have extensive experience in working with children affected by domestic violence. I can provide short or long term therapy as needed.
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people. Previous to my training I have 30 years of experience as a teacher. I work in person with children and young people aged 5 to 17. My training is specifically for children and young people so you can be assured that I can provide expert help for your child. I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, attachment, bereavement and trauma. I have extensive experience in working with children affected by domestic violence. I can provide short or long term therapy as needed.
01429 802935 View 01429 802935
Nicola Gauld
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Would you like to learn more about yourself and explore what you need to live a life where you can truly be you? Is the pressure of meeting everyone else’s expectations weighing you down? Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences? Maybe you have experienced grief and loss after bereavement, a life transition or life loss? Perhaps you have experienced a relationship breakdown and would like some support? Maybe you would like to learn more about coping with overwhelming feelings or work on self-worth, setting boundaries and moving forwards embracing change.
Would you like to learn more about yourself and explore what you need to live a life where you can truly be you? Is the pressure of meeting everyone else’s expectations weighing you down? Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences? Maybe you have experienced grief and loss after bereavement, a life transition or life loss? Perhaps you have experienced a relationship breakdown and would like some support? Maybe you would like to learn more about coping with overwhelming feelings or work on self-worth, setting boundaries and moving forwards embracing change.
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Dr Anthony Redhead
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Durham DH1
They may be autistic or otherwise neurodivergent, exploring whether neurodivergence explains lifelong experiences, or struggling with anxiety, burnout, trauma, masking, identity or major life transitions.
Understanding comes before change. I provide neuro-affirming therapy, adult autism identification and post-identification support, combining psychological expertise with a collaborative, strengths-based and individually adapted approach that honours your identity, experiences and way of being.
They may be autistic or otherwise neurodivergent, exploring whether neurodivergence explains lifelong experiences, or struggling with anxiety, burnout, trauma, masking, identity or major life transitions.
Understanding comes before change. I provide neuro-affirming therapy, adult autism identification and post-identification support, combining psychological expertise with a collaborative, strengths-based and individually adapted approach that honours your identity, experiences and way of being.
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Still Waters Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in working with autistic clients, clients with ADHD, and parents of neurodivergent children.
Life can be difficult and we all need support at times. Are you feeling lost and unsure of where to turn for help? Perhaps you are experiencing issues such as low mood, anxiety or maybe you feel like you don't fit in anywhere. I have experience in working with a wide range of issues, including depression, grief and burn out. I will work with you, at your pace, to help navigate your way through whatever it is that is troubling you. I work in a calm, non judgemental way. I offer both online and in person sessions. In person sessions take place in Acomb, York.
I specialise in working with autistic clients, clients with ADHD, and parents of neurodivergent children.
Life can be difficult and we all need support at times. Are you feeling lost and unsure of where to turn for help? Perhaps you are experiencing issues such as low mood, anxiety or maybe you feel like you don't fit in anywhere. I have experience in working with a wide range of issues, including depression, grief and burn out. I will work with you, at your pace, to help navigate your way through whatever it is that is troubling you. I work in a calm, non judgemental way. I offer both online and in person sessions. In person sessions take place in Acomb, York.
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Emma Yates
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I'm an Autism and ADHD affirming practitioner.
I tailor my approach to your child’s unique needs, whether through play therapy with sand trays, miniatures, creative media, games, or talking therapies. Everything is adapted to be developmentally appropriate and meets you where you are, ensuring it’s a comfortable and effective fit for your child.
I'm an Autism and ADHD affirming practitioner.
I tailor my approach to your child’s unique needs, whether through play therapy with sand trays, miniatures, creative media, games, or talking therapies. Everything is adapted to be developmentally appropriate and meets you where you are, ensuring it’s a comfortable and effective fit for your child.
01904 935745 View 01904 935745
Aimee Wakenshaw
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
From both a professional and personal perspective, I understand that traditional models aren’t always suitable for Neurodivergent people.
I’m a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and Registered Learning Disability Nurse. My work focuses on helping clients to make sense of the the development and maintenance of their problems, while respecting their Neurotype rather than trying to “fix”. I offer support for a wide range of difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Self Criticism, PTSD/CPTSD, emotional regulation issues, ADHD related problems, stress/burnout and Specific Phobia.
From both a professional and personal perspective, I understand that traditional models aren’t always suitable for Neurodivergent people.
I’m a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and Registered Learning Disability Nurse. My work focuses on helping clients to make sense of the the development and maintenance of their problems, while respecting their Neurotype rather than trying to “fix”. I offer support for a wide range of difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Self Criticism, PTSD/CPTSD, emotional regulation issues, ADHD related problems, stress/burnout and Specific Phobia.
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Kalmer Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
The way we live our lives, how we think, feel and behave can have a huge impact upon us. If we feel stuck, negative about life that’s all we notice, see and attract into our lives. Therapy at Kalmer Counselling can change your life! By creating a space to explore you, your needs, your life, dreams and desires you can change your mindset and develop feelings of happiness and positivity. This can help to change everything about your life because if you change you, everything around you has to change too. If you want a more fulfilling life it starts with you. ‘Like attracts like’.
The way we live our lives, how we think, feel and behave can have a huge impact upon us. If we feel stuck, negative about life that’s all we notice, see and attract into our lives. Therapy at Kalmer Counselling can change your life! By creating a space to explore you, your needs, your life, dreams and desires you can change your mindset and develop feelings of happiness and positivity. This can help to change everything about your life because if you change you, everything around you has to change too. If you want a more fulfilling life it starts with you. ‘Like attracts like’.
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Unboxed Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello there, my name is Debbie and I discovered that I am autistic at the age of 40.
Sessions are tailored to your needs. If you don't want to make eye contact, you don't have to and you don't need to explain why. If you want to switch your camera off that's fine too. I take a neuro-affirming stance and believe we are all unique and valid.
Hello there, my name is Debbie and I discovered that I am autistic at the age of 40.
Sessions are tailored to your needs. If you don't want to make eye contact, you don't have to and you don't need to explain why. If you want to switch your camera off that's fine too. I take a neuro-affirming stance and believe we are all unique and valid.
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Victor John Payne
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Online Only
I try to create a safe, comfortable environment to help people with mental health issues.. I have experience of helping people with, trauma effects, borderline personality disorder, dissociation, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
I try to create a safe, comfortable environment to help people with mental health issues.. I have experience of helping people with, trauma effects, borderline personality disorder, dissociation, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
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Alchemilla Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals and couples, specialising in autistic and ADHD adults, including those exploring whether they may be neurodivergent.
Depression and anxiety can be caused by several factors. Oftentimes, if you have grown up ‘different’ in some way, there can be trauma and shame relating to this. You might have tried to blend in to avoid being isolated, but this may have come at a cost to you. Through our mutually created relationship, we will explore your difficulties with compassion.
I work with individuals and couples, specialising in autistic and ADHD adults, including those exploring whether they may be neurodivergent.
Depression and anxiety can be caused by several factors. Oftentimes, if you have grown up ‘different’ in some way, there can be trauma and shame relating to this. You might have tried to blend in to avoid being isolated, but this may have come at a cost to you. Through our mutually created relationship, we will explore your difficulties with compassion.
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Rowan Horner
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
If you're reading this because you're feeling stuck, and life feels heavy or confusing, you're in the right place. My work is all about helping people to understand what's going on beneath the surface so they can feel calmer, clearer and more in control. Whether it's you, or a young person you care for who is struggling; my aim is simple - to help life feel easier, lighter and more manageable.
If you're reading this because you're feeling stuck, and life feels heavy or confusing, you're in the right place. My work is all about helping people to understand what's going on beneath the surface so they can feel calmer, clearer and more in control. Whether it's you, or a young person you care for who is struggling; my aim is simple - to help life feel easier, lighter and more manageable.
0191 743 7285 View 0191 743 7285
Tabitha West
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Durham DH1
I am experienced in supporting neurodivergent individuals, e
Hi - I'm Tabitha. I’m a Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with children, young people and adults living with a range of emotional difficulties related to their mental and physical health. I have experience supporting people who are living with anxiety, low mood, and self-criticism, as well as those who have been through painful life experiences and relationship difficulties. Much of my work in the NHS has included helping people to navigate the psychological impact of physical health conditions – whether that is adjusting to a diagnosis, managing fears about the future, or coping with changes in identity and role.
I am experienced in supporting neurodivergent individuals, e
Hi - I'm Tabitha. I’m a Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with children, young people and adults living with a range of emotional difficulties related to their mental and physical health. I have experience supporting people who are living with anxiety, low mood, and self-criticism, as well as those who have been through painful life experiences and relationship difficulties. Much of my work in the NHS has included helping people to navigate the psychological impact of physical health conditions – whether that is adjusting to a diagnosis, managing fears about the future, or coping with changes in identity and role.
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Jessica Robina Draper
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
As a neurodivergent therapist, I know that every person experiences the world differently.
Hello and welcome to my practice. Life can feel incredibly heavy at times, and you don't have to carry that weight on your own. My aim is to offer you a space where you feel safe enough to put some of it down, even if only for a little while. Together we can make sense of what feels overwhelming, explore what has brought you here, and gently work towards creating the changes that feel meaningful to you. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I don't believe there is one approach that fits everyone. Instead, I work alongside you, adapting our sessions to suit your individual needs and what feels right for you.
As a neurodivergent therapist, I know that every person experiences the world differently.
Hello and welcome to my practice. Life can feel incredibly heavy at times, and you don't have to carry that weight on your own. My aim is to offer you a space where you feel safe enough to put some of it down, even if only for a little while. Together we can make sense of what feels overwhelming, explore what has brought you here, and gently work towards creating the changes that feel meaningful to you. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I don't believe there is one approach that fits everyone. Instead, I work alongside you, adapting our sessions to suit your individual needs and what feels right for you.
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Kathryn Fox
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
Are you looking for help from someone who knows what it’s like to be queer? You’ve found me! I specialise in helping trans and/or non-binary people become who they really are without judgement. My main areas of therapeutic expertise are in gender identity, trauma, neurodivergence, and LGBTQ+ life. I offer therapy exclusively through Zoom and over the phone, depending on your preference. This means you can access therapy from a confidential space in the comfort of your own home. It can be exceptionally tough to start looking for therapy, and I'm proud of you for doing so.
Are you looking for help from someone who knows what it’s like to be queer? You’ve found me! I specialise in helping trans and/or non-binary people become who they really are without judgement. My main areas of therapeutic expertise are in gender identity, trauma, neurodivergence, and LGBTQ+ life. I offer therapy exclusively through Zoom and over the phone, depending on your preference. This means you can access therapy from a confidential space in the comfort of your own home. It can be exceptionally tough to start looking for therapy, and I'm proud of you for doing so.
01429 807933 View 01429 807933
Clear Light Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
I specialise with neurodivergent adults and men who find it hard to talk about what they’re feeling.
I am an integrative, trauma informed counsellor with 25 years in health and social care, and over 30 years of Buddhist practice and meditation. Where it feels helpful, I may also bring in relaxation, guided imagery, mindfulness, music, or walk-and-talk sessions to help you feel more at ease and more able to connect with what's going on.
I specialise with neurodivergent adults and men who find it hard to talk about what they’re feeling.
I am an integrative, trauma informed counsellor with 25 years in health and social care, and over 30 years of Buddhist practice and meditation. Where it feels helpful, I may also bring in relaxation, guided imagery, mindfulness, music, or walk-and-talk sessions to help you feel more at ease and more able to connect with what's going on.
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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.