Autism Counselling in Burscough
Hi there. Thank you for looking at my profile. I specialise in working with adults who are struggling to accept and come to terms with potentially life-changing neurological conditions such as stroke (including aphasia), TIAs, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and those who are neurodiverse. I am also a qualified clinical hypnotherapist, and hypnotherapy can be offered either as a standalone approach or integrated into counselling sessions where appropriate and with your consent. It can be difficult to talk to those close to us for a variety of reasons, but sometimes we simply need to be heard without judgement or fear of hurting our loved one
Hi there. Thank you for looking at my profile. I specialise in working with adults who are struggling to accept and come to terms with potentially life-changing neurological conditions such as stroke (including aphasia), TIAs, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and those who are neurodiverse. I am also a qualified clinical hypnotherapist, and hypnotherapy can be offered either as a standalone approach or integrated into counselling sessions where appropriate and with your consent. It can be difficult to talk to those close to us for a variety of reasons, but sometimes we simply need to be heard without judgement or fear of hurting our loved one
I am an experienced accredited therapist, supervisor and clinical lead (NHS); qualified to work therapeutically with children, adults and couples. I have a real interest in working with family relationships. Growing up can sometimes feel as if it needs to be navigated rather than enjoyed, both for the child/young person and for the parents. I truly appreciate the struggles (and joys) of life with children and the stresses it can place on family relationships.
I work in a neuroaffirming and trauma focussed way and strive to include the differences that arrive in the therapy room. I want my clients to come as they are.
I am an experienced accredited therapist, supervisor and clinical lead (NHS); qualified to work therapeutically with children, adults and couples. I have a real interest in working with family relationships. Growing up can sometimes feel as if it needs to be navigated rather than enjoyed, both for the child/young person and for the parents. I truly appreciate the struggles (and joys) of life with children and the stresses it can place on family relationships.
I work in a neuroaffirming and trauma focussed way and strive to include the differences that arrive in the therapy room. I want my clients to come as they are.
You may be struggling, feeling stuck and need a place to talk things through or unravel your thoughts, to gain some clarity or strategies to find a way forward. Talking to a counsellor can be helpful to gain perspective and insight into the issues that you are currently experiencing. Through the counselling process I have supported clients to develop or re-discover their self-belief or purpose and counselling can help to bring calm, balance or motivation where life may have become overwhelming. Feel free to contact me to see if I may be the right counsellor for you.
You may be struggling, feeling stuck and need a place to talk things through or unravel your thoughts, to gain some clarity or strategies to find a way forward. Talking to a counsellor can be helpful to gain perspective and insight into the issues that you are currently experiencing. Through the counselling process I have supported clients to develop or re-discover their self-belief or purpose and counselling can help to bring calm, balance or motivation where life may have become overwhelming. Feel free to contact me to see if I may be the right counsellor for you.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
More Therapists Nearby
For instance, you may be:
• Feeling burned out, fatigued, or emotionally drained
• Struggling with self-esteem or feeling “not good enough”
Worried about being a burden to others
• Feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood
• Coping with loss, change, or uncertainty
• Feeling overwhelmed by a world that doesn’t suit the neurodivergent brain?
My experience has given me specific interests in working with those struggling with the following specific areas:
Specific areas of focus:
• Neurodiversity ( Autism, ADHD, and related experiences)
• Chronic illness and fatigue (Long Covid, ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia)
• Chronic pain, migraines, and headaches
• Anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement
For instance, you may be:
• Feeling burned out, fatigued, or emotionally drained
• Struggling with self-esteem or feeling “not good enough”
Worried about being a burden to others
• Feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood
• Coping with loss, change, or uncertainty
• Feeling overwhelmed by a world that doesn’t suit the neurodivergent brain?
My experience has given me specific interests in working with those struggling with the following specific areas:
Specific areas of focus:
• Neurodiversity ( Autism, ADHD, and related experiences)
• Chronic illness and fatigue (Long Covid, ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia)
• Chronic pain, migraines, and headaches
• Anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement
Mental health struggles are on the rise, impacting young adults, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), and those affected by domestic abuse.
My services include:
• Supporting parents of young adults with ASD and social/learning challenges
• Helping young adults with ASD build resilience and manage behaviours
• Providing therapeutic tutoring for individuals facing barriers to mainstream education
• Offering specialized support for care leavers, foster carers, and teens in care, focusing on emotion
Mental health struggles are on the rise, impacting young adults, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), and those affected by domestic abuse.
My services include:
• Supporting parents of young adults with ASD and social/learning challenges
• Helping young adults with ASD build resilience and manage behaviours
• Providing therapeutic tutoring for individuals facing barriers to mainstream education
• Offering specialized support for care leavers, foster carers, and teens in care, focusing on emotion
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling in their relationships. This includes parents particularly those raising children with additional needs as well as adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Many of the people I support are juggling, may feel burnt out, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, and are looking for a space to feel understood.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling in their relationships. This includes parents particularly those raising children with additional needs as well as adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Many of the people I support are juggling, may feel burnt out, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, and are looking for a space to feel understood.
I currently carry out private psychological therapy work (adults), Autism diagnostic assessments for adults/children/young people, core needs assessments for children/young people and I have also worked within an inpatient service for individuals with the most acute mental health needs.
At the core of my approach is building the therapeutic relationship - the research tells us a strong therapeutic relationship contributes to successful outcomes. I work with all adults with various mental health challenges, and have specialist experience in neurodevelopmental conditions ( Autism/ADHD) having worked extensively within a specialist ND service.
I currently carry out private psychological therapy work (adults), Autism diagnostic assessments for adults/children/young people, core needs assessments for children/young people and I have also worked within an inpatient service for individuals with the most acute mental health needs.
At the core of my approach is building the therapeutic relationship - the research tells us a strong therapeutic relationship contributes to successful outcomes. I work with all adults with various mental health challenges, and have specialist experience in neurodevelopmental conditions ( Autism/ADHD) having worked extensively within a specialist ND service.
Queer French Neurodivergent Online Counsellor, I focus on personal development, gender & sexual identity, relationships (including polyamory/ENM/CNM), sexuality, neurodiversity, and cultural identity (including expat life).
Are you feeling confused, stuck or simply curious about developing your authentic self, cultivating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, or finding ways to create purposeful life changes & realise your full potential?
Do you need a therapist who understands LGBTQ+ experiences, neurodiversity, cultural identity & polyamory dynamics? Someone who can support your personal process or mediate between you & your partner(s), family, friends or polycule?
If this resonates with you, I can help. I offer tailored online humanistic & existential therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and groups — in both English & French.
Queer French Neurodivergent Online Counsellor, I focus on personal development, gender & sexual identity, relationships (including polyamory/ENM/CNM), sexuality, neurodiversity, and cultural identity (including expat life).
Are you feeling confused, stuck or simply curious about developing your authentic self, cultivating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, or finding ways to create purposeful life changes & realise your full potential?
Do you need a therapist who understands LGBTQ+ experiences, neurodiversity, cultural identity & polyamory dynamics? Someone who can support your personal process or mediate between you & your partner(s), family, friends or polycule?
If this resonates with you, I can help. I offer tailored online humanistic & existential therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and groups — in both English & French.
I particularly work with neurodivergent people and those working in the arts and entertainment industries, as well as people who feel different, misunderstood or stuck.
I offer online, neurodivergent-affirming counselling for adults, with a particular focus on ADHD, autism, AuDHD and OCD. I support people experiencing anxiety, burnout, overwhelm, self-doubt and relationship difficulties, as well as those working in the arts and entertainment industries. Together, we can explore what’s happening and find a way forward.
I particularly work with neurodivergent people and those working in the arts and entertainment industries, as well as people who feel different, misunderstood or stuck.
I offer online, neurodivergent-affirming counselling for adults, with a particular focus on ADHD, autism, AuDHD and OCD. I support people experiencing anxiety, burnout, overwhelm, self-doubt and relationship difficulties, as well as those working in the arts and entertainment industries. Together, we can explore what’s happening and find a way forward.
My practice centres around supporting individuals to to create long term psychological and behavioural change. As your therapist, the foundation of our work together has to come from a therapeutic relationship of trust and collaboration. Our work is about looking at what causes you distress and finding the most effective way forward which suites you as an individual. If you would like a space to explore and reflect or practical strategies to suit you and fit your lifestyle, this is something I am passionate about and have supported many in accessing.
My practice centres around supporting individuals to to create long term psychological and behavioural change. As your therapist, the foundation of our work together has to come from a therapeutic relationship of trust and collaboration. Our work is about looking at what causes you distress and finding the most effective way forward which suites you as an individual. If you would like a space to explore and reflect or practical strategies to suit you and fit your lifestyle, this is something I am passionate about and have supported many in accessing.
I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ clients, and those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficult childhood experiences, supporting resilience and self-understanding.
Therapy is always a collaborative process. I work relationally and pluralistically, meaning we build a trusting relationship and work together to identify goals that feel meaningful and realistic. I support clients to explore their experiences safely, develop greater self-understanding, and build confidence in managing emotions and relationships. My role is to listen carefully, adapt to each person’s needs, and offer a steady, compassionate space where change can happen gradually. Progress often begins with feeling understood and continues through developing new insight, resilience, and self-acceptance.
I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ clients, and those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficult childhood experiences, supporting resilience and self-understanding.
Therapy is always a collaborative process. I work relationally and pluralistically, meaning we build a trusting relationship and work together to identify goals that feel meaningful and realistic. I support clients to explore their experiences safely, develop greater self-understanding, and build confidence in managing emotions and relationships. My role is to listen carefully, adapt to each person’s needs, and offer a steady, compassionate space where change can happen gradually. Progress often begins with feeling understood and continues through developing new insight, resilience, and self-acceptance.
I'm a neurodivergent queer non-binary counsellor and I bring this lived experience to my practice.
I am an integrative counsellor and build upon a person-centred foundation. This means I believe in your potential, and I tailor my approach to your needs. This will be a space just for you, where I’ll always be interested in what you bring. I’ll offer you both non-judgmental support and challenge, and will help guide you towards where you want to be.
I'm a neurodivergent queer non-binary counsellor and I bring this lived experience to my practice.
I am an integrative counsellor and build upon a person-centred foundation. This means I believe in your potential, and I tailor my approach to your needs. This will be a space just for you, where I’ll always be interested in what you bring. I’ll offer you both non-judgmental support and challenge, and will help guide you towards where you want to be.
Hello, my name is Joanne, and I’m a fully qualified, BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in Liverpool (L26), working with Think CBT.
For over 16 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals facing challenges with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Through my training and experience, I’ve developed a range of evidence-based tools to help people find relief from emotional distress and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience.
Hello, my name is Joanne, and I’m a fully qualified, BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in Liverpool (L26), working with Think CBT.
For over 16 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals facing challenges with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Through my training and experience, I’ve developed a range of evidence-based tools to help people find relief from emotional distress and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience.
I specialise in working alongside clients who identify as neurodivergent, and who are looking for support from a counsellor who understands how neurodiversity can mean unique challenges in managing mental health and in seeking help.
As a person-centred counsellor I take my clients as a whole individual, rather than a set of symptoms or challenges. This means that your needs and your unique experiences are paramount in how we work, I will give you support that is as individual as you are. I offer a space for you to feel safe and supported in exploring whatever challenges you are facing.
I specialise in working alongside clients who identify as neurodivergent, and who are looking for support from a counsellor who understands how neurodiversity can mean unique challenges in managing mental health and in seeking help.
As a person-centred counsellor I take my clients as a whole individual, rather than a set of symptoms or challenges. This means that your needs and your unique experiences are paramount in how we work, I will give you support that is as individual as you are. I offer a space for you to feel safe and supported in exploring whatever challenges you are facing.
I also offer neurodiverse affirming approaches to therapy, to support clients who identify as ADHD, AuDHD or Autistic.
Do you struggle with anxiety, imposter syndrome or low mood? Comparing yourself negatively to others, fearing rejection if you are your authentic self, or make a mistake. You may have always felt this way, stemming from painful experiences in your past. Or has something happened more recently that has changed your sense of self? Maybe you are starting to identify as ADHD, AuDHD or ASC, and you're trying to make sense of your life story from this new perspective. Therapy is a safe and supportive space to explore your difficulties at your pace, develop new strategies, regain confidence whilst reconnecting with what you value and enjoy
I also offer neurodiverse affirming approaches to therapy, to support clients who identify as ADHD, AuDHD or Autistic.
Do you struggle with anxiety, imposter syndrome or low mood? Comparing yourself negatively to others, fearing rejection if you are your authentic self, or make a mistake. You may have always felt this way, stemming from painful experiences in your past. Or has something happened more recently that has changed your sense of self? Maybe you are starting to identify as ADHD, AuDHD or ASC, and you're trying to make sense of your life story from this new perspective. Therapy is a safe and supportive space to explore your difficulties at your pace, develop new strategies, regain confidence whilst reconnecting with what you value and enjoy
I am a qualified Person Centred therapist supporting adults and young people over 18 who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health. I hold a psychology degree and specialise in neurodiversity and anxiety.
I work flexibly offering face to face, online, and telephone appointments, creating a confidential space for you to allow yourself to put your trust in me, so that I can support you to explore and work through issues that are impacting on your mental health.
I undertake counselling for two Women’s charities based in Merseyside and practice therapeutic work alongside my other work in teaching.
I am a qualified Person Centred therapist supporting adults and young people over 18 who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health. I hold a psychology degree and specialise in neurodiversity and anxiety.
I work flexibly offering face to face, online, and telephone appointments, creating a confidential space for you to allow yourself to put your trust in me, so that I can support you to explore and work through issues that are impacting on your mental health.
I undertake counselling for two Women’s charities based in Merseyside and practice therapeutic work alongside my other work in teaching.
I have 15 years of
specialist experience in the areas of loss, grief , neurodivergence, ADHD/ Autism , brain injury and relationships
As an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor providing bespoke support through Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, I work with adults, young people and children. My approach is pluralistic, which means my training draws from various classic approaches and uses them together in response to the uniqueness of each client and their needs collaboratively . This style of therapy enables us to work flexibly and effectively with the past, present and the future. As your therapist I offer a safe, confidential setting allowing a person to talk about their feelings, needs and goals, all whilst carefully navigating any distress.
I have 15 years of
specialist experience in the areas of loss, grief , neurodivergence, ADHD/ Autism , brain injury and relationships
As an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor providing bespoke support through Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, I work with adults, young people and children. My approach is pluralistic, which means my training draws from various classic approaches and uses them together in response to the uniqueness of each client and their needs collaboratively . This style of therapy enables us to work flexibly and effectively with the past, present and the future. As your therapist I offer a safe, confidential setting allowing a person to talk about their feelings, needs and goals, all whilst carefully navigating any distress.
As someone who has navigated my own neurodivergent journey, I know how powerful it can be to gain self-awareness and feel truly understood.
I believe in the power of growth and self-discovery. My approach to counselling isn’t just about coping day to day, it’s about helping you understand yourself on a deeper level, so you can move forward with clarity and a sense of your self worth.
You might be feeling anxious, burnt out, or disconnected from others. Maybe social situations feel overwhelming, or you struggle to express yourself and be truly seen. Perhaps work is draining your energy, leaving you exhausted and unfulfilled. Or maybe you don’t quite know why you feel stuck, you just know something needs to change.
As someone who has navigated my own neurodivergent journey, I know how powerful it can be to gain self-awareness and feel truly understood.
I believe in the power of growth and self-discovery. My approach to counselling isn’t just about coping day to day, it’s about helping you understand yourself on a deeper level, so you can move forward with clarity and a sense of your self worth.
You might be feeling anxious, burnt out, or disconnected from others. Maybe social situations feel overwhelming, or you struggle to express yourself and be truly seen. Perhaps work is draining your energy, leaving you exhausted and unfulfilled. Or maybe you don’t quite know why you feel stuck, you just know something needs to change.
As a neurodivergent individual with a neurodivergent family I developed a special interest in neurodivergence including Adult ADHD and Adult Autism.
I offer individual, couples and family therapy. I have experience of complex Mental Health problems and Personality Disorder. I also offer training and workplace coaching for Neurodivergent individuals.
As a neurodivergent individual with a neurodivergent family I developed a special interest in neurodivergence including Adult ADHD and Adult Autism.
I offer individual, couples and family therapy. I have experience of complex Mental Health problems and Personality Disorder. I also offer training and workplace coaching for Neurodivergent individuals.
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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.