Autism Counselling in Clevedon
Hi, I'm Emmanuelle and I specialise in Maternal Mental Health, and working with teenagers. Becoming a mum and becoming an adult are times of significant change and challenge. I have been there and now I am here to support you.
Whoever you are, whatever you are experiencing, we all struggle sometimes. I believe having someone to talk to can make a huge difference to how you view and navigate life. You are not alone - even counsellors have counsellors!
Hi, I'm Emmanuelle and I specialise in Maternal Mental Health, and working with teenagers. Becoming a mum and becoming an adult are times of significant change and challenge. I have been there and now I am here to support you.
Whoever you are, whatever you are experiencing, we all struggle sometimes. I believe having someone to talk to can make a huge difference to how you view and navigate life. You are not alone - even counsellors have counsellors!
Hello there, I’m James and I am a counsellor offering Friday sessions in the Weston area. Life can be difficult, sometimes traumatic and we often need someone professional to talk to and guide us to find solutions or acceptance to the problems we are facing in a way that best suits us. Whether you're anxious, depressed, stuck, unhappy or lost, I can offer you a confidential and caring space to explore issues that might be keeping you from finding the contentment and happiness you seek. Whatever approach we decide to follow it is important that you leave each session feeling accepted and understood.
Hello there, I’m James and I am a counsellor offering Friday sessions in the Weston area. Life can be difficult, sometimes traumatic and we often need someone professional to talk to and guide us to find solutions or acceptance to the problems we are facing in a way that best suits us. Whether you're anxious, depressed, stuck, unhappy or lost, I can offer you a confidential and caring space to explore issues that might be keeping you from finding the contentment and happiness you seek. Whatever approach we decide to follow it is important that you leave each session feeling accepted and understood.
I also bring 12 years' experience supporting young people with social, emotional, and neurodivergent needs.
Hi, I’m Sharon, a BACP registered therapist and founder of Rosemount Therapy.
I support women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
Maybe you find yourself here because life feels heavy and you are tired of holding it all together.
You may spend your energy caring for others yet feel disconnected from yourself, weighed down by people-pleasing, self-doubt, or overthinking.
Deep down you want to feel calmer, more confident, and more at home in your own skin.
Therapy with me offers a gentle space to be heard, understood, gain clarity and to begin reconnecting with your authentic self.
I also bring 12 years' experience supporting young people with social, emotional, and neurodivergent needs.
Hi, I’m Sharon, a BACP registered therapist and founder of Rosemount Therapy.
I support women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
Maybe you find yourself here because life feels heavy and you are tired of holding it all together.
You may spend your energy caring for others yet feel disconnected from yourself, weighed down by people-pleasing, self-doubt, or overthinking.
Deep down you want to feel calmer, more confident, and more at home in your own skin.
Therapy with me offers a gentle space to be heard, understood, gain clarity and to begin reconnecting with your authentic self.
In the therapy room, the thinking and feeling process is shared. Together, we might try to find a different perspective or explore how the past might be impacting on the present. We may look at what is happening in your life right now and what you feel about this. We could think about how you might want to change or consider how to manage when there are things we cannot change. The environments we have lived, studied and worked in affect us deeply and there are times when we need support to negotiate this, or a safe space to help us make sense of it all.
In the therapy room, the thinking and feeling process is shared. Together, we might try to find a different perspective or explore how the past might be impacting on the present. We may look at what is happening in your life right now and what you feel about this. We could think about how you might want to change or consider how to manage when there are things we cannot change. The environments we have lived, studied and worked in affect us deeply and there are times when we need support to negotiate this, or a safe space to help us make sense of it all.
I can support you if you're experiencing challenges such as relational trauma, anxiety, depression, stress or bereavement, amongst others. Do you feel overwhelmed and unable to cope with life's day-to-day challenges? Or do you find relationships difficult? Maybe you are searching for a more meaningful life. I can help with these questions and more. I will facilitate the conditions for you to explore what matters to you, make positive changes and create a fulfilling life according to your values. I will be led by you in terms of the pace and topics we discuss and this can help you learn new ways to cope with day-to-day difficulties.
I can support you if you're experiencing challenges such as relational trauma, anxiety, depression, stress or bereavement, amongst others. Do you feel overwhelmed and unable to cope with life's day-to-day challenges? Or do you find relationships difficult? Maybe you are searching for a more meaningful life. I can help with these questions and more. I will facilitate the conditions for you to explore what matters to you, make positive changes and create a fulfilling life according to your values. I will be led by you in terms of the pace and topics we discuss and this can help you learn new ways to cope with day-to-day difficulties.
Hello and a warm welcome! My name is Sharon and I am a fully qualified person-centred counsellor. You may find yourself in need of help and support and have gathered the courage to reach out. Well done for making this step on your therapeutic journey. I am here to listen and support you. You may find that your previous coping strategies are no longer working for you, or you may wish to work through life experiences that have negatively impacted your life. Wherever you find yourself today, I will work with you so that you can explore your obstacles and reach the outcome that you hope to achieve.
Hello and a warm welcome! My name is Sharon and I am a fully qualified person-centred counsellor. You may find yourself in need of help and support and have gathered the courage to reach out. Well done for making this step on your therapeutic journey. I am here to listen and support you. You may find that your previous coping strategies are no longer working for you, or you may wish to work through life experiences that have negatively impacted your life. Wherever you find yourself today, I will work with you so that you can explore your obstacles and reach the outcome that you hope to achieve.
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We offer ADHD coaching, assessment and diagnosis for ADHD and Autism.
We have extensive experience and skill in treating OCD themes such as POCD, moral/scrupulously, false memory, real event & sexuality (SOCD/ HOCD), sensorimotor. We offer ADHD coaching and assessment/ diagnosis of ADHD and Autism at an affordable rate. We offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly or one off sessions, enabling you to dip in and out when needed.
We offer ADHD coaching, assessment and diagnosis for ADHD and Autism.
We have extensive experience and skill in treating OCD themes such as POCD, moral/scrupulously, false memory, real event & sexuality (SOCD/ HOCD), sensorimotor. We offer ADHD coaching and assessment/ diagnosis of ADHD and Autism at an affordable rate. We offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly or one off sessions, enabling you to dip in and out when needed.
My approach is tailored and trauma-informed, supporting neurodivergent clients and those exploring depression, anxiety, identity, or trauma.
Drawing from person-centred, relational, and trauma-informed approaches. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in respect for your lived experience. Sessions can be online or in-person in either Bridgwater or Taunton, always at your pace.
My approach is tailored and trauma-informed, supporting neurodivergent clients and those exploring depression, anxiety, identity, or trauma.
Drawing from person-centred, relational, and trauma-informed approaches. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in respect for your lived experience. Sessions can be online or in-person in either Bridgwater or Taunton, always at your pace.
I have experience working with ADHD, autism, OCD, grief, and trauma.
Every so often life throws things at us that we struggle to deal with or understand. This can be anything from the loss of a loved one to break down in relationship with family members to receiving a life changing diagnosis. It can be because of these things that we begin to question things in our everyday life and who we are. Having suffered a grief which ultimately changed the course of my life, experienced breakdowns in relationships, supported my own child through an ADHD diagnosis and not understanding how my past had affected me I understand how it feels to go through these struggles.
I have experience working with ADHD, autism, OCD, grief, and trauma.
Every so often life throws things at us that we struggle to deal with or understand. This can be anything from the loss of a loved one to break down in relationship with family members to receiving a life changing diagnosis. It can be because of these things that we begin to question things in our everyday life and who we are. Having suffered a grief which ultimately changed the course of my life, experienced breakdowns in relationships, supported my own child through an ADHD diagnosis and not understanding how my past had affected me I understand how it feels to go through these struggles.
I provide neurodivergent-affirming counselling, Relational Life Therapy for couples, and a safe, confidential space for young people.
I'm Chris, an Integrative counsellor who works with individuals, couples, and young people who want real, grounded support not silence or clinical detachment. My space is somewhere you can potentially drop the mask and be fully yourself, whether you're overwhelmed, angry, unsure, or exhausted. I’m engaged, collaborative, and gentle but honest. Together, we explore what’s going on for you at your pace, unpicking patterns, relationships, trauma, and sensory overwhelm to help you move toward clarity, compassion, and lasting change.
I provide neurodivergent-affirming counselling, Relational Life Therapy for couples, and a safe, confidential space for young people.
I'm Chris, an Integrative counsellor who works with individuals, couples, and young people who want real, grounded support not silence or clinical detachment. My space is somewhere you can potentially drop the mask and be fully yourself, whether you're overwhelmed, angry, unsure, or exhausted. I’m engaged, collaborative, and gentle but honest. Together, we explore what’s going on for you at your pace, unpicking patterns, relationships, trauma, and sensory overwhelm to help you move toward clarity, compassion, and lasting change.
As a practitioner psychologist my skillset spans a variety of domains - 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 also work 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.
As a practitioner psychologist my skillset spans a variety of domains - 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 also work 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.
Discovering you're neurodivergent,whether ADHD, autistic, or highly sensitive,can be life-changing.
Hi, I'm Alice. If you're tired of self doubt holding you back, and you're ready to fully own your potential & heal the past, I am your triple accredited RMN, Therapist & Coach who can get you there. I help deep-feeling, self-critical adults stop people-pleasing & create lives that align with their needs and values. It's time to tame your inner critic that stops you from living how you truly want. You dream of a life with better boundaries, space to be you without shame. Together, we’ll quiet the noise of self-doubt, build unshakable self-compassion, and give you the tools to confidently advocate for yourself, without guilt or shame.
Discovering you're neurodivergent,whether ADHD, autistic, or highly sensitive,can be life-changing.
Hi, I'm Alice. If you're tired of self doubt holding you back, and you're ready to fully own your potential & heal the past, I am your triple accredited RMN, Therapist & Coach who can get you there. I help deep-feeling, self-critical adults stop people-pleasing & create lives that align with their needs and values. It's time to tame your inner critic that stops you from living how you truly want. You dream of a life with better boundaries, space to be you without shame. Together, we’ll quiet the noise of self-doubt, build unshakable self-compassion, and give you the tools to confidently advocate for yourself, without guilt or shame.
Hi, I'm Sarah (she/her). I am a person-centred counsellor who is passionate about supporting people to recover, heal, grow, and live their best and most authentic lives.
Hi, I'm Sarah (she/her). I am a person-centred counsellor who is passionate about supporting people to recover, heal, grow, and live their best and most authentic lives.
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.
Many of us have spent years trying to adapt to fit social expectations, in the case of autistic, neurodivergent & other marginalised people - masking.
Many of us experience times when life feels hard - whether it's something we've been struggling with for a long time, or a present problem causing us pain or holding us back from living the life we want. At the heart of my work is building a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to share your story and explore what's troubling you in a warm, confidential, non-judgemental space. I believe all of us are doing the best we can, often in less than ideal circumstances, and I'll work alongside you at your own pace, gently uncovering new perspectives and possibilities for meaningful change & healing.
Many of us have spent years trying to adapt to fit social expectations, in the case of autistic, neurodivergent & other marginalised people - masking.
Many of us experience times when life feels hard - whether it's something we've been struggling with for a long time, or a present problem causing us pain or holding us back from living the life we want. At the heart of my work is building a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to share your story and explore what's troubling you in a warm, confidential, non-judgemental space. I believe all of us are doing the best we can, often in less than ideal circumstances, and I'll work alongside you at your own pace, gently uncovering new perspectives and possibilities for meaningful change & healing.
Whether you are neurodivergent ( autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, cPTSD) or not, I will help you foster self-compassion, actualise potential, and gain tools & strategies that truly align with your needs.
Do you ask yourself: “Why do I struggle with things others find easy?” You might feel like you don’t quite fit in the 'regular' world. You may have tried therapy in the past but it didn't help and most therapists didn't 'get' you. You're in the right place. Your unique wiring can make navigating the world challenging, and those difficulties are undeniable. But guess what? You CAN experience more ease and fulfillment in your life. You have so much to offer, and I’m truly glad you’re here. Together, we’ll explore what your best life looks like and find the path to help you achieve it.
Whether you are neurodivergent ( autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, cPTSD) or not, I will help you foster self-compassion, actualise potential, and gain tools & strategies that truly align with your needs.
Do you ask yourself: “Why do I struggle with things others find easy?” You might feel like you don’t quite fit in the 'regular' world. You may have tried therapy in the past but it didn't help and most therapists didn't 'get' you. You're in the right place. Your unique wiring can make navigating the world challenging, and those difficulties are undeniable. But guess what? You CAN experience more ease and fulfillment in your life. You have so much to offer, and I’m truly glad you’re here. Together, we’ll explore what your best life looks like and find the path to help you achieve it.
I work with neurodivergent individuals or their loved ones, supporting, improving and changing their lives.
Some specific areas I can help your mental and physical health and your life: anxiety, overcoming life challenges, developing coping strategies, building self-esteem and confidence, managing impulsivity and emotional regulations, enhancing relationships and communications, health behaviour change, healthy eating habits and addressing co-occurring conditions.
I work with neurodivergent individuals or their loved ones, supporting, improving and changing their lives.
Some specific areas I can help your mental and physical health and your life: anxiety, overcoming life challenges, developing coping strategies, building self-esteem and confidence, managing impulsivity and emotional regulations, enhancing relationships and communications, health behaviour change, healthy eating habits and addressing co-occurring conditions.
I often work with neurodivergent population, making therapy accessible and adapted to suit the individual needs of each client.
I have worked across child and adult mental health services for a few years now and I work integrationally to make sure that the type of therapy that you need is available to you. I have a lot of experience in working with neurodivergence and can adapt to each individuals requirements. I believe you are the expert in your life.
I often work with neurodivergent population, making therapy accessible and adapted to suit the individual needs of each client.
I have worked across child and adult mental health services for a few years now and I work integrationally to make sure that the type of therapy that you need is available to you. I have a lot of experience in working with neurodivergence and can adapt to each individuals requirements. I believe you are the expert in your life.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with both adults and children from age 9 upwards. I am warm and approachable and strive to provide a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space for you to explore anything that you wish to talk about. My core modalility is person-centred, however I am trained to integrate other psychological approaches into our work together. This may mean the incorporation of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as the use of Creative and Symbolic strategies. I offer a neuro-affirming approach.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with both adults and children from age 9 upwards. I am warm and approachable and strive to provide a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space for you to explore anything that you wish to talk about. My core modalility is person-centred, however I am trained to integrate other psychological approaches into our work together. This may mean the incorporation of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as the use of Creative and Symbolic strategies. I offer a neuro-affirming approach.
Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with neurodivergent children and young people, many of whom face challenges in traditional educational settings.
My approach centres on building trusting therapeutic relationships where each child feels seen, accepted, and empowered. I draw on an understanding of developmental trauma, attachment theory, and neurodiversity to create inclusive, responsive interventions tailored to each individual’s needs.
Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with neurodivergent children and young people, many of whom face challenges in traditional educational settings.
My approach centres on building trusting therapeutic relationships where each child feels seen, accepted, and empowered. I draw on an understanding of developmental trauma, attachment theory, and neurodiversity to create inclusive, responsive interventions tailored to each individual’s needs.
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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.