Autism Counselling in Crosby
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.
If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re tired. And not just the “really need a nap” kind of tired, but the deep, soul-level exhaustion that comes from trying to hold everything together for too long.
Maybe you’re living with chronic illness, trauma, or the quieter kind of pain that’s harder to name but just as heavy to carry.
Maybe you’ve spent years being “the strong one” for everyone else and now there’s nothing left in the tank for you.
Whatever shape your story takes, you deserve a place to finally tell it and gently set down the weight you’ve been carrying, even if it's just for a little while.
If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re tired. And not just the “really need a nap” kind of tired, but the deep, soul-level exhaustion that comes from trying to hold everything together for too long.
Maybe you’re living with chronic illness, trauma, or the quieter kind of pain that’s harder to name but just as heavy to carry.
Maybe you’ve spent years being “the strong one” for everyone else and now there’s nothing left in the tank for you.
Whatever shape your story takes, you deserve a place to finally tell it and gently set down the weight you’ve been carrying, even if it's just for a little while.
I have over nineteen years of experience working with children, young people and adults. I offer in‑person sessions from my therapeutic space in the North West, as well as online or telephone appointments for flexible access. Whilst the person‑centred approach underpins all my work, I am also a qualified CBT therapist. I began my career supporting children as a primary school teacher and now work with them therapeutically. Alongside my client work, I am a clinical supervisor and college lecturer, helping trainee counsellors achieve their first professional qualification.
I have over nineteen years of experience working with children, young people and adults. I offer in‑person sessions from my therapeutic space in the North West, as well as online or telephone appointments for flexible access. Whilst the person‑centred approach underpins all my work, I am also a qualified CBT therapist. I began my career supporting children as a primary school teacher and now work with them therapeutically. Alongside my client work, I am a clinical supervisor and college lecturer, helping trainee counsellors achieve their first professional qualification.
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
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I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent adults, children, couples and families, including autistic people, those with ADHD, and those exploring whether neurodivergence is part of their story.
I work with adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and the challenges of neurodivergence. My practice is rooted in Narrative Therapy, helping people separate themselves from problems, reconnect with their strengths and values, and build lives that feel more meaningful and authentic.
I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent adults, children, couples and families, including autistic people, those with ADHD, and those exploring whether neurodivergence is part of their story.
I work with adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and the challenges of neurodivergence. My practice is rooted in Narrative Therapy, helping people separate themselves from problems, reconnect with their strengths and values, and build lives that feel more meaningful and authentic.
I specialise in working with neurodivergent clients and offer a neuroaffirming, strengths based approach.
I offer a calm, safe space for you to explore any issues and challenges you may be facing. You will feel heard, understood, valued and respected. I am not here to tell you what to do, offer advice or make decisions for you. But I will absolutely support you to understand your feelings and reactions and to make decisions and choices that are important to you.
I specialise in working with neurodivergent clients and offer a neuroaffirming, strengths based approach.
I offer a calm, safe space for you to explore any issues and challenges you may be facing. You will feel heard, understood, valued and respected. I am not here to tell you what to do, offer advice or make decisions for you. But I will absolutely support you to understand your feelings and reactions and to make decisions and choices that are important to you.
I have expertise working with clients who have a variety of issues, including self-harm, depression, anxiety and loss, relationship issues and breakups, PTSD, Autism, attachment issues, and child abuse.
I use a person-centered approach and the humanistic method to personalise my therapy to each individual client, allowing them to explore their emotions, feelings, and behaviours. In addition, a psychodynamic strategy is used while analysing childhood trauma. I am a non judgmental therapist that provides a safe environment for clients to speak freely
I have expertise working with clients who have a variety of issues, including self-harm, depression, anxiety and loss, relationship issues and breakups, PTSD, Autism, attachment issues, and child abuse.
I use a person-centered approach and the humanistic method to personalise my therapy to each individual client, allowing them to explore their emotions, feelings, and behaviours. In addition, a psychodynamic strategy is used while analysing childhood trauma. I am a non judgmental therapist that provides a safe environment for clients to speak freely
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
Lauren Comerford
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L1
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical experience includes child & adolescent mental health, adult mental health and autism.
I also offer consultation appointments to adults who are considering autism assessment and short term post diagnostic support to recently diagnosed autistic adults. appointments available both online and in person.
My clinical experience includes child & adolescent mental health, adult mental health and autism.
I also offer consultation appointments to adults who are considering autism assessment and short term post diagnostic support to recently diagnosed autistic adults. appointments available both online and in person.
I have also worked in schools with children who are struggling mentally or with suspected autism/adhd.
I am an integrative counsellor offering talking therapy focused on you and your needs. Sometimes this will mean providing a safe place to openly discuss your concerns and difficulties without judgement and sometimes this will be providing solutions and guidance around practical elements to help overcome your concerns and difficulties, depending on what best suits your needs. I work with adults and couples across a range of presenting issues.
I have also worked in schools with children who are struggling mentally or with suspected autism/adhd.
I am an integrative counsellor offering talking therapy focused on you and your needs. Sometimes this will mean providing a safe place to openly discuss your concerns and difficulties without judgement and sometimes this will be providing solutions and guidance around practical elements to help overcome your concerns and difficulties, depending on what best suits your needs. I work with adults and couples across a range of presenting issues.
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergent clients or those undergoing diagnosis and in need of some support.
Hello, I’m Linda and I’m an Integrative/Person-Centred Counsellor based in the Cheshire and Merseyside area for in person therapy, I also offer online and telephone therapy.
Most of us will experience personal difficulties at some stage in our life and we may understandably struggle and may even want some support during these challenging times. We may require help to move forward if we are feeling stuck, frustrated, feel like giving up, or are looking to find our focus again.
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergent clients or those undergoing diagnosis and in need of some support.
Hello, I’m Linda and I’m an Integrative/Person-Centred Counsellor based in the Cheshire and Merseyside area for in person therapy, I also offer online and telephone therapy.
Most of us will experience personal difficulties at some stage in our life and we may understandably struggle and may even want some support during these challenging times. We may require help to move forward if we are feeling stuck, frustrated, feel like giving up, or are looking to find our focus again.
Welcome to my profile!
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of NHS experience, working across a range of settings with individuals experiencing many different forms of distress.
Rather than focusing solely on diagnoses or labels, I support you in developing a meaningful understanding of your life story and the challenges that may be impacting your well-being. Together, we’ll work to overcome these obstacles and empower you to experiment with new ways of being—helping you move toward greater confidence, balance, and fulfilment.
Welcome to my profile!
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of NHS experience, working across a range of settings with individuals experiencing many different forms of distress.
Rather than focusing solely on diagnoses or labels, I support you in developing a meaningful understanding of your life story and the challenges that may be impacting your well-being. Together, we’ll work to overcome these obstacles and empower you to experiment with new ways of being—helping you move toward greater confidence, balance, and fulfilment.
I also support neurodivergent clients and offer a neurodiversity-affirming space where you don't need to mask or pretend to fit in.
If you're feeling stuck, burnt out, anxious, or like you've somehow lost yourself along the way, you're not alone. Many of the people I work with are exhausted from holding everything together. They spend so much time looking after others, meeting expectations, or simply getting through the day that they've lost touch with what they need. Sometimes they know something needs to change but aren't sure where to begin. Therapy offers a space to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. My approach is warm, relaxed, and down-to-earth, creating a space where you can be yourself without judgement or pressure. We can start gently, too!
I also support neurodivergent clients and offer a neurodiversity-affirming space where you don't need to mask or pretend to fit in.
If you're feeling stuck, burnt out, anxious, or like you've somehow lost yourself along the way, you're not alone. Many of the people I work with are exhausted from holding everything together. They spend so much time looking after others, meeting expectations, or simply getting through the day that they've lost touch with what they need. Sometimes they know something needs to change but aren't sure where to begin. Therapy offers a space to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. My approach is warm, relaxed, and down-to-earth, creating a space where you can be yourself without judgement or pressure. We can start gently, too!
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
I aim to support any adult, child, young person, family or organisation to maximise their potential and effectively manage the difficulties that life often brings. I believe that by building an understanding of your social, emotional, psychological and physical needs, you can be supported to feel safe, ready to cope and able to achieve the goals that matter to you. My aim will be to help you to explore your needs, to better understand the difficulties you face and to provide tailored psychological support, based on a wide range of evidence based interventions to help develop solutions that work for you.
I aim to support any adult, child, young person, family or organisation to maximise their potential and effectively manage the difficulties that life often brings. I believe that by building an understanding of your social, emotional, psychological and physical needs, you can be supported to feel safe, ready to cope and able to achieve the goals that matter to you. My aim will be to help you to explore your needs, to better understand the difficulties you face and to provide tailored psychological support, based on a wide range of evidence based interventions to help develop solutions that work for you.
Hi, my name is Sal. I work with people with a wide range of issues. Many people come to therapy because they are having a difficult time and want someone to listen to them, others want help in finding reasons why they are feeling this way. Sometimes people have more complex issues and need someone skilled and experienced to help them manage and work through them.
Hi, my name is Sal. I work with people with a wide range of issues. Many people come to therapy because they are having a difficult time and want someone to listen to them, others want help in finding reasons why they are feeling this way. Sometimes people have more complex issues and need someone skilled and experienced to help them manage and work through them.
We provide autism assessments for people aged 16 and over who are seeking greater clarity and understanding about whether they may be autistic.
Autism assessment is our specialist focus. Assessments are led by Dr Claire Morland, an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist who qualified in 2003. We offer comprehensive, face-to-face autism assessments for people aged 16+ . The process includes detailed clinical and developmental assessment, a clear outcome, a comprehensive written report and a follow-up
We provide autism assessments for people aged 16 and over who are seeking greater clarity and understanding about whether they may be autistic.
Autism assessment is our specialist focus. Assessments are led by Dr Claire Morland, an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist who qualified in 2003. We offer comprehensive, face-to-face autism assessments for people aged 16+ . The process includes detailed clinical and developmental assessment, a clear outcome, a comprehensive written report and a follow-up
I have completed ADHD‑Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD‑CCSP) Training, and I’m currently undertaking Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) training.
I also bring my own lived experience of neurodivergence into the room in a grounded, therapeutic way. Whether you’re navigating ADHD or Autism (diagnosed or not), healing from trauma, or trying to understand your relationships and patterns, we’ll work together to make sense of your experiences and move towards the life you want.
I have completed ADHD‑Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD‑CCSP) Training, and I’m currently undertaking Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) training.
I also bring my own lived experience of neurodivergence into the room in a grounded, therapeutic way. Whether you’re navigating ADHD or Autism (diagnosed or not), healing from trauma, or trying to understand your relationships and patterns, we’ll work together to make sense of your experiences and move towards the life you want.
Empathy, compassion and validation are the key foundations of my work. Through my warm and active listening, we will find an understanding of the clients perspective and lived experience which helps the client in turn to find solutions for peace of mind for and within themselves. Working in this client centred way has been incredibly fulfilling these last few years and having my own practice allows for real freedom to choose how we work together. Struggling in life does not have to be lonely, if you are looking for clarity and understanding, my reflective and person centred approach may provide the tools to meet those challenges.
Empathy, compassion and validation are the key foundations of my work. Through my warm and active listening, we will find an understanding of the clients perspective and lived experience which helps the client in turn to find solutions for peace of mind for and within themselves. Working in this client centred way has been incredibly fulfilling these last few years and having my own practice allows for real freedom to choose how we work together. Struggling in life does not have to be lonely, if you are looking for clarity and understanding, my reflective and person centred approach may provide the tools to meet those challenges.
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.
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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.