Autism Counselling in Diss
I have extensive experience working with autism, ADHD, and gender diversity, creating a space that is inclusive, affirming, and free of judgment.
Hi, I'm Chevair and I know how overwhelming it can feel to struggle with intense emotions, distress, or relationship challenges. If you feel stuck in cycles of emotional pain, impulsivity, or disconnection, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
With over 14 years of experience as a therapist—and the last five specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)for The Priory Hospital—I help people develop the skills they need to regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and build meaningful relationships.
I have extensive experience working with autism, ADHD, and gender diversity, creating a space that is inclusive, affirming, and free of judgment.
Hi, I'm Chevair and I know how overwhelming it can feel to struggle with intense emotions, distress, or relationship challenges. If you feel stuck in cycles of emotional pain, impulsivity, or disconnection, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
With over 14 years of experience as a therapist—and the last five specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)for The Priory Hospital—I help people develop the skills they need to regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and build meaningful relationships.
My areas of specialism are working with trauma from a body focussed perspective, with people who identify as LGBTQ+ and those with ADHD and ASD.
I am trained in Somatic Experiencing and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, approaches rooted in the understanding that we hold memories of traumatic experiences in our bodies and that talking is only part of the healing proces. I have extensive training and experience in working with LGBQ folk and those whose gender identity is not straightforward.
My areas of specialism are working with trauma from a body focussed perspective, with people who identify as LGBTQ+ and those with ADHD and ASD.
I am trained in Somatic Experiencing and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, approaches rooted in the understanding that we hold memories of traumatic experiences in our bodies and that talking is only part of the healing proces. I have extensive training and experience in working with LGBQ folk and those whose gender identity is not straightforward.
Hello & welcome, my name is Jo. Whether you are undecided about embarking on your therapeutic journey or are aware of the challenges that you would like to explore, finding the right counsellor for you is an essential part of the process. There are times when life can be challenging, you may be experiencing difficulties within relationships, suffering from feelings of depression, anxiety or hopelessness. I offer a confidential space for you to explore the challenges you are facing & can work with you to enable healing & help you manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
Hello & welcome, my name is Jo. Whether you are undecided about embarking on your therapeutic journey or are aware of the challenges that you would like to explore, finding the right counsellor for you is an essential part of the process. There are times when life can be challenging, you may be experiencing difficulties within relationships, suffering from feelings of depression, anxiety or hopelessness. I offer a confidential space for you to explore the challenges you are facing & can work with you to enable healing & help you manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
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I am an experienced Clincal Psychologist, offering support if you are experiencing distress- whether this is low mood, anxiety, trauma symptoms, or relational issues. I have special interest in attachment and trauma related difficulties and perinatal mental health. I also have a keen interest in supporting individuals and parents with understanding neurodivergence. My approach is always underpinned by compassion and curiosity- your difficulties will make sense and be understandable in the context of your life experiences. Any work we do will be person centred and collaborative, going at the pace that feels safe and right for you.
I am an experienced Clincal Psychologist, offering support if you are experiencing distress- whether this is low mood, anxiety, trauma symptoms, or relational issues. I have special interest in attachment and trauma related difficulties and perinatal mental health. I also have a keen interest in supporting individuals and parents with understanding neurodivergence. My approach is always underpinned by compassion and curiosity- your difficulties will make sense and be understandable in the context of your life experiences. Any work we do will be person centred and collaborative, going at the pace that feels safe and right for you.
I am an experienced and compassionate therapist with over 19 years’ experience supporting children, young people and families with emotional and mental health difficulties. My practice is grounded in evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and informed by extensive NHS and local authority experience.
I am an experienced and compassionate therapist with over 19 years’ experience supporting children, young people and families with emotional and mental health difficulties. My practice is grounded in evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and informed by extensive NHS and local authority experience.
Hello and welcome. I understand it can be daunting to seek the support of a stranger, and that many factors may have led you to do so. We can all feel overwhelmed, confused, distressed, lonely or hurt at times; perhaps we sense that something doesn’t feel “right”, or that the challenges life throws at us are too great to cope with. Sometimes we need someone to witness and be alongside us in our pain, stress, confusion, distress, or lack of ease - however we experience it.
I am an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, offering a warm and compassionate space for you to work with the issues or challenges that you wish to explore.
Hello and welcome. I understand it can be daunting to seek the support of a stranger, and that many factors may have led you to do so. We can all feel overwhelmed, confused, distressed, lonely or hurt at times; perhaps we sense that something doesn’t feel “right”, or that the challenges life throws at us are too great to cope with. Sometimes we need someone to witness and be alongside us in our pain, stress, confusion, distress, or lack of ease - however we experience it.
I am an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, offering a warm and compassionate space for you to work with the issues or challenges that you wish to explore.
I offer assessments and interventions for relational issues, depression, anxiety, autism, emotional and behavioural issues, stress at work.
I have over 18 years of experience as a psychologist and therapist. I have been working with individuals, families, couples and children (consultations, assessments, advice, therapy). I use variety of approaches such as CBT, ACT, family therapy, psychodynamic approach. I also work with neuro diverse adults and children.
I offer assessments and interventions for relational issues, depression, anxiety, autism, emotional and behavioural issues, stress at work.
I have over 18 years of experience as a psychologist and therapist. I have been working with individuals, families, couples and children (consultations, assessments, advice, therapy). I use variety of approaches such as CBT, ACT, family therapy, psychodynamic approach. I also work with neuro diverse adults and children.
I specialise in working with Autistic, ADHD & PDA Children.
Being a parent can be challenging, it can also be lonely. As an ADHD Mother of 5 children, with Tourettes, Autism, Pathological demand avoidant profile & ADHD, I have first hand experience of the difficulties Parenting can throw at us. I offer a friendly, trusting and non judgemental space to discuss the challenges you’re facing.
I specialise in working with Autistic, ADHD & PDA Children.
Being a parent can be challenging, it can also be lonely. As an ADHD Mother of 5 children, with Tourettes, Autism, Pathological demand avoidant profile & ADHD, I have first hand experience of the difficulties Parenting can throw at us. I offer a friendly, trusting and non judgemental space to discuss the challenges you’re facing.
As a neurodivergent ( autistic, ADHD & dyspraxia) person myself, I really enjoy working with those exploring their own neurodivergence.
I’m Matt, I’m a qualified therapist and counsellor. I’m a real human and will bring my warmth, humour, care, honesty and acceptance to our sessions. I am specialised in the person-centred approach, which puts our relationship at the centre of therapy. We will work together to understand you, to help you process and to help you feel better within yourself.
Who you choose as your therapist is a really personal choice. Probably the most important aspect of therapy is a good relationship between the therapist and the client. Really it’s about who you like, who you connect with and crucially who you feel that you can trust.
As a neurodivergent ( autistic, ADHD & dyspraxia) person myself, I really enjoy working with those exploring their own neurodivergence.
I’m Matt, I’m a qualified therapist and counsellor. I’m a real human and will bring my warmth, humour, care, honesty and acceptance to our sessions. I am specialised in the person-centred approach, which puts our relationship at the centre of therapy. We will work together to understand you, to help you process and to help you feel better within yourself.
Who you choose as your therapist is a really personal choice. Probably the most important aspect of therapy is a good relationship between the therapist and the client. Really it’s about who you like, who you connect with and crucially who you feel that you can trust.
I have further specialist training to offer assessment and diagnosis of autism and ADHD in children and adults, helping you to gain clarity and answers.
I recognise seeking help can be a daunting process. I am committed to working with you to ensure we find the right pace and approach for you. I will provide a safe, confidential & non-judgemental space to explore your concerns. We will work together to manage difficult feelings & experiences & find ways to meaningfully reconnect to your life values.
I have further specialist training to offer assessment and diagnosis of autism and ADHD in children and adults, helping you to gain clarity and answers.
I recognise seeking help can be a daunting process. I am committed to working with you to ensure we find the right pace and approach for you. I will provide a safe, confidential & non-judgemental space to explore your concerns. We will work together to manage difficult feelings & experiences & find ways to meaningfully reconnect to your life values.
Some are exploring whether they may be autistic and are seeking a thoughtful adult autism assessment to better understand themselves.
I offer a compassionate, supportive space where we can explore your experiences and difficulties together. In therapy, I use approaches such as EMDR to help process the impact of past experiences. I also provide adult autism assessments for those seeking clarity and deeper understanding of their lifelong experiences and identity, including exploring masking.
Some are exploring whether they may be autistic and are seeking a thoughtful adult autism assessment to better understand themselves.
I offer a compassionate, supportive space where we can explore your experiences and difficulties together. In therapy, I use approaches such as EMDR to help process the impact of past experiences. I also provide adult autism assessments for those seeking clarity and deeper understanding of their lifelong experiences and identity, including exploring masking.
I work with adults who have ADHD or are wondering whether ADHD may explain the challenges they've experienced throughout life. Many have spent years feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or different from others. Some have recently received a diagnosis, while others are only just beginning to explore the possibility that ADHD may be part of their story. Many clients come to me after years of struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burnout, relationship difficulties, or feeling that life is harder than it should be. Often, they've developed coping strategies that helped them get through day-to-day life but no longer serve them.
I work with adults who have ADHD or are wondering whether ADHD may explain the challenges they've experienced throughout life. Many have spent years feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or different from others. Some have recently received a diagnosis, while others are only just beginning to explore the possibility that ADHD may be part of their story. Many clients come to me after years of struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burnout, relationship difficulties, or feeling that life is harder than it should be. Often, they've developed coping strategies that helped them get through day-to-day life but no longer serve them.
Alongside this, I have a particular focus on working with people with autism and other neuro-divergence, as well as people from the LGBTQ (and other) community.
Hi, I’m Ed Christmas. I am a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist, having trained and practiced integratively since 2018.
My focus with clients is to help recognise and address and remove the impact of our conditioning - the ways we are trapped by our past and the beliefs and feelings that remain stuck. Therapy is a space where we will work to promote your sense of awareness, freedom, responsibility and power.
I offer both online and face-to-face therapy from my studio in Bentley, Suffolk, from the Stephenson Centre in Ipswich, and I have found that working online is just as connected and effective as face to face sessions.
Alongside this, I have a particular focus on working with people with autism and other neuro-divergence, as well as people from the LGBTQ (and other) community.
Hi, I’m Ed Christmas. I am a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist, having trained and practiced integratively since 2018.
My focus with clients is to help recognise and address and remove the impact of our conditioning - the ways we are trapped by our past and the beliefs and feelings that remain stuck. Therapy is a space where we will work to promote your sense of awareness, freedom, responsibility and power.
I offer both online and face-to-face therapy from my studio in Bentley, Suffolk, from the Stephenson Centre in Ipswich, and I have found that working online is just as connected and effective as face to face sessions.
You may be a neurodivergent adult, part of a neurodivergent couple, or supporting a neurodivergent loved one, feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck despite having tried many approaches already.
I offer practical, tailored support to help reduce anxiety, build confidence, and develop ways of living and relating that feel more manageable and sustainable. Together, we focus on understanding patterns in emotions, communication, and relationships, particularly where one or both partners are neurodivergent.
You may be a neurodivergent adult, part of a neurodivergent couple, or supporting a neurodivergent loved one, feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck despite having tried many approaches already.
I offer practical, tailored support to help reduce anxiety, build confidence, and develop ways of living and relating that feel more manageable and sustainable. Together, we focus on understanding patterns in emotions, communication, and relationships, particularly where one or both partners are neurodivergent.
A Masters level psychodynamically trained counsellor, who specialises in working with neurotypical and neurodivergent Children and Young People who have experienced Trauma and Abuse during their life journey.
When life is a challenge and we feel alone or unsupported, it is my belief that we can all find our 'place of peace'. Sometimes we simply need to connect with the 'right person' for a period of time to re-align our thoughts and feelings. If we can calm our inner self we can give ourselves an opportunity to navigate an alternative pathway to the one that we have found ourselves to be on.
A Masters level psychodynamically trained counsellor, who specialises in working with neurotypical and neurodivergent Children and Young People who have experienced Trauma and Abuse during their life journey.
When life is a challenge and we feel alone or unsupported, it is my belief that we can all find our 'place of peace'. Sometimes we simply need to connect with the 'right person' for a period of time to re-align our thoughts and feelings. If we can calm our inner self we can give ourselves an opportunity to navigate an alternative pathway to the one that we have found ourselves to be on.
I am a Systemic and Gestalt counsellor and a registered member of the BACP and I aim to offer a safe and non-judgemental space for clients to explore their feelings. I work with adults and young people. Sometimes we all need help to cope with life's challenges. Therapy can provide the support and framework from which to begin gaining an understanding of yourself and your needs. Talking with a therapist can benefit us in many ways, including giving us a better understanding of our emotions. Therapy can also promote healthy coping mechanisms, improved relationships and achievement of goals.
I am a Systemic and Gestalt counsellor and a registered member of the BACP and I aim to offer a safe and non-judgemental space for clients to explore their feelings. I work with adults and young people. Sometimes we all need help to cope with life's challenges. Therapy can provide the support and framework from which to begin gaining an understanding of yourself and your needs. Talking with a therapist can benefit us in many ways, including giving us a better understanding of our emotions. Therapy can also promote healthy coping mechanisms, improved relationships and achievement of goals.
Relationship and intimacy focused therapy can feel like the last attempt. You've tried everything else or its gotten to point where change doesn't sound possible. But that's where I come in, and help you work through these challenges to gain the clarity you need to move in the direction you need.
Not everyone is in a relationship when they come and see me, they may be processing old relationships or look towards the future.
Whether you're an individual, couple or polyamorous group I can help you work through relationship dynamics, to, sexual issues, and more.
Relationship and intimacy focused therapy can feel like the last attempt. You've tried everything else or its gotten to point where change doesn't sound possible. But that's where I come in, and help you work through these challenges to gain the clarity you need to move in the direction you need.
Not everyone is in a relationship when they come and see me, they may be processing old relationships or look towards the future.
Whether you're an individual, couple or polyamorous group I can help you work through relationship dynamics, to, sexual issues, and more.
I am qualified to assess and diagnose Autism and ADHD as part of a multidisciplinary team, and I can adapt psychological therapy for neurodiversity.
Prior to getting my clinical doctorate, I completed a PhD, MSc in Forensic Psychology, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I am published researcher and have presented my findings at international conferences. I continue to develop my knowledge and regularly undertake further training. I am currently training in EMDR and will soon be able to offer sessions.
I am qualified to assess and diagnose Autism and ADHD as part of a multidisciplinary team, and I can adapt psychological therapy for neurodiversity.
Prior to getting my clinical doctorate, I completed a PhD, MSc in Forensic Psychology, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I am published researcher and have presented my findings at international conferences. I continue to develop my knowledge and regularly undertake further training. I am currently training in EMDR and will soon be able to offer sessions.
Whether you are navigating a late ADHD/ Autism diagnosis, struggling with body image, or seeking support for your child or teenager, I am here to help you move from "just surviving" to feeling grounded.
I am psychotherapist, which means we look beneath the surface. For adults, this involves exploring how past experiences shape current feelings and relationships. For children (ages 4-12), I use play-based therapy—including sand tray and art because children often show us what they cannot yet say. My practice is neuroaffirmative and sensory aware.
Whether you are navigating a late ADHD/ Autism diagnosis, struggling with body image, or seeking support for your child or teenager, I am here to help you move from "just surviving" to feeling grounded.
I am psychotherapist, which means we look beneath the surface. For adults, this involves exploring how past experiences shape current feelings and relationships. For children (ages 4-12), I use play-based therapy—including sand tray and art because children often show us what they cannot yet say. My practice is neuroaffirmative and sensory aware.
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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.