Autism Counselling in Greenford

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Sabina Petrine
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I welcome neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, and alternative clients, providing a safe, judgment-free space to explore what you need and move toward greater calm and clarity.
In our sessions, we’ll move at your pace. I offer a calm, affirming space where you can slow down, breathe, and be yourself. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and how your body holds stress. My approach is flexible, client-centered, and welcoming of all identities.
I welcome neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, and alternative clients, providing a safe, judgment-free space to explore what you need and move toward greater calm and clarity.
In our sessions, we’ll move at your pace. I offer a calm, affirming space where you can slow down, breathe, and be yourself. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and how your body holds stress. My approach is flexible, client-centered, and welcoming of all identities.
020 3835 2469 View 020 3835 2469
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Elisabeta Stancu - Counselling & Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have experience working with people with a wide range of issues related to alcohol or drug use, withdrawal from activities or friends, low energy or problems sleeping, inability to concentrate, mood changes, sex drive, excessive anger or feeling sad and down. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts, experiences and problems. I work with adults (and couples), teenagers and children, offering face-to-face and online sessions.
I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have experience working with people with a wide range of issues related to alcohol or drug use, withdrawal from activities or friends, low energy or problems sleeping, inability to concentrate, mood changes, sex drive, excessive anger or feeling sad and down. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts, experiences and problems. I work with adults (and couples), teenagers and children, offering face-to-face and online sessions.
020 3835 6066 View 020 3835 6066
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Gayla Bailey
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Online Only
If you are suffering from anxiety or low self-esteem, if you have unresolved issues or if something is negatively impacting on your everyday life, then you have come to the right place to explore and work through the issues that are affecting you. It can be daunting reaching out for help, but I would like to reassure you that I provide a friendly, empathic, non-judgemental space where you can safely talk about your inner thoughts and feelings concerning any problems you may have. Please feel free to call or email me and I will get back to you to arrange a 20 minute zoom consultation for us to meet each other to discuss your needs.
If you are suffering from anxiety or low self-esteem, if you have unresolved issues or if something is negatively impacting on your everyday life, then you have come to the right place to explore and work through the issues that are affecting you. It can be daunting reaching out for help, but I would like to reassure you that I provide a friendly, empathic, non-judgemental space where you can safely talk about your inner thoughts and feelings concerning any problems you may have. Please feel free to call or email me and I will get back to you to arrange a 20 minute zoom consultation for us to meet each other to discuss your needs.
020 3838 0860 View 020 3838 0860
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Geeta Sohanpal
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, my name is Geeta, and I am a South Asian, Integrative Psychotherapist. I am dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My approach is centred on empathy, warmth, and understanding, ensuring you feel heard and valued. Whether you are dealing with personal challenges, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to help. In our sessions, you will find a safe, confidential space where you can express yourself freely. Let's talk about what's happening for you, and together, let's work on it.
Hi, my name is Geeta, and I am a South Asian, Integrative Psychotherapist. I am dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My approach is centred on empathy, warmth, and understanding, ensuring you feel heard and valued. Whether you are dealing with personal challenges, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to help. In our sessions, you will find a safe, confidential space where you can express yourself freely. Let's talk about what's happening for you, and together, let's work on it.
020 7870 6460 View 020 7870 6460
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Ian Hayes
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a UKCP and BACP-registered Gestalt psychotherapist based near Ealing Broadway. I work with individual adults.   My approach is non-judgemental and collaborative. I focus on helping you gain awareness on what's going on for you by slowing things down, noticing what’s happening in the present moment, and exploring new perspectives that may emerge.  I've got a background in business, so I understand the stresses of the working world, but I’ve also worked with clients facing a wide range of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, feeling stuck or working through a life transition.
I’m a UKCP and BACP-registered Gestalt psychotherapist based near Ealing Broadway. I work with individual adults.   My approach is non-judgemental and collaborative. I focus on helping you gain awareness on what's going on for you by slowing things down, noticing what’s happening in the present moment, and exploring new perspectives that may emerge.  I've got a background in business, so I understand the stresses of the working world, but I’ve also worked with clients facing a wide range of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, feeling stuck or working through a life transition.
01748 906550 View 01748 906550
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Henrik Lynggaard
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London. I have more than 30 years’ experience of working in the NHS as well as in independent practice. In my experience people seek therapy for many different reasons. They may be facing a predicament, be anxious, depressed or confused, or feel stuck in repeating patterns of thoughts and behaviour that have adverse effects on their lives. They may have relationship difficulties or questions about their sexuality; they may be finding it difficult to deal with the loss of a person, a position or an identity.
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London. I have more than 30 years’ experience of working in the NHS as well as in independent practice. In my experience people seek therapy for many different reasons. They may be facing a predicament, be anxious, depressed or confused, or feel stuck in repeating patterns of thoughts and behaviour that have adverse effects on their lives. They may have relationship difficulties or questions about their sexuality; they may be finding it difficult to deal with the loss of a person, a position or an identity.
020 3984 8911 View 020 3984 8911

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Matt Willis (Neurodivergent)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
01446 501362 View 01446 501362
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Neuro-affirmative Counselling & ADHD Coaching
Counsellor, MBACP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with autistic, ADHD, and AuDHD individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, chronic shame, relationship difficulties, or navigating a recent or later in life diagnosis.
Clients can choose either counselling or coaching, depending on what support they want. Counselling provides space to explore emotions, identity, unconscious patterns and relational challenges in depth. Coaching focuses on practical, goal-oriented strategies and tools to help you work out what you want in life and how to make it happen.
I work with autistic, ADHD, and AuDHD individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, chronic shame, relationship difficulties, or navigating a recent or later in life diagnosis.
Clients can choose either counselling or coaching, depending on what support they want. Counselling provides space to explore emotions, identity, unconscious patterns and relational challenges in depth. Coaching focuses on practical, goal-oriented strategies and tools to help you work out what you want in life and how to make it happen.
01273 110941 View 01273 110941
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Jenna Stoodley
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, my name is Jenna and I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor. I have experience working with both adults and young people, and I have worked with clients experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, loss, difficulty in relationships, neurodiversity (both diagnosed, self-diagnosed or questioning), suicidal thoughts, trauma, disability, misdiagnosis, medical trauma, intrusive thoughts, abuse and neglect. I am LGBTQI+ friendly and aim to provide a neuro-affirming and gender-affirming environment.
Hi, my name is Jenna and I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor. I have experience working with both adults and young people, and I have worked with clients experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, loss, difficulty in relationships, neurodiversity (both diagnosed, self-diagnosed or questioning), suicidal thoughts, trauma, disability, misdiagnosis, medical trauma, intrusive thoughts, abuse and neglect. I am LGBTQI+ friendly and aim to provide a neuro-affirming and gender-affirming environment.
01442 971264 View 01442 971264
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Dr Karla Headon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
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Danielle Christie Greene
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
My practice is neurodiversity-affirming and informed by chronic illness, offering online psychotherapy for adults and young people living with ME/CFS, burnout, ADHD, autism, and long-term emotional overwhelm.
Psychotherapist specialising in M.E/CFS, chronic health conditions, burnout & neurodivergence. Many of the people I work with feel exhausted or stuck in survival mode after years of managing fluctuating energy, masking, or navigating systems that don’t fully understand their experience.
My practice is neurodiversity-affirming and informed by chronic illness, offering online psychotherapy for adults and young people living with ME/CFS, burnout, ADHD, autism, and long-term emotional overwhelm.
Psychotherapist specialising in M.E/CFS, chronic health conditions, burnout & neurodivergence. Many of the people I work with feel exhausted or stuck in survival mode after years of managing fluctuating energy, masking, or navigating systems that don’t fully understand their experience.
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Rae Yates
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am neurodivergent and I work affirmatively with people who are neurodivergent, hear voices or have unusual beliefs /experiences, people in non-monogamous or poly relationships, people labelled with PTSD, schizophrenia or a personality disorder.
I am committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, safe and confidential space where you can talk about the thoughts, feelings and experiences that you want to. The type of therapy I offer is called ‘Person Centred’. It is a non-pathologising, non-judgmental, non-directive approach to counselling. I am LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming.
I am neurodivergent and I work affirmatively with people who are neurodivergent, hear voices or have unusual beliefs /experiences, people in non-monogamous or poly relationships, people labelled with PTSD, schizophrenia or a personality disorder.
I am committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, safe and confidential space where you can talk about the thoughts, feelings and experiences that you want to. The type of therapy I offer is called ‘Person Centred’. It is a non-pathologising, non-judgmental, non-directive approach to counselling. I am LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming.
020 3879 4147 View 020 3879 4147
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Julia Smith
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
London SW9
Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time or seeking a new way of looking at things, your reason for coming to therapy is unique to you. I aim to work collaboratively with you to discover meaning of current distress or patterns of behaviour which you may be finding difficult, through its association with past relationships and experiences. My goal is to help you feel like a more confident, authentic version of yourself who will be better equipped to deal with difficult feelings in the future.
Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time or seeking a new way of looking at things, your reason for coming to therapy is unique to you. I aim to work collaboratively with you to discover meaning of current distress or patterns of behaviour which you may be finding difficult, through its association with past relationships and experiences. My goal is to help you feel like a more confident, authentic version of yourself who will be better equipped to deal with difficult feelings in the future.
020 4634 1470 View 020 4634 1470
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Speak To Lauren
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You may be neurodivergent, work in a creative field, or simply feel different or misunderstood.
I offer online counselling for adults, specialising in neurodivergent clients including ADHD, autism, AuDHD and OCD. I provide a calm, accepting space to explore anxiety, burnout, self-doubt and overwhelm. I also support those in creative and entertainment roles, helping you feel heard, grounded and able to move forward.
You may be neurodivergent, work in a creative field, or simply feel different or misunderstood.
I offer online counselling for adults, specialising in neurodivergent clients including ADHD, autism, AuDHD and OCD. I provide a calm, accepting space to explore anxiety, burnout, self-doubt and overwhelm. I also support those in creative and entertainment roles, helping you feel heard, grounded and able to move forward.
01323 692233 View 01323 692233
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Dhakshini Patel
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
With over a decade of experience as a UKCP-registered Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, many families come to me because their child or young adult is anxious, overwhelmed, autistic, traumatised, or struggling with big emotions.
My approach is relational and tailored to each child or young adult. I specialise in autism, trauma, adoption, and emotional regulation, using creative, attachment-based and sensory approaches. I also offer parent support and group programmes to help families understand patterns, strengthen connection, and feel less alone.
With over a decade of experience as a UKCP-registered Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, many families come to me because their child or young adult is anxious, overwhelmed, autistic, traumatised, or struggling with big emotions.
My approach is relational and tailored to each child or young adult. I specialise in autism, trauma, adoption, and emotional regulation, using creative, attachment-based and sensory approaches. I also offer parent support and group programmes to help families understand patterns, strengthen connection, and feel less alone.
020 4634 5543 View 020 4634 5543
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Katrina Ives
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
I work integratively, drawing on different ways of understanding people rather than using a single technique, including attention to neurodivergent differences such as autism and ADHD.
Therapy can offer a pause to slow things down and listen more carefully to what’s happening inside, noticing what’s there and what it might need. I work with people who are often carrying a lot, perhaps more than they let others see. Together we take care to make sense of what’s been building beneath the surface, what’s led you here and what feels important to you now.
I work integratively, drawing on different ways of understanding people rather than using a single technique, including attention to neurodivergent differences such as autism and ADHD.
Therapy can offer a pause to slow things down and listen more carefully to what’s happening inside, noticing what’s there and what it might need. I work with people who are often carrying a lot, perhaps more than they let others see. Together we take care to make sense of what’s been building beneath the surface, what’s led you here and what feels important to you now.
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Bernard I Horsford
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
London SW1A
Dr Bernard Horsford, PhD, D Occ Psych, MBA, M.Sc, LLB, BA, DipAdEd, DipM, FCIPD, MAPM, MIoD, FIC, MAE, C Psychol, AFBPsS I have worked as a psychologist in a variety of clinical settings dealing with occupational, clinical and forensic issues. In these settings, I have provided individual and group therapy, crisis intervention and psychological assessment services. I have an extensive background in working with culturally diverse populations. My practice is geared towards adolescents and adults grappling employment, personal, family work, educational or health issues.
Dr Bernard Horsford, PhD, D Occ Psych, MBA, M.Sc, LLB, BA, DipAdEd, DipM, FCIPD, MAPM, MIoD, FIC, MAE, C Psychol, AFBPsS I have worked as a psychologist in a variety of clinical settings dealing with occupational, clinical and forensic issues. In these settings, I have provided individual and group therapy, crisis intervention and psychological assessment services. I have an extensive background in working with culturally diverse populations. My practice is geared towards adolescents and adults grappling employment, personal, family work, educational or health issues.
020 8103 0403 View 020 8103 0403
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Ansell Cizic
Counsellor, MBACP
London NW3
mainly ASD in the capacity as an educator with over 15 years experience.
From a humanistic perspective and specifically a person centred frame of reference, our work will always be steered by you. Whether it be a lack of confidence or repetitive behaviours that have undermined your path and progression, whether you are experiencing a bereavement or other form of life transition, whether you are struggling with neurodiversity, sexual identity, or power dynamics, or whether you have simply not been seen or heard and have reached the point where you would like to see change, then I am here to actively listen, without judgement.
mainly ASD in the capacity as an educator with over 15 years experience.
From a humanistic perspective and specifically a person centred frame of reference, our work will always be steered by you. Whether it be a lack of confidence or repetitive behaviours that have undermined your path and progression, whether you are experiencing a bereavement or other form of life transition, whether you are struggling with neurodiversity, sexual identity, or power dynamics, or whether you have simply not been seen or heard and have reached the point where you would like to see change, then I am here to actively listen, without judgement.
020 3835 3629 View 020 3835 3629
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Jeffrey Samuels@Squarepegs18
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Pinner HA5
Squarepegness often is accompanied by or is masked by depression, anxiety, emotional rigidness. It can lead to work and relationship problems Exploring, recognising and slowly putting into practice what has been uncovered can be enough to move a client from being overloaded leading to meltdown or lack of headspace to an awareness that modifies your feeling of well being.
Squarepegness often is accompanied by or is masked by depression, anxiety, emotional rigidness. It can lead to work and relationship problems Exploring, recognising and slowly putting into practice what has been uncovered can be enough to move a client from being overloaded leading to meltdown or lack of headspace to an awareness that modifies your feeling of well being.
020 4538 8064 View 020 4538 8064
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Shoshana Rose Stern
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
I have a broad range of experience, from working with non-verbal clients on the autistic spectrum, to those with learning disabilities, eating disorders, OCD and long term health conditions.
Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
I have a broad range of experience, from working with non-verbal clients on the autistic spectrum, to those with learning disabilities, eating disorders, OCD and long term health conditions.
Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
020 3947 8942 View 020 3947 8942

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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.