Autism Counselling in Poole
I work with autistic and ADHD children, young people and adults, as well as those navigating trauma or exploring whether these labels fit.
I offer calm, autism- and ADHD-aware therapy that moves at your pace. Together we make sense of overwhelm, behaviour and relationships without trying to “fix” who you are. I also provide space for parents to think clearly about next steps and feel less alone in the process.
I work with autistic and ADHD children, young people and adults, as well as those navigating trauma or exploring whether these labels fit.
I offer calm, autism- and ADHD-aware therapy that moves at your pace. Together we make sense of overwhelm, behaviour and relationships without trying to “fix” who you are. I also provide space for parents to think clearly about next steps and feel less alone in the process.
I’m a BACP Registered and Autism-Informed Counsellor based out of Bournemouth, Dorset.
I’m an Autism-Informed counsellor with lived experience & specialist training in working with neurodivergent clients. Autism & ADHD are key areas of my ongoing training & I work in a Neurodiversity-affirming way. I can support with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, meltdowns, shutdown, burnout & more.
I’m a BACP Registered and Autism-Informed Counsellor based out of Bournemouth, Dorset.
I’m an Autism-Informed counsellor with lived experience & specialist training in working with neurodivergent clients. Autism & ADHD are key areas of my ongoing training & I work in a Neurodiversity-affirming way. I can support with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, meltdowns, shutdown, burnout & more.
I am an experienced school counsellor & qualified teacher & offer an autism affirming tailored service for young people aged 11+.
Seeking support can be daunting -but you have taken the courageous first step! Working with adults & young people aged 11+, I offer an opportunity for you to explore your relationship with yourself, with others & with the wider world, drawing on your own internal strengths & resources to build your self-awareness & self-acceptance to help you make sense of things & feel more clarity. Stepping away from a focus on diagnoses & labels, working together acknowledging you as an individual we can explore the impact that your own unique set of challenges & experiences has had on your ability to engage with & enjoy the world around you.
I am an experienced school counsellor & qualified teacher & offer an autism affirming tailored service for young people aged 11+.
Seeking support can be daunting -but you have taken the courageous first step! Working with adults & young people aged 11+, I offer an opportunity for you to explore your relationship with yourself, with others & with the wider world, drawing on your own internal strengths & resources to build your self-awareness & self-acceptance to help you make sense of things & feel more clarity. Stepping away from a focus on diagnoses & labels, working together acknowledging you as an individual we can explore the impact that your own unique set of challenges & experiences has had on your ability to engage with & enjoy the world around you.
Some days it feels like you’re carrying the weight of a world no one else sees. You go through the motions, but inside, small things feel as though they unravel you. Thoughts loop endlessly, tears come without warning, irritability has become your everyday, and life feels heavier, or like it’s lost its purpose. Many adults carry grief, loss, or hidden struggles that don’t always fit neatly into words — and still, the world keeps moving around you, expecting you to keep moving too, even as the quiet weight sits heavy in your chest.
Some days it feels like you’re carrying the weight of a world no one else sees. You go through the motions, but inside, small things feel as though they unravel you. Thoughts loop endlessly, tears come without warning, irritability has become your everyday, and life feels heavier, or like it’s lost its purpose. Many adults carry grief, loss, or hidden struggles that don’t always fit neatly into words — and still, the world keeps moving around you, expecting you to keep moving too, even as the quiet weight sits heavy in your chest.
Are you struggling with low self-esteem and self-critical thoughts which are getting in the way of your life? Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues with your partner, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with empathy and expertise. My goal is to help you build resilience, improve your self-esteem, and achieve a greater sense of well-being.
Are you struggling with low self-esteem and self-critical thoughts which are getting in the way of your life? Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues with your partner, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with empathy and expertise. My goal is to help you build resilience, improve your self-esteem, and achieve a greater sense of well-being.
Hi, my name is Kruti and my aim is to provide you with a safe, non judgemental environment where you can grow and develop. Using an integrative approach I can help you explore yourself so you can find your inner peace and reach your full potential. I understand that seeking help can be a significant and sometimes challenging step, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply navigating life's transitions. I believe that every individual has the innate capacity for healing and growth and my mission is to empower you to tap into your inner strength
Hi, my name is Kruti and my aim is to provide you with a safe, non judgemental environment where you can grow and develop. Using an integrative approach I can help you explore yourself so you can find your inner peace and reach your full potential. I understand that seeking help can be a significant and sometimes challenging step, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply navigating life's transitions. I believe that every individual has the innate capacity for healing and growth and my mission is to empower you to tap into your inner strength
I also offer autism and mental health diagnostic assessments, reports and follow up recommendations.
I’m a Chartered Principal Clinical Psychologist with over 18 years of NHS experience and a background in leading psychological care for trauma, psychosis, and complex mental health problems.
I’m passionate about challenging stigma, supporting people to make sense of their experiences, and finding hopeful paths forward, even when things feel stuck or overwhelming. We will take time to understand what matters to you, work at a pace that feels manageable, and adapt therapy together as your needs change.
I also offer autism and mental health diagnostic assessments, reports and follow up recommendations.
I’m a Chartered Principal Clinical Psychologist with over 18 years of NHS experience and a background in leading psychological care for trauma, psychosis, and complex mental health problems.
I’m passionate about challenging stigma, supporting people to make sense of their experiences, and finding hopeful paths forward, even when things feel stuck or overwhelming. We will take time to understand what matters to you, work at a pace that feels manageable, and adapt therapy together as your needs change.
My clients find that therapy with me helps them to understand themselves better, break free from old patterns, feel more at ease, and live life more aligned with their values. I support adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, low mood, identity questions and relationship issues. I have experience supporting people with the impact of chronic or life-limiting illness, grief and loss, and have worked extensively with neurodivergence. We will work together to explore your story beyond diagnostic labels and find what truly helps you. I hold a space where diversity is celebrated and where you can safely express yourself.
My clients find that therapy with me helps them to understand themselves better, break free from old patterns, feel more at ease, and live life more aligned with their values. I support adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, low mood, identity questions and relationship issues. I have experience supporting people with the impact of chronic or life-limiting illness, grief and loss, and have worked extensively with neurodivergence. We will work together to explore your story beyond diagnostic labels and find what truly helps you. I hold a space where diversity is celebrated and where you can safely express yourself.
I specialise in adult mental health and have experience and interest in supporting those with autism and ADHD.
I predominantly offer Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and an understanding of how different parts of us may feel in conflict. I have been an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist since 2012. I am EMDR trained. I also offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, eating behaviour and life transitions.
I specialise in adult mental health and have experience and interest in supporting those with autism and ADHD.
I predominantly offer Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and an understanding of how different parts of us may feel in conflict. I have been an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist since 2012. I am EMDR trained. I also offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, eating behaviour and life transitions.
ReWellness Counselling - Specialising in Children & Teens
Offers 5 Star, private therapy for all ages from our welcoming centre in Broadstone, Poole, Dorset. We also offer Relationship Therapy, Parent Coaching, Family Therapy, Individual Counselling, Play Therapy as well as our work with Children & Teens
ReWellness Counselling - Specialising in Children & Teens
Offers 5 Star, private therapy for all ages from our welcoming centre in Broadstone, Poole, Dorset. We also offer Relationship Therapy, Parent Coaching, Family Therapy, Individual Counselling, Play Therapy as well as our work with Children & Teens
Hello, I’m Esther, a children's Play Therapist and Person-Centred Counsellor based in Poole, Dorset. With warmth, calm and empathy, I offer a safe space and trusting relationship, in which children can explore their feelings and difficulties at their own level and pace; difficulties, which may be impacting wellbeing, self-esteem, family life, friendships or engagement with learning. My driving passion is providing early help for young children, to strengthen resilience and prevent significant mental health difficulties as they grow.
Hello, I’m Esther, a children's Play Therapist and Person-Centred Counsellor based in Poole, Dorset. With warmth, calm and empathy, I offer a safe space and trusting relationship, in which children can explore their feelings and difficulties at their own level and pace; difficulties, which may be impacting wellbeing, self-esteem, family life, friendships or engagement with learning. My driving passion is providing early help for young children, to strengthen resilience and prevent significant mental health difficulties as they grow.
I believe therapy should be for everyone and that with the right support and adaptations, it can be a powerful space for growth, healing, and self-understanding.
I support children and adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties including low mood, anxiety, emotion dysregulation and trauma-related difficulties. I work with individuals from all backgrounds and aim to create a therapeutic space that feels validating and responsive to each person’s needs. I am particularly skilled in adapting therapy for neurodiverse individuals.
I believe therapy should be for everyone and that with the right support and adaptations, it can be a powerful space for growth, healing, and self-understanding.
I support children and adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties including low mood, anxiety, emotion dysregulation and trauma-related difficulties. I work with individuals from all backgrounds and aim to create a therapeutic space that feels validating and responsive to each person’s needs. I am particularly skilled in adapting therapy for neurodiverse individuals.
Hello, I'm Emily (she/her). I am Clinical Psychologist, HCPC registered, with experience working in the NHS since 2008. I have worked with adults, young people and children and families to support their emotional and psychological wellbeing with a goal of helping them to thrive in life.
I have experience of working with organisations to support front line staff 1:1, facilitate reflective spaces and enhance psychological thinking and staff wellbeing.
Hello, I'm Emily (she/her). I am Clinical Psychologist, HCPC registered, with experience working in the NHS since 2008. I have worked with adults, young people and children and families to support their emotional and psychological wellbeing with a goal of helping them to thrive in life.
I have experience of working with organisations to support front line staff 1:1, facilitate reflective spaces and enhance psychological thinking and staff wellbeing.
I work with adults who feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves, including those who are neurodivergent or questioning their identity.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, lost, or quietly exhausted from carrying so much on your own. Perhaps you’ve spent years putting others first, keeping your true thoughts to yourself, or trying to meet expectations that no longer feel right. You may know something needs to change, even if you’re not yet sure what.
Therapy with me offers a space where you don’t have to pretend, explain yourself perfectly, or have all the answers. A space where you can be heard — not fixed, judged, or rushed.
I’m an Accredited Counsellor and Trauma-Informed Practitioner, with additional training in CBT and hypnotherapy, I tailor my approach to you.
I work with adults who feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves, including those who are neurodivergent or questioning their identity.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, lost, or quietly exhausted from carrying so much on your own. Perhaps you’ve spent years putting others first, keeping your true thoughts to yourself, or trying to meet expectations that no longer feel right. You may know something needs to change, even if you’re not yet sure what.
Therapy with me offers a space where you don’t have to pretend, explain yourself perfectly, or have all the answers. A space where you can be heard — not fixed, judged, or rushed.
I’m an Accredited Counsellor and Trauma-Informed Practitioner, with additional training in CBT and hypnotherapy, I tailor my approach to you.
I am a trauma-informed and experienced (12yrs) Humanistic Integrative LGBTQ affirmative counsellor. I was based at Over the Rainbow Sexual Health Clinic in Bournemouth until 2017. I've facilitated LGBTQ+ and wellbeing groups for Dorset Mind prior to starting my full time private practice.
Due to cis, hetero and mono normativity, many LGBTQ+ people haven't felt safe enough to connect with their deepest thoughts, feelings and needs. I provide a safe, informed and affirmative space. I integrate Mindfulness, CBT, CPT, DBT Skills Training, IFS and Emotional Freedom Techniques to address the impact of trauma on the brain and body.
I am a trauma-informed and experienced (12yrs) Humanistic Integrative LGBTQ affirmative counsellor. I was based at Over the Rainbow Sexual Health Clinic in Bournemouth until 2017. I've facilitated LGBTQ+ and wellbeing groups for Dorset Mind prior to starting my full time private practice.
Due to cis, hetero and mono normativity, many LGBTQ+ people haven't felt safe enough to connect with their deepest thoughts, feelings and needs. I provide a safe, informed and affirmative space. I integrate Mindfulness, CBT, CPT, DBT Skills Training, IFS and Emotional Freedom Techniques to address the impact of trauma on the brain and body.
Hi I am Dr Covernton, a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist who is friendly, easy to connect with and compassionate.
Whether you are seeking help for a specific challenge/difficulty or are wanting to explore broader aspects of yourself, I am confident that I can help you on your journey of change and discovery.
I work across the lifespan, working with early years children, adolescents, teens, adult and older adults. I work with individuals, couples and families. I use a broad range of therapeutic modalities in my work. Some examples include EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, DBT, and CFT to name a few.
Hi I am Dr Covernton, a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist who is friendly, easy to connect with and compassionate.
Whether you are seeking help for a specific challenge/difficulty or are wanting to explore broader aspects of yourself, I am confident that I can help you on your journey of change and discovery.
I work across the lifespan, working with early years children, adolescents, teens, adult and older adults. I work with individuals, couples and families. I use a broad range of therapeutic modalities in my work. Some examples include EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, DBT, and CFT to name a few.
By gaining insight into how significant relationships and events have shaped your feelings, communication, and actions, you'll develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I don’t offer quick fixes or surface-level solutions, but instead work with clients to gradually understand the deeper patterns and meanings in their emotional lives. Since 2006, I have been committed to helping individuals and couples strengthen their relationships, and improve their mental and sexual health.
Therapy puts words to the feelings, that would otherwise remain painful or unresolved.
By gaining insight into how significant relationships and events have shaped your feelings, communication, and actions, you'll develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I don’t offer quick fixes or surface-level solutions, but instead work with clients to gradually understand the deeper patterns and meanings in their emotional lives. Since 2006, I have been committed to helping individuals and couples strengthen their relationships, and improve their mental and sexual health.
Therapy puts words to the feelings, that would otherwise remain painful or unresolved.
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective.
I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team adhering to NICE recommendations.
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective.
I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team adhering to NICE recommendations.
Hi I am Katrina.
I am a fully qualified counsellor of over 10 years experience of counselling Adults & Young People aged 13+, with well-being & emotional traumas.
I offer a FREE 30 minute initial call so we can speak about what support you are looking for.
I support a range of complexities such as; •Attachment•Separation&Social Anxiety, Family Reactions to MH •Anxiety & Depression •Bereavement & Loss •Trauma •Childhood Trauma •Domestic Abuse •Racial identity •Emotional Intelligence •Disability Discrimination• Low Self Esteem & Low Self Worth •Personality & Narcissistic Personality Disorder•Dissociative Disorder & PTSD•ODD & ADHD.
Hi I am Katrina.
I am a fully qualified counsellor of over 10 years experience of counselling Adults & Young People aged 13+, with well-being & emotional traumas.
I offer a FREE 30 minute initial call so we can speak about what support you are looking for.
I support a range of complexities such as; •Attachment•Separation&Social Anxiety, Family Reactions to MH •Anxiety & Depression •Bereavement & Loss •Trauma •Childhood Trauma •Domestic Abuse •Racial identity •Emotional Intelligence •Disability Discrimination• Low Self Esteem & Low Self Worth •Personality & Narcissistic Personality Disorder•Dissociative Disorder & PTSD•ODD & ADHD.
It's not about me, it's about you - no one else has lived your life or had your experiences. No one else is facing what you're facing now. Big or small, we can talk it through together and find a way forward.
It's not about me, it's about you - no one else has lived your life or had your experiences. No one else is facing what you're facing now. Big or small, we can talk it through together and find a way forward.
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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.