Autism Counselling in Rickmansworth
If you're an autistic professional in your 40s or beyond, decades of masking at work and at home may have led to burnout.
I'm Lii, an autistic therapist, data analyst and doctoral researcher. I understand high-pressure careers and the paradox of hollow success. I specialise in supporting autistic and AuDHD clients. Through structured, goal-oriented therapy, I help you recover from burnout, reduce masking, manage anxiety and depression, create meaning and find purpose.
If you're an autistic professional in your 40s or beyond, decades of masking at work and at home may have led to burnout.
I'm Lii, an autistic therapist, data analyst and doctoral researcher. I understand high-pressure careers and the paradox of hollow success. I specialise in supporting autistic and AuDHD clients. Through structured, goal-oriented therapy, I help you recover from burnout, reduce masking, manage anxiety and depression, create meaning and find purpose.
I work with adults and young people who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, domestic abuse, relationship difficulties, life transitions or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves or unsure how to move forward. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties, develop self-awareness, build resilience, and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
I work with adults and young people who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, domestic abuse, relationship difficulties, life transitions or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves or unsure how to move forward. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties, develop self-awareness, build resilience, and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking.
I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking.
I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing. I am passionate about helping people strengthen relationships, develop deeper self-awareness, and explore their authentic selves emotionally, psychologically, physically, and sexually within a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing. I am passionate about helping people strengthen relationships, develop deeper self-awareness, and explore their authentic selves emotionally, psychologically, physically, and sexually within a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment.
Welcome to Amber Therapy, I’m Andrea and I have been growing Amber Therapy here in Croxley Green, Hertfordshire since 2015. I like being listened to, I appreciate being heard. I would like to offer that opportunity to you. Sometimes just having the space to talk freely can help unravel thoughts and help us gain a fresh perspective within situations.
Welcome to Amber Therapy, I’m Andrea and I have been growing Amber Therapy here in Croxley Green, Hertfordshire since 2015. I like being listened to, I appreciate being heard. I would like to offer that opportunity to you. Sometimes just having the space to talk freely can help unravel thoughts and help us gain a fresh perspective within situations.
I have additional training and experience working with trauma, ASD, anxiety & behavioural challenges.
We can all find ourselves in impossible, stressful & distressing circumstances which impact our ability to function. As an experienced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, I aim to offer you a warm, safe, judgement free space away from the pressures of everyday life. Being accepted, heard & validated through therapy helps us to begin to untangle & make sense of our experiences & ultimately improves our ability to cope. We can begin to understand ourselves & others better, recognise unhelpful patterns, find new ways of managing & move on to make the changes we need.
I have additional training and experience working with trauma, ASD, anxiety & behavioural challenges.
We can all find ourselves in impossible, stressful & distressing circumstances which impact our ability to function. As an experienced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, I aim to offer you a warm, safe, judgement free space away from the pressures of everyday life. Being accepted, heard & validated through therapy helps us to begin to untangle & make sense of our experiences & ultimately improves our ability to cope. We can begin to understand ourselves & others better, recognise unhelpful patterns, find new ways of managing & move on to make the changes we need.
Hello. When life gets difficult or you are faced with challenges, starting therapy can feel daunting. By offering a safe space for you to share and reflect on emotional, mental, or behavioural issues that may be troubling or difficult to work through; I will help you gain an insight into your unconscious thoughts, behaviours and emotions. Through gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and how your past experiences, are impacting you, you can begin to feel more in control of your inner world; develop new perspectives, and acquire more helpful ways of coping and relating to others.
Hello. When life gets difficult or you are faced with challenges, starting therapy can feel daunting. By offering a safe space for you to share and reflect on emotional, mental, or behavioural issues that may be troubling or difficult to work through; I will help you gain an insight into your unconscious thoughts, behaviours and emotions. Through gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and how your past experiences, are impacting you, you can begin to feel more in control of your inner world; develop new perspectives, and acquire more helpful ways of coping and relating to others.
Before that, I worked for several years with young people with Autism in the education sector.
Welcome - I offer counselling and psychotherapy in Rickmansworth, Hackney (London) and online. I use an integrative and transpersonal approach. I hope you find here what you are looking for. -Experience and Background- Following my undergraduate degree in psychology, I trained and formed as a psychotherapist for five years at the Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy Education in London. I have been practicing since 2015, collaborating with a number of charities, and currently working in private practice.
Before that, I worked for several years with young people with Autism in the education sector.
Welcome - I offer counselling and psychotherapy in Rickmansworth, Hackney (London) and online. I use an integrative and transpersonal approach. I hope you find here what you are looking for. -Experience and Background- Following my undergraduate degree in psychology, I trained and formed as a psychotherapist for five years at the Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy Education in London. I have been practicing since 2015, collaborating with a number of charities, and currently working in private practice.
We can all experience difficult times in our lives that throw us off course. Sometimes we can also feel that we are operating at 100 miles an hour but getting nowhere fast. Stressed and burnt out you can’t seem to focus properly and day to day living can feel too much, affecting your ability to cope. You can feel so alone and misunderstood, trapped within a vicious cycle of negative thinking and self-criticism. Anxiety, depression and low self-esteem can keep you in a dark place. However, with help and support you can begin to break free and focus on your own needs.
We can all experience difficult times in our lives that throw us off course. Sometimes we can also feel that we are operating at 100 miles an hour but getting nowhere fast. Stressed and burnt out you can’t seem to focus properly and day to day living can feel too much, affecting your ability to cope. You can feel so alone and misunderstood, trapped within a vicious cycle of negative thinking and self-criticism. Anxiety, depression and low self-esteem can keep you in a dark place. However, with help and support you can begin to break free and focus on your own needs.
When people contact me for professional support, they often want fast results so as to be able to quickly start to feel better and to feel more in control. Over a period of more than 10 years as a Psychotherapist, I have developed a way of working that quickly allows people to feel more in control amidst the most complex of issues we face as humans. Whether it is a sudden, short-term situation that you need help to deal with, or a long-term ongoing issue that you have recently decided to address, I take a direct, action-led approach to helping you to tackle these challenges.
When people contact me for professional support, they often want fast results so as to be able to quickly start to feel better and to feel more in control. Over a period of more than 10 years as a Psychotherapist, I have developed a way of working that quickly allows people to feel more in control amidst the most complex of issues we face as humans. Whether it is a sudden, short-term situation that you need help to deal with, or a long-term ongoing issue that you have recently decided to address, I take a direct, action-led approach to helping you to tackle these challenges.
Sometimes we all need space to pause and reflect.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a conversation that isn’t tangled in the expectations of those around you. Therapy offers a confidential, non-judgemental space to explore what’s going on and make sense of things in your own time.
I offer one-to-one therapy online or in person (Bushey, Hertfordshire), and work with a wide range of concerns — including overcoming shame and finding the authentic you, finding meaning and purpose in life, confronting anxiety and navigating relationship challenges.
Sometimes we all need space to pause and reflect.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a conversation that isn’t tangled in the expectations of those around you. Therapy offers a confidential, non-judgemental space to explore what’s going on and make sense of things in your own time.
I offer one-to-one therapy online or in person (Bushey, Hertfordshire), and work with a wide range of concerns — including overcoming shame and finding the authentic you, finding meaning and purpose in life, confronting anxiety and navigating relationship challenges.
Thank you for visiting my page and taking the step to access support. Having worked with a wide range of clients experiencing difficulties with their emotional wellbeing, I have developed skills in recognising the sources of problems and how to work on solving them. We would work together in reaching your goals and I encourage a holistic and non-judgemental space that takes into account your individual needs and wants.
Thank you for visiting my page and taking the step to access support. Having worked with a wide range of clients experiencing difficulties with their emotional wellbeing, I have developed skills in recognising the sources of problems and how to work on solving them. We would work together in reaching your goals and I encourage a holistic and non-judgemental space that takes into account your individual needs and wants.
I work in what is described as an 'integrative' approach, ultimately this means having a Person-Centred base and then integrating elements from a number of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy in order to meet the needs of each individual. For you, this means that the therapy you are provided with, is completely tailored to your specific needs as they change.
I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change and I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel safe to explore areas of your life that you are struggling with.
I work in what is described as an 'integrative' approach, ultimately this means having a Person-Centred base and then integrating elements from a number of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy in order to meet the needs of each individual. For you, this means that the therapy you are provided with, is completely tailored to your specific needs as they change.
I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change and I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel safe to explore areas of your life that you are struggling with.
As parents when our children are struggling we just want to help but often don’t know how. What they are facing can feel overwhelming but there is hope. Counselling provides children and young people with a safe space where they can explore, work things out, heal and move on from difficulties that they experience. Working with someone who is not a family member or friend, but who is supportive, non-judgmental and accepting, who helps us make sense of what we are going through and move forward, can be really beneficial. I aim to help young people accept and value themselves, raise their resilience, gain coping skills and thrive.
As parents when our children are struggling we just want to help but often don’t know how. What they are facing can feel overwhelming but there is hope. Counselling provides children and young people with a safe space where they can explore, work things out, heal and move on from difficulties that they experience. Working with someone who is not a family member or friend, but who is supportive, non-judgmental and accepting, who helps us make sense of what we are going through and move forward, can be really beneficial. I aim to help young people accept and value themselves, raise their resilience, gain coping skills and thrive.
I offer DBT for BPD, support for addiction recovery, and tailored approaches for Autism and ADHD.
At Home Counties Therapy, we provide practical, compassionate support for mental health, addiction, and neurodiversity challenges helping clients understand their experiences, manage difficulties, and build resilience.
Therapy is structured and collaborative, starting with a thorough assessment to create a personalised plan that works for you. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
We support businesses with tailored wellbeing programmes to help employees navigate complex mental health, addiction, and neurodiversity.
I offer DBT for BPD, support for addiction recovery, and tailored approaches for Autism and ADHD.
At Home Counties Therapy, we provide practical, compassionate support for mental health, addiction, and neurodiversity challenges helping clients understand their experiences, manage difficulties, and build resilience.
Therapy is structured and collaborative, starting with a thorough assessment to create a personalised plan that works for you. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
We support businesses with tailored wellbeing programmes to help employees navigate complex mental health, addiction, and neurodiversity.
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I have specialist training in trauma and complex trauma, neuroaffirmative working (including ADHD and Autism), Sandplay and creative working.
The warmest of welcomes to my page. It’s my pleasure to meet you. However you are feeling right now, that’s welcome too.
I don’t know what brought you here.
Maybe clarifying what the problem is, how those sensations are, expressing them somehow, can bring some relief.
Be it trauma. Depression. Shame. Anxiety. Neurodivergence. Or a big jumble of everything! Your identities are all welcome here.
I work integratively and neuroaffirmatively, with the deepest empathic respect for what you are experiencing. Your nervous system is yours. Let us map it together. Gathering resources as we go, to truly value all parts of you.
I have specialist training in trauma and complex trauma, neuroaffirmative working (including ADHD and Autism), Sandplay and creative working.
The warmest of welcomes to my page. It’s my pleasure to meet you. However you are feeling right now, that’s welcome too.
I don’t know what brought you here.
Maybe clarifying what the problem is, how those sensations are, expressing them somehow, can bring some relief.
Be it trauma. Depression. Shame. Anxiety. Neurodivergence. Or a big jumble of everything! Your identities are all welcome here.
I work integratively and neuroaffirmatively, with the deepest empathic respect for what you are experiencing. Your nervous system is yours. Let us map it together. Gathering resources as we go, to truly value all parts of you.
I have experience working with clients with a broad range of goals, from working on depression and anxiety to psychosis or wanting to understand their neurodevelopmental needs more (things like ADHD or Autism).
I am a senior clinical psychologist within the NHS. I work in a forensic hospital within our learning disability and autism service where I always tailor my work to the individual in front of me. I have a range of experience in many different areas (see below) and in different modalities. What I offer is a therapy experience tailored to you.
I have experience working with clients with a broad range of goals, from working on depression and anxiety to psychosis or wanting to understand their neurodevelopmental needs more (things like ADHD or Autism).
I am a senior clinical psychologist within the NHS. I work in a forensic hospital within our learning disability and autism service where I always tailor my work to the individual in front of me. I have a range of experience in many different areas (see below) and in different modalities. What I offer is a therapy experience tailored to you.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and the effects of domestic abuse. I also warmly welcome neurodiverse individuals, offering a deep understanding of the unique challenges that can arise when navigating a predominantly neurotypical world.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and the effects of domestic abuse. I also warmly welcome neurodiverse individuals, offering a deep understanding of the unique challenges that can arise when navigating a predominantly neurotypical world.
I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns that don’t make sense from the outside.
You don’t need a clear goal before starting. Some people want to understand themselves better; others want support with anxiety, boundaries, communication or the effects of past experiences. We’ll work at your pace and focus on what actually feels useful.
I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns that don’t make sense from the outside.
You don’t need a clear goal before starting. Some people want to understand themselves better; others want support with anxiety, boundaries, communication or the effects of past experiences. We’ll work at your pace and focus on what actually feels useful.
Could being neurodivergent be the missing piece of the puzzle?
I have experience of working with Autism ADHD, AuDHD, Aexithymia and I understand how to work with the process of helping you to notice, name and manage your emotions safely within our therapeutic relationship. I take interest in working with the autonomic nervous system. This is also known as the Four F's. Fight, Fiight, Freeze and Fawn.
Could being neurodivergent be the missing piece of the puzzle?
I have experience of working with Autism ADHD, AuDHD, Aexithymia and I understand how to work with the process of helping you to notice, name and manage your emotions safely within our therapeutic relationship. I take interest in working with the autonomic nervous system. This is also known as the Four F's. Fight, Fiight, Freeze and Fawn.
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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.