Autism Counselling in Swindon
I work with Anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, loss, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma and more.
What I offer is as unique as the people I work with and includes creative work, CBT techniques and grounding work. Reasonable adjustments always considered for your specific needs. Therapy is a different journey for each person but I aim to build a strong, open, trusting relationship with all clients as that is the best tool for positive change!
I work with Anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, loss, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma and more.
What I offer is as unique as the people I work with and includes creative work, CBT techniques and grounding work. Reasonable adjustments always considered for your specific needs. Therapy is a different journey for each person but I aim to build a strong, open, trusting relationship with all clients as that is the best tool for positive change!
Are you okay? But are you really okay? Have things been hard lately? Do you think speaking about it might help?
Are you okay? But are you really okay? Have things been hard lately? Do you think speaking about it might help?
We are proud to specialise in adapting CBT for neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD.
1st For CBT provides one-to-one therapy for adults and children, we adapt CBT to meet the unique needs of any individual that is seen in our clinic. Sessions will use simple but sophisticated approaches that will allow you or your child to learn lifelong skills to overcome some of the difficulties that can be experienced in our daily lives.
We are proud to specialise in adapting CBT for neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD.
1st For CBT provides one-to-one therapy for adults and children, we adapt CBT to meet the unique needs of any individual that is seen in our clinic. Sessions will use simple but sophisticated approaches that will allow you or your child to learn lifelong skills to overcome some of the difficulties that can be experienced in our daily lives.
I have over 15 years experience in working with difficulties in anxiety and low mood including OCD, trauma, depression, low self esteem, generalised anxiety and panic. I prefer to work in a collaborative way, understanding the problem together and thinking about the best way to help support you with your difficulties. I provide a warm, safe space for you to discuss your difficulties openly and offer a non-judgemental stance that encourages an honest approach so we can achieve a resolution together. Using CBT or EMDR can help you to achieve your goals and together we can get you to where you want to be!
I have over 15 years experience in working with difficulties in anxiety and low mood including OCD, trauma, depression, low self esteem, generalised anxiety and panic. I prefer to work in a collaborative way, understanding the problem together and thinking about the best way to help support you with your difficulties. I provide a warm, safe space for you to discuss your difficulties openly and offer a non-judgemental stance that encourages an honest approach so we can achieve a resolution together. Using CBT or EMDR can help you to achieve your goals and together we can get you to where you want to be!
I have a vast range of experience in working with clients with varying presenting issues. I am empathic and caring and will support you in your journey. I was drawn to counselling from my own life experiences. One of the most important things I feel I can offer to you as a client is empathy. Previously I have volunteered with a grief charity as part of my journey to being the fully qualified counsellor I am now. This journey has taken me 8 years of academic study and volunteering in a variety of counselling agencies. I feel I am still on my own personal journey, which will never end in terms of learning.
I have a vast range of experience in working with clients with varying presenting issues. I am empathic and caring and will support you in your journey. I was drawn to counselling from my own life experiences. One of the most important things I feel I can offer to you as a client is empathy. Previously I have volunteered with a grief charity as part of my journey to being the fully qualified counsellor I am now. This journey has taken me 8 years of academic study and volunteering in a variety of counselling agencies. I feel I am still on my own personal journey, which will never end in terms of learning.
Are you scrolling, wondering when something will 'click'? Maybe every profile is starting to sound the same, and you're just hoping one will feel right.
I don't know exactly what brought you here, but I see you. I see you're reaching for something - understanding, relief, maybe just a bit of steadiness. And even if you're not sure what you need yet, that reaching matters. It's a beginning.
Are you scrolling, wondering when something will 'click'? Maybe every profile is starting to sound the same, and you're just hoping one will feel right.
I don't know exactly what brought you here, but I see you. I see you're reaching for something - understanding, relief, maybe just a bit of steadiness. And even if you're not sure what you need yet, that reaching matters. It's a beginning.
My ideal client would be somebody who realises that their issues are negatively impacting their day-to-day life & disrupting their relationship with the important people in their lives. They would need an empathetic listener who would be non-judgmental and appreciate & understand their essential needs in order to function in a healthy manner. The client's goal would be to work with the therapist to help value themselves, raise their self-esteem & self-confidence in order to change their train of thought from negative to positive. The client would ideally want to feel safe and secure within their own thoughts, feelings & behaviours.
My ideal client would be somebody who realises that their issues are negatively impacting their day-to-day life & disrupting their relationship with the important people in their lives. They would need an empathetic listener who would be non-judgmental and appreciate & understand their essential needs in order to function in a healthy manner. The client's goal would be to work with the therapist to help value themselves, raise their self-esteem & self-confidence in order to change their train of thought from negative to positive. The client would ideally want to feel safe and secure within their own thoughts, feelings & behaviours.
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
If now is the right time to talk about something that is troubling you, please contact me. It may be that you are struggling with feelings of anxiety and low mood. Perhaps you have experienced loss or trauma and need to talk about this or maybe you just need to make some changes in your life. I understand that this step is not always an easy one, but I will listen without judgement and offer a safe, supportive environment to enable you to talk freely. Talking together can help to clarify things and find a way through. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and life stages, from young adulthood through to later life.
If now is the right time to talk about something that is troubling you, please contact me. It may be that you are struggling with feelings of anxiety and low mood. Perhaps you have experienced loss or trauma and need to talk about this or maybe you just need to make some changes in your life. I understand that this step is not always an easy one, but I will listen without judgement and offer a safe, supportive environment to enable you to talk freely. Talking together can help to clarify things and find a way through. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and life stages, from young adulthood through to later life.
You might be struggling to understand your own feelings with what is going on for you at this moment.
You may be experiencing distress, anxiety, emotion about a situation or trying to manage a crisis or life changing event.
It may be that you feel lost, have low self esteem or depressed and are struggling to understand how or why you feel this way.
You might feel emotional, uncertain about a situation, person or relationship.
You may think that your emotional well-being is not what it ought to be or have something on your mind.
You might be struggling to understand your own feelings with what is going on for you at this moment.
You may be experiencing distress, anxiety, emotion about a situation or trying to manage a crisis or life changing event.
It may be that you feel lost, have low self esteem or depressed and are struggling to understand how or why you feel this way.
You might feel emotional, uncertain about a situation, person or relationship.
You may think that your emotional well-being is not what it ought to be or have something on your mind.
I am an experienced and accredited counsellor who feels passionately about the transformative change that can emerge from good quality therapeutic support and the positive impact it can have on one's life.
I work with adult clients experiencing a wide range of symptoms and difficulties. Some may find they are struggling to manage life and/or their emotions, and may experience feelings of overwhelm. Other clients come to therapy following an upsetting, difficult, or traumatic experience that has recently occurred, or that has happened in the past but continues to cause upset or unease in the here and now.
I am an experienced and accredited counsellor who feels passionately about the transformative change that can emerge from good quality therapeutic support and the positive impact it can have on one's life.
I work with adult clients experiencing a wide range of symptoms and difficulties. Some may find they are struggling to manage life and/or their emotions, and may experience feelings of overwhelm. Other clients come to therapy following an upsetting, difficult, or traumatic experience that has recently occurred, or that has happened in the past but continues to cause upset or unease in the here and now.
Do you struggle with anxiety? With depression? With low self-esteem? Feelings of overwhelm or stress? Do you feel unheard, misunderstood, or sometimes even invisible? Do you find yourself question who you are or why you feel a certain way? If you said yes to any of this, then it might be a sign that counselling is for you.
Do you struggle with anxiety? With depression? With low self-esteem? Feelings of overwhelm or stress? Do you feel unheard, misunderstood, or sometimes even invisible? Do you find yourself question who you are or why you feel a certain way? If you said yes to any of this, then it might be a sign that counselling is for you.
Life presents us with many challenges, and I'm here to support you through whatever you're facing. Through my experience, I've supported people through anxiety, depression, and various forms of addiction. I've supported those dealing with trauma, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also bring extensive experience in supporting those affected by domestic abuse, and working with neurodiverse clients. Whatever you're struggling with—whether it's something I've mentioned or not—please reach out for an initial conversation. Together we can explore whether I'm the right person to support you on your journey.
Life presents us with many challenges, and I'm here to support you through whatever you're facing. Through my experience, I've supported people through anxiety, depression, and various forms of addiction. I've supported those dealing with trauma, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also bring extensive experience in supporting those affected by domestic abuse, and working with neurodiverse clients. Whatever you're struggling with—whether it's something I've mentioned or not—please reach out for an initial conversation. Together we can explore whether I'm the right person to support you on your journey.
Are the everyday stresses of work, family or friends becoming more difficult to cope with? Are you finding yourself feeling more worried or anxious? Maybe there is something you want to talk about but are scared it might not make sense or wouldn't be understood by family or friends? I can offer you a confidential and safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. With a compassionate listening ear and an open mind, you can talk it through at your pace.
Are the everyday stresses of work, family or friends becoming more difficult to cope with? Are you finding yourself feeling more worried or anxious? Maybe there is something you want to talk about but are scared it might not make sense or wouldn't be understood by family or friends? I can offer you a confidential and safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. With a compassionate listening ear and an open mind, you can talk it through at your pace.
Are your thoughts, feelings or circumstances distressing you? Are they affecting your relationships, sleep or ability to function and enjoy everyday life? Life can often be unpredictable and challenging. Sadness, fatigue and a sense of something missing can be draining and overwhelming. How can counselling help? I'm a fully qualified Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I know Counselling offers a safe space to share your thoughts, feelings and circumstances. I listen deeply and you will feel heard. We can explore what you want to achieve from having counselling. I work with your goals and what you want to achieve in your sessions.
Are your thoughts, feelings or circumstances distressing you? Are they affecting your relationships, sleep or ability to function and enjoy everyday life? Life can often be unpredictable and challenging. Sadness, fatigue and a sense of something missing can be draining and overwhelming. How can counselling help? I'm a fully qualified Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I know Counselling offers a safe space to share your thoughts, feelings and circumstances. I listen deeply and you will feel heard. We can explore what you want to achieve from having counselling. I work with your goals and what you want to achieve in your sessions.
I had additional training in working with clients who have ADHD and Autism
Hi I’m Lucy, and I offer face to face and telephone sessions. I’m passionate about providing a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. As a counsellor, I believe in the power of connection and creating a safe environment to explore thoughts, feelings, and challenges. My approach is person-centred, meaning our sessions will be guided by your unique needs and experiences.
I had additional training in working with clients who have ADHD and Autism
Hi I’m Lucy, and I offer face to face and telephone sessions. I’m passionate about providing a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. As a counsellor, I believe in the power of connection and creating a safe environment to explore thoughts, feelings, and challenges. My approach is person-centred, meaning our sessions will be guided by your unique needs and experiences.
Hi, my name is Natalie and throughout my counselling journey I have worked alongside a range of clients from young to the elderly. I see each client as an individual with a unique story to tell. We have worked together on issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma, anger, low mood, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I am here to allow you to be heard in a non-judgemental safe space and can offer time to work through any and all difficulties that you may be facing. I believe my clients have their own inner resources that are yet to be revealed which allows you to focus on your healing process.
Hi, my name is Natalie and throughout my counselling journey I have worked alongside a range of clients from young to the elderly. I see each client as an individual with a unique story to tell. We have worked together on issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma, anger, low mood, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I am here to allow you to be heard in a non-judgemental safe space and can offer time to work through any and all difficulties that you may be facing. I believe my clients have their own inner resources that are yet to be revealed which allows you to focus on your healing process.
You deserve a peaceful life. I am here to listen and offer a nonjudgmental space for you to just be yourself and make the changes you deserve! I don't know what you are currently going through, but I know what it's like to feel at loss when things are difficult. I also know that you have an innate ability that can help you overcome life difficulties. Things may not go back to how they used to be, but they can evolve in ways that can be even better.
You deserve a peaceful life. I am here to listen and offer a nonjudgmental space for you to just be yourself and make the changes you deserve! I don't know what you are currently going through, but I know what it's like to feel at loss when things are difficult. I also know that you have an innate ability that can help you overcome life difficulties. Things may not go back to how they used to be, but they can evolve in ways that can be even better.
While working with a diverse range of people, I have received specialist training for working with students and adults with Autism, ADHD, Asperger's and challenging behaviour.
Having worked as the Mental Health Lead (SEMH and SEND) in a large Secondary school while counselling students, I have extensive knowledge of how issues relating to friendships, peer pressure, exam pressure, sexuality and other problems beyond school, affects students’ ability to learn.
While working with a diverse range of people, I have received specialist training for working with students and adults with Autism, ADHD, Asperger's and challenging behaviour.
Having worked as the Mental Health Lead (SEMH and SEND) in a large Secondary school while counselling students, I have extensive knowledge of how issues relating to friendships, peer pressure, exam pressure, sexuality and other problems beyond school, affects students’ ability to learn.
I have experience in counsel adults in a clinical setting who are feeling distressed, where mental health issues arise when a difficult circumstance of their lives happens. I have experience in working with clients who recovering from alcohol and substances addictions.
I have experience in counsel adults in a clinical setting who are feeling distressed, where mental health issues arise when a difficult circumstance of their lives happens. I have experience in working with clients who recovering from alcohol and substances addictions.
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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.