Autism Counselling in Wallasey

Brooke Hawthorne
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a queer, transgender, and AuDHD integrative therapist. I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender, sexuality, identity, neurodiversity, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost. I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
I am a queer, transgender, and AuDHD integrative therapist. I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender, sexuality, identity, neurodiversity, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost. I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
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Emma C Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with children and adults alike, I have a specialism in working with children with Autism but I accept referrals from anybody who is looking for support.
I offer a neuro-affirmative, person centred intervention. This is a non-directive approach that means that you will be able to share at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I will support you in your own self-discovery, in a non-judgemental space. I am also trained in creative methods, this is something we can explore if appropriate to your needs.
I work with children and adults alike, I have a specialism in working with children with Autism but I accept referrals from anybody who is looking for support.
I offer a neuro-affirmative, person centred intervention. This is a non-directive approach that means that you will be able to share at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I will support you in your own self-discovery, in a non-judgemental space. I am also trained in creative methods, this is something we can explore if appropriate to your needs.
0151 453 4519 View 0151 453 4519
Lucy Hanson
Counsellor, PhD, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a trauma informed Person-Centred counsellor who can work with young people and adults. You may want a space to explore difficult challenges or a chance to reflect on some matters from the past. You may also be looking for support for your child. I also work with young people and adults with neuro-diversity. I offer a warm, accepting, safe space to explore issues and look at your individual experiences.
I am a trauma informed Person-Centred counsellor who can work with young people and adults. You may want a space to explore difficult challenges or a chance to reflect on some matters from the past. You may also be looking for support for your child. I also work with young people and adults with neuro-diversity. I offer a warm, accepting, safe space to explore issues and look at your individual experiences.
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Bayswater Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Wallasey CH45
Gillian’s approach is extremely client focused whilst promoting integrative counselling including CBT, tailored to suit the individual needs of her clients. She offers a professional and confidential space where clients can explore and understand their experiences and the root to their problems, helping them to process difficult and strong emotions whilst assisting them to break the cycle of negative thinking and subsequent behaviors. Gillian collaboratively works with her clients to facilitate personal growth which encourages her clients to feel more positive about themselves enabling them to live a fuller and happier life.
Gillian’s approach is extremely client focused whilst promoting integrative counselling including CBT, tailored to suit the individual needs of her clients. She offers a professional and confidential space where clients can explore and understand their experiences and the root to their problems, helping them to process difficult and strong emotions whilst assisting them to break the cycle of negative thinking and subsequent behaviors. Gillian collaboratively works with her clients to facilitate personal growth which encourages her clients to feel more positive about themselves enabling them to live a fuller and happier life.
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Karen Keith Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Wallasey CH44
I have extensive experience of working with clients with ADHD and autism.
I'm an empathetic and trauma-informed integrative counsellor who offers a safe, non-judgemental space for individuals feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, stuck in patterns they cannot seem to move beyond, or struggling with persistent unhappiness and anxiety. Sessions are built on trust, compassion, and collaboration. Supporting clients to find clarity and regain a sense of control. Together we will explore and find solutions to help you move through the internal and external challenges that brings you to counselling which in turn builds self-worth and belief.
I have extensive experience of working with clients with ADHD and autism.
I'm an empathetic and trauma-informed integrative counsellor who offers a safe, non-judgemental space for individuals feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, stuck in patterns they cannot seem to move beyond, or struggling with persistent unhappiness and anxiety. Sessions are built on trust, compassion, and collaboration. Supporting clients to find clarity and regain a sense of control. Together we will explore and find solutions to help you move through the internal and external challenges that brings you to counselling which in turn builds self-worth and belief.
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Louise Bennett
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Wallasey CH44
I have completed specialist training in online and telephone counselling, as well as working therapeutically with autistic clients.
You may appear to be coping with work, relationships, and daily life, yet inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. You might be living with anxiety, burnout, low self-esteem, or a sense of being stuck, often after years of putting others first. You may be looking for a space where you do not have to perform or be ‘fixed’, but can feel truly heard and understood. Your goal may be to feel calmer, more grounded, and more confident, with greater self-trust, clearer boundaries, and a stronger connection to who you are.
I have completed specialist training in online and telephone counselling, as well as working therapeutically with autistic clients.
You may appear to be coping with work, relationships, and daily life, yet inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. You might be living with anxiety, burnout, low self-esteem, or a sense of being stuck, often after years of putting others first. You may be looking for a space where you do not have to perform or be ‘fixed’, but can feel truly heard and understood. Your goal may be to feel calmer, more grounded, and more confident, with greater self-trust, clearer boundaries, and a stronger connection to who you are.
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Jayne Cecchini
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Wallasey CH45
Hi, I'm Jayne. I'm a Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist based on the Wirral. I work with adults and young people who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious or disconnected from themselves. Young people often come to therapy struggling with friendships, school pressures, identity, confidence or managing emotions, while adults may be navigating stress, relationships, loss or life transitions. Drawing on over 10 years' experience supporting children, young people and adults, I offer an approach that helps you make sense of your experiences, build on your strengths and move forward with greater clarity, confidence and self-trust.
Hi, I'm Jayne. I'm a Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist based on the Wirral. I work with adults and young people who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious or disconnected from themselves. Young people often come to therapy struggling with friendships, school pressures, identity, confidence or managing emotions, while adults may be navigating stress, relationships, loss or life transitions. Drawing on over 10 years' experience supporting children, young people and adults, I offer an approach that helps you make sense of your experiences, build on your strengths and move forward with greater clarity, confidence and self-trust.
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Darran Bellis
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Coming to counselling/therapy can be extremely tough, whatever the reason for you to come to therapy/counselling we can work through and work you to your goals/targets.
Coming to counselling/therapy can be extremely tough, whatever the reason for you to come to therapy/counselling we can work through and work you to your goals/targets.
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Katie Keane
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
Wallasey CH45
Waitlist for new clients
  I offer therapy for trauma and anxiety, along with extensive experience of working with clients with ADHD and Autism.
My work with adults focuses on increasing emotional regulation, addressing trauma-related and anxiety-based symptoms and providing people with the tools and support they need to navigate their personal healing journey. For my neurodivergent clients, I also offer practical strategies for supporting your needs and responses alongside my therapeutic practice.
  I offer therapy for trauma and anxiety, along with extensive experience of working with clients with ADHD and Autism.
My work with adults focuses on increasing emotional regulation, addressing trauma-related and anxiety-based symptoms and providing people with the tools and support they need to navigate their personal healing journey. For my neurodivergent clients, I also offer practical strategies for supporting your needs and responses alongside my therapeutic practice.
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Katie Waine
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Wallasey CH44
I also support neurodivergent clients and have a specialist interest in working with those affected by sight loss.
I draw on person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT approaches, tailoring therapy to each individual. I aim to offer a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can explore things at your own pace.
I also support neurodivergent clients and have a specialist interest in working with those affected by sight loss.
I draw on person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT approaches, tailoring therapy to each individual. I aim to offer a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can explore things at your own pace.
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Beautiful Minds Talking Therapy Services
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Beautiful Minds Talking Therapy Service has been providing counselling for many years. I understand that taking the first step can be scary and overwhelming. But if you can find the courage to take that first step, it can be life changing. Let me help you explore, understand, and unpick the things that are causing your difficulties in your life. I will help you to take back control of your life and take action to find solutions and resolutions that will empower you. I will help you gain a better understanding of your difficulties and develop your knowledge and awareness of your internal constructs. let me help you.
Beautiful Minds Talking Therapy Service has been providing counselling for many years. I understand that taking the first step can be scary and overwhelming. But if you can find the courage to take that first step, it can be life changing. Let me help you explore, understand, and unpick the things that are causing your difficulties in your life. I will help you to take back control of your life and take action to find solutions and resolutions that will empower you. I will help you gain a better understanding of your difficulties and develop your knowledge and awareness of your internal constructs. let me help you.
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Jen Shaw @ Perseverance Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello my name is Jen and I am a fully qualified counsellor. I have lots of experience working with neurodiverse adults, young people and children so find it easy to adapt my style to suit my clients needs. I have a genuine passion for the work I do, as i enjoy helping people feel better about themselves.
Hello my name is Jen and I am a fully qualified counsellor. I have lots of experience working with neurodiverse adults, young people and children so find it easy to adapt my style to suit my clients needs. I have a genuine passion for the work I do, as i enjoy helping people feel better about themselves.
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Katy Leatherbarrow
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I have experience with a diverse range of clients including grief, loss, narcissistic and emotional abuse, relationship breakdowns, stress, anxiety, depression, menopause, men issues, Autism, ADHD and LGBTQIA+ .
You are the expert of your own life. My role is not to fix you. I can work alongside you whilst navigating change or simply just listen so you feel cared for and accepted as your authentic self. My work is trauma-informed meaning I hold a gentle awareness of how life experiences can shape patterns, emotions, and how we move through the world.
I have experience with a diverse range of clients including grief, loss, narcissistic and emotional abuse, relationship breakdowns, stress, anxiety, depression, menopause, men issues, Autism, ADHD and LGBTQIA+ .
You are the expert of your own life. My role is not to fix you. I can work alongside you whilst navigating change or simply just listen so you feel cared for and accepted as your authentic self. My work is trauma-informed meaning I hold a gentle awareness of how life experiences can shape patterns, emotions, and how we move through the world.
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Catherine Ryan
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a qualified Person Centred therapist supporting adults and young people over 18 who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health. I hold a psychology degree and specialise in neurodiversity and anxiety. I work flexibly offering face to face, online, and telephone appointments, creating a confidential space for you to allow yourself to put your trust in me, so that I can support you to explore and work through issues that are impacting on your mental health. I undertake counselling for two Women’s charities based in Merseyside and practice therapeutic work alongside my other work in teaching.
I am a qualified Person Centred therapist supporting adults and young people over 18 who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health. I hold a psychology degree and specialise in neurodiversity and anxiety. I work flexibly offering face to face, online, and telephone appointments, creating a confidential space for you to allow yourself to put your trust in me, so that I can support you to explore and work through issues that are impacting on your mental health. I undertake counselling for two Women’s charities based in Merseyside and practice therapeutic work alongside my other work in teaching.
01704 337906 View 01704 337906
Louise Johnstone
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Welcome to my profile! I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of NHS experience, working across a range of settings with individuals experiencing many different forms of distress. Rather than focusing solely on diagnoses or labels, I support you in developing a meaningful understanding of your life story and the challenges that may be impacting your well-being. Together, we’ll work to overcome these obstacles and empower you to experiment with new ways of being—helping you move toward greater confidence, balance, and fulfilment.
Welcome to my profile! I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of NHS experience, working across a range of settings with individuals experiencing many different forms of distress. Rather than focusing solely on diagnoses or labels, I support you in developing a meaningful understanding of your life story and the challenges that may be impacting your well-being. Together, we’ll work to overcome these obstacles and empower you to experiment with new ways of being—helping you move toward greater confidence, balance, and fulfilment.
01923 311527 View 01923 311527
Eliot Keirl
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I have experience working with a wide variety of people, I’m particularly familiar with autism and neurodiversity, and I work with all kinds of issues including depression and anxiety, as well as those vague feelings of just not being what you ought to be.
Person-Centred Therapy emphasises recognising you (the client) as an equal and an expert on yourself. The therapist or counsellor is not some superior authority, but a curious, honest, empathic, non-judgemental partner who believes everyone has a natural tendency towards their own version of personal growth - at some level you know best what you need.
I have experience working with a wide variety of people, I’m particularly familiar with autism and neurodiversity, and I work with all kinds of issues including depression and anxiety, as well as those vague feelings of just not being what you ought to be.
Person-Centred Therapy emphasises recognising you (the client) as an equal and an expert on yourself. The therapist or counsellor is not some superior authority, but a curious, honest, empathic, non-judgemental partner who believes everyone has a natural tendency towards their own version of personal growth - at some level you know best what you need.
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EG Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
My practice centres around supporting individuals to to create long term psychological and behavioural change. As your therapist, the foundation of our work together has to come from a therapeutic relationship of trust and collaboration. Our work is about looking at what causes you distress and finding the most effective way forward which suites you as an individual. If you would like a space to explore and reflect or practical strategies to suit you and fit your lifestyle, this is something I am passionate about and have supported many in accessing.
My practice centres around supporting individuals to to create long term psychological and behavioural change. As your therapist, the foundation of our work together has to come from a therapeutic relationship of trust and collaboration. Our work is about looking at what causes you distress and finding the most effective way forward which suites you as an individual. If you would like a space to explore and reflect or practical strategies to suit you and fit your lifestyle, this is something I am passionate about and have supported many in accessing.
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Lucy Prokic
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I also work a lot with people who identify as neurodivergent.
Life can be hard, right? Do you feel like you're struggling to cope with the day to day, like you don't feel like yourself? Maybe you've experienced trauma and need a safe place to work through that, or are you experiencing mental health difficulties for the first time such as anxiety or depression? Well, these are some of the many things that therapy can help with.
I also work a lot with people who identify as neurodivergent.
Life can be hard, right? Do you feel like you're struggling to cope with the day to day, like you don't feel like yourself? Maybe you've experienced trauma and need a safe place to work through that, or are you experiencing mental health difficulties for the first time such as anxiety or depression? Well, these are some of the many things that therapy can help with.
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Guy Rands
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Most are neurodivergent adults exhausted by having to explain themselves.
I'm a BACP-registered psychotherapist with a background in molecular biology and 25 years working with people navigating hard things. I offer psychotherapy, diagnosis support, coaching and advocacy, all of it shaped around how you think. I bring neuroscientific credibility and relational warmth to the same room.
Most are neurodivergent adults exhausted by having to explain themselves.
I'm a BACP-registered psychotherapist with a background in molecular biology and 25 years working with people navigating hard things. I offer psychotherapy, diagnosis support, coaching and advocacy, all of it shaped around how you think. I bring neuroscientific credibility and relational warmth to the same room.
0161 524 9652 View 0161 524 9652
Debra Kurs
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ clients, and those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficult childhood experiences, supporting resilience and self-understanding.
Therapy is always a collaborative process. I work relationally and pluralistically, meaning we build a trusting relationship and work together to identify goals that feel meaningful and realistic. I support clients to explore their experiences safely, develop greater self-understanding, and build confidence in managing emotions and relationships. My role is to listen carefully, adapt to each person’s needs, and offer a steady, compassionate space where change can happen gradually. Progress often begins with feeling understood and continues through developing new insight, resilience, and self-acceptance.
I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ clients, and those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficult childhood experiences, supporting resilience and self-understanding.
Therapy is always a collaborative process. I work relationally and pluralistically, meaning we build a trusting relationship and work together to identify goals that feel meaningful and realistic. I support clients to explore their experiences safely, develop greater self-understanding, and build confidence in managing emotions and relationships. My role is to listen carefully, adapt to each person’s needs, and offer a steady, compassionate space where change can happen gradually. Progress often begins with feeling understood and continues through developing new insight, resilience, and self-acceptance.
01777 809413 View 01777 809413
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.