Autism Counselling in Waltham Abbey
I appreciate it may have taken a great deal of courage to arrive at my profile today and I extend a warm welcome to you. I understand and value highly the support that counselling provides, particularly at a time when it feels as though you are struggling alone with few options. Maybe you're feeling a bit lost, anxious, stressed, depressed or confused. Struggling with something and could use some support to help explore and resolve it? Are you ready to make some changes to improve the quality of your life? Let's take the journey together to find understanding, clarity and relief as you gain improvement to the quality of your life.
I appreciate it may have taken a great deal of courage to arrive at my profile today and I extend a warm welcome to you. I understand and value highly the support that counselling provides, particularly at a time when it feels as though you are struggling alone with few options. Maybe you're feeling a bit lost, anxious, stressed, depressed or confused. Struggling with something and could use some support to help explore and resolve it? Are you ready to make some changes to improve the quality of your life? Let's take the journey together to find understanding, clarity and relief as you gain improvement to the quality of your life.
As a qualified and experienced counsellor she is able to support with a range of issues including bereavement, depression anxiety, relationship difficulties and Autism.
Short or long-term counselling sessions are available and take place on a weekly basis. Louisa has specific training in supporting people with Asperger's, complicated grief and multiple bereavements, including pandemic loss. Louisa welcomes and values working with difference. She offers reduced fee to student and low income spaces.
As a qualified and experienced counsellor she is able to support with a range of issues including bereavement, depression anxiety, relationship difficulties and Autism.
Short or long-term counselling sessions are available and take place on a weekly basis. Louisa has specific training in supporting people with Asperger's, complicated grief and multiple bereavements, including pandemic loss. Louisa welcomes and values working with difference. She offers reduced fee to student and low income spaces.
We all have times in our life where we may need the support of our family and friends to help us get through. Sometimes though seeking professional support of a counsellor is beneficial to enable you to discuss and work through things you may feel unable to discuss with friends and family. I can work with you on a number of life problems in a way that suits your needs. I will help you become more in touch and aware of feelings, thoughts and barriers in your life. I believe that the counselling relationship is important and work in a way that is beneficial to helping you become more self-aware, authentic and able to move forward.
We all have times in our life where we may need the support of our family and friends to help us get through. Sometimes though seeking professional support of a counsellor is beneficial to enable you to discuss and work through things you may feel unable to discuss with friends and family. I can work with you on a number of life problems in a way that suits your needs. I will help you become more in touch and aware of feelings, thoughts and barriers in your life. I believe that the counselling relationship is important and work in a way that is beneficial to helping you become more self-aware, authentic and able to move forward.
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I often work with neurodivergent population, making therapy accessible and adapted to suit the individual needs of each client.
I have worked across child and adult mental health services for a few years now and I work integrationally to make sure that the type of therapy that you need is available to you. I have a lot of experience in working with neurodivergence and can adapt to each individuals requirements. I believe you are the expert in your life.
I often work with neurodivergent population, making therapy accessible and adapted to suit the individual needs of each client.
I have worked across child and adult mental health services for a few years now and I work integrationally to make sure that the type of therapy that you need is available to you. I have a lot of experience in working with neurodivergence and can adapt to each individuals requirements. I believe you are the expert in your life.
Being a later in life diagnosed Autistic/combined ADHD counsellor, I feel I can offer genuine empathy & understanding if you're overwhelmed, feel isolated or struggling with life - I've been there too.
Together, we'll work at your pace, to find your personal path towards growth & healing. I'll offer new perspectives & resources, to help improve your mental health & wellbeing. Most importantly, I'll always be fully present, listening to both what is said & not said, empathising with your feelings, whilst accepting each & every part of you without judgement.
Being a later in life diagnosed Autistic/combined ADHD counsellor, I feel I can offer genuine empathy & understanding if you're overwhelmed, feel isolated or struggling with life - I've been there too.
Together, we'll work at your pace, to find your personal path towards growth & healing. I'll offer new perspectives & resources, to help improve your mental health & wellbeing. Most importantly, I'll always be fully present, listening to both what is said & not said, empathising with your feelings, whilst accepting each & every part of you without judgement.
Do you find yourself constantly questioning your worth?
Are you stuck in patterns of self-doubt, overthinking, or struggling to feel good enough in relationships?
Does anxiety leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed?
You’re not alone. I know how heavy it can feel when you're trying to keep everything together on the outside while struggling on the inside. Whether it’s the quiet self-criticism that never seems to stop, the fear of not being liked, or the way emotions can spiral into unhealthy coping mechanisms like emotional eating or avoidance, I understand how exhausting this cycle can be.
Do you find yourself constantly questioning your worth?
Are you stuck in patterns of self-doubt, overthinking, or struggling to feel good enough in relationships?
Does anxiety leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed?
You’re not alone. I know how heavy it can feel when you're trying to keep everything together on the outside while struggling on the inside. Whether it’s the quiet self-criticism that never seems to stop, the fear of not being liked, or the way emotions can spiral into unhealthy coping mechanisms like emotional eating or avoidance, I understand how exhausting this cycle can be.
I also work in schools with children who are struggling mentally or with suspected autism/adhd.
I am an integrative counsellor offering talking therapy focused on you and your needs. Sometimes this will mean providing a safe place to openly discuss your concerns and difficulties without judgement and sometimes this will be providing solutions and guidance around practical elements to help overcome your concerns and difficulties, depending on what best suits your needs. I work with children, young people, adults and couples across a range of presenting issues.
I also work in schools with children who are struggling mentally or with suspected autism/adhd.
I am an integrative counsellor offering talking therapy focused on you and your needs. Sometimes this will mean providing a safe place to openly discuss your concerns and difficulties without judgement and sometimes this will be providing solutions and guidance around practical elements to help overcome your concerns and difficulties, depending on what best suits your needs. I work with children, young people, adults and couples across a range of presenting issues.
I think it's very brave to acknowledge when there are difficulties in your life and to embark on a journey of change. It is my privilege to accompany individuals on a therapeutic process which enables them to live a more meaningful life. Our journey together can sometimes be a brief stepping stone of goal focused support, or at other times the therapeutic process is longer term and more explorative. I am passionate about supporting neurodiverse individuals as well as individuals who have lived through adverse or traumatic life experiences. I welcome enquiries from all genders and sexualities.
I think it's very brave to acknowledge when there are difficulties in your life and to embark on a journey of change. It is my privilege to accompany individuals on a therapeutic process which enables them to live a more meaningful life. Our journey together can sometimes be a brief stepping stone of goal focused support, or at other times the therapeutic process is longer term and more explorative. I am passionate about supporting neurodiverse individuals as well as individuals who have lived through adverse or traumatic life experiences. I welcome enquiries from all genders and sexualities.
I help people manage and overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, autism and the lasting effects of trauma.
I listen with empathy, respect, and understanding, tailoring each session to your unique needs.
My aim is to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and develop healthier coping strategies for a more fulfilling life.
I help people manage and overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, autism and the lasting effects of trauma.
I listen with empathy, respect, and understanding, tailoring each session to your unique needs.
My aim is to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and develop healthier coping strategies for a more fulfilling life.
I am a Systemic and Gestalt counsellor and a registered member of the BACP and I aim to offer a safe and non-judgemental space for clients to explore their feelings. I work with adults and young people. Sometimes we all need help to cope with life's challenges. Therapy can provide the support and framework from which to begin gaining an understanding of yourself and your needs. Talking with a therapist can benefit us in many ways, including giving us a better understanding of our emotions. Therapy can also promote healthy coping mechanisms, improved relationships and achievement of goals.
I am a Systemic and Gestalt counsellor and a registered member of the BACP and I aim to offer a safe and non-judgemental space for clients to explore their feelings. I work with adults and young people. Sometimes we all need help to cope with life's challenges. Therapy can provide the support and framework from which to begin gaining an understanding of yourself and your needs. Talking with a therapist can benefit us in many ways, including giving us a better understanding of our emotions. Therapy can also promote healthy coping mechanisms, improved relationships and achievement of goals.
Anxiety & panic, depression, bereavement/loss, abuse, trauma, relationship/family difficulties, suicidal feelings, anger, OCD, adoption, as well as many other issues, including Autism/ASC & personality disorders.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
Anxiety & panic, depression, bereavement/loss, abuse, trauma, relationship/family difficulties, suicidal feelings, anger, OCD, adoption, as well as many other issues, including Autism/ASC & personality disorders.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
Are you navigating life with neurodivergence such as Autism and ADHD, exploring your gender identity, healing from trauma, managing addiction, or facing challenges like menopause and family estrangement?
I offer trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming therapy, specializing in ADHD and Autism, gender identity, addiction, and life transitions
Are you navigating life with neurodivergence such as Autism and ADHD, exploring your gender identity, healing from trauma, managing addiction, or facing challenges like menopause and family estrangement?
I offer trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming therapy, specializing in ADHD and Autism, gender identity, addiction, and life transitions
I have extensive experience working with individuals navigating their lived experience of ADHD, autism, cultural and racial identity, sexuality, gender identity, religion, marginalisation and the intersection of these experiences.
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, offering counselling to adults, online and face to face in Sutton, Surrey. I facilitate short term (6-12 sessions) and long term (open-ended) therapy. I believe in a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, taking into account all of our being - psychological, cultural, physical, social and spiritual. I work in a way that is gentle, warm and holding. I endeavour to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to talk through the experiences you are facing. I work collaboratively to ensure that you have the autonomy in deciding the content, pace and depth of our work.
I have extensive experience working with individuals navigating their lived experience of ADHD, autism, cultural and racial identity, sexuality, gender identity, religion, marginalisation and the intersection of these experiences.
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, offering counselling to adults, online and face to face in Sutton, Surrey. I facilitate short term (6-12 sessions) and long term (open-ended) therapy. I believe in a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, taking into account all of our being - psychological, cultural, physical, social and spiritual. I work in a way that is gentle, warm and holding. I endeavour to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to talk through the experiences you are facing. I work collaboratively to ensure that you have the autonomy in deciding the content, pace and depth of our work.
I run therapy clinic delivering adapted evidence based therapies for mental health difficulties associated with Autism.
I have over 23 years experience working in the field of mental health. I have extensive experience of working with adults on the autism spectrum, I am an experienced autism diagnostician and practitioner in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), behavioural interventions, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and mindfulness.
I run therapy clinic delivering adapted evidence based therapies for mental health difficulties associated with Autism.
I have over 23 years experience working in the field of mental health. I have extensive experience of working with adults on the autism spectrum, I am an experienced autism diagnostician and practitioner in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), behavioural interventions, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and mindfulness.
As a psychodynamic counsellor I am committed to providing a non-judgmental space to explore that what brings you to therapy. Working together to uncover what may be behind your anxiety, stress, mood swings or depression and bring understanding to personal coping strategies. I work with the pretext that past experiences profoundly shape the present and therefore by examining how your personal history intersects with your current life, we shine a light on the more neglected parts of the personality.
As a psychodynamic counsellor I am committed to providing a non-judgmental space to explore that what brings you to therapy. Working together to uncover what may be behind your anxiety, stress, mood swings or depression and bring understanding to personal coping strategies. I work with the pretext that past experiences profoundly shape the present and therefore by examining how your personal history intersects with your current life, we shine a light on the more neglected parts of the personality.
Most of my clients are either neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism) and/or LGBTQIA+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diverse) but I welcome all to my practice.
My expertise is in neurodivergence and gender, sexuality and relationship diversity but I also enjoy working with adults + children, young people and teenagers who are not those things.
I was raised catholic but left the church when I was a teenager to pursue a more authentic experience. I know the feeling of not belonging - happy to support you too.
Most of my clients are either neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism) and/or LGBTQIA+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diverse) but I welcome all to my practice.
My expertise is in neurodivergence and gender, sexuality and relationship diversity but I also enjoy working with adults + children, young people and teenagers who are not those things.
I was raised catholic but left the church when I was a teenager to pursue a more authentic experience. I know the feeling of not belonging - happy to support you too.
Are you questioning whether you are autistic, ADHD (or both) or grappling with a recent diagnosis?
By helping you understand how your experiences have brought you to this point in your life we can find a more fulfilling way for you to live. Since 2011, I have supported hundreds of clients to work through their difficulties and to lead more fulfilling lives. Identifying your problems is the first step in working through them.
Are you questioning whether you are autistic, ADHD (or both) or grappling with a recent diagnosis?
By helping you understand how your experiences have brought you to this point in your life we can find a more fulfilling way for you to live. Since 2011, I have supported hundreds of clients to work through their difficulties and to lead more fulfilling lives. Identifying your problems is the first step in working through them.
I am a neurodivergent therapist & I have significant experience supporting people, and adapting therapy, for people who are neurodivergent and I am very involved with the PEACE Pathway which was developed to support autistic individuals.
I am so glad you found your way here! My name is Cath & I am a neurodivergent therapist specialising in nuero-affirming & neuro-inclusive eating disorder recovery & body image healing. I also have lived experience recovering from my own eating disorder many moons ago & as I am also an embodied yoga & movement teacher & I use a creative & embodied approach as the vessel to facilitate a safe and brave space for people's healing journeys!
Whether it is your first time reaching out for support, or you have tried therapy before but have struggled to make changes, I will work with you to find your own unique path to healing.
I am a neurodivergent therapist & I have significant experience supporting people, and adapting therapy, for people who are neurodivergent and I am very involved with the PEACE Pathway which was developed to support autistic individuals.
I am so glad you found your way here! My name is Cath & I am a neurodivergent therapist specialising in nuero-affirming & neuro-inclusive eating disorder recovery & body image healing. I also have lived experience recovering from my own eating disorder many moons ago & as I am also an embodied yoga & movement teacher & I use a creative & embodied approach as the vessel to facilitate a safe and brave space for people's healing journeys!
Whether it is your first time reaching out for support, or you have tried therapy before but have struggled to make changes, I will work with you to find your own unique path to healing.
LAPIS serves people with disabilities, carers and NHS workers/ healthworkers. LAPIS addresses the disadvantage in accessing therapy so people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and life-changing physical health issues as well as those with learning disorders such as ASD and ADHD can address mental health issues. We do this by making available an accessible service that offers specialist Counselling and Psychotherapy as a low cost service that we strive to make available to all.
LAPIS serves people with disabilities, carers and NHS workers/ healthworkers. LAPIS addresses the disadvantage in accessing therapy so people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and life-changing physical health issues as well as those with learning disorders such as ASD and ADHD can address mental health issues. We do this by making available an accessible service that offers specialist Counselling and Psychotherapy as a low cost service that we strive to make available to all.
I work mostly with autistic and ADHD adults and people who think they may be neurodivergent.
My approach to therapy is person-centred, which means I believe that you know best what's right for you, not me. I'm there to be accepting, curious and safe, and to help you find your own answers. I've found this works especially well for neurodivergent people.
I work mostly with autistic and ADHD adults and people who think they may be neurodivergent.
My approach to therapy is person-centred, which means I believe that you know best what's right for you, not me. I'm there to be accepting, curious and safe, and to help you find your own answers. I've found this works especially well for neurodivergent people.
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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.