Autism Counselling in Warminster

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Emma P Ramarge
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I support trauma-affected and neurodivergent adults and teens ( Autism, ADHD, OCD) who feel anxious, disconnected, or pushed beyond their capacity.
I specialise in trauma, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, dissociation and grief. My approach is gentle and body-based, helping you work with your nervous system, not just your thoughts. We go at your pace, building safety and trust so things feel manageable rather than overwhelming, not rushed or pushed.
I support trauma-affected and neurodivergent adults and teens ( Autism, ADHD, OCD) who feel anxious, disconnected, or pushed beyond their capacity.
I specialise in trauma, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, dissociation and grief. My approach is gentle and body-based, helping you work with your nervous system, not just your thoughts. We go at your pace, building safety and trust so things feel manageable rather than overwhelming, not rushed or pushed.
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Dr Jennifer Turner
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Are you autistic or wondering if you might be?
Perhaps you want to explore your own experience or want your child to be happy, confident and successful. You want someone to help you with effective and proven strategies that work. I have many years experience of working with autistic adults, young people and their families and I can also help you.
Are you autistic or wondering if you might be?
Perhaps you want to explore your own experience or want your child to be happy, confident and successful. You want someone to help you with effective and proven strategies that work. I have many years experience of working with autistic adults, young people and their families and I can also help you.
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Amy Boyce
Counsellor, MSc
1 Endorsed
I work with children aged 3 years to 12 years and use Play as the child's mode of communication. I use the Child Centred approach, I am qualified and registered with BAPT so adhere to their guidelines and have experience of working with children who have experienced traumas. I have an in-depth knowledge of child development and have been working with women and children who have experienced domestic abuse for ten years. I am passionate about play therapy, giving children the space and using my skills to support them through difficult feelings. Play Therapy is an evidence based model with positive outcomes for children.
I work with children aged 3 years to 12 years and use Play as the child's mode of communication. I use the Child Centred approach, I am qualified and registered with BAPT so adhere to their guidelines and have experience of working with children who have experienced traumas. I have an in-depth knowledge of child development and have been working with women and children who have experienced domestic abuse for ten years. I am passionate about play therapy, giving children the space and using my skills to support them through difficult feelings. Play Therapy is an evidence based model with positive outcomes for children.
020 4572 1528 View 020 4572 1528
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Dr Veronica Roberts
Psychologist, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Online Only
My aims as an Educational Psychologist and Parent Coach are to ensure that every child feels accepted and understood for who they are, and that their parents and teachers feel confident in how to support them so that positive steps of progress are made towards a life that is thriving, not just surviving. If you are worried about your child's well-being, behaviour, learning, school experience or your relationship with them, I can help. I have over 20 years experience working with children, their families and educators in a variety of roles, as well as personal experience of being an SEN parent myself.
My aims as an Educational Psychologist and Parent Coach are to ensure that every child feels accepted and understood for who they are, and that their parents and teachers feel confident in how to support them so that positive steps of progress are made towards a life that is thriving, not just surviving. If you are worried about your child's well-being, behaviour, learning, school experience or your relationship with them, I can help. I have over 20 years experience working with children, their families and educators in a variety of roles, as well as personal experience of being an SEN parent myself.
01373 486575 View 01373 486575
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Women's Time Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I also offer specialist counselling for neurodivergent women, both those with a diagnosis of autism, ADHD etc as well as self diagnosed.
I am an accredited Integrative Counsellor who supports women through life with the wide range of issues women encounter, such as mental wellbeing, relationships, neurodiversity, cultural responsibilities, trauma and loss. I also support women with self-esteem, confidence, making a meaningful life and personal growth. I help you to feel safe, understood and supported, to help you make sense of what has happened, find ways to cope, look at choices, help you feel more in control and less overwhelmed, help you feel more connected with yourself, and live more positively.
I also offer specialist counselling for neurodivergent women, both those with a diagnosis of autism, ADHD etc as well as self diagnosed.
I am an accredited Integrative Counsellor who supports women through life with the wide range of issues women encounter, such as mental wellbeing, relationships, neurodiversity, cultural responsibilities, trauma and loss. I also support women with self-esteem, confidence, making a meaningful life and personal growth. I help you to feel safe, understood and supported, to help you make sense of what has happened, find ways to cope, look at choices, help you feel more in control and less overwhelmed, help you feel more connected with yourself, and live more positively.
07422 942599 View 07422 942599
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Wessex Counselling and Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Our counselling offers help in addressing the difficult areas of your life. This might involve loss and grief, relationship troubles or problems at work. Equally, there are times when the cause is not clear but you still feel something is wrong. Colleagues, family and friends can be a great source of support but it's not always easy to confide in those closest to you. At times like these, talking to someone who is not personally involved can make a difference. A professional counsellor will listen to you without making judgments and can help you find new resources within yourself.
Our counselling offers help in addressing the difficult areas of your life. This might involve loss and grief, relationship troubles or problems at work. Equally, there are times when the cause is not clear but you still feel something is wrong. Colleagues, family and friends can be a great source of support but it's not always easy to confide in those closest to you. At times like these, talking to someone who is not personally involved can make a difference. A professional counsellor will listen to you without making judgments and can help you find new resources within yourself.
01373 800048 View 01373 800048
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Emergence Counselling
Counsellor, ACC Reg
Serves Area
What do you need? It is sometimes helpful to ask yourself - "What are my main goals as I go for counselling? What is important to me right now? How would I like to change?" Often all someone needs is some quality time and space to be able to be themselves, and be heard - not feeling judged no matter what they say, and feel some compassion from somebody who cares. In the busy and sometimes harsh world in which we live, I provide that space for you to come as you are, work with your expressed goals, rediscover a new way forward, and deal with the problems you are experiencing. Often people find a positive change in this scenario.
What do you need? It is sometimes helpful to ask yourself - "What are my main goals as I go for counselling? What is important to me right now? How would I like to change?" Often all someone needs is some quality time and space to be able to be themselves, and be heard - not feeling judged no matter what they say, and feel some compassion from somebody who cares. In the busy and sometimes harsh world in which we live, I provide that space for you to come as you are, work with your expressed goals, rediscover a new way forward, and deal with the problems you are experiencing. Often people find a positive change in this scenario.
01225 530248 View 01225 530248
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Dr James Kiff
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Serves Area
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together with you, we create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together with you, we create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
01373 482303 View 01373 482303
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Tracey Karyn Jones
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Tracey and I am a psychotherapist (MA)  and counsellor (dip).   I work with both adults and children.  I work online, and by telephone or in person at a private practice in Bratton, Wiltshire.  I am experienced working with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression and common relationship problems. I also have ten years experience of working with clients who have diagnosed or suspected neurodiversity, helping them to come to terms with 'difference' and it's affects, both societally, personally and emotionally.
Hi, I'm Tracey and I am a psychotherapist (MA)  and counsellor (dip).   I work with both adults and children.  I work online, and by telephone or in person at a private practice in Bratton, Wiltshire.  I am experienced working with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression and common relationship problems. I also have ten years experience of working with clients who have diagnosed or suspected neurodiversity, helping them to come to terms with 'difference' and it's affects, both societally, personally and emotionally.
01985 802985 View 01985 802985
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Tracey Jane
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our early life experiences may impact on the way we form relationships; struggling to connect with others, and we may even struggle to feel a connection with ourselves. Trauma at a young age, may be the cause of that disconnect. Sometimes leading to the same issues or patterns of behaviour coming up over and over again. Our work will involve engaging with your experiences in a compassionate and curious way. Giving you the space you need to make sense of and begin to understand your lived experience.
Our early life experiences may impact on the way we form relationships; struggling to connect with others, and we may even struggle to feel a connection with ourselves. Trauma at a young age, may be the cause of that disconnect. Sometimes leading to the same issues or patterns of behaviour coming up over and over again. Our work will involve engaging with your experiences in a compassionate and curious way. Giving you the space you need to make sense of and begin to understand your lived experience.
01292 433910 View 01292 433910

More Therapists Nearby

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Sara Bailey
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I have experience working with ADHD, autism, OCD, grief, and trauma.
Every so often life throws things at us that we struggle to deal with or understand. This can be anything from the loss of a loved one to break down in relationship with family members to receiving a life changing diagnosis. It can be because of these things that we begin to question things in our everyday life and who we are. Having suffered a grief which ultimately changed the course of my life, experienced breakdowns in relationships, supported my own child through an ADHD diagnosis and not understanding how my past had affected me I understand how it feels to go through these struggles.
I have experience working with ADHD, autism, OCD, grief, and trauma.
Every so often life throws things at us that we struggle to deal with or understand. This can be anything from the loss of a loved one to break down in relationship with family members to receiving a life changing diagnosis. It can be because of these things that we begin to question things in our everyday life and who we are. Having suffered a grief which ultimately changed the course of my life, experienced breakdowns in relationships, supported my own child through an ADHD diagnosis and not understanding how my past had affected me I understand how it feels to go through these struggles.
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Katie Norsworthy
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I often work with people who have experienced trauma, and also work with autistic individuals, using a range of adaptations to therapy.
My approach is integrative, which means I use different techniques and approaches to best suit the person in front of me. I sit on a person centered basis, and use a lot of psychodynamic work to explore the root of what's causing difficulties, and how your life experiences have impacted your present. I bring in other techniques such as CBT when useful.
I often work with people who have experienced trauma, and also work with autistic individuals, using a range of adaptations to therapy.
My approach is integrative, which means I use different techniques and approaches to best suit the person in front of me. I sit on a person centered basis, and use a lot of psychodynamic work to explore the root of what's causing difficulties, and how your life experiences have impacted your present. I bring in other techniques such as CBT when useful.
01934 314985 View 01934 314985
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Cat Taylor-Harrison
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I also bring over 20 years of experience working with neurodivergent individuals, specialising in ADHD and autism coaching (both pre and post diagnosis).
Hi, I’m Cat, a registered therapist with over 15-years of experience supporting people to un-hook from the difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are holding them back so they can live the life they want. Perhaps you've lost your way. You feel scared, stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety and self-doubt. Everyone around you says you have so much to offer, but you’ve lost that spark of belief and don’t know how to pull yourself out of this rut. You might have tried other therapists before, but find that nothing out there seems quite right. Well, with a solution-focused approach akin to life coaching, that's where I come in!
I also bring over 20 years of experience working with neurodivergent individuals, specialising in ADHD and autism coaching (both pre and post diagnosis).
Hi, I’m Cat, a registered therapist with over 15-years of experience supporting people to un-hook from the difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are holding them back so they can live the life they want. Perhaps you've lost your way. You feel scared, stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety and self-doubt. Everyone around you says you have so much to offer, but you’ve lost that spark of belief and don’t know how to pull yourself out of this rut. You might have tried other therapists before, but find that nothing out there seems quite right. Well, with a solution-focused approach akin to life coaching, that's where I come in!
0117 463 4772 View 0117 463 4772
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Tom Noble
Counsellor, BACP
Bristol BS8
I am a therapist living with a diagnosed neurodiversity, and I’ve dedicated my practice to supporting other people in the neurodiverse ( Autistic/ADHD) community.
Neurodiversity brings unique strengths, but it also difficulties. Are you experiencing a heightened sensory experience, struggles with change, and the pressure of external expectations making life exhausting. As someone who shares many of the same experiences, I bring empathy into every session. My goal is to help you feel supported, valued, and empowered.
I am a therapist living with a diagnosed neurodiversity, and I’ve dedicated my practice to supporting other people in the neurodiverse ( Autistic/ADHD) community.
Neurodiversity brings unique strengths, but it also difficulties. Are you experiencing a heightened sensory experience, struggles with change, and the pressure of external expectations making life exhausting. As someone who shares many of the same experiences, I bring empathy into every session. My goal is to help you feel supported, valued, and empowered.
01275 402961 View 01275 402961
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Counselling with Carrie
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Swindon SN2
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!
01793 540871 View 01793 540871
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VIVA Therapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
We’re VIVA, a friendly team of experienced, fully qualified therapists and we specialise in helping neurodivergent adults and couples.
Couples Therapy – Our couples therapists are fully qualified and very experienced. We help couples where one or both partners are neurodivergent. We understand that feeling of frustration when it seems like you and your partner are just not on the same page. We help couples to find new, much clearer, and kinder ways to communicate with each other.
We’re VIVA, a friendly team of experienced, fully qualified therapists and we specialise in helping neurodivergent adults and couples.
Couples Therapy – Our couples therapists are fully qualified and very experienced. We help couples where one or both partners are neurodivergent. We understand that feeling of frustration when it seems like you and your partner are just not on the same page. We help couples to find new, much clearer, and kinder ways to communicate with each other.
01223 912494 View 01223 912494
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Jack Mason-Goodall
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS1
You deserve a welcoming space where you feel heard, understood and valued. I am here to offer caring and supportive therapy, where you can explore your challenges and work towards building a life grounded in self-compassion and understanding. There are times in all of our lives when a little extra support can make a world of difference. Whether you're facing the pain of a loss or breakup, trying to untangle patterns of anxiety or isolation, or simply craving a safe space to be heard and understood, you deserve a companion on this journey.
You deserve a welcoming space where you feel heard, understood and valued. I am here to offer caring and supportive therapy, where you can explore your challenges and work towards building a life grounded in self-compassion and understanding. There are times in all of our lives when a little extra support can make a world of difference. Whether you're facing the pain of a loss or breakup, trying to untangle patterns of anxiety or isolation, or simply craving a safe space to be heard and understood, you deserve a companion on this journey.
0117 463 7954 View 0117 463 7954
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Ana Garcia
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
5 Endorsed
Bristol BS31
This may include struggling with waiting lists for support or guidance around Autism and/or ADHD?
I deliver CBT, which can be for yourself, your family or your child, as I have a specialism in working with children and their families. This includes offering consultations to parents seeking advice and support for a range of topics. I also bring in other approaches (DBT, trauma and attachment) alongside experiences of fostering and adoption
This may include struggling with waiting lists for support or guidance around Autism and/or ADHD?
I deliver CBT, which can be for yourself, your family or your child, as I have a specialism in working with children and their families. This includes offering consultations to parents seeking advice and support for a range of topics. I also bring in other approaches (DBT, trauma and attachment) alongside experiences of fostering and adoption
01225 258839 View 01225 258839
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Tayler Remi
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
If you’re neurodivergent or living with trauma, it’s no surprise those didn’t stick; survival mode needs more than a strategy.
I’m often described as grounded, honest, and kind. I pay attention to the parts that don’t always have words, and I work relationally and creatively, with lived experience of neurodivergence and a strong trauma-informed lens. You don’t have to be put together; come as you are, whether shut down, scattered, hopeful, hesitant, or just figuring it out.
If you’re neurodivergent or living with trauma, it’s no surprise those didn’t stick; survival mode needs more than a strategy.
I’m often described as grounded, honest, and kind. I pay attention to the parts that don’t always have words, and I work relationally and creatively, with lived experience of neurodivergence and a strong trauma-informed lens. You don’t have to be put together; come as you are, whether shut down, scattered, hopeful, hesitant, or just figuring it out.
0161 524 9096 View 0161 524 9096
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Jamie de Carvalho
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Bristol BS3
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.
01454 803488 View 01454 803488
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.