Autism Counselling in Waterlooville

Marble White Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Do you wish to feel empowered and be in an environment that promotes equality, acceptance and values you positively as a person? Marble White Counselling offers a professional service working with Adults, Couples, Families, Young People and Children. Due to age limits on video platforms, face-to-face appointments or home visits in the Waterlooville/Cosham areas are required for children under 13. I am empathic, non-judgmental and genuine. I will support you through your journey by being alongside you and listen attentively in order to understand and hear your experience.
Do you wish to feel empowered and be in an environment that promotes equality, acceptance and values you positively as a person? Marble White Counselling offers a professional service working with Adults, Couples, Families, Young People and Children. Due to age limits on video platforms, face-to-face appointments or home visits in the Waterlooville/Cosham areas are required for children under 13. I am empathic, non-judgmental and genuine. I will support you through your journey by being alongside you and listen attentively in order to understand and hear your experience.
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David Billington
Counsellor, MBACP
Everyone experiences challenges and sometimes we need additional support to navigate and overcome them. As a trained psychotherapist, I offer a professional and skilled approach to addressing these challenges through a process of self-exploration and discovery within the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to help you explore and understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to promote healing and growth.
Everyone experiences challenges and sometimes we need additional support to navigate and overcome them. As a trained psychotherapist, I offer a professional and skilled approach to addressing these challenges through a process of self-exploration and discovery within the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to help you explore and understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to promote healing and growth.
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If you are at a crossroads or struggling with your mental health and know that you need to make a change. I can help. Some of the key areas I work in are:- Depression Loss & Bereavement Stress & Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma/PTSD Emotional Eating/Eating Disorders & Weight Loss, Abuse, Addictions, Work/life balance, Senior Executive Coaching. I combine psychodynamic counselling, clinical hypnotherapy, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Senior Executive Coaching & Mentoring, Mindfulness and Relaxation techniques to help clients who are experiencing emotional distress and want to make positive change in their life
If you are at a crossroads or struggling with your mental health and know that you need to make a change. I can help. Some of the key areas I work in are:- Depression Loss & Bereavement Stress & Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma/PTSD Emotional Eating/Eating Disorders & Weight Loss, Abuse, Addictions, Work/life balance, Senior Executive Coaching. I combine psychodynamic counselling, clinical hypnotherapy, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Senior Executive Coaching & Mentoring, Mindfulness and Relaxation techniques to help clients who are experiencing emotional distress and want to make positive change in their life
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Shelley Lamprell-Josephs
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
I have 30 years experience in trauma (but not EMDR), loss, bereavement and chronic illness. I have my own counselling practice, I am also a Clinical Supervisor and led an Adult Counselling Service for a large charity (trauma / abuse sector). I believe that every human being is unique, and deserves compassion and non-judgement at all times. I use an integrated approach, which means that I assess your individual needs and work with the right therapy for you. I offer short or long term therapy in a safe, caring environment. I am fully insured, hold a current DBS (Police Check), as well as being an accredited NCPS member.
I have 30 years experience in trauma (but not EMDR), loss, bereavement and chronic illness. I have my own counselling practice, I am also a Clinical Supervisor and led an Adult Counselling Service for a large charity (trauma / abuse sector). I believe that every human being is unique, and deserves compassion and non-judgement at all times. I use an integrated approach, which means that I assess your individual needs and work with the right therapy for you. I offer short or long term therapy in a safe, caring environment. I am fully insured, hold a current DBS (Police Check), as well as being an accredited NCPS member.
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Greenleaves Psychological Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Your past is something you desperately want to forget. You have done your utmost to push it all out of your mind and just get on with your life. But no matter how hard you try, those awful thoughts and feelings follow you wherever you go, catching you out when you least expect it. You feel trapped, powerless to change any of this. You feel out of control, unable to manage the stress in your body. And every time those images pop into your mind, you feel ashamed and guilty. There is this voice inside you telling you you should have done something more, something else. Then it would have all been different.
Your past is something you desperately want to forget. You have done your utmost to push it all out of your mind and just get on with your life. But no matter how hard you try, those awful thoughts and feelings follow you wherever you go, catching you out when you least expect it. You feel trapped, powerless to change any of this. You feel out of control, unable to manage the stress in your body. And every time those images pop into your mind, you feel ashamed and guilty. There is this voice inside you telling you you should have done something more, something else. Then it would have all been different.
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Matthew Gettins
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Matthew and I’m a counsellor based at Havant Meeting Place - Havant United Reformed Church. I acknowledge counselling is a brave step to take with initially making the enquiry and then having the courage to attend the first session. I have had counselling in my life and being listened to seemed surreal at first. Friends and family had always given their opinions and reassurances, with the best of intentions at heart, yet being really listened to was ground-breaking for me. I aim to ease any anxiety by arranging an appointment as soon as possible so therapy can begin.
Hello, my name is Matthew and I’m a counsellor based at Havant Meeting Place - Havant United Reformed Church. I acknowledge counselling is a brave step to take with initially making the enquiry and then having the courage to attend the first session. I have had counselling in my life and being listened to seemed surreal at first. Friends and family had always given their opinions and reassurances, with the best of intentions at heart, yet being really listened to was ground-breaking for me. I aim to ease any anxiety by arranging an appointment as soon as possible so therapy can begin.
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Helen Carr
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with adults who feel they may have recently been diagnosed or feel that they identify with ADHD, Autism and AUDHD
Are you struggling with your mental health? Do you often feel overwhelmed or misunderstood while trying to cope on the outside? If you've been diagnosed with ADHD later in life or are just starting to recognise neurodiversity in yourself, you're not alone. Many clients feel drained by self-doubt and repeating patterns that hinder their well-being. I offer a safe space to discuss anxiety, low mood, and feelings of being stuck in cycles of overthinking or burnout. I am here to help you feel seen and heard.
I work with adults who feel they may have recently been diagnosed or feel that they identify with ADHD, Autism and AUDHD
Are you struggling with your mental health? Do you often feel overwhelmed or misunderstood while trying to cope on the outside? If you've been diagnosed with ADHD later in life or are just starting to recognise neurodiversity in yourself, you're not alone. Many clients feel drained by self-doubt and repeating patterns that hinder their well-being. I offer a safe space to discuss anxiety, low mood, and feelings of being stuck in cycles of overthinking or burnout. I am here to help you feel seen and heard.
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Phiona Hutton
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults, children, young people, couples and groups who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck. They may be navigating trauma, grief, family estrangement, or living with hidden disabilities or neurodiversity. Often, they long for understanding, calm, and a sense of balance within themselves and their relationships. They want to feel heard, accepted, and supported as they safely explore their emotions. Through Humanistic Counselling and Integrated Therapy, they aim to build resilience, heal old wounds, and rediscover clarity, confidence, and inner peace.
I work with adults, children, young people, couples and groups who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck. They may be navigating trauma, grief, family estrangement, or living with hidden disabilities or neurodiversity. Often, they long for understanding, calm, and a sense of balance within themselves and their relationships. They want to feel heard, accepted, and supported as they safely explore their emotions. Through Humanistic Counselling and Integrated Therapy, they aim to build resilience, heal old wounds, and rediscover clarity, confidence, and inner peace.
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Natalie Anne Wilcox
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My approach to therapy involves working with you to help you live a more fulfilled life, create choice, and achieve greater freedom from distressing emotions. Therapeutic work allows for expression of emotions that may be distressing in response to life events and/or relationships past/present, in a supportive environment. I work in a way that is relational, considering two person interaction - emotions in external relationships can be explored together with feelings in the present moment. The therapeutic process enables development of trust and safety, and connection with self and other, an essential facet of human growth,
My approach to therapy involves working with you to help you live a more fulfilled life, create choice, and achieve greater freedom from distressing emotions. Therapeutic work allows for expression of emotions that may be distressing in response to life events and/or relationships past/present, in a supportive environment. I work in a way that is relational, considering two person interaction - emotions in external relationships can be explored together with feelings in the present moment. The therapeutic process enables development of trust and safety, and connection with self and other, an essential facet of human growth,
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Aimee Smith
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Therapy is a space where your story can unfold, be witnessed, and gently understood. At times, we all need someone to talk to. In a confidential and supportive space, therapy offers a chance to explore your experiences, make sense of what feels difficult, and reconnect with yourself. ​​I offer a compassionate, collaborative space where you can be heard, understood, and supported in finding your way forward.
Therapy is a space where your story can unfold, be witnessed, and gently understood. At times, we all need someone to talk to. In a confidential and supportive space, therapy offers a chance to explore your experiences, make sense of what feels difficult, and reconnect with yourself. ​​I offer a compassionate, collaborative space where you can be heard, understood, and supported in finding your way forward.
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Afrodite Erdelyi
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Afrodite. I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor (BA Hons), a registered member of the BACP, and a certified EFT Practitioner offering Emotional Freedom Techniques alongside my integrative approach. I offer counselling and EFT sessions face to face in Havant, or online and by phone, for couples and individuals aged 18 and over. My practice supports a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, identity and relationship challenges. I provide an authentic, compassionate space where your experiences are met with deep care and respect.
Hello, my name is Afrodite. I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor (BA Hons), a registered member of the BACP, and a certified EFT Practitioner offering Emotional Freedom Techniques alongside my integrative approach. I offer counselling and EFT sessions face to face in Havant, or online and by phone, for couples and individuals aged 18 and over. My practice supports a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, identity and relationship challenges. I provide an authentic, compassionate space where your experiences are met with deep care and respect.
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Tania Lee
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
I have a growing understanding of Neurodiversity, especially ADHD & ASD ( Autism Spectrum Disorder) I am an LBGTQ+ Ally
I am an experienced, BABCP Accredited, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) and EMDR Therapist. Working previously for the NHS in this capacity but now solely in private practice. I am further trained in Supervision, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator. Due to working for many years in the caring professions and especially as an Occupational Therapist in the community, I have gained experience of both physical disabilities/long term conditions and the low mood and anxieties that can often accompany them.
I have a growing understanding of Neurodiversity, especially ADHD & ASD ( Autism Spectrum Disorder) I am an LBGTQ+ Ally
I am an experienced, BABCP Accredited, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) and EMDR Therapist. Working previously for the NHS in this capacity but now solely in private practice. I am further trained in Supervision, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator. Due to working for many years in the caring professions and especially as an Occupational Therapist in the community, I have gained experience of both physical disabilities/long term conditions and the low mood and anxieties that can often accompany them.
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Eilyn Fabiola Baltodano Diaz
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT practitioner and a member of the EMDR Association. I have over 15 years’ experience in the NHS and academic settings. Over the years, I’ve found that no single therapy works for everyone, so I draw on a range of approaches—including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EMDR—to find what works best for you. At the end of the day, what matters most to me is creating a safe, understanding space where you feel heard. We’ll work together, at your pace, to explore your challenges and move towards the changes you’d like to see in your life.
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT practitioner and a member of the EMDR Association. I have over 15 years’ experience in the NHS and academic settings. Over the years, I’ve found that no single therapy works for everyone, so I draw on a range of approaches—including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EMDR—to find what works best for you. At the end of the day, what matters most to me is creating a safe, understanding space where you feel heard. We’ll work together, at your pace, to explore your challenges and move towards the changes you’d like to see in your life.
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Rebecca Ker
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Farnham GU9
Rebecca specialises in offering working in an affirmative way with neurodivergent individuals, and those who experience recurring difficulties.
Come for a free half-hour consultation at Carlton Psychology to ask questions and explain what you are looking for help with.
Rebecca specialises in offering working in an affirmative way with neurodivergent individuals, and those who experience recurring difficulties.
Come for a free half-hour consultation at Carlton Psychology to ask questions and explain what you are looking for help with.
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Ana Chacin
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I have particular expertise in autism, ADHD, anxiety and low mood, and take a neurodiversity-affirming, collaborative, and evidence-based approach.
I work integratively, using a range of therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, psychodynamic, and systemic therapy. This allows me to tailor the work to what feels most helpful for you and to your personal goals.
I have particular expertise in autism, ADHD, anxiety and low mood, and take a neurodiversity-affirming, collaborative, and evidence-based approach.
I work integratively, using a range of therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, psychodynamic, and systemic therapy. This allows me to tailor the work to what feels most helpful for you and to your personal goals.
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Paul Lane
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Midhurst GU29
People, have the basic desire to be listened to, understood, and helped when needed. This is not always common in our world. However, this is exactly what I offer in a calm, genuine way. I help with addictions and neurodiversity in it's may forms. Addiction and neurodiversity can be linked due to self-medicating. Using one to help with the other is common. Trauma can play a big part in addictions and can be masked by our using. There are difficulties that underlie each and every one of us. Some are very obvious and some we hide hoping no one will notice. This can be very tiring and eventually become a huge burden that we carry.
People, have the basic desire to be listened to, understood, and helped when needed. This is not always common in our world. However, this is exactly what I offer in a calm, genuine way. I help with addictions and neurodiversity in it's may forms. Addiction and neurodiversity can be linked due to self-medicating. Using one to help with the other is common. Trauma can play a big part in addictions and can be masked by our using. There are difficulties that underlie each and every one of us. Some are very obvious and some we hide hoping no one will notice. This can be very tiring and eventually become a huge burden that we carry.
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Debbie Retfalvy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Debbie, I am a psychotherapist, supervisor & tutor for Broadway and BACPT. I work combining pluralistic and humanistic approaches to therapy, my focus is on both flexibility and understanding your inner experiences. We will explore various therapeutic methods, drawing from different theories and techniques to suit your individual needs and preferences. At the same time, prioritising empathy and unconditional positive regard, fostering a deeply supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, working towards your goals, honouring your unique journey.
Hello, my name is Debbie, I am a psychotherapist, supervisor & tutor for Broadway and BACPT. I work combining pluralistic and humanistic approaches to therapy, my focus is on both flexibility and understanding your inner experiences. We will explore various therapeutic methods, drawing from different theories and techniques to suit your individual needs and preferences. At the same time, prioritising empathy and unconditional positive regard, fostering a deeply supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, working towards your goals, honouring your unique journey.
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Owain Powell
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hello and welcome to my profile.. Is there something on your mind that you want to explore, share or think about in a safe and accommodating space? Counselling can assist you in many ways, and by offering a non-judgemental, safe and therapeutic space I would look to hold and share whatever you choose to bring to a session. Taking the first steps to seek counselling can be scary and uncertain and very daunting and I want to share that I take care and time to understand what has made you look to counselling and discuss and explore a way of work that will support you in a confidential and safe space.
Hello and welcome to my profile.. Is there something on your mind that you want to explore, share or think about in a safe and accommodating space? Counselling can assist you in many ways, and by offering a non-judgemental, safe and therapeutic space I would look to hold and share whatever you choose to bring to a session. Taking the first steps to seek counselling can be scary and uncertain and very daunting and I want to share that I take care and time to understand what has made you look to counselling and discuss and explore a way of work that will support you in a confidential and safe space.
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WholeSum Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am also an Autism Ambassador, with vast experience in counselling people with Autism and ADHD.
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
I am also an Autism Ambassador, with vast experience in counselling people with Autism and ADHD.
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
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Can talking to someone help? At times we may all struggle with stresses, strains, challenges, difficulties, loss and change. In a fast changing and sometimes confusing world many of us may struggle to feel connected; with ourselves, with others and within society and during these times it can be helpful to talk about our thoughts, our feelings and our emotions.
Can talking to someone help? At times we may all struggle with stresses, strains, challenges, difficulties, loss and change. In a fast changing and sometimes confusing world many of us may struggle to feel connected; with ourselves, with others and within society and during these times it can be helpful to talk about our thoughts, our feelings and our emotions.
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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.