Autism Counselling in Belfast
I understand that seeking therapy or an autism assessment can feel daunting, and my priority is to help you feel heard and understood.
I offer autism spectrum ( ASD) assessments and psychological therapy for children, young people, and adults, with a specialism in trauma-informed work with autistic individuals. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming, compassionate, and tailored to each person’s needs.
I understand that seeking therapy or an autism assessment can feel daunting, and my priority is to help you feel heard and understood.
I offer autism spectrum ( ASD) assessments and psychological therapy for children, young people, and adults, with a specialism in trauma-informed work with autistic individuals. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming, compassionate, and tailored to each person’s needs.
I have also completed training in Autism diagnostic assessment (ADOS-2 and DISCO) and have over four years experience in completing diagnostic assessments for ASD within multi-disciplinary teams.
Please get in touch or visit my website, www.tennysonpsychology.com for further information.
I have also completed training in Autism diagnostic assessment (ADOS-2 and DISCO) and have over four years experience in completing diagnostic assessments for ASD within multi-disciplinary teams.
Please get in touch or visit my website, www.tennysonpsychology.com for further information.
My aim is to successfully support clients facing various challenges, including behavioural difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), suicidal ideation, self-harm, bereavement, and relationship difficulties, social anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues, among others things.
This approach provides crucial support to young individuals grappling with developmental, emotional, and behavioral problems. By offering a safe and creative space, art therapy empower clients to explore their worries, concerns, and emotions under the expert guidance and assistance of a trained art therapist.
My aim is to successfully support clients facing various challenges, including behavioural difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), suicidal ideation, self-harm, bereavement, and relationship difficulties, social anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues, among others things.
This approach provides crucial support to young individuals grappling with developmental, emotional, and behavioral problems. By offering a safe and creative space, art therapy empower clients to explore their worries, concerns, and emotions under the expert guidance and assistance of a trained art therapist.
In addition to my MSc, I have two diplomas in Transactional Analysis counselling and psychotherapy, certification in working with Autistic adults and membership of the International Association of Relational Transactional Analysis.
In my experience, people seek psychotherapy for a variety of reasons ranging from crisis to personal development. The psychotherapeutic relationship is unique, separate from the rest of life, and offers a confidential space to explore and understand your relationship with yourself and others. My practice is anchored by the belief that we are all fundamentally ok and we all have the capacity for change and growth.
In addition to my MSc, I have two diplomas in Transactional Analysis counselling and psychotherapy, certification in working with Autistic adults and membership of the International Association of Relational Transactional Analysis.
In my experience, people seek psychotherapy for a variety of reasons ranging from crisis to personal development. The psychotherapeutic relationship is unique, separate from the rest of life, and offers a confidential space to explore and understand your relationship with yourself and others. My practice is anchored by the belief that we are all fundamentally ok and we all have the capacity for change and growth.
Hi, my name is Jim. I am an Integrative Counsellor and have worked in the area of health and social care for over 20 years, with the majority of that experience working with children, young people and adults that have experienced some form of trauma. Life can throw up challenges that are difficult to understand, accept or work through. I know through personal experience that difficult life events can leave us feeling confused and questioning our individual judgement. Professional support can help to work through difficult experiences, build confidence, make positive decisions and live a more fulfilled life.
Hi, my name is Jim. I am an Integrative Counsellor and have worked in the area of health and social care for over 20 years, with the majority of that experience working with children, young people and adults that have experienced some form of trauma. Life can throw up challenges that are difficult to understand, accept or work through. I know through personal experience that difficult life events can leave us feeling confused and questioning our individual judgement. Professional support can help to work through difficult experiences, build confidence, make positive decisions and live a more fulfilled life.
Many people seek counselling when life begins to feel overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, bereavement, relationship difficulties and issues around self-esteem.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, stressed or unsure how to move forward.
My role is to provide a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can explore what is going on for you, understand patterns that may be affecting your wellbeing, and develop healthier ways of coping so you can move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
Many people seek counselling when life begins to feel overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, bereavement, relationship difficulties and issues around self-esteem.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, stressed or unsure how to move forward.
My role is to provide a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can explore what is going on for you, understand patterns that may be affecting your wellbeing, and develop healthier ways of coping so you can move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
The areas that I have experience working with and an interest in include: Autism & ADHD, anxiety, binge & emotional eating, stress, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, life changes & decisions.
My name is Joanne and I am an Integrative Counsellor. Being integrative means that I combine various approaches and tools to meet the individual needs of each client. I offer a safe space for you to discuss your experiences, explore your issues, and perhaps find ways to bring about change and improve your wellbeing. I provide support that is confidential, trusting and non-judgemental. I am fully qualified, and a registered & accredited member of the BACP.
The areas that I have experience working with and an interest in include: Autism & ADHD, anxiety, binge & emotional eating, stress, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, life changes & decisions.
My name is Joanne and I am an Integrative Counsellor. Being integrative means that I combine various approaches and tools to meet the individual needs of each client. I offer a safe space for you to discuss your experiences, explore your issues, and perhaps find ways to bring about change and improve your wellbeing. I provide support that is confidential, trusting and non-judgemental. I am fully qualified, and a registered & accredited member of the BACP.
You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman.
As a neuroscientist and therapist, I offer tailored nervous system-based interventions, going beyond insight alone, to address the root causes of overwhelm and burnout in ways that generic therapy models often fail to do. My approach is evidence-based, collaborative, and trauma-informed, to support you in creating meaningful and lasting change.
You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman.
As a neuroscientist and therapist, I offer tailored nervous system-based interventions, going beyond insight alone, to address the root causes of overwhelm and burnout in ways that generic therapy models often fail to do. My approach is evidence-based, collaborative, and trauma-informed, to support you in creating meaningful and lasting change.
I understand how life-changing it can be for anyone to be diagnosed with Autism.
I specialised in Autism in Adults, attachment disorder and trauma. I hold MSc in Psychology, MSC in Counselling, NLP Practitioner. I am a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (C-IAYT), the British Psychological Society and the International Trainers Academy of Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
I understand how life-changing it can be for anyone to be diagnosed with Autism.
I specialised in Autism in Adults, attachment disorder and trauma. I hold MSc in Psychology, MSC in Counselling, NLP Practitioner. I am a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (C-IAYT), the British Psychological Society and the International Trainers Academy of Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, with over 19 years experience working with both adults and children either on a one to one basis, group or with their families. I offer an integrated approach including models of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (Attachment Focused ), Systemic/Family Therapy, CBT and ACT. I have extensive experience in Autism assessments and Cognitive (IQ) assessments which are completed by the NICE guidelines and are accepted by local Health Care Trusts
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, with over 19 years experience working with both adults and children either on a one to one basis, group or with their families. I offer an integrated approach including models of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (Attachment Focused ), Systemic/Family Therapy, CBT and ACT. I have extensive experience in Autism assessments and Cognitive (IQ) assessments which are completed by the NICE guidelines and are accepted by local Health Care Trusts
I help children, teenagers, and young adults in Belfast who are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, low mood, or feeling overwhelmed. If your child is finding things difficult at home, in school, or in friendships, you're not alone- and support is available. I provide a calm, safe, and confidential space where young people can feel understood, open up at their own pace, and begin to make sense of what's going on. Many emotional and behavioural challenges are linked to stress, pressure, and relationships. With the right support, young people can feel calmer, build confidence. This will help them to feel themselves again.
I help children, teenagers, and young adults in Belfast who are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, low mood, or feeling overwhelmed. If your child is finding things difficult at home, in school, or in friendships, you're not alone- and support is available. I provide a calm, safe, and confidential space where young people can feel understood, open up at their own pace, and begin to make sense of what's going on. Many emotional and behavioural challenges are linked to stress, pressure, and relationships. With the right support, young people can feel calmer, build confidence. This will help them to feel themselves again.
If you are in the process of considering counselling/psychotherapy then finding the right therapist is the most important decision to make. Research shows positive therapeutic outcomes are based on the relationship between therapist and client. A good way of assessing if we can work well together is attending a free of charge session; no commitment beyond this, to see if I can help you to identify further what your needs are.
If you are in the process of considering counselling/psychotherapy then finding the right therapist is the most important decision to make. Research shows positive therapeutic outcomes are based on the relationship between therapist and client. A good way of assessing if we can work well together is attending a free of charge session; no commitment beyond this, to see if I can help you to identify further what your needs are.
Hi, I’m Aisling, a registered Creative Arts Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I use creative materials and play to help people express feelings, emotions, and experiences. You don’t need to be “good” at art, we focus on the process, not the final product. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your challenges, and I meet each client with care, understanding, and connection.
Hi, I’m Aisling, a registered Creative Arts Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I use creative materials and play to help people express feelings, emotions, and experiences. You don’t need to be “good” at art, we focus on the process, not the final product. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your challenges, and I meet each client with care, understanding, and connection.
Hi, I’m Naomi Garrett Fitzpatrick. I work with children, young people and families to provide a safe, supportive and reflective space to explore feelings and experiences.
As emotional challenges can often be difficult to talk about, I create an environment where children and young people feel heard, understood and supported in a non-judgemental manner. I also work closely with parents/carers to strengthen positive relationships at home and across children and young people's networks. Trained at the University of Cambridge, I utilise Theraplay, Developmental Dyadic Psychotherapy, trauma informed and play-based interventions.
Hi, I’m Naomi Garrett Fitzpatrick. I work with children, young people and families to provide a safe, supportive and reflective space to explore feelings and experiences.
As emotional challenges can often be difficult to talk about, I create an environment where children and young people feel heard, understood and supported in a non-judgemental manner. I also work closely with parents/carers to strengthen positive relationships at home and across children and young people's networks. Trained at the University of Cambridge, I utilise Theraplay, Developmental Dyadic Psychotherapy, trauma informed and play-based interventions.
My passion is my work, I love being a therapist. I want my clients to feel safe, heard, seen and validated. I work with clients from many different walks of life and with a variety of issues they want to work. Fundamentally you have to understand how your experiences in life have shaped you into the person you are. Genetics, your family system, the external culture and the systems that govern your life; all play a role in how you have learned to cope and function in this world. Anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts tend to make sense when we explore our own stories. You are not broken, you are human
My passion is my work, I love being a therapist. I want my clients to feel safe, heard, seen and validated. I work with clients from many different walks of life and with a variety of issues they want to work. Fundamentally you have to understand how your experiences in life have shaped you into the person you are. Genetics, your family system, the external culture and the systems that govern your life; all play a role in how you have learned to cope and function in this world. Anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts tend to make sense when we explore our own stories. You are not broken, you are human
Maybe you feel stuck, or life feels overwhelming. Perhaps there's something in your past you would like to make sense of, or a situation that is troubling you now. You long for someone to listen to your story and to "get" you. To journey with you as you make sense of what has happened, or is happening to you currently. Or you would just like to feel better! Most of all, you just want to move forward, to have peace. To hope again. I will hold that hope for you as we journey together. I offer a safe space to process, as well as a warm and empathetic presence. My goal is for you to feel seen, valued and find healing.
Maybe you feel stuck, or life feels overwhelming. Perhaps there's something in your past you would like to make sense of, or a situation that is troubling you now. You long for someone to listen to your story and to "get" you. To journey with you as you make sense of what has happened, or is happening to you currently. Or you would just like to feel better! Most of all, you just want to move forward, to have peace. To hope again. I will hold that hope for you as we journey together. I offer a safe space to process, as well as a warm and empathetic presence. My goal is for you to feel seen, valued and find healing.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and former British Psychology Society NI representative for the Children, Young People, and Families faculty. I have over ten years of experience providing psychological support and care to clients. The therapy sessions I offer are both person-centred and collaborative to encourage your self-expression and self-development. I use various psychotherapy treatment techniques and provide effective strategies to help you to cope with many of life’s various obstacles. The core of my therapeutic work is non-judgemental acceptance, understanding, and support for all experiences and difficulties.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and former British Psychology Society NI representative for the Children, Young People, and Families faculty. I have over ten years of experience providing psychological support and care to clients. The therapy sessions I offer are both person-centred and collaborative to encourage your self-expression and self-development. I use various psychotherapy treatment techniques and provide effective strategies to help you to cope with many of life’s various obstacles. The core of my therapeutic work is non-judgemental acceptance, understanding, and support for all experiences and difficulties.
I have a special interest and experience adapting therapy for clients with learning disabilities and Autism and their carers.
I specialise in working with clients that have emotional distress such as anxiety, depression, worries about physical health, transitions or bereavement. I have experience of adapting therapy to meet needs. I also work with carers to help them with extra emotional support at times of worry, stress, relationships or general feelings of being overwhelmed.
I have a special interest and experience adapting therapy for clients with learning disabilities and Autism and their carers.
I specialise in working with clients that have emotional distress such as anxiety, depression, worries about physical health, transitions or bereavement. I have experience of adapting therapy to meet needs. I also work with carers to help them with extra emotional support at times of worry, stress, relationships or general feelings of being overwhelmed.
I support children and young people (4–21), both neurodivergent/SEN and mainstream, who may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or struggling with big emotions.
I am a HCPC-registered Dramatherapist offering in-person sessions for children and young people (4–21), as well as adults with additional needs.
Dramatherapy is a creative form of therapy that uses play, storytelling, movement and imaginative role work to help people explore emotions safely. This approach can be especially helpful for those who find talking
I support children and young people (4–21), both neurodivergent/SEN and mainstream, who may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or struggling with big emotions.
I am a HCPC-registered Dramatherapist offering in-person sessions for children and young people (4–21), as well as adults with additional needs.
Dramatherapy is a creative form of therapy that uses play, storytelling, movement and imaginative role work to help people explore emotions safely. This approach can be especially helpful for those who find talking
Hi, I am a pluralistic counsellor providing support and therapy to adults for a range of struggles. I offer a space free from judgement, to help you in a realistic and focused way that centres around what you want to get from counselling.
Hi, I am a pluralistic counsellor providing support and therapy to adults for a range of struggles. I offer a space free from judgement, to help you in a realistic and focused way that centres around what you want to get from counselling.
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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.