Autism Counselling in Bathgate
I understand that life can feel incredibly challenging, especially when you're facing adversity. In therapy, we’ll take the time to gently explore the roots of these difficulties—at your own pace. We can examine how cultural conditioning and past experiences, including any trauma that may be impacting you in the present, and how your unique life journey has shaped your thoughts and feelings. Developing self-compassion is a key part of healing, and I'll be there to support you in cultivating that kindness toward yourself. You are the expert on your own life, and I'm here to walk alongside you, offering support and guidance.
I understand that life can feel incredibly challenging, especially when you're facing adversity. In therapy, we’ll take the time to gently explore the roots of these difficulties—at your own pace. We can examine how cultural conditioning and past experiences, including any trauma that may be impacting you in the present, and how your unique life journey has shaped your thoughts and feelings. Developing self-compassion is a key part of healing, and I'll be there to support you in cultivating that kindness toward yourself. You are the expert on your own life, and I'm here to walk alongside you, offering support and guidance.
I have various interests and work extensively with neurodivergent clients.
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a space where we can pause, make sense of our experiences, and feel genuinely heard.
I am a Person-Centred Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and NCPS Accredited Professional. I offer a warm, accepting and supportive relationship where you can explore whatever is troubling you without fear of judgement. I believe that when we feel safe enough to be ourselves, we can begin to understand our experiences more deeply, reconnect with our strengths and move towards living more authentically.
I supervise both trainee and qualified counsellors and provide external supervision to charities.
I have various interests and work extensively with neurodivergent clients.
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a space where we can pause, make sense of our experiences, and feel genuinely heard.
I am a Person-Centred Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and NCPS Accredited Professional. I offer a warm, accepting and supportive relationship where you can explore whatever is troubling you without fear of judgement. I believe that when we feel safe enough to be ourselves, we can begin to understand our experiences more deeply, reconnect with our strengths and move towards living more authentically.
I supervise both trainee and qualified counsellors and provide external supervision to charities.
I work with a wide range of clients, including adults, children, and young people, offering support with emotional and psychological challenges such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I have particular experience supporting clients affected by trauma and neurodivergence. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space, tailoring my approach to each individual. Through psychotherapeutic counselling and hypnotherapy where appropriate, I support clients to develop self-awareness, resilience, and the confidence to move forward.
I work with a wide range of clients, including adults, children, and young people, offering support with emotional and psychological challenges such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I have particular experience supporting clients affected by trauma and neurodivergence. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space, tailoring my approach to each individual. Through psychotherapeutic counselling and hypnotherapy where appropriate, I support clients to develop self-awareness, resilience, and the confidence to move forward.
Hi I am a Gestalt therapist/Counsellor. I have over 10 years experience helping people with a variety of issues. If you want to change your life or change yourself or you are struggling with everyday issues counselling is the very place for you. With a safe place to explore yourself and your life with a non judgmental person (me) sitting along side you, this can be a very empowering and enriching experience. Life can get on top of us at times, taking some time out for yourself to process all the things that go swirling around our heads can be vital to a happy healthy life.
couples appointment last for 1.5 hrs
Hi I am a Gestalt therapist/Counsellor. I have over 10 years experience helping people with a variety of issues. If you want to change your life or change yourself or you are struggling with everyday issues counselling is the very place for you. With a safe place to explore yourself and your life with a non judgmental person (me) sitting along side you, this can be a very empowering and enriching experience. Life can get on top of us at times, taking some time out for yourself to process all the things that go swirling around our heads can be vital to a happy healthy life.
couples appointment last for 1.5 hrs
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My speciality involves working with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, autistic spectrum and personality disorders.
Are you at a period in your life when emotional and psychological issues have become a concern for you. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to work with me in dealing with these issues. Begin your journey working on the concerns that you are struggling with, may feel difficult or overwhelming. These concerns that may have a repeating pattern, themes or life 'just not feeling right' I have experience of working with a range of life-limiting conditions
My speciality involves working with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, autistic spectrum and personality disorders.
Are you at a period in your life when emotional and psychological issues have become a concern for you. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to work with me in dealing with these issues. Begin your journey working on the concerns that you are struggling with, may feel difficult or overwhelming. These concerns that may have a repeating pattern, themes or life 'just not feeling right' I have experience of working with a range of life-limiting conditions
If you’re neurodivergent, from a mixed or migrant background, or just carrying more than people realise, you might know that feeling well.
I work relationally and person-centred, which means:
• I don’t push an agenda or tell you who you should become
• I follow your pace, not the fastest or the one you think you should be at
• I’m attentive to culture, identity, power, and the ways we learn to survive
• I hold space for complexity, contradiction, and all the parts you’ve had to hide
If you’re neurodivergent, from a mixed or migrant background, or just carrying more than people realise, you might know that feeling well.
I work relationally and person-centred, which means:
• I don’t push an agenda or tell you who you should become
• I follow your pace, not the fastest or the one you think you should be at
• I’m attentive to culture, identity, power, and the ways we learn to survive
• I hold space for complexity, contradiction, and all the parts you’ve had to hide
Or perhaps you suspect your loved one has a condition like Autism or ADHD- maybe they were recently diagnosed.
I specialise in helping parents and neurodivergent people understand the function of challenging behaviour. I use tried and tested strategies, adapted especially for people who are "different" to help neurodivergent people reduce behaviours that challenge. My approach is gentle and nurturing and prioritises the attachment bond.
Or perhaps you suspect your loved one has a condition like Autism or ADHD- maybe they were recently diagnosed.
I specialise in helping parents and neurodivergent people understand the function of challenging behaviour. I use tried and tested strategies, adapted especially for people who are "different" to help neurodivergent people reduce behaviours that challenge. My approach is gentle and nurturing and prioritises the attachment bond.
I specialise in supporting individuals with Social/general Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Autism .
Hi I'm Deborah, a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, based in Glasgow. My background includes CBT therapy and offering support to individuals and families dealing with a variety of problems and issues. CBT is a talking therapy & a powerful support intervention to help manage problems by exploring & addressing the interconnection between thoughts, behaviours, & emotions. By breaking down overwhelming issues into manageable parts, CBT guides individuals in transforming negative thought patterns, into more positive ones, to help improve how you think & feel
I specialise in supporting individuals with Social/general Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Autism .
Hi I'm Deborah, a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, based in Glasgow. My background includes CBT therapy and offering support to individuals and families dealing with a variety of problems and issues. CBT is a talking therapy & a powerful support intervention to help manage problems by exploring & addressing the interconnection between thoughts, behaviours, & emotions. By breaking down overwhelming issues into manageable parts, CBT guides individuals in transforming negative thought patterns, into more positive ones, to help improve how you think & feel
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are otherwise neurodivergent and looking for support?
As a Health Psychologist, I take a holistic approach to mental and physical health. I can also support you with sensory challenges, self-esteem, sleep challenges, health behaviours, managing health conditions and improving your wellbeing. I have experience supporting people with many health conditions ranging from autoimmune conditions, IBS to Long Covid.
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are otherwise neurodivergent and looking for support?
As a Health Psychologist, I take a holistic approach to mental and physical health. I can also support you with sensory challenges, self-esteem, sleep challenges, health behaviours, managing health conditions and improving your wellbeing. I have experience supporting people with many health conditions ranging from autoimmune conditions, IBS to Long Covid.
My specialisms areas:
Neurodivergent children and young adults
LGBTQIA+ children, adults and families,
CYP who have experiences of complex trauma and abuse (including pre-trial therapy)
Adults and CYP with racialized/indigenous identities (minoritized groups)
Adults who are ex cult/high demand groups (spiritual/ ritual abuse)
Hello, my name is Tara (They/she) & I go by T! I'm an Integrative Art psychotherapist dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized young people and adults. I'm a proud AuDHD, Non-binary, bi and polyamorous therapist.
I create a space where clients feel seen, understood and affirmed in who they are. We work together at your pace to build relational safety, supporting you to heal from the impact of othering/exile, towards feeling affirmed and enough.
My specialisms areas:
Neurodivergent children and young adults
LGBTQIA+ children, adults and families,
CYP who have experiences of complex trauma and abuse (including pre-trial therapy)
Adults and CYP with racialized/indigenous identities (minoritized groups)
Adults who are ex cult/high demand groups (spiritual/ ritual abuse)
Hello, my name is Tara (They/she) & I go by T! I'm an Integrative Art psychotherapist dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized young people and adults. I'm a proud AuDHD, Non-binary, bi and polyamorous therapist.
I create a space where clients feel seen, understood and affirmed in who they are. We work together at your pace to build relational safety, supporting you to heal from the impact of othering/exile, towards feeling affirmed and enough.
Counselling is a safe place for you to stop, take stock and explore the parts of your life that you are finding difficult. It is a time for you to use for whatever you decide, and always without pressure or judgement. I have particular experience in working with trauma and sexual abuse, but you can use counselling for all sorts of issues, for example self-esteem, stress, depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationships, suicidal thoughts, harassment at work, identity issues, breakup, or decision-making. Dealing with ‘unwanted habits’ of whatever kind can be a large part of counselling.
Counselling is a safe place for you to stop, take stock and explore the parts of your life that you are finding difficult. It is a time for you to use for whatever you decide, and always without pressure or judgement. I have particular experience in working with trauma and sexual abuse, but you can use counselling for all sorts of issues, for example self-esteem, stress, depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationships, suicidal thoughts, harassment at work, identity issues, breakup, or decision-making. Dealing with ‘unwanted habits’ of whatever kind can be a large part of counselling.
I’m Vikki, a neurodivergent trauma-informed counsellor specialising in eating disorders, addiction and chronic pain.
Together, we can gently explore what’s going on for you and work towards meaningful, sustainable change at a pace that feels manageable. My approach is neuroaffirmative, compassionate, collaborative and tailored to your needs. I aim to offer a calm, welcoming and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported.
I’m Vikki, a neurodivergent trauma-informed counsellor specialising in eating disorders, addiction and chronic pain.
Together, we can gently explore what’s going on for you and work towards meaningful, sustainable change at a pace that feels manageable. My approach is neuroaffirmative, compassionate, collaborative and tailored to your needs. I aim to offer a calm, welcoming and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported.
Are you constantly masking your neurodivergence until you feel entirely burnt out, or is your relationship with food and your body dictating your daily peace of mind? If you feel exhausted from trying to hold everything together, you are not alone.
I work with a diverse range of clients but find that most of my clients come to me with neurodiversity challenges or disordered eating. These clients wish to learn more about their condition and how this affects them, wishing to explore their concerns and find ways of accepting and/ or implementing strategies to help them more with every day life.
Are you constantly masking your neurodivergence until you feel entirely burnt out, or is your relationship with food and your body dictating your daily peace of mind? If you feel exhausted from trying to hold everything together, you are not alone.
I work with a diverse range of clients but find that most of my clients come to me with neurodiversity challenges or disordered eating. These clients wish to learn more about their condition and how this affects them, wishing to explore their concerns and find ways of accepting and/ or implementing strategies to help them more with every day life.
I'm a Person-Centred counsellor and therapeutic play practitioner working with children and young people from age 4 to 18, many of whom are autistic and/or have ADHD or are on the pathway to diagnosis.
I see your child as wonderfully unique and precious, like a rare and beautiful plant that just needs the right conditions to grow and thrive. I understand how hard it can be to see them struggle with big feelings or challenges they can’t yet express. I aim to provide a warm, encouraging and nurturing space where they can explore, play, and find their way. I’ll spend time learning what your child needs to feel confident and connected. I’ll share what I learn with you, and can help advocate for your child if they're struggling with a school environment.
I'm a Person-Centred counsellor and therapeutic play practitioner working with children and young people from age 4 to 18, many of whom are autistic and/or have ADHD or are on the pathway to diagnosis.
I see your child as wonderfully unique and precious, like a rare and beautiful plant that just needs the right conditions to grow and thrive. I understand how hard it can be to see them struggle with big feelings or challenges they can’t yet express. I aim to provide a warm, encouraging and nurturing space where they can explore, play, and find their way. I’ll spend time learning what your child needs to feel confident and connected. I’ll share what I learn with you, and can help advocate for your child if they're struggling with a school environment.
I specialise in autism and ADHD, in particular, those who discovered their neurodiversity later in life.
My practice is trauma informed and grounded in a humanistic framework, supporting your autonomy and individuality. You are the expert on your own experience, as no one else truly knows what it's like to be you. Whether you're self-diagnosed, mis-diagnosed, diagnosed or unsure, I hold the space for you to discover yourself at your own pace.
I specialise in autism and ADHD, in particular, those who discovered their neurodiversity later in life.
My practice is trauma informed and grounded in a humanistic framework, supporting your autonomy and individuality. You are the expert on your own experience, as no one else truly knows what it's like to be you. Whether you're self-diagnosed, mis-diagnosed, diagnosed or unsure, I hold the space for you to discover yourself at your own pace.
I specialize in anxiety-based issues, like social anxiety, phobias, panic, and more, as well as autism and neurodivergence, supporting clients in understanding and embracing their unique ways of being.
Many people come to therapy feeling like they don’t quite fit in. My goal is to make therapy fit you. With both clinical training and lived experience of neurodiversity, I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, build confidence, and feel more at ease being their authentic selves. Offering a space where your experiences and perspectives are understood and respected.
Face-to face sessions held at:
Lanarkshire Counselling and CBT Centre - (LCCC)
20 Saint John Street Coatbridge ML5 3EJ
I specialize in anxiety-based issues, like social anxiety, phobias, panic, and more, as well as autism and neurodivergence, supporting clients in understanding and embracing their unique ways of being.
Many people come to therapy feeling like they don’t quite fit in. My goal is to make therapy fit you. With both clinical training and lived experience of neurodiversity, I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, build confidence, and feel more at ease being their authentic selves. Offering a space where your experiences and perspectives are understood and respected.
Face-to face sessions held at:
Lanarkshire Counselling and CBT Centre - (LCCC)
20 Saint John Street Coatbridge ML5 3EJ
You may also be questioning whether ADHD, autism, stress, racial trauma, workplace bullying or burnout plays a role.
At Minds in Session, you receive expert psychological assessment and therapy designed to help you understand how your mind works. We specialise in ADHD, autism, stress, burnout, and emotional regulation. Through careful assessment and practical strategies, you gain clarity, strengthen focus, and develop tools to navigate life and relationships with clarity.
You may also be questioning whether ADHD, autism, stress, racial trauma, workplace bullying or burnout plays a role.
At Minds in Session, you receive expert psychological assessment and therapy designed to help you understand how your mind works. We specialise in ADHD, autism, stress, burnout, and emotional regulation. Through careful assessment and practical strategies, you gain clarity, strengthen focus, and develop tools to navigate life and relationships with clarity.
More recently I have specialised in helping neurodivergent people with aspects such as adjustment, burnout or past trauma.
If you are feeling confused about your feelings, finding them difficult to manage and coping in ways that might potentially be harmful in the longer term, I can help you. If you are feeling stuck, perhaps struggling with poor sleep and physical health difficulties and have stopped living life in the way you would like, I can help you. If you are experiencing low mood, anger, anxiety or low self-esteem, let me help you to find ways of coping with these difficulties in a way that will improve your overall wellbeing and help you live a more fulfilling life. I am down to earth, genuine, caring and compassionate.
More recently I have specialised in helping neurodivergent people with aspects such as adjustment, burnout or past trauma.
If you are feeling confused about your feelings, finding them difficult to manage and coping in ways that might potentially be harmful in the longer term, I can help you. If you are feeling stuck, perhaps struggling with poor sleep and physical health difficulties and have stopped living life in the way you would like, I can help you. If you are experiencing low mood, anger, anxiety or low self-esteem, let me help you to find ways of coping with these difficulties in a way that will improve your overall wellbeing and help you live a more fulfilling life. I am down to earth, genuine, caring and compassionate.
Hello, I am Maggi, a fully registered BACP Pluralistic Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I offer a holistic approach to helping you move forward in life. We can collaborate and draw upon various therapeutic methods (e.g. Person-centred; Psychodynamic; ACT; CBT) as we all need different things at different points in time throughout the therapeutic journey. Pluralistic therapy means your therapy will be tailored to your specific individual needs.
Hello, I am Maggi, a fully registered BACP Pluralistic Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I offer a holistic approach to helping you move forward in life. We can collaborate and draw upon various therapeutic methods (e.g. Person-centred; Psychodynamic; ACT; CBT) as we all need different things at different points in time throughout the therapeutic journey. Pluralistic therapy means your therapy will be tailored to your specific individual needs.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
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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.