Autism Therapists in 33140
Step Forward ABA
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
In-home/in-school ABA therapy servicing South and Central Florida through my practice Step Forward. I specialize in behavioral problems including (not limited to): Aggression, tantrums, non-compliance, off-task behavior, out-of-seat behavior, and elopement. I also work with children who have difficulty focusing and completing school work. ABA is an evidence-based practice that focuses on behavioral modalities associated with ADHD, ADD, and Autism. I have experience working with children to develop social, communication, behavioral, and language skills, while reducing and replacing interfering behaviors with functional alternatives.
In-home/in-school ABA therapy servicing South and Central Florida through my practice Step Forward. I specialize in behavioral problems including (not limited to): Aggression, tantrums, non-compliance, off-task behavior, out-of-seat behavior, and elopement. I also work with children who have difficulty focusing and completing school work. ABA is an evidence-based practice that focuses on behavioral modalities associated with ADHD, ADD, and Autism. I have experience working with children to develop social, communication, behavioral, and language skills, while reducing and replacing interfering behaviors with functional alternatives.
Esther Neuman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
I believe that you are the hero of your story and that you have many strengths that can guide you in overcoming life's obstacles and challenges. I have experience in helping clients with stress & anxiety, relationship issues, divorce adjustment, going through divorce or separation, teens, family conflicts, pregnancy and post pregnancy, children, & parenting issues. I am a therapist with over 10 years of professional experience. I feel that the therapeutic experience doesn't just end with the session and I make myself available in between sessions if necessary as well. I also work as a life coach helping navigate life events.
I believe that you are the hero of your story and that you have many strengths that can guide you in overcoming life's obstacles and challenges. I have experience in helping clients with stress & anxiety, relationship issues, divorce adjustment, going through divorce or separation, teens, family conflicts, pregnancy and post pregnancy, children, & parenting issues. I am a therapist with over 10 years of professional experience. I feel that the therapeutic experience doesn't just end with the session and I make myself available in between sessions if necessary as well. I also work as a life coach helping navigate life events.
Wendy Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
In my practice I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with children ranging in age from 2-adolescence. In my work with children I am able to to assess current social/emotional developmental functioning, along with play therapy intervention and parent coaching. I play a very supportinve and theraputice role wit the families of the children with whom I treat. I currently treat adults, as well, in both individual and couples therapy. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and personal struggles that people in our community are experiencing.
In my practice I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with children ranging in age from 2-adolescence. In my work with children I am able to to assess current social/emotional developmental functioning, along with play therapy intervention and parent coaching. I play a very supportinve and theraputice role wit the families of the children with whom I treat. I currently treat adults, as well, in both individual and couples therapy. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and personal struggles that people in our community are experiencing.
Kaia Calbeck PhD PA
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Do you hear your inner critic too often? Are you feeling irritable, down, or overwhelmed with worry? I help clients identify & change unhelpful thinking patterns, producing positive changes in emotions & well-being. As a neuropsychologist, I am interested in helping clients understand their cognitive strengths and weakness & apply for accommodations in academic & occupational settings. Assessment results are used to apply for standardized testing accommodations, to determine psychological/neuropsychological disability, for Gifted Program placement, for forensic purposes, & in treatment planning/recommendations.
Do you hear your inner critic too often? Are you feeling irritable, down, or overwhelmed with worry? I help clients identify & change unhelpful thinking patterns, producing positive changes in emotions & well-being. As a neuropsychologist, I am interested in helping clients understand their cognitive strengths and weakness & apply for accommodations in academic & occupational settings. Assessment results are used to apply for standardized testing accommodations, to determine psychological/neuropsychological disability, for Gifted Program placement, for forensic purposes, & in treatment planning/recommendations.
Laura S Olivos
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Welcome! I pride myself in providing child & adolescent specific care that heavily emphasizes family engagement. I find more optimal outcomes in my work when parents are willing to become vulnerable and connect with their children. Too often, we become focused on what children are not doing right and on their pathology that we lose sight of the things they are good at and the things that make them precious and unique. I teach parents how to harness their children's strengths to aid them in overcoming their struggles. The heart of this work lies in connection. If a child does not feel connected and safe, they will not heal.
Welcome! I pride myself in providing child & adolescent specific care that heavily emphasizes family engagement. I find more optimal outcomes in my work when parents are willing to become vulnerable and connect with their children. Too often, we become focused on what children are not doing right and on their pathology that we lose sight of the things they are good at and the things that make them precious and unique. I teach parents how to harness their children's strengths to aid them in overcoming their struggles. The heart of this work lies in connection. If a child does not feel connected and safe, they will not heal.
Shoshanah E. Glucksman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140 (Online Only)
You've already succeeded, you took the first step, you reached out to find solutions to the unsettling emotions and challenges you've been experiencing. As a Licensed Marriage & Family/Mental Health counslor and trauma specialist, I work with you collaboratively, advocating and supporting you to strengthen your voice and become more assertively present in your life. I often work with clients that feel stuck, helping them create a life that is vibrant and alive. Imagine being present without needing to numb the pain when triggers or challenges arise. Let me guide you whether as an individual a couple or family.
You've already succeeded, you took the first step, you reached out to find solutions to the unsettling emotions and challenges you've been experiencing. As a Licensed Marriage & Family/Mental Health counslor and trauma specialist, I work with you collaboratively, advocating and supporting you to strengthen your voice and become more assertively present in your life. I often work with clients that feel stuck, helping them create a life that is vibrant and alive. Imagine being present without needing to numb the pain when triggers or challenges arise. Let me guide you whether as an individual a couple or family.
Alexis R Brown
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140 (Online Only)
We are all facing new and challenging times. As a licensed clinical psychologist for over 40 years, I am here to help. I provide a warm, caring, and safe environment where my clients can begin to cope with their isolation, depression, anxiety, loneliness, confusion, and many other issues. I offer teletherapy to my patients who are unable to come to the office for treatment or who would prefer to use teletherapy. I am highly trained and experienced working with adults on family relationship issues, financial stress, domestic abuse, etc. Not only am I professionally experienced, but also personally, as a mother of 4, grandmother of 8.
We are all facing new and challenging times. As a licensed clinical psychologist for over 40 years, I am here to help. I provide a warm, caring, and safe environment where my clients can begin to cope with their isolation, depression, anxiety, loneliness, confusion, and many other issues. I offer teletherapy to my patients who are unable to come to the office for treatment or who would prefer to use teletherapy. I am highly trained and experienced working with adults on family relationship issues, financial stress, domestic abuse, etc. Not only am I professionally experienced, but also personally, as a mother of 4, grandmother of 8.
Vivianne J Arriola
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33140
The work I do and journey I assist my clients on takes a holistic approach to tailor specific needs by combining different modalities to manage symptoms and promote healing. I work with all ages. I've gained significant experience in family/child welfare and foster care; abuse; domestic violence; neglect; PTSD; developmental disabilities; ASD; ADHD; parent training; systemic family therapy; substance abuse; depression; anxiety; bipolar; co-morbidity; and narcissistic personality disorder. I also examined the benefits of using mindfulness techniques during sport performances in order to achieve one's optimal potential.
The work I do and journey I assist my clients on takes a holistic approach to tailor specific needs by combining different modalities to manage symptoms and promote healing. I work with all ages. I've gained significant experience in family/child welfare and foster care; abuse; domestic violence; neglect; PTSD; developmental disabilities; ASD; ADHD; parent training; systemic family therapy; substance abuse; depression; anxiety; bipolar; co-morbidity; and narcissistic personality disorder. I also examined the benefits of using mindfulness techniques during sport performances in order to achieve one's optimal potential.
Robert Blackgrove
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
I am an experienced therapist who is skilled in working with clients who are dealing with a wide variety of issues and problems. In a relaxing and confidential environment, trusting relationships are established to enhance quality of life, functioning, health, and satisfaction. Areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, couples therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, coping skills training, psychological testing, stress management, EMDR, and hypnosis.
I am an experienced therapist who is skilled in working with clients who are dealing with a wide variety of issues and problems. In a relaxing and confidential environment, trusting relationships are established to enhance quality of life, functioning, health, and satisfaction. Areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, couples therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, coping skills training, psychological testing, stress management, EMDR, and hypnosis.
Frances M Berman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33140
My ideal client is someone that knows that they require some sort of assistance and are looking for guidance. They may have issues related to depression, to difficulty in peer relationships, and/or issues related to health and happiness. They want to feel better and are eager to receive help. They want to see more productive ways to deal with life and life issues. They are eager for change and are eager to accept new ways to deal with their clinical issues.
My ideal client is someone that knows that they require some sort of assistance and are looking for guidance. They may have issues related to depression, to difficulty in peer relationships, and/or issues related to health and happiness. They want to feel better and are eager to receive help. They want to see more productive ways to deal with life and life issues. They are eager for change and are eager to accept new ways to deal with their clinical issues.
Megan Guerrier
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Megan Guerrier is a Marriage & Family Therapist who attained her Master's degree at Nova Southeastern University back in 2014 and has been doing therapy ever since. Experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families offering a holistic approach to therapy. Megan has done therapy in Miami, Wyoming, Colorado, and now Homestead and has been studying psychology since her senior year in high school where she took AP psychology and fell in love with the field ever since.
Megan Guerrier is a Marriage & Family Therapist who attained her Master's degree at Nova Southeastern University back in 2014 and has been doing therapy ever since. Experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families offering a holistic approach to therapy. Megan has done therapy in Miami, Wyoming, Colorado, and now Homestead and has been studying psychology since her senior year in high school where she took AP psychology and fell in love with the field ever since.
Isabel Gonzalez
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Dr. Isabel Gonzalez is a bilingual (English-Spanish) pediatric neuropsychologist, licensed as a clinical psychologist, mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology and Child Psychology from Albizu University in Miami, Florida. Dr. Gonzalez completed her internship and a two-year fellowship in Bilingual Pediatric Neuropsychology at Children’s Hospital Colorado, ranked as one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the U.S. Dr. Gonzalez’s clinical experience has been based on internationally recognized hospitals in the United States.
Dr. Isabel Gonzalez is a bilingual (English-Spanish) pediatric neuropsychologist, licensed as a clinical psychologist, mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology and Child Psychology from Albizu University in Miami, Florida. Dr. Gonzalez completed her internship and a two-year fellowship in Bilingual Pediatric Neuropsychology at Children’s Hospital Colorado, ranked as one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the U.S. Dr. Gonzalez’s clinical experience has been based on internationally recognized hospitals in the United States.
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Autism Therapists
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.