Autism Therapists in Alabama
Backed by over eight years of experience supporting youth with ASD and families in intensive behavioral health environments, I bring a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed lens to my therapeutic work.
Clinical services provided under the direct supervision of Jennie Holmes, LPC-S (SC01065).
Is your child struggling with emotional outbursts, anxiety, or attention challenges? Are you a teen feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood? Or maybe you're a parent trying to navigate stress and changes in your family life. Whatever brought you here, I’m glad you're taking this step. I'm Zesha MacLaren, an Associate Licensed Counselor (ALC) in Enterprise, Alabama.
Backed by over eight years of experience supporting youth with ASD and families in intensive behavioral health environments, I bring a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed lens to my therapeutic work.
Clinical services provided under the direct supervision of Jennie Holmes, LPC-S (SC01065).
Is your child struggling with emotional outbursts, anxiety, or attention challenges? Are you a teen feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood? Or maybe you're a parent trying to navigate stress and changes in your family life. Whatever brought you here, I’m glad you're taking this step. I'm Zesha MacLaren, an Associate Licensed Counselor (ALC) in Enterprise, Alabama.
Following my internship I completed fellowships with the TEACCH Autism Program at the University of North Carolina and the University of Alabama Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic.
I work with preschoolers, children, adolescents, and families with a variety of presenting problems, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Behavior Problems, and Adjustment Problems. I also provide services to adults with developmental disabilities, including ASD, and their families.
Following my internship I completed fellowships with the TEACCH Autism Program at the University of North Carolina and the University of Alabama Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic.
I work with preschoolers, children, adolescents, and families with a variety of presenting problems, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Behavior Problems, and Adjustment Problems. I also provide services to adults with developmental disabilities, including ASD, and their families.
I have extensive professional experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder ( ASD) and other neurodevelopment disorders.
Welcome, I am so happy that you are here! Sometimes, life can go in a direction we were not expecting causing us to feel lost or overwhelmed. You may feel you are alone, but I promise you are not. In therapy, we can learn how to understand and live with difficult emotions and moments in life. Everyone is unique, making my approach to therapy different for everyone. My goal is to provide a therapeutic environment that allows families, children, and individuals to grow into their better selves through play and talk therapy.
I have extensive professional experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder ( ASD) and other neurodevelopment disorders.
Welcome, I am so happy that you are here! Sometimes, life can go in a direction we were not expecting causing us to feel lost or overwhelmed. You may feel you are alone, but I promise you are not. In therapy, we can learn how to understand and live with difficult emotions and moments in life. Everyone is unique, making my approach to therapy different for everyone. My goal is to provide a therapeutic environment that allows families, children, and individuals to grow into their better selves through play and talk therapy.
As a neurodivergent counselor, I find myself in a unique position to help other neurodivergent individuals as I understand many of the daily challenges we face with forming and maintaining relationships, navigating daily stressors, and managing executive dysfunction.
Hi! I'm Morgan Scott. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor under the supervision of Richard Fallin LPC-S in the state of Alabama. There are many challenges that we all face each and every day. As a counselor with AuDHD, I strive to help individuals learn how to regulate their emotions, process daily events through healthy and effective means, learn how to navigate executive dysfunction, and learn how to advocate for themselves in order to improve interpersonal relationships. Developing skills to help navigate life with neurodiversity allows us to have the confidence to take on challenges that we face each day.
As a neurodivergent counselor, I find myself in a unique position to help other neurodivergent individuals as I understand many of the daily challenges we face with forming and maintaining relationships, navigating daily stressors, and managing executive dysfunction.
Hi! I'm Morgan Scott. I am an Associate Licensed Counselor under the supervision of Richard Fallin LPC-S in the state of Alabama. There are many challenges that we all face each and every day. As a counselor with AuDHD, I strive to help individuals learn how to regulate their emotions, process daily events through healthy and effective means, learn how to navigate executive dysfunction, and learn how to advocate for themselves in order to improve interpersonal relationships. Developing skills to help navigate life with neurodiversity allows us to have the confidence to take on challenges that we face each day.
Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, autism, addiction, or challenges related to identity and belonging?
I work with children, teens, adults, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, attachment concerns, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ related issues. My approach is affirming, supportive, and individualized. Together, we create a space where you can feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore meaningful change.
Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, autism, addiction, or challenges related to identity and belonging?
I work with children, teens, adults, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, attachment concerns, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ related issues. My approach is affirming, supportive, and individualized. Together, we create a space where you can feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore meaningful change.
I enjoy working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder to encourage a rich understanding of the core symptoms of ASD and the ways they influence mental and physical functioning.
You are taking an important step towards the kind of life you want to live by considering counseling. The point of counseling is to empower you to realize what you care about and engage in life in a way that honors your values. Whether you are facing difficulty, feeling stuck, or hoping to preserve optimal well-being, therapy can help you identify thoughts, emotions and behaviors that might interfere with your ability to live a meaningful life. I can help you feel more able and willing to accept your circumstances and tolerate distress in service of your goals and values.
I enjoy working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder to encourage a rich understanding of the core symptoms of ASD and the ways they influence mental and physical functioning.
You are taking an important step towards the kind of life you want to live by considering counseling. The point of counseling is to empower you to realize what you care about and engage in life in a way that honors your values. Whether you are facing difficulty, feeling stuck, or hoping to preserve optimal well-being, therapy can help you identify thoughts, emotions and behaviors that might interfere with your ability to live a meaningful life. I can help you feel more able and willing to accept your circumstances and tolerate distress in service of your goals and values.
With over 20 years of special education teaching experience and training in clinical mental health counseling, I support clients facing ADHD, autism spectrum, anxiety, learning differences, and low self-esteem — helping them build confidence and creating lasting growth.
I help adolescents and adults who feels stuck, discouraged, misunderstood, or overwhelmed by patterns that aren’t working. They may be navigating life transitions, emotional struggles, academic or career challenges, or identity concerns. They want practical tools, clarity, and renewed confidence to move forward — not just symptom relief, but meaningful and lasting change. I provide a supportive, solution-focused space where we work together to remove barriers, build resilience, and restore direction.
With over 20 years of special education teaching experience and training in clinical mental health counseling, I support clients facing ADHD, autism spectrum, anxiety, learning differences, and low self-esteem — helping them build confidence and creating lasting growth.
I help adolescents and adults who feels stuck, discouraged, misunderstood, or overwhelmed by patterns that aren’t working. They may be navigating life transitions, emotional struggles, academic or career challenges, or identity concerns. They want practical tools, clarity, and renewed confidence to move forward — not just symptom relief, but meaningful and lasting change. I provide a supportive, solution-focused space where we work together to remove barriers, build resilience, and restore direction.
Barbara
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC, NCC, CAS, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Point Clear, AL 36564
I offer autism testing for teens & adults.
Depending on your preferences and needs, I may use various types of integrated modalities and neuroaffirmative care to help you move from here to where you want to be. These may include cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), trauma-informed modalities, solution-focused brief therapy, modified ABA, holistic counseling, movement/nutrition motivation and advocacy.
I offer autism testing for teens & adults.
Depending on your preferences and needs, I may use various types of integrated modalities and neuroaffirmative care to help you move from here to where you want to be. These may include cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), trauma-informed modalities, solution-focused brief therapy, modified ABA, holistic counseling, movement/nutrition motivation and advocacy.
I provide talk therapy and assessment for children and adults with a range of conditions, including anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, and autism (including DSM-IV Asperger's disorder).
I love helping people see new possibilities and opportunities in their life when previously they had faced difficulties. I find it meaningful to be able to support a client or a family in the process of trying new approaches to overcome the barriers they have to what matters. I also love learning about how to make our brains "work" better in our relationships, families, schools, workplaces, and other important social areas!
I provide talk therapy and assessment for children and adults with a range of conditions, including anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, and autism (including DSM-IV Asperger's disorder).
I love helping people see new possibilities and opportunities in their life when previously they had faced difficulties. I find it meaningful to be able to support a client or a family in the process of trying new approaches to overcome the barriers they have to what matters. I also love learning about how to make our brains "work" better in our relationships, families, schools, workplaces, and other important social areas!
We use play-based interventions to encourage children to explore issues like anxiety, depression, worry, tantrums, and other big emotions through play. We understand that a child's success relies heavily on parental involvement, so we prioritize providing essential support to parents such as parent email recaps and designating time for follow-up questions and feedback! Many parents feel left out or alone, our goal is consistent collaboration to supporting the client's treatment goals
We use play-based interventions to encourage children to explore issues like anxiety, depression, worry, tantrums, and other big emotions through play. We understand that a child's success relies heavily on parental involvement, so we prioritize providing essential support to parents such as parent email recaps and designating time for follow-up questions and feedback! Many parents feel left out or alone, our goal is consistent collaboration to supporting the client's treatment goals
As a therapist practicing humanistic therapy with a focus on holistic well-being, my ideal client is someone who is seeking a supportive and empowering space to explore their inner self and navigate life's challenges. They may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, or existential questions. My ideal client is motivated to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and transformation. They are open to exploring their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in a non-judgmental and compassionate therapeutic environment.
As a therapist practicing humanistic therapy with a focus on holistic well-being, my ideal client is someone who is seeking a supportive and empowering space to explore their inner self and navigate life's challenges. They may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, or existential questions. My ideal client is motivated to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and transformation. They are open to exploring their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in a non-judgmental and compassionate therapeutic environment.
I am an Associate Licensed Counselor who works with autistic teens and adults, as well as individuals across the neurodivergent spectrum. My approach is neuroaffirming and grounded in the belief that each person’s lived experience deserve respect and understanding.
In therapy, I focus on helping you build practical coping skills, strengthen self-understanding, and move toward goals that feel meaningful and achievable. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy to provide structured, goal-oriented support while remaining flexible to your individual needs.
I am an Associate Licensed Counselor who works with autistic teens and adults, as well as individuals across the neurodivergent spectrum. My approach is neuroaffirming and grounded in the belief that each person’s lived experience deserve respect and understanding.
In therapy, I focus on helping you build practical coping skills, strengthen self-understanding, and move toward goals that feel meaningful and achievable. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy to provide structured, goal-oriented support while remaining flexible to your individual needs.
My clinical experience includes working with neurodivergent individuals, trauma, somatic symptoms, anxiety, depression, grief, ambiguous loss, and life transitions.
Seeking counseling is not a sign of weakness—it is an act of courage. It takes strength to face difficult emotions, sit with uncertainty, and take steps toward healing.
Therapy is not about fixing you or offering quick solutions. It is about being heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. Every person carries a unique story shaped by lived experience, and I deeply respect the bravery it takes to share that story in a therapeutic space.
I bring a calm, compassionate presence into each session and strive to create an environment where clients feel safe, respected, and supported. I work with children, adolescents and adults.
My clinical experience includes working with neurodivergent individuals, trauma, somatic symptoms, anxiety, depression, grief, ambiguous loss, and life transitions.
Seeking counseling is not a sign of weakness—it is an act of courage. It takes strength to face difficult emotions, sit with uncertainty, and take steps toward healing.
Therapy is not about fixing you or offering quick solutions. It is about being heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. Every person carries a unique story shaped by lived experience, and I deeply respect the bravery it takes to share that story in a therapeutic space.
I bring a calm, compassionate presence into each session and strive to create an environment where clients feel safe, respected, and supported. I work with children, adolescents and adults.
Life isn't always easy. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, parenting stress, and life transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. Whether you're seeking healing, greater balance, or simply a place to begin, you don't have to face it alone. Together, we'll build on your strengths and develop practical, evidence-based strategies that empower you to move toward hope, healing, and living your best life.
Life isn't always easy. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, parenting stress, and life transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. Whether you're seeking healing, greater balance, or simply a place to begin, you don't have to face it alone. Together, we'll build on your strengths and develop practical, evidence-based strategies that empower you to move toward hope, healing, and living your best life.
Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, trauma, ADHD, autism, relationship challenges, or the demands of everyday life?
I work with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. I have extensive training in ADHD, autism, suicidality, Play Therapy, trauma, and anxiety. Whether you're navigating a crisis, seeking personal growth, or supporting a loved one, I strive to meet you where you are.
Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, trauma, ADHD, autism, relationship challenges, or the demands of everyday life?
I work with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. I have extensive training in ADHD, autism, suicidality, Play Therapy, trauma, and anxiety. Whether you're navigating a crisis, seeking personal growth, or supporting a loved one, I strive to meet you where you are.
Being neurodivergent comes with unique challenges and needs.
I utilize mindfulness-based approaches and innovative Brainspotting therapy to foster resilience and promote healing. I love working with individuals with ADHD and Autism and have a strong focus on trauma, parenting, and early childhood development. I am Geek Therapy Certified.
Being neurodivergent comes with unique challenges and needs.
I utilize mindfulness-based approaches and innovative Brainspotting therapy to foster resilience and promote healing. I love working with individuals with ADHD and Autism and have a strong focus on trauma, parenting, and early childhood development. I am Geek Therapy Certified.
I am also a Certified Autism Specialist!
Day to day life can be draining and stressful! Juggling the numerous social roles and responsibilities of today's world can be overwhelming, especially if you factor in Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, and/or other mental health issues. Sometimes just finding a place to start can be the biggest thing to tackle, where to begin?
Do you want to find a way to make life easier to cope with? Do you want to learn to love yourself and build better and healthier relationships? How about understanding how trauma can affect your behaviors, ways of thinking, and relationships? If you said yes to any of these, then let's begin your NEW ERA together!
I am also a Certified Autism Specialist!
Day to day life can be draining and stressful! Juggling the numerous social roles and responsibilities of today's world can be overwhelming, especially if you factor in Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, and/or other mental health issues. Sometimes just finding a place to start can be the biggest thing to tackle, where to begin?
Do you want to find a way to make life easier to cope with? Do you want to learn to love yourself and build better and healthier relationships? How about understanding how trauma can affect your behaviors, ways of thinking, and relationships? If you said yes to any of these, then let's begin your NEW ERA together!
I work with thoughtful, self-aware adults who are carrying more than others often realize. Many struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout, identity questions, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or feeling stuck despite years of insight and effort. Clients often come to therapy exhausted from survival mode, masking, caretaking, or navigating painful relationships and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed, integrating IFS, Brainspotting, somatic, and nervous-system-informed care to help clients heal, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust.
I work with thoughtful, self-aware adults who are carrying more than others often realize. Many struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout, identity questions, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or feeling stuck despite years of insight and effort. Clients often come to therapy exhausted from survival mode, masking, caretaking, or navigating painful relationships and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed, integrating IFS, Brainspotting, somatic, and nervous-system-informed care to help clients heal, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety.
My ideal client may be struggling with anxiety, past trauma, addiction, or major life changes. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain—but they’re ready for support and open to growth. They want to feel more in control, build healthier coping skills, and find peace in their daily life. Whether healing from the past or navigating a new season, they’re looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to be heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety.
My ideal client may be struggling with anxiety, past trauma, addiction, or major life changes. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain—but they’re ready for support and open to growth. They want to feel more in control, build healthier coping skills, and find peace in their daily life. Whether healing from the past or navigating a new season, they’re looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to be heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.
Whether you are seeking help for autism, mood disorder or behavioral challenges, or other life difficulties, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Our mission is to empower individuals to thrive in their homes, schools & communities while minimizing the need for inpatient psychiatric care. We provide support & treatment to enhance our client's quality of life. With over 28 years of experience in mental health and rehabilitation, I inspire individuals to overcome barriers & embrace fulfilling lives.
Whether you are seeking help for autism, mood disorder or behavioral challenges, or other life difficulties, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Our mission is to empower individuals to thrive in their homes, schools & communities while minimizing the need for inpatient psychiatric care. We provide support & treatment to enhance our client's quality of life. With over 28 years of experience in mental health and rehabilitation, I inspire individuals to overcome barriers & embrace fulfilling lives.
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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.