Asperger's Syndrome Therapists in Canton, MA

I have over 30 years experience treating adults, children and adolescents individually and with their families. I help my patients find strategies to cope with and overcome social, emotional and behavioral difficulties associated with Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Asperger Syndrome. I conduct independent psycho-educational evaluations to determine a child's learning style, strengths/weaknesses and eligibility for special education services. I consult with districts/families and advocate on behalf of students with learning disabilities and emotional issues in the Massachusetts area.

What if each member of your home could find happiness? Lower stress? Communicate more effectively? Stop walking on eggshells? Manage their emotions? What if life became a little easier or more bearable, or even enjoyable?! What if the tension was lower? We work with individuals and family units to learn what those unhelpful thinking patterns are and how to change them; how to move away from isolation: change behavior so there are more positive outcomes; take back control of their emotions and their lives; connect more deeply.

I believe that individuals can improve their relationships and lives through insight and acceptance, and by changing problematic behaviors. I offer support and guidance by creating a collaborative, welcoming, and empathic therapy environment. The relationship between client and therapist is an important part of the work, and I pay close attention to this dynamic as therapy progresses. My clients are typically college students, adults, and parents looking for guidance. My approach is informed by Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) therapies, I also draw from other modalities to customize treatment to each individual's therapy goals.

With over a decade in human services, I integrate Brain Spotting, Cognitive Behavioral, Schema, and more, focusing on the LGBTQIA+, disabilities, substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodivergent communities. My inclusive approach emphasizes understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by these groups, offering tailored support to promote resilience, self-acceptance, and personal growth. I enrich my practice with an existential perspective, delving into profound existential questions and aiding clients in discovering meaning and navigating life's complexities.

With over 2 decades of experience, my practice falls into two main categories. The first is with children, adolescents, and adults who face challenges specifically around anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders, which are negatively impacting their functioning at home, school, and/or other activities/environments. The second is in adoption and non-parental event experiences. As an adoption therapist and domestic adoption program director, I have worked with all members of the adoption constellation dealing with pre and post adoption related issues, transracial adoption, late discovery adoptees, as well as NPE/MPE individuals.

I am a Latina therapist certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (C-DBT), who works with adolescents and adults in-person and via telehealth in the state of Massachusetts. I practice through a social justice, trauma-informed, and liberation health lens. I aim to create a therapeutic space that centers and uplifts the needs of people with marginalized identities and bodies, such as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse individuals.

With adults I provide a supportive environment to work on practical strategies to improve your life. Our main focus is on your present and future, but if past feelings, behaviors and situations are still getting in your way we explore what happened and work on creating healthier patterns. In working with children and teens I teach skills and strategies, and periodically bring parents into sessions. I have expertise to share, but you are the expert on your child! We'll all work together to build on your child's strengths, increase their confidence and solve problems at home or school.

Deciding to see a therapist is the first, and sometimes the most difficult, step on your journey to emotional wellness. I am here to offer a safe and confidential space so you can communicate freely and experience your feelings without having to hold back.

In a warm, compassionate & friendly manner, I hope to guide my clients to identify and alleviate life challenges and empower them to achieve their potential. Symptoms include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma & dissociation, learning and behavioral difficulty, developmental issues, relationship conflicts, social anxiety, loss/grief, life transitions, parenting stress, health/medical concerns, healthy life style, physical pain, chronic illness, peer issues, Aspergers & PDD, adoption and bariatric surgery consultation. Approaches include cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, interpersonal, supportive, and mind/body techniques (e.g., mindfulness meditation, relaxation, visualization and Qi Gong). I am trained in EFT. I am interested in the role of spirituality and religion on well-being.

Accepting new clients Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays daytime only please email. Counseling can be an exciting and challenging experience. Together I can help you focus on & repair struggles from day to day life. Whether it be stress, worry, depression,conflict or even feeling "off", let’s start this journey together and focus on creating a new chapter.

Adeola (she/her/hers) works with children, adolescents, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment issues, autism, grief and other life stressors and issues. She takes a strengths-based approach to therapy in order to empower clients to explore strengths and skill building within themselves. Adeola is intentional about meeting clients where they are at, ensuring comfort and growing with them to reach their goals and needs of support. Adeola utilizes various modalities including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy and Play Therapy.

Alex (they/them) is a genderqueer clinician who received their Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Boston University in May 2022. Alex has experience working with clients across ages, identities and mental health obstacles. They have specific experience working with LGBTQIA+ clients, adolescents and transition age youth (14-24), college students, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and neurodivergence. Alex believes that the relationship between a counselor and client is the most important thing in therapy, so they take attention to shape a supportive and therapeutic environment around a client.

Therapy can seem daunting and overwhelming, but I am here to help. My experience is mainly with children, adolescents, and women who face challenges specifically around anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. We will work together to identify achievable goals (such as improving self-esteem or finding tools to decrease worries), using a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavior therapy, mindfulness, and strength-based therapy. Regardless of the techniques I’m trained in, I always individualize my approach to meet the needs of everyone I help. We will work together to help you feel more in control of your life.

I help people who are struggling with depression, anxiety or who are simply unhappy with their lives. Using a method I call Health Realization I help my clients understand how to access their own inner health to provide more well-being and more satisfaction with daily life. Most of my clients report feeling happier and more satisfied with their lives as a result. They have a more positive perspective toward life in general and feel more joy and well-being.