Autism Therapists in 01420
Are there times you think your child is capable of better performance in school? Do you feel your child's academic performance is slipping and are you looking for a way to identify educational problems and address them? Neuropsychological and psycho-educational testing may be the answer. I provide comprehensive neuropsychological testing services to preschoolers through young adults. My test battery and report help uncover the underlying causes of academic underachievement such as ADHD, motor skills disorders, communication disorders, mood disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, congenital learning disabilities (LD), inadequate education or a combination of these factors.
Are there times you think your child is capable of better performance in school? Do you feel your child's academic performance is slipping and are you looking for a way to identify educational problems and address them? Neuropsychological and psycho-educational testing may be the answer. I provide comprehensive neuropsychological testing services to preschoolers through young adults. My test battery and report help uncover the underlying causes of academic underachievement such as ADHD, motor skills disorders, communication disorders, mood disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, congenital learning disabilities (LD), inadequate education or a combination of these factors.
Behavioral Health Perspectives
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Hello Everyone! Thank you for checking out my page. I have had many years of working with different populations, and have enjoyed learning new people, cultures, and different types of people. I always try to meet the person where they are at, and try to give them the most support and treatment as I can working collaboratively together.
Hello Everyone! Thank you for checking out my page. I have had many years of working with different populations, and have enjoyed learning new people, cultures, and different types of people. I always try to meet the person where they are at, and try to give them the most support and treatment as I can working collaboratively together.
My philosophy on therapy comes from Marsha Linehan - Everyone is doing the best they can at any given moment. And my role is to help people identify the ways in which they can improve managing their emotions, thoughts, and actions. I use a combination of CBT, DBT, MBT (Mentalization Based Therapy), and Motivational Interviewing. I have also helped clients with OCD use outpatient exposure therapy for their compulsions and intrusive thoughts. The clients who will benefit the most are adolescents and adults whom are ready to look into and change ineffective patterns so they can live their best lives.
My philosophy on therapy comes from Marsha Linehan - Everyone is doing the best they can at any given moment. And my role is to help people identify the ways in which they can improve managing their emotions, thoughts, and actions. I use a combination of CBT, DBT, MBT (Mentalization Based Therapy), and Motivational Interviewing. I have also helped clients with OCD use outpatient exposure therapy for their compulsions and intrusive thoughts. The clients who will benefit the most are adolescents and adults whom are ready to look into and change ineffective patterns so they can live their best lives.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and a Transition Specialist with over 20 years of experience working as a counselor, focused on mental health counseling, rehabilitation counseling, and transition planning for transition-age youth. I have provided counseling services to individuals and families coping with depression, anxiety, thought disorders, ADHD, and OCD. I have provided rehabilitation counseling services to persons wanting help with careers or vocations. In addition, I support families who are transitioning their children from high school to adult living and connect with the necess
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and a Transition Specialist with over 20 years of experience working as a counselor, focused on mental health counseling, rehabilitation counseling, and transition planning for transition-age youth. I have provided counseling services to individuals and families coping with depression, anxiety, thought disorders, ADHD, and OCD. I have provided rehabilitation counseling services to persons wanting help with careers or vocations. In addition, I support families who are transitioning their children from high school to adult living and connect with the necess
Amanda Urato, LMHC, New Inspiration Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, MA 01420 (Online Only)
I will guide you towards FEELING better and DOING better in your life–especially in your relationships! My belief and my experience shows me that we have within us deep wells of strengths, and the capacity to heal and move forward in our lives. But it sure helps to have someone in your corner: Together, we will understand your patterns (your internal patterns, and the patterns in your relationships). With my support, with new insights, and perhaps some new skills, you'll be read to make some positive changes: ...real progress, that lasts!
I will guide you towards FEELING better and DOING better in your life–especially in your relationships! My belief and my experience shows me that we have within us deep wells of strengths, and the capacity to heal and move forward in our lives. But it sure helps to have someone in your corner: Together, we will understand your patterns (your internal patterns, and the patterns in your relationships). With my support, with new insights, and perhaps some new skills, you'll be read to make some positive changes: ...real progress, that lasts!
The aim of my practice is to help reduce moments of suffering and discomfort while increasing moments of joy, connectedness and resilience. At the core of my approach to therapy, is the belief that you are the expert of your life! Together, we will connect to your emotional experience, explore why certain patterns of thinking and behaving exist, heal wounds of the past, and create meaningful change. I adopt a humanistic, strengths based and trauma informed approach to my practice, drawing from a variety of modalities to incorporate both the mind and body; most commonly incorporating Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Internal Family
The aim of my practice is to help reduce moments of suffering and discomfort while increasing moments of joy, connectedness and resilience. At the core of my approach to therapy, is the belief that you are the expert of your life! Together, we will connect to your emotional experience, explore why certain patterns of thinking and behaving exist, heal wounds of the past, and create meaningful change. I adopt a humanistic, strengths based and trauma informed approach to my practice, drawing from a variety of modalities to incorporate both the mind and body; most commonly incorporating Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Internal Family
Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.- Charles Swindoll Having worked in this field for nearly 30 years, my experience helps me to understand my clients and to draw upon practical ideas for ways to manage the situation at hand. It's all in the way you look at it, what you focus on, and doing what you can to control the situation. Knowing the past is helpful to understand the present, but it's not always helpful for making changes. I will work with you to identify what you would like to see happen, and how to get as close to that result as possible.
Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.- Charles Swindoll Having worked in this field for nearly 30 years, my experience helps me to understand my clients and to draw upon practical ideas for ways to manage the situation at hand. It's all in the way you look at it, what you focus on, and doing what you can to control the situation. Knowing the past is helpful to understand the present, but it's not always helpful for making changes. I will work with you to identify what you would like to see happen, and how to get as close to that result as possible.
Anxiety & Mood Specialist, Mind Matters Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fitchburg, MA 01420 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck, burned out, or just trying to get through each day? If anxiety or depression has you feeling hopeless, or if thoughts of change are leaving you overwhelmed? You're not alone. Finding someone you can trust to share your true feelings with can be difficult. At Mind Matters Counseling, we're here to help you navigate your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. We offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore new perspectives and validate your feelings with the best practices in therapy.
Feeling stuck, burned out, or just trying to get through each day? If anxiety or depression has you feeling hopeless, or if thoughts of change are leaving you overwhelmed? You're not alone. Finding someone you can trust to share your true feelings with can be difficult. At Mind Matters Counseling, we're here to help you navigate your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. We offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore new perspectives and validate your feelings with the best practices in therapy.
Words are our most powerful tool in expressing ourselves. It can be liberating and insightful. I can guide you to expressing your most inner thoughts and feelings, a path to exploring, understanding and gaining greater insight into ourselves. It can be difficult to find the time and energy to confront the things that make us unhappy, or to simply explore who we are and how we came to be that way. You may feel "stuck" in certain patterns of relationships, and wish that you were more content. You may want to have someone outside of your experiences to help give you perspective on these issues, but worry about finding the right person
Words are our most powerful tool in expressing ourselves. It can be liberating and insightful. I can guide you to expressing your most inner thoughts and feelings, a path to exploring, understanding and gaining greater insight into ourselves. It can be difficult to find the time and energy to confront the things that make us unhappy, or to simply explore who we are and how we came to be that way. You may feel "stuck" in certain patterns of relationships, and wish that you were more content. You may want to have someone outside of your experiences to help give you perspective on these issues, but worry about finding the right person
Maureen F. Sappett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fitchburg, MA 01420
I enjoy working with all ages. Over the last 20 years I have worked with children,tweens,adolescents,adults,couples and their families. Creating a therapeutic environment, which is safe,non-judgemental and caring, is one of my main goals. Every individual has a unique set of circumstances. This requires a personalized intervention to create the changes needed to gain the insight to better understand themselves and others. Once becoming empowered with the skills to feel confident about themselves and their environment they soon find life becomes more managable and easier to navigate through.
I enjoy working with all ages. Over the last 20 years I have worked with children,tweens,adolescents,adults,couples and their families. Creating a therapeutic environment, which is safe,non-judgemental and caring, is one of my main goals. Every individual has a unique set of circumstances. This requires a personalized intervention to create the changes needed to gain the insight to better understand themselves and others. Once becoming empowered with the skills to feel confident about themselves and their environment they soon find life becomes more managable and easier to navigate through.
Welcome! Your visit to the website suggests that you are interested in growth and making positive changes in your life. I am a licensed mental health counselor and am passionate about working with adolescents to adults who struggle with the following problems: depression, anxiety/stress, mood disorders, low self esteem, anger management, relationship issues, parenting challenges, as well as issues that can result from the wide variety of challenging circumstances that life may present. As your counselor, I will strive to develop, with you, a collaborative therapeutic relationship and safe environment in which you feel valued, respected and validated.
Welcome! Your visit to the website suggests that you are interested in growth and making positive changes in your life. I am a licensed mental health counselor and am passionate about working with adolescents to adults who struggle with the following problems: depression, anxiety/stress, mood disorders, low self esteem, anger management, relationship issues, parenting challenges, as well as issues that can result from the wide variety of challenging circumstances that life may present. As your counselor, I will strive to develop, with you, a collaborative therapeutic relationship and safe environment in which you feel valued, respected and validated.
Abigail Breese-Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Welcome to our Breese Community Counseling! www.breesecs.com Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, we offer a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your unique needs. During our session we might work through past experiences that have shaped your current situation, current stressors that are affecting your day-to-day or managing the changes that come through transitioning into older adulthood.
Welcome to our Breese Community Counseling! www.breesecs.com Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, we offer a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your unique needs. During our session we might work through past experiences that have shaped your current situation, current stressors that are affecting your day-to-day or managing the changes that come through transitioning into older adulthood.
Accepting new clients: I am a License Mental health Counselor in the State of MA and NH. As a dedicated mental health therapist, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective support for individuals navigating a range of emotional and psychological challenges. With extensive experience in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, mood disorders, and more, I am committed to helping clients achieve greater well-being and personal growth. I am deeply committed to fostering a welcoming and diverse therapeutic environment where every individual feels respected and valued.
Accepting new clients: I am a License Mental health Counselor in the State of MA and NH. As a dedicated mental health therapist, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective support for individuals navigating a range of emotional and psychological challenges. With extensive experience in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, mood disorders, and more, I am committed to helping clients achieve greater well-being and personal growth. I am deeply committed to fostering a welcoming and diverse therapeutic environment where every individual feels respected and valued.
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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.