Autism Therapists in 11217
Julia Jacobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11217
I have over 15 years of experience working with children and families. I have treated children with a variety of issues, including: attention and hyperactivity disorders, autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorders, and other behavioral difficulties. I work with children who have experienced trauma, have attachment difficulties, family disruptions, or adjustment issues. I have experience running social skills groups and am trained in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy. I am a member of the Association for Play Therapy and am a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor.
I have over 15 years of experience working with children and families. I have treated children with a variety of issues, including: attention and hyperactivity disorders, autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorders, and other behavioral difficulties. I work with children who have experienced trauma, have attachment difficulties, family disruptions, or adjustment issues. I have experience running social skills groups and am trained in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy. I am a member of the Association for Play Therapy and am a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor.
My practice largely serves folks in the LGBTQIA+ community to address their unique needs, but all are welcome. A major focus of my work is with Complex Trauma - supporting folks who have been through subtle or not-so-subtle physical, emotional, and sexual traumas or neglect. Emphasis is placed on how one’s childhood environment can shape adulthood patterns of behavior and relationships. We can work to uncover where these patterns came from, if they are serving you now, and how to shift them if they are not. I also work with folks on the Autism Spectrum, with a focus on the challenges facing those who were diagnosed after childhood.
My practice largely serves folks in the LGBTQIA+ community to address their unique needs, but all are welcome. A major focus of my work is with Complex Trauma - supporting folks who have been through subtle or not-so-subtle physical, emotional, and sexual traumas or neglect. Emphasis is placed on how one’s childhood environment can shape adulthood patterns of behavior and relationships. We can work to uncover where these patterns came from, if they are serving you now, and how to shift them if they are not. I also work with folks on the Autism Spectrum, with a focus on the challenges facing those who were diagnosed after childhood.
Dr. Susan Mariano Lapidus
Board Certified Behavior Analyst, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Drawing from the latest research and best practices, I focus on addressing the social, behavioral, and learning needs of individuals across all age groups, with a particular emphasis on early childhood. My areas of expertise extend to working with clients, with or without formal diagnoses, such as autism (ASD), ADHD, and learning disabilities.
Drawing from the latest research and best practices, I focus on addressing the social, behavioral, and learning needs of individuals across all age groups, with a particular emphasis on early childhood. My areas of expertise extend to working with clients, with or without formal diagnoses, such as autism (ASD), ADHD, and learning disabilities.
I support adults, adolescents, and children with stress, anxiety, trauma, Autism, and ADHD.
Are you struggling to find balance in your life? Are you looking for deeper relationships? I believe that therapy should be collaborative and improve the quality of your life. It should be a place where you can honestly share your stress and find the resources within yourself to cope. Sometimes, we are able to quickly move past negative events in our lives and, other times, we need more skills. I have advanced training in EMDR therapy to help people get past those stuck points and make deep internal changes. I enjoy supporting people through big life transitions (including starting a career, dating, and becoming a parent).
I support adults, adolescents, and children with stress, anxiety, trauma, Autism, and ADHD.
Are you struggling to find balance in your life? Are you looking for deeper relationships? I believe that therapy should be collaborative and improve the quality of your life. It should be a place where you can honestly share your stress and find the resources within yourself to cope. Sometimes, we are able to quickly move past negative events in our lives and, other times, we need more skills. I have advanced training in EMDR therapy to help people get past those stuck points and make deep internal changes. I enjoy supporting people through big life transitions (including starting a career, dating, and becoming a parent).
Dr. Bonnee Price-Linden, PhD, director of Linden Neuropsychological Services (LNS), is a specialist in pediatric neuropsychology, using state of the art techniques in neuroplasticity focused on neurocognitive rehabilitation, permiting the brain to form or reorganize synaptic connections prevalent in birth disorders, learning & physical disabilities or following injury. With over 30 years experience, she has gained expertise for children who exhibit any neurocognitive processing disorder which includes Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, TBI due to birth or accident, PTSD& genetic disabilities that interfere with life achievement.
Dr. Bonnee Price-Linden, PhD, director of Linden Neuropsychological Services (LNS), is a specialist in pediatric neuropsychology, using state of the art techniques in neuroplasticity focused on neurocognitive rehabilitation, permiting the brain to form or reorganize synaptic connections prevalent in birth disorders, learning & physical disabilities or following injury. With over 30 years experience, she has gained expertise for children who exhibit any neurocognitive processing disorder which includes Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, TBI due to birth or accident, PTSD& genetic disabilities that interfere with life achievement.
I specialize in work with children and families. I can help children with both school and home issues. I also work well with creative individuals, as well as young adults in transition. I frequently work with lawyers and academics. My extensive education, experience and interests support my work with many types of people and problems. . My knowledge of childhood development helps everyone, since we all have that child within us. I look forward to talking to you and discussing the possibilities of working together therapeutically. Your questions and concerns are welcome.
I specialize in work with children and families. I can help children with both school and home issues. I also work well with creative individuals, as well as young adults in transition. I frequently work with lawyers and academics. My extensive education, experience and interests support my work with many types of people and problems. . My knowledge of childhood development helps everyone, since we all have that child within us. I look forward to talking to you and discussing the possibilities of working together therapeutically. Your questions and concerns are welcome.
As an intern at Closetless Mental Health Counseling PLLC, I work primarily with the LGBTQ+ community. I am also passionate about working with polyamorous folks, sex workers, and members of the kink community. If you have been considering therapy, but have trouble finding a nonjudgemental, sex positive, or LGBTQ affirming therapist, this is the space for you!
As an intern at Closetless Mental Health Counseling PLLC, I work primarily with the LGBTQ+ community. I am also passionate about working with polyamorous folks, sex workers, and members of the kink community. If you have been considering therapy, but have trouble finding a nonjudgemental, sex positive, or LGBTQ affirming therapist, this is the space for you!
Closetless Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217 (Online Only)
Our mission is to extend quality, affordable mental health services to sexual, racial, and gender minorities in New York State. We want to provide a place where people from all walks and life can feel safe and understood while receiving mental health care from a dedicated, nonjudgmental professional.
Our mission is to extend quality, affordable mental health services to sexual, racial, and gender minorities in New York State. We want to provide a place where people from all walks and life can feel safe and understood while receiving mental health care from a dedicated, nonjudgmental professional.
Ridge Psychological was founded in 2017 by Dr. De Santis who had many years of experience in hospital settings and private practice. We offer an array of services for children, adolescents and adults including consultations, neuropsychological, psychological and educational testing and therapy services at two convenient locations, in Park Slope and Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. We are invested in making sure you get expert care throughout the time you are working with us. That starts with a phone consultation with one of our seasoned psychologists to hear your concerns and educate you on the care we provide.
Ridge Psychological was founded in 2017 by Dr. De Santis who had many years of experience in hospital settings and private practice. We offer an array of services for children, adolescents and adults including consultations, neuropsychological, psychological and educational testing and therapy services at two convenient locations, in Park Slope and Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. We are invested in making sure you get expert care throughout the time you are working with us. That starts with a phone consultation with one of our seasoned psychologists to hear your concerns and educate you on the care we provide.
I offer my clients a nonjudgmental space where they can explore their feelings, learn more about themselves, and continue to grow. Life can often be challenging, and I like to help others feel confident in their ability to get through those tough times. I have training in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and psychodynamic therapy. Every person is unique, and I collaborate with each client to develop a plan that is tailored to them.
I offer my clients a nonjudgmental space where they can explore their feelings, learn more about themselves, and continue to grow. Life can often be challenging, and I like to help others feel confident in their ability to get through those tough times. I have training in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and psychodynamic therapy. Every person is unique, and I collaborate with each client to develop a plan that is tailored to them.
Dwellness provides therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan via home-based, innovative in-person, and teletherapy practices. We believe that therapy should be comfortable, accessible, and customized to each individual client. Even when providing care virtually, Dwellness clinicians remain intentional about integrating the client’s space into the healing and growth processes. Our ability to meet you where you are and our creative framework to therapy allows us to provide optimal support for our clients.
Dwellness provides therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan via home-based, innovative in-person, and teletherapy practices. We believe that therapy should be comfortable, accessible, and customized to each individual client. Even when providing care virtually, Dwellness clinicians remain intentional about integrating the client’s space into the healing and growth processes. Our ability to meet you where you are and our creative framework to therapy allows us to provide optimal support for our clients.
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I am a mindfully compassionate licensed psychologist with a temperament that is innately optimistic. Over the past 25 years, I am grateful to have had many opportunities to provide evidence based therapeutic services to a diverse client population that encompass a wide range of cultures, developmental ages and psychiatric issues. As a passionate life-long student, I obtained a doctor of psychology degree in Applied Psychology from New York University Steinhardt School of Human Development and Education as well as a master’s of science in education and an advanced certificate in school psychology from Brooklyn College.
I am a mindfully compassionate licensed psychologist with a temperament that is innately optimistic. Over the past 25 years, I am grateful to have had many opportunities to provide evidence based therapeutic services to a diverse client population that encompass a wide range of cultures, developmental ages and psychiatric issues. As a passionate life-long student, I obtained a doctor of psychology degree in Applied Psychology from New York University Steinhardt School of Human Development and Education as well as a master’s of science in education and an advanced certificate in school psychology from Brooklyn College.
Harmony Mental Health, Nooshin Golshani, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217 (Online Only)
Whether new to therapy, transferring clinicians, or coming back after a break, I welcome you to engage at a pace you are ready for. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, cultural challenges, parenting, and more. I also provide insight oriented therapy where we deepen the understanding of your experiences and work towards creating a fulfilling and balanced life. I take a holistic approach to therapy and can explore with you the many facets of your life and how they intersect with your mental health. I am diversity, neurodiversity, and LGBTQ+ affirming, and open to all who are ready to engage in treatment.
Whether new to therapy, transferring clinicians, or coming back after a break, I welcome you to engage at a pace you are ready for. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, cultural challenges, parenting, and more. I also provide insight oriented therapy where we deepen the understanding of your experiences and work towards creating a fulfilling and balanced life. I take a holistic approach to therapy and can explore with you the many facets of your life and how they intersect with your mental health. I am diversity, neurodiversity, and LGBTQ+ affirming, and open to all who are ready to engage in treatment.
Lilly Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11217 (Online Only)
Therapy can help bring awareness to our patterns of thought and behavior, allow space to feel the emotions we don’t always give ourselves time for, understand the impact of trauma and heal from it, and learn skills to emotionally regulate, communicate more intentionally, see new perspectives. Therapy is a place to be free of stigma and fear of judgment. It’s a place where you don’t have to present yourself as a finished product; in therapy, we get to stay in rough draft.
Therapy can help bring awareness to our patterns of thought and behavior, allow space to feel the emotions we don’t always give ourselves time for, understand the impact of trauma and heal from it, and learn skills to emotionally regulate, communicate more intentionally, see new perspectives. Therapy is a place to be free of stigma and fear of judgment. It’s a place where you don’t have to present yourself as a finished product; in therapy, we get to stay in rough draft.
Joseph Campbell wrote that, "Opportunities to find deeper power within ourselves come when life seems most challenging." I applaud the courage it takes to reach out for help, knowing that our first reaction to debilitating fear, pain, and life challenges is often to try to ignore or avoid it. Therapy is an opportunity to suffer less and thrive more, and undergo transformation in the context of a safe and supportive environment.
Joseph Campbell wrote that, "Opportunities to find deeper power within ourselves come when life seems most challenging." I applaud the courage it takes to reach out for help, knowing that our first reaction to debilitating fear, pain, and life challenges is often to try to ignore or avoid it. Therapy is an opportunity to suffer less and thrive more, and undergo transformation in the context of a safe and supportive environment.
Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
We bring meaning to our lives through the stories we tell and questions we ask. While language may feel intangible, therapeutic conversations help us find wisdom in our experiences. Recontextualizing our stories can bring us greater clarity and self-compassion. My therapeutic approach is empathetic, creative, and holistic. I am psychodynamically oriented, meaning that I will invite you to guide the content of our conversations. Together we will explore recurring themes and patterns that emerge, and look to the past to gain insight into the present.
We bring meaning to our lives through the stories we tell and questions we ask. While language may feel intangible, therapeutic conversations help us find wisdom in our experiences. Recontextualizing our stories can bring us greater clarity and self-compassion. My therapeutic approach is empathetic, creative, and holistic. I am psychodynamically oriented, meaning that I will invite you to guide the content of our conversations. Together we will explore recurring themes and patterns that emerge, and look to the past to gain insight into the present.
Lauren C Ricciardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, CYI
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11217 (Online Only)
I provide empathic treatment to teens & women presenting with various clinical needs. An eclectic therapeutic approach is provided, including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, play, art & yoga therapies. I provide treatment to those experiencing symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem issues, future/career planning, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, or developmental & learning disabilities. I look forward to working with you closely & compassionately to identify your strengths, challenges, & areas to focus emotional energy to move towards growth, healing, & change. Together we will support you to empower & guide you towards goals that will help you feeling more emotionally positive, healthy, & balanced.
I provide empathic treatment to teens & women presenting with various clinical needs. An eclectic therapeutic approach is provided, including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, play, art & yoga therapies. I provide treatment to those experiencing symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem issues, future/career planning, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, or developmental & learning disabilities. I look forward to working with you closely & compassionately to identify your strengths, challenges, & areas to focus emotional energy to move towards growth, healing, & change. Together we will support you to empower & guide you towards goals that will help you feeling more emotionally positive, healthy, & balanced.
There are many therapists. Why work with me? I specialize in men's issues and have a decade of clinical experience. I help men address symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, with a particular focus on problematic anger, emotional numbness, relationship conflict, and domestic violence. I don’t overpromise; I value your time, and my goal is to provide efficient and effective psychotherapy. I use evidence-based therapy to improve my clients' symptoms and help them reach a point where they no longer need therapy. To learn more about working together and whether we would be a good fit, reach out for a free consultation.
There are many therapists. Why work with me? I specialize in men's issues and have a decade of clinical experience. I help men address symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, with a particular focus on problematic anger, emotional numbness, relationship conflict, and domestic violence. I don’t overpromise; I value your time, and my goal is to provide efficient and effective psychotherapy. I use evidence-based therapy to improve my clients' symptoms and help them reach a point where they no longer need therapy. To learn more about working together and whether we would be a good fit, reach out for a free consultation.
Relationship strain, communication issues, PTSD, anxiety, trauma, mistrust of happiness and feelings of depression are some of the experiences I help you heal from. I work with folks whose past pains are inhibiting present fulfillment within relationships and quality of life. We work together to navigate stressors and responsibilities they are expected to keep up with, while managing past pains to relearn safety on their current path. I treat the person as a whole- meaning in addition to your psyche, I also take into account your environmental, circumstantial, and physical self and how that impacts your mental health overall.
Relationship strain, communication issues, PTSD, anxiety, trauma, mistrust of happiness and feelings of depression are some of the experiences I help you heal from. I work with folks whose past pains are inhibiting present fulfillment within relationships and quality of life. We work together to navigate stressors and responsibilities they are expected to keep up with, while managing past pains to relearn safety on their current path. I treat the person as a whole- meaning in addition to your psyche, I also take into account your environmental, circumstantial, and physical self and how that impacts your mental health overall.
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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.