Therapists in Dallas, TX
University Park Counseling & Testing Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
At UPC, we have Certified Autism Specialists who have extensive training and experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
Are you ready to start living your life to its fullest potential? At UPC, you will find caring and genuine support for you and your family. Our hope is that you'll find a fresh perspective and learn more effective and efficient ways of coping with what life brings your way. Many of our clients discover renewed self-confidence, serenity, balance, and wellness. Relationships and work performance improve with this new outlook on life. You are given the tools you need to build and maintain a fulfilling life, along with a deeper sense of your life's meaning and purpose.
At UPC, we have Certified Autism Specialists who have extensive training and experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
Are you ready to start living your life to its fullest potential? At UPC, you will find caring and genuine support for you and your family. Our hope is that you'll find a fresh perspective and learn more effective and efficient ways of coping with what life brings your way. Many of our clients discover renewed self-confidence, serenity, balance, and wellness. Relationships and work performance improve with this new outlook on life. You are given the tools you need to build and maintain a fulfilling life, along with a deeper sense of your life's meaning and purpose.
Samantha Ricks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
Samantha enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Samantha wants to empower children and families to explore and express their emotions and equip them with skills to utilize in their daily lives. Samantha has gained research and clinical experience working with children with neurodevelopment disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. Along with equipping children with emotional skills, Samantha utilizes various activities that support the development of social and executive functioning skills in session.
Samantha enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Samantha wants to empower children and families to explore and express their emotions and equip them with skills to utilize in their daily lives. Samantha has gained research and clinical experience working with children with neurodevelopment disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. Along with equipping children with emotional skills, Samantha utilizes various activities that support the development of social and executive functioning skills in session.
Lauren Roth Certified Autism Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
I believe in Temple Grandin's declaration, "I am different, not less." As a Certified Autism Specialist, I enjoy working with those who are neurodivergent thinkers, have Autism, ADHD, OCD, PDD, or learning differences, or who share traits with neurodivergent thinkers. My Texas-based therapy practice aims for you to feel supported, respected, and guided to find wellness and growth in your life. Are you wanting to improve your relationships, or share with others your truest self? I'd love to help. In addition to in-person, you can meet with me via telehealth throughout the states of Texas and Minnesota.
I believe in Temple Grandin's declaration, "I am different, not less." As a Certified Autism Specialist, I enjoy working with those who are neurodivergent thinkers, have Autism, ADHD, OCD, PDD, or learning differences, or who share traits with neurodivergent thinkers. My Texas-based therapy practice aims for you to feel supported, respected, and guided to find wellness and growth in your life. Are you wanting to improve your relationships, or share with others your truest self? I'd love to help. In addition to in-person, you can meet with me via telehealth throughout the states of Texas and Minnesota.
Larry K Sanders
BCBA, MBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75208 (Online Only)
Larry Sanders is a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has a passion for helping people with autism and other developmental disabilities. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s degree in Healthcare Management, and an Education Specialist degree from Liberty University. He completed his coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis at Arizona State University. Larry has a rich background in counseling and therapy, with over 10 years of experience in various behavioral therapy settings, including Organizational Behavior Management (OBM).
Larry Sanders is a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has a passion for helping people with autism and other developmental disabilities. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s degree in Healthcare Management, and an Education Specialist degree from Liberty University. He completed his coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis at Arizona State University. Larry has a rich background in counseling and therapy, with over 10 years of experience in various behavioral therapy settings, including Organizational Behavior Management (OBM).
Bloom Child Psychology, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75254
She specializes in diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, dyslexia/learning disorders, and anxiety/depression.
Dr. Bonny Stewart is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist, and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. She has advanced specialization working with children and families. Her passion is to help parents find answers and understanding to help their child succeed at home, school, and in all aspects of their lives.
She specializes in diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, dyslexia/learning disorders, and anxiety/depression.
Dr. Bonny Stewart is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist, and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. She has advanced specialization working with children and families. Her passion is to help parents find answers and understanding to help their child succeed at home, school, and in all aspects of their lives.
The Center Testing and Assessments
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, MSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75209
Worried your child may have ADHD? Autism? Feel your child may have learning differences that make school more difficult? Ever thought that there was something going on with your child or teen that you just could not put a finger on? An assessment may be the answer.
The Center testing team is highly qualified and experienced, specializing in various areas of mental health and education to ensure you receive accurate diagnoses and an effective treatment plan. They have a deep understanding of the latest assessment tools and techniques to provide accurate and reliable results. Our therapists offer personalized treatment plans that cater to each client's unique needs and goals. Using a client-centered approach empowers clients to take an active role in their treatment. We work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies for overcoming their challenges and achieving their goals.
Worried your child may have ADHD? Autism? Feel your child may have learning differences that make school more difficult? Ever thought that there was something going on with your child or teen that you just could not put a finger on? An assessment may be the answer.
The Center testing team is highly qualified and experienced, specializing in various areas of mental health and education to ensure you receive accurate diagnoses and an effective treatment plan. They have a deep understanding of the latest assessment tools and techniques to provide accurate and reliable results. Our therapists offer personalized treatment plans that cater to each client's unique needs and goals. Using a client-centered approach empowers clients to take an active role in their treatment. We work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies for overcoming their challenges and achieving their goals.
Courtney Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
Always feeling inadequate from your drive to be perfect? Perfectionism comes with feeling uneasy when making mistakes, high expectations, self-criticism, and good enough is unacceptable. Thinking that being perfect will lead to a happier life usually lends to finding an unfulfilled life. Growth transpires when you let go of holding yourself to the unattainable standards. I specialize in helping clients starting at age 8 to adult struggling with perfectionism, anxiety, Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, spirituality development, behavioral issues, LGBTQIA support, and relationship issues.
Always feeling inadequate from your drive to be perfect? Perfectionism comes with feeling uneasy when making mistakes, high expectations, self-criticism, and good enough is unacceptable. Thinking that being perfect will lead to a happier life usually lends to finding an unfulfilled life. Growth transpires when you let go of holding yourself to the unattainable standards. I specialize in helping clients starting at age 8 to adult struggling with perfectionism, anxiety, Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, spirituality development, behavioral issues, LGBTQIA support, and relationship issues.
Mathias Ngwa
Psychological Associate, PsyD, ABSNP, LPA, ICP
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75249
Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
Neslihan Gul Chandler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75225
Dr. Chandler is a clinical child & adolescent psychologist who specializes in psychological assessments only for clients ages 2 -24 with possible autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, and more. She is a fully licensed psychologist with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and has been working with children for over 15 years. Dr. Chandler received her doctorate in clinical psychology with a specialization in pediatric psychology. She has worked as a clinical psychologist at The Child Study Center in Fort Worth, TX but is now in private practice. www.nchandlerphd.com
Dr. Chandler is a clinical child & adolescent psychologist who specializes in psychological assessments only for clients ages 2 -24 with possible autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, and more. She is a fully licensed psychologist with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and has been working with children for over 15 years. Dr. Chandler received her doctorate in clinical psychology with a specialization in pediatric psychology. She has worked as a clinical psychologist at The Child Study Center in Fort Worth, TX but is now in private practice. www.nchandlerphd.com
Rachel Oppenheimer
Psychologist, PsyD, LSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75240 (Online Only)
I have experience and enjoy working with individuals impacted by autism spectrum and executive functioning disorders. My aim is to help clients with social skills, self-esteem, insight, perspective taking, and increased quality of life. I use evidence based techniques along with warmth, empathy, and a collaborative and strengths based approach.
I have experience and enjoy working with individuals impacted by autism spectrum and executive functioning disorders. My aim is to help clients with social skills, self-esteem, insight, perspective taking, and increased quality of life. I use evidence based techniques along with warmth, empathy, and a collaborative and strengths based approach.
Get Out Of Your Head Therapy Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
Tabitha decided to go into social work and counseling because she wanted to help people learn how to become the best versions of themselves. Tabitha has experience and passion working with individuals who are adjusting to major life changes such as birth of a child, becoming an empty nester, job changes, changes in marital status, etc. She has experience with helping clients learn to cope and thrive with mood disorders including anxiety, depression, and bi-polar diagnoses. Tabitha also works with patients experiencing disordered eating as well as adults and teens with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Tabitha decided to go into social work and counseling because she wanted to help people learn how to become the best versions of themselves. Tabitha has experience and passion working with individuals who are adjusting to major life changes such as birth of a child, becoming an empty nester, job changes, changes in marital status, etc. She has experience with helping clients learn to cope and thrive with mood disorders including anxiety, depression, and bi-polar diagnoses. Tabitha also works with patients experiencing disordered eating as well as adults and teens with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75202 (Online Only)
Additional specialties' in client work include: growth Mind-set improving Self esteem, Family conflict, Parenting supports, LGBTQ+, special education, Autism, ADHD, grief and anxiety.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S), certified early childhood–12th grade special education teacher and certified school counselor. I have my master’s degree in counseling and my PhD in counselor education and supervision. I have provided counseling services for nearly 9 years and used ARET techniques for over 6 years as the creator and founder of Aquatic Relational Experiential Therapy, a mental health and play therapy technique used in water. Additionally, I have 11 years experience with solution focused, CBT, experiential, person-centered and play therapies.
Additional specialties' in client work include: growth Mind-set improving Self esteem, Family conflict, Parenting supports, LGBTQ+, special education, Autism, ADHD, grief and anxiety.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S), certified early childhood–12th grade special education teacher and certified school counselor. I have my master’s degree in counseling and my PhD in counselor education and supervision. I have provided counseling services for nearly 9 years and used ARET techniques for over 6 years as the creator and founder of Aquatic Relational Experiential Therapy, a mental health and play therapy technique used in water. Additionally, I have 11 years experience with solution focused, CBT, experiential, person-centered and play therapies.
Glenn Scott Harrell
MEd, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75201 (Online Only)
As a specialist in behavior analytic therapy, my ideal client is an individual living with Autism or ADHD. They may face challenges in communication, social interaction, and maintaining focus. Their needs often include structured support to develop coping strategies, enhance life skills, and improve behavioral responses. Their goals revolve around achieving greater independence, fostering meaningful relationships, and excelling in academic or professional environments. They seek therapy to navigate their unique challenges, embrace their strengths, and lead a fulfilling life.
As a specialist in behavior analytic therapy, my ideal client is an individual living with Autism or ADHD. They may face challenges in communication, social interaction, and maintaining focus. Their needs often include structured support to develop coping strategies, enhance life skills, and improve behavioral responses. Their goals revolve around achieving greater independence, fostering meaningful relationships, and excelling in academic or professional environments. They seek therapy to navigate their unique challenges, embrace their strengths, and lead a fulfilling life.
Jamila Cheikh
BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75210 (Online Only)
I am a dedicated and compassionate BCBA, advocating for my clients in every capacity. I consider my strengths to be teaching functional communication and decreasing behaviors of concern for individuals with autism. An official autism diagnosis is needed to accept insurance.
I am a dedicated and compassionate BCBA, advocating for my clients in every capacity. I consider my strengths to be teaching functional communication and decreasing behaviors of concern for individuals with autism. An official autism diagnosis is needed to accept insurance.
Preston Ivey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75252
I specialize in working with neurodiversity - I work with clients for issues related to: autism, anxiety, OCD, fears/phobias, LGBTQ identity.
As part of the Spectra Therapies + Evaluations team, I provide individual and group therapies for all ages. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with children and adolescents, and I work closely with families to help parents understand how to better support their child. I am trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), an evidence-based treatment program for parents of children with anxiety/OCD. My background includes work in the outdoor education and leadership field with children and teenagers focusing on behavioral change and self-empowerment during a variety of life difficulties.
I specialize in working with neurodiversity - I work with clients for issues related to: autism, anxiety, OCD, fears/phobias, LGBTQ identity.
As part of the Spectra Therapies + Evaluations team, I provide individual and group therapies for all ages. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with children and adolescents, and I work closely with families to help parents understand how to better support their child. I am trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), an evidence-based treatment program for parents of children with anxiety/OCD. My background includes work in the outdoor education and leadership field with children and teenagers focusing on behavioral change and self-empowerment during a variety of life difficulties.
Spectra Therapies + Evaluations
Psychologist, PhD, PLLC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75252
I am passionate about working with individuals with High Functioning Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and PDD-NOS to achieve increased social skills, insight, social thinking, and quality of life. I also work with individuals that are not on the spectrum, specifically anxious and depressive disorders. My clinic, Spectra Therapies + Evaluations, has a team of psychologists (PhD, PsyD), counselors (LPC), and interns that provide various evaluations, therapies, and advocacies. My team and I provide evaluations for ages 20 months through late adulthood. We specialize in autism evaluations.
I am passionate about working with individuals with High Functioning Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and PDD-NOS to achieve increased social skills, insight, social thinking, and quality of life. I also work with individuals that are not on the spectrum, specifically anxious and depressive disorders. My clinic, Spectra Therapies + Evaluations, has a team of psychologists (PhD, PsyD), counselors (LPC), and interns that provide various evaluations, therapies, and advocacies. My team and I provide evaluations for ages 20 months through late adulthood. We specialize in autism evaluations.
Barry G Grossman
Psychologist, PhD, LSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
Working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum has been my life’s work. I own a private practice that focuses on providing counseling and comprehensive evaluation of autism. I have an emphasis on working with females on the spectrum. I also write books, textbooks, journal articles, and speak internationally on improving identification and services. You can learn more about my work here: http://texasautism.com/blog/aboutbook/
Working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum has been my life’s work. I own a private practice that focuses on providing counseling and comprehensive evaluation of autism. I have an emphasis on working with females on the spectrum. I also write books, textbooks, journal articles, and speak internationally on improving identification and services. You can learn more about my work here: http://texasautism.com/blog/aboutbook/
Kayla Leach
LPC Intern, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
As an RBT, I provided support and assistance to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder to help them develop social and communication skills, improve daily living skills, and decrease aggressive behaviors.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. I take a client-centered approach, emphasizing a collaborative relationship with the client and their families that are individualized to meet the client’s needs. I value building a trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients. To me, creating a safe environment for individuals and families is important in order to allow clients to openly express and explore themselves. I value my clients and their individual needs.
As an RBT, I provided support and assistance to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder to help them develop social and communication skills, improve daily living skills, and decrease aggressive behaviors.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. I take a client-centered approach, emphasizing a collaborative relationship with the client and their families that are individualized to meet the client’s needs. I value building a trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients. To me, creating a safe environment for individuals and families is important in order to allow clients to openly express and explore themselves. I value my clients and their individual needs.
Tetonalli Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75212 (Online Only)
I specialize in children and adolescents, including those with Autism, ADHD/ADD, ODD, or other ED's, as I have over 3 years experience working in a school setting.
Hello, my name is Cynthia Dominguez, and I am a first-generation, bilingual, Mexican American. I am an LPC and received my Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University. My experiences lead me to become a counselor to support and help people of all ages in navigating their own mental health/life journey.
I specialize in children and adolescents, including those with Autism, ADHD/ADD, ODD, or other ED's, as I have over 3 years experience working in a school setting.
Hello, my name is Cynthia Dominguez, and I am a first-generation, bilingual, Mexican American. I am an LPC and received my Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University. My experiences lead me to become a counselor to support and help people of all ages in navigating their own mental health/life journey.
Chanley Dollgener
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75208 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, social anxiety, relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Autism, survivors of trauma, and those who are members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Thank you for taking the time to see if there is someone out there to help you through this difficult season and invest in your mental health. I strive to provide a safe, warm, affirming, and collaborative environment when working with my clients. I offer a person-centered approach to therapy, helping clients focus on who they are, determine who they want to be, and help them navigate how to achieve that goal in a healthy and safe way. I also utilize CBT techniques and positive psychology principles such as positive self-talk, highlighting your strengths, finding your identity and empathy building.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, social anxiety, relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Autism, survivors of trauma, and those who are members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Thank you for taking the time to see if there is someone out there to help you through this difficult season and invest in your mental health. I strive to provide a safe, warm, affirming, and collaborative environment when working with my clients. I offer a person-centered approach to therapy, helping clients focus on who they are, determine who they want to be, and help them navigate how to achieve that goal in a healthy and safe way. I also utilize CBT techniques and positive psychology principles such as positive self-talk, highlighting your strengths, finding your identity and empathy building.
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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.