Autism Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Therapy is a place to unload, relate, and relax. And a place to build skills for managing everyday life. Clients have everything inside them to build these skills, but sometimes they need to help to find those things. This is a process and a journey to help you find those things and lead you to your best life!
Therapy is a place to unload, relate, and relax. And a place to build skills for managing everyday life. Clients have everything inside them to build these skills, but sometimes they need to help to find those things. This is a process and a journey to help you find those things and lead you to your best life!
I am a nonbinary trans masc therapist who specializes in trauma and cPTSD, neurodivergence ( autism, ADHD, etc), working with those who experience big feelings ("BPD" or borderline-adjacent), & couples.
I work with all kinds of couples, but especially those navigating issues related to gender, race and culture, neurodivergence (and differences in neurotype), & open/ENM/polyamory dynamics. I also love working with young people ages 10+ through big and small life events and transitions, particularly with trans and queer youth.
I am a nonbinary trans masc therapist who specializes in trauma and cPTSD, neurodivergence ( autism, ADHD, etc), working with those who experience big feelings ("BPD" or borderline-adjacent), & couples.
I work with all kinds of couples, but especially those navigating issues related to gender, race and culture, neurodivergence (and differences in neurotype), & open/ENM/polyamory dynamics. I also love working with young people ages 10+ through big and small life events and transitions, particularly with trans and queer youth.
My neurodivergent perspective provides a unique, non-pathologizing approach to building the life you truly want to live.
Are you exhausted from feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? Do you struggle to stay focused and organized, and find traditional therapy hasn't quite clicked? I specialize in coaching individuals to navigate and process challenging life events and break free from the limiting patterns that stem from their past. My focus is on developing DBT coping skills to successfully manage the lingering effects of difficult childhood and life experiences. I provide the guidance and structure necessary to help you reframe their narrative and step into your power.
My neurodivergent perspective provides a unique, non-pathologizing approach to building the life you truly want to live.
Are you exhausted from feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? Do you struggle to stay focused and organized, and find traditional therapy hasn't quite clicked? I specialize in coaching individuals to navigate and process challenging life events and break free from the limiting patterns that stem from their past. My focus is on developing DBT coping skills to successfully manage the lingering effects of difficult childhood and life experiences. I provide the guidance and structure necessary to help you reframe their narrative and step into your power.
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist providing individual and family psychotherapy for children, adolescents & adults, with an expertise in Early Intervention & Neurodivergent children. Conducts school observations, provides consultations & strategies to parents and teachers of children presenting with learning differences, neurodiversity, as well as children with social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Provides direct guidance to families seeking assistance in navigating the IEP (Individualized Education Plan) process & special education programs. Provides resources and connects clients to multidisciplinary help as needed.
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist providing individual and family psychotherapy for children, adolescents & adults, with an expertise in Early Intervention & Neurodivergent children. Conducts school observations, provides consultations & strategies to parents and teachers of children presenting with learning differences, neurodiversity, as well as children with social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Provides direct guidance to families seeking assistance in navigating the IEP (Individualized Education Plan) process & special education programs. Provides resources and connects clients to multidisciplinary help as needed.
I also have extensive experience working with individuals on the Autism spectrum (including Asperger's syndrome) and those with ADHD.
Hello! I'm Matt and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), currently licensed in Arizona and California. In my life, I’ve seen many people with a broad spectrum of challenges. I’ve also seen that hope and relief are possible. I offer a unique perspective in getting you that help. I enjoy seeing individuals and families solve problems and feel closer together.
My experience comes from providing direct mental health and behavioral counseling for kids, teens, and adults with a variety of presenting issues.
I also have extensive experience working with individuals on the Autism spectrum (including Asperger's syndrome) and those with ADHD.
Hello! I'm Matt and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), currently licensed in Arizona and California. In my life, I’ve seen many people with a broad spectrum of challenges. I’ve also seen that hope and relief are possible. I offer a unique perspective in getting you that help. I enjoy seeing individuals and families solve problems and feel closer together.
My experience comes from providing direct mental health and behavioral counseling for kids, teens, and adults with a variety of presenting issues.
Welcome! I'm so glad that you're here. If you've ever felt "stuck," or that you don't have a next step or a sense of direction, I hear you. Life can be extremely unpredictable, and it can cause us to feel like we're unprepared or unequipped to handle the ebbs and flows of life. Not only do we have present life events, but we also have our past experiences and extraneous factors that are on this walk with us. Let's work together to create a space free of judgment. You deserve a healing space and the chance to create one within yourself. Thanks for inquiring and I'm so excited to walk with you on your journey!
Welcome! I'm so glad that you're here. If you've ever felt "stuck," or that you don't have a next step or a sense of direction, I hear you. Life can be extremely unpredictable, and it can cause us to feel like we're unprepared or unequipped to handle the ebbs and flows of life. Not only do we have present life events, but we also have our past experiences and extraneous factors that are on this walk with us. Let's work together to create a space free of judgment. You deserve a healing space and the chance to create one within yourself. Thanks for inquiring and I'm so excited to walk with you on your journey!
I have worked extensively with children who struggle with symptoms of ADHD, depression, anxiety and autism who need support in managing the everyday social complexities that they face within their school, family and community environments.
As a therapist and group leader of evidence based interventions and social skills groups, I can support children with emotional regulation and effective communication strategies. I have expertise working in an interdisciplinary medication management clinic and understand how correctly prescribed medication, along with appropriate therapy, can help children.
I have worked extensively with children who struggle with symptoms of ADHD, depression, anxiety and autism who need support in managing the everyday social complexities that they face within their school, family and community environments.
As a therapist and group leader of evidence based interventions and social skills groups, I can support children with emotional regulation and effective communication strategies. I have expertise working in an interdisciplinary medication management clinic and understand how correctly prescribed medication, along with appropriate therapy, can help children.
As a clinician, I create a safe space for queer, neurodivergent folks looking to live a wholistic, anti-capitalist life.
I am experienced with dissociative and personality disorders, using a treatment combination of thought reframing, value alignment, and trauma centered approaches, including parts work. I understand how overwhelming it can be to build stability and healthy relationships when mental health is multi-faceted.
As a clinician, I create a safe space for queer, neurodivergent folks looking to live a wholistic, anti-capitalist life.
I am experienced with dissociative and personality disorders, using a treatment combination of thought reframing, value alignment, and trauma centered approaches, including parts work. I understand how overwhelming it can be to build stability and healthy relationships when mental health is multi-faceted.
If you are a woman who is sensitive or neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD, or SPD) and want to work with a therapist who truly understands, I'm the right therapist for you.
I'm a neurodivergent mother of 2 who has been through her fair share of struggles, has personally experienced various therapies, and have found what truly helps neurodivergent women find connection, peace, and self love. I have over 16 years of experience helping adults and children heal from anxiety, trauma, and ableism.
If you are a woman who is sensitive or neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD, or SPD) and want to work with a therapist who truly understands, I'm the right therapist for you.
I'm a neurodivergent mother of 2 who has been through her fair share of struggles, has personally experienced various therapies, and have found what truly helps neurodivergent women find connection, peace, and self love. I have over 16 years of experience helping adults and children heal from anxiety, trauma, and ableism.
As a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), I have specific expertise in evaluation of neurodevelopmental disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorders ( ASD) and Disabilities (ID).
I work with children (including toddlers), adolescents and young adults) and provide comprehensive assessments that include recommendations and treatment planning. The assessments results can be used to help your family find the appropriate treatment and available resources.
As a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), I have specific expertise in evaluation of neurodevelopmental disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorders ( ASD) and Disabilities (ID).
I work with children (including toddlers), adolescents and young adults) and provide comprehensive assessments that include recommendations and treatment planning. The assessments results can be used to help your family find the appropriate treatment and available resources.
Whether you're autistic, ADHD, or identify as neurodivergent in another way, you're not 'broken'—you’re wired differently, and that difference matters.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating neurodivergence, complex trauma and BPD. My approach is strengths based, trauma informed and tailored to your needs. I blend evidence based practices like DBT, somatic experiencing, IFS, EMDR, and art with deep empathy and curiosity.
Whether you're autistic, ADHD, or identify as neurodivergent in another way, you're not 'broken'—you’re wired differently, and that difference matters.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating neurodivergence, complex trauma and BPD. My approach is strengths based, trauma informed and tailored to your needs. I blend evidence based practices like DBT, somatic experiencing, IFS, EMDR, and art with deep empathy and curiosity.
At Mindful Neuron, we work with families whose children are facing challenges in school—whether with learning differences, ADHD, autism, or emotional struggles like anxiety.
At Mindful Neuron, we offer culturally and linguistically attuned educational and psychological evaluations. We specialize in psychoeducational and neuroeducational testing to assess learning differences, ADHD, autism, and anxiety, providing clear insights and personalized strategies to build confidence, improve school success, and support long-term growth.
At Mindful Neuron, we work with families whose children are facing challenges in school—whether with learning differences, ADHD, autism, or emotional struggles like anxiety.
At Mindful Neuron, we offer culturally and linguistically attuned educational and psychological evaluations. We specialize in psychoeducational and neuroeducational testing to assess learning differences, ADHD, autism, and anxiety, providing clear insights and personalized strategies to build confidence, improve school success, and support long-term growth.
People are complex and life can be very challenging. The way we process and live our lives, especially the way in which we respond to life's difficult challenges, is often informed by painful experiences from our past, and unresolved issues. I will help you find the inner resources you need to recover, understand yourself better, and create the changes that will improve your well being. We all have the potential to heal, grow, and be successful in our lives. It is this potential that provides hope for all of us to overcome pain and adversity.
People are complex and life can be very challenging. The way we process and live our lives, especially the way in which we respond to life's difficult challenges, is often informed by painful experiences from our past, and unresolved issues. I will help you find the inner resources you need to recover, understand yourself better, and create the changes that will improve your well being. We all have the potential to heal, grow, and be successful in our lives. It is this potential that provides hope for all of us to overcome pain and adversity.
Gantman was also an Autism Clinical Instructor at the UCLA Tarjan Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
Providing Individual Therapy and Consultation Services. Previously being the Assistant Director of the UCLA PEERS Program and a Principal Investigator for the development and research of Young Adult PEERS Program at UCLA, I am bringing the same rigor and quality of research and practice to Orange County. Teen and Young Adult PEERS groups available.
Gantman was also an Autism Clinical Instructor at the UCLA Tarjan Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
Providing Individual Therapy and Consultation Services. Previously being the Assistant Director of the UCLA PEERS Program and a Principal Investigator for the development and research of Young Adult PEERS Program at UCLA, I am bringing the same rigor and quality of research and practice to Orange County. Teen and Young Adult PEERS groups available.
I hold a prior career in social activism using artistic platforms to bring awareness to policy issues that affect communities of historically marginalized people. My prior career influences my practice by prioritizing the importance of providing a safe space for self-expression. I enjoy bringing a social constructive lens to the work I do as a psychotherapist. I strongly believe in using self-as-tool, so my approach includes a fair amount of transparency and flexibility.
I hold a prior career in social activism using artistic platforms to bring awareness to policy issues that affect communities of historically marginalized people. My prior career influences my practice by prioritizing the importance of providing a safe space for self-expression. I enjoy bringing a social constructive lens to the work I do as a psychotherapist. I strongly believe in using self-as-tool, so my approach includes a fair amount of transparency and flexibility.
Cyber Addiction Recovery Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90034
I am also a certified Relationship Development Intervention consultant and run groups for children, teens, and young adults with autism and related disorders.
I have 32 years of experience treating children, teens and young adults with anxiety, mood, and impulse control disorders. I specialize in internet and video game addiction, Including teen and adult online pornography addiction. I conduct groups for internet and video game addiction. I provide individual, couples, and family counseling focusing on addiction and the underlying problems that create addiction.
I am also a certified Relationship Development Intervention consultant and run groups for children, teens, and young adults with autism and related disorders.
I have 32 years of experience treating children, teens and young adults with anxiety, mood, and impulse control disorders. I specialize in internet and video game addiction, Including teen and adult online pornography addiction. I conduct groups for internet and video game addiction. I provide individual, couples, and family counseling focusing on addiction and the underlying problems that create addiction.
Amanda Dorinson Greenfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Los Angeles, CA 90064
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I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan.
I work with children, teens, young adults, and parents navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and more. Whether you're a parent seeking support, a teen feeling overwhelmed, or an adult exploring your identity, I offer a warm, collaborative space for growth and healing.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan.
I work with children, teens, young adults, and parents navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and more. Whether you're a parent seeking support, a teen feeling overwhelmed, or an adult exploring your identity, I offer a warm, collaborative space for growth and healing.
I also have extensive experience in LGBTQIA+ issues, and supporting Neurodivergent, transgender and gender diverse people.
Our clinic offers telehealth, in-home, community, and school-based services. I use an individualized, strengths-based, affirmative, compassionate and liberatory approach, integrating evidence-based approaches to holistically support clients in building rich, meaningful lives.
I also have extensive experience in LGBTQIA+ issues, and supporting Neurodivergent, transgender and gender diverse people.
Our clinic offers telehealth, in-home, community, and school-based services. I use an individualized, strengths-based, affirmative, compassionate and liberatory approach, integrating evidence-based approaches to holistically support clients in building rich, meaningful lives.
I specialize in families and individuals with autism spectrum disorder, depression, trauma, and anxiety.
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” (Helen Keller) Everyone goes through changes throughout their life. Sometimes these changes can be overwhelming and create uncomfortable experiences, but together we can explore ways to move through change.
I specialize in families and individuals with autism spectrum disorder, depression, trauma, and anxiety.
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” (Helen Keller) Everyone goes through changes throughout their life. Sometimes these changes can be overwhelming and create uncomfortable experiences, but together we can explore ways to move through change.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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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.