Autism Therapists in Poway, CA
Having my own son with autism gives me a unique perspective to support parents in embracing and uncovering their child’s potential.
Do you feel lost, hopeless, or stuck? Do you find yourself worried and self-conscious? Are you experiencing conflict with family members, co-workers, or other important relationships in your life? Are you a parent wanting extra support? You are not alone. My style is nurturing, kind, empathetic, and patient. I am here to establish a safe environment where you will be respected, heard, and validated. Therapy sessions are tailored to your individual needs. I meet clients where they are at and work at their pace to achieve hope, empowerment, and growth.
Having my own son with autism gives me a unique perspective to support parents in embracing and uncovering their child’s potential.
Do you feel lost, hopeless, or stuck? Do you find yourself worried and self-conscious? Are you experiencing conflict with family members, co-workers, or other important relationships in your life? Are you a parent wanting extra support? You are not alone. My style is nurturing, kind, empathetic, and patient. I am here to establish a safe environment where you will be respected, heard, and validated. Therapy sessions are tailored to your individual needs. I meet clients where they are at and work at their pace to achieve hope, empowerment, and growth.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, life transitions, relationships, or the unique experiences that come with being autistic or neurodivergent, therapy can provide a space to feel understood, supported, and empowered.
I specialize in supporting autistic teens and adults, neurodivergent individuals, and families. My collaborative, evidence-based approach is tailored to your unique strengths and goals. Therapy is a space where you can feel heard, respected, and accepted as we work together toward meaningful, lasting growth at your own pace.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, life transitions, relationships, or the unique experiences that come with being autistic or neurodivergent, therapy can provide a space to feel understood, supported, and empowered.
I specialize in supporting autistic teens and adults, neurodivergent individuals, and families. My collaborative, evidence-based approach is tailored to your unique strengths and goals. Therapy is a space where you can feel heard, respected, and accepted as we work together toward meaningful, lasting growth at your own pace.
My role is to help individuals and families experiencing challenges due to (or associated with) autism, bipolar, depression, ADHD, separation anxiety, school anxiety, and symptoms related to trauma.
Do you remember that children's song about going on a bear hunt? Can't go over it! Can't go under it! We've got to go through it! Life is full of situations that can leave us feeling much like this song. In working with individuals and families, including children (ages 4+) and adolescents, adults, and their caregivers, my hope is for you to find new solutions to the challenges you are facing every day. I may not be able to get you over it or under it, but I am here to help you through it.
My role is to help individuals and families experiencing challenges due to (or associated with) autism, bipolar, depression, ADHD, separation anxiety, school anxiety, and symptoms related to trauma.
Do you remember that children's song about going on a bear hunt? Can't go over it! Can't go under it! We've got to go through it! Life is full of situations that can leave us feeling much like this song. In working with individuals and families, including children (ages 4+) and adolescents, adults, and their caregivers, my hope is for you to find new solutions to the challenges you are facing every day. I may not be able to get you over it or under it, but I am here to help you through it.
Vivienne is especially passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and grief. She understands the profound impact that these experiences can have across all stages of life, from adolescence to older adulthood. With a trauma-informed perspective, she provides a safe and supportive space for clients to process painful experiences, build healthy coping strategies, and reconnect with a sense of strength and purpose. Her work also extends to women’s issues, postpartum depression and anxiety, and life transitions, where she offers compassionate support during times of change and adjustment.Vivienne is especially passionate about
Vivienne is especially passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and grief. She understands the profound impact that these experiences can have across all stages of life, from adolescence to older adulthood. With a trauma-informed perspective, she provides a safe and supportive space for clients to process painful experiences, build healthy coping strategies, and reconnect with a sense of strength and purpose. Her work also extends to women’s issues, postpartum depression and anxiety, and life transitions, where she offers compassionate support during times of change and adjustment.Vivienne is especially passionate about
I am a client-centered therapist who borrows from various treatment modalities depending on the client's needs. I meet you where you are in your journey as you are the expert on your life. My specialty is with mood issues, the LGBTQ+ population, and trauma, but I have a lot of experience with many other issues as well. It would be lovely to meet you!
I am a client-centered therapist who borrows from various treatment modalities depending on the client's needs. I meet you where you are in your journey as you are the expert on your life. My specialty is with mood issues, the LGBTQ+ population, and trauma, but I have a lot of experience with many other issues as well. It would be lovely to meet you!
He has experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, Military/Veterans, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Arcelito Glorioso helps adults across California navigate life’s most challenging seasons with clarity, resilience, and practical tools for lasting change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, he provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for young adults, adults, and seniors seeking support for emotional distress, relationship concerns, and complex mental health conditions. Arcelito specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma. He understands how persistent worry, low mood, and unresolved trauma can interfere with work performance, relationships, and overall well-being.
He has experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, Military/Veterans, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Arcelito Glorioso helps adults across California navigate life’s most challenging seasons with clarity, resilience, and practical tools for lasting change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, he provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for young adults, adults, and seniors seeking support for emotional distress, relationship concerns, and complex mental health conditions. Arcelito specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma. He understands how persistent worry, low mood, and unresolved trauma can interfere with work performance, relationships, and overall well-being.
I have worked in the area of mental health since 2004 in Hospice, intensive outpatient programing, school based mental health and integrative behavioral health. I have been practicing with Lifestance and its predicessors since 2015. My treatment modalities tend to be eclectic, however I often utilize mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Focus Care and Emotional Focus. I also use a variety of play therapy when seeing my younger clients. My areas of specialization are Anxiety and Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss, ADHD and children and adolescents.
I have worked in the area of mental health since 2004 in Hospice, intensive outpatient programing, school based mental health and integrative behavioral health. I have been practicing with Lifestance and its predicessors since 2015. My treatment modalities tend to be eclectic, however I often utilize mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Focus Care and Emotional Focus. I also use a variety of play therapy when seeing my younger clients. My areas of specialization are Anxiety and Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss, ADHD and children and adolescents.
Whether you're healing from past trauma, recently diagnosed with or managing ADHD or ASD, or seeking support for addiction recovery, I’m here to guide you with resources and practical tools tailored to your unique needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for teens and adults facing challenges related to neurodiversity, trauma, and substance use. With extensive experience supporting adults and teens, I understand the unique struggles faced by both including major life transitions, relationship issues, parenting needs, and managing work-life balance. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I am here to collaborate with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that respects your unique experiences and strengths.
Whether you're healing from past trauma, recently diagnosed with or managing ADHD or ASD, or seeking support for addiction recovery, I’m here to guide you with resources and practical tools tailored to your unique needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for teens and adults facing challenges related to neurodiversity, trauma, and substance use. With extensive experience supporting adults and teens, I understand the unique struggles faced by both including major life transitions, relationship issues, parenting needs, and managing work-life balance. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I am here to collaborate with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that respects your unique experiences and strengths.
Mayra Reyes, LCSW, helps children, teens, and adults across California build resilience, manage emotional challenges, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. At LifeStance Health, she provides therapy tailored to each person’s unique experiences, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care, creating a safe space where patients feel heard and empowered.Mayra Reyes, LCSW, helps children, teens, and adults across California build resilience, manage emotional challenges, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. At
Mayra Reyes, LCSW, helps children, teens, and adults across California build resilience, manage emotional challenges, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. At LifeStance Health, she provides therapy tailored to each person’s unique experiences, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care, creating a safe space where patients feel heard and empowered.Mayra Reyes, LCSW, helps children, teens, and adults across California build resilience, manage emotional challenges, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. At
Her work focuses on helping her clients to achieve their best life and approach every day as a new chance to grow into their authentic selves.
Her work focuses on helping her clients to achieve their best life and approach every day as a new chance to grow into their authentic selves.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been licensed for over 25 years and enjoy working with teens, children, individual adults, and families. I take a supportive, matter-of-fact approach to guide clients along a healthier path toward a more peace-filled life. I use an eclectic approach to treatment that includes mindfulness, psychoeducation, and CBT. I am trained as a cognitive behavioral therapist.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been licensed for over 25 years and enjoy working with teens, children, individual adults, and families. I take a supportive, matter-of-fact approach to guide clients along a healthier path toward a more peace-filled life. I use an eclectic approach to treatment that includes mindfulness, psychoeducation, and CBT. I am trained as a cognitive behavioral therapist.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re carrying anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, past hurt, or the pressure of trying to hold everything together on your own. Therapy offers a space to slow down, feel supported, and not have to navigate those challenges alone. My goal is to create an environment where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable showing up exactly as you are.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re carrying anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, past hurt, or the pressure of trying to hold everything together on your own. Therapy offers a space to slow down, feel supported, and not have to navigate those challenges alone. My goal is to create an environment where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable showing up exactly as you are.
Welcome to my practice! Navigating major life transitions and personal challenges can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. I'm dedicated to help individuals overcome obstacles and become their best selves. With over two decades of experience as a clinical psychologist and educator across multiple settings - clinic, school-based, and private practice - I have guided individuals toward reaching their personal and professional goals. This background allows me to bridge the gap between internal processing and identifying practical strategies to help adult clients reach their fullest potential.
Welcome to my practice! Navigating major life transitions and personal challenges can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. I'm dedicated to help individuals overcome obstacles and become their best selves. With over two decades of experience as a clinical psychologist and educator across multiple settings - clinic, school-based, and private practice - I have guided individuals toward reaching their personal and professional goals. This background allows me to bridge the gap between internal processing and identifying practical strategies to help adult clients reach their fullest potential.
Hi there, I'm Retta! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) with over 15 years of experience. I provide telehealth services in the state of California and specialize in treating trauma, as well as issues relating to life transitions and late-diagnosed neurodivergence. I work with clients to regulate the nervous system, identify unhelpful behavioral and communication patterns, and develop skills to support overall well-being.
Hi there, I'm Retta! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) with over 15 years of experience. I provide telehealth services in the state of California and specialize in treating trauma, as well as issues relating to life transitions and late-diagnosed neurodivergence. I work with clients to regulate the nervous system, identify unhelpful behavioral and communication patterns, and develop skills to support overall well-being.
Sandra Milstein-Ostrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day.
If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day.
If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
I work with children, teens and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
My ideal client is someone who struggles with expressing themselves, someone who is frustrated about being misunderstood, someone who may not feel like they belong. I enjoy working with people who want to be accepted for who they are, who want to be more independent and who want to understand the world around them.
I work with children, teens and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
My ideal client is someone who struggles with expressing themselves, someone who is frustrated about being misunderstood, someone who may not feel like they belong. I enjoy working with people who want to be accepted for who they are, who want to be more independent and who want to understand the world around them.
Great to meet you!
I offer a compassionate, welcoming space for children to work through challenges and build confidence. If your child is having a hard time with emotions, behavior, or school, you’re not alone, I’m here to help! With five years as a school-based therapist, I value working closely with families and schools to support the whole child, so they feel supported in all areas of their life.
Great to meet you!
I offer a compassionate, welcoming space for children to work through challenges and build confidence. If your child is having a hard time with emotions, behavior, or school, you’re not alone, I’m here to help! With five years as a school-based therapist, I value working closely with families and schools to support the whole child, so they feel supported in all areas of their life.
Being a teenager can be hard and being a parent of a teenager can be challenging. Knowing that we all desire for children to be emotionally well adjusted and academically successful, it is sometimes necessary to seek support. I am available to support your family through the journey of adolescence and can provide you with valuable information about your child's learning abilities and emotional functioning and tools to navigate the education system. You are not alone. I am here to support you.
Being a teenager can be hard and being a parent of a teenager can be challenging. Knowing that we all desire for children to be emotionally well adjusted and academically successful, it is sometimes necessary to seek support. I am available to support your family through the journey of adolescence and can provide you with valuable information about your child's learning abilities and emotional functioning and tools to navigate the education system. You are not alone. I am here to support you.
I also do ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, risk assessment (violence/sexual), drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, immigration evaluations, pre-adoption evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Additionally, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I also do ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, risk assessment (violence/sexual), drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, immigration evaluations, pre-adoption evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Additionally, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I’m Lisa, an LCSW dedicated to providing neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.
No two brains are alike! I blend evidence-based tools tailored to your goals. Using CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapy with active strategies like play therapy, behavior modification, and social coaching. For neurodivergent individuals and families, I offer practical support for executive dysfunction (EF) and parenting education.
I’m Lisa, an LCSW dedicated to providing neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.
No two brains are alike! I blend evidence-based tools tailored to your goals. Using CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapy with active strategies like play therapy, behavior modification, and social coaching. For neurodivergent individuals and families, I offer practical support for executive dysfunction (EF) and parenting education.
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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.