Autism Therapists in Sacramento, CA
I also have extensive experience with neurodivergent clients, such as those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
I am open-minded and consistently improve my approach while increasing a variety of techniques. I do this to help your individuality and personalize your needs. That is why you need to let me know what you are looking for in therapy.
I also have extensive experience with neurodivergent clients, such as those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
I am open-minded and consistently improve my approach while increasing a variety of techniques. I do this to help your individuality and personalize your needs. That is why you need to let me know what you are looking for in therapy.
Barta is certified in administration of the ADOS-2, known as the "gold-standard" Autism evaluation tool.
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.
Barta is certified in administration of the ADOS-2, known as the "gold-standard" Autism evaluation tool.
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.
The clients I work with are struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, understanding neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism) relationship issues, and/or grief.
I focus on listening to my client's story and the strengths they bring into therapy. From there, I use concepts from different therapeutic models to figure out what works best for the client, while also challenging them to make the changes needed in order to achieve their goals.
The clients I work with are struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, understanding neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism) relationship issues, and/or grief.
I focus on listening to my client's story and the strengths they bring into therapy. From there, I use concepts from different therapeutic models to figure out what works best for the client, while also challenging them to make the changes needed in order to achieve their goals.
Cynthia Haartman: Psychotherapy, EMDR, Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
13 Endorsed
Online Only
My primary focus includes: trauma, anxiety, self worth, guilt and shame, intimacy and sexuality concerns, pelvic pain, fear and anxiety around intimacy, neurodivergence - specifically ADHD and late diagnosed Autism, chronic pain and chronic illness, as well as medical trauma, and manifestation of stress physically in the body.
As an EMDR certified clinician, I am passionate about applying the benefits of EMDR therapy and EMDR intensive programs with clients who are motivated to live without disturbance from their past. I work with anxiety, fear, trauma, and getting past stuck thoughts/negative beliefs. I offer evidence-based therapy for clients, virtually throughout California.
My primary focus includes: trauma, anxiety, self worth, guilt and shame, intimacy and sexuality concerns, pelvic pain, fear and anxiety around intimacy, neurodivergence - specifically ADHD and late diagnosed Autism, chronic pain and chronic illness, as well as medical trauma, and manifestation of stress physically in the body.
As an EMDR certified clinician, I am passionate about applying the benefits of EMDR therapy and EMDR intensive programs with clients who are motivated to live without disturbance from their past. I work with anxiety, fear, trauma, and getting past stuck thoughts/negative beliefs. I offer evidence-based therapy for clients, virtually throughout California.
I also have experience with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and challenges faced by families of persons on the Autism Spectrum.
My approach to therapy is to develop rapport with my clients by proceeding in a nurturing, caring and supportive manner. I truly enjoy helping clients and connecting with others. I learned about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in the mid 1990's when I read books by Aaron Beck and David Burns on CBT.
I also have experience with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and challenges faced by families of persons on the Autism Spectrum.
My approach to therapy is to develop rapport with my clients by proceeding in a nurturing, caring and supportive manner. I truly enjoy helping clients and connecting with others. I learned about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in the mid 1990's when I read books by Aaron Beck and David Burns on CBT.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, autism, and life transition issues.
Hello there! My name is Mayra Lorenzo and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southern California. I have over 18 years of experience providing compassionate care to clients on the whole life span, ranging from children, teens, adults, and seniors. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transition issues. I commend you for taking the first step to enlist support for yourself in the form of therapy. I hope that you take the next steps to secure this support, whether it is with me or another provider.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, autism, and life transition issues.
Hello there! My name is Mayra Lorenzo and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southern California. I have over 18 years of experience providing compassionate care to clients on the whole life span, ranging from children, teens, adults, and seniors. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transition issues. I commend you for taking the first step to enlist support for yourself in the form of therapy. I hope that you take the next steps to secure this support, whether it is with me or another provider.
I primarily work with individuals navigating attachment trauma, C-PTSD, and neurodivergent conditions such as low-support autism and ADHD.
My practice includes providing ADHD evaluations, supporting clients with trauma, and exploring issues related to self-worth and relationships. I also specialize in working with clients in polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous (ENM) relationships.
I primarily work with individuals navigating attachment trauma, C-PTSD, and neurodivergent conditions such as low-support autism and ADHD.
My practice includes providing ADHD evaluations, supporting clients with trauma, and exploring issues related to self-worth and relationships. I also specialize in working with clients in polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous (ENM) relationships.
I also work with neurodivergent individuals—including those with ADHD, Autism, and sensory processing differences—supporting emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and navigating a world that often misunderstands them.
My holistic approach is rooted in compassion and understanding, shaped by years of experience working with survivors of violence, young adults in transition, and youth involved in the foster care system. I value being strength-based, person centered, and utilize mindfulness and behavioral therapies to support goal setting and skill building.
I also work with neurodivergent individuals—including those with ADHD, Autism, and sensory processing differences—supporting emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and navigating a world that often misunderstands them.
My holistic approach is rooted in compassion and understanding, shaped by years of experience working with survivors of violence, young adults in transition, and youth involved in the foster care system. I value being strength-based, person centered, and utilize mindfulness and behavioral therapies to support goal setting and skill building.
I specialize in assessment around learning differences (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia), ADHD, Autism, executive functioning, slow processing, creativity, anxiety, and depression.
I provide assessment services for children, teens, and adults to answer questions such as: 1) How does my child or how do I learn best? 2) Why is my child or why am I struggling in a particular area and what can help? and 3) What resources and accommodations may be helpful? Assessment reports provide a blueprint for a person's learning, social, processing, and emotional development. Assessments can look at one specific area or many areas depending on the testing questions.
I specialize in assessment around learning differences (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia), ADHD, Autism, executive functioning, slow processing, creativity, anxiety, and depression.
I provide assessment services for children, teens, and adults to answer questions such as: 1) How does my child or how do I learn best? 2) Why is my child or why am I struggling in a particular area and what can help? and 3) What resources and accommodations may be helpful? Assessment reports provide a blueprint for a person's learning, social, processing, and emotional development. Assessments can look at one specific area or many areas depending on the testing questions.
I have extensive experience supporting children and families facing various diagnoses such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and depression.
I specialize in working with children navigating a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges, including anger, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. My approach is compassionate and individualized, meeting each child where they are to help them build resilience, emotional awareness, and stronger coping skills. Sessions are in-person.
I have extensive experience supporting children and families facing various diagnoses such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and depression.
I specialize in working with children navigating a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges, including anger, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. My approach is compassionate and individualized, meeting each child where they are to help them build resilience, emotional awareness, and stronger coping skills. Sessions are in-person.
I see clients who are battling depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorders, ADHD, autism, family conflict, and life changes.
I assess each client's situation and use modality based on what will better support the client. I help clients develop healthy coping skills and emotion regulation strategies. I believe that goal setting should be done in collaboration. I encourage the client to share challenges and what is expected to receive from therapy.
I see clients who are battling depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorders, ADHD, autism, family conflict, and life changes.
I assess each client's situation and use modality based on what will better support the client. I help clients develop healthy coping skills and emotion regulation strategies. I believe that goal setting should be done in collaboration. I encourage the client to share challenges and what is expected to receive from therapy.
I also have extensive experience with clients with ADHD and Autism in a therapeutic setting
Hello! I'm Candace Bendele, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT 78340), with over 15 years of counseling and professional experience. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I have an eclectic style of therapy as I feel that there is not a "one size fits all" approach to therapy when it comes to individuals who all have different personalities, perspectives, and experiences.
I also have extensive experience with clients with ADHD and Autism in a therapeutic setting
Hello! I'm Candace Bendele, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT 78340), with over 15 years of counseling and professional experience. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I have an eclectic style of therapy as I feel that there is not a "one size fits all" approach to therapy when it comes to individuals who all have different personalities, perspectives, and experiences.
My oldest son had been diagnosed with severe autism and I was disappointed that the services and support for families were so limited.
My name is Dr. Maria Taheny and I am a licensed psychologist in California. My approach to therapy is to look at the struggles you are experiencing from a collaborative, problem-solving perspective using mindfulness, experiential, and cognitive behavioral techniques. The concentration of my work has been on life transitions, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.
My oldest son had been diagnosed with severe autism and I was disappointed that the services and support for families were so limited.
My name is Dr. Maria Taheny and I am a licensed psychologist in California. My approach to therapy is to look at the struggles you are experiencing from a collaborative, problem-solving perspective using mindfulness, experiential, and cognitive behavioral techniques. The concentration of my work has been on life transitions, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, 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 also be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, 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 also be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
Assessment experience in Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Pediatric Neuropsychology, Dementia and related neurocognitive disorders.
My goal is to help individuals and families in crisis. I have 4 areas of passion. I love working with children, teenagers, and their parents. My second area of passion is working with narcissistic recovery and survivors of narcissistic relationships (both adults and children). Third, working with my clients to rewire their brains and change emotional reactions. I integrate experiential interventions, mindfulness, coping, and other tools in both individual adult and adolescent therapy. Finally, I enjoy neuropsychological and psychological assessments for all age groups.
Assessment experience in Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Pediatric Neuropsychology, Dementia and related neurocognitive disorders.
My goal is to help individuals and families in crisis. I have 4 areas of passion. I love working with children, teenagers, and their parents. My second area of passion is working with narcissistic recovery and survivors of narcissistic relationships (both adults and children). Third, working with my clients to rewire their brains and change emotional reactions. I integrate experiential interventions, mindfulness, coping, and other tools in both individual adult and adolescent therapy. Finally, I enjoy neuropsychological and psychological assessments for all age groups.
I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in mood disorders and anxiety as well as neurodivergent conditions such as Autism and ADHD.
My journey towards becoming a therapist started when I was in high school. I was known as “the one to talk to,” most likely because of my open and non-judgmental nature. While I was at UC Irvine for my undergraduate experience, I became fascinated with psychology and knew that I wanted to be a clinical psychologist.
I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in mood disorders and anxiety as well as neurodivergent conditions such as Autism and ADHD.
My journey towards becoming a therapist started when I was in high school. I was known as “the one to talk to,” most likely because of my open and non-judgmental nature. While I was at UC Irvine for my undergraduate experience, I became fascinated with psychology and knew that I wanted to be a clinical psychologist.
I specialize in evaluations for children, adolescents and adults which can address a variety of issues such as: diagnosis of emotional issues, cognitive functioning, learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, and personality styles.
I specialize in evaluations for children, adolescents and adults which can address a variety of issues such as: diagnosis of emotional issues, cognitive functioning, learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, and personality styles.
I have significant experience and training in treating generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB), social anxiety, school avoidance, specific phobias, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I have certifications as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional & Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I have significant experience and training in treating generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB), social anxiety, school avoidance, specific phobias, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I have certifications as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional & Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
In addition, I have worked for many years in different roles supporting individuals and parents to those on the Autism Spectrum.
Life can be tough and it can sometimes feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. I am here to help set it down and unpack some of the burden that anxiety, depression, and difficult life events may have left you to hold (maybe on your own and for far too long). My goal is to offer you support with discovering what makes you happiest and most fulfilled. We will explore and uncover your own unique gifts and talents that will help you gain the confidence you need to build the life you have been dreaming of.
In addition, I have worked for many years in different roles supporting individuals and parents to those on the Autism Spectrum.
Life can be tough and it can sometimes feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. I am here to help set it down and unpack some of the burden that anxiety, depression, and difficult life events may have left you to hold (maybe on your own and for far too long). My goal is to offer you support with discovering what makes you happiest and most fulfilled. We will explore and uncover your own unique gifts and talents that will help you gain the confidence you need to build the life you have been dreaming of.
I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, social, communication challenges, unresolved trauma, and who have or may have autism spectrum disorder.
My approach to treatment is to build rapport in a non-judgmental environment, where my clients feel empowered to make healthy adjustments to improve their functioning. My most common theoretical approaches to treatment are cognitive behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, which have both been empirically researched and proven effective.
I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, social, communication challenges, unresolved trauma, and who have or may have autism spectrum disorder.
My approach to treatment is to build rapport in a non-judgmental environment, where my clients feel empowered to make healthy adjustments to improve their functioning. My most common theoretical approaches to treatment are cognitive behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, which have both been empirically researched and proven effective.
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