Autism Therapists in San Diego, CA
Victoria Grutz Neurodivergence-Informed Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Victoria (she/her) and I am a neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) therapist who is deeply passionate about working with adult individuals, couples, polycules, and families in both the neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities. I work from a social justice-oriented lens, acknowledging systems of oppression that exist to serve some while creating barriers to well-being for many others. I particularly enjoy working with clients as they navigate experiences with late-diagnoses, anxiety, existential questions, relational and sexual difficulties, and life transitions.
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Victoria (she/her) and I am a neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) therapist who is deeply passionate about working with adult individuals, couples, polycules, and families in both the neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities. I work from a social justice-oriented lens, acknowledging systems of oppression that exist to serve some while creating barriers to well-being for many others. I particularly enjoy working with clients as they navigate experiences with late-diagnoses, anxiety, existential questions, relational and sexual difficulties, and life transitions.
Whether you are in mourning, facing difficulties of neurodivergence, struggling with a chronic illness, experiencing systemic issues as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or facing constant change as a military family member, it can be daunting to confront these challenges on your own. As a queer, NB, neurodivergent therapist with chronic illness and raised in a military family, I can empathize with the complex struggles you may be facing. I offer a supportive and collaborative environment to explore and address these diverse and unique aspects of your life.
Whether you are in mourning, facing difficulties of neurodivergence, struggling with a chronic illness, experiencing systemic issues as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or facing constant change as a military family member, it can be daunting to confront these challenges on your own. As a queer, NB, neurodivergent therapist with chronic illness and raised in a military family, I can empathize with the complex struggles you may be facing. I offer a supportive and collaborative environment to explore and address these diverse and unique aspects of your life.
Holly McCarter-Crellin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Welcome! We were not designed to do life alone and I count it as a privilege to walk alongside each person, their laughter, pain and tears as they venture into therapy. In my own journey, therapy has been a place of healing and comfort and that is what I strive to create for each person who walks in the room! You deserve to be heard, feel safe and be supported. Here, you can bring life’s challenges, just as you are, and we can figure out the next step together.
Welcome! We were not designed to do life alone and I count it as a privilege to walk alongside each person, their laughter, pain and tears as they venture into therapy. In my own journey, therapy has been a place of healing and comfort and that is what I strive to create for each person who walks in the room! You deserve to be heard, feel safe and be supported. Here, you can bring life’s challenges, just as you are, and we can figure out the next step together.
At Holistic Psychological Services, Inc., we honor the connection between mind, body, and spirit in every therapeutic interaction. Our approach to mental health care is integrative, focusing on the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, relational, and systemic dimensions that shape individual wellness. We are committed to addressing the impact of oppressive systems on mental health, especially for Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) who may experience distress stemming from systemic inequality.
At Holistic Psychological Services, Inc., we honor the connection between mind, body, and spirit in every therapeutic interaction. Our approach to mental health care is integrative, focusing on the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, relational, and systemic dimensions that shape individual wellness. We are committed to addressing the impact of oppressive systems on mental health, especially for Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) who may experience distress stemming from systemic inequality.
Jessie (she/they) is a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families. She has experience in dealing with a wide range of clinical and relational problems. Jessie is passionate about serving LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities.
Jessie (she/they) is a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families. She has experience in dealing with a wide range of clinical and relational problems. Jessie is passionate about serving LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities.
We all have the capacity to grow, learn, and make positive changes no matter what life throws our way. Psychotherapy is a way of understanding personal conflicts and creating meaning through self-discovery. It is one of the first steps towards achieving change. My style of treatment aims at exploring and understanding ways of thinking, behaving and relating to others that are outside of the one's personal awareness. This lack of awareness can often result in repetitive patterns of behavior that leads to dissatisfaction and emotional anguish in a person's life.
We all have the capacity to grow, learn, and make positive changes no matter what life throws our way. Psychotherapy is a way of understanding personal conflicts and creating meaning through self-discovery. It is one of the first steps towards achieving change. My style of treatment aims at exploring and understanding ways of thinking, behaving and relating to others that are outside of the one's personal awareness. This lack of awareness can often result in repetitive patterns of behavior that leads to dissatisfaction and emotional anguish in a person's life.
Molly Gildersleeve
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101
Do you perceive yourself or have been told by others you are “too sensitive” or a chronic “overthinker”? Have you felt as though others might be missing something or aren't seeing the world through the same lens? Do you feel like you are trying to make jazz music in a world that insists upon classical? Do you have a hard time being gentle on yourself when overwhelmed by small things like overhead lighting, running late, going to the grocery store? Do you find yourself questioning social rules like why do I have to smile at strangers? Why are pjs not acceptable adult clothing?
Do you perceive yourself or have been told by others you are “too sensitive” or a chronic “overthinker”? Have you felt as though others might be missing something or aren't seeing the world through the same lens? Do you feel like you are trying to make jazz music in a world that insists upon classical? Do you have a hard time being gentle on yourself when overwhelmed by small things like overhead lighting, running late, going to the grocery store? Do you find yourself questioning social rules like why do I have to smile at strangers? Why are pjs not acceptable adult clothing?
Hi there! My passion lies in fostering a welcoming and encouraging environment where every child, adolescent, and adult is valued for their unique experiences and circumstances.
Hi there! My passion lies in fostering a welcoming and encouraging environment where every child, adolescent, and adult is valued for their unique experiences and circumstances.
Allison Radoff, ADHD + Autism Couples Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92102
Welcome! I work with couples and polycules looking to deepen their understanding of one another, improve trust, communication and intimacy. As a neurodivergent therapist, I enjoy working with mixed-neurotype relationships (where one or more partners identifies as ADHD, autistic, PDA / demand avoidant, or OCD). I support my clients in better understanding the ways their neurotype, past trauma and attachment affect communication and the patterns and cycles within their relationship. I help create a safe space where both partners can show up as their full selves and heal together creating lasting change.
Welcome! I work with couples and polycules looking to deepen their understanding of one another, improve trust, communication and intimacy. As a neurodivergent therapist, I enjoy working with mixed-neurotype relationships (where one or more partners identifies as ADHD, autistic, PDA / demand avoidant, or OCD). I support my clients in better understanding the ways their neurotype, past trauma and attachment affect communication and the patterns and cycles within their relationship. I help create a safe space where both partners can show up as their full selves and heal together creating lasting change.
Tesserae Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127
Going to school, work, or social events can be terrifying for some. Feelings of anxiety become paralyzing even before we arrive. Whether it's trying to manage stress with school or work demands, navigate feelings around change or loss, or handle social situations like entering conversations or dealing with rejection or bullying, it can be exhausting. We get stuck in habits that can keep us from living productive lives and forming healthy relationships and we may isolate, turn inward, and experience mood shifts. My clients want a space where they can be heard, not-judged, and learn coping skills to build confidence and stability.
Going to school, work, or social events can be terrifying for some. Feelings of anxiety become paralyzing even before we arrive. Whether it's trying to manage stress with school or work demands, navigate feelings around change or loss, or handle social situations like entering conversations or dealing with rejection or bullying, it can be exhausting. We get stuck in habits that can keep us from living productive lives and forming healthy relationships and we may isolate, turn inward, and experience mood shifts. My clients want a space where they can be heard, not-judged, and learn coping skills to build confidence and stability.
Sheava Rahimi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Suffering from stress, depression, anxiety? Feeling stuck in a harmful relationship? Are you grappling with your identity? Or just feeling overwhelmed? I would like to bring in the available resources within yourself for a lasting solution. My approach is adaptive to my clients' needs, with the objective of achieving long-term emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness. Some people benefit from talking, a reflection into who they really are, and others would like to explore and understand why, or to solve specific problems and achieve specific goals. And others wish to learn how to better communicate and be more assertive.
Suffering from stress, depression, anxiety? Feeling stuck in a harmful relationship? Are you grappling with your identity? Or just feeling overwhelmed? I would like to bring in the available resources within yourself for a lasting solution. My approach is adaptive to my clients' needs, with the objective of achieving long-term emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness. Some people benefit from talking, a reflection into who they really are, and others would like to explore and understand why, or to solve specific problems and achieve specific goals. And others wish to learn how to better communicate and be more assertive.
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Are you struggling to succeed in school or work? Or maybe you ARE succeeding, but still feel like a failure or not good enough? Whether you’re struggling to meet your own high standards or someone else’s, these experiences can leave us feeling tons of pressure, anxiety, and shame. Not to mention procrastinating everything! If you’re ready to break old cycles of pressure and overwhelm, now’s the time to connect with a therapist who can help. We’ll build a toolbox of strategies to help you feel more confident and productive, with less struggle. Continue reading to learn how to take the first step toward real change.
Are you struggling to succeed in school or work? Or maybe you ARE succeeding, but still feel like a failure or not good enough? Whether you’re struggling to meet your own high standards or someone else’s, these experiences can leave us feeling tons of pressure, anxiety, and shame. Not to mention procrastinating everything! If you’re ready to break old cycles of pressure and overwhelm, now’s the time to connect with a therapist who can help. We’ll build a toolbox of strategies to help you feel more confident and productive, with less struggle. Continue reading to learn how to take the first step toward real change.
Living with PTSD, addiction, or a neurodivergent brain can feel overwhelming. Each day might bring new challenges and struggles, impacting your relationships, work, and overall well-being. You might feel isolated, misunderstood, or unable to cope with daily stressors. You continue to act and think in ways that are not aligned with your values. I am here to help you navigate these difficulties, offering support and guidance tailored to your unique life experiences and needs.
Living with PTSD, addiction, or a neurodivergent brain can feel overwhelming. Each day might bring new challenges and struggles, impacting your relationships, work, and overall well-being. You might feel isolated, misunderstood, or unable to cope with daily stressors. You continue to act and think in ways that are not aligned with your values. I am here to help you navigate these difficulties, offering support and guidance tailored to your unique life experiences and needs.
Amy is a compassionate LCSW utilizing her 10-plus years of experience and keen insight to enlighten and provide self-awareness to challenging life circumstances.
Amy is a compassionate LCSW utilizing her 10-plus years of experience and keen insight to enlighten and provide self-awareness to challenging life circumstances.
Hey there! I work with ADHD, ASD, OCD, trauma, grief, relationships, domestic violence, and LGBTQ+. I am based in Los Gatos but see clients all over California. I’m genuinely invested in understanding how mental health impacts you and figuring out what will help you feel better. I think therapy has shifted toward techniques that sound good but don’t always create real change. This has left people even more stuck and unable to get out of their heads. My approach is to translate clinical research into something real and accessible, while also bringing warmth and empathy to create sessions that feel friendly, familiar, and supportive.
Hey there! I work with ADHD, ASD, OCD, trauma, grief, relationships, domestic violence, and LGBTQ+. I am based in Los Gatos but see clients all over California. I’m genuinely invested in understanding how mental health impacts you and figuring out what will help you feel better. I think therapy has shifted toward techniques that sound good but don’t always create real change. This has left people even more stuck and unable to get out of their heads. My approach is to translate clinical research into something real and accessible, while also bringing warmth and empathy to create sessions that feel friendly, familiar, and supportive.
As a neuropsychologist, I conduct diagnostic evaluations for adolescents and adults. I use a series of tests to uncover underlying cognitive/thought patterns and emotions that may be contributing to difficulties in daily functioning. I am especially passionate about working with young adults who have been struggling for a while but have not yet identified a source of their concerns. My goals are to assist in the diagnosis of any underlying conditions, and to provide coping and management strategies to help set you up for success.
As a neuropsychologist, I conduct diagnostic evaluations for adolescents and adults. I use a series of tests to uncover underlying cognitive/thought patterns and emotions that may be contributing to difficulties in daily functioning. I am especially passionate about working with young adults who have been struggling for a while but have not yet identified a source of their concerns. My goals are to assist in the diagnosis of any underlying conditions, and to provide coping and management strategies to help set you up for success.
Hasasha Hasulube
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello! If you're desiring neurodivergent, queer feedback in your therapy session, feeling free to stim and avoid eye contact, this is the space for you. My clients enjoy video sessions fidgeting as they work through complex emotions, or phone sessions, as they go on a walk. I work with queer, neurodivergent individuals who desire to explore their sexuality, relationships, and trauma. Their goals are unmasking and affirming their neurodivergent identity, while grieving the sheer burnout from conforming.
Hello! If you're desiring neurodivergent, queer feedback in your therapy session, feeling free to stim and avoid eye contact, this is the space for you. My clients enjoy video sessions fidgeting as they work through complex emotions, or phone sessions, as they go on a walk. I work with queer, neurodivergent individuals who desire to explore their sexuality, relationships, and trauma. Their goals are unmasking and affirming their neurodivergent identity, while grieving the sheer burnout from conforming.
Currently only taking couples! My insurance and sliding scale openings are currently full!
I am a queer, cisgender woman practicing trans, non-binary, genderqueer, neurodivergent, poly/ENM, and kink informed care. I am ready to help you, or you and your partner(s), explore that curiosity about yourself that begs for more attention! We are all figuring out how to show up as the person we want to be. My ideal client would bring in curiosity about themselves and want to utilize session as a collaborative space to explore.
Currently only taking couples! My insurance and sliding scale openings are currently full!
I am a queer, cisgender woman practicing trans, non-binary, genderqueer, neurodivergent, poly/ENM, and kink informed care. I am ready to help you, or you and your partner(s), explore that curiosity about yourself that begs for more attention! We are all figuring out how to show up as the person we want to be. My ideal client would bring in curiosity about themselves and want to utilize session as a collaborative space to explore.
Even when your body is still, your brain won’t stop running and it’s exhausting. You’re used to pushing through but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Especially when you have such high expectations for yourself. What if you could feel comfortable letting your mind wander without worrying about what path it will take you down? That probably sounds scary because you know how many paths it can go down, and it goes fast, but it is possible. You have a strong sense of empathy towards others, now it’s time to show yourself that same compassion.
Even when your body is still, your brain won’t stop running and it’s exhausting. You’re used to pushing through but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Especially when you have such high expectations for yourself. What if you could feel comfortable letting your mind wander without worrying about what path it will take you down? That probably sounds scary because you know how many paths it can go down, and it goes fast, but it is possible. You have a strong sense of empathy towards others, now it’s time to show yourself that same compassion.
Monica de la Cruz Lopez Leal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, TFCBT, Trauma
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are/were you the first gen- immigrant cultural broker of your family? Have you experienced success in many aspects of your life and still feel there is a void? imposter syndrome? And/or finding it difficult connecting with your family or friends? Are you embracing your Señorx era with no guidance? Are you parenting children and are looking to break generational cycle/curses but feel lost as to how to parent in a way that is gentle and empowering? Are you and your partner arguing over the small things?
Are/were you the first gen- immigrant cultural broker of your family? Have you experienced success in many aspects of your life and still feel there is a void? imposter syndrome? And/or finding it difficult connecting with your family or friends? Are you embracing your Señorx era with no guidance? Are you parenting children and are looking to break generational cycle/curses but feel lost as to how to parent in a way that is gentle and empowering? Are you and your partner arguing over the small things?
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