Autism Therapists in Madison, CT

The 3 areas of specialty in my practice are: (1) Families with Young Children & Adolescents (2) Working with "Special Families", especially those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities (3) Changes in Life Cycles for Individuals & Families.
Welcome! I am a seasoned clinician with over 20 years of experience and owner of Back on Track CT, LLC. Life throws unexpected surprises in our direction from time to time. My goal is to help you explore your options, assess barriers, develop tools built specifically for your current challenge, then help you pivot into action. If one person in a relationship or family is struggling, more often than not it will have a ripple effect. There are ways to minimize the impact while strengthening your family system. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy options to ensure all your behavioral health needs are met.
The 3 areas of specialty in my practice are: (1) Families with Young Children & Adolescents (2) Working with "Special Families", especially those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities (3) Changes in Life Cycles for Individuals & Families.
Welcome! I am a seasoned clinician with over 20 years of experience and owner of Back on Track CT, LLC. Life throws unexpected surprises in our direction from time to time. My goal is to help you explore your options, assess barriers, develop tools built specifically for your current challenge, then help you pivot into action. If one person in a relationship or family is struggling, more often than not it will have a ripple effect. There are ways to minimize the impact while strengthening your family system. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy options to ensure all your behavioral health needs are met.

I have a specialty in the evaluation of children on the autism spectrum which includes assessment, school consultation, school observations, and special education consultation.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice in Madison, CT for over 25 years. I am on the faculty of The Yale Child Study Center where I supervise psychologists in training. I work with children and their families, adolescents, and adults. I have experience with a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, social skills, and learning issues.
I have a specialty in the evaluation of children on the autism spectrum which includes assessment, school consultation, school observations, and special education consultation.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice in Madison, CT for over 25 years. I am on the faculty of The Yale Child Study Center where I supervise psychologists in training. I work with children and their families, adolescents, and adults. I have experience with a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, social skills, and learning issues.

I conduct psychological evaluations and specialize in the assessment of children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and other neurodevelopmental disorders including ADHD, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, as well as anxiety and depression.
I am a licensed clinical child psychologist and licensed board certified behavior analyst with extensive experience working with children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families. I am committed to helping children achieve their fullest potential by identifying their profile of strengths and weaknesses in order to make targeted recommendations for treatment.
I conduct psychological evaluations and specialize in the assessment of children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and other neurodevelopmental disorders including ADHD, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, as well as anxiety and depression.
I am a licensed clinical child psychologist and licensed board certified behavior analyst with extensive experience working with children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families. I am committed to helping children achieve their fullest potential by identifying their profile of strengths and weaknesses in order to make targeted recommendations for treatment.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in diagnostic assessments for autism and other co-occurring conditions.
During the evaluation process, you’ll learn about your child’s differences and strengths. My goal is to have the diagnostic process be a positive experience for my clients and their loved ones.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in diagnostic assessments for autism and other co-occurring conditions.
During the evaluation process, you’ll learn about your child’s differences and strengths. My goal is to have the diagnostic process be a positive experience for my clients and their loved ones.

Jake has experience working directly with a wide range of behavioral health needs, from autism spectrum disorder to anxiety and substance use disorders.
Jake completed his Bachelor’s Degree in psychology with a minor in addictions, followed by a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Jake brings a solution-focused approach to his practice in working with individuals, families, and groups.
Jake has experience working directly with a wide range of behavioral health needs, from autism spectrum disorder to anxiety and substance use disorders.
Jake completed his Bachelor’s Degree in psychology with a minor in addictions, followed by a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Jake brings a solution-focused approach to his practice in working with individuals, families, and groups.

Emily has an extensive background working with youth, young adults, and families in various settings. Most recently, Emily has tailored her work to meet the needs of each individual client she sees in an outpatient setting. Emily's educational background is in Art Therapy, which comes to life in her work with youth. She aims to meet each client where they are at, through fostering a safe environment and building rapport. Emily helps clients become more self-aware and cognizant of their mental health needs and goals, providing support and guidance along the way.
Emily has an extensive background working with youth, young adults, and families in various settings. Most recently, Emily has tailored her work to meet the needs of each individual client she sees in an outpatient setting. Emily's educational background is in Art Therapy, which comes to life in her work with youth. She aims to meet each client where they are at, through fostering a safe environment and building rapport. Emily helps clients become more self-aware and cognizant of their mental health needs and goals, providing support and guidance along the way.

Note: Seeking clients open to therapy with a seasoned therapist who will be under my supervision.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with kids, teens & adults. My private practice is Dynama Psychology where together we will find power in mental health. I specialize in anxiety, coping, parenting, and health psychology. My clients are adults needing support while navigating a major life transition; teenagers wanting to learn how to better cope with stress; children learning how to rise above anxiety; parents hoping to be more effective while raising a family; and possibly you on your pursuit for healthy change.
Note: Seeking clients open to therapy with a seasoned therapist who will be under my supervision.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with kids, teens & adults. My private practice is Dynama Psychology where together we will find power in mental health. I specialize in anxiety, coping, parenting, and health psychology. My clients are adults needing support while navigating a major life transition; teenagers wanting to learn how to better cope with stress; children learning how to rise above anxiety; parents hoping to be more effective while raising a family; and possibly you on your pursuit for healthy change.

Jessica is a licensed clinical social worker who completed her education at Southern Connecticut State University in 2016. She has worked with the entire lifespan from children to older adults. Her experiences with both outpatient and inpatient settings have given her a broad perspective of the challenges that people deal with and what can help people to live more productive lives. She uses a strengths-based and humanistic approach in her work with others. She has grown to work in both individual and group settings and has a love for building relationships with clients and utilizing the relationship to guide the work.
Jessica is a licensed clinical social worker who completed her education at Southern Connecticut State University in 2016. She has worked with the entire lifespan from children to older adults. Her experiences with both outpatient and inpatient settings have given her a broad perspective of the challenges that people deal with and what can help people to live more productive lives. She uses a strengths-based and humanistic approach in her work with others. She has grown to work in both individual and group settings and has a love for building relationships with clients and utilizing the relationship to guide the work.

Sarah’s work considers the whole familial system understanding the power and effect of each interaction between each member. Sarah knows therapy is a place for people to share and explore their own lives and in that exploration, healing begins. Sarah’s therapeutic room becomes a space where people can learn and discover themselves through stories. Sarah works with the mind-body connection and shows clients how to understand the signals in their own bodies. She uses solution, narrative, and emotionally focused collaborative approaches to therapy.
Sarah’s work considers the whole familial system understanding the power and effect of each interaction between each member. Sarah knows therapy is a place for people to share and explore their own lives and in that exploration, healing begins. Sarah’s therapeutic room becomes a space where people can learn and discover themselves through stories. Sarah works with the mind-body connection and shows clients how to understand the signals in their own bodies. She uses solution, narrative, and emotionally focused collaborative approaches to therapy.

Brittany is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working in the field for over a decade. Her work spans across the lifespan from adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Brittany is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working in the field for over a decade. Her work spans across the lifespan from adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

I have extensive clinical experience, and I have been in private practice in Madison for many years working in individual, group and couples psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults.
I have extensive clinical experience, and I have been in private practice in Madison for many years working in individual, group and couples psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults.

Welcome! I am an experienced counselor 14 years in practice and work with clients ranging in age and presenting issues. My ideal client is one looking to achieve fulfillment in life and their relationships. I take a collaborative approach and use homework and other tools to help my clients achieve their goals.
Welcome! I am an experienced counselor 14 years in practice and work with clients ranging in age and presenting issues. My ideal client is one looking to achieve fulfillment in life and their relationships. I take a collaborative approach and use homework and other tools to help my clients achieve their goals.

Alex Klein, MS, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443
As a licensed clinical therapist and masters level recreational specialist, my expertise in psychotherapy has been built over the course of two decades working with adolescents, adults, and families. Whether supporting adolescents as they undergo a difficult life transition or mediating conflict among adults and families, my services are designed to help individuals navigate the complexities that often come with an array of emotions and challenging life situations.
As a licensed clinical therapist and masters level recreational specialist, my expertise in psychotherapy has been built over the course of two decades working with adolescents, adults, and families. Whether supporting adolescents as they undergo a difficult life transition or mediating conflict among adults and families, my services are designed to help individuals navigate the complexities that often come with an array of emotions and challenging life situations.

I am accepting new individuals, couples, & families. I am a member of PsyPact, which allows me to do telehealth in most states (great for college students, people who travel for work, etc). I have an interest in helping young adults and adults through difficult life transitions and working through the constantly changing ways that we identify and see ourselves as it relates to parenthood, relationships, health, and work, among other things. I also specialize in working with college students and athletes. I help people figure out who they want to be, which might be different from who others think they "should" be.
I am accepting new individuals, couples, & families. I am a member of PsyPact, which allows me to do telehealth in most states (great for college students, people who travel for work, etc). I have an interest in helping young adults and adults through difficult life transitions and working through the constantly changing ways that we identify and see ourselves as it relates to parenthood, relationships, health, and work, among other things. I also specialize in working with college students and athletes. I help people figure out who they want to be, which might be different from who others think they "should" be.

In valuing his role as a therapist, James tries to be a guide and advocate, recognizing that clients are experts in their own lives and act as the main drivers of change. He views building on the strengths that the client already brings to the table as an integral part of the process to institute lasting change. James also believes that the strength and quality of the therapist-client relationship is a critical piece of the therapeutic process.
In valuing his role as a therapist, James tries to be a guide and advocate, recognizing that clients are experts in their own lives and act as the main drivers of change. He views building on the strengths that the client already brings to the table as an integral part of the process to institute lasting change. James also believes that the strength and quality of the therapist-client relationship is a critical piece of the therapeutic process.

I am a clinical psychologist with 15 years of experience in the field of psychotherapy. I provide a safe and affirming environment in which you can explore your emotions and work towards growth and healing.
I am a clinical psychologist with 15 years of experience in the field of psychotherapy. I provide a safe and affirming environment in which you can explore your emotions and work towards growth and healing.

Kathleen DeMino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Making an informed choice in selection of your therapist is your first step in achieving your goals. In the field for 25+ years, I am licensed both as a Clinical Social Worker and a Drug and Alcohol Counselor with post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, I am flexible and work with persons seeking abstinence as well as those working toward harm reduction. Certified as a School Social Worker to work with children with special needs, I can assist in navigating the Educational System and can collaborate with family and school around issues impacting performance or socialization with peer.
Making an informed choice in selection of your therapist is your first step in achieving your goals. In the field for 25+ years, I am licensed both as a Clinical Social Worker and a Drug and Alcohol Counselor with post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, I am flexible and work with persons seeking abstinence as well as those working toward harm reduction. Certified as a School Social Worker to work with children with special needs, I can assist in navigating the Educational System and can collaborate with family and school around issues impacting performance or socialization with peer.

Does your child suffer from anxiety, depression, anger, eating disorder, attention deficit disorder, oppositional disorder, autistic syndrome, obsessive compulsive disorder, or a learning disorder? I can help. In practice for more than 25 years, I have a Masters Degree in Child Psychology, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology , I work closely with parents, schools, and pediatricians, providing therapy and psychological evaluations for children. I also provide custody evaluations. Children enjoy my delightful play therapy room. Evening appointments are provided for adults , parents, or couples .I shape my therapeutic approach with adults to their diagnostic needs..
Does your child suffer from anxiety, depression, anger, eating disorder, attention deficit disorder, oppositional disorder, autistic syndrome, obsessive compulsive disorder, or a learning disorder? I can help. In practice for more than 25 years, I have a Masters Degree in Child Psychology, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology , I work closely with parents, schools, and pediatricians, providing therapy and psychological evaluations for children. I also provide custody evaluations. Children enjoy my delightful play therapy room. Evening appointments are provided for adults , parents, or couples .I shape my therapeutic approach with adults to their diagnostic needs..

Have the people around you told you that you need therapy? Are you experiencing a life transition? Have you been wondering if you're in the right relationship or have been considering cheating? Would you like a better understanding of why you make the choices you do? I work with individuals around life transitions and feelings of being stuck. I specialize in working with men around the transition to parenthood and other parenting related stressors such as infertility and miscarriage but have extensive experience with individuals of many different populations.
Have the people around you told you that you need therapy? Are you experiencing a life transition? Have you been wondering if you're in the right relationship or have been considering cheating? Would you like a better understanding of why you make the choices you do? I work with individuals around life transitions and feelings of being stuck. I specialize in working with men around the transition to parenthood and other parenting related stressors such as infertility and miscarriage but have extensive experience with individuals of many different populations.

Living with anxiety, depression, or trauma is often a frustrating, isolating and draining. It causes strain in relationships, only increasing your need to withdraw. Maintaining a balance between outside appearances and inside suffering is exhausting, sometimes resulting in physical illness. No matter how hard you try, deep down you may feel lonely and maybe, scared. As with any medical condition, your condition or situation needs attention. Let's talk a what is going on and how to help relieve your suffering so you can get back to living and thriving instead of merely surviving.
Living with anxiety, depression, or trauma is often a frustrating, isolating and draining. It causes strain in relationships, only increasing your need to withdraw. Maintaining a balance between outside appearances and inside suffering is exhausting, sometimes resulting in physical illness. No matter how hard you try, deep down you may feel lonely and maybe, scared. As with any medical condition, your condition or situation needs attention. Let's talk a what is going on and how to help relieve your suffering so you can get back to living and thriving instead of merely surviving.
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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.