Autism Therapists in Wallingford, CT
Managing life, transitions and stressors may seem like an impossible task. If you can relate to this statement, you are not alone. Many people are feeling anxiety, sadness, and self doubt. However, you are bravely taking the first step to make a change; by exploring your options for a healthier and happier you. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you to help identify, and guide you in your pursuit of finding balance and healing; by drawing on individuals and families unique strengths.
Managing life, transitions and stressors may seem like an impossible task. If you can relate to this statement, you are not alone. Many people are feeling anxiety, sadness, and self doubt. However, you are bravely taking the first step to make a change; by exploring your options for a healthier and happier you. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you to help identify, and guide you in your pursuit of finding balance and healing; by drawing on individuals and families unique strengths.
Struggling with emotions, thoughts, behaviors? Relationships and quality of life suffering? If you are ready for support, problem solving and change, I'm ready to help. I don't have a "typical" client I look forward to meeting, but anyone who has patterns they want to understand and change could be a good therapy match with me. Most of the time clients are seeking some kind of relief after their own solutions have failed them. We will work together to understand your difficulties from a behavioral/ cognitive perspective to develop the best plan for you. From there I can guide you to develop new ways to think and feel.
Struggling with emotions, thoughts, behaviors? Relationships and quality of life suffering? If you are ready for support, problem solving and change, I'm ready to help. I don't have a "typical" client I look forward to meeting, but anyone who has patterns they want to understand and change could be a good therapy match with me. Most of the time clients are seeking some kind of relief after their own solutions have failed them. We will work together to understand your difficulties from a behavioral/ cognitive perspective to develop the best plan for you. From there I can guide you to develop new ways to think and feel.
Mark McGuire - Guiding Path Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Mark McGuire, a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength. I am a 13-year military veteran with years of experience and training in the mental health field. I am dedicated to providing a comforting, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and I believe in the power of collaboration and trust in the therapeutic process. I am committed to walking alongside you on your path toward personal growth.
Hello, I'm Mark McGuire, a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength. I am a 13-year military veteran with years of experience and training in the mental health field. I am dedicated to providing a comforting, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and I believe in the power of collaboration and trust in the therapeutic process. I am committed to walking alongside you on your path toward personal growth.
I work with clients who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, depression, or chronic stress—even after trying talk therapy. You may notice tension in your body, difficulty relaxing, or emotional overwhelm. Often, past trauma or long-term stress has left your nervous system dysregulated.
If you’re seeking more than symptom relief—wanting to feel safe, grounded, and alive again—I can help you build resilience, body awareness, and emotional balance through Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Neurosomatic (NSI) tools to restore calm, clarity, and self-trust.
I work with clients who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, depression, or chronic stress—even after trying talk therapy. You may notice tension in your body, difficulty relaxing, or emotional overwhelm. Often, past trauma or long-term stress has left your nervous system dysregulated.
If you’re seeking more than symptom relief—wanting to feel safe, grounded, and alive again—I can help you build resilience, body awareness, and emotional balance through Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Neurosomatic (NSI) tools to restore calm, clarity, and self-trust.
"Change is not about moving forward, it is letting go of where you are". I really value this quote and refer to it daily; not only in my life but also when helping with the lives of others. I aim to offer supports and guidance to individuals, couples and families seeking assistance in making a change for the better. My goal is to collaborate with the individual, couple and or family to build rapport, gain trust and meet the individual(s) where he or she is at in their lives in order to build resistance and move towards the solution to the presented issue(s).
"Change is not about moving forward, it is letting go of where you are". I really value this quote and refer to it daily; not only in my life but also when helping with the lives of others. I aim to offer supports and guidance to individuals, couples and families seeking assistance in making a change for the better. My goal is to collaborate with the individual, couple and or family to build rapport, gain trust and meet the individual(s) where he or she is at in their lives in order to build resistance and move towards the solution to the presented issue(s).
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you're seeking help for yourself or someone you care about, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to navigate life's challenges.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you're seeking help for yourself or someone you care about, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to navigate life's challenges.
As a person-centered therapist, I believe that each individual’s journey is unique and deserves to be honored with compassion and respect. I view the therapeutic process as a collaborative journey of growth, self-discovery, and transformation. My goal is to support clients as they navigate challenges, increase self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to create meaningful change. I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, and I am dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment that promotes healing, empowerment, and personal growth.
As a person-centered therapist, I believe that each individual’s journey is unique and deserves to be honored with compassion and respect. I view the therapeutic process as a collaborative journey of growth, self-discovery, and transformation. My goal is to support clients as they navigate challenges, increase self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to create meaningful change. I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, and I am dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment that promotes healing, empowerment, and personal growth.
I’m a proud non-binary, transgender, queer, and autistic person.
My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), also known as Parts Work. IFS offers a way to explore the many different “parts” of ourselves: those that may feel conflicted, protective, or wounded. I’ve found this work to be especially helpful for people who tend to over-intellectualize their feelings.
I’m a proud non-binary, transgender, queer, and autistic person.
My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), also known as Parts Work. IFS offers a way to explore the many different “parts” of ourselves: those that may feel conflicted, protective, or wounded. I’ve found this work to be especially helpful for people who tend to over-intellectualize their feelings.
Now accepting new clients for equine-assisted therapy in Middletown, animal-assisted therapy with Bambi, & in-office sessions in Wallingford. Weekend, daytime, and afternoon appointments available. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
My approach is experiential, trauma-informed, and connection-centered, meaning we go beyond traditional talk therapy. I help clients build emotional awareness, confidence, and resilience through hands-on, engaging experiences that promote real change - not just insight.
Now accepting new clients for equine-assisted therapy in Middletown, animal-assisted therapy with Bambi, & in-office sessions in Wallingford. Weekend, daytime, and afternoon appointments available. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
My approach is experiential, trauma-informed, and connection-centered, meaning we go beyond traditional talk therapy. I help clients build emotional awareness, confidence, and resilience through hands-on, engaging experiences that promote real change - not just insight.
I also have experience completing autism evaluations (ADOS), and working as a Birth to Three developmental therapist and evaluator, and ABA therapist.
Welcome! So happy to have you here.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with approximately 10 years of experience treating a variety of individuals and age ranges. I work primarily with adults, young adults and adolescents experiencing a range of diagnoses and challenges including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, adjustment disorder, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues and various life transitions.
I also have experience completing autism evaluations (ADOS), and working as a Birth to Three developmental therapist and evaluator, and ABA therapist.
Welcome! So happy to have you here.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with approximately 10 years of experience treating a variety of individuals and age ranges. I work primarily with adults, young adults and adolescents experiencing a range of diagnoses and challenges including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, adjustment disorder, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues and various life transitions.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Wallingford, CT 06492
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 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 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.
With a deep passion for helping others reach their full potential, I support individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, poor self-image, addressing past trauma, depression, and disordered eating patterns. In a nonjudgmental and compassionate environment, we will work together to create a personalized plan that promotes insight, self-awareness, and long-term growth, helping you achieve a happier, healthier life.
By exploring the root causes of your symptoms and understanding the “why” underneath, we can identify and address maladaptive patterns and develop healthy effective strategies for managing and overcoming them.
With a deep passion for helping others reach their full potential, I support individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, poor self-image, addressing past trauma, depression, and disordered eating patterns. In a nonjudgmental and compassionate environment, we will work together to create a personalized plan that promotes insight, self-awareness, and long-term growth, helping you achieve a happier, healthier life.
By exploring the root causes of your symptoms and understanding the “why” underneath, we can identify and address maladaptive patterns and develop healthy effective strategies for managing and overcoming them.
Hello and welcome. My passion and expertise is in counseling families, couples, adults and adolescents dealing with a wide variety of issues including parent-child conflict, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship challenges, domestic violence, chronic pain and addiction.
Hello and welcome. My passion and expertise is in counseling families, couples, adults and adolescents dealing with a wide variety of issues including parent-child conflict, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship challenges, domestic violence, chronic pain and addiction.
Do you feel overwhelmed with life's daily stressors? Past trauma causing you to feel stuck and helpless? Uncertain about the direction of your future? Or maybe, you just need someone to talk to. Seeking help is a huge step so congrats to you for taking this leap. Life is comprised of many challenges. As a human, you are designed to feel emotions. Feeling your emotions may be difficult and that is okay. Participating in therapy should be insightful and requires honesty while you are feeling supported. As a LCSW, I am here to help.
Do you feel overwhelmed with life's daily stressors? Past trauma causing you to feel stuck and helpless? Uncertain about the direction of your future? Or maybe, you just need someone to talk to. Seeking help is a huge step so congrats to you for taking this leap. Life is comprised of many challenges. As a human, you are designed to feel emotions. Feeling your emotions may be difficult and that is okay. Participating in therapy should be insightful and requires honesty while you are feeling supported. As a LCSW, I am here to help.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or emotional regulation? Are family stress, behavioral concerns, school challenges, or life transitions affecting your household? Moryam Badiru supports children, adolescents, and families in understanding emotions, building coping skills, strengthening communication, and restoring balance at home and school through collaborative, developmentally appropriate care.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or emotional regulation? Are family stress, behavioral concerns, school challenges, or life transitions affecting your household? Moryam Badiru supports children, adolescents, and families in understanding emotions, building coping skills, strengthening communication, and restoring balance at home and school through collaborative, developmentally appropriate care.
I have 12 years of experience helping individuals struggling with ASD, ADHD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, relational issues and maladaptive behaviors.
Many children, adolescents and young adults are struggling with the pressure and stress of everyday life. Imagine having someone to help them cope with their difficulties, decrease negative feelings or self harming behaviors and increase feelings of self worth, hope and happiness. My goal is to give clients a safe and trusted space where they are comfortable to express their feelings in a calm and nurturing environment and are ready to challenge their thoughts, problem solve or just decompress. When you are ready, I am here and happy to work with you as part of your team!
I have 12 years of experience helping individuals struggling with ASD, ADHD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, relational issues and maladaptive behaviors.
Many children, adolescents and young adults are struggling with the pressure and stress of everyday life. Imagine having someone to help them cope with their difficulties, decrease negative feelings or self harming behaviors and increase feelings of self worth, hope and happiness. My goal is to give clients a safe and trusted space where they are comfortable to express their feelings in a calm and nurturing environment and are ready to challenge their thoughts, problem solve or just decompress. When you are ready, I am here and happy to work with you as part of your team!
Welcome! I am so glad you are here. Taking steps to feel relief and better understand yourself is how healing begins. I can be the support system you need to see a lasting change.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed from life changes or unhealthy relationships, finding it challenging to understand your mental health needs, wanting to heal from negative cycles, or struggling with purpose and identity, I encourage you to reach out. I specialize in supporting women who are navigating difficult or toxic relationships, understanding diagnoses later in life, or wanting to become more capable versions of themselves.
Welcome! I am so glad you are here. Taking steps to feel relief and better understand yourself is how healing begins. I can be the support system you need to see a lasting change.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed from life changes or unhealthy relationships, finding it challenging to understand your mental health needs, wanting to heal from negative cycles, or struggling with purpose and identity, I encourage you to reach out. I specialize in supporting women who are navigating difficult or toxic relationships, understanding diagnoses later in life, or wanting to become more capable versions of themselves.
Hello and welcome! My name is Julia; I work with adolescents and young adults navigating life transitions, identity development, and the pressure to have things “figured out.” Many come in feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or noticing patterns in their thoughts, emotions, or relationships that no longer feel helpful. I also support LGBTQ+ clients seeking an affirming, grounded space. In our work together, we slow things down, make sense of these experiences, and develop both insight and practical tools to help you move forward with more clarity and intention.
Hello and welcome! My name is Julia; I work with adolescents and young adults navigating life transitions, identity development, and the pressure to have things “figured out.” Many come in feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or noticing patterns in their thoughts, emotions, or relationships that no longer feel helpful. I also support LGBTQ+ clients seeking an affirming, grounded space. In our work together, we slow things down, make sense of these experiences, and develop both insight and practical tools to help you move forward with more clarity and intention.
Additionally, one of my favorite things to do is work with adolescents who are on the autism spectrum by offering social skills/building connections groups to help them build peer relationships.
I am called to SERVE. I have worked as a clinician for almost two decades and have had the pleasure of working with clients of all genders, from all racial backgrounds with various ages and needs. I meet my clients where they are emotionally with the goal of getting them to where they want to be in life by working through life's challenges and roadblocks. The 7 years of training I received as a clinician and supervisor at the Yale Child Study Center have influenced my attention to detail, assessment, and collaboration. I encourage you to take this amazing journey of self-discovery and healing from inside and out with me.
Additionally, one of my favorite things to do is work with adolescents who are on the autism spectrum by offering social skills/building connections groups to help them build peer relationships.
I am called to SERVE. I have worked as a clinician for almost two decades and have had the pleasure of working with clients of all genders, from all racial backgrounds with various ages and needs. I meet my clients where they are emotionally with the goal of getting them to where they want to be in life by working through life's challenges and roadblocks. The 7 years of training I received as a clinician and supervisor at the Yale Child Study Center have influenced my attention to detail, assessment, and collaboration. I encourage you to take this amazing journey of self-discovery and healing from inside and out with me.
The Social Learning Center (SLC) is a place where people of all ages and neurodiverse profiles can find support that truly fits their needs. From social groups and counseling to executive function coaching, educational consulting, and professional development, we’re all about helping individuals grow, connect, and thrive—in a way that works for them. We ARE accepting new clients and are excited to meet you and your family.
The Social Learning Center (SLC) is a place where people of all ages and neurodiverse profiles can find support that truly fits their needs. From social groups and counseling to executive function coaching, educational consulting, and professional development, we’re all about helping individuals grow, connect, and thrive—in a way that works for them. We ARE accepting new clients and are excited to meet you and your family.
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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.