Autism Therapists in Lakeland, FL
Dr. Suzanne Lavelle is the founder of Lakeland Psychology. She and her associates provide comprehensive psychological evaluations and customized psychological treatment.
Dr. Suzanne Lavelle is the founder of Lakeland Psychology. She and her associates provide comprehensive psychological evaluations and customized psychological treatment.
Are you ready to embark on a voyage to awaken your true self and reach your full potential? Voyage Counseling is ready to help you navigate big changes in your life as a trusted member of your crew. Voyage Counseling knows that you have the vision of the route you want to take in life, and is here to help support you with tools and knowledge to help you reach your goals. Kayla Renaud (she/her) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with an office for private practice in the heart of Downtown Lakeland. Kayla is also happy to see clients throughout Florida, via TeleHealth.
Are you ready to embark on a voyage to awaken your true self and reach your full potential? Voyage Counseling is ready to help you navigate big changes in your life as a trusted member of your crew. Voyage Counseling knows that you have the vision of the route you want to take in life, and is here to help support you with tools and knowledge to help you reach your goals. Kayla Renaud (she/her) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with an office for private practice in the heart of Downtown Lakeland. Kayla is also happy to see clients throughout Florida, via TeleHealth.
Katie Belcher-Miller
Counselor, LMHC, QS, CAS
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Katie, an AuDHD ( Autistic and ADHD) therapist, and owner of Anchored in Hope Counseling Services LLC.
I have 11-12 years experience in the mental health field (and still love it)! As a therapist with lived experience, I particularly enjoy helping those who identify as ADHD/ Autistic and/or face challenges with anxiety/mood disorder learn to accept themselves, manage their emotions, and cope with the challenges of life they face.
Hello, I'm Katie, an AuDHD ( Autistic and ADHD) therapist, and owner of Anchored in Hope Counseling Services LLC.
I have 11-12 years experience in the mental health field (and still love it)! As a therapist with lived experience, I particularly enjoy helping those who identify as ADHD/ Autistic and/or face challenges with anxiety/mood disorder learn to accept themselves, manage their emotions, and cope with the challenges of life they face.
I help children and families with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning challenges, and behavior concerns.
Parents of children with learning, developmental, or behavioral challenges often feel overwhelmed navigating school systems, scholarships, and supports. They want clarity, answers, and a trusted partner to guide them. My clients seek timely evaluations, practical recommendations, and coaching strategies that reduce stress at home and school. Their goal: to help their child thrive academically, emotionally, and socially with the right tools, advocacy, and supports in place.
I help children and families with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning challenges, and behavior concerns.
Parents of children with learning, developmental, or behavioral challenges often feel overwhelmed navigating school systems, scholarships, and supports. They want clarity, answers, and a trusted partner to guide them. My clients seek timely evaluations, practical recommendations, and coaching strategies that reduce stress at home and school. Their goal: to help their child thrive academically, emotionally, and socially with the right tools, advocacy, and supports in place.
I work with children, teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, ADHD, autism-related concerns, and life transitions.
I am neurodivergent-affirming and take a strengths-based approach when working with individuals and families impacted by ADHD or autism traits. I value self-acceptance, emotional awareness, and practical growth over quick fixes or labels.
I work with children, teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, ADHD, autism-related concerns, and life transitions.
I am neurodivergent-affirming and take a strengths-based approach when working with individuals and families impacted by ADHD or autism traits. I value self-acceptance, emotional awareness, and practical growth over quick fixes or labels.
I work with adults, including neurodivergent individuals, who are seeking clarity, connection, and a better understanding of themselves and their patterns.
My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and tailored to your unique experience. I help clients better understand their emotions, navigate relationship dynamics, and develop strategies that support stability and meaningful change. I integrate evidence-based therapies while honoring neurodiversity, focusing on practical tools, emotional insight, and building
I work with adults, including neurodivergent individuals, who are seeking clarity, connection, and a better understanding of themselves and their patterns.
My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and tailored to your unique experience. I help clients better understand their emotions, navigate relationship dynamics, and develop strategies that support stability and meaningful change. I integrate evidence-based therapies while honoring neurodiversity, focusing on practical tools, emotional insight, and building
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
Life's challenges can be overwhelming when you're facing them alone. I'm here to really listen, to be supportive, and to help you find practical and/or creative solutions to what brings you to therapy.
Life's challenges can be overwhelming when you're facing them alone. I'm here to really listen, to be supportive, and to help you find practical and/or creative solutions to what brings you to therapy.
Marked For Growth, LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, NCSP, LMHC, Sch Psy
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33810
My highest priority is empowering people to develop the skills they want and/or need to see their version of success.
I offer educational evaluations in comfortable atmosphere with strengths based reports.
My highest priority is empowering people to develop the skills they want and/or need to see their version of success.
I offer educational evaluations in comfortable atmosphere with strengths based reports.
Silver Lining Counseling
Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, MASTERS, RMFT-I
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
I graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have worked with numerous clients of all ages and backgrounds. My counseling experience includes pre-marital, marital, and couples counseling. Additionally, I have worked with adults and children facing various levels of trauma in their past and present lives. One aspect of counseling where I am particularly effective is collaborating with families that have children, both individually and collectively, to create a more cohesive family unit.
I graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have worked with numerous clients of all ages and backgrounds. My counseling experience includes pre-marital, marital, and couples counseling. Additionally, I have worked with adults and children facing various levels of trauma in their past and present lives. One aspect of counseling where I am particularly effective is collaborating with families that have children, both individually and collectively, to create a more cohesive family unit.
Testing for Gifted, Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) / Academic Problems, Attentional Concerns or Hyperactivity / ADHD, and School Readiness are assessments completed by Crossroads Assessment Center.
Crossroads offers a variety of assessment services that evaluate our clients' cognitive, academic, and/or behavioral functioning, identify their strengths and weaknesses, and guide our recommendations for parents and teachers.
Testing for Gifted, Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) / Academic Problems, Attentional Concerns or Hyperactivity / ADHD, and School Readiness are assessments completed by Crossroads Assessment Center.
Crossroads offers a variety of assessment services that evaluate our clients' cognitive, academic, and/or behavioral functioning, identify their strengths and weaknesses, and guide our recommendations for parents and teachers.
No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem — you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. As a Certified Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe, supportive space to help you explore and overcome life’s struggles.
No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem — you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. As a Certified Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe, supportive space to help you explore and overcome life’s struggles.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions? You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can process your experiences, build insight, and develop healthier coping strategies. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, I help individuals identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns while learning practical tools for lasting change, emotional balance, and personal growth.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions? You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can process your experiences, build insight, and develop healthier coping strategies. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, I help individuals identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns while learning practical tools for lasting change, emotional balance, and personal growth.
We do in person sessions in our office and online/remote.
Many people who come to our practice are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship struggles, trauma emotional exhaustion, or major life transactions. Some clients may feel stuck, disconnected and uncertain how to move forward, while others need a place to process emotions and gain healthier coping tools.
We do in person sessions in our office and online/remote.
Many people who come to our practice are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship struggles, trauma emotional exhaustion, or major life transactions. Some clients may feel stuck, disconnected and uncertain how to move forward, while others need a place to process emotions and gain healthier coping tools.
Cheryl Fellas, LMHC Cheryl Fellas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who has been practicing since 2005. She has a Master?s Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Cheryl believes everyone has it in them a way to get healthier, but sometimes they need help and guidance. She uses a combination of cognitive behavioral, dialectical, and trauma-informed care to help them find ways to cope and heal from what has been going on in their lives. In her spare time, Cheryl enjoys reading, sew, spending time with her family and going on cruises.
Cheryl Fellas, LMHC Cheryl Fellas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who has been practicing since 2005. She has a Master?s Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Cheryl believes everyone has it in them a way to get healthier, but sometimes they need help and guidance. She uses a combination of cognitive behavioral, dialectical, and trauma-informed care to help them find ways to cope and heal from what has been going on in their lives. In her spare time, Cheryl enjoys reading, sew, spending time with her family and going on cruises.
No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem — you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. As a Certified Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe, supportive space to help you explore and overcome life’s struggles.
No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem — you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. As a Certified Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe, supportive space to help you explore and overcome life’s struggles.
I have been doing clinical counseling for 28 years, and unlike most providers, I have a doctorate degree in counseling. I believe that the extra education helps me to provide more thorough, informed, and helpful feedback for clients.
I currently provide therapy on a broad range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, substance abuse, and mood disorders. I am also comfortable working with sexual, gender, and eating issues.
I have been doing clinical counseling for 28 years, and unlike most providers, I have a doctorate degree in counseling. I believe that the extra education helps me to provide more thorough, informed, and helpful feedback for clients.
I currently provide therapy on a broad range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, substance abuse, and mood disorders. I am also comfortable working with sexual, gender, and eating issues.
I have 40 years experience in mental health. I have a Masters and Specialist Degree in Educational and Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for children from ages 3-10 years old. I use Parent Child Interaction Therapy.
I have 40 years experience in mental health. I have a Masters and Specialist Degree in Educational and Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for children from ages 3-10 years old. I use Parent Child Interaction Therapy.
I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where children, adolescents, adults, and families feel heard, valued, and empowered. My goal is to help you process life's challenges, express your thoughts and emotions with acceptance and understanding, and develop the skills needed to foster healing, resilience, and personal growth.
I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where children, adolescents, adults, and families feel heard, valued, and empowered. My goal is to help you process life's challenges, express your thoughts and emotions with acceptance and understanding, and develop the skills needed to foster healing, resilience, and personal growth.
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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.