Autism Therapists in Decatur, GA
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in the diagnostic evaluation of individuals with autism and related disorders from infancy throughout adulthood.
I have over 20 years experience working in clinical and research settings, bringing evidence-based practices from the lab to the community setting. I have conducted hundreds of workshops, published in journals, written 2 books, and I am an author on the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in the diagnostic evaluation of individuals with autism and related disorders from infancy throughout adulthood.
I have over 20 years experience working in clinical and research settings, bringing evidence-based practices from the lab to the community setting. I have conducted hundreds of workshops, published in journals, written 2 books, and I am an author on the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition.
I am a secular therapist who specializes in working with people with chronic pain and illness, people recovering from religion or religious trauma, and people who are neurodivergent including autistic and ADHD.
Are you struggling with coming out or exploring your gender identity during this awful climate in America? Navigating life as a trans person these days is daunting and draining. Are you riddled with anxiety, fear or just feel uneasy. I am a safe space for you. I am a WPATH gei v8 certified gender specialist who has been working with the community for over a decade. I understand the struggle of coming out or finding your own place in the world. I enjoy working with people from 6th graders to adults who want to be who they really are. It is okay to need help, and I know you are the authority of your own identity.
I am a secular therapist who specializes in working with people with chronic pain and illness, people recovering from religion or religious trauma, and people who are neurodivergent including autistic and ADHD.
Are you struggling with coming out or exploring your gender identity during this awful climate in America? Navigating life as a trans person these days is daunting and draining. Are you riddled with anxiety, fear or just feel uneasy. I am a safe space for you. I am a WPATH gei v8 certified gender specialist who has been working with the community for over a decade. I understand the struggle of coming out or finding your own place in the world. I enjoy working with people from 6th graders to adults who want to be who they really are. It is okay to need help, and I know you are the authority of your own identity.
Are you feeling stuck in life? Are your emotions feeling out of control? Unsure of who you are or what you want for yourself? It's time to reconnect with your GENUINE self! Create real change.
My goal is to help my clients achieve optimal functioning by assisting them on their path to wellness. Therapy with me is is based on open, honest communication through meeting my client where they are in their journey and working together to achieve their goals.
Are you feeling stuck in life? Are your emotions feeling out of control? Unsure of who you are or what you want for yourself? It's time to reconnect with your GENUINE self! Create real change.
My goal is to help my clients achieve optimal functioning by assisting them on their path to wellness. Therapy with me is is based on open, honest communication through meeting my client where they are in their journey and working together to achieve their goals.
Navigating life sometimes feels like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces—especially when you’re living with ADHD, autism, or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity.
I use evidence-based approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help you manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and process trauma. These methods provide practical skills for coping with daily stress, improving relationships, and fostering self-compassion.
Navigating life sometimes feels like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces—especially when you’re living with ADHD, autism, or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity.
I use evidence-based approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help you manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and process trauma. These methods provide practical skills for coping with daily stress, improving relationships, and fostering self-compassion.
I specialize in working with queer, neurodivergent and BIPOC people using Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing training to help people learn to resolve trauma at the body level beyond verbal processing.
Are you feeling stuck, unworthy, unmotivated or exhausted? Things are changing fast and it can be really overwhelming. You have tried talk therapy, but you found it can only offer so much. You want to go deeper and process trauma that leads to real change in your life, gets you in touch with your emotions, or allows you to feel things in a way that isn't overwhelming.
I specialize in working with queer, neurodivergent and BIPOC people using Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing training to help people learn to resolve trauma at the body level beyond verbal processing.
Are you feeling stuck, unworthy, unmotivated or exhausted? Things are changing fast and it can be really overwhelming. You have tried talk therapy, but you found it can only offer so much. You want to go deeper and process trauma that leads to real change in your life, gets you in touch with your emotions, or allows you to feel things in a way that isn't overwhelming.
I specialize in working with kids, teens, and adults with ADHD, autism, and anxiety.
Do you feel like your brain works differently than everyone else’s, and you’re tired of trying to make yourself fit into systems that weren’t built for you? My clients often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, burned out from masking, perfectionism, anxiety, and sensory or executive functioning challenges. They want relief, clarity, self-trust, confidence, and to finally understand themselves without shame. They want to feel like who they are is actually enough, not something they need to constantly fix or hide.
I specialize in working with kids, teens, and adults with ADHD, autism, and anxiety.
Do you feel like your brain works differently than everyone else’s, and you’re tired of trying to make yourself fit into systems that weren’t built for you? My clients often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, burned out from masking, perfectionism, anxiety, and sensory or executive functioning challenges. They want relief, clarity, self-trust, confidence, and to finally understand themselves without shame. They want to feel like who they are is actually enough, not something they need to constantly fix or hide.
Calling all neurodivergent writers, musicians, artists, dancers, and creatives of any kind looking for emotional support, healing, or help navigating life challenges and transitions.
I’ll hold space for you in the way you feel safest, whether that means working with your inner child or present-day self. I am happy to incorporate music, art, and writing into sessions for expression and exploration. You are the expert on your life, and my role is to nurture seeds of healing, compassion, creativity, and strength to help you grow and thrive.
Calling all neurodivergent writers, musicians, artists, dancers, and creatives of any kind looking for emotional support, healing, or help navigating life challenges and transitions.
I’ll hold space for you in the way you feel safest, whether that means working with your inner child or present-day self. I am happy to incorporate music, art, and writing into sessions for expression and exploration. You are the expert on your life, and my role is to nurture seeds of healing, compassion, creativity, and strength to help you grow and thrive.
I understand that every child's journey is unique, especially when navigating challenges like ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, behavioral difficulties, OCD, or grief.
My approach focuses on strengthening executive functioning, fostering social connections, building self-esteem, and helping your child manage anxiety, obsessive thoughts, or emotional challenges. My extensive training allows me to offer comprehensive support tailored to your family's needs. I bring both expertise and heart to our work together.
I understand that every child's journey is unique, especially when navigating challenges like ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, behavioral difficulties, OCD, or grief.
My approach focuses on strengthening executive functioning, fostering social connections, building self-esteem, and helping your child manage anxiety, obsessive thoughts, or emotional challenges. My extensive training allows me to offer comprehensive support tailored to your family's needs. I bring both expertise and heart to our work together.
-Anxiety -OCD -ADD -ADHD -Executive Functions -Adoption - ASD (children - young adult) -Early Intervention -Behavior Analysis -Family Therapy -Advocacy -Music Therapy
"I believe in creating a safe and active environment where skills and tools needed to change or successfully transition through a life challenge can be developed and practiced. Everyone has the capability to excel and feel successful, especially when meaningful and doable steps are discovered. All of this occurs when you build trusting and genuine relationships." -Katrina
-Anxiety -OCD -ADD -ADHD -Executive Functions -Adoption - ASD (children - young adult) -Early Intervention -Behavior Analysis -Family Therapy -Advocacy -Music Therapy
"I believe in creating a safe and active environment where skills and tools needed to change or successfully transition through a life challenge can be developed and practiced. Everyone has the capability to excel and feel successful, especially when meaningful and doable steps are discovered. All of this occurs when you build trusting and genuine relationships." -Katrina
If you're looking for a telehealth adult autism/ADHD assessment by a neurodivergent neuropsychologist (especially for women, gender diverse, or trans folx), you're in the right place
I have over 30 years of both lived and professional experience with neurodivergence (ADHDer with sensory processing differences). As a neurodivergent-affirming practitioner, all recommendations and reports reflect this positive, strengths-based approach. I do not endorse any practices designed to compel neurodivergents to mask or become more neurotypical.
If you're looking for a telehealth adult autism/ADHD assessment by a neurodivergent neuropsychologist (especially for women, gender diverse, or trans folx), you're in the right place
I have over 30 years of both lived and professional experience with neurodivergence (ADHDer with sensory processing differences). As a neurodivergent-affirming practitioner, all recommendations and reports reflect this positive, strengths-based approach. I do not endorse any practices designed to compel neurodivergents to mask or become more neurotypical.
I support children, teens, and adults, including neurodivergent and LGBTQ individuals, in building connection, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.
You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. You deserve a space where your whole self is seen, valued, and supported. As a Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Medical Family Therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families process major life events—whether it’s a medical diagnosis, grief and loss, career shifts, family changes, or personal growth.
My work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and the belief that every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported in their growth. I support children, teens, and adults in building connection, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.
I support children, teens, and adults, including neurodivergent and LGBTQ individuals, in building connection, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.
You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. You deserve a space where your whole self is seen, valued, and supported. As a Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Medical Family Therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families process major life events—whether it’s a medical diagnosis, grief and loss, career shifts, family changes, or personal growth.
My work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and the belief that every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported in their growth. I support children, teens, and adults in building connection, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.
Do you love video games? Comic books? Dungeons and Dragons? Do feel nervous or afraid all the time? Or sad, disconnected? Have you ever felt like an outcast, misfit, or weirdo? Have you ever asked yourself "Is any of this even real?" or "Am I an NPC?" If so, you may have just found your therapist. I work with geeks, nerds, dorks, and dweebs, LGBTQIA folx, the Kink and Polyamory/ENM communities and people of all cultures and spiritualities. So let's play Minecraft while you process, write fanfic about overcoming adversity, or if you're brave, use Dark Souls to practice coping with big emotions. Makes therapy sound kinda fun, right?
Do you love video games? Comic books? Dungeons and Dragons? Do feel nervous or afraid all the time? Or sad, disconnected? Have you ever felt like an outcast, misfit, or weirdo? Have you ever asked yourself "Is any of this even real?" or "Am I an NPC?" If so, you may have just found your therapist. I work with geeks, nerds, dorks, and dweebs, LGBTQIA folx, the Kink and Polyamory/ENM communities and people of all cultures and spiritualities. So let's play Minecraft while you process, write fanfic about overcoming adversity, or if you're brave, use Dark Souls to practice coping with big emotions. Makes therapy sound kinda fun, right?
With a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and extensive expertise in assisting veterans and adults facing challenges in substance use, behavior management, and mental health, I bring a wealth of experience to our sessions. I firmly believe in the inherent value of every individual, recognizing their unique contributions to today's society. In our sessions, we'll delve into identifying the stressors impacting your life and explore your reactions to them. This exploration lays the foundation for a tailored treatment plan aimed at addressing your specific needs.
With a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and extensive expertise in assisting veterans and adults facing challenges in substance use, behavior management, and mental health, I bring a wealth of experience to our sessions. I firmly believe in the inherent value of every individual, recognizing their unique contributions to today's society. In our sessions, we'll delve into identifying the stressors impacting your life and explore your reactions to them. This exploration lays the foundation for a tailored treatment plan aimed at addressing your specific needs.
I offer affirming, body-based therapy for queer, trans, and neurodivergent people healing from trauma and learning to trust themselves again.
Are you constantly disconnected from your body? Do you feel like you are on auto-pilot? I specialize in working with queer and trans adolescents and adults navigating identity, life transitions, and trauma. My somatic approach helps you connect with your body’s wisdom to support healing and presence. In our work together, I focus on creating safety, trust, and connection—foundations that make lasting change possible. My practice blends lived experience and clinical expertise to offer relational, affirming, and evidence-based care.
I offer affirming, body-based therapy for queer, trans, and neurodivergent people healing from trauma and learning to trust themselves again.
Are you constantly disconnected from your body? Do you feel like you are on auto-pilot? I specialize in working with queer and trans adolescents and adults navigating identity, life transitions, and trauma. My somatic approach helps you connect with your body’s wisdom to support healing and presence. In our work together, I focus on creating safety, trust, and connection—foundations that make lasting change possible. My practice blends lived experience and clinical expertise to offer relational, affirming, and evidence-based care.
Experience with Autism Spectrum & ADHD.
Anxiety/trauma keeping you from doing things? Dealing with intrusive thoughts or avoidance of anxiety provoking things? Horrifying thoughts? I specialize in anxiety /OCD, trauma & have completed the IOCDF's renowned BTTI training for Exposure & Response Prevention. I treat all types of OCD & Anxiety - Social, Generalized, Health Anxiety, PTSD, Panic Disorder, Phobia: sexual, scrupulosity/moral, sensory, checking, harm, contamination, etc. Trained in Inference Based Therapy (I-CBT) for OCD. I treat BFRBs with ComB Therapy (hairpulling, skin picking). I treat trauma using Prolonged Exposure & Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Experience with Autism Spectrum & ADHD.
Anxiety/trauma keeping you from doing things? Dealing with intrusive thoughts or avoidance of anxiety provoking things? Horrifying thoughts? I specialize in anxiety /OCD, trauma & have completed the IOCDF's renowned BTTI training for Exposure & Response Prevention. I treat all types of OCD & Anxiety - Social, Generalized, Health Anxiety, PTSD, Panic Disorder, Phobia: sexual, scrupulosity/moral, sensory, checking, harm, contamination, etc. Trained in Inference Based Therapy (I-CBT) for OCD. I treat BFRBs with ComB Therapy (hairpulling, skin picking). I treat trauma using Prolonged Exposure & Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Hello, you have taken the first BIG step in growing and healing yourself. I view counseling as a process of positive continued growth and courage. I believe that not only can therapy enrich your life, it can open doors to witness the progress of your physical, spiritual, relational, and mental well-being can be restorative. Entering into counseling shows willpower, strength, and incredible courage. It can help uncover powerful abilities while providing useful strategies to enhance them.
Hello, you have taken the first BIG step in growing and healing yourself. I view counseling as a process of positive continued growth and courage. I believe that not only can therapy enrich your life, it can open doors to witness the progress of your physical, spiritual, relational, and mental well-being can be restorative. Entering into counseling shows willpower, strength, and incredible courage. It can help uncover powerful abilities while providing useful strategies to enhance them.
Pain and uncertainty are part of life—but you don’t have to face them alone. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel understood and supported as we work toward clarity, balance, and relief.
I integrate CBT, ACT, DBT, and mindfulness-based practices to foster resilience and meaningful change. You can expect warmth, humor, and collaboration in every session. My approach is individualized—there’s no one-size-fits-all formula, only what works best for you.
Pain and uncertainty are part of life—but you don’t have to face them alone. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel understood and supported as we work toward clarity, balance, and relief.
I integrate CBT, ACT, DBT, and mindfulness-based practices to foster resilience and meaningful change. You can expect warmth, humor, and collaboration in every session. My approach is individualized—there’s no one-size-fits-all formula, only what works best for you.
Lenissa is a committed person, with a proactive and engaging clinical approach. She believes that her learned listening skills combined with her intrinsic empathetic qualities, collaborate to establish a truly and deep connection with her clients. In her view as a therapist, this connection/relationship is the most important tool to achieve therapeutic gains.
Lenissa speaks English, and Portuguese.
Lenissa is a committed person, with a proactive and engaging clinical approach. She believes that her learned listening skills combined with her intrinsic empathetic qualities, collaborate to establish a truly and deep connection with her clients. In her view as a therapist, this connection/relationship is the most important tool to achieve therapeutic gains.
Lenissa speaks English, and Portuguese.
My name is Dr. Wax David Flowers. I have over 30 years of clinical experience. I have been a member of the American Psychological Assn. since 1996. I have been a licensed clinical social worker with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology since 1997. I have written two books, Alcoholism: A Disease or not! and Happiness is Yours: You Deserve It. This book focuses on treating depression. I have treated several psychiatric patients. I am experienced in treating substance abuse, depression, family therapy, adolescent therapy, school problems, and behavioral therapy. I have done extensive work in couples therapy and improving communication.
My name is Dr. Wax David Flowers. I have over 30 years of clinical experience. I have been a member of the American Psychological Assn. since 1996. I have been a licensed clinical social worker with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology since 1997. I have written two books, Alcoholism: A Disease or not! and Happiness is Yours: You Deserve It. This book focuses on treating depression. I have treated several psychiatric patients. I am experienced in treating substance abuse, depression, family therapy, adolescent therapy, school problems, and behavioral therapy. I have done extensive work in couples therapy and improving communication.
Do you struggle with feeling like you belong? Are you searching for ways to create support and care in your life? My name is Jen (she/her), and I am passionate about my LGBTQ+ community.
My therapeutic approach is affirmative and anti-oppressive, and I aspire to provide compassionate, strength-based, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed practice. I specialize in working with adults on challenges around communication and relational issues, estrangement, relational or family trauma, religious trauma, identity development, life transitions, aging, grief and loss, shame and guilt, anxiety, stress, and depression.
Do you struggle with feeling like you belong? Are you searching for ways to create support and care in your life? My name is Jen (she/her), and I am passionate about my LGBTQ+ community.
My therapeutic approach is affirmative and anti-oppressive, and I aspire to provide compassionate, strength-based, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed practice. I specialize in working with adults on challenges around communication and relational issues, estrangement, relational or family trauma, religious trauma, identity development, life transitions, aging, grief and loss, shame and guilt, anxiety, stress, and depression.
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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.