Autism Therapists in Griffith, IN
Welcome! I strive to help others discover balance to live fully. Balance is an individually defined mindset. I provide mental health services for children, teens, and adults. Please visit my website to schedule quickly. https://kellypmucha10.wixsite.com/kellymuchalcsw
Welcome! I strive to help others discover balance to live fully. Balance is an individually defined mindset. I provide mental health services for children, teens, and adults. Please visit my website to schedule quickly. https://kellypmucha10.wixsite.com/kellymuchalcsw
I believe healing begins with compassion, hope, and connection. With degrees from the Pennsylvania State University and Indiana Wesleyan University, and over 20 years of experience supporting individuals with special needs through the Indiana or other state Waiver Systems, I integrate Mindfulness, CBT, and DBT to promote peace and personal growth. My Christian background inspires my empathy and belief in each person’s capacity for renewal, and I’m honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing.
I believe healing begins with compassion, hope, and connection. With degrees from the Pennsylvania State University and Indiana Wesleyan University, and over 20 years of experience supporting individuals with special needs through the Indiana or other state Waiver Systems, I integrate Mindfulness, CBT, and DBT to promote peace and personal growth. My Christian background inspires my empathy and belief in each person’s capacity for renewal, and I’m honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing.
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I primarily help children and teens with daily life challenges and transitions. I aim to create a safe and welcoming environment for all individuals and enjoy empowering individuals to be their best self.
I have experience with individuals of all ages, but especially enjoy working with children and teens. I incorporate play therapy into sessions and enjoy making therapy fun for children in a creative way. My goal is for a child to look forward to therapy sessions and take away new skills and understanding after each session.
I primarily help children and teens with daily life challenges and transitions. I aim to create a safe and welcoming environment for all individuals and enjoy empowering individuals to be their best self.
I have experience with individuals of all ages, but especially enjoy working with children and teens. I incorporate play therapy into sessions and enjoy making therapy fun for children in a creative way. My goal is for a child to look forward to therapy sessions and take away new skills and understanding after each session.
I work with individual adolescents (age 12+) and adults, and am neurodivergent informed and affirming as well.
My treatment approach is not a one-size-fits-all, because we all have unique needs. I provide validation and empathy, as well a gentle challenging.
I specialize in all that I’ve listed above, and can also write letters, for gender affirming healthcare.
I work with individual adolescents (age 12+) and adults, and am neurodivergent informed and affirming as well.
My treatment approach is not a one-size-fits-all, because we all have unique needs. I provide validation and empathy, as well a gentle challenging.
I specialize in all that I’ve listed above, and can also write letters, for gender affirming healthcare.
Hello, I'm Tim. I've been dedicated to the mental health field since the 1990s, bringing a wealth of experience and compassion to my practice. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working in an inpatient psychiatric unit for 13 years, along with various outpatient positions. My approach is flexible and tailored to each individual, utilizing methods ranging from behavioral therapy to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I firmly believe that each client can help guide the way to better functioning and communication, and I am here to support that journey.
Hello, I'm Tim. I've been dedicated to the mental health field since the 1990s, bringing a wealth of experience and compassion to my practice. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working in an inpatient psychiatric unit for 13 years, along with various outpatient positions. My approach is flexible and tailored to each individual, utilizing methods ranging from behavioral therapy to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I firmly believe that each client can help guide the way to better functioning and communication, and I am here to support that journey.
The world today can be challenging for children and teens; it can be easy to fall into a pattern of anxious or depressed mood, feeling like you don't fit in, and juggling ever-changing environments. When working through these challenges, it is important to find a space that is comfortable and safe for learning and growing. I believe creating a safe and comfortable environment to challenge clients through creating realistic and achievable goals is crucial to therapeutic success.
The world today can be challenging for children and teens; it can be easy to fall into a pattern of anxious or depressed mood, feeling like you don't fit in, and juggling ever-changing environments. When working through these challenges, it is important to find a space that is comfortable and safe for learning and growing. I believe creating a safe and comfortable environment to challenge clients through creating realistic and achievable goals is crucial to therapeutic success.
I am a trauma informed Licensed Clinicial Social Worker (LCSW), specialized in providing compassionate care. My therapeutic style emphasizes creating a safe and supportive environment. I use psychoeducation to ensure therapeutic choices and rationale are understood before you choose. I approach life with a collectivistic mindset and have a passion to help others. Life is hard, I have the priviledge to help others navigate hardship.
I am a trauma informed Licensed Clinicial Social Worker (LCSW), specialized in providing compassionate care. My therapeutic style emphasizes creating a safe and supportive environment. I use psychoeducation to ensure therapeutic choices and rationale are understood before you choose. I approach life with a collectivistic mindset and have a passion to help others. Life is hard, I have the priviledge to help others navigate hardship.
If life is feeling overwhelming right now you are not alone
I specialize in working with those in the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities. I work with clients who are 12+ on issues related to identity, trauma, executive functioning mental health, and grief. Whether your goal is to explore identity, support a loved one or work on your mental health I strive to create an affirming healing space for that work.
If life is feeling overwhelming right now you are not alone
I specialize in working with those in the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities. I work with clients who are 12+ on issues related to identity, trauma, executive functioning mental health, and grief. Whether your goal is to explore identity, support a loved one or work on your mental health I strive to create an affirming healing space for that work.
I have specialized training and experience in expressive arts therapy, play therapy, behavioral therapy, Autism, and parenting issues.
You deserve support as you continue becoming the best version of you. Your story is your own, and I will greet it without judgment. I am here to support your growth, working with you to meet your goals with acceptance, skill, safety, and dedicated professionalism.
I regularly help clients with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Challenges, as well as coping with the stressors of daily life. If you think you could benefit from counseling, please reach out to us at In Session Counseling! We will evaluate your needs and see how we can best serve you.
I have specialized training and experience in expressive arts therapy, play therapy, behavioral therapy, Autism, and parenting issues.
You deserve support as you continue becoming the best version of you. Your story is your own, and I will greet it without judgment. I am here to support your growth, working with you to meet your goals with acceptance, skill, safety, and dedicated professionalism.
I regularly help clients with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Challenges, as well as coping with the stressors of daily life. If you think you could benefit from counseling, please reach out to us at In Session Counseling! We will evaluate your needs and see how we can best serve you.
Mid-America Psychological and Counseling services
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP, LMHC, LCPC
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Neuropsychologist: I am a licensed clinical psychologist and a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Indiana and Illinois. I have specialized training in clinical Neuropsychology from Fielding Graduate University. My work at Northwestern University and University of California at Davis has been with patients with Stroke, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease and Alzheimer's disease. My clinic provides comprehensive services to children and adult with ADD, Learning disabilities, and Autism at five locations in Northwest Indiana and Illinois.. .
Neuropsychologist: I am a licensed clinical psychologist and a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Indiana and Illinois. I have specialized training in clinical Neuropsychology from Fielding Graduate University. My work at Northwestern University and University of California at Davis has been with patients with Stroke, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease and Alzheimer's disease. My clinic provides comprehensive services to children and adult with ADD, Learning disabilities, and Autism at five locations in Northwest Indiana and Illinois.. .
We provide autism ABA Therapy & offer more traditional office counseling services for children, couples, & adults.
Through effective therapeutic strategies, common topics for traditional therapy include family guidance, child developmental & emotional concerns, classroom & peer concerns, social skill development, communication issues, sibling relationship improvement, learning difficulties, adult & child anxiety, depression, anger-outbursts, ADHD, among other topics.
We provide autism ABA Therapy & offer more traditional office counseling services for children, couples, & adults.
Through effective therapeutic strategies, common topics for traditional therapy include family guidance, child developmental & emotional concerns, classroom & peer concerns, social skill development, communication issues, sibling relationship improvement, learning difficulties, adult & child anxiety, depression, anger-outbursts, ADHD, among other topics.
I support adolescents and adults, especially those in the LGBTQ+ community and neurodivergent individuals (ADHD and Autism).
My approach is person-centered, neurodiversity-affirming, and LGBTQ+-affirming. In our work together, my goal is for you to feel truly seen, supported, and understood as you move toward a life that feels meaningful, grounded, and authentically yours.
I support adolescents and adults, especially those in the LGBTQ+ community and neurodivergent individuals (ADHD and Autism).
My approach is person-centered, neurodiversity-affirming, and LGBTQ+-affirming. In our work together, my goal is for you to feel truly seen, supported, and understood as you move toward a life that feels meaningful, grounded, and authentically yours.
I work with individual adolescents (age 12+) and adults, and am neurodivergent informed and affirming as well.
In our first meeting, we will complete and intake, which is an information gathering system, as well as beginning to discuss a client's goals for treatment. My greatest strength, is in the client-therapist relationship, and is above all, the most important aspect to effective treatment.
I work with individual adolescents (age 12+) and adults, and am neurodivergent informed and affirming as well.
In our first meeting, we will complete and intake, which is an information gathering system, as well as beginning to discuss a client's goals for treatment. My greatest strength, is in the client-therapist relationship, and is above all, the most important aspect to effective treatment.
Congratulations on your new endeavor. You have taken the first and most important step in finding resolution and peace in your life. As a faith-based counselor, veteran, and member of the law enforcement community for over 30 years, I have met and assisted people in the most difficult situations. Struggles can come from anywhere and without warning and can lead to a total derailment in a person's life. I am here to help restore balance and peace to those situations.
Congratulations on your new endeavor. You have taken the first and most important step in finding resolution and peace in your life. As a faith-based counselor, veteran, and member of the law enforcement community for over 30 years, I have met and assisted people in the most difficult situations. Struggles can come from anywhere and without warning and can lead to a total derailment in a person's life. I am here to help restore balance and peace to those situations.
I have over 9 years of experiencing helping kids, teens, and adults navigate ADHD, ASD, anxiety, and depression.
Were you the kid who was always in trouble at school for talking too much or not turning in homework? Are you struggling to stay on track in college or your career? Are things on your to-do list getting lost in the mess of distractions? Do you find yourself staring at your computer feeling too overwhelmed to start? You feel so stuck you start calling yourself a failure. You aren’t a failure! It’s easy to keep repeating the cycles of shame and guilt, but you know that isn’t getting you anywhere. You can build the skills you need to feel confident in yourself and get things done!
I have over 9 years of experiencing helping kids, teens, and adults navigate ADHD, ASD, anxiety, and depression.
Were you the kid who was always in trouble at school for talking too much or not turning in homework? Are you struggling to stay on track in college or your career? Are things on your to-do list getting lost in the mess of distractions? Do you find yourself staring at your computer feeling too overwhelmed to start? You feel so stuck you start calling yourself a failure. You aren’t a failure! It’s easy to keep repeating the cycles of shame and guilt, but you know that isn’t getting you anywhere. You can build the skills you need to feel confident in yourself and get things done!
Hi, I'm Lauren and I love helping clients discover strengths to overcome situations and learn new ways to cope with tough situations. I believe anyone can overcome their challenges, and I can help you along that journey.
Hi, I'm Lauren and I love helping clients discover strengths to overcome situations and learn new ways to cope with tough situations. I believe anyone can overcome their challenges, and I can help you along that journey.
I am currently scheduling new clients for Individual therapy and psychological testing for late August. Please reach out to me via e-mail to discuss cost/insurance, schedule, and fit.
I am currently scheduling new clients for Individual therapy and psychological testing for late August. Please reach out to me via e-mail to discuss cost/insurance, schedule, and fit.
Having a lived experience with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, I can understand what you are going through! This helps you not have to over-explain your symptoms and how they affect you, leading to deeper work.
I aim to be both validating and practical in my approach. After listening and giving you empathy, I can help you develop tools to improve executive functioning, reduce overwhelm, and create routines that align with how your unique brain works.
Having a lived experience with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, I can understand what you are going through! This helps you not have to over-explain your symptoms and how they affect you, leading to deeper work.
I aim to be both validating and practical in my approach. After listening and giving you empathy, I can help you develop tools to improve executive functioning, reduce overwhelm, and create routines that align with how your unique brain works.
I have also enjoyed working for many years with the MR/DD and Autism population.
Now accepting Medicaid too! Currently rendering services for individual adults and high school seniors ONLY via online therapy sessions.
I have also enjoyed working for many years with the MR/DD and Autism population.
Now accepting Medicaid too! Currently rendering services for individual adults and high school seniors ONLY via online therapy sessions.
I provide testing/assessment services, diagnosing and treatment for individuals with ADHD and Autism.
Struggling with negative feelings and behaviors? Either individually or within a family, this can become an overwhelming and daunting concern. I am here to help you tackle those feelings and behaviors as well as develop positive coping skills to lead you towards a healthy and happy life.
I provide testing/assessment services, diagnosing and treatment for individuals with ADHD and Autism.
Struggling with negative feelings and behaviors? Either individually or within a family, this can become an overwhelming and daunting concern. I am here to help you tackle those feelings and behaviors as well as develop positive coping skills to lead you towards a healthy and happy life.
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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.