Autism Therapists in Louisville, KY
I have experience in treating a wide range of problems, but I am especially skilled in working with those who are neurodivergent ( Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD) as well as children who struggle with anxiety, OCD, social delays and sensory issues.
I primarily use cognitive-behavioral therapy in treatment, but draw from other evidence-based practices as well. Sessions typically last around 55 minutes; usually about 10-15 minutes are devoted to parent collaboration. I accept new teen clients only with a diagnosis of (or traits of) autism spectrum disorder; I do not accept new clients over the age of 15.
I have experience in treating a wide range of problems, but I am especially skilled in working with those who are neurodivergent ( Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD) as well as children who struggle with anxiety, OCD, social delays and sensory issues.
I primarily use cognitive-behavioral therapy in treatment, but draw from other evidence-based practices as well. Sessions typically last around 55 minutes; usually about 10-15 minutes are devoted to parent collaboration. I accept new teen clients only with a diagnosis of (or traits of) autism spectrum disorder; I do not accept new clients over the age of 15.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families seeking clarity about ADHD or autism.
I offer state-of-the-art ADHD and autism evaluations using gold-standard tools like the ADOS-2. With research-based multi-rater feedback, I bring together input from parents, teachers, and others to provide diagnostic clarity and clear next steps, whether at school, work, or home.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families seeking clarity about ADHD or autism.
I offer state-of-the-art ADHD and autism evaluations using gold-standard tools like the ADOS-2. With research-based multi-rater feedback, I bring together input from parents, teachers, and others to provide diagnostic clarity and clear next steps, whether at school, work, or home.
I have practiced social work for 20 years, most of which has involved children and adults with histories of trauma and significant treatment needs. I have approximately 4 years of experience with direct treatment of children and adults in a therapeutic practice or setting and obtained my LCSW to be able to independently practice. I enjoy working with children, adults, families, and couples with regard to complex treatment needs such as trauma, conflict resolution, anxiety and mood disorders, grief, and developmental issues affecting individuals and families such as learning disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I have practiced social work for 20 years, most of which has involved children and adults with histories of trauma and significant treatment needs. I have approximately 4 years of experience with direct treatment of children and adults in a therapeutic practice or setting and obtained my LCSW to be able to independently practice. I enjoy working with children, adults, families, and couples with regard to complex treatment needs such as trauma, conflict resolution, anxiety and mood disorders, grief, and developmental issues affecting individuals and families such as learning disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
The primary populations I work with are Trauma & Violence, Autism & Neurodiverse, Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Worth, Gender Identity, and Physical/ Sexual Abuse, though I am always open for new challenges.
Looking for someone to talk to in a safe and non-judgmental environment? Life can be overwhelming at times, but I am here to listen and help process some of the challenges life can throw at you. Together, we will explore, identify, and address your needs through an individualized therapy process.
The primary populations I work with are Trauma & Violence, Autism & Neurodiverse, Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Worth, Gender Identity, and Physical/ Sexual Abuse, though I am always open for new challenges.
Looking for someone to talk to in a safe and non-judgmental environment? Life can be overwhelming at times, but I am here to listen and help process some of the challenges life can throw at you. Together, we will explore, identify, and address your needs through an individualized therapy process.
Moorman mental health services LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCCS
Louisville, KY 40216
We specialize in autism and behavioral disorders And our focus is on for Forensic populations.
MMHS offers: Behavior supports; CBT; School based therapy; Group therapy ; Family therapy; Assessments; Consultation ; developmental screenings; Life skills; screening and brief intervention to treatment ; and individual therapy
We specialize in autism and behavioral disorders And our focus is on for Forensic populations.
MMHS offers: Behavior supports; CBT; School based therapy; Group therapy ; Family therapy; Assessments; Consultation ; developmental screenings; Life skills; screening and brief intervention to treatment ; and individual therapy
I offer affirming care for autistic adults and people with ADHD, including working with the realities of masking, burnout, and living in a world that pathologizes difference.
My approach blends person-centered, existential-personalist, metacognitive, and experiential therapy to help you connect with yourself and others in a deeper, more authentic way. Sessions prioritize felt experience, emotional presence, and honest dialogue over techniques or behavior change alone.
I offer affirming care for autistic adults and people with ADHD, including working with the realities of masking, burnout, and living in a world that pathologizes difference.
My approach blends person-centered, existential-personalist, metacognitive, and experiential therapy to help you connect with yourself and others in a deeper, more authentic way. Sessions prioritize felt experience, emotional presence, and honest dialogue over techniques or behavior change alone.
My therapy dog, Kiki, and I work with children and adolescents who are neurodivergent, have experienced trauma, or are exploring their identity on the LGBTQIA spectrum.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist with a creative, collaborative approach to therapy. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and find working with children, teens, and families especially rewarding. I believe therapy should be a safe space for healing and growth. My work is client-centered, so your priorities and goals will become mine as we work together.
My therapy dog, Kiki, and I work with children and adolescents who are neurodivergent, have experienced trauma, or are exploring their identity on the LGBTQIA spectrum.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist with a creative, collaborative approach to therapy. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and find working with children, teens, and families especially rewarding. I believe therapy should be a safe space for healing and growth. My work is client-centered, so your priorities and goals will become mine as we work together.
You’re Not Stuck—Just Searching for the Right Guide.
Life doesn’t come with a manual, and no one prepared you for:
•The job loss that shook your identity
•The relationship that left you questioning your worth
•The childhood wounds that still whisper “not enough”
•The overwhelming sense that everyone else has it figured out.
Here’s what I know: Your struggles aren’t a sign of weakness, they’re proof you’re human. But you don’t have to navigate them alone.
You’re Not Stuck—Just Searching for the Right Guide.
Life doesn’t come with a manual, and no one prepared you for:
•The job loss that shook your identity
•The relationship that left you questioning your worth
•The childhood wounds that still whisper “not enough”
•The overwhelming sense that everyone else has it figured out.
Here’s what I know: Your struggles aren’t a sign of weakness, they’re proof you’re human. But you don’t have to navigate them alone.
My current primary focus is Autism.
I help people find environments where they can thrive. This includes work, school, home, nutrition, movement, creative outlets, relationships, and hobbies. I think most symptoms bubble up when our environment can't meet our needs but we still feel stuck there. I focus on many body based techniques designed to reduce activation.
My current primary focus is Autism.
I help people find environments where they can thrive. This includes work, school, home, nutrition, movement, creative outlets, relationships, and hobbies. I think most symptoms bubble up when our environment can't meet our needs but we still feel stuck there. I focus on many body based techniques designed to reduce activation.
Sarah has training and experience helping individuals from all backgrounds, but primarily focuses on assisting children, adolescents, and teens cope with a variety of mental health conditions, including trauma and mood related disorders, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and oppositional behaviors.
Sarah uses holistic and evidence-based therapeutic techniques. These techniques, which treat the "whole person" and address the root causes of a client's difficulties, help clients achieve inner peace and long-lasting results as they develop insight and effective tools for coping through life's roadblocks.
Sarah has training and experience helping individuals from all backgrounds, but primarily focuses on assisting children, adolescents, and teens cope with a variety of mental health conditions, including trauma and mood related disorders, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and oppositional behaviors.
Sarah uses holistic and evidence-based therapeutic techniques. These techniques, which treat the "whole person" and address the root causes of a client's difficulties, help clients achieve inner peace and long-lasting results as they develop insight and effective tools for coping through life's roadblocks.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Supervisor, Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I do not treat neurodivergence as a disease to be treated. Like everyone else, neurodivergent individuals need care that fits them. I believe that combining psychoeducation and modified traditional psychotherapy techniques helps normalize and validate people's experiences, as well as help them achieve their particular goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Supervisor, Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I do not treat neurodivergence as a disease to be treated. Like everyone else, neurodivergent individuals need care that fits them. I believe that combining psychoeducation and modified traditional psychotherapy techniques helps normalize and validate people's experiences, as well as help them achieve their particular goals.
My goal is to provide a safe space for you to be your authentic self and feel understood and supported in your journey through life. We are all different and need spaces where we can be celebrated for those differences, and I hope to provide that space.
I'm a trans and LGBTQ+ therapist who loves to support other members of the trans and LGBTQ+ communities, as well as people on the spectrum of neurodiversity, and people simply dealing with the difficulties of life.
My goal is to provide a safe space for you to be your authentic self and feel understood and supported in your journey through life. We are all different and need spaces where we can be celebrated for those differences, and I hope to provide that space.
I'm a trans and LGBTQ+ therapist who loves to support other members of the trans and LGBTQ+ communities, as well as people on the spectrum of neurodiversity, and people simply dealing with the difficulties of life.
I specialize in evaluating for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disorders, and Personality Disorders.
My expertise is in administering comprehensive psych evaluations for clients who have not been diagnosed previously or learned to "mask" behaviors. I am licensed in Kentucky and New Mexico, and using my PsyPact certificate, I have provided diagnoses for thousands of clients nationwide. I offer supervision to T-LP, T-LPA, and LPAs.
I specialize in evaluating for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disorders, and Personality Disorders.
My expertise is in administering comprehensive psych evaluations for clients who have not been diagnosed previously or learned to "mask" behaviors. I am licensed in Kentucky and New Mexico, and using my PsyPact certificate, I have provided diagnoses for thousands of clients nationwide. I offer supervision to T-LP, T-LPA, and LPAs.
I specialize in neuropsychological evaluations, assessment (Learning, ADHD, Concussion, High-Functioning Autism), and psychotherapy.
My top goal is to creat real, authentic relationships with my clients, whether in the context of a diagnostic evaluation or longer-term therapy. I offer a collaborative environment to explore your challenges and help enact the change in your life that you’re seeking. I strive to be open, honest, and genuine with you as a client, and encourage the same in return. Treatment is personalized to your unique needs, guided by my experience and expertise in several therapeutic orientations. I work hard to provide a safe place where you can learn more about yourself, challenge previous assumptions, and ultimately meet your personal goals.
I specialize in neuropsychological evaluations, assessment (Learning, ADHD, Concussion, High-Functioning Autism), and psychotherapy.
My top goal is to creat real, authentic relationships with my clients, whether in the context of a diagnostic evaluation or longer-term therapy. I offer a collaborative environment to explore your challenges and help enact the change in your life that you’re seeking. I strive to be open, honest, and genuine with you as a client, and encourage the same in return. Treatment is personalized to your unique needs, guided by my experience and expertise in several therapeutic orientations. I work hard to provide a safe place where you can learn more about yourself, challenge previous assumptions, and ultimately meet your personal goals.
My ideal clients are kids, teens, and young adults who experience autism and/or anxiety—as well as those with ADHD and learning differences—seeking practical tools and a caring, neurodiversity-affirming approach.
I specialize in psychoeducational and neurodiverse evaluations for
• Families seeking a deeper understanding of their child’s unique learning profile, strengths, and mental health needs
• Students in private schools
• Students in K–12 or higher education who may benefit from accommodations
My ideal clients are kids, teens, and young adults who experience autism and/or anxiety—as well as those with ADHD and learning differences—seeking practical tools and a caring, neurodiversity-affirming approach.
I specialize in psychoeducational and neurodiverse evaluations for
• Families seeking a deeper understanding of their child’s unique learning profile, strengths, and mental health needs
• Students in private schools
• Students in K–12 or higher education who may benefit from accommodations
Rebekah was identified as Autistic and ADHD at 43 years old and is on a mission to help identify and provide support to other neurodivergent humans on their own personal journey of becoming.
Rebekah brings warmth, genuine care, hope, and over 13 years of experience to each human to cross her path. Rebekah wants to help you understand your unique strengths and differences so that you can live your most authentic and joy-filled life! Rebekah also offers individual therapy via telehealth for ADHD, Autism, and anxiety.
Rebekah was identified as Autistic and ADHD at 43 years old and is on a mission to help identify and provide support to other neurodivergent humans on their own personal journey of becoming.
Rebekah brings warmth, genuine care, hope, and over 13 years of experience to each human to cross her path. Rebekah wants to help you understand your unique strengths and differences so that you can live your most authentic and joy-filled life! Rebekah also offers individual therapy via telehealth for ADHD, Autism, and anxiety.
I am a Certified Neurodivergent Specialist who specializes in working with adults who are often struggling with symptoms associated with C-PTSD from years of negative feedback and masking.
Today’s world is overwhelming—full of stress, fear, judgment, and constant pressure to fit in. Anxiety and depression grip us as we face nonstop demands, deadlines, and sensory overload. This isn’t the life we hoped for, our brains weren't wired for this, and most of us never learned the skills to navigate it effectively. Our nervous systems struggle to keep up, often leading to overstimulation, burnout, meltdowns, or re-triggered trauma. What we want is relief, peace, joy, autonomy, and the freedom to live authentically—with acceptance, validation, and empowerment. We want to feel safe. We want to thrive, not just survive.
I am a Certified Neurodivergent Specialist who specializes in working with adults who are often struggling with symptoms associated with C-PTSD from years of negative feedback and masking.
Today’s world is overwhelming—full of stress, fear, judgment, and constant pressure to fit in. Anxiety and depression grip us as we face nonstop demands, deadlines, and sensory overload. This isn’t the life we hoped for, our brains weren't wired for this, and most of us never learned the skills to navigate it effectively. Our nervous systems struggle to keep up, often leading to overstimulation, burnout, meltdowns, or re-triggered trauma. What we want is relief, peace, joy, autonomy, and the freedom to live authentically—with acceptance, validation, and empowerment. We want to feel safe. We want to thrive, not just survive.
While we can test for a number of issues, we specialize in autism and asperger's.
We provide targeted psychological assessments to learn more about what's going on and how to help you and your child. Matt is the only provider in Louisville that offers Autistic Centered Therapy (AuCT). Being autistic, Matt approaches therapy from a different perspective than allistic providers, which is beneficial for autistic clients!
While we can test for a number of issues, we specialize in autism and asperger's.
We provide targeted psychological assessments to learn more about what's going on and how to help you and your child. Matt is the only provider in Louisville that offers Autistic Centered Therapy (AuCT). Being autistic, Matt approaches therapy from a different perspective than allistic providers, which is beneficial for autistic clients!
I've spent over 20 years helping women over 25 deal with life transitions, the overwhelming stress of trauma, toxic relationships, work, separation/ divorce, and even caregiving, especially parents raising children with school problems/adhd/ autism.
I use science-based approaches that supports the whole you.
You get Personalized wellness plans
I'm more than talk. I give you tools you can use right away and monitor your progress through regular follow-ups.
(Therapy and coaching)
Teamwork makes the dream work! Work with me, and together we can make your time more effective.
I've spent over 20 years helping women over 25 deal with life transitions, the overwhelming stress of trauma, toxic relationships, work, separation/ divorce, and even caregiving, especially parents raising children with school problems/adhd/ autism.
I use science-based approaches that supports the whole you.
You get Personalized wellness plans
I'm more than talk. I give you tools you can use right away and monitor your progress through regular follow-ups.
(Therapy and coaching)
Teamwork makes the dream work! Work with me, and together we can make your time more effective.
Allison has extensive experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as those on the autism spectrum.
Allison Burdenmeyer, LCSW, provides compassionate and personalized care to adults and seniors throughout Kentucky. She specializes in helping clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. Through individual therapy, Allison creates a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop the skills needed to overcome obstacles and achieve their personal goals. Her warm and approachable style helps clients feel at ease as they work toward greater mental wellness.
Allison has extensive experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as those on the autism spectrum.
Allison Burdenmeyer, LCSW, provides compassionate and personalized care to adults and seniors throughout Kentucky. She specializes in helping clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. Through individual therapy, Allison creates a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop the skills needed to overcome obstacles and achieve their personal goals. Her warm and approachable style helps clients feel at ease as they work toward greater mental wellness.
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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.