Autism Therapists in Lutherville Timonium, MD
My personal background as a late-diagnosed neurodivergent person informs my practice, in which I strive to meet each client where they are, and refer to the client as the expert on their own experience.
As your therapist, I listen for strengths and resilience you may not notice from within your own story. My background in the treatment of trauma-related disorders contributes to my therapeutic stance: you've become an expert in survival; you have full autonomy to decide what skills to refine next. Consider me a resource in creating your own path to recovery.
My personal background as a late-diagnosed neurodivergent person informs my practice, in which I strive to meet each client where they are, and refer to the client as the expert on their own experience.
As your therapist, I listen for strengths and resilience you may not notice from within your own story. My background in the treatment of trauma-related disorders contributes to my therapeutic stance: you've become an expert in survival; you have full autonomy to decide what skills to refine next. Consider me a resource in creating your own path to recovery.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, especially when emotions are big, transitions feel uncertain, or it feels difficult to find the words to express what you are experiencing. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are navigating anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, emotional regulation challenges, identity development, and relationship concerns. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, discover their strengths, and begin creating meaningful change.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, especially when emotions are big, transitions feel uncertain, or it feels difficult to find the words to express what you are experiencing. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are navigating anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, emotional regulation challenges, identity development, and relationship concerns. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, discover their strengths, and begin creating meaningful change.
Dan Blumenthal
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that you must treat the unique individual sitting across from you. My approach prioritizes collaboration with clients to create a therapeutic space that is tailored to their unique needs and honors their worldview. I believe that healing needs to occur in a setting which is nonjudgmental and supportive while providing warmth and hope, allowing clients to grow and thrive.
I believe that you must treat the unique individual sitting across from you. My approach prioritizes collaboration with clients to create a therapeutic space that is tailored to their unique needs and honors their worldview. I believe that healing needs to occur in a setting which is nonjudgmental and supportive while providing warmth and hope, allowing clients to grow and thrive.
I work with clients who are feeling overwhelmed with navigating their responsibilities and staying connected in their relationships. Using neuro-affirming strategies, I help clients stay organized and keep up with everyday life. I also provide support for burnout, anxiety, and depression— experiences that often come from being in a world that doesn’t support how different brains work.
Whatever you're working through, I’m here to work through it with you. You set the pace, and I'll help create a safe space for healing, understanding, and growth towards your authentic self.
I work with clients who are feeling overwhelmed with navigating their responsibilities and staying connected in their relationships. Using neuro-affirming strategies, I help clients stay organized and keep up with everyday life. I also provide support for burnout, anxiety, and depression— experiences that often come from being in a world that doesn’t support how different brains work.
Whatever you're working through, I’m here to work through it with you. You set the pace, and I'll help create a safe space for healing, understanding, and growth towards your authentic self.
My curriculum of multi-modal prompts, games, videos, and adaptive materials ensure all ages (2y-adult) and abilities (ADHD, DD, ASD, nonspeaking) express themselves in their comfort zone.
For 32+ years I have supported neuro-diverse patients through Applied Behavior Analysis, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Trauma-focused CBT, Play therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Floor-time, Collaborative and Proactive Solutions to Challenging behaviors, PCIT, Universal Protocol, Mindfulness therapy, and PEERS social skills groups.
My curriculum of multi-modal prompts, games, videos, and adaptive materials ensure all ages (2y-adult) and abilities (ADHD, DD, ASD, nonspeaking) express themselves in their comfort zone.
For 32+ years I have supported neuro-diverse patients through Applied Behavior Analysis, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Trauma-focused CBT, Play therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Floor-time, Collaborative and Proactive Solutions to Challenging behaviors, PCIT, Universal Protocol, Mindfulness therapy, and PEERS social skills groups.
Sabine Matalka
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
3 Endorsed
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Have you ever felt like you're doing everything “right” as a parent but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood? Does your child’s big emotions feel overwhelming, confusing, or hard to reach? Maybe their behaviors feel like a cry for help, or maybe they stir something in you that you can't quite name. You’re trying to support them, to stay grounded and connected, but it’s exhausting. You want to understand your child more deeply and feel confident in how you show up for them.
Have you ever felt like you're doing everything “right” as a parent but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood? Does your child’s big emotions feel overwhelming, confusing, or hard to reach? Maybe their behaviors feel like a cry for help, or maybe they stir something in you that you can't quite name. You’re trying to support them, to stay grounded and connected, but it’s exhausting. You want to understand your child more deeply and feel confident in how you show up for them.
My areas of expertise include ADHD, learning disabilities (e.g. non-verbal learning disabilities, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia), social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I conduct all testing myself, and provide understandable results and a report quickly. I use evidence-based strategies to treat anxiety using cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
My areas of expertise include ADHD, learning disabilities (e.g. non-verbal learning disabilities, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia), social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I conduct all testing myself, and provide understandable results and a report quickly. I use evidence-based strategies to treat anxiety using cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
My name is Nikki Roth and I have been working in the field for over 10 years as a therapist. I have a true passion for helping others feel validated, accepted, and supported on their journey. Are you seeking peace from depression, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship struggles, difficulties with life transitions, low self-esteem, or other life struggles? My approach is client-centered rooted in resiliency and involves exploring new ways of thinking. We will work together to explore thought patterns and challenge behaviors that are not serving you, using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and self-compassion.
My name is Nikki Roth and I have been working in the field for over 10 years as a therapist. I have a true passion for helping others feel validated, accepted, and supported on their journey. Are you seeking peace from depression, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship struggles, difficulties with life transitions, low self-esteem, or other life struggles? My approach is client-centered rooted in resiliency and involves exploring new ways of thinking. We will work together to explore thought patterns and challenge behaviors that are not serving you, using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and self-compassion.
Sometimes growing up presents challenges that parents, teachers and caregivers are not sure how to manage. Children can present with developmental delays, social emotional delays, exposure to trauma, or environmental and family situations that overwhelm them and turn childhood into a challenge. Through individual or family therapy, onsite consultation in the school or child care setting, and home visits as needed, a comprehensive plan and approach can support the child, and those caring for the child so growth and success are achieved. Early intervention can result in changes that last a lifetime !
Sometimes growing up presents challenges that parents, teachers and caregivers are not sure how to manage. Children can present with developmental delays, social emotional delays, exposure to trauma, or environmental and family situations that overwhelm them and turn childhood into a challenge. Through individual or family therapy, onsite consultation in the school or child care setting, and home visits as needed, a comprehensive plan and approach can support the child, and those caring for the child so growth and success are achieved. Early intervention can result in changes that last a lifetime !
I offer individual and family therapy services in a private office setting in Towson, MD. I use a blended approach based on clients’ needs by integrating evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I am trained in providing traditional talk therapy and can also help clients understand how artmaking can promote insight and connections to help achieve therapeutic goals. I offer clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure (LCPAT). I am an experienced supervisor, training new therapist colleagues at work as well as interns from universities such as GWU and NDMU.
I offer individual and family therapy services in a private office setting in Towson, MD. I use a blended approach based on clients’ needs by integrating evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I am trained in providing traditional talk therapy and can also help clients understand how artmaking can promote insight and connections to help achieve therapeutic goals. I offer clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure (LCPAT). I am an experienced supervisor, training new therapist colleagues at work as well as interns from universities such as GWU and NDMU.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) who uses a client-centered approach when providing counseling services to adults of all backgrounds. I start working with clients where they are in their lives and use a strength-based approach to help clients explore their issues and offer them appropriate strategies and advice targeted to improve these areas of concern. I guide and support clients in implementing the necessary changes to improve peer and family relationships, emotional health, and overall quality of life at home, work, or at school.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) who uses a client-centered approach when providing counseling services to adults of all backgrounds. I start working with clients where they are in their lives and use a strength-based approach to help clients explore their issues and offer them appropriate strategies and advice targeted to improve these areas of concern. I guide and support clients in implementing the necessary changes to improve peer and family relationships, emotional health, and overall quality of life at home, work, or at school.
Welcome! I have worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis in direct service as a behavioral therapist for 16 years and supervising director for 8 years. My background in behavior analysis helps me in understand the WHY'S of human behavior and gives me a foundation to create questions for clients to dig deep within to access greater self awareness. Accessing and understanding of our behavioral choices and patterns helps me help you find the best path and potentially a new direction. Client centered coaching is my philosophy and I look forward to getting to know you and working together to achieve your personal goals.
Welcome! I have worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis in direct service as a behavioral therapist for 16 years and supervising director for 8 years. My background in behavior analysis helps me in understand the WHY'S of human behavior and gives me a foundation to create questions for clients to dig deep within to access greater self awareness. Accessing and understanding of our behavioral choices and patterns helps me help you find the best path and potentially a new direction. Client centered coaching is my philosophy and I look forward to getting to know you and working together to achieve your personal goals.
•• Accepting New Patients •• We specialize in helping children who struggle with anxiety, depression, or school concerns with counseling, psychiatry, and psychological testing. Do you think your child may have a learning disability or mental health disorder? Are you struggling to find the right medication to reduce your child's symptoms? Are your child's emotions so extreme that it worries you? If you answered yes to any of these questions then I know we can help you!
•• Accepting New Patients •• We specialize in helping children who struggle with anxiety, depression, or school concerns with counseling, psychiatry, and psychological testing. Do you think your child may have a learning disability or mental health disorder? Are you struggling to find the right medication to reduce your child's symptoms? Are your child's emotions so extreme that it worries you? If you answered yes to any of these questions then I know we can help you!
Dr. Scarborough is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified pediatric neuropsychologist who provides comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults for a range of clinical and diagnostic concerns, as well as adults seeking evaluations for developmental disability (DDA) services. Evaluations identify an individual’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses to guide diagnosis and recommendations. Following an evaluation, families and individuals gain a clearer understanding of cognitive functioning and practical tools to support daily, academic, and functional needs.
Dr. Scarborough is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified pediatric neuropsychologist who provides comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults for a range of clinical and diagnostic concerns, as well as adults seeking evaluations for developmental disability (DDA) services. Evaluations identify an individual’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses to guide diagnosis and recommendations. Following an evaluation, families and individuals gain a clearer understanding of cognitive functioning and practical tools to support daily, academic, and functional needs.
In 1987, I started the Life Mastery Center to help people in their journey to find happiness and fulfillment in life. Life is undoubtedly stressful and can bring about feelings of depression and anxiety. These feelings can affect relationships at home, at work, at school. I believe that through the positive therapeutic process, one can get unstuck from negative habits, negative barriers, negative mindsets. The positive therapeutic process helps to identify the problems and build positive life skills that will lead to a happier, healthier, fulfilling life.
In 1987, I started the Life Mastery Center to help people in their journey to find happiness and fulfillment in life. Life is undoubtedly stressful and can bring about feelings of depression and anxiety. These feelings can affect relationships at home, at work, at school. I believe that through the positive therapeutic process, one can get unstuck from negative habits, negative barriers, negative mindsets. The positive therapeutic process helps to identify the problems and build positive life skills that will lead to a happier, healthier, fulfilling life.
Becca Duclos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Not accepting new clients
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing relational issues, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma including physical, sexual, or emotional abuse and neglect, grief, pregnancy and postpartum difficulties, developmental disability, autism spectrum disorders ( ASD), ADHD, chronic health conditions including HIV, and substance use disorders.
I believe in every person's innate worth and ability to heal. The many challenges we face in life can leave us wounded emotionally, psychologically and physically, and tending to those wounds requires flexibility, patience and kindness. Every person who enters a therapist's meeting space deserves to be treated as a unique individual worthy of respect and the focused attention of an engaged and culturally sensitive therapist who is motivated to empower rather than to diagnose and direct. I am ready to join you in doing the work that change and growth require, even when that work seems overwhelming.
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing relational issues, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma including physical, sexual, or emotional abuse and neglect, grief, pregnancy and postpartum difficulties, developmental disability, autism spectrum disorders ( ASD), ADHD, chronic health conditions including HIV, and substance use disorders.
I believe in every person's innate worth and ability to heal. The many challenges we face in life can leave us wounded emotionally, psychologically and physically, and tending to those wounds requires flexibility, patience and kindness. Every person who enters a therapist's meeting space deserves to be treated as a unique individual worthy of respect and the focused attention of an engaged and culturally sensitive therapist who is motivated to empower rather than to diagnose and direct. I am ready to join you in doing the work that change and growth require, even when that work seems overwhelming.
Not accepting current therapy or testing clients at this time
As a parent, you want to understand and support your child when they’re struggling with learning, focus, emotions, or social connections. You may feel worried or unsure and want clear answers and guidance. We help to discover your child’s strengths and needs, and provide recommendations so to support them at home and school.
Not accepting current therapy or testing clients at this time
As a parent, you want to understand and support your child when they’re struggling with learning, focus, emotions, or social connections. You may feel worried or unsure and want clear answers and guidance. We help to discover your child’s strengths and needs, and provide recommendations so to support them at home and school.
Alyssa Budros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I've worked across various settings; trauma focused inpatient psychiatry for children/adolescents, LGBTQ health care, direct services for children on the Autism spectrum, community based refugee and immigrant support, adults with co-occurring disorders, and folks with interlaced mental health needs that would benefit from a layered treatment plan.
Not accepting new clients at this time - Therapy may focus on a myriad of targets, but the therapeutic relationship is paramount and will be a focus to build trust, genuine curiosity, and depth. While leaning into that partnership, there will be opportunities to seek and find patterns, develop strategies to tackle adversity or calm fears and have space to see what might be playing a role underneath or behind the scenes. I aim to address and cultivate needed skills within a created, safe, nonjudgmental space fashioned together. I will focus on providing a compassionate, identity-affirming, trauma-centered space.
I've worked across various settings; trauma focused inpatient psychiatry for children/adolescents, LGBTQ health care, direct services for children on the Autism spectrum, community based refugee and immigrant support, adults with co-occurring disorders, and folks with interlaced mental health needs that would benefit from a layered treatment plan.
Not accepting new clients at this time - Therapy may focus on a myriad of targets, but the therapeutic relationship is paramount and will be a focus to build trust, genuine curiosity, and depth. While leaning into that partnership, there will be opportunities to seek and find patterns, develop strategies to tackle adversity or calm fears and have space to see what might be playing a role underneath or behind the scenes. I aim to address and cultivate needed skills within a created, safe, nonjudgmental space fashioned together. I will focus on providing a compassionate, identity-affirming, trauma-centered space.
Jennifer Pritchett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step toward growth and healing.
Whether you're looking to navigate social challenges, build emotional tools to manage stress and anxiety, or prepare for a successful and fulfilling marriage, I offer a warm and client-centered approach, to help you achieve your goals. Each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals—helping you build the confidence, connection, and clarity needed for a more empowered life.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step toward growth and healing.
Whether you're looking to navigate social challenges, build emotional tools to manage stress and anxiety, or prepare for a successful and fulfilling marriage, I offer a warm and client-centered approach, to help you achieve your goals. Each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals—helping you build the confidence, connection, and clarity needed for a more empowered life.
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Does your child have a diagnosis of autism?
At Growing Minds Behavioral Health we implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services using pivotal response treatment (PRT) as our implementation method. We have chosen this treatment approach as our evidence based practice because it leads to widespread gains in development while reducing maladaptive behaviors that can often impede progress.
Does your child have a diagnosis of autism?
At Growing Minds Behavioral Health we implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services using pivotal response treatment (PRT) as our implementation method. We have chosen this treatment approach as our evidence based practice because it leads to widespread gains in development while reducing maladaptive behaviors that can often impede progress.
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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.