Autism Therapists in Roland Park, MD
I specialize in play therapy.
As a dedicated registered play therapist, my mission is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe to express themselves and explore their emotions through play. I understand that each child is unique, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet their individual needs.
With a compassionate and patient demeanor, I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect. I believe in the healing power of play and its ability to help children process complex emotions, develop coping skills, and build resilience.
I specialize in play therapy.
As a dedicated registered play therapist, my mission is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe to express themselves and explore their emotions through play. I understand that each child is unique, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet their individual needs.
With a compassionate and patient demeanor, I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect. I believe in the healing power of play and its ability to help children process complex emotions, develop coping skills, and build resilience.
I love supporting those with OCD, anxiety, insomnia, neurodivergence, trouble making decisions, autism, or body-focused repetitive behaviors.
Imagine your mental health as a garden, where each plant represents a part of who you are. For overthinkers, especially those struggling with OCD and anxiety, the garden can feel overwhelmed by persistent weeds of worry, repetitive thoughts, and restless nights. These challenges can make it hard for the vibrant parts of you to grow and thrive. As a nonbinary, queer art therapist, artist, and outdoor walk-and-talk therapy enthusiast, I specialize in guiding all ages with my extensive training in art therapy, exposure and response prevention, somatic regulation, and parts work to help your garden heal and grow!
I love supporting those with OCD, anxiety, insomnia, neurodivergence, trouble making decisions, autism, or body-focused repetitive behaviors.
Imagine your mental health as a garden, where each plant represents a part of who you are. For overthinkers, especially those struggling with OCD and anxiety, the garden can feel overwhelmed by persistent weeds of worry, repetitive thoughts, and restless nights. These challenges can make it hard for the vibrant parts of you to grow and thrive. As a nonbinary, queer art therapist, artist, and outdoor walk-and-talk therapy enthusiast, I specialize in guiding all ages with my extensive training in art therapy, exposure and response prevention, somatic regulation, and parts work to help your garden heal and grow!
Each individual's unique experiences shape who they are and contribute a distinctive dynamic to the therapeutic process. I assist clients in developing strategies to enhance emotional well-being, improve attachment patterns, and break away from unhelpful behaviors. My practice is suited for clients dealing with identity conflicts, existential concerns, health-related anxiety, complex trauma, complicated grief, persistent depression, and chronic health issues. I am committed to supporting clients through their journey by helping process emotions, identify and challenge distorted thoughts, and learn emotional regulation techniques.
Each individual's unique experiences shape who they are and contribute a distinctive dynamic to the therapeutic process. I assist clients in developing strategies to enhance emotional well-being, improve attachment patterns, and break away from unhelpful behaviors. My practice is suited for clients dealing with identity conflicts, existential concerns, health-related anxiety, complex trauma, complicated grief, persistent depression, and chronic health issues. I am committed to supporting clients through their journey by helping process emotions, identify and challenge distorted thoughts, and learn emotional regulation techniques.
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.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in psychodiagnostic evaluations to assess for neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD, Autism), as well as comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to assess for specific learning disorders in reading, writing, and math.
I completed my psychology training at Northeastern University (B.S. - 2013), Loyola University Maryland (M.S. - 2017), Saint Elizabeths Hospital (pre-doctoral internship - 2022), University of Denver (Psy.D. 2022), and post-doctoral training at Clifton T. Perkins (2023) and PsychForward CBT (2024).
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in psychodiagnostic evaluations to assess for neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD, Autism), as well as comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to assess for specific learning disorders in reading, writing, and math.
I completed my psychology training at Northeastern University (B.S. - 2013), Loyola University Maryland (M.S. - 2017), Saint Elizabeths Hospital (pre-doctoral internship - 2022), University of Denver (Psy.D. 2022), and post-doctoral training at Clifton T. Perkins (2023) and PsychForward CBT (2024).
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There are situations in our lives that affect us in powerful ways. Therapy offers an opportunity to talk about ourselves in a way that allows us to figure out, explore and cope with that which is distressing, painful and makes us suffer. Why are things not going my way? Why I’m feeling so anxious. Why do the same things keep happening to me? What should I do to not feel sad, depressed and unmotivated? Is this what I want in life?
There are situations in our lives that affect us in powerful ways. Therapy offers an opportunity to talk about ourselves in a way that allows us to figure out, explore and cope with that which is distressing, painful and makes us suffer. Why are things not going my way? Why I’m feeling so anxious. Why do the same things keep happening to me? What should I do to not feel sad, depressed and unmotivated? Is this what I want in life?
You may be navigating trauma, ADHD, autism, chronic overwhelm, burnout, or wondering why life seems harder than it looks for other people.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent adults, trauma survivors, highly sensitive people, and parents of neurodivergent children. My approach is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and collaborative. I integrate DBT, DBT-C, ART, expressive therapies, mindfulness, and parts work to support meaningful growth and change.
You may be navigating trauma, ADHD, autism, chronic overwhelm, burnout, or wondering why life seems harder than it looks for other people.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent adults, trauma survivors, highly sensitive people, and parents of neurodivergent children. My approach is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and collaborative. I integrate DBT, DBT-C, ART, expressive therapies, mindfulness, and parts work to support meaningful growth and 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.
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.
I’ve had the most success with clients who have Autism, learning disabilities or making life transitions and are in young adulthood ranging from 18-35 years old.
I’ve worked with clients with primary diagnoses of ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. I am an EMDR therapist, and I practice with a Mindfulness-Centered Approach with CBT and/or ACT techniques to shift our focus to what we can control and take the lead to change our behavioral patterns.
I’ve had the most success with clients who have Autism, learning disabilities or making life transitions and are in young adulthood ranging from 18-35 years old.
I’ve worked with clients with primary diagnoses of ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. I am an EMDR therapist, and I practice with a Mindfulness-Centered Approach with CBT and/or ACT techniques to shift our focus to what we can control and take the lead to change our behavioral patterns.
I come from a long line of “colorful,” Neurodivergent brains.
I provide Autism assessments for teens and adults, with a specific focus in the area of Autism in women and gender nonconforming clients. Other specialties include ADHD, Autism Burnout, Anxiety, LGBTQ, emotional regulation, trauma.
I am licensed in Maryland, Virginia, Massachusetts, and Oregon.
I come from a long line of “colorful,” Neurodivergent brains.
I provide Autism assessments for teens and adults, with a specific focus in the area of Autism in women and gender nonconforming clients. Other specialties include ADHD, Autism Burnout, Anxiety, LGBTQ, emotional regulation, trauma.
I am licensed in Maryland, Virginia, Massachusetts, and Oregon.
Emily Mori
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CAS, ADHD-, CCSP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Certified Autism Specialist, I have a wealth of experience working with children and adults on the Autism Spectrum.
As a Certified Autism Specialist and ADHD Clinical Services Provider, I support kids, teens, and adults with neurodivergence. I focus on executive functioning, school behaviors, life transitions, and family dynamics. I also provide compassionate support for individuals managing depression and anxiety while navigating the challenges of life transitions.
As a Certified Autism Specialist, I have a wealth of experience working with children and adults on the Autism Spectrum.
As a Certified Autism Specialist and ADHD Clinical Services Provider, I support kids, teens, and adults with neurodivergence. I focus on executive functioning, school behaviors, life transitions, and family dynamics. I also provide compassionate support for individuals managing depression and anxiety while navigating the challenges of life transitions.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone - Caitlyn
I am a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to providing compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based mental health care through telehealth services. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward meaningful change.
I earned my Bachelor of Social Work from Salisbury University before completing my Master of Social Work at Simmons College in 2018, where I specialized in Older Adult Health Management.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone - Caitlyn
I am a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to providing compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based mental health care through telehealth services. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward meaningful change.
I earned my Bachelor of Social Work from Salisbury University before completing my Master of Social Work at Simmons College in 2018, where I specialized in Older Adult Health Management.
As an autistic person with ADHD, I am passionate about supporting and working with other neurodivergent individuals.
I provide a casual and comfortable approach to therapy that is personalized to best support you. I utilize a variety of modalities and therapeutic interventions to most effectively help you meet your goals whether that is processing trauma, goal setting, emotion regulation, navigating relationships, confidence building, developing communication skills etc.
As an autistic person with ADHD, I am passionate about supporting and working with other neurodivergent individuals.
I provide a casual and comfortable approach to therapy that is personalized to best support you. I utilize a variety of modalities and therapeutic interventions to most effectively help you meet your goals whether that is processing trauma, goal setting, emotion regulation, navigating relationships, confidence building, developing communication skills etc.
James
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my clients are neurodivergent or LGBTQ+, and struggle with motivation, communication, and the effort of being human in a stressful and sometimes unfriendly world.
I specialize in helping overwhelmed people find the motivation that's so often sapped by ADHD, autism, chronic disorders/illnesses, addictions/problem behaviors, and other difficult life circumstances. I work with adults and adolescents, and am experienced with bringing family members into sessions to facilitate communication.
Many of my clients are neurodivergent or LGBTQ+, and struggle with motivation, communication, and the effort of being human in a stressful and sometimes unfriendly world.
I specialize in helping overwhelmed people find the motivation that's so often sapped by ADHD, autism, chronic disorders/illnesses, addictions/problem behaviors, and other difficult life circumstances. I work with adults and adolescents, and am experienced with bringing family members into sessions to facilitate communication.
Nina Arroyo, LCPC -Specializing in ADHD and Autism
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You might be navigating the complexities of ADHD or autism, feeling overwhelmed by daily routines, or striving to harness your unique strengths.
I specialize in neurodivergent-affirming therapy, blending evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of what it’s like to live with ADHD and autism. Together, we’ll uncover how your traits can be powerful strengths and develop practical strategies for growth.
You might be navigating the complexities of ADHD or autism, feeling overwhelmed by daily routines, or striving to harness your unique strengths.
I specialize in neurodivergent-affirming therapy, blending evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of what it’s like to live with ADHD and autism. Together, we’ll uncover how your traits can be powerful strengths and develop practical strategies for growth.
Many of my clients are high-achieving, highly masking adults navigating autism, ADHD, anxiety, burnout, chronic illness, or major life transitions.
I offer an active & collaborative approach grounded in deep listening, thoughtful reflection, & gentle challenge that matches the individual needs of my client. Together, we explore cognitive distortions, patterns, values, identity, & self-understanding to uncover what may be keeping you stuck and work to build insight, self-acceptance, & meaningful change.
Many of my clients are high-achieving, highly masking adults navigating autism, ADHD, anxiety, burnout, chronic illness, or major life transitions.
I offer an active & collaborative approach grounded in deep listening, thoughtful reflection, & gentle challenge that matches the individual needs of my client. Together, we explore cognitive distortions, patterns, values, identity, & self-understanding to uncover what may be keeping you stuck and work to build insight, self-acceptance, & meaningful change.
Laura K Tauzin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MT-BC, NCC, RPT-S, CAAPT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, ASD, grief loss, and neurodivergence, from children to adults using creative arts therapy, a therapy dog, and counseling.
You want to feel safe, secure, and have less worries in your life. You want to communicate well, have meaningful connections, build trust, and feel heard. You want to be happy, healthy, self-regulated, and have acceptable behaviors. You want a purposeful and meaningful job that works with your brain, and supports how you best learn. You want mastery in the things you do, that elevates how you feel about yourself. You want a sense of peace and control in your life.
I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, ASD, grief loss, and neurodivergence, from children to adults using creative arts therapy, a therapy dog, and counseling.
You want to feel safe, secure, and have less worries in your life. You want to communicate well, have meaningful connections, build trust, and feel heard. You want to be happy, healthy, self-regulated, and have acceptable behaviors. You want a purposeful and meaningful job that works with your brain, and supports how you best learn. You want mastery in the things you do, that elevates how you feel about yourself. You want a sense of peace and control in your life.
I most enjoy working with queer / trans children of immigrants, disabled COVID conscious folks, trans / non-binary late identified autistic adults with complex trauma, and folks with OCD from a trauma-informed lens.
I am certified in Somatic Attachment therapy, and value providing relational, neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed care. I want to help you learn how to navigate a world that wasn't built for many of us by establishing a greater sense of agency, self-compassion, and safety.
I most enjoy working with queer / trans children of immigrants, disabled COVID conscious folks, trans / non-binary late identified autistic adults with complex trauma, and folks with OCD from a trauma-informed lens.
I am certified in Somatic Attachment therapy, and value providing relational, neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed care. I want to help you learn how to navigate a world that wasn't built for many of us by establishing a greater sense of agency, self-compassion, and safety.
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.
My expertise specializes in supporting children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
My client-centered approach uses evidence-based interventions like CBT, DBT, MI, and TF-CBT. I prioritize meeting clients where they are, collaboratively building on unique strengths. I also emphasize a robust system of care by collaborating with families, schools, and providers ensuring comprehensive, cohesive support for clients' progress.
My expertise specializes in supporting children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
My client-centered approach uses evidence-based interventions like CBT, DBT, MI, and TF-CBT. I prioritize meeting clients where they are, collaboratively building on unique strengths. I also emphasize a robust system of care by collaborating with families, schools, and providers ensuring comprehensive, cohesive support for clients' 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.