Autism Therapists in Scarborough, ME
I also love working with women of all ages who want help with anxiety, autism, ADHD, depression, relationships and dealing with life stressors.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and parents using CBT, play therapy, solution-focused therapy and family therapy. I also specialize in working with women and moms who experience neurodivergence, ADHD, anxiety, depression and grief. My style is warm, caring and collaborative, while offering practical, down-to-earth tools and strategies.
I also love working with women of all ages who want help with anxiety, autism, ADHD, depression, relationships and dealing with life stressors.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and parents using CBT, play therapy, solution-focused therapy and family therapy. I also specialize in working with women and moms who experience neurodivergence, ADHD, anxiety, depression and grief. My style is warm, caring and collaborative, while offering practical, down-to-earth tools and strategies.
Many adults seeking ADHD or autism clarity are exhausted from years of masking, overcompensating, and being told they’re “too functional” to need support.
I provide adult ADHD and Autism evaluations using the Cherry Adult ADHD– Autism Diagnostic Interview (AADI), an evidence-based, interview-based clinical assessment for adults. I do not offer traditional neuropsychological or IQ-based testing. I also provide neurodivergent-affirming therapy for ADHD, AuDHD, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and emotional regulation.
Many adults seeking ADHD or autism clarity are exhausted from years of masking, overcompensating, and being told they’re “too functional” to need support.
I provide adult ADHD and Autism evaluations using the Cherry Adult ADHD– Autism Diagnostic Interview (AADI), an evidence-based, interview-based clinical assessment for adults. I do not offer traditional neuropsychological or IQ-based testing. I also provide neurodivergent-affirming therapy for ADHD, AuDHD, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and emotional regulation.
I also have deep experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including autism and ADHD.
I have particular expertise in health anxiety, somatic and sensation-focused OCD, Pure-O, and intrusive thought themes that often carry shame or confusion. I also work closely with panic, agoraphobia, and OCD-neurodivergence overlap. I hold special interest in how OCD and anxiety can shape the male experience, identity, and self-trust.
I also have deep experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including autism and ADHD.
I have particular expertise in health anxiety, somatic and sensation-focused OCD, Pure-O, and intrusive thought themes that often carry shame or confusion. I also work closely with panic, agoraphobia, and OCD-neurodivergence overlap. I hold special interest in how OCD and anxiety can shape the male experience, identity, and self-trust.
Kathryn Leonard, LCSW, provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy to support adults and seniors in managing a wide range of mental health concerns, with a focus on creating a space of acceptance, collaboration, and lasting change. Serving individuals across the state of Maine, Kathryn works with clients navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma, offering personalized strategies to help them achieve greater emotional well-being and resilience. At LifeStance Health, Kathryn specializes in treating substance use disorders, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).Kate’s approach integrates proven method
Kathryn Leonard, LCSW, provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy to support adults and seniors in managing a wide range of mental health concerns, with a focus on creating a space of acceptance, collaboration, and lasting change. Serving individuals across the state of Maine, Kathryn works with clients navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma, offering personalized strategies to help them achieve greater emotional well-being and resilience. At LifeStance Health, Kathryn specializes in treating substance use disorders, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).Kate’s approach integrates proven method
Meredith Inosencio helps teens and adults across Maine build insight, strengthen coping skills, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and emotional balance. At LifeStance Health, she provides individualized mental health care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and life transitions, creating a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful change. Meredith specializes in anxiety, depression, and childhood behavior issues, and also addresses additional concerns.
Meredith Inosencio helps teens and adults across Maine build insight, strengthen coping skills, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and emotional balance. At LifeStance Health, she provides individualized mental health care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and life transitions, creating a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful change. Meredith specializes in anxiety, depression, and childhood behavior issues, and also addresses additional concerns.
Helping adults navigate complex emotional challenges and develop practical strategies for well-being, Justine Charbonneau provides compassionate, evidence-based individual therapy at LifeStance Health for patients across Maine. She creates a supportive, client-centered space where individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns.
Helping adults navigate complex emotional challenges and develop practical strategies for well-being, Justine Charbonneau provides compassionate, evidence-based individual therapy at LifeStance Health for patients across Maine. She creates a supportive, client-centered space where individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns.
We are a collaborative of providers with experience in providing counseling services to children, families, individuals, and couples. The mission of The Family Center of Maine is to encourage each individual in all areas of development and stages of life. We are committed to the wellness of individuals, children, families and our community through prevention, intervention, treatment and education.
We are a collaborative of providers with experience in providing counseling services to children, families, individuals, and couples. The mission of The Family Center of Maine is to encourage each individual in all areas of development and stages of life. We are committed to the wellness of individuals, children, families and our community through prevention, intervention, treatment and education.
Hi, I'm Harleigh! I am the owner and clinical therapist of Alpinist Mental Health, LLC in Portland, Maine. I created the space to provide accessible, welcoming care to adults experiencing adversities that interfere with their ability to live the life they want, or just wanting a space to process the chaos of the world we live in. I welcome all to my practice and specialize in working with women and the LGBTQIA+ population.
Hi, I'm Harleigh! I am the owner and clinical therapist of Alpinist Mental Health, LLC in Portland, Maine. I created the space to provide accessible, welcoming care to adults experiencing adversities that interfere with their ability to live the life they want, or just wanting a space to process the chaos of the world we live in. I welcome all to my practice and specialize in working with women and the LGBTQIA+ population.
Welcome. I am happy that you are considering yourself and thinking about your needs. Despite challenges, I do believe that the first goal has already been met in that you are seeking support. This, I realize, is not always easy. I assure you progress starts here, in this step, and in your consideration to yourself. It would be my pleasure and privilege to support you.
Welcome. I am happy that you are considering yourself and thinking about your needs. Despite challenges, I do believe that the first goal has already been met in that you are seeking support. This, I realize, is not always easy. I assure you progress starts here, in this step, and in your consideration to yourself. It would be my pleasure and privilege to support you.
I am a LCSW with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s most challenging emotional struggles. With over 15 years of experience, I work with trauma recovery, anxiety, and depression.
Some other special interest areas are women's health and parenting. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate space for healing and growth. My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including CBT and Trauma-Focused Therapy. I tailor my methods to each client’s unique needs, creating an approach that empowers them to reclaim their sense of self and well-being and is a strength based approach.
I am a LCSW with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s most challenging emotional struggles. With over 15 years of experience, I work with trauma recovery, anxiety, and depression.
Some other special interest areas are women's health and parenting. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate space for healing and growth. My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including CBT and Trauma-Focused Therapy. I tailor my methods to each client’s unique needs, creating an approach that empowers them to reclaim their sense of self and well-being and is a strength based approach.
I’m Karen Radwanski, a Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP) with 30+ years of experience. Dual licensed in New Hampshire and Maine, I specialize in optimizing psychiatric medication regimens and can manage any psychiatric disease state, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
As one of only 9 BCPPs in NH and 11 in ME, I bring advanced expertise to collaborative mental health care.
I’m Karen Radwanski, a Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP) with 30+ years of experience. Dual licensed in New Hampshire and Maine, I specialize in optimizing psychiatric medication regimens and can manage any psychiatric disease state, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
As one of only 9 BCPPs in NH and 11 in ME, I bring advanced expertise to collaborative mental health care.
I help neurodivergent young adults feel like they're in the driver's seat of their lives.
Hi, I'm Haley! I'm an occupational therapist, which means I help you participate in all the activities you want and need to do, in a way that's satisfying for you.
Hummingbird OT helps you get into the driver's seat of your own life.
I help neurodivergent young adults feel like they're in the driver's seat of their lives.
Hi, I'm Haley! I'm an occupational therapist, which means I help you participate in all the activities you want and need to do, in a way that's satisfying for you.
Hummingbird OT helps you get into the driver's seat of your own life.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
Hello and welcome! I'm Mary (she/they) and I offer counseling from a liberation perspective. Within my humanistic counseling modality, I'm happy to tailor sessions to your personality, situation, and needs. I take a collaborative approach focused on client empowerment, which means that you sit in the driver’s seat of your counseling experience; you are the expert in your life and it is likely that I have resources, strategies, and insight to offer from the passenger seat that will help you find the healing and growth that you deserve. We will aim to use therapeutic interventions that are accessible and supportive for you.
Hello and welcome! I'm Mary (she/they) and I offer counseling from a liberation perspective. Within my humanistic counseling modality, I'm happy to tailor sessions to your personality, situation, and needs. I take a collaborative approach focused on client empowerment, which means that you sit in the driver’s seat of your counseling experience; you are the expert in your life and it is likely that I have resources, strategies, and insight to offer from the passenger seat that will help you find the healing and growth that you deserve. We will aim to use therapeutic interventions that are accessible and supportive for you.
I also have spent a great deal of my career working with neurodivergent folks navigating the unique challenges of functioning in a neurotypical world.
My approach to therapy is eclectic. I see our work as an opportunity to collaborate. You have expertise in yourself, your lived experiences, your strengths and struggles; all of which you bring to the table to work with in therapy. I use several different therapeutic modalities depending on each person’s individual needs and where they are at in life.
I also have spent a great deal of my career working with neurodivergent folks navigating the unique challenges of functioning in a neurotypical world.
My approach to therapy is eclectic. I see our work as an opportunity to collaborate. You have expertise in yourself, your lived experiences, your strengths and struggles; all of which you bring to the table to work with in therapy. I use several different therapeutic modalities depending on each person’s individual needs and where they are at in life.
Are you struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, trauma or depression? Are you looking for help with coping with symptoms that prevent you from achieving your goals and living your life to the fullest?
Are you struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, trauma or depression? Are you looking for help with coping with symptoms that prevent you from achieving your goals and living your life to the fullest?
You may be experiencing stressors related to relational conflicts, family of origin challenges, parenting children (esp. with special needs), neurodivergence/ADHD, life transitions or grief and loss. You may be coping with a disability, chronic illness or trauma. I am passionate about collaborating with you to identify your strengths and how you can leverage those in building solutions that are congruent with your values and goals, as well as ways to increase your resilience. If you would like to explore your relationship with substances or how your family system impacts you, I would be honored to support your process.
You may be experiencing stressors related to relational conflicts, family of origin challenges, parenting children (esp. with special needs), neurodivergence/ADHD, life transitions or grief and loss. You may be coping with a disability, chronic illness or trauma. I am passionate about collaborating with you to identify your strengths and how you can leverage those in building solutions that are congruent with your values and goals, as well as ways to increase your resilience. If you would like to explore your relationship with substances or how your family system impacts you, I would be honored to support your process.
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I have a particular interest in helping neurodivergent folks and folks who are working towards or working in the helping professions.
It's important for my clients to feel heard, seen, and understood. I love deep conversations and learning and listening to my clients' experiences. When my clients meet with me, I'm all in - they have my undivided attention and emotional capacity. I enjoy guiding my clients to a place of self-acceptance and a life full of joy and meaning.
I have a particular interest in helping neurodivergent folks and folks who are working towards or working in the helping professions.
It's important for my clients to feel heard, seen, and understood. I love deep conversations and learning and listening to my clients' experiences. When my clients meet with me, I'm all in - they have my undivided attention and emotional capacity. I enjoy guiding my clients to a place of self-acceptance and a life full of joy and meaning.
" I help Autistic, ADHD, and Highly Sensitive (HSP) adults cultivate self-compassion and build a life that actually works with their brains.
I ask the questions that don't often get asked to dig deep and challenge your usual way of thinking. We pay attention to what's happening in your body, not just your mind, and work on cultivating compassion and acceptance for whatever shows up. With couples, I help you work through the tough conversations to finally hear each other, repair, and reconnect.
" I help Autistic, ADHD, and Highly Sensitive (HSP) adults cultivate self-compassion and build a life that actually works with their brains.
I ask the questions that don't often get asked to dig deep and challenge your usual way of thinking. We pay attention to what's happening in your body, not just your mind, and work on cultivating compassion and acceptance for whatever shows up. With couples, I help you work through the tough conversations to finally hear each other, repair, and reconnect.
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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.