Autism Therapists in Westbrook, ME
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.
My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience. I practice from a trauma-informed lens and encourage empowerment in every stage of the therapeutic process. I recognize that many individuals carry the impact of their past, and I work gently and intentionally to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and in control of your healing. I offer traditional talk therapy and integrate Creative Arts Therapies into my practice.
My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience. I practice from a trauma-informed lens and encourage empowerment in every stage of the therapeutic process. I recognize that many individuals carry the impact of their past, and I work gently and intentionally to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and in control of your healing. I offer traditional talk therapy and integrate Creative Arts Therapies into my practice.
Everyone possesses an innate capacity for creativity—a powerful resource that can support healing, self-discovery, and resilience throughout life's varied challenges.
Erin Little is a trained expressive arts therapist who integrates visual art, dance and movement, music (both listening and creating), drama, and traditional talk therapy to create a safe, supportive space for people of all ages. Through a client-centered and collaborative approach, Erin helps clients explore their experiences, process emotions, and discover new pathways toward healing and growth.
Everyone possesses an innate capacity for creativity—a powerful resource that can support healing, self-discovery, and resilience throughout life's varied challenges.
Erin Little is a trained expressive arts therapist who integrates visual art, dance and movement, music (both listening and creating), drama, and traditional talk therapy to create a safe, supportive space for people of all ages. Through a client-centered and collaborative approach, Erin helps clients explore their experiences, process emotions, and discover new pathways toward healing and growth.
Richard specializes in a person-centered approach that focuses on building on existing strengths to help clients solve problems in the moment. They utilize cognitive behavioral models with a focus on empathy and care to help individuals plan for future success, empowering them to make lasting change and find meaning.
Richard specializes in a person-centered approach that focuses on building on existing strengths to help clients solve problems in the moment. They utilize cognitive behavioral models with a focus on empathy and care to help individuals plan for future success, empowering them to make lasting change and find meaning.
I also have a strong interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and offer substance use evaluations.
I am licensed in both Massachusetts and Maine and am a Certified Autism Specialist. My work focuses on helping clients identify meaningful areas for growth, strengthen relationships, and improve overall well-being in a way that feels sustainable and authentic.
I also have a strong interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and offer substance use evaluations.
I am licensed in both Massachusetts and Maine and am a Certified Autism Specialist. My work focuses on helping clients identify meaningful areas for growth, strengthen relationships, and improve overall well-being in a way that feels sustainable and authentic.
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.
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.
Having difficulty with relationships, getting through difficult times or struggling to get through your day to day anxieties? I am here to help. Hi, my name is Lori and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I, too, have had my journey of ups and downs with the help of professionals along the way. Sometimes we may just need a place to be heard. Or a caring and understanding person to confide in to work out your troubles. My approach is eclectic, direct, caring and provides a safe and open space for you to open up and process what's on your mind.
Having difficulty with relationships, getting through difficult times or struggling to get through your day to day anxieties? I am here to help. Hi, my name is Lori and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I, too, have had my journey of ups and downs with the help of professionals along the way. Sometimes we may just need a place to be heard. Or a caring and understanding person to confide in to work out your troubles. My approach is eclectic, direct, caring and provides a safe and open space for you to open up and process what's on your mind.
As humans, we are designed to seek safe and secure connections, which includes unwavering acceptance and support, particularly in the face of adversity. Unfortunately, some people in childhood through adulthood do not receive nurturance which would enable them to gain healthy self-concept. This lack of support can contribute to maladaptive coping strategies including issues with substances, relationships, and career. I aim to provide a safe haven and secure base for individuals and couples to address these issues, receive support, and gain holistic balance.
I am passionate about serving LGBTQ+, particularly bisexual, clients.
As humans, we are designed to seek safe and secure connections, which includes unwavering acceptance and support, particularly in the face of adversity. Unfortunately, some people in childhood through adulthood do not receive nurturance which would enable them to gain healthy self-concept. This lack of support can contribute to maladaptive coping strategies including issues with substances, relationships, and career. I aim to provide a safe haven and secure base for individuals and couples to address these issues, receive support, and gain holistic balance.
I am passionate about serving LGBTQ+, particularly bisexual, clients.
I work with people who have trouble with relationships, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, rage fits, addiction/alcohol, have gone through trauma, racing thoughts and/or grew up in unhealthy homes. People who at times wish they could escape life and need support to remember how to smile, or sometimes learn how to smile (for real) for the first time. If someone uses legal and/or illegal substances and wants to quit or not, I support your decision. If you want to ease your anxiety, anger, trauma and/or sadness and want to feel happy, I believe you deserve that! :)
I work with people who have trouble with relationships, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, rage fits, addiction/alcohol, have gone through trauma, racing thoughts and/or grew up in unhealthy homes. People who at times wish they could escape life and need support to remember how to smile, or sometimes learn how to smile (for real) for the first time. If someone uses legal and/or illegal substances and wants to quit or not, I support your decision. If you want to ease your anxiety, anger, trauma and/or sadness and want to feel happy, I believe you deserve that! :)
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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.
Did you receive a late diagnosis of Autism or ADHD?
At The Bell Practice, we have the primary mission of providing research-backed and interventions for clients looking to make lasting change. The Bell Practice offers Therapy, Parent Coaching, and Assessments. We'll start with free 15 minute consultation to understand your goals are for treatment, and provide guidance on next steps.
Did you receive a late diagnosis of Autism or ADHD?
At The Bell Practice, we have the primary mission of providing research-backed and interventions for clients looking to make lasting change. The Bell Practice offers Therapy, Parent Coaching, and Assessments. We'll start with free 15 minute consultation to understand your goals are for treatment, and provide guidance on next steps.
How do our values impact our actions? How do our intersecting identities impact our lives? How do we create mindful attention to our whole experiences, even those that are painful? What are our nervous systems telling us? I am interested in exploring difficult questions with you and helping you examine and find acceptance in the story you tell yourself about your life. I see us as a pair of archaeologists on a dig: examining artifacts and exploring their significance.
How do our values impact our actions? How do our intersecting identities impact our lives? How do we create mindful attention to our whole experiences, even those that are painful? What are our nervous systems telling us? I am interested in exploring difficult questions with you and helping you examine and find acceptance in the story you tell yourself about your life. I see us as a pair of archaeologists on a dig: examining artifacts and exploring their significance.
Many of my clients have been diagnosed with PTSD, CPTSD, Depression, Anxiety, behavioral challenges and neurodiversity: ADHD, ASD, AuDHD.
My therapeutic style is grounded in trauma-informed care, (my Masters included a certificate in Trauma Practice) embodiment, mindfulness, attachment theory, and a strengths-based perspective informed by neuroscience and current research.
Spiritually: my teachers have been Buddhist/spiritual, I attend a Christian church, & am Jewish on my father’s side.
Many of my clients have been diagnosed with PTSD, CPTSD, Depression, Anxiety, behavioral challenges and neurodiversity: ADHD, ASD, AuDHD.
My therapeutic style is grounded in trauma-informed care, (my Masters included a certificate in Trauma Practice) embodiment, mindfulness, attachment theory, and a strengths-based perspective informed by neuroscience and current research.
Spiritually: my teachers have been Buddhist/spiritual, I attend a Christian church, & am Jewish on my father’s side.
I help neurodivergent adults feel more confident, grounded, and capable.
I offer counseling, coaching, and assessments (for adults only). We'll explore what you do well and what energizes you, with the goal of including more of that in your life. You'll get practical tools to get things done, feel more confident, and connect with people in ways that feel right. Because progress comes from working with your brain, not against it.
I help neurodivergent adults feel more confident, grounded, and capable.
I offer counseling, coaching, and assessments (for adults only). We'll explore what you do well and what energizes you, with the goal of including more of that in your life. You'll get practical tools to get things done, feel more confident, and connect with people in ways that feel right. Because progress comes from working with your brain, not against it.
Life’s ups and downs can make it difficult to live the way we truly want. Together, we can explore your values and what matters most to you, helping you gain insight and take meaningful steps toward your goals. I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel comfortable and understood. My approach is both compassionate and direct, designed to help you build confidence, deepen self-understanding, and achieve success in the ways that are most important to you.
Life’s ups and downs can make it difficult to live the way we truly want. Together, we can explore your values and what matters most to you, helping you gain insight and take meaningful steps toward your goals. I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel comfortable and understood. My approach is both compassionate and direct, designed to help you build confidence, deepen self-understanding, and achieve success in the ways that are most important to you.
I provide autism evaluations for toddlers, children, teens, and adults, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and meaningful next steps.
While autism is the primary focus, I also specialize in careful differentiation, including distinguishing autism from or identifying co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and other mental health concerns. This is especially important when presentations are complex, subtle, or have been previously misunderstood.
I provide autism evaluations for toddlers, children, teens, and adults, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and meaningful next steps.
While autism is the primary focus, I also specialize in careful differentiation, including distinguishing autism from or identifying co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and other mental health concerns. This is especially important when presentations are complex, subtle, or have been previously misunderstood.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent parents of neurodivergent kids — whether you've been formally diagnosed or are just starting to sense that something feels off, in yourself or in your child (or both!)
I have expertise in ADHD, autism, anxiety, and the parenting stress that comes with raising a child whose brain works differently than the world expects.
I hold an MSW from Boston College a PhD from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, where my doctoral research focused on mindfulness, emotion regulation, and parenting stress. I now focus my practice on helping parents identify and clear the emotional programming that keeps them stuck in unhelpful, ineffective parenting patterns.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent parents of neurodivergent kids — whether you've been formally diagnosed or are just starting to sense that something feels off, in yourself or in your child (or both!)
I have expertise in ADHD, autism, anxiety, and the parenting stress that comes with raising a child whose brain works differently than the world expects.
I hold an MSW from Boston College a PhD from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, where my doctoral research focused on mindfulness, emotion regulation, and parenting stress. I now focus my practice on helping parents identify and clear the emotional programming that keeps them stuck in unhelpful, ineffective parenting patterns.
" I help Autistic, ADHD, and Highly Sensitive (HSP) adults cultivate self-compassion and build a life that works with their brains, not against it.
I ask the questions that don't often get asked that help you slow down and challenge the way you think. We pay attention to what's happening in your body, not just your head, 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 and repair.
" I help Autistic, ADHD, and Highly Sensitive (HSP) adults cultivate self-compassion and build a life that works with their brains, not against it.
I ask the questions that don't often get asked that help you slow down and challenge the way you think. We pay attention to what's happening in your body, not just your head, 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 and repair.
I have significant experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD and autism.
I offer high flexibility in scheduling in an effort to provide treatment options that work for busy people including evening and weekends. I keep my practice small so that I can accommodate my clients as much as possible.
I have significant experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD and autism.
I offer high flexibility in scheduling in an effort to provide treatment options that work for busy people including evening and weekends. I keep my practice small so that I can accommodate my clients as much as possible.
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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.