Autism Therapists in Montana
I specialize in treating a range of problems: Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, mood disorders, developmental problems, behavioral issues, ADHD, as well as working with families and children with autism.
I specialize in working with children aged 2 and up. I believe that children grow, learn, and express themselves through play and therefore must use that language in a therapeutic setting to be able to heal and rise to the challenges set before them.
I specialize in treating a range of problems: Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, mood disorders, developmental problems, behavioral issues, ADHD, as well as working with families and children with autism.
I specialize in working with children aged 2 and up. I believe that children grow, learn, and express themselves through play and therefore must use that language in a therapeutic setting to be able to heal and rise to the challenges set before them.
I specialize in adult Autism and ADHD evaluations, often for people who have spent years feeling misunderstood or incorrectly diagnosed.
I understand masking and subtle Autism and ADHD presentations, particularly in women and high-achieving adults who compensate. The evaluation is built around a thorough, conversational interview and we explore your experiences in the context of your life. I also offer evaluations for adolescents for autism and ADHD, and I can help with school accomodations.
I specialize in adult Autism and ADHD evaluations, often for people who have spent years feeling misunderstood or incorrectly diagnosed.
I understand masking and subtle Autism and ADHD presentations, particularly in women and high-achieving adults who compensate. The evaluation is built around a thorough, conversational interview and we explore your experiences in the context of your life. I also offer evaluations for adolescents for autism and ADHD, and I can help with school accomodations.
Dr. Ambrin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, CFMHE, TF-CBT
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59105
I offer caring, culturally sensitive trauma therapy and assessments for Autism, ADHD, learning, and emotional concerns.
Healing begins with understanding yourself. Therapy with me is not about labels, but about discovering who you are, how you relate to others, and what helps you grow. With 20+ years of experience in therapy and assessment, I work with children, teens, and adults to overcome trauma, stress, and life’s challenges. My goal is to provide clarity, direction, and practical tools so you can move forward with hope and strength.
I offer caring, culturally sensitive trauma therapy and assessments for Autism, ADHD, learning, and emotional concerns.
Healing begins with understanding yourself. Therapy with me is not about labels, but about discovering who you are, how you relate to others, and what helps you grow. With 20+ years of experience in therapy and assessment, I work with children, teens, and adults to overcome trauma, stress, and life’s challenges. My goal is to provide clarity, direction, and practical tools so you can move forward with hope and strength.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families navigating complex emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. My clinical experience includes supporting youth with trauma histories, mood and anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental differences, and high-risk behaviors such as emotional dysregulation, aggression, school refusal, and suicidal ideation. I have worked extensively with teens and families requiring higher levels of care and understand the intensity, urgency, and coordination often needed when symptoms impact family stability. I also place a strong emphasis on family systems and caregiver support.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families navigating complex emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. My clinical experience includes supporting youth with trauma histories, mood and anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental differences, and high-risk behaviors such as emotional dysregulation, aggression, school refusal, and suicidal ideation. I have worked extensively with teens and families requiring higher levels of care and understand the intensity, urgency, and coordination often needed when symptoms impact family stability. I also place a strong emphasis on family systems and caregiver support.
I provide expert guidance on the best options nationally for Complex Presentations (nothing else has worked), Autism Spectrum Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, Learning differences (Remediation and Specialty School Placement) PTSD& C-PTSD, Addictive Behavior such as with substances, Digital Media, Gambling, Gaming & Pornography Dependence, and OCD.
If you are a parent with a struggling young adult or adolescent and nothing has worked so far, I can help. I am an educational consultant, therapeutic placement specialist, Clinical Case Manager, and Parent Coach. Offering personalized clinical coaching and consulting beyond the typical care continuum, I am available for long-term, or urgent situations for my families. I can help you develop a comprehensive home treatment plan that integrates all of the professionals in your life into a care team, or provide expert residential therapeutic placement recommendations, summer programs, and gap year options, anywhere in the country.
I provide expert guidance on the best options nationally for Complex Presentations (nothing else has worked), Autism Spectrum Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, Learning differences (Remediation and Specialty School Placement) PTSD& C-PTSD, Addictive Behavior such as with substances, Digital Media, Gambling, Gaming & Pornography Dependence, and OCD.
If you are a parent with a struggling young adult or adolescent and nothing has worked so far, I can help. I am an educational consultant, therapeutic placement specialist, Clinical Case Manager, and Parent Coach. Offering personalized clinical coaching and consulting beyond the typical care continuum, I am available for long-term, or urgent situations for my families. I can help you develop a comprehensive home treatment plan that integrates all of the professionals in your life into a care team, or provide expert residential therapeutic placement recommendations, summer programs, and gap year options, anywhere in the country.
My lived experienced as a late-diagnosed Autistic and ADHD woman allows me to understand and compassionately support late-diagnosed autistic individuals as they come to understand and embrace who they are.
I am currently taking clients as of April- Hello and welcome! I’m Elizabeth, a licensed therapist based in Missoula, Montana, offering telehealth services to people across the state. Even though it can feel isolating at times, we’re rarely alone in our struggles. Stress, trauma, and old wounds can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and those around us. I believe that our unique values, beliefs, and cultivated sense of purpose are the roots to reconnect us to who we are and how we wish to experience life. Taking time to invest in ourselves through introspection is a radical act in the world we live in.
My lived experienced as a late-diagnosed Autistic and ADHD woman allows me to understand and compassionately support late-diagnosed autistic individuals as they come to understand and embrace who they are.
I am currently taking clients as of April- Hello and welcome! I’m Elizabeth, a licensed therapist based in Missoula, Montana, offering telehealth services to people across the state. Even though it can feel isolating at times, we’re rarely alone in our struggles. Stress, trauma, and old wounds can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and those around us. I believe that our unique values, beliefs, and cultivated sense of purpose are the roots to reconnect us to who we are and how we wish to experience life. Taking time to invest in ourselves through introspection is a radical act in the world we live in.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with specializations in human growth and development, developmental disabilities, autism, psychometrics, and education.
Welcome to the beginning of your healing journey! I want to work with people who are ready to make meaningful change in their lives. Sometimes creating change is challenging, and we can all use some extra support, encouragement, guidance, feedback, and a caring nonjudgmental person to guide us through life’s ups and downs. I know that making choices while under stress can be very difficult, and I will work with you to help you get unstuck, problem solve effectively, and feel more confident in the choices you make. Please call or email me today to begin your transformation into a healthier, happier you!
I am a Clinical Psychologist with specializations in human growth and development, developmental disabilities, autism, psychometrics, and education.
Welcome to the beginning of your healing journey! I want to work with people who are ready to make meaningful change in their lives. Sometimes creating change is challenging, and we can all use some extra support, encouragement, guidance, feedback, and a caring nonjudgmental person to guide us through life’s ups and downs. I know that making choices while under stress can be very difficult, and I will work with you to help you get unstuck, problem solve effectively, and feel more confident in the choices you make. Please call or email me today to begin your transformation into a healthier, happier you!
These evaluations can help diagnosis things such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, executive functioning delays, or learning differences.
Blueprint offers neuropsychological assessments, as well as more specialized evaluations to assess things such as possible autism or giftedness. Our evaluations can also be used to help apply for formal accommodations in college and standardized testing such as the MCAT or LSATs (an evaluation does not guarantee accommodations).
These evaluations can help diagnosis things such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, executive functioning delays, or learning differences.
Blueprint offers neuropsychological assessments, as well as more specialized evaluations to assess things such as possible autism or giftedness. Our evaluations can also be used to help apply for formal accommodations in college and standardized testing such as the MCAT or LSATs (an evaluation does not guarantee accommodations).
For ages 8+ I provide full ADHD and Autism evaluations.
Looking for a therapist can feel scary, but with the right relationship, therapy can open the doorway to a calmer, more confident, and stable life. I offer a warm, supportive space where we can explore the challenges you’re facing. Together we untangle thoughts and emotions while building practical skills along the way.
My approach is guided by compassion, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), helping you understand the different parts of yourself and move toward greater clarity and balance.
I work with female and LGBTQ+ teens and adults who are struggling with emotions, relationship challenges, and trauma.
For ages 8+ I provide full ADHD and Autism evaluations.
Looking for a therapist can feel scary, but with the right relationship, therapy can open the doorway to a calmer, more confident, and stable life. I offer a warm, supportive space where we can explore the challenges you’re facing. Together we untangle thoughts and emotions while building practical skills along the way.
My approach is guided by compassion, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), helping you understand the different parts of yourself and move toward greater clarity and balance.
I work with female and LGBTQ+ teens and adults who are struggling with emotions, relationship challenges, and trauma.
I work best with autistic and neurodivergent adults who are insightful, capable, and tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns.
I specialize in therapy for autistic and neurodivergent adults, including high-masking autism and AuDHD. My approach is insight-oriented, collaborative, and focused on practical change. Together, we work to understand patterns, improve emotional regulation and communication, reduce overwhelm, and create sustainable ways of moving through life.
I work best with autistic and neurodivergent adults who are insightful, capable, and tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns.
I specialize in therapy for autistic and neurodivergent adults, including high-masking autism and AuDHD. My approach is insight-oriented, collaborative, and focused on practical change. Together, we work to understand patterns, improve emotional regulation and communication, reduce overwhelm, and create sustainable ways of moving through life.
Ashley Crtalic
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CRC
Billings, MT 59101
Waitlist for new clients
My focus areas: Couples / late diagnosed neurodivergence / parenting autism / postpartum.
I've worked as a counselor for 10+ years and served on the board of directors for the MT chapter of Postpartum Support International. I've taught at the graduate and undergrad level in human services and have received specialized training in perinatal mental health. I’ve also spent years researching and studying autism and other neurodivergence.
My focus areas: Couples / late diagnosed neurodivergence / parenting autism / postpartum.
I've worked as a counselor for 10+ years and served on the board of directors for the MT chapter of Postpartum Support International. I've taught at the graduate and undergrad level in human services and have received specialized training in perinatal mental health. I’ve also spent years researching and studying autism and other neurodivergence.
I work with a diverse range of individuals, including those experiencing anxiety, depression, and those who are neurodivergent or autistic.
Hi, I’m a licensed therapist in Washington, Montana, and Florida, and I truly believe caring for your mental health is one of the most important steps toward a steady, fulfilling life. Reaching out isn’t easy, so I’m really glad you’re here. I focus on supporting adults who are looking to expand their ways of coping and understand themselves better. My style is warm, curious, and collaborative—I use proven approaches while also trusting intuition to help you build skills and reconnect with your strengths. You can expect empathy, compassion, and a space where you can show up as your full self.
I work with a diverse range of individuals, including those experiencing anxiety, depression, and those who are neurodivergent or autistic.
Hi, I’m a licensed therapist in Washington, Montana, and Florida, and I truly believe caring for your mental health is one of the most important steps toward a steady, fulfilling life. Reaching out isn’t easy, so I’m really glad you’re here. I focus on supporting adults who are looking to expand their ways of coping and understand themselves better. My style is warm, curious, and collaborative—I use proven approaches while also trusting intuition to help you build skills and reconnect with your strengths. You can expect empathy, compassion, and a space where you can show up as your full self.
I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, autism, difficulty with emotion regulation, and life transitions.
I offer a warm, collaborative, and practical approach to therapy focused on improving emotional regulation, insight, and real-life coping skills. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, along with client-centered approaches tailored to each person.
I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, autism, difficulty with emotion regulation, and life transitions.
I offer a warm, collaborative, and practical approach to therapy focused on improving emotional regulation, insight, and real-life coping skills. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, along with client-centered approaches tailored to each person.
I focus on supporting people with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism.
Hi, I’m a licensed therapist in Washington, Montana, and Florida, and I truly believe caring for your mental health is one of the most important steps toward a steady, fulfilling life. Reaching out isn’t easy, so I’m really glad you’re here. I focus on supporting adults who are looking to expand their ways of coping and understand themselves better. My style is warm, curious, and collaborative—I use proven approaches while also trusting intuition to help you build skills and reconnect with your strengths. You can expect empathy, compassion, and a space where you can show up as your full self.
I focus on supporting people with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism.
Hi, I’m a licensed therapist in Washington, Montana, and Florida, and I truly believe caring for your mental health is one of the most important steps toward a steady, fulfilling life. Reaching out isn’t easy, so I’m really glad you’re here. I focus on supporting adults who are looking to expand their ways of coping and understand themselves better. My style is warm, curious, and collaborative—I use proven approaches while also trusting intuition to help you build skills and reconnect with your strengths. You can expect empathy, compassion, and a space where you can show up as your full self.
I provide behavioral support to children with behavioral disorders, while incorporating positive intervention strategies to increase positive behaviors in all environments. I work collaboratively with team members to ensure success. Parent support and training is necessary and an important factor to ensure positive change.
I provide behavioral support to children with behavioral disorders, while incorporating positive intervention strategies to increase positive behaviors in all environments. I work collaboratively with team members to ensure success. Parent support and training is necessary and an important factor to ensure positive change.
Many autistic and ADHD adults have insight into themselves but still feel overwhelmed by patterns that don’t seem to change.
This is focused therapy of 3 hours with an experienced and neurodivergent psychologist. Many adults book this while on a therapy waitlist because they want structured support now. Others come after an evaluation but feel unsure how to use the results. Some want focused clarification alongside therapy they are already in. Self-diagnosed adults welcome!
Many autistic and ADHD adults have insight into themselves but still feel overwhelmed by patterns that don’t seem to change.
This is focused therapy of 3 hours with an experienced and neurodivergent psychologist. Many adults book this while on a therapy waitlist because they want structured support now. Others come after an evaluation but feel unsure how to use the results. Some want focused clarification alongside therapy they are already in. Self-diagnosed adults welcome!
As Fireweed grows and spreads vibrantly in the years following a forest fire, we too can renourish our soil, strengthen our substrate, and bloom amongst community. I support individuals and couples who are curious to understand, repair, connect, and live in greater alignment with their values and vision. Together, we can remember and help you access your enduring strengths and create new opportunities for a nourishing life.
As Fireweed grows and spreads vibrantly in the years following a forest fire, we too can renourish our soil, strengthen our substrate, and bloom amongst community. I support individuals and couples who are curious to understand, repair, connect, and live in greater alignment with their values and vision. Together, we can remember and help you access your enduring strengths and create new opportunities for a nourishing life.
My specialty is helping adults on the Autism spectrum and Trauma.
I feel being on the Autism spectrum myself allows me to join-in with my clients at a very deep genuine level, where one is seen and heard very clearly. When we are working together, you have an opportunity to understand and love yourself unconditionally, as well as build confidence. So, let’s find your super power(s) and nurture it!
My specialty is helping adults on the Autism spectrum and Trauma.
I feel being on the Autism spectrum myself allows me to join-in with my clients at a very deep genuine level, where one is seen and heard very clearly. When we are working together, you have an opportunity to understand and love yourself unconditionally, as well as build confidence. So, let’s find your super power(s) and nurture it!
I serve adults who wonder (or know) if they are on the Autism Spectrum ( ASD), including those who have been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome.
I can provide a Clinical Assessment, provide treatment such as skills building and problem solving, information on how neurotypicals think and how to interact with them, and help you to be your best self. I specialize in ASD and ADHD. And I am the proud parent and spouse of persons "on the Spectrum." People with ASD do wonderful things in our world!
I serve adults who wonder (or know) if they are on the Autism Spectrum ( ASD), including those who have been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome.
I can provide a Clinical Assessment, provide treatment such as skills building and problem solving, information on how neurotypicals think and how to interact with them, and help you to be your best self. I specialize in ASD and ADHD. And I am the proud parent and spouse of persons "on the Spectrum." People with ASD do wonderful things in our world!
I provide therapy for children, teens, and adults, especially those who are neurodivergent, highly sensitive, anxious, or navigating life transitions and stress.
Parenting can feel overwhelming when your child is struggling; big emotions, shutdowns, anxiety, behavior changes, school stress, or social challenges. If you’re here, you’re probably trying your best to understand your child and help them feel better. You don’t have to do that alone!
I provide therapy for children, teens, and adults, especially those who are neurodivergent, highly sensitive, anxious, or navigating life transitions and stress.
Parenting can feel overwhelming when your child is struggling; big emotions, shutdowns, anxiety, behavior changes, school stress, or social challenges. If you’re here, you’re probably trying your best to understand your child and help them feel better. You don’t have to do that alone!
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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.