Autism Therapists in Nevada
The clients Heather works with are often adults or children navigating life with neurodivergence, autism, addiction, or trauma.
Autism, neurodivergence, trauma, and addiction can create real barriers in daily life, especially in systems not designed to accommodate different ways of thinking, processing, or coping. Without the right support, clients may feel stuck, misunderstood, or trapped in cycles that don’t reflect their strengths or needs.
The clients Heather works with are often adults or children navigating life with neurodivergence, autism, addiction, or trauma.
Autism, neurodivergence, trauma, and addiction can create real barriers in daily life, especially in systems not designed to accommodate different ways of thinking, processing, or coping. Without the right support, clients may feel stuck, misunderstood, or trapped in cycles that don’t reflect their strengths or needs.
Or perhaps you're a woman who recently discovered that ADHD and/or autism explains experiences you've carried your entire life.
I work with ADHD, Autistic, and AuDHD tweens, teens, young adults, and late-diagnosed women and men. Many are highly sensitive, creative, or connected to pagan, Wiccan, witchcraft, earth-centered, and other spiritual paths. Together, we create space for your mind, identity, and beliefs to be understood, honored, and nurtured.
Or perhaps you're a woman who recently discovered that ADHD and/or autism explains experiences you've carried your entire life.
I work with ADHD, Autistic, and AuDHD tweens, teens, young adults, and late-diagnosed women and men. Many are highly sensitive, creative, or connected to pagan, Wiccan, witchcraft, earth-centered, and other spiritual paths. Together, we create space for your mind, identity, and beliefs to be understood, honored, and nurtured.
Hi, I’m Parker, a queer and transgender Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes in working with ADHD, autism, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ clients.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. I tailor my approach to each person, recognizing that everyone’s needs and experiences are different. Whether you’re new to therapy, have felt misunderstood by past therapists, or have been told you’re “too self-aware for therapy,” I’ll meet you where you are and work in a way that fits you.
Hi, I’m Parker, a queer and transgender Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes in working with ADHD, autism, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ clients.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. I tailor my approach to each person, recognizing that everyone’s needs and experiences are different. Whether you’re new to therapy, have felt misunderstood by past therapists, or have been told you’re “too self-aware for therapy,” I’ll meet you where you are and work in a way that fits you.
This includes neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ clients, and adults navigating the impact of a sexual offense history.
Many people come to therapy after spending years trying to make sense of experiences that continue to affect their lives. Something may feel off, even if you can’t fully explain why. You may find yourself carrying shame, self-doubt, or patterns that no longer serve you, while struggling to understand where they came from. I work with people from many different backgrounds, including those attending therapy by choice and those who are required to be there. My goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and create a life worth living.
This includes neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ clients, and adults navigating the impact of a sexual offense history.
Many people come to therapy after spending years trying to make sense of experiences that continue to affect their lives. Something may feel off, even if you can’t fully explain why. You may find yourself carrying shame, self-doubt, or patterns that no longer serve you, while struggling to understand where they came from. I work with people from many different backgrounds, including those attending therapy by choice and those who are required to be there. My goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and create a life worth living.
My experience includes Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, life changes, parenting, relationships, and more.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore, heal, and grow. I enjoy working with individuals and families across all ages, collaborating to identify and reach meaningful goals. If goals aren’t clear at the start, we can uncover them together by exploring family systems, attachment patterns, and past coping strategies. I strive to make therapy a space where any topic is welcome, and where you feel empowered to move toward greater understanding, resilience, and thriving.
My experience includes Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, life changes, parenting, relationships, and more.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore, heal, and grow. I enjoy working with individuals and families across all ages, collaborating to identify and reach meaningful goals. If goals aren’t clear at the start, we can uncover them together by exploring family systems, attachment patterns, and past coping strategies. I strive to make therapy a space where any topic is welcome, and where you feel empowered to move toward greater understanding, resilience, and thriving.
I have several years of experience within the Autism community and I may be a good fit for those on the spectrum, or their family members.
Waitlist for in-person. I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals in a personable and positive environment. I will be here to guide you through learning how to set and maintain boundaries within your relationships and create the ability to advocate for yourself. My approach to treatment is client-led, and I will encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and build the abilities needed to manage your symptoms.
I have several years of experience within the Autism community and I may be a good fit for those on the spectrum, or their family members.
Waitlist for in-person. I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals in a personable and positive environment. I will be here to guide you through learning how to set and maintain boundaries within your relationships and create the ability to advocate for yourself. My approach to treatment is client-led, and I will encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and build the abilities needed to manage your symptoms.
I adhere to an integrative approach that uses a foundation of Acceptance Commitment
Therapy (ACT). I believe that every individual benefits from therapy uniquely tailored to
them and never view treatment as "one size fits all." Therapy is a collaborative
experience that is built upon trust and respect. As a result, I always discuss treatment
goals with clients to determine the best way to assist them. Typically, I aim to
help clients gain a greater awareness of their thoughts and emotions to change how
they interact with both. Individuals working with me will likely practice mindfulness
and explore their personal values.
I adhere to an integrative approach that uses a foundation of Acceptance Commitment
Therapy (ACT). I believe that every individual benefits from therapy uniquely tailored to
them and never view treatment as "one size fits all." Therapy is a collaborative
experience that is built upon trust and respect. As a result, I always discuss treatment
goals with clients to determine the best way to assist them. Typically, I aim to
help clients gain a greater awareness of their thoughts and emotions to change how
they interact with both. Individuals working with me will likely practice mindfulness
and explore their personal values.
Are you overwhelmed trying to find the right approach for supporting your child’s mental health? With social media, family, other parents, and professionals all giving various ideas, it’s impossible to know what's best. It’s even harder to make decisions when our kids are struggling with their mental health, especially if we are, too. I'm here to help you decide. I provide individual therapy for children, teens, and parents, and also offer couple and family sessions to help navigate conflicts and improve family functioning.
Are you overwhelmed trying to find the right approach for supporting your child’s mental health? With social media, family, other parents, and professionals all giving various ideas, it’s impossible to know what's best. It’s even harder to make decisions when our kids are struggling with their mental health, especially if we are, too. I'm here to help you decide. I provide individual therapy for children, teens, and parents, and also offer couple and family sessions to help navigate conflicts and improve family functioning.
MBKnowles Behavior & Mental Health Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LMHC, CPC, LCMHC
Henderson, NV 89074
I have had extensive experience with multiple populations including people with special needs (i.e. Autism, ADHD ect..).
I offer behavior therapy, parent training, family counseling, substance abuse counseling, Psychotherapy, or individual therapy.
I have had extensive experience with multiple populations including people with special needs (i.e. Autism, ADHD ect..).
I offer behavior therapy, parent training, family counseling, substance abuse counseling, Psychotherapy, or individual therapy.
Art Therapy Studio of Reno is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health services. Paulette Gill MA, ATR-BC, a qualified art therapist, works with individuals, couples, and families, anyone that needs help building trusting relationships and coping with life’s challenges. Art therapists are credentialed mental health professionals. They are trained in a broad range of psychological theory
Art Therapy Studio of Reno is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health services. Paulette Gill MA, ATR-BC, a qualified art therapist, works with individuals, couples, and families, anyone that needs help building trusting relationships and coping with life’s challenges. Art therapists are credentialed mental health professionals. They are trained in a broad range of psychological theory
Therapy is an interactive partnership. I am the catalyst for the change that my client has locked inside of their capable mind. My ideal client is anyone who seeks to grow stronger and more confident to face their challenges with me acting as their advocate and watchful guide.
An ideal client understands that the purpose of therapy is to empower them to grow past the need for therapy to address their 'presenting problem' - Funny isn't it? If I do my job well, I render myself obsolete.
To learn what I am like to work with, please check out my Instagram feed, see username christopherselcer.
Therapy is an interactive partnership. I am the catalyst for the change that my client has locked inside of their capable mind. My ideal client is anyone who seeks to grow stronger and more confident to face their challenges with me acting as their advocate and watchful guide.
An ideal client understands that the purpose of therapy is to empower them to grow past the need for therapy to address their 'presenting problem' - Funny isn't it? If I do my job well, I render myself obsolete.
To learn what I am like to work with, please check out my Instagram feed, see username christopherselcer.
I also specialize in working with families with Autism.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I understand that family struggles can be complex and challenging to overcome. My goal is to make sure each member of the family feels loved and valued.
I also specialize in working with families with Autism.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I understand that family struggles can be complex and challenging to overcome. My goal is to make sure each member of the family feels loved and valued.
Many are neurodivergent (ADHD/ Autism) or navigating the daily complexities of Bipolar and PTSD.
As a PsyD, I offer a high-level, neuro-affirming approach to therapy. I specialize in helping those with ADHD, Autism,Bipolar, PTSD and High Stress, move from chronic stress to regulation. My practice bridges the gap between clinical neuroscience and actionable daily strategies, ensuring you aren't just understood, but equipped with a clear path forward.
Many are neurodivergent (ADHD/ Autism) or navigating the daily complexities of Bipolar and PTSD.
As a PsyD, I offer a high-level, neuro-affirming approach to therapy. I specialize in helping those with ADHD, Autism,Bipolar, PTSD and High Stress, move from chronic stress to regulation. My practice bridges the gap between clinical neuroscience and actionable daily strategies, ensuring you aren't just understood, but equipped with a clear path forward.
Behavior Essentials provides parents the support they need in some of their most challenging times. As Certified Behavior Analyst, we provide parents strategies to manage behavior in a functional, systematic way. Private home or video consultations identify the purpose of challenging behavior, an individualized plan is created, resulting in parents becoming equipped with essential tools for meaningful change. This will allow parents to foster the behavior they would like to see from their children. We can work outside of traditional 9-5 hours & pride ourselves in involving multiple caregivers and assisting with coparenting.
Behavior Essentials provides parents the support they need in some of their most challenging times. As Certified Behavior Analyst, we provide parents strategies to manage behavior in a functional, systematic way. Private home or video consultations identify the purpose of challenging behavior, an individualized plan is created, resulting in parents becoming equipped with essential tools for meaningful change. This will allow parents to foster the behavior they would like to see from their children. We can work outside of traditional 9-5 hours & pride ourselves in involving multiple caregivers and assisting with coparenting.
We are committed to embodying and representing a standard of excellence in service. Our goal is for every child, adolescent, adult and family to leave better than they came with tangible skills to apply in their lives forever. We are an organization dedicated to the growth and empowerment of those dealing with behavioral and mental health issues. Through counseling and teaching therapeutic techniques to cope with stress, we support individuals and families in reaching and sustaining healthy living habits. Through skills taught, our highly experienced and educated team.
We are committed to embodying and representing a standard of excellence in service. Our goal is for every child, adolescent, adult and family to leave better than they came with tangible skills to apply in their lives forever. We are an organization dedicated to the growth and empowerment of those dealing with behavioral and mental health issues. Through counseling and teaching therapeutic techniques to cope with stress, we support individuals and families in reaching and sustaining healthy living habits. Through skills taught, our highly experienced and educated team.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally disconnected, weighed down by trauma, or struggling to find joy in their lives. Whether you’re navigating past wounds, seeking new ways to manage anxiety, or seeking personal growth, I am here to support you in moving through emotional roadblocks with safety, humor, and a sense of empowerment. Together, we will use evidenced-based techniques and strategies that help you regain clarity, resilience, and confidence in your own healing journey.
Healing is not just about overcoming the past—it’s about reclaiming your present and stepping into your fullest self.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally disconnected, weighed down by trauma, or struggling to find joy in their lives. Whether you’re navigating past wounds, seeking new ways to manage anxiety, or seeking personal growth, I am here to support you in moving through emotional roadblocks with safety, humor, and a sense of empowerment. Together, we will use evidenced-based techniques and strategies that help you regain clarity, resilience, and confidence in your own healing journey.
Healing is not just about overcoming the past—it’s about reclaiming your present and stepping into your fullest self.
I often work with autistic folks, ADHDers, AuDHDers, 2SLGBTQ+ folks, trans & gender expansive folks, and those looking to integrate their intersectional identities within the context of their environment.
Our stories, our experiences, our environments, and the systems we live in all matter. I honor the inherent wholeness of everyone I work with. I hold continuous curiosity and unconditional positive regard with the belief that the client is the expert of their experience. Through the cultivation of a safe enough container, I encourage my clients to show up as their whole, authentic self as I show up as my whole, authentic self.
I often work with autistic folks, ADHDers, AuDHDers, 2SLGBTQ+ folks, trans & gender expansive folks, and those looking to integrate their intersectional identities within the context of their environment.
Our stories, our experiences, our environments, and the systems we live in all matter. I honor the inherent wholeness of everyone I work with. I hold continuous curiosity and unconditional positive regard with the belief that the client is the expert of their experience. Through the cultivation of a safe enough container, I encourage my clients to show up as their whole, authentic self as I show up as my whole, authentic self.
Or perhaps you already suspect what’s going on—like overlooked ADHD or Autism—and simply need official confirmation or a formal diagnosis to access accommodations for school, work, or exams.
As a licensed psychologist in Las Vegas, I specialize exclusively in adult psychological assessments. My practice is dedicated to helping adults navigate complex diagnostic questions surrounding Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and other disorders.
Or perhaps you already suspect what’s going on—like overlooked ADHD or Autism—and simply need official confirmation or a formal diagnosis to access accommodations for school, work, or exams.
As a licensed psychologist in Las Vegas, I specialize exclusively in adult psychological assessments. My practice is dedicated to helping adults navigate complex diagnostic questions surrounding Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and other disorders.
I work with a variety of conditions including complex trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Life is difficult enough to manage without the added confusion of complex emotions. I work with clients to create long term emotional regulation. When our life circumstances and responses do not match how we feel, it can be confusing and lonely.
I work with a variety of conditions including complex trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Life is difficult enough to manage without the added confusion of complex emotions. I work with clients to create long term emotional regulation. When our life circumstances and responses do not match how we feel, it can be confusing and lonely.
Northern Nevada Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Reno, NV 89511
We have a strong focus on neurodiverse and autistic individuals, providing weekly social groups for ASD teens and adults to collaborate in a safe environment.
We are dedicated to providing client-centered care to individuals and families navigating life. Our multidisciplinary team of licensed clinicians specializes in a range of therapeutic services, including individual, group, couples, and family therapy. We are committed to creating a safe, confidential environment where clients can express themselves and work towards meaningful change. We believe in supporting our clients and building trust. Whether that be by focusing on your mental health, substance use issues, family problems, or supporting neurodiverse individuals, our approach is designed to meet each client's unique needs.
We have a strong focus on neurodiverse and autistic individuals, providing weekly social groups for ASD teens and adults to collaborate in a safe environment.
We are dedicated to providing client-centered care to individuals and families navigating life. Our multidisciplinary team of licensed clinicians specializes in a range of therapeutic services, including individual, group, couples, and family therapy. We are committed to creating a safe, confidential environment where clients can express themselves and work towards meaningful change. We believe in supporting our clients and building trust. Whether that be by focusing on your mental health, substance use issues, family problems, or supporting neurodiverse individuals, our approach is designed to meet each client's unique needs.
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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.