Autism Therapists in Jamesburg, NJ
Maybe you are one of countless neurodivergent individuals attempting to blend into our largely neurotypical world, experiencing the stress, anxiety and complications that go with it.
My counseling style is strengths-based and trauma-informed, grounded in mindfulness and holistic wellness. I have been trained in a variety of clinical modalities, allowing me tailor interventions to your individual needs and goals. My focus is on supporting you in your journey of understanding yourself and becoming the best version of you.
Maybe you are one of countless neurodivergent individuals attempting to blend into our largely neurotypical world, experiencing the stress, anxiety and complications that go with it.
My counseling style is strengths-based and trauma-informed, grounded in mindfulness and holistic wellness. I have been trained in a variety of clinical modalities, allowing me tailor interventions to your individual needs and goals. My focus is on supporting you in your journey of understanding yourself and becoming the best version of you.
Amy believes that meaningful change begins with feeling heard, supported, and empowered. As a Licensed Social Worker with nearly a decade of experience in the mental health field, she is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges while building on their unique strengths and resilience.
Amy believes that meaningful change begins with feeling heard, supported, and empowered. As a Licensed Social Worker with nearly a decade of experience in the mental health field, she is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges while building on their unique strengths and resilience.
You might be here because something feels off, like life became more uncertain, or harder to manage. Maybe you're adjusting to change, have a high-pressure career, ending a relationship, starting something new, or navigating the quiet grief of things not turning out the way you hoped. I see therapy as a collaborative and supportive space where you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. I value meeting clients exactly where they are, and I prioritize building a trusting therapeutic relationship through authenticity and intention. I love creating a place where growth, insight, and a few moments of laughter can all exist.
You might be here because something feels off, like life became more uncertain, or harder to manage. Maybe you're adjusting to change, have a high-pressure career, ending a relationship, starting something new, or navigating the quiet grief of things not turning out the way you hoped. I see therapy as a collaborative and supportive space where you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. I value meeting clients exactly where they are, and I prioritize building a trusting therapeutic relationship through authenticity and intention. I love creating a place where growth, insight, and a few moments of laughter can all exist.
Counseling provides an opportunity for clients to begin or continue their mental health journey in a supportive and meaningful way. I believe it is essential for clients to work with a therapist who brings empathy, understanding, competence, and an appropriate sense of humor to the therapeutic process. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and life circumstances. My goal as a therapist is to walk alongside my clients, helping them navigate challenges, build resilience, and recognize their capacity to create a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Counseling provides an opportunity for clients to begin or continue their mental health journey in a supportive and meaningful way. I believe it is essential for clients to work with a therapist who brings empathy, understanding, competence, and an appropriate sense of humor to the therapeutic process. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and life circumstances. My goal as a therapist is to walk alongside my clients, helping them navigate challenges, build resilience, and recognize their capacity to create a fulfilling and meaningful life.
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I graduated with my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Gender Studies from Rider University in 2007, and again from Rider with my graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2015.
I graduated with my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Gender Studies from Rider University in 2007, and again from Rider with my graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2015.
I have unique experience in working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
I view therapy as teamwork, working side by side with you or your child to gain an understanding of life circumstances and stressors. Together, we work to help change unhealthy thought patterns so that healthier coping skills can be formed. I also work to help parents learn strategies to reinforce positive behaviors in children and manage challenges.
I have unique experience in working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
I view therapy as teamwork, working side by side with you or your child to gain an understanding of life circumstances and stressors. Together, we work to help change unhealthy thought patterns so that healthier coping skills can be formed. I also work to help parents learn strategies to reinforce positive behaviors in children and manage challenges.
I support children and adolescents who are experiencing challenges related to autism, developmental differences, anxiety, or changes in their lives.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I strive to create a warm, supportive space where clients feel heard and respected. From a humanistic perspective, I use CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered techniques to help clients recognize patterns, build coping skills, and grow self-compassion.
I support children and adolescents who are experiencing challenges related to autism, developmental differences, anxiety, or changes in their lives.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I strive to create a warm, supportive space where clients feel heard and respected. From a humanistic perspective, I use CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered techniques to help clients recognize patterns, build coping skills, and grow self-compassion.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) in the state of New Jersey.
My approach is client-centered, integrating evidence-based modalities of therapy including Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) in the state of New Jersey.
My approach is client-centered, integrating evidence-based modalities of therapy including Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Through these experiences, I developed a particular passion for and specialty in working with individuals on the autism spectrum, supporting them in capitalizing on their strengths and providing skills to maximize their potential.
Effective counseling, like effective parenting and teaching, involves understanding where someone is at in their growth process and providing them with a safe space and the supports essential to move to the next level. Developmentalists refer to this as "scaffolding". Like scaffolding for a building, these external supports are specific and put in place to allow for expansion and strengthening. Now, think about your favorite mentor or coach. It is likely that they provided support and encouragement that was a good match for you. As a counselor, I provide these supports, assisting my clients in reaching their greatest potential.
Through these experiences, I developed a particular passion for and specialty in working with individuals on the autism spectrum, supporting them in capitalizing on their strengths and providing skills to maximize their potential.
Effective counseling, like effective parenting and teaching, involves understanding where someone is at in their growth process and providing them with a safe space and the supports essential to move to the next level. Developmentalists refer to this as "scaffolding". Like scaffolding for a building, these external supports are specific and put in place to allow for expansion and strengthening. Now, think about your favorite mentor or coach. It is likely that they provided support and encouragement that was a good match for you. As a counselor, I provide these supports, assisting my clients in reaching their greatest potential.
I am Dana Wilkins, a licensed clinical mental health counselor in New Jersey. I have experience working with children, teens and adults who face a range of challenges such as suicidal ideation, impulse control, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I bring a seasoned, creative, and personable approach to my clients that helps foster self awareness, self acceptance, and personal growth. Together we will focus on action plans that help you build and maintain the life you want. I believe the outcome of successful psychotherapy is treating the presenting symptoms that make everyday life a challenge not a gift.
I am Dana Wilkins, a licensed clinical mental health counselor in New Jersey. I have experience working with children, teens and adults who face a range of challenges such as suicidal ideation, impulse control, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I bring a seasoned, creative, and personable approach to my clients that helps foster self awareness, self acceptance, and personal growth. Together we will focus on action plans that help you build and maintain the life you want. I believe the outcome of successful psychotherapy is treating the presenting symptoms that make everyday life a challenge not a gift.
I’m Nicole, a behavior analyst and special educator who helps children, families and adults navigate ADHD, anxiety, autism, emotional regulation challenges, and complex or undiagnosed needs.
My work blends evidence-based behavioral therapy with a warm, relationship-centered approach. With children, sessions focus on connection, play, and building skills in ways that feel natural and confidence-boosting. With adults and parents, I provide a clear roadmap for supporting emotional regulation, improving routines, and strengthening family dynamics.
I’m Nicole, a behavior analyst and special educator who helps children, families and adults navigate ADHD, anxiety, autism, emotional regulation challenges, and complex or undiagnosed needs.
My work blends evidence-based behavioral therapy with a warm, relationship-centered approach. With children, sessions focus on connection, play, and building skills in ways that feel natural and confidence-boosting. With adults and parents, I provide a clear roadmap for supporting emotional regulation, improving routines, and strengthening family dynamics.
I also provide therapy to Autistic children and adults that are trying to navigate the complexities of a neurotypical world.
Lets work together in a safe, warm and nonjudgemental setting that allows you or your child to meet their fullest potential. I will help you identify goals that are meaningful to you and together we will work towards meeting these goals. Therapy is a partnership and we will embark on the journey and navigate the roadblocks that can make life difficult. I use a client-centered approach along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and play therapy.
I also provide therapy to Autistic children and adults that are trying to navigate the complexities of a neurotypical world.
Lets work together in a safe, warm and nonjudgemental setting that allows you or your child to meet their fullest potential. I will help you identify goals that are meaningful to you and together we will work towards meeting these goals. Therapy is a partnership and we will embark on the journey and navigate the roadblocks that can make life difficult. I use a client-centered approach along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and play therapy.
My practice specializes in working with ADHD, Autistic and Neurodivergent adults, teens and their families.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and based on what the client tells me about themselves, their strengths and challenges. I do not believe one size fits all.
My practice specializes in working with ADHD, Autistic and Neurodivergent adults, teens and their families.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and based on what the client tells me about themselves, their strengths and challenges. I do not believe one size fits all.
I work with adults, and families facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, executive functioning challenges, social skills difficulties, school-related stress, and family relationship issues.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual's unique needs. I utilize evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and behavioral strategies.
I work with adults, and families facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, executive functioning challenges, social skills difficulties, school-related stress, and family relationship issues.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual's unique needs. I utilize evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and behavioral strategies.
My areas of specialization are Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and many other general mental health concerns.
My goal is to create a safe space for you where you feel heard and understood. I use a range of evidence-based approaches to tailor to each client's individual needs. Each session is designed to bring you a step closer to understanding yourself better and ultimately leading a more fulfilling life.
My areas of specialization are Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and many other general mental health concerns.
My goal is to create a safe space for you where you feel heard and understood. I use a range of evidence-based approaches to tailor to each client's individual needs. Each session is designed to bring you a step closer to understanding yourself better and ultimately leading a more fulfilling life.
My style is warm, genuine, and direct, using a different modalities. I believe in providing new perspectives and opportunities for growth, offering a safe space to relieve the pain and fear you’ve been carrying, and beginning to rediscover yourself. It takes courage to reach out to a therapist, and I understand the vulnerability required to take that step. I am here to listen without judgment, reflect on the factors contributing to your challenges, and work with you to develop strategies to move forward meaningfully. Taking care of yourself is a vital step in your journey, and I am honored to support you along the way.
My style is warm, genuine, and direct, using a different modalities. I believe in providing new perspectives and opportunities for growth, offering a safe space to relieve the pain and fear you’ve been carrying, and beginning to rediscover yourself. It takes courage to reach out to a therapist, and I understand the vulnerability required to take that step. I am here to listen without judgment, reflect on the factors contributing to your challenges, and work with you to develop strategies to move forward meaningfully. Taking care of yourself is a vital step in your journey, and I am honored to support you along the way.
I am an expert in developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.
I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I utilize mindfulness techniques as well. My current practice includes individuals who have a variety of different issues. My goal is for short term therapy that is problem-focused but I have clients whom I have been treating for more than a year.
I am an expert in developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.
I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I utilize mindfulness techniques as well. My current practice includes individuals who have a variety of different issues. My goal is for short term therapy that is problem-focused but I have clients whom I have been treating for more than a year.
I work with clients who often deal with multiple diagnoses, including a neurodivergent diagnosis.
The most skilled therapist helps clients process stressful experiences and/or trauma by developing tools for managing difficult emotional responses and gaining confidence in their ability to make good choices for themselves, which I look forward to doing with you!
As your therapist, I am here to help you reach your short- and long-term goals, while also providing a safe space to share your feelings, thoughts, and challenges.
I work with clients who often deal with multiple diagnoses, including a neurodivergent diagnosis.
The most skilled therapist helps clients process stressful experiences and/or trauma by developing tools for managing difficult emotional responses and gaining confidence in their ability to make good choices for themselves, which I look forward to doing with you!
As your therapist, I am here to help you reach your short- and long-term goals, while also providing a safe space to share your feelings, thoughts, and challenges.
I work best with neurodivergent adolescents and adults navigating ADHD, autism, OCD, emotional overwhelm, trauma, and the exhaustion that can come from living in environments that do not match how you naturally function.
I use a collaborative, neurodivergent-affirming, and evidence-based approach, integrating CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and body-based awareness to help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions, reduce overwhelm, and create practical changes. I offer warmth, honesty, and individualized support.
I work best with neurodivergent adolescents and adults navigating ADHD, autism, OCD, emotional overwhelm, trauma, and the exhaustion that can come from living in environments that do not match how you naturally function.
I use a collaborative, neurodivergent-affirming, and evidence-based approach, integrating CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and body-based awareness to help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions, reduce overwhelm, and create practical changes. I offer warmth, honesty, and individualized support.
Therapy offers supportive guidance and practical tools to help individuals on the autism spectrum and those facing social or emotional challenges build confidence, connection, and greater independence.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with art and music-based interventions to help clients improve emotional regulation, social skills, and confidence. Creative expression offers a safe way to communicate feelings while developing practical tools that support growth and daily functioning.
Therapy offers supportive guidance and practical tools to help individuals on the autism spectrum and those facing social or emotional challenges build confidence, connection, and greater independence.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with art and music-based interventions to help clients improve emotional regulation, social skills, and confidence. Creative expression offers a safe way to communicate feelings while developing practical tools that support growth and daily functioning.
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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.