Autism Therapists in North Brunswick, NJ
We provide CBT for youth with anxiety disorders, trichotillomania, Tourette syndrome, ADHD and disruptive behavior, school refusal, autism and feeding disorders (e.g., ARFID).
We started the Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy with one mission: to help children, adolescents, and young adults live more meaningful and productive lives. Both raising a child and being one are tall orders in today’s climate. And having a psychological condition often compounds the challenges. We envision a world where youth can succeed, both in spite of their challenges and because of them; where they will develop and implement the skills to overcome their challenges; and where they believe that they can accomplish anything to which they put their minds.
We provide CBT for youth with anxiety disorders, trichotillomania, Tourette syndrome, ADHD and disruptive behavior, school refusal, autism and feeding disorders (e.g., ARFID).
We started the Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy with one mission: to help children, adolescents, and young adults live more meaningful and productive lives. Both raising a child and being one are tall orders in today’s climate. And having a psychological condition often compounds the challenges. We envision a world where youth can succeed, both in spite of their challenges and because of them; where they will develop and implement the skills to overcome their challenges; and where they believe that they can accomplish anything to which they put their minds.
I am the Executive Director of Behavior Therapy Associates (BTA), a Licensed Psychologist & Certified School Psychologist in New Jersey & Pennsylvania, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at the Doctoral level. My colleagues and I provide services in NJ & PA, and we can provide telehealth to more than 40 states through PSYPACT.org. I have expertise with pre-school aged children through adults, and I provide individual & family therapy, Behavioral Parent Training, & Social Skills Training. I have co-authored a social skills curriculum & behavior problems resource kit. I also provide Executive Coaching.
I am the Executive Director of Behavior Therapy Associates (BTA), a Licensed Psychologist & Certified School Psychologist in New Jersey & Pennsylvania, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at the Doctoral level. My colleagues and I provide services in NJ & PA, and we can provide telehealth to more than 40 states through PSYPACT.org. I have expertise with pre-school aged children through adults, and I provide individual & family therapy, Behavioral Parent Training, & Social Skills Training. I have co-authored a social skills curriculum & behavior problems resource kit. I also provide Executive Coaching.
Accepting New Clients! I believe that effective treatment begins with genuine connection. My approach is grounded in being approachable and collaborative. I want you to feel comfortable sharing your story and working together toward your goals.
Accepting New Clients! I believe that effective treatment begins with genuine connection. My approach is grounded in being approachable and collaborative. I want you to feel comfortable sharing your story and working together toward your goals.
Educational Background: I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Loyola University, New Orleans and my master’s and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University in Dallas, Texas. Throughout my graduate and undergraduate internships and practicums, I gained experience working with a variety of populations and ages, as well as varied settings. I have completed my internship in an inpatient psychiatric unit providing individual and group therapy to individuals with developmental disabilities, personality disorders, and criminal backgrounds.
Educational Background: I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Loyola University, New Orleans and my master’s and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University in Dallas, Texas. Throughout my graduate and undergraduate internships and practicums, I gained experience working with a variety of populations and ages, as well as varied settings. I have completed my internship in an inpatient psychiatric unit providing individual and group therapy to individuals with developmental disabilities, personality disorders, and criminal backgrounds.
Hira Ismail, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate care to individuals and families across New Jersey. She creates a safe and supportive space where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change. Hira works with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, helping them navigate life’s many stages with understanding and guidance. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs.Hira Ismail, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate care to individuals and famili
Hira Ismail, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate care to individuals and families across New Jersey. She creates a safe and supportive space where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change. Hira works with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, helping them navigate life’s many stages with understanding and guidance. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs.Hira Ismail, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate care to individuals and famili
"The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new" - Socrates. Sharing your feelings, experiences, and challenges with others is not always an easy task. I admire you for seeking support in making changes in your life and want to provide a safe, welcoming place for great personal growth work. My style is person-centered and strengths-oriented with an eclectic approach. Not every strategy works for every person so I combine several different techniques (listed to the right) to give you options in your care. We work as a team to decide what works best for you!
"The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new" - Socrates. Sharing your feelings, experiences, and challenges with others is not always an easy task. I admire you for seeking support in making changes in your life and want to provide a safe, welcoming place for great personal growth work. My style is person-centered and strengths-oriented with an eclectic approach. Not every strategy works for every person so I combine several different techniques (listed to the right) to give you options in your care. We work as a team to decide what works best for you!
New Jersey Institute For Neurofeedback
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
North Brunswick, NJ 08902
Judy, director for The New Jersey Institute For Neurofeedback, has always had a passion for helping people. First as a Critical Care Nurse and now as a therapist, Judy has supported and encouraged people of all ages in their efforts to grow and change. Studying the brain and behavior has been her passion for years. Trained as a Family Therapist and Neurofeedback Specialist, Judy and her team will partner with you on an exciting journey to attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing through this wonderful and innovate treatment approach.
Judy, director for The New Jersey Institute For Neurofeedback, has always had a passion for helping people. First as a Critical Care Nurse and now as a therapist, Judy has supported and encouraged people of all ages in their efforts to grow and change. Studying the brain and behavior has been her passion for years. Trained as a Family Therapist and Neurofeedback Specialist, Judy and her team will partner with you on an exciting journey to attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing through this wonderful and innovate treatment approach.
Sandy I. Rodriguez is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. In Rogers' own words: “it is the client who knows what hurts, what direction to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried. It began to occur to me that unless I had a need to demonstrate my own cleverness and learning, I would do better to rely upon the client for the direction of movement in the process” Sandy believes that this very individual is unique and a one-size-fits all process does not fit at all Sandy sees clients for their own unique experience as the vital factor in healing.
Sandy I. Rodriguez is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. In Rogers' own words: “it is the client who knows what hurts, what direction to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried. It began to occur to me that unless I had a need to demonstrate my own cleverness and learning, I would do better to rely upon the client for the direction of movement in the process” Sandy believes that this very individual is unique and a one-size-fits all process does not fit at all Sandy sees clients for their own unique experience as the vital factor in healing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I have experience working in a variety of clinical settings and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of emotional and mental health needs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I have experience working in a variety of clinical settings and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of emotional and mental health needs.
5 to 11 with autism and developmental delays.
I provide in-home, daycare, and school-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services and parent training tailored to each child and family. I focus on skill development and reducing challenging behaviors while coaching caregivers to confidently use strategies within daily routines. Support should feel collaborative, practical, and empowering.
5 to 11 with autism and developmental delays.
I provide in-home, daycare, and school-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services and parent training tailored to each child and family. I focus on skill development and reducing challenging behaviors while coaching caregivers to confidently use strategies within daily routines. Support should feel collaborative, practical, and empowering.
I specialize in the evaluation and cognitive-behavioral treatment of youth with Tourette syndrome, the range of anxiety disorders, OCD, trichotillomania (hairpulling), ADHD and disruptive behavior, school refusal/avoidance, and autism spectrum disorders.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist and founder of the Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in East Brunswick, NJ, where I provide therapy, school-based consultations, and professional development workshops focusing on the evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents with a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My treatment approach utilizes research-supported techniques to treat clients according to their individualized needs. Additionally, I collaborate with parents, school personnel, and medical providers, and perform school-based observations when appropriate. I am passionate about helping and strive to provide straightforward feedback, a clear plan, and practical strategies.
I specialize in the evaluation and cognitive-behavioral treatment of youth with Tourette syndrome, the range of anxiety disorders, OCD, trichotillomania (hairpulling), ADHD and disruptive behavior, school refusal/avoidance, and autism spectrum disorders.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist and founder of the Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in East Brunswick, NJ, where I provide therapy, school-based consultations, and professional development workshops focusing on the evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents with a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My treatment approach utilizes research-supported techniques to treat clients according to their individualized needs. Additionally, I collaborate with parents, school personnel, and medical providers, and perform school-based observations when appropriate. I am passionate about helping and strive to provide straightforward feedback, a clear plan, and practical strategies.
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We support individuals with ADHD, autism, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, mood disorders, tic disorders, and other emotional/behavioral challenges.
Our clinicians draw from experience in the fields of clinical, school, and counseling psychology, applied behavior analysis, and marriage and family therapy. We anchor our treatment in evidence-based therapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. We ensure that we individualize the care that is provided for each client.
We support individuals with ADHD, autism, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, mood disorders, tic disorders, and other emotional/behavioral challenges.
Our clinicians draw from experience in the fields of clinical, school, and counseling psychology, applied behavior analysis, and marriage and family therapy. We anchor our treatment in evidence-based therapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. We ensure that we individualize the care that is provided for each client.
I have extensive training working with neurodiverse populations, particularly those on the autism spectrum.
I will encourage you to be open and honest about your issues and commit to self-growth. Communication, self-reflection, and resiliency are qualities I strive to develop within you.
I have extensive training working with neurodiverse populations, particularly those on the autism spectrum.
I will encourage you to be open and honest about your issues and commit to self-growth. Communication, self-reflection, and resiliency are qualities I strive to develop within you.
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 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.
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.
Maybe you’ve just found out that what you’ve been experiencing all your life is OCD, ADHD, or Autism and don't know what to do next; or maybe you’ve always suspected that you’re dealing with some form of neurodivergence, and are looking to finally invest time and energy into learning more.
Together, we’ll navigate your neurodiversity and work to help you self-actualize the version of yourself you’ve dreamed of becoming. Whether it’s understanding how to advocate for yourself, building strategies for regulation and organization, or unpacking years of wondering ‘‘Why is everything so much harder for me,' we’ll create a plan for you.
Maybe you’ve just found out that what you’ve been experiencing all your life is OCD, ADHD, or Autism and don't know what to do next; or maybe you’ve always suspected that you’re dealing with some form of neurodivergence, and are looking to finally invest time and energy into learning more.
Together, we’ll navigate your neurodiversity and work to help you self-actualize the version of yourself you’ve dreamed of becoming. Whether it’s understanding how to advocate for yourself, building strategies for regulation and organization, or unpacking years of wondering ‘‘Why is everything so much harder for me,' we’ll create a plan for you.
I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples, all with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
In order to help clients reach their highest potential, my approach is a hybrid between counseling and coaching, both challenging and direct, yet compassionate and considerate. My clients have reported having a better understanding of the social world and increased levels of self-esteem which in turn has also lead to better stress management.
I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples, all with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
In order to help clients reach their highest potential, my approach is a hybrid between counseling and coaching, both challenging and direct, yet compassionate and considerate. My clients have reported having a better understanding of the social world and increased levels of self-esteem which in turn has also lead to better stress management.
I specialize in supporting clients diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, as well as those experiencing related symptoms.
Welcome! I work with children, teenagers, college students, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, symptoms related to trauma, grief, family matters, and addiction. I use a client-centered, non-judgmental approach to counseling and incorporate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior informed therapy, and mindfulness techniques when working with clients. I have a Master's degree in Counselor Education, Clinical Mental Health, and Addictions from The College of NJ.
I specialize in supporting clients diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, as well as those experiencing related symptoms.
Welcome! I work with children, teenagers, college students, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, symptoms related to trauma, grief, family matters, and addiction. I use a client-centered, non-judgmental approach to counseling and incorporate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior informed therapy, and mindfulness techniques when working with clients. I have a Master's degree in Counselor Education, Clinical Mental Health, and Addictions from The College of NJ.
Welcome to Genesis Psychotherapy and Integrative Health (GPIH), where you, your values, and your self-determination are at the center of the healing process. We see you as a whole person, whose current reason for treatment is a product of multiple variables, which we work together to uncover and address. We also see you as an individual who is ready to embark on a journey where your valid needs are met, while you live life to the fullest.
Welcome to Genesis Psychotherapy and Integrative Health (GPIH), where you, your values, and your self-determination are at the center of the healing process. We see you as a whole person, whose current reason for treatment is a product of multiple variables, which we work together to uncover and address. We also see you as an individual who is ready to embark on a journey where your valid needs are met, while you live life to the fullest.
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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.