Autism Therapists in Plainfield, NJ
I focus on creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for clients during sessions where clients can freely express themselves without the fear of judgement or disapproval. My goal is to help clients to work through their struggles and transform themselves into stronger, more self-aware people who can confidently achieve their goals. I work under a cognitive behavioral, strengths-based, solutioned focused approach to therapy where a client can better identify negative/irrational thoughts while gaining some tools to assist with the “right now” concerns.
I focus on creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for clients during sessions where clients can freely express themselves without the fear of judgement or disapproval. My goal is to help clients to work through their struggles and transform themselves into stronger, more self-aware people who can confidently achieve their goals. I work under a cognitive behavioral, strengths-based, solutioned focused approach to therapy where a client can better identify negative/irrational thoughts while gaining some tools to assist with the “right now” concerns.
You’ve been carrying a lot—work, school, relationships, trying to remember what “self-care” even looks like… If anxiety builds, conflicts feel heavier, or a major life shift has left you feeling stuck, it makes complete sense that you’re overwhelmed.
This isn’t about “fixing” you—you’re not broken. It’s about reconnecting with the resilience and wisdom that have been there all along, even if they’ve been buried under stress and expectations.
You’ve been carrying a lot—work, school, relationships, trying to remember what “self-care” even looks like… If anxiety builds, conflicts feel heavier, or a major life shift has left you feeling stuck, it makes complete sense that you’re overwhelmed.
This isn’t about “fixing” you—you’re not broken. It’s about reconnecting with the resilience and wisdom that have been there all along, even if they’ve been buried under stress and expectations.
Hey, I’m Alex! Thanks for stopping by, I know how hectic it can feel to navigate the mental health space and find a therapist who’s the right fit. I’m a licensed professional counselor offering virtual therapy in New Jersey.
I’m someone who strives to stay connected to a sense of curiosity and whimsy, and I’m passionate about helping people approach their inner world with a lighter (more curious, less judgmental) attitude. I believe you’re the expert on yourself and my job is to walk beside you, point out interesting patterns, and help you feel more like the “you” you want to be.
Hey, I’m Alex! Thanks for stopping by, I know how hectic it can feel to navigate the mental health space and find a therapist who’s the right fit. I’m a licensed professional counselor offering virtual therapy in New Jersey.
I’m someone who strives to stay connected to a sense of curiosity and whimsy, and I’m passionate about helping people approach their inner world with a lighter (more curious, less judgmental) attitude. I believe you’re the expert on yourself and my job is to walk beside you, point out interesting patterns, and help you feel more like the “you” you want to be.
Allison has experience working with childre, adolescents and adults who struggle with life transitions, anxiety, drepression, oppositional behavior and substance use. Her approach is client-centered by int3egrating evidence-based modalities of therapy including Person-Centerd Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Allison has experience working with childre, adolescents and adults who struggle with life transitions, anxiety, drepression, oppositional behavior and substance use. Her approach is client-centered by int3egrating evidence-based modalities of therapy including Person-Centerd Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
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Our ABA practitioners create environments that help children with ASD develop new behaviors and learn new skills.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapeutic approach that has been shown to improve socially significant behaviors in all areas of development for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD). ABA helps children improve their communication, social emotional adjustment, fine and gross motor skills, cognition, general functioning and daily skills.
Our ABA practitioners create environments that help children with ASD develop new behaviors and learn new skills.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapeutic approach that has been shown to improve socially significant behaviors in all areas of development for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD). ABA helps children improve their communication, social emotional adjustment, fine and gross motor skills, cognition, general functioning and daily skills.
I specialize in counseling for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, and Trauma.
As a licensed professional counselor, I specialize in Anxiety, Autism, Depression, ADHD, Neurodivergence, and Trauma therapy, with strategies and tools to get real results, such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based CBT. This is a safe and inclusive space for everyone.
I specialize in counseling for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, and Trauma.
As a licensed professional counselor, I specialize in Anxiety, Autism, Depression, ADHD, Neurodivergence, and Trauma therapy, with strategies and tools to get real results, such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based CBT. This is a safe and inclusive space for everyone.
Still, I also have a strong passion for helping parents navigate their emotions in raising a child with autism or neurodivergence, as well as helping adults who are neurodivergent.
My ideal client is someone who can utilize the skills learned in therapy and apply them in their everyday life. Everyone wants to live the best possible life, full of joy, meaning, and purpose. Taking those steps can sometimes be difficult, depending on past experiences and diagnosis. In therapy, we will process clients' experiences together to help them connect the dots and walk on their path toward mental well-being.
Still, I also have a strong passion for helping parents navigate their emotions in raising a child with autism or neurodivergence, as well as helping adults who are neurodivergent.
My ideal client is someone who can utilize the skills learned in therapy and apply them in their everyday life. Everyone wants to live the best possible life, full of joy, meaning, and purpose. Taking those steps can sometimes be difficult, depending on past experiences and diagnosis. In therapy, we will process clients' experiences together to help them connect the dots and walk on their path toward mental well-being.
My practice is diverse and focuses on clients of all ages. I often treat children, teens, and adults. My style is collaborative and integrated. I am proud to work with a team of dedicated professionals who provide caring support to our community here at Baker Street Behavioral Health. Call or email now for immediate availability with our office.
My practice is diverse and focuses on clients of all ages. I often treat children, teens, and adults. My style is collaborative and integrated. I am proud to work with a team of dedicated professionals who provide caring support to our community here at Baker Street Behavioral Health. Call or email now for immediate availability with our office.
We treat a range of developmental disorder including Autism or an inability to communicate or speak.
We are a full service ABA company providing ABA therapy to our clients. Services include Discrete Trials, Precision Teaching, Verbal Behavior and Behavior change methods and procedures.
We treat a range of developmental disorder including Autism or an inability to communicate or speak.
We are a full service ABA company providing ABA therapy to our clients. Services include Discrete Trials, Precision Teaching, Verbal Behavior and Behavior change methods and procedures.
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.
He began his career in a therapeutic school setting, developing expertise in Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and learning challenges.
Michael provides individual, family, and group therapy and specializes in the assessment and late diagnosis of Autism and ADHD, particularly for teens and adults who may have been misunderstood or misdiagnosed.
He began his career in a therapeutic school setting, developing expertise in Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and learning challenges.
Michael provides individual, family, and group therapy and specializes in the assessment and late diagnosis of Autism and ADHD, particularly for teens and adults who may have been misunderstood or misdiagnosed.
Yu Yan, Psy.D., helps individuals in New Jersey navigate life's challenges with warmth, insight, and evidence-based care. At LifeStance Health, she supports patients seeking to better understand themselves, overcome emotional difficulties, and build meaningful change. Dr. Yan works with clients across various age groups and tailors treatment plans to meet each person’s unique goals, using clinically grounded methods in a compassionate and collaborative environment. Dr.Yu Yan, Psy.D., helps individuals in New Jersey navigate life's challenges with warmth, insight, and evidence-based care. At LifeStance Health, she supports patients s
Yu Yan, Psy.D., helps individuals in New Jersey navigate life's challenges with warmth, insight, and evidence-based care. At LifeStance Health, she supports patients seeking to better understand themselves, overcome emotional difficulties, and build meaningful change. Dr. Yan works with clients across various age groups and tailors treatment plans to meet each person’s unique goals, using clinically grounded methods in a compassionate and collaborative environment. Dr.Yu Yan, Psy.D., helps individuals in New Jersey navigate life's challenges with warmth, insight, and evidence-based care. At LifeStance Health, she supports patients s
Fundamental ABA empowers young children with autism with educational and behavioral therapy using applied behavior analysis to build life skills.
We provide in-home ABA therapy for children with autism in a fun, engaging environment. Our sessions are designed around your child’s interests, integrating play-based learning that make skill-building enjoyable. We are neuro-diverity affirming and celebrate your child's unique stengths. We offer 1:1 therapy as well as well as parent coaching/consulation.
Fundamental ABA empowers young children with autism with educational and behavioral therapy using applied behavior analysis to build life skills.
We provide in-home ABA therapy for children with autism in a fun, engaging environment. Our sessions are designed around your child’s interests, integrating play-based learning that make skill-building enjoyable. We are neuro-diverity affirming and celebrate your child's unique stengths. We offer 1:1 therapy as well as well as parent coaching/consulation.
I help individuals and couples understand how symptoms impact daily life, empowering neurodivergent clients through psychoeducation.
Come for the clinical insight, stay for the space where you never have to apologize for how your brain works.
If you are exhausted from masking, trying to force your brain into a neurotypical mold, or carrying the invisible weight of generational trauma and covert abuse, you already know that "just trying harder" isn't a treatment plan. You don't need a therapist who expects you to fit into a neat, tidy box. You need a space where you can untangle the chaos, understand your symptoms, and figure out how your brain actually works.
I help individuals and couples understand how symptoms impact daily life, empowering neurodivergent clients through psychoeducation.
Come for the clinical insight, stay for the space where you never have to apologize for how your brain works.
If you are exhausted from masking, trying to force your brain into a neurotypical mold, or carrying the invisible weight of generational trauma and covert abuse, you already know that "just trying harder" isn't a treatment plan. You don't need a therapist who expects you to fit into a neat, tidy box. You need a space where you can untangle the chaos, understand your symptoms, and figure out how your brain actually works.
I am a licensed psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and learning disabilities.
I am the principle partner of Worrywell in Red Bank, NJ. In addition to our testing services, we have a team of providers offering individual counseling, group therapy, and couples counseling. We also provide parenting support through parent management training.
I am a licensed psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and learning disabilities.
I am the principle partner of Worrywell in Red Bank, NJ. In addition to our testing services, we have a team of providers offering individual counseling, group therapy, and couples counseling. We also provide parenting support through parent management training.
Hello and welcome! I’m Jenna Welch, a licensed therapist passionate about helping individuals and couples find healing, clarity, and confidence in their lives. I specialize in working with clients struggling with OCD, eating disorders, trauma, and special needs, as well as providing couples counseling to support partners in rebuilding trust and connection.
Hello and welcome! I’m Jenna Welch, a licensed therapist passionate about helping individuals and couples find healing, clarity, and confidence in their lives. I specialize in working with clients struggling with OCD, eating disorders, trauma, and special needs, as well as providing couples counseling to support partners in rebuilding trust and connection.
My clients are adults adults seeking a neuoaffirmative therapist to help them understand themselves and their experiences & adults seeking testing for ADHD or autism.
My holistic, neurodivergent, and diversity affirming approach to therapy and testing focuses not only on areas of struggle, but also on strengths and skills that will support your growth. I work with clients to help them come into their authentic self with the use of interventions from attachment, somatic, and personal integration therapies.
My clients are adults adults seeking a neuoaffirmative therapist to help them understand themselves and their experiences & adults seeking testing for ADHD or autism.
My holistic, neurodivergent, and diversity affirming approach to therapy and testing focuses not only on areas of struggle, but also on strengths and skills that will support your growth. I work with clients to help them come into their authentic self with the use of interventions from attachment, somatic, and personal integration therapies.
I also provide supportive psychotherapy for level 1 and 2 ASD to assist in normative emotional processing and provide social modeling to work in conjunction with client's other functional therapies.
Reflecting on patterns of behavior in environment, perspective, motivations, and inhibitions, we'll increase insight to utilize in future endeavors. Discovering the underlying causes of symptom formation is the most effective way to institute lasting change. Working together, we'll identify goals, the obstacles present, and how best to navigate forward.
I also provide supportive psychotherapy for level 1 and 2 ASD to assist in normative emotional processing and provide social modeling to work in conjunction with client's other functional therapies.
Reflecting on patterns of behavior in environment, perspective, motivations, and inhibitions, we'll increase insight to utilize in future endeavors. Discovering the underlying causes of symptom formation is the most effective way to institute lasting change. Working together, we'll identify goals, the obstacles present, and how best to navigate forward.
Additionally I offer assessments for ADHD and autism for older adolescents and adults.
Stress has brought you here, and together we will pave the path toward reducing that stress. I am passionate about working with children, teens, and adults. Whether it is anxiety that paralyzes you, depression that isolates you, or relationship stress that weighs you down, there is hope in the therapeutic process to change and renew your life. In the safe, compassionate environment I provide you will begin to work through those thoughts, feelings, and patterns holding you back from the happiness you so deserve.
Additionally I offer assessments for ADHD and autism for older adolescents and adults.
Stress has brought you here, and together we will pave the path toward reducing that stress. I am passionate about working with children, teens, and adults. Whether it is anxiety that paralyzes you, depression that isolates you, or relationship stress that weighs you down, there is hope in the therapeutic process to change and renew your life. In the safe, compassionate environment I provide you will begin to work through those thoughts, feelings, and patterns holding you back from the happiness you so deserve.
Hello. My name is Laura Leone and I am in private practice. I mainly offer telehealth counseling services but do provide in-person when in NJ. I have been involved in emotional health education and training for decades. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in NJ and the USVI. My passion includes serving children, adolescents, adults and families to assist and assess in bringing stabilization and effective intervention in a timely manner. In addition to assisting with behavioral challenges, I serve children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Hello. My name is Laura Leone and I am in private practice. I mainly offer telehealth counseling services but do provide in-person when in NJ. I have been involved in emotional health education and training for decades. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in NJ and the USVI. My passion includes serving children, adolescents, adults and families to assist and assess in bringing stabilization and effective intervention in a timely manner. In addition to assisting with behavioral challenges, I serve children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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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.