Autism Therapists in Somerset, NJ
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the Doctoral level at Behavior Therapy Associates. I have experience working with individuals presenting with developmental disabilities, feeding and sleep problems, social skills deficits, as well as attention and executive functioning concerns.
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the Doctoral level at Behavior Therapy Associates. I have experience working with individuals presenting with developmental disabilities, feeding and sleep problems, social skills deficits, as well as attention and executive functioning concerns.
I have extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and PSYPACT certified. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to help them successfully navigate life's challenges and work towards becoming their best selves. I strive to empower individuals, couples, and families to leverage their unique strengths to define personal goals and achieve meaningful progress. I use evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to to treat a variety of conditions, such as ADHD, disruptive behavior disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and navigating parenting and life transitions.
I have extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and PSYPACT certified. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to help them successfully navigate life's challenges and work towards becoming their best selves. I strive to empower individuals, couples, and families to leverage their unique strengths to define personal goals and achieve meaningful progress. I use evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to to treat a variety of conditions, such as ADHD, disruptive behavior disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and navigating parenting and life transitions.
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.
“I feel stuck.... Nothing is going to get better... I don’t know why I feel this way... Nobody understands what I'm going through.” How many of these thoughts sound familiar? Sometimes, one of the most difficult things to navigate is how we feel. Life is hard. It’s filled with things that are stressful, overwhelming, painful, and heartbreaking. It can be challenging just to get through the day without crying, losing motivation, isolating, or feeling hopeless. It can be a lot to handle. Figuring out how to change that doesn’t have to be.
“I feel stuck.... Nothing is going to get better... I don’t know why I feel this way... Nobody understands what I'm going through.” How many of these thoughts sound familiar? Sometimes, one of the most difficult things to navigate is how we feel. Life is hard. It’s filled with things that are stressful, overwhelming, painful, and heartbreaking. It can be challenging just to get through the day without crying, losing motivation, isolating, or feeling hopeless. It can be a lot to handle. Figuring out how to change that doesn’t have to be.
I use evidence-based treatments to treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Trauma, Tics, Trichotillomania, School Refusal and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in addition to working collaboratively with parents to teach behavior management strategies to address challenging behaviors.
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over 25 years. I strive to help individuals, couples and families meet their individual goals, reducing distress and anxiety, managing life's challenges, decreasing conflict, improving mood and increasing productivity. Therapy is a collaborative process in which individuals learn skills to incorporate into their lives, in order to see change and achieve goals that are desired. I lecture extensively throughout the area to school districts and at state and local conferences.
I use evidence-based treatments to treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Trauma, Tics, Trichotillomania, School Refusal and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in addition to working collaboratively with parents to teach behavior management strategies to address challenging behaviors.
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over 25 years. I strive to help individuals, couples and families meet their individual goals, reducing distress and anxiety, managing life's challenges, decreasing conflict, improving mood and increasing productivity. Therapy is a collaborative process in which individuals learn skills to incorporate into their lives, in order to see change and achieve goals that are desired. I lecture extensively throughout the area to school districts and at state and local conferences.
I am a licensed psychologist, with 30 + years in the field of clinical psychology. I work with diverse population, using multi-cultural perspective in addressing Individual and family situations. I love to know people's strengths even when they feel hopeless. I believe that Therapy is a team effort from beginning to end and I am there to support and be with.
I am a licensed psychologist, with 30 + years in the field of clinical psychology. I work with diverse population, using multi-cultural perspective in addressing Individual and family situations. I love to know people's strengths even when they feel hopeless. I believe that Therapy is a team effort from beginning to end and I am there to support and be with.
Jacqueline Pidich
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, LPAT, ATR- BC, ATCS
2 Endorsed
Online Only
We are living in very different times. Are stress, depression and anxiety eating you alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unheard, or lonely, despite all of your attempts at handling life alone? You deserve a break, and you owe it to yourself to try! I can help you with the transitions you face due to Covid, the change in seasons, college and job stress, break ups, divorce, raising kids, coming out as LGBT and, or chronic pain. I get it you may not know where to start. I myself have overcome many life's challenges. Breathe and take a shot! ... Art Therapy and talk therapy can provide a sense of relief, and I am here to support you!
We are living in very different times. Are stress, depression and anxiety eating you alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unheard, or lonely, despite all of your attempts at handling life alone? You deserve a break, and you owe it to yourself to try! I can help you with the transitions you face due to Covid, the change in seasons, college and job stress, break ups, divorce, raising kids, coming out as LGBT and, or chronic pain. I get it you may not know where to start. I myself have overcome many life's challenges. Breathe and take a shot! ... Art Therapy and talk therapy can provide a sense of relief, and I am here to support you!
My areas of expertise include Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, behavioral challenges, anxiety, and depression.
Congratulations on taking the first step in your mental health journey. Reaching out for support is a meaningful decision, and finding the right therapist to meet your needs is an important part of the process. As you consider the right provider, it can be helpful to reflect on your goals for therapy. Are you seeking emotional support, practical strategies, or a safe space to work through life’s challenges? Often, therapy can provide a combination of all three.
I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can openly express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. My approach is empathetic, collaborative,
My areas of expertise include Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, behavioral challenges, anxiety, and depression.
Congratulations on taking the first step in your mental health journey. Reaching out for support is a meaningful decision, and finding the right therapist to meet your needs is an important part of the process. As you consider the right provider, it can be helpful to reflect on your goals for therapy. Are you seeking emotional support, practical strategies, or a safe space to work through life’s challenges? Often, therapy can provide a combination of all three.
I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can openly express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. My approach is empathetic, collaborative,
Taylor Caldwell helps patients build practical skills, emotional insight, and resilience so they can feel more grounded and confident in daily life, and she provides individual therapy through LifeStance Health. Serving teens, adults, and seniors across New Jersey, Taylor offers a supportive and structured space to address concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related challenges. Her approach blends warmth with clinical intention, meeting each patient where they are while focusing on meaningful, sustainable progress.Taylor Caldwell helps patients build practical skills, emotional insight, and resilience so they can feel more gr
Taylor Caldwell helps patients build practical skills, emotional insight, and resilience so they can feel more grounded and confident in daily life, and she provides individual therapy through LifeStance Health. Serving teens, adults, and seniors across New Jersey, Taylor offers a supportive and structured space to address concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related challenges. Her approach blends warmth with clinical intention, meeting each patient where they are while focusing on meaningful, sustainable progress.Taylor Caldwell helps patients build practical skills, emotional insight, and resilience so they can feel more gr
Kevin Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He has a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Kevin has worked in a range of settings including residential, PHP/IOP mental health services, and IOP substance use services. Kevin’s particular diagnostic experience includes (alphabetically) ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, substance use, and trauma.
Kevin Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He has a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Kevin has worked in a range of settings including residential, PHP/IOP mental health services, and IOP substance use services. Kevin’s particular diagnostic experience includes (alphabetically) ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, substance use, and trauma.
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.
Tina M. Collins is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2001. She has an MSW from Rutgers University. Outside of work, Tina likes to read and do arts and crafts.
Tina M. Collins is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2001. She has an MSW from Rutgers University. Outside of work, Tina likes to read and do arts and crafts.
She also works with individuals on the autism spectrum and members of the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring that therapy is inclusive, affirming, and responsive to diverse experiences.
Cierrah Parson, LAC, is dedicated to helping individuals and families across New Jersey navigate life’s challenges with compassionate, evidence-based care. She provides individual, group, and family therapy to children, adults, and seniors, specializing in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. With a warm and collaborative approach, Cierrah tailors therapy to each person’s unique needs, fostering resilience and self-awareness in a supportive environment. Cierrah is especially passionate about empowering women and fostering healthy mother-daughter relationships.
She also works with individuals on the autism spectrum and members of the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring that therapy is inclusive, affirming, and responsive to diverse experiences.
Cierrah Parson, LAC, is dedicated to helping individuals and families across New Jersey navigate life’s challenges with compassionate, evidence-based care. She provides individual, group, and family therapy to children, adults, and seniors, specializing in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. With a warm and collaborative approach, Cierrah tailors therapy to each person’s unique needs, fostering resilience and self-awareness in a supportive environment. Cierrah is especially passionate about empowering women and fostering healthy mother-daughter relationships.
"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!
Cheyanne Curtin, LAC, is dedicated to helping individuals and families across New Jersey find greater emotional balance, connection, and resilience through evidence-based, compassionate therapy. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she supports children, adolescents, and adults through life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and behavioral concerns. Cheyanne creates a warm and collaborative space where clients can explore emotions, improve communication, and build coping skills to move forward with confidence and clarity.
Cheyanne Curtin, LAC, is dedicated to helping individuals and families across New Jersey find greater emotional balance, connection, and resilience through evidence-based, compassionate therapy. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she supports children, adolescents, and adults through life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and behavioral concerns. Cheyanne creates a warm and collaborative space where clients can explore emotions, improve communication, and build coping skills to move forward with confidence and clarity.
She is particularly passionate about working with individuals navigating adoption and foster care, supporting those on the autism spectrum, and providing affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients
Kaitlynn Grogan, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate and individualized mental health care to clients across New Jersey. She supports adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, creating a safe and welcoming environment where clients can explore their experiences, build coping skills, and move toward lasting growth and healing. Kaitlynn specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, offering therapy that is both evidence-based and tailored to each client’s needs.Kaitlynn Grogan, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate and individualized mental health care
She is particularly passionate about working with individuals navigating adoption and foster care, supporting those on the autism spectrum, and providing affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients
Kaitlynn Grogan, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate and individualized mental health care to clients across New Jersey. She supports adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, creating a safe and welcoming environment where clients can explore their experiences, build coping skills, and move toward lasting growth and healing. Kaitlynn specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, offering therapy that is both evidence-based and tailored to each client’s needs.Kaitlynn Grogan, Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, provides compassionate and individualized mental health care
Krista Merola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from Rutgers University. Krista provides a safe environment for the clients that she serves. She strives to build rapport and create a healthy, helping relationship. Krista is very empathetic, understanding, and warm with her clients which helps foster a safe environment conducive to healing. In her spare time, Krista enjoys reading, going to the gym, spending time with friends and family, and watching Netflix.Krista Merola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has be
Krista Merola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from Rutgers University. Krista provides a safe environment for the clients that she serves. She strives to build rapport and create a healthy, helping relationship. Krista is very empathetic, understanding, and warm with her clients which helps foster a safe environment conducive to healing. In her spare time, Krista enjoys reading, going to the gym, spending time with friends and family, and watching Netflix.Krista Merola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has be
Rita Mensah is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2013. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. Rita also has additional training in play therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, school avoidance, and traditional cognitive behavioral therapy. Rita has a significant amount of experience in various settings in the behavioral health field. She works with children, adolescents, and adults. Her approach is compassionate, warm, caring, and supportive.
Rita Mensah is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2013. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. Rita also has additional training in play therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, school avoidance, and traditional cognitive behavioral therapy. Rita has a significant amount of experience in various settings in the behavioral health field. She works with children, adolescents, and adults. Her approach is compassionate, warm, caring, and supportive.
Imagine your child, friend, or loved one feeling overwhelmed by uncomfortable emotions, struggling with self-worth, or coping in ways that feel scary or seem unhealthy. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where people of all cultural backgrounds, identities, and family structures feel seen, respected, and understood. I collaborate closely with caregivers and honor each family’s values, traditions, and lived experiences while helping individuals build healthier coping skills, emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of self.
Imagine your child, friend, or loved one feeling overwhelmed by uncomfortable emotions, struggling with self-worth, or coping in ways that feel scary or seem unhealthy. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where people of all cultural backgrounds, identities, and family structures feel seen, respected, and understood. I collaborate closely with caregivers and honor each family’s values, traditions, and lived experiences while helping individuals build healthier coping skills, emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of self.
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.
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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.