Autism Therapists in Centerville, OH
You don’t have to carry the weight of life’s transitions, stress, or past experiences alone. My practice is rooted in a simple philosophy: therapy should be a safe harbor, not a rigid hierarchy. I prioritize creating a comfortable, relaxed environment where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment.
You don’t have to carry the weight of life’s transitions, stress, or past experiences alone. My practice is rooted in a simple philosophy: therapy should be a safe harbor, not a rigid hierarchy. I prioritize creating a comfortable, relaxed environment where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment.
She provides testing and treatment for ADHD, Autism, depression, identity formation, family of origin concerns, performance/ sports related concerns, as well as LGBTQIA+ issues.
Dr. Pittsenbarger specializes in psychological and psychoeducational assessments in children and adults, with the goal of making the testing process as comfortable as possible and administering thorough testing batteries, providing diagnostic clarity, and creating recommendations for what to do next. Dr. Pittsenbarger utilizes a blend of psychodynamic, interpersonal, and feminist therapy in her work with her clients, while incorporating components of mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills.
She provides testing and treatment for ADHD, Autism, depression, identity formation, family of origin concerns, performance/ sports related concerns, as well as LGBTQIA+ issues.
Dr. Pittsenbarger specializes in psychological and psychoeducational assessments in children and adults, with the goal of making the testing process as comfortable as possible and administering thorough testing batteries, providing diagnostic clarity, and creating recommendations for what to do next. Dr. Pittsenbarger utilizes a blend of psychodynamic, interpersonal, and feminist therapy in her work with her clients, while incorporating components of mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills.
Patti Schwarztrauber, LISW-S, is dedicated to supporting individuals across Ohio in achieving emotional well-being and personal growth. She works with adolescents, young adults, and adults of all ages, providing individualized care tailored to their unique needs. Patti creates a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore challenges and develop effective strategies for improvement. Whether navigating life transitions, managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, or addressing concerns related to grief or trauma, Patti helps clients build resilience and foster meaningful change.
Patti Schwarztrauber, LISW-S, is dedicated to supporting individuals across Ohio in achieving emotional well-being and personal growth. She works with adolescents, young adults, and adults of all ages, providing individualized care tailored to their unique needs. Patti creates a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore challenges and develop effective strategies for improvement. Whether navigating life transitions, managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, or addressing concerns related to grief or trauma, Patti helps clients build resilience and foster meaningful change.
I am a therapist who works primarily with adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, social challenges, and identity development. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and developmentally sensitive, with a strong emphasis on helping clients feel safe, understood, and respected in the therapy space.
I believe therapy works best when clients are met where they are, not where they are “supposed” to be. I focus on building genuine rapport and trust, often using creative, conversational, and experiential strategies—such as shared interests, and narrative exploration to reduce anxiety.
I am a therapist who works primarily with adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, social challenges, and identity development. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and developmentally sensitive, with a strong emphasis on helping clients feel safe, understood, and respected in the therapy space.
I believe therapy works best when clients are met where they are, not where they are “supposed” to be. I focus on building genuine rapport and trust, often using creative, conversational, and experiential strategies—such as shared interests, and narrative exploration to reduce anxiety.
At Ellie Mental Health, we strive to transform the culture of mental health by making care more accessible and providing individualized care that meets the client where they are. I work with clients 14 years and older, helping by walking alongside them in their journeys of finding their strengths and taking back control of their life. I have experience working with individuals presenting with challenges such as depression, anxiey, trauma, OCD, life transition issues, grief, among many others.
At Ellie Mental Health, we strive to transform the culture of mental health by making care more accessible and providing individualized care that meets the client where they are. I work with clients 14 years and older, helping by walking alongside them in their journeys of finding their strengths and taking back control of their life. I have experience working with individuals presenting with challenges such as depression, anxiey, trauma, OCD, life transition issues, grief, among many others.
Meghan Polly, LPC Meghan Polly is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Xavier University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from High Point University. Meghan believes in meeting the client where they are at and finding out what skills they have that they can work on strengthening. Meghan also strives to find out what interventions work best for each specific client so they can have an experience tailored to their specific needs. Outside of work, Meghan enjoys reading, playing video games, cooking, and baking.
Meghan Polly, LPC Meghan Polly is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Xavier University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from High Point University. Meghan believes in meeting the client where they are at and finding out what skills they have that they can work on strengthening. Meghan also strives to find out what interventions work best for each specific client so they can have an experience tailored to their specific needs. Outside of work, Meghan enjoys reading, playing video games, cooking, and baking.
All of us face challenges where we feel stronger when someone walks alongside us. Whether you are coming out of a difficulty, heading into one, or in the midst, I invite you to contact me so we can walk together to overcome it!
All of us face challenges where we feel stronger when someone walks alongside us. Whether you are coming out of a difficulty, heading into one, or in the midst, I invite you to contact me so we can walk together to overcome it!
He is particularly passionate about helping men address the unique challenges they may face with mental health, relationships, and identity. By normalizing these conversations, Trenton creates space for growth, healing, and resilience. His goal is to empower men to build healthier coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and develop stronger connections in their personal and professional lives. In his practice at LifeStance Health, Trenton offers individual therapy for adults of all ages, including young adults, middle-aged adults, and seniors.
He is particularly passionate about helping men address the unique challenges they may face with mental health, relationships, and identity. By normalizing these conversations, Trenton creates space for growth, healing, and resilience. His goal is to empower men to build healthier coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and develop stronger connections in their personal and professional lives. In his practice at LifeStance Health, Trenton offers individual therapy for adults of all ages, including young adults, middle-aged adults, and seniors.
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
Feeling stressed or anxious about life? Unsure of your next steps? Parenting a child with special needs? I’m here to help you navigate these challenging and transitional moments. With 15 years of experience as an Intervention Specialist in a public school district, along with my work as a mental health counselor, I understand the stress, anxiety, and extensive paperwork involved in supporting both students and parents. Together, we will work on self-advocacy, setting healthy boundaries, and developing effective coping strategies so you can feel empowered to be the best version of yourself.
Feeling stressed or anxious about life? Unsure of your next steps? Parenting a child with special needs? I’m here to help you navigate these challenging and transitional moments. With 15 years of experience as an Intervention Specialist in a public school district, along with my work as a mental health counselor, I understand the stress, anxiety, and extensive paperwork involved in supporting both students and parents. Together, we will work on self-advocacy, setting healthy boundaries, and developing effective coping strategies so you can feel empowered to be the best version of yourself.
Tyler specializes in working with clients experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Drawing on therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, he empowers clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping strategies, and foster long-term well-being. He is particularly passionate about helping clients uncover what drives their behaviors and find realistic ways to create change that aligns with their goals and values.
Tyler specializes in working with clients experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Drawing on therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, he empowers clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping strategies, and foster long-term well-being. He is particularly passionate about helping clients uncover what drives their behaviors and find realistic ways to create change that aligns with their goals and values.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
I have extensive experience (over 18 years) working with children and adolescents with attention and behavior problems, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum symptoms, social issues, learning and school-related issues, and adjustment problems.
I use a warm, playful and interpersonal style in therapy. My approach to therapy is integrative in nature, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral treatment. I teach my clients self awareness and specific social-emotional skills that increase their ability to cope with life's stressors.
I have extensive experience (over 18 years) working with children and adolescents with attention and behavior problems, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum symptoms, social issues, learning and school-related issues, and adjustment problems.
I use a warm, playful and interpersonal style in therapy. My approach to therapy is integrative in nature, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral treatment. I teach my clients self awareness and specific social-emotional skills that increase their ability to cope with life's stressors.
You may be working to better understand or accommodate yourself, unpacking body image and identity changes, reflecting on the impacts of undiagnosed ADHD/ Autism in your life and relationships, experiencing burnout at work or in life, grieving losses associated with disabilities or new health issues, or struggling to navigate relationships with family or partners especially in the current landscape.
As a queer, AuDHD, and chronically ill therapist I work with many folks who may also identify as neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, chronically ill, or all of the above bringing both professional and lived experience to my work with clients. I provide individual therapy to adults. I also provide couple's counseling including ENM and non-traditional relationships.
You may be working to better understand or accommodate yourself, unpacking body image and identity changes, reflecting on the impacts of undiagnosed ADHD/ Autism in your life and relationships, experiencing burnout at work or in life, grieving losses associated with disabilities or new health issues, or struggling to navigate relationships with family or partners especially in the current landscape.
As a queer, AuDHD, and chronically ill therapist I work with many folks who may also identify as neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, chronically ill, or all of the above bringing both professional and lived experience to my work with clients. I provide individual therapy to adults. I also provide couple's counseling including ENM and non-traditional relationships.
Hi, Im Jenae! I welcome individuals with all backgrounds and experiences that may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure how to move forward. Many of the clients I support are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, family challenges, and navigating new life transitions. My goal is to meet each person where they are and create a safe space to be supported and understood without judgment. Whether someone is seeking support for themselves, their child, or their family, I work collaboratively with clients to help them feel more confident and empowered in their daily lives.
Hi, Im Jenae! I welcome individuals with all backgrounds and experiences that may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure how to move forward. Many of the clients I support are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, family challenges, and navigating new life transitions. My goal is to meet each person where they are and create a safe space to be supported and understood without judgment. Whether someone is seeking support for themselves, their child, or their family, I work collaboratively with clients to help them feel more confident and empowered in their daily lives.
We want patients who are interested in well-researched treatment and who are open to telepsychology or video based therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. You'll save time and gas money.
We want patients who are interested in well-researched treatment and who are open to telepsychology or video based therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. You'll save time and gas money.
It can be difficult to find providers that understand the complexities of having a chronic illness, being on gender/sexuality spectrums, or being a part of the neurodivergent community.
As a queer, non-binary therapist, my work emphasizes creating a space for other voices and individuals on the gender and sexuality spectrums. I work with all mental health concerns, however my specialty is supporting clients navigating chronic illness and/or neurodivergence. I have lived experience with these conditions and want every person to feel heard and seen.
It can be difficult to find providers that understand the complexities of having a chronic illness, being on gender/sexuality spectrums, or being a part of the neurodivergent community.
As a queer, non-binary therapist, my work emphasizes creating a space for other voices and individuals on the gender and sexuality spectrums. I work with all mental health concerns, however my specialty is supporting clients navigating chronic illness and/or neurodivergence. I have lived experience with these conditions and want every person to feel heard and seen.
Aneesa E. Bhimani-Trimble
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by expectations, responsibilities, relationships, or stress and has difficulty finding space to care for themselves. They may be navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or professional stress, especially in school or helping professions. They want greater clarity, steadiness, and confidence in themselves and their direction. Together, we explore how relationships, environments, and expectations contribute to stress while building healthier boundaries, practical coping strategies, and a stronger sense of self.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by expectations, responsibilities, relationships, or stress and has difficulty finding space to care for themselves. They may be navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or professional stress, especially in school or helping professions. They want greater clarity, steadiness, and confidence in themselves and their direction. Together, we explore how relationships, environments, and expectations contribute to stress while building healthier boundaries, practical coping strategies, and a stronger sense of self.
The state of our relationships has a major impact on our general wellbeing. If you're feeling disconnected from yourself or the people in your life, and feeling powerless to make a change, therapy could be a part of your path forward. I may be a good fit for you if you are interested in therapy that: feels warm and affirming yet holds you accountable for personal change; acknowledges larger problematic systems; includes both the mind and the body; is sex-positive; is trauma-informed; includes heart and humor. It is never too late to shift the experience you're having in life.
The state of our relationships has a major impact on our general wellbeing. If you're feeling disconnected from yourself or the people in your life, and feeling powerless to make a change, therapy could be a part of your path forward. I may be a good fit for you if you are interested in therapy that: feels warm and affirming yet holds you accountable for personal change; acknowledges larger problematic systems; includes both the mind and the body; is sex-positive; is trauma-informed; includes heart and humor. It is never too late to shift the experience you're having in life.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve lost your sense of direction. My goal is to help you rediscover clarity, confidence, and balance, one step at a time. I specialize in supporting adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, and many other major life transitions.
My approach is practical, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based methods such as CBT, CPT, SFT, ERP, ACT, and DBT. I also bring 12+ years of business leadership experience helping people under pressure. Together, we’ll identify what’s keeping you stuck, challenge unhelpful patterns, and build skills to move forward with clarity, confidence, and calm.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve lost your sense of direction. My goal is to help you rediscover clarity, confidence, and balance, one step at a time. I specialize in supporting adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, and many other major life transitions.
My approach is practical, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based methods such as CBT, CPT, SFT, ERP, ACT, and DBT. I also bring 12+ years of business leadership experience helping people under pressure. Together, we’ll identify what’s keeping you stuck, challenge unhelpful patterns, and build skills to move forward with clarity, confidence, and calm.
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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.