Autism Therapists in Huntingdon Valley, PA
Parents may also be seeking services for a child with emotional, behavioral, or developmental needs, including autism, and are looking for guidance, practical strategies, and meaningful progress at home and school.
Aspire Child & Family Services offers counseling for children, teens, and adults, as well as intensive behavioral health services for children with autism. Our clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy, behavioral support, skill building, and parent consultation, tailored to each individual and family’s unique strengths and goals.
Parents may also be seeking services for a child with emotional, behavioral, or developmental needs, including autism, and are looking for guidance, practical strategies, and meaningful progress at home and school.
Aspire Child & Family Services offers counseling for children, teens, and adults, as well as intensive behavioral health services for children with autism. Our clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy, behavioral support, skill building, and parent consultation, tailored to each individual and family’s unique strengths and goals.
The practice specializes in the assessment of autism, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and learning disabilities.
Admissions testing for independent schools is also offered. Families will receive a virtual feedback session to review the results a few weeks after testing, and a written report will be submitted to their specified schools. Weekend hours are available.
The practice specializes in the assessment of autism, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and learning disabilities.
Admissions testing for independent schools is also offered. Families will receive a virtual feedback session to review the results a few weeks after testing, and a written report will be submitted to their specified schools. Weekend hours are available.
I have a strong interest and practical experience in working with neurodivergent individuals.
We can do hard things, but we don't have to do them alone. I believe therapy is a collaborative and holistic process where your experiences, feelings, and goals are at the center. My approach is grounded in empathy and respect, and I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space to explore and grow. Whether you are facing specific stressors or looking to gain insight into your thoughts and emotions, I am committed to walking alongside you, offering guidance and tools that align with your unique needs, strengths, and autonomy.
I have a strong interest and practical experience in working with neurodivergent individuals.
We can do hard things, but we don't have to do them alone. I believe therapy is a collaborative and holistic process where your experiences, feelings, and goals are at the center. My approach is grounded in empathy and respect, and I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space to explore and grow. Whether you are facing specific stressors or looking to gain insight into your thoughts and emotions, I am committed to walking alongside you, offering guidance and tools that align with your unique needs, strengths, and autonomy.
Holtz and Powell Marriage and Family Services LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Genevieve specializes in working with children with behavioral problems, families affected by Autism, blended families, individuals with trauma, couples and eating disorders.
Holtz and Powell Marriage and Family Services LLC is a therapy practice that specializes in problems in the family and couple. We work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations and religions with no judgement and acceptance. We are an LGBT friendly practice. Marriage and Family Therapy differs from Individual Therapy in that all affected parties are included in therapy to promote lasting change. We conduct individual therapy from a systemic lens and an innate curiosity about the human experience. Please check our website for more information. We are licensed in PA and DE
Genevieve specializes in working with children with behavioral problems, families affected by Autism, blended families, individuals with trauma, couples and eating disorders.
Holtz and Powell Marriage and Family Services LLC is a therapy practice that specializes in problems in the family and couple. We work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations and religions with no judgement and acceptance. We are an LGBT friendly practice. Marriage and Family Therapy differs from Individual Therapy in that all affected parties are included in therapy to promote lasting change. We conduct individual therapy from a systemic lens and an innate curiosity about the human experience. Please check our website for more information. We are licensed in PA and DE
Dr. Gumerman is a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist. He offers testing and comprehensive evaluations for children and adults with learning problems, emotional and behavioral issues from elementary school through college. Dr. Gumerman evaluates students of all ages, as well as college graduates and adults who may need special support services. These may include specific testing to diagnose a learning disability. Dr. Gumerman also provides psycho-educational evaluations for persons seeking special accommodations for advanced test taking (GMAT, LSAT, SAT, GRE, MCAT) and other examinations where consideration may be needed for special accommodations in the State of Pennsylvania
Dr. Gumerman is a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist. He offers testing and comprehensive evaluations for children and adults with learning problems, emotional and behavioral issues from elementary school through college. Dr. Gumerman evaluates students of all ages, as well as college graduates and adults who may need special support services. These may include specific testing to diagnose a learning disability. Dr. Gumerman also provides psycho-educational evaluations for persons seeking special accommodations for advanced test taking (GMAT, LSAT, SAT, GRE, MCAT) and other examinations where consideration may be needed for special accommodations in the State of Pennsylvania
I'm Paul VanAntwerp, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 29 years of experience working in the Mental Health field. My career path and clinical experience has included years of inpatient hospital work, treatment programs (PHP, IOP, RTF) and various outpatient therapy settings. I take pride in offering a non-judgmental and client-centered space for you to address all issues and problems that you want help with at this point in your life. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder while respectfully helping individuals in facing and overcoming all of their life challenges and obstacles.
I'm Paul VanAntwerp, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 29 years of experience working in the Mental Health field. My career path and clinical experience has included years of inpatient hospital work, treatment programs (PHP, IOP, RTF) and various outpatient therapy settings. I take pride in offering a non-judgmental and client-centered space for you to address all issues and problems that you want help with at this point in your life. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder while respectfully helping individuals in facing and overcoming all of their life challenges and obstacles.
In addition, as Licensed Behavior Specialist, I am working with Autistic Spectrum Disorder clients developing behavioral programming to teach them utilize and strengthen their abilities.
As a Mental Health professional I was always sensitive to individuals' needs and oriented to help them overcome difficulties in their lives. I understand asking for help is a difficult step. Building and maintaining a positive therapeutic relationship based on trust and confidence is essential in interaction with my clients.
In addition, as Licensed Behavior Specialist, I am working with Autistic Spectrum Disorder clients developing behavioral programming to teach them utilize and strengthen their abilities.
As a Mental Health professional I was always sensitive to individuals' needs and oriented to help them overcome difficulties in their lives. I understand asking for help is a difficult step. Building and maintaining a positive therapeutic relationship based on trust and confidence is essential in interaction with my clients.
Growth Opportunity Center is a caring and responsive mental health therapy practice providing comprehensive psychotherapy and psychiatric services to the community both in-person and through telehealth. Our staff of expert therapists will help you manage struggles and reach your fullest potential. GOC has been successfully serving individuals and families in the Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia county communities for over 50 years and have recently been awarded "Best Of Bucks" Mental Health Practice! We welcome you to reach out to learn more about us!
Growth Opportunity Center is a caring and responsive mental health therapy practice providing comprehensive psychotherapy and psychiatric services to the community both in-person and through telehealth. Our staff of expert therapists will help you manage struggles and reach your fullest potential. GOC has been successfully serving individuals and families in the Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia county communities for over 50 years and have recently been awarded "Best Of Bucks" Mental Health Practice! We welcome you to reach out to learn more about us!
I work with children, adolescents, and families in the following areas: enhance academic achievement, enhance communication, ADHD, Behavioral Issues, Conduct Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conflict Resolution, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Peer Pressure, Setting Limits for Internet & Technology Use, Improving Self Esteem & Self Confidence, & Autistic Spectrum Disorders
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families. I have extensive experience in improving the relationship between parent and child through enhanced familial communication. My intent is to enhance your child's level of motivation, increase academic achievement, increase their level of comfort within social environments, and strengthen relationships with friends and family. My intent is to empower children. I see children and parents as co-collaborators in treatment. Therapy offers new resources and can give children and families new skills and perspectives to improve the quality of their daily life and their relationships.
I work with children, adolescents, and families in the following areas: enhance academic achievement, enhance communication, ADHD, Behavioral Issues, Conduct Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conflict Resolution, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Peer Pressure, Setting Limits for Internet & Technology Use, Improving Self Esteem & Self Confidence, & Autistic Spectrum Disorders
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families. I have extensive experience in improving the relationship between parent and child through enhanced familial communication. My intent is to enhance your child's level of motivation, increase academic achievement, increase their level of comfort within social environments, and strengthen relationships with friends and family. My intent is to empower children. I see children and parents as co-collaborators in treatment. Therapy offers new resources and can give children and families new skills and perspectives to improve the quality of their daily life and their relationships.
Overwhelming worry and stress seem to follow you everywhere. You struggle to maintain focus, make decisions, and let go of things. Constant overthinking depletes your energy, leaving you irritable, restless, and on edge. The more this persists, the more dejected and hopeless you feel about it ever changing. You have tried coping on your own, but solutions that used to work no longer seem to help. You dream of a happier life – free from worry, present in the moment, and optimistic about the future – and wonder if it is possible. I know what these struggles are like, and I can help you restore hope in yourself.
Overwhelming worry and stress seem to follow you everywhere. You struggle to maintain focus, make decisions, and let go of things. Constant overthinking depletes your energy, leaving you irritable, restless, and on edge. The more this persists, the more dejected and hopeless you feel about it ever changing. You have tried coping on your own, but solutions that used to work no longer seem to help. You dream of a happier life – free from worry, present in the moment, and optimistic about the future – and wonder if it is possible. I know what these struggles are like, and I can help you restore hope in yourself.
Whether you are getting ready to be a first time parent or have five kids, motherhood is not easy and getting support is essential. Stress can start from the time you first try to conceive and continue all throughout your parenting journey.
Whether you are getting ready to be a first time parent or have five kids, motherhood is not easy and getting support is essential. Stress can start from the time you first try to conceive and continue all throughout your parenting journey.
My ideal client is you – you who are seeking therapy in order to work on or change something or you who are feeling misunderstood or disconnected with others or the world around you. This may be due to trauma, anxiety, or depression or maybe something that you have a different word for – or don’t know the word for it. I can help. We can create goals together to work on as a team in order to make the changes you want.
My ideal client is you – you who are seeking therapy in order to work on or change something or you who are feeling misunderstood or disconnected with others or the world around you. This may be due to trauma, anxiety, or depression or maybe something that you have a different word for – or don’t know the word for it. I can help. We can create goals together to work on as a team in order to make the changes you want.
As a trauma-informed and EMDR-trained therapist, I help clients break free from the burdens of their past to foster healing and growth. With a deep understanding of how trauma affects both mind and body, I work with children, adolescents, and adults to uncover the roots of their struggles and empower them to move forward with resilience.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process, providing a compassionate and non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard.
As a trauma-informed and EMDR-trained therapist, I help clients break free from the burdens of their past to foster healing and growth. With a deep understanding of how trauma affects both mind and body, I work with children, adolescents, and adults to uncover the roots of their struggles and empower them to move forward with resilience.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process, providing a compassionate and non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard.
I creatively integrate positive psychology with a holistic spiritual approach to enhance healing and growth for individuals, couples and families. My holistic approach includes an in-depth evaluation to uncover and treat conditions that standard medical practice often overlooks. This includes psychological, social, physical, medical conditions, nutrition, lifestyle changes, vitamins and supplements that are researched and found to safely improve wellness.
I creatively integrate positive psychology with a holistic spiritual approach to enhance healing and growth for individuals, couples and families. My holistic approach includes an in-depth evaluation to uncover and treat conditions that standard medical practice often overlooks. This includes psychological, social, physical, medical conditions, nutrition, lifestyle changes, vitamins and supplements that are researched and found to safely improve wellness.
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I am a Licensed Practicing Counselor with over 9 years of experience, and I am passionate about working with people, especially autistic individuals.
Throughout my career, I have primarily worked with children, including my work in Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS) and family-based therapy. I also participated in the Intensive Family Coaching Program, which includes parent-child interaction therapy conducted in the home. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, tailored to you.
I am a Licensed Practicing Counselor with over 9 years of experience, and I am passionate about working with people, especially autistic individuals.
Throughout my career, I have primarily worked with children, including my work in Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS) and family-based therapy. I also participated in the Intensive Family Coaching Program, which includes parent-child interaction therapy conducted in the home. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, tailored to you.
It's good to virtually meet you! Have you ever felt outcast from those around you, or less than others based on the intersectionality of your identities and how you present yourself? You may feel that nobody will understand that coming out later in life is possible- you are not alone. I am a non-binary, pan, ace, AuDHD, and disabled therapist, as my lived experience. When you come to see me, you will be met with non-judgment, empathy, understanding, and compassion. You are always welcome to come as you are. Outside the zoom room I love nature, dance, and fostering animals!
It's good to virtually meet you! Have you ever felt outcast from those around you, or less than others based on the intersectionality of your identities and how you present yourself? You may feel that nobody will understand that coming out later in life is possible- you are not alone. I am a non-binary, pan, ace, AuDHD, and disabled therapist, as my lived experience. When you come to see me, you will be met with non-judgment, empathy, understanding, and compassion. You are always welcome to come as you are. Outside the zoom room I love nature, dance, and fostering animals!
We also offer neuro-affirming Autism & ADHD assessments.
You're not alone on this journey. You want to be seen, heard, and truly understood. You want help with navigating life's challenges. Our straightforward approach ensures that your time and resources are valued. You deserve compassionate, ethical, inclusive, neuro-affirming and effective therapy. In sessions the focus will be entirely on you with support to help you to express your authentic self and to explore the things you've kept hidden. Together, we’ll uncover insights, address challenges and foster meaningful change. Let’s embark on this healing journey where your voice and identities matters and your growth is our priority.
We also offer neuro-affirming Autism & ADHD assessments.
You're not alone on this journey. You want to be seen, heard, and truly understood. You want help with navigating life's challenges. Our straightforward approach ensures that your time and resources are valued. You deserve compassionate, ethical, inclusive, neuro-affirming and effective therapy. In sessions the focus will be entirely on you with support to help you to express your authentic self and to explore the things you've kept hidden. Together, we’ll uncover insights, address challenges and foster meaningful change. Let’s embark on this healing journey where your voice and identities matters and your growth is our priority.
Our ideal clients are autistic teens and adults—and their families—seeking clarity, independence, and confidence.
Through personalized coaching, we help clients set and achieve goals, improve daily functioning, and navigate life transitions. We also support families and professionals to better understand and guide their autistic loved ones or clients toward lasting success.
Our ideal clients are autistic teens and adults—and their families—seeking clarity, independence, and confidence.
Through personalized coaching, we help clients set and achieve goals, improve daily functioning, and navigate life transitions. We also support families and professionals to better understand and guide their autistic loved ones or clients toward lasting success.
I am queer identifying and have a love for working with the LBGTQIA+ community, ADHD/ autism eating disorders, and grief.
Hi there! Are you looking to start your therapeutic journey? It can feel scary and out of our comfort zones to ask for help, but I commend you for doing so. I strive to make therapy a safe space where you feel supported to learn about yourself and grow/heal in any way you find necessary. I approach the counseling relationship from a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental, and compassionate viewpoint. I understand that trauma impacts us all differently, therefore I am mindful to operate through a trauma-informed lens as we all come from different walks of life with different worldviews & experiences.
I am queer identifying and have a love for working with the LBGTQIA+ community, ADHD/ autism eating disorders, and grief.
Hi there! Are you looking to start your therapeutic journey? It can feel scary and out of our comfort zones to ask for help, but I commend you for doing so. I strive to make therapy a safe space where you feel supported to learn about yourself and grow/heal in any way you find necessary. I approach the counseling relationship from a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental, and compassionate viewpoint. I understand that trauma impacts us all differently, therefore I am mindful to operate through a trauma-informed lens as we all come from different walks of life with different worldviews & experiences.
I offer the following services: Individual and family therapy for children and adolescents, treatment for children with autism and other special needs based upon the principles of DIR/ Floortime, Facilitated play dates to improve social skills, Parent coaching and assistance and school consultation/IEP development.
Are you worried about your child's development? Is he/she struggling in social, emotional and/or academic areas? Is discipline a problem? I am a Psychologist with 25 years of experience in helping children and families flourish and I am confident that I can help. Parenting is probably the most challenging thing we will ever do and there is no "how to" book that could possibly cover the complexity of situations that arise. When our children struggle to meet the demands of our world, assistance may be needed.
I offer the following services: Individual and family therapy for children and adolescents, treatment for children with autism and other special needs based upon the principles of DIR/ Floortime, Facilitated play dates to improve social skills, Parent coaching and assistance and school consultation/IEP development.
Are you worried about your child's development? Is he/she struggling in social, emotional and/or academic areas? Is discipline a problem? I am a Psychologist with 25 years of experience in helping children and families flourish and I am confident that I can help. Parenting is probably the most challenging thing we will ever do and there is no "how to" book that could possibly cover the complexity of situations that arise. When our children struggle to meet the demands of our world, assistance may be needed.
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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.