Autism Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
I specialize in working with folks who are neurodivergent, neurospicy, neurocurious, and/or autistic, as well as those who are processing trauma or grief.
No matter what brings you in, I offer a safe space to be heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, give your space to feel and heal, brainstorm changes that can enrich your life, and help you cultivate a deeper sense of self love and acceptance.
I specialize in working with folks who are neurodivergent, neurospicy, neurocurious, and/or autistic, as well as those who are processing trauma or grief.
No matter what brings you in, I offer a safe space to be heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, give your space to feel and heal, brainstorm changes that can enrich your life, and help you cultivate a deeper sense of self love and acceptance.
I'm passionate about working with queer and trans folks, men seeking a healthy masculinity, neurodivergent folks, therapists, and those in caregiving roles.
I believe therapy can be a shelter in an increasingly turbulent world. A place to slow down, catch your breath, and explore the experiences that shape you. Our work together is collaborative and insight-oriented, helping you understand who you are and how you got here, reflect on what is working in your life and what you want to change. My style is warm, attuned, and nonjudgmental, creating a space where we can explore difficult or tender experiences with gentleness and care. Together we will uncover areas for healing, examine survival strategies that no longer serve you, and develop more authentic and sustainable ways of being.
I'm passionate about working with queer and trans folks, men seeking a healthy masculinity, neurodivergent folks, therapists, and those in caregiving roles.
I believe therapy can be a shelter in an increasingly turbulent world. A place to slow down, catch your breath, and explore the experiences that shape you. Our work together is collaborative and insight-oriented, helping you understand who you are and how you got here, reflect on what is working in your life and what you want to change. My style is warm, attuned, and nonjudgmental, creating a space where we can explore difficult or tender experiences with gentleness and care. Together we will uncover areas for healing, examine survival strategies that no longer serve you, and develop more authentic and sustainable ways of being.
I’ve worked with lots of autistic & queer people and generally am accepting and curious about the many ways different minds work.
I’m clear about the limits of therapy, how a lot of our pain comes from living in a pretty brutal society. But within that truth there is always room to explore: what can we change? What patterns are we stuck in that feel inevitable, but don’t have to be? I’ll create space, ask questions, and share reflections that help you experience yourself in ways that are hard to do alone. Over time, your relationship with yourself might get more curious, compassionate, honest, & aware - and that’s where things start to shift.
I’ve worked with lots of autistic & queer people and generally am accepting and curious about the many ways different minds work.
I’m clear about the limits of therapy, how a lot of our pain comes from living in a pretty brutal society. But within that truth there is always room to explore: what can we change? What patterns are we stuck in that feel inevitable, but don’t have to be? I’ll create space, ask questions, and share reflections that help you experience yourself in ways that are hard to do alone. Over time, your relationship with yourself might get more curious, compassionate, honest, & aware - and that’s where things start to shift.
I utilize evidenced based practices that are geared towards ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, complex-trauma, emotional dysregulation, and mood disorders.
My approach is grounded in understanding, respect, and a deep commitment to creating a non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely to explore the challenges you're facing and make lasting change. I utilize a trauma-informed and intersectional conscious lens while utilizing interventions from DBT, EMDR, CBT, ACT, and IFS modalities.
I utilize evidenced based practices that are geared towards ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, complex-trauma, emotional dysregulation, and mood disorders.
My approach is grounded in understanding, respect, and a deep commitment to creating a non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely to explore the challenges you're facing and make lasting change. I utilize a trauma-informed and intersectional conscious lens while utilizing interventions from DBT, EMDR, CBT, ACT, and IFS modalities.
Grace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ESFT
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19129
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I am a trans-affirming and neurodivergent-affirming therapist who specializes in working with teen, young adult, and family clients around symptoms of depression, Autism, gender dysphoria, and trauma.
In my therapy space, I aim to create a warm and open environment to explore your strengths and needs. I enjoy bringing my full personality into the therapy space through humor, reflection, and self-awareness. I am a fierce advocate for my clients and strive to reconnect them with their families (biological, adoptive, and found) and communities.
Hi, I am a trans-affirming and neurodivergent-affirming therapist who specializes in working with teen, young adult, and family clients around symptoms of depression, Autism, gender dysphoria, and trauma.
In my therapy space, I aim to create a warm and open environment to explore your strengths and needs. I enjoy bringing my full personality into the therapy space through humor, reflection, and self-awareness. I am a fierce advocate for my clients and strive to reconnect them with their families (biological, adoptive, and found) and communities.
Emily Sheehan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MT-BC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Each of us deserves to develop a rich, full understanding of ourselves and our fluctuations. While the process of self-inquiry can be challenging, I hold the space to safely explore aspects of self that might feel uncomfortable, with the goal of finding deep affirming connection to self and others. As a licensed professional counselor, I collaborate with individuals and couples to cultivate increased self-awareness and self-acceptance while building tools to better cope with life’s challenges. I do not work with AI and own my private practice, which is not supported by any venture capital.
Each of us deserves to develop a rich, full understanding of ourselves and our fluctuations. While the process of self-inquiry can be challenging, I hold the space to safely explore aspects of self that might feel uncomfortable, with the goal of finding deep affirming connection to self and others. As a licensed professional counselor, I collaborate with individuals and couples to cultivate increased self-awareness and self-acceptance while building tools to better cope with life’s challenges. I do not work with AI and own my private practice, which is not supported by any venture capital.
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Trauma, Autism, and Depression counseling.
As a licensed professional counselor, I specialize in Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, Depression, Neurodivergence and Trauma counseling with strategies and tools to get real results for people in and outside of therapy.
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Trauma, Autism, and Depression counseling.
As a licensed professional counselor, I specialize in Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, Depression, Neurodivergence and Trauma counseling with strategies and tools to get real results for people in and outside of therapy.
I also work with neurodivergent individuals, those looking to improve emotional communication, and twins navigating the unique dynamics of their relationships and identities.
My approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, and rooted in humanistic values. I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel empowered to explore your feelings, experiences, and identity. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and I work collaboratively with you to foster self-discovery, healing, and growth.
I also work with neurodivergent individuals, those looking to improve emotional communication, and twins navigating the unique dynamics of their relationships and identities.
My approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, and rooted in humanistic values. I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel empowered to explore your feelings, experiences, and identity. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and I work collaboratively with you to foster self-discovery, healing, and growth.
I specialize in counseling for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, and Trauma.
As a licensed professional counselor, I specialize in Anxiety, Autism, Depression, ADHD, and Trauma therapy, with strategies and tools to get real results for people in and outside of therapy. This is a safe and open-minded space for minorities, peole of color, and the LGBTQ+ community.
I specialize in counseling for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, and Trauma.
As a licensed professional counselor, I specialize in Anxiety, Autism, Depression, ADHD, and Trauma therapy, with strategies and tools to get real results for people in and outside of therapy. This is a safe and open-minded space for minorities, peole of color, and the LGBTQ+ community.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Autism ( ASD).
My name is Michael, and I am the owner of the Behavior & Counseling Center, as well as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with individuals who find themselves dealing with the same challenges repeatedly—whether that’s anxiety, repetitive thinking patterns, or getting stuck in your own head. Many are doing well on the outside, but internally feel frustrated, drained, or unsure why things aren’t improving. They’ve often been managing things on their own for a while and are ready to understand what’s actually driving it.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Autism ( ASD).
My name is Michael, and I am the owner of the Behavior & Counseling Center, as well as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with individuals who find themselves dealing with the same challenges repeatedly—whether that’s anxiety, repetitive thinking patterns, or getting stuck in your own head. Many are doing well on the outside, but internally feel frustrated, drained, or unsure why things aren’t improving. They’ve often been managing things on their own for a while and are ready to understand what’s actually driving it.
This would include dual diagnosed adults (those with an ASD and/or an IDD diagnosis in addition to a mental health diagnosis) as well as those adults who were not diagnosed as neurodivergent until later in life.
When navigating coping skills around anxiety, depression, or stress, Sam will often use several different tools in an ever-growing toolbox. These may include reviewing daily routines (exercise, sleep hygiene), mindful techniques (breathing skills), reading and journal prompts, or possibly using therapeutic games.
This would include dual diagnosed adults (those with an ASD and/or an IDD diagnosis in addition to a mental health diagnosis) as well as those adults who were not diagnosed as neurodivergent until later in life.
When navigating coping skills around anxiety, depression, or stress, Sam will often use several different tools in an ever-growing toolbox. These may include reviewing daily routines (exercise, sleep hygiene), mindful techniques (breathing skills), reading and journal prompts, or possibly using therapeutic games.
I work with individuals, families, couples or groups, from middle school age through adulthood, to address issues related to learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorder, autism spectrum, depression, anxiety, social skills, and others.
While I have experience working with adults, my background in School Psychology allows me to fully appreciate the challenges unique to the lives of children, and how those issues affect their school lives, behaviorally, academically, and socially. I am extremely comfortable collaborating with school staff, parents and other caregivers.
I work with individuals, families, couples or groups, from middle school age through adulthood, to address issues related to learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorder, autism spectrum, depression, anxiety, social skills, and others.
While I have experience working with adults, my background in School Psychology allows me to fully appreciate the challenges unique to the lives of children, and how those issues affect their school lives, behaviorally, academically, and socially. I am extremely comfortable collaborating with school staff, parents and other caregivers.
I work with children, teenagers, and adults to assess for Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, social/emotional difficulties, and more.
For those currently feeling challenged by school, work, relationships, anxiety, executive functioning, or mood regulation, an accurate assessment can provide appropriate diagnoses, treatment plans, and a deeper self-understanding. Life's challenges are complex and knowing how to navigate them can be overwhelming. I conduct comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations to empower individuals and families. In addition to evaluations, I provide individual therapy to address difficulties in areas including (but not limited to) anxiety, relationships, social skills, and executive functioning.
I work with children, teenagers, and adults to assess for Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, social/emotional difficulties, and more.
For those currently feeling challenged by school, work, relationships, anxiety, executive functioning, or mood regulation, an accurate assessment can provide appropriate diagnoses, treatment plans, and a deeper self-understanding. Life's challenges are complex and knowing how to navigate them can be overwhelming. I conduct comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations to empower individuals and families. In addition to evaluations, I provide individual therapy to address difficulties in areas including (but not limited to) anxiety, relationships, social skills, and executive functioning.
A late ADHD or autism diagnosis often brings relief and grief at once.
Therapy here supports the brain, body, and relationship you have right now. We map your real energy and sensory limits today, not what you managed five years ago. Individually, we name the exhausting ways you've masked and build low-energy routines. In couples work, we translate between neurotypes and break cycles of chronic miscommunication.
A late ADHD or autism diagnosis often brings relief and grief at once.
Therapy here supports the brain, body, and relationship you have right now. We map your real energy and sensory limits today, not what you managed five years ago. Individually, we name the exhausting ways you've masked and build low-energy routines. In couples work, we translate between neurotypes and break cycles of chronic miscommunication.
I believe in the healing power of psychotherapy. I understand that the process might be a long one. If I take on a client, I am in it for the entire journey. Whether you facing questions about your relationship or your life path, psychotherapy can lead you towards authentic answers. I am able to use myself, along with the therapeutic relationship to allow you to find ways to live more fully. I am comfortable working to help you access the parts of yourself that feel both scary and powerful. I find that I am particularly skilled at working at the intersection of neurodivergence and queerness.
I believe in the healing power of psychotherapy. I understand that the process might be a long one. If I take on a client, I am in it for the entire journey. Whether you facing questions about your relationship or your life path, psychotherapy can lead you towards authentic answers. I am able to use myself, along with the therapeutic relationship to allow you to find ways to live more fully. I am comfortable working to help you access the parts of yourself that feel both scary and powerful. I find that I am particularly skilled at working at the intersection of neurodivergence and queerness.
I believe that radical change is always possible - and maybe even unavoidable. When you’re suffering, it can feel like things will stay the same forever. However, I believe therapy can be a place to rewrite old stories and come into self-understanding that is more hopeful, expansive, and true. Our relationship is at the core of the work for me, and I am committed to building our space together with warmth and patience.
I believe that radical change is always possible - and maybe even unavoidable. When you’re suffering, it can feel like things will stay the same forever. However, I believe therapy can be a place to rewrite old stories and come into self-understanding that is more hopeful, expansive, and true. Our relationship is at the core of the work for me, and I am committed to building our space together with warmth and patience.
I work with many LGBTQ+ and late diagnosed neurodivergent adults juggling far too much.
Welcome in! I'm Sage (they/them), a queer, non-binary, AuDHD therapist supporting LGBTQ+ adults navigating PTSD, OCD, and neurodivergence. No masks needed here — therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and judgment-free. I'm passionate about helping late-diagnosed AuDHD adults, those healing from religious trauma, and kink, poly, and sex workers find affirming care. Helping other helpers is especially close to my heart — you're used to holding everything together, and you deserve support too. Fun fact: I started an animal rescue, which fuels my dedication in preventing burnout and compassion fatigue for other helpers.
I work with many LGBTQ+ and late diagnosed neurodivergent adults juggling far too much.
Welcome in! I'm Sage (they/them), a queer, non-binary, AuDHD therapist supporting LGBTQ+ adults navigating PTSD, OCD, and neurodivergence. No masks needed here — therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and judgment-free. I'm passionate about helping late-diagnosed AuDHD adults, those healing from religious trauma, and kink, poly, and sex workers find affirming care. Helping other helpers is especially close to my heart — you're used to holding everything together, and you deserve support too. Fun fact: I started an animal rescue, which fuels my dedication in preventing burnout and compassion fatigue for other helpers.
As a counselor, the majority of my work has focused on helping people navigate not only depression or anxiety, but also trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, neurodivergent issues (i.e. Autism Spectrum, ADHD), existential/spiritual concerns, and personal growth and development.
The clients I work with most often are those who struggle with "angst," or those who think deeply about life yet continue to struggle to find happiness or purpose in the modern world. In the first session, people working with me should expect that we will essentially just get to know each other. We may not start "therapy" in the first one or two sessions that we meet with each other, but I want to make sure I genuinely know you before diving into any type of therapy. It is ok if we don't get to the "deepest" or "hardest" moments of your life in our first session. I mostly want to know what you want out of therapy!
As a counselor, the majority of my work has focused on helping people navigate not only depression or anxiety, but also trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, neurodivergent issues (i.e. Autism Spectrum, ADHD), existential/spiritual concerns, and personal growth and development.
The clients I work with most often are those who struggle with "angst," or those who think deeply about life yet continue to struggle to find happiness or purpose in the modern world. In the first session, people working with me should expect that we will essentially just get to know each other. We may not start "therapy" in the first one or two sessions that we meet with each other, but I want to make sure I genuinely know you before diving into any type of therapy. It is ok if we don't get to the "deepest" or "hardest" moments of your life in our first session. I mostly want to know what you want out of therapy!
I'm Sarah, and I help Neurodivergent kids and teens feel more confident in their skin.
Therapy is an investment and I want to make sure session time is used effectively. My clients generally want to learn how to communicate and regulate their emotions, and learn social skills they can use to make friends and thrive in social environments. I also work with parents to develop tools and skills they can use at home to support their child.
I'm Sarah, and I help Neurodivergent kids and teens feel more confident in their skin.
Therapy is an investment and I want to make sure session time is used effectively. My clients generally want to learn how to communicate and regulate their emotions, and learn social skills they can use to make friends and thrive in social environments. I also work with parents to develop tools and skills they can use at home to support their child.
I have over 10 years of clinical experience working primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and selective mutism.
I'm now excited to bring this experience to my own private practice, where I can focus on providing thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to each individual and family. In my free time, I enjoy singing, playing golf, going out to eat, and spending time with my fiancé and 4-year-old rescue chihuahua-mix, Nugget.
I have over 10 years of clinical experience working primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and selective mutism.
I'm now excited to bring this experience to my own private practice, where I can focus on providing thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to each individual and family. In my free time, I enjoy singing, playing golf, going out to eat, and spending time with my fiancé and 4-year-old rescue chihuahua-mix, Nugget.
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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.