Autism Therapists in East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN
Kirsten Cannon
Licensed Professional Counselor, SEP, CEDS, LPCMHSP, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
I am a neurodivergent, queer, weight-inclusive therapist practicing with compassion and a sense of humor.
I am here to help you attune to what you need, accept yourself unconditionally, and set boundaries without guilt. Some of my main focus areas are: trauma, neurodivergence, anxiety, sexual shame, purity culture recovery, extreme self-criticism, attachment wounds, eating disorders, perfectionism, and chronic people-pleasing.
I am a neurodivergent, queer, weight-inclusive therapist practicing with compassion and a sense of humor.
I am here to help you attune to what you need, accept yourself unconditionally, and set boundaries without guilt. Some of my main focus areas are: trauma, neurodivergence, anxiety, sexual shame, purity culture recovery, extreme self-criticism, attachment wounds, eating disorders, perfectionism, and chronic people-pleasing.
My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.
My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.
Forward Counseling of the Mid South
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, PMHNP, LMFT
2 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Are you looking for personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidence-based interventions to move our clients toward their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually or in the office. To get started, call or complete a contact form on our site at forwardcounseling.com/contact or bit.ly/newclientcontactform
Are you looking for personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidence-based interventions to move our clients toward their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually or in the office. To get started, call or complete a contact form on our site at forwardcounseling.com/contact or bit.ly/newclientcontactform
Chelsea Prince
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience supporting adults and teens as they navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience supporting adults and teens as they navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies.
I am a National Board Certified Counselor, ADHD Clinical Specialist, and Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I approach clients as uniquely beautiful and gifted and work to assist clients in overcoming barriers that prevent them from embracing their innate strengths. I affirm all gender identities, religions, disabilities, ethnicities, and cultures and encourage clients to find healing within each aspect of their person. Life can be exhilarating and shattering, pleasant and painful, beautiful and horrific. All emotions tell us something about ourselves and our circumstances. All emotions are good and should be handled with care, because they are the forces that lead us to ourselves.
I am a National Board Certified Counselor, ADHD Clinical Specialist, and Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I approach clients as uniquely beautiful and gifted and work to assist clients in overcoming barriers that prevent them from embracing their innate strengths. I affirm all gender identities, religions, disabilities, ethnicities, and cultures and encourage clients to find healing within each aspect of their person. Life can be exhilarating and shattering, pleasant and painful, beautiful and horrific. All emotions tell us something about ourselves and our circumstances. All emotions are good and should be handled with care, because they are the forces that lead us to ourselves.
Grayce Turman
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Finding the right support for yourself, your child, or your teen can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I provide a safe, compassionate space where individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences while developing the skills they need to thrive. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties.
Finding the right support for yourself, your child, or your teen can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I provide a safe, compassionate space where individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences while developing the skills they need to thrive. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties.
Nikii Richey
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP, (t)
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38112
Healing is a journey, not an event, and it starts by forging a new path, doing things differently.
I believe we are a collection of our experiences. We learn to change our actions or suppress our feelings to fit the expectations of others. Sometimes, the culmination of these experiences can leave us feeling unbalanced, not ourselves. In these seasons of uncertainty, we yearn for change but aren’t sure how to make that happen.
Healing is a journey, not an event, and it starts by forging a new path, doing things differently.
I believe we are a collection of our experiences. We learn to change our actions or suppress our feelings to fit the expectations of others. Sometimes, the culmination of these experiences can leave us feeling unbalanced, not ourselves. In these seasons of uncertainty, we yearn for change but aren’t sure how to make that happen.
Venisha Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Have stressful life events left you feeling tired, anxious, or overwhelmed? Have you tried to make changes, but nothing seems to work? Is your child struggling with their identity, managing intense emotions, or expressing their needs? If so, I am here to help. My current treatment focuses/ training are for perinatal mental health, and Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT). I'm passionate about working with the BIPOC population, LGBTQ+ population, teens, & young adults as they learn how to navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I'm dedicated to working with people from diverse backgrounds and walks of life.
Have stressful life events left you feeling tired, anxious, or overwhelmed? Have you tried to make changes, but nothing seems to work? Is your child struggling with their identity, managing intense emotions, or expressing their needs? If so, I am here to help. My current treatment focuses/ training are for perinatal mental health, and Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT). I'm passionate about working with the BIPOC population, LGBTQ+ population, teens, & young adults as they learn how to navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I'm dedicated to working with people from diverse backgrounds and walks of life.
Shelby Kristafer Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS/EdS
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Life can be tiring and exhausting. Sometimes it can feel like we're underwater and there's no light at the end of this tunnel. When we're having strong thoughts we can't seem to shake, it's truly just peace we're looking for and I hope to help you find that.
Life can be tiring and exhausting. Sometimes it can feel like we're underwater and there's no light at the end of this tunnel. When we're having strong thoughts we can't seem to shake, it's truly just peace we're looking for and I hope to help you find that.
Katherine Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, MHSP
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Hi there! I am a counselor who works with clients ages 13+ and am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, self-esteem, anger management, and transition issues. I also have specialized training and experience working with older adults with dementia and other cognitive and age-related changes. Additionally, I see teenagers and adults of all ages who identify as LGBTQIA+ and am well-versed in helping clients who are questioning their identities, beginning the coming-out process, and/or transitioning. I am included as a recommended specialist for transgender mental health in the local OUTMemphis Resource Guide.
Hi there! I am a counselor who works with clients ages 13+ and am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, self-esteem, anger management, and transition issues. I also have specialized training and experience working with older adults with dementia and other cognitive and age-related changes. Additionally, I see teenagers and adults of all ages who identify as LGBTQIA+ and am well-versed in helping clients who are questioning their identities, beginning the coming-out process, and/or transitioning. I am included as a recommended specialist for transgender mental health in the local OUTMemphis Resource Guide.
Being seen and heard are gifts that many of us have not consistently received throughout our lives. These gifts are essential to our humanity—they allow us to experience fullness, wholeness, and a steady sense of self. When we experience ruptures or traumas—whether with society, others, or ourselves—it’s often because we’ve been reduced to parts, rather than being seen and understood as our full selves. We may even begin to believe that this fragmentation is all we are worth, or we may fall into the trap of living in scarcity, convinced that we don’t deserve abundance. Yet, deep within, we know we were meant for more.
Being seen and heard are gifts that many of us have not consistently received throughout our lives. These gifts are essential to our humanity—they allow us to experience fullness, wholeness, and a steady sense of self. When we experience ruptures or traumas—whether with society, others, or ourselves—it’s often because we’ve been reduced to parts, rather than being seen and understood as our full selves. We may even begin to believe that this fragmentation is all we are worth, or we may fall into the trap of living in scarcity, convinced that we don’t deserve abundance. Yet, deep within, we know we were meant for more.
Leslie Oattis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, RPT
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Every journey begins with a single step. You are taking that first courageous step right now. Do you envision a better relationship with your child or long for your family to have fun together again? You might wonder what it would be like to see more smiles and laughter and experience less crying and fighting in your home. I can help you to move from chaos to calm. My expertise in working with children and families can help you achieve your goals.
Every journey begins with a single step. You are taking that first courageous step right now. Do you envision a better relationship with your child or long for your family to have fun together again? You might wonder what it would be like to see more smiles and laughter and experience less crying and fighting in your home. I can help you to move from chaos to calm. My expertise in working with children and families can help you achieve your goals.
Amy L Bohannan
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MHSP, LBA
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38157
I work with a variety of different presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, intrapersonal and interpersonal struggles, and stress management. My clinical interests are in family of origin, attachment issues, and working with athletes. I work from a psychodynamic, person-centered approach and integrate different modalities based on individual need to meet you where you are at to help facilitate change and reach your goals. Through building a compassionate, authentic, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, my clients can feel safe and vulnerable to discuss their deepest struggles.
I work with a variety of different presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, intrapersonal and interpersonal struggles, and stress management. My clinical interests are in family of origin, attachment issues, and working with athletes. I work from a psychodynamic, person-centered approach and integrate different modalities based on individual need to meet you where you are at to help facilitate change and reach your goals. Through building a compassionate, authentic, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, my clients can feel safe and vulnerable to discuss their deepest struggles.
Lee Mauney MS LPC (TN,AR) (Last name pronounced, “Mooney”) I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of (L.P.C.) with over 30 years of experience working many cultures in multiple settings. I believe in helping clients to find one’s own internal healer, to rediscover their inner strengths, and empowering them to improve their mental balance while helping them clarifying their existential journey. My therapeutic focus is client centered with an emphasis on educating clients to improve their lives through empowerment to become independent and continue their inner growth.
Lee Mauney MS LPC (TN,AR) (Last name pronounced, “Mooney”) I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of (L.P.C.) with over 30 years of experience working many cultures in multiple settings. I believe in helping clients to find one’s own internal healer, to rediscover their inner strengths, and empowering them to improve their mental balance while helping them clarifying their existential journey. My therapeutic focus is client centered with an emphasis on educating clients to improve their lives through empowerment to become independent and continue their inner growth.
James R Coffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, ThM, DMin, LMFT, LPC, (MHSP)
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38111
I am a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Therapist who is also licensed as a Professional Counselor (Mental Health Service Provider) and as a Marital and Family Therapist. I have worked with diverse populations of individuals, couples and families for 30 years--as an executive director and therapist in medical settings, in two pastoral counseling centers, and now in an independent practice. With families I am committed to helping them address the challenges of staying connected and in communication.. With individuals I seek to understand barriers to healthy intentions, the failures one feels, and I become an active ally to change one's unhappy direction..
I am a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Therapist who is also licensed as a Professional Counselor (Mental Health Service Provider) and as a Marital and Family Therapist. I have worked with diverse populations of individuals, couples and families for 30 years--as an executive director and therapist in medical settings, in two pastoral counseling centers, and now in an independent practice. With families I am committed to helping them address the challenges of staying connected and in communication.. With individuals I seek to understand barriers to healthy intentions, the failures one feels, and I become an active ally to change one's unhappy direction..
Dr. Marlo Zarzaur Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, MHSP
Serves Area
My areas of specialty include but are not limited to the treatment of: Anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, ADHD, behavioral Issues, learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents ages 2-25 years old who are struggling with emotional and behavioral issues at home or school. It has been my honor for the past 28 years to work as a clinician with children and their parents as they navigate life.
My areas of specialty include but are not limited to the treatment of: Anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, ADHD, behavioral Issues, learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents ages 2-25 years old who are struggling with emotional and behavioral issues at home or school. It has been my honor for the past 28 years to work as a clinician with children and their parents as they navigate life.
I am an LPC-MHSP who has experience in helping children, teenagers, and adults that are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
I work to help clients with gaining self-understanding, emotional regulation techniques, coping skills, and the confidence to use these skills in their daily lives.
I am an LPC-MHSP who has experience in helping children, teenagers, and adults that are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
I work to help clients with gaining self-understanding, emotional regulation techniques, coping skills, and the confidence to use these skills in their daily lives.
I hold certifications in EMDR, Eating Disorders, Safe and Sound Protocol, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Trauma Conscious Yoga, and I am pursuing a PhD in psychophysiology. What this all means to you is that I know how to help you make changes by utilizing a holistic approach to therapy.
I hold certifications in EMDR, Eating Disorders, Safe and Sound Protocol, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Trauma Conscious Yoga, and I am pursuing a PhD in psychophysiology. What this all means to you is that I know how to help you make changes by utilizing a holistic approach to therapy.
Todays world is often stressful, overwhelming and difficult to manage. Adults, adolescents and children face many stressors and often need a safe place to talk and work through the difficult time in their life. Counseling at Journey To New Beginnings helps children, adolescents and adults reach the happiness and success they deserve and desire. Client success is our main goal. At Journey To New Beginnings, our mission is to assist individuals, couples and families in transforming their lives and creating new beginnings.
Todays world is often stressful, overwhelming and difficult to manage. Adults, adolescents and children face many stressors and often need a safe place to talk and work through the difficult time in their life. Counseling at Journey To New Beginnings helps children, adolescents and adults reach the happiness and success they deserve and desire. Client success is our main goal. At Journey To New Beginnings, our mission is to assist individuals, couples and families in transforming their lives and creating new beginnings.
I help people who feel trapped in their own lives—those struggling with depression, unprocessed trauma, and the weight of critical messages they've internalized. My clients often find it difficult to manage daily life and recognize their worth. They may feel unseen and unheard or need help in forging a path back to safety and wellness.
I help people who feel trapped in their own lives—those struggling with depression, unprocessed trauma, and the weight of critical messages they've internalized. My clients often find it difficult to manage daily life and recognize their worth. They may feel unseen and unheard or need help in forging a path back to safety and wellness.
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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.