Autism Therapists in Dallas, TX
Autism?
The Center testing team is highly qualified and experienced, specializing in various areas of mental health and education to ensure you receive accurate diagnoses and an effective treatment plan. They have a deep understanding of the latest assessment tools and techniques to provide accurate and reliable results. Our therapists offer personalized treatment plans that cater to each client's unique needs and goals. Using a client-centered approach empowers clients to take an active role in their treatment. We work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies for overcoming their challenges and achieving their goals.
Autism?
The Center testing team is highly qualified and experienced, specializing in various areas of mental health and education to ensure you receive accurate diagnoses and an effective treatment plan. They have a deep understanding of the latest assessment tools and techniques to provide accurate and reliable results. Our therapists offer personalized treatment plans that cater to each client's unique needs and goals. Using a client-centered approach empowers clients to take an active role in their treatment. We work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies for overcoming their challenges and achieving their goals.
I have experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment-related stress, autism spectrum disorder, and ADHD.
I specialize in identifying and supporting autism presentations across the spectrum—including those that may be more internalized or masked, especially in women and high-functioning individuals. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations to support diagnostic clarity and treatment planning.
I have experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment-related stress, autism spectrum disorder, and ADHD.
I specialize in identifying and supporting autism presentations across the spectrum—including those that may be more internalized or masked, especially in women and high-functioning individuals. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations to support diagnostic clarity and treatment planning.
Pillat conducts psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for the following diagnoses and presenting concerns: Academic Difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Difficulties (ADHD), Behavioral Concerns, Developmental Delays, Learning Disabilities (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia), Social Skills & Communication, and Speech & Language.
Dr. Pillat's credentials: Harvard University, A.B.; Yale Child Study Center, Predoctoral Research Assistant; The University of Texas at Austin, Clinical Psychology, M.A. & Ph.D.; Marcus Autism Center, Emory University, Clinical Internship & Post-doctoral Fellowship; One Life Child Development Center, Founder & Chief Psychologist; Licensure in TX and GA
Pillat conducts psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for the following diagnoses and presenting concerns: Academic Difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Difficulties (ADHD), Behavioral Concerns, Developmental Delays, Learning Disabilities (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia), Social Skills & Communication, and Speech & Language.
Dr. Pillat's credentials: Harvard University, A.B.; Yale Child Study Center, Predoctoral Research Assistant; The University of Texas at Austin, Clinical Psychology, M.A. & Ph.D.; Marcus Autism Center, Emory University, Clinical Internship & Post-doctoral Fellowship; One Life Child Development Center, Founder & Chief Psychologist; Licensure in TX and GA
Over the last 20 years I have helped individuals and families with a wide range of issues, and have developed specialties in ADHD & Autism.
The feedback that I get from my clients is that I am positive, active in session, and offer practical strategies that you can start using immediately. Our work will focus on gaining insight, making lasting change, and preventing our natural urge to backslide.
Over the last 20 years I have helped individuals and families with a wide range of issues, and have developed specialties in ADHD & Autism.
The feedback that I get from my clients is that I am positive, active in session, and offer practical strategies that you can start using immediately. Our work will focus on gaining insight, making lasting change, and preventing our natural urge to backslide.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a registered art therapist (ATR) with a Master's in Special Education with a specialization in Autism and Developmental Disabilities and a Master's in Arts in Mental Health Counseling and a specialization in Art Therapy.
You have been wondering if maybe you are neurodivergent but don’t know where to start exploring this new identity. You have recently become a parent and realize you are having a hard time with the sensory aspects of parenthood. You are a new college student and realize that you have been masking, or hiding your authentic self, due to societal expectations. I am here to help, whether this is a new diagnosis, a self-diagnosis, or if you were diagnosed long ago and dealing with the potential trauma and affects related to a medicalized diagnosis.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a registered art therapist (ATR) with a Master's in Special Education with a specialization in Autism and Developmental Disabilities and a Master's in Arts in Mental Health Counseling and a specialization in Art Therapy.
You have been wondering if maybe you are neurodivergent but don’t know where to start exploring this new identity. You have recently become a parent and realize you are having a hard time with the sensory aspects of parenthood. You are a new college student and realize that you have been masking, or hiding your authentic self, due to societal expectations. I am here to help, whether this is a new diagnosis, a self-diagnosis, or if you were diagnosed long ago and dealing with the potential trauma and affects related to a medicalized diagnosis.
University Park Counseling & Testing Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75240
At UPC, we have Certified Autism Specialists who have extensive training and experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
Are you ready to start living your life to its fullest potential? At UPC, you will find caring and genuine support for you and your family. Our hope is that you'll find a fresh perspective and learn more effective and efficient ways of coping with what life brings your way. Many of our clients discover renewed self-confidence, serenity, balance, and wellness. Relationships and work performance improve with this new outlook on life. You are given the tools you need to build and maintain a fulfilling life, along with a deeper sense of your life's meaning and purpose.
At UPC, we have Certified Autism Specialists who have extensive training and experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
Are you ready to start living your life to its fullest potential? At UPC, you will find caring and genuine support for you and your family. Our hope is that you'll find a fresh perspective and learn more effective and efficient ways of coping with what life brings your way. Many of our clients discover renewed self-confidence, serenity, balance, and wellness. Relationships and work performance improve with this new outlook on life. You are given the tools you need to build and maintain a fulfilling life, along with a deeper sense of your life's meaning and purpose.
I help parents with: meltdowns; bonding after adoption; blended families; divorce; adolescent/teen self-esteem, anger, and self-harming; sibling conflict; grief; ADHD and Autism.
I work with children, adolescents and teens by first specifically supporting YOU, their parent. Together we will add to your skills to therapeutically set limits, build better communication skills, facilitate parent-child connection, and develop positive discipline strategies. These enable you, the parent, to successfully handle challenges as they come.
I help parents with: meltdowns; bonding after adoption; blended families; divorce; adolescent/teen self-esteem, anger, and self-harming; sibling conflict; grief; ADHD and Autism.
I work with children, adolescents and teens by first specifically supporting YOU, their parent. Together we will add to your skills to therapeutically set limits, build better communication skills, facilitate parent-child connection, and develop positive discipline strategies. These enable you, the parent, to successfully handle challenges as they come.
Lauren Roth Certified Autism Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CAS
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
" As a Certified Autism Specialist, I enjoy working with those who are neurodivergent thinkers, have Autism, ADHD, OCD, PDD, or learning differences, or who share traits with neurodivergent thinkers.
I have worked with individuals with autism since before I was a licensed clinician. My passion for working with this population extends into years of clinical experience in various settings, including inpatient hospital, intensive outpatient, women's shelter, community clinic, and private practice. Visit our website MindMovingTherapy.com for more info.
" As a Certified Autism Specialist, I enjoy working with those who are neurodivergent thinkers, have Autism, ADHD, OCD, PDD, or learning differences, or who share traits with neurodivergent thinkers.
I have worked with individuals with autism since before I was a licensed clinician. My passion for working with this population extends into years of clinical experience in various settings, including inpatient hospital, intensive outpatient, women's shelter, community clinic, and private practice. Visit our website MindMovingTherapy.com for more info.
I love helping those struggling with trauma, ADHD and Autism.
Trauma Recovery: Whether stemming from childhood or adulthood, trauma/PTSD has a profound impact on peoples day-to-day life. I work with clients to process and reframe traumatic experiences, reducing the power it has over current emotions and behaviors. I also work with children, utilizing play therapy to help them recover from traumatic experiences.
I love helping those struggling with trauma, ADHD and Autism.
Trauma Recovery: Whether stemming from childhood or adulthood, trauma/PTSD has a profound impact on peoples day-to-day life. I work with clients to process and reframe traumatic experiences, reducing the power it has over current emotions and behaviors. I also work with children, utilizing play therapy to help them recover from traumatic experiences.
She also received official training in the administration of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, 2nd Edition (ADOS-2) and specializes in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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She also received official training in the administration of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, 2nd Edition (ADOS-2) and specializes in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Complete this brief online intake form to get started today! https://luminouspsych.com/clients/signup
I also have extensive training working with patients and families managing autism spectrum diagnoses.
My goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive therapy environment that allows a safe space to my clients to experience their emotions, share their struggles and challenges and grow and develop new skills that will help improve their life. If you are depressed, feeling anxious, have chronic stress, experiencing loss and grief, I can work with you in identifying your therapy needs. I believe that therapy should be individualized and tailored to each person.
I also have extensive training working with patients and families managing autism spectrum diagnoses.
My goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive therapy environment that allows a safe space to my clients to experience their emotions, share their struggles and challenges and grow and develop new skills that will help improve their life. If you are depressed, feeling anxious, have chronic stress, experiencing loss and grief, I can work with you in identifying your therapy needs. I believe that therapy should be individualized and tailored to each person.
I also have extensive training and experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Life can sometimes be filled with unexpected challenges and difficult emotions. I would love the opportunity to support you through your journey. I highly value the therapeutic relationship and work to build an environment where you feel safe, accepted, valued, and understood. Everyone is unique and I work to tailor the counseling process to meet your specific needs. Most importantly, I want you to feel that you are in the care of someone who can help you meet your goals. I offer a free phone consultation to help you decide. I also offer virtual sessions to make counseling more convenient and comfortable for you.
I also have extensive training and experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Life can sometimes be filled with unexpected challenges and difficult emotions. I would love the opportunity to support you through your journey. I highly value the therapeutic relationship and work to build an environment where you feel safe, accepted, valued, and understood. Everyone is unique and I work to tailor the counseling process to meet your specific needs. Most importantly, I want you to feel that you are in the care of someone who can help you meet your goals. I offer a free phone consultation to help you decide. I also offer virtual sessions to make counseling more convenient and comfortable for you.
Complicated by diagnosed or suspected autism and/or ADHD?
Building a relationship on mutual respect, honesty, and developing trust is the core of any effective counseling. Beyond this, I offer my clients a blend of counseling informed by recent developments in research with elements of what they love in life, and individualize treatment for every client based on their weekly feedback of the work we're doing.
Complicated by diagnosed or suspected autism and/or ADHD?
Building a relationship on mutual respect, honesty, and developing trust is the core of any effective counseling. Beyond this, I offer my clients a blend of counseling informed by recent developments in research with elements of what they love in life, and individualize treatment for every client based on their weekly feedback of the work we're doing.
Cassandra Holt Kimbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S, NCC, EMDR, CIT
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
(Only scheduling EMDR intensives and Autism/ADHD Assessments, or group signups).
I've spent a lifetime as a musician, and it helps me bring a special understanding of the unique stressors and issues that creatives, entertainers, and freelancers face on a daily basis. I am also neurodivergent. I am a CIT with EMDRIA and can offer consult hours to therapists seeking EMDR Certification, as well as providing supervision to CA associates.
(Only scheduling EMDR intensives and Autism/ADHD Assessments, or group signups).
I've spent a lifetime as a musician, and it helps me bring a special understanding of the unique stressors and issues that creatives, entertainers, and freelancers face on a daily basis. I am also neurodivergent. I am a CIT with EMDRIA and can offer consult hours to therapists seeking EMDR Certification, as well as providing supervision to CA associates.
Megan DuBose - Neurodivergent Women - Emdr- Career
LPC-Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCC
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243
Whether or not you've been medically diagnosed with autism, ADHD, AuDHD, I can help you identify your unique strengths and break negative, painful patterns in your life.
My top priority is your sense of emotional safety as we process trauma, life's challenges, and complex family dynamics. Through talk therapy and EMDR, we will expand self-awareness; decrease trauma responses; and embrace ways of expressing your authentic self. I encourage stimming in session, and don't require eye contact to do my job well.
Whether or not you've been medically diagnosed with autism, ADHD, AuDHD, I can help you identify your unique strengths and break negative, painful patterns in your life.
My top priority is your sense of emotional safety as we process trauma, life's challenges, and complex family dynamics. Through talk therapy and EMDR, we will expand self-awareness; decrease trauma responses; and embrace ways of expressing your authentic self. I encourage stimming in session, and don't require eye contact to do my job well.
She specializes in diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Dyslexia, Llearning Disorders, and anxiety/depression.
Dr. Bonny Stewart is a highly specialized Clinical Child Psychologist with over twenty years of experience working with children and families. Dr. Stewart is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, EMDR and TF-CBT Certified. She is passionate about helping children make postive change. Her approach is colaborative to significiantly improve treatment outcomes. Dr. Stewart will help you find answers and understanding, as well as develop tools so that your child can succeed at home, school, and in all aspects of their lives.
She specializes in diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Dyslexia, Llearning Disorders, and anxiety/depression.
Dr. Bonny Stewart is a highly specialized Clinical Child Psychologist with over twenty years of experience working with children and families. Dr. Stewart is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, EMDR and TF-CBT Certified. She is passionate about helping children make postive change. Her approach is colaborative to significiantly improve treatment outcomes. Dr. Stewart will help you find answers and understanding, as well as develop tools so that your child can succeed at home, school, and in all aspects of their lives.
My name is A’sa (A-suh) Fernandez Evans. I am happily married to my
loving wife and I have one fur baby. In my free time I like to research, attend local advocacy events, and watch documentaries. My passion is in advocacy work to support the LGBTQIA+, Communities of Color, and neurodivergent communities.
I began my professional journey working at children’s hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, autism centers, and study centers in North Texas. As a late diagnosed autistic person, I quickly learned that I wanted to provide care in a different way. I wanted my work to center and embrace marginalized groups creating a safe healing space.
My name is A’sa (A-suh) Fernandez Evans. I am happily married to my
loving wife and I have one fur baby. In my free time I like to research, attend local advocacy events, and watch documentaries. My passion is in advocacy work to support the LGBTQIA+, Communities of Color, and neurodivergent communities.
I began my professional journey working at children’s hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, autism centers, and study centers in North Texas. As a late diagnosed autistic person, I quickly learned that I wanted to provide care in a different way. I wanted my work to center and embrace marginalized groups creating a safe healing space.
I specialize in helping clients starting at age 8 to adult struggling with perfectionism, anxiety, Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, spirituality development, behavioral issues, LGBTQIA support, and relationship issues.
When assisting clients in exploring their struggles, I help with reframing unhelpful thoughts, learning mindfulness, & self-compassion. For younger kiddos, they learn coping skills through the use sand tray & expressive arts. I also believe in the importance of parent collaboration in a child's treatment to educate, support, & provide parenting techniques.
I specialize in helping clients starting at age 8 to adult struggling with perfectionism, anxiety, Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, spirituality development, behavioral issues, LGBTQIA support, and relationship issues.
When assisting clients in exploring their struggles, I help with reframing unhelpful thoughts, learning mindfulness, & self-compassion. For younger kiddos, they learn coping skills through the use sand tray & expressive arts. I also believe in the importance of parent collaboration in a child's treatment to educate, support, & provide parenting techniques.
Autism Advantage is an innovative telehealth practice devoted to working with adults with autism spectrum conditions to understand their unique personality advantages and use their gifts to overcome challenges.
Autism Advantage has researched and developed a unique and original coaching package to help clients identify and understand their personal autism related advantages and overcome their challenges. This intervention focuses on developing and implementing strategies to reach client-identified goals to enhance performance and personal satisfaction.
Autism Advantage is an innovative telehealth practice devoted to working with adults with autism spectrum conditions to understand their unique personality advantages and use their gifts to overcome challenges.
Autism Advantage has researched and developed a unique and original coaching package to help clients identify and understand their personal autism related advantages and overcome their challenges. This intervention focuses on developing and implementing strategies to reach client-identified goals to enhance performance and personal satisfaction.
My specialties include depression and anxiety, trauma, family conflict, Autism and ADHD, BPD, and working with queer, trans, and nonbinary clients.
I believe that each person is the expert on themselves and their experiences, and my role is to be a supportive guide throughout the healing process. I always want our work together to be a collaborative process, so we will structure our time together around your goals. This is your space, and you get to decide how it looks. Some clients are looking to work on coping skills and solutions to daily life problems. Others want to explore further into their own past or their inner world.
My specialties include depression and anxiety, trauma, family conflict, Autism and ADHD, BPD, and working with queer, trans, and nonbinary clients.
I believe that each person is the expert on themselves and their experiences, and my role is to be a supportive guide throughout the healing process. I always want our work together to be a collaborative process, so we will structure our time together around your goals. This is your space, and you get to decide how it looks. Some clients are looking to work on coping skills and solutions to daily life problems. Others want to explore further into their own past or their inner world.
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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.