Autism Therapists in Craighall Park
From birth, we are faced with moments that have a profound impact on the ways in which we relate with ourselves, others, and our surroundings. Our many moments of nurture, and the varying painful lived experiences leave us with overwhelming emotions that shift the ways we show up in our lives. Sometimes these pockets of our lived experiences are made sense of with the adequate care and support, and sometimes they are left in the corners of our mind, not seen, but are felt as we carry the unconscious weight of parts of who we are. Psychotherapy is a space where we may find empathic understanding of who we are, in all our intricacies.
From birth, we are faced with moments that have a profound impact on the ways in which we relate with ourselves, others, and our surroundings. Our many moments of nurture, and the varying painful lived experiences leave us with overwhelming emotions that shift the ways we show up in our lives. Sometimes these pockets of our lived experiences are made sense of with the adequate care and support, and sometimes they are left in the corners of our mind, not seen, but are felt as we carry the unconscious weight of parts of who we are. Psychotherapy is a space where we may find empathic understanding of who we are, in all our intricacies.
I support clients facing a range of emotional, social, and learning challenges, including anxiety, low self-esteem, social difficulties, learning barriers, and neurodiversity-related needs such as ADHD or autism spectrum disorder.
I conduct comprehensive Psycho-Educational assessments to better understand learning, emotional, and developmental needs, and to guide meaningful support at home and school. These assessments are used to identify strengths and challenges, determine eligibility for school-based accommodations, and provide practical recommendations to support learning.
I support clients facing a range of emotional, social, and learning challenges, including anxiety, low self-esteem, social difficulties, learning barriers, and neurodiversity-related needs such as ADHD or autism spectrum disorder.
I conduct comprehensive Psycho-Educational assessments to better understand learning, emotional, and developmental needs, and to guide meaningful support at home and school. These assessments are used to identify strengths and challenges, determine eligibility for school-based accommodations, and provide practical recommendations to support learning.
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I'm Kristin, a devoted and compassionate counsellor and Autism therapist, co-founder of Aurelia Autism Services, a platform born out of my extensive journey through various continents, working closely with diverse individuals within the spectrum of autism.
My mission is to create a sanctuary—a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can tap into their strengths and cultivate their well-being. Specializing in neurodiversity, my approach is person-centered and rooted in a systems perspective, incorporating a harmonious blend of evidence-based methodologies to offer tailored and impactful support.
I'm Kristin, a devoted and compassionate counsellor and Autism therapist, co-founder of Aurelia Autism Services, a platform born out of my extensive journey through various continents, working closely with diverse individuals within the spectrum of autism.
My mission is to create a sanctuary—a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can tap into their strengths and cultivate their well-being. Specializing in neurodiversity, my approach is person-centered and rooted in a systems perspective, incorporating a harmonious blend of evidence-based methodologies to offer tailored and impactful support.
With expertise in Neurodiversity ( Autism, ADHD), I offer tailored therapy to address various concerns, from childhood anxiety and behavioural challenges to family conflicts and parenting strategies.
I specialize in supporting children and families. I understand that navigating the challenges of family life and child development can be complex and emotional. My mission is to provide a warm, empathetic environment where you and your family can feel supported and understood.
With expertise in Neurodiversity ( Autism, ADHD), I offer tailored therapy to address various concerns, from childhood anxiety and behavioural challenges to family conflicts and parenting strategies.
I specialize in supporting children and families. I understand that navigating the challenges of family life and child development can be complex and emotional. My mission is to provide a warm, empathetic environment where you and your family can feel supported and understood.
Do you have an addiction or Addictions? Starting in 2024, the priority of this practice is the assessment and treatment of addictions. There are two categories of addiction. The first is addiction to drugs, such as alcohol, dagga, others. The second is behavioral addictions, such as shopping, gambling, sex, and others. The guiding treatment philosophy is that addictions are neurological disorders and not moral failings. Treatment is in hospital or as outpatients, and compliments treatment at Rehab centers. Methods of treatment include, counselling, behavior therapy, EEG biofeedback, and collaboration with other health practitioners.
Do you have an addiction or Addictions? Starting in 2024, the priority of this practice is the assessment and treatment of addictions. There are two categories of addiction. The first is addiction to drugs, such as alcohol, dagga, others. The second is behavioral addictions, such as shopping, gambling, sex, and others. The guiding treatment philosophy is that addictions are neurological disorders and not moral failings. Treatment is in hospital or as outpatients, and compliments treatment at Rehab centers. Methods of treatment include, counselling, behavior therapy, EEG biofeedback, and collaboration with other health practitioners.
Life can be very difficult. The everyday stressors of life can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, people encounter so much more than just these everyday stressors: trauma, violence, loss, discrimination and hate-crimes, to name a few, complicates our experience of being human. My work is to support my client's on their life journey, through insight-based interventions empower them to build a life worth living. You are welcome to read more about me at www.tiaanlandman.co.za
Life can be very difficult. The everyday stressors of life can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, people encounter so much more than just these everyday stressors: trauma, violence, loss, discrimination and hate-crimes, to name a few, complicates our experience of being human. My work is to support my client's on their life journey, through insight-based interventions empower them to build a life worth living. You are welcome to read more about me at www.tiaanlandman.co.za
I provide adult ADHD and autism assessments from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective.
Life can be hard — but it can also be wonderful. Therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to unpack the heaviness of stress, trauma, grief, or feeling stuck, and to gently reconnect with joy.
My work is grounded in helping adults, couples, and parents process both past and present experiences, with a special focus on the nervous system and brain-based therapies to support balance, regulation, and emotional wellbeing. I also work relationally, exploring how you impact — and are impacted by — those around you.
I provide adult ADHD and autism assessments from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective.
Life can be hard — but it can also be wonderful. Therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to unpack the heaviness of stress, trauma, grief, or feeling stuck, and to gently reconnect with joy.
My work is grounded in helping adults, couples, and parents process both past and present experiences, with a special focus on the nervous system and brain-based therapies to support balance, regulation, and emotional wellbeing. I also work relationally, exploring how you impact — and are impacted by — those around you.
I work closely with you helping you gain skills and confidence on your neurodivergent journey.
I am a Foreign-trained professional with expertise in neuropsychology. Not registered with HPCSA. As a Specialist Neurodiversity Consultant, I assist adolescents and adults with psychoeducational support, advocacy, and skills setting to thrive. The field of neurodiversity is my passion.
If you need guidance to move forward, let me help you get unstuck and start growing.
I work closely with you helping you gain skills and confidence on your neurodivergent journey.
I am a Foreign-trained professional with expertise in neuropsychology. Not registered with HPCSA. As a Specialist Neurodiversity Consultant, I assist adolescents and adults with psychoeducational support, advocacy, and skills setting to thrive. The field of neurodiversity is my passion.
If you need guidance to move forward, let me help you get unstuck and start growing.
As a neurodivergent person myself, I understand first-hand how psychological approaches and general counselling modalities often fail to consider how our brains work differently.
My ideal client is someone who values authenticity, seeks neuroaffirming support, wants something different, values compassion and understanding, and is on a journey of self-discovery. You are looking for an approach that diverges from traditional psychological and medical models. Perhaps you've found that conventional methods haven't resonated with you or addressed your unique needs. You're also open to exploring integrative and holistic practices that consider the mind, body, and spirit.
As a neurodivergent person myself, I understand first-hand how psychological approaches and general counselling modalities often fail to consider how our brains work differently.
My ideal client is someone who values authenticity, seeks neuroaffirming support, wants something different, values compassion and understanding, and is on a journey of self-discovery. You are looking for an approach that diverges from traditional psychological and medical models. Perhaps you've found that conventional methods haven't resonated with you or addressed your unique needs. You're also open to exploring integrative and holistic practices that consider the mind, body, and spirit.
This is For U Now (FUN). It is now the time to optimise your emotional-personal-, social-, family-, learning-, creative-, neuro-psychological and career development potential!
This is For U Now (FUN). It is now the time to optimise your emotional-personal-, social-, family-, learning-, creative-, neuro-psychological and career development potential!
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a wide range of emotional, relational, and psychological challenges. I have practiced across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and life circumstances. My therapeutic style is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. I work integratively, drawing primarily from psychodynamic psychotherapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), tailoring the approach to the unique needs, pace, and goals of each client.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a wide range of emotional, relational, and psychological challenges. I have practiced across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and life circumstances. My therapeutic style is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. I work integratively, drawing primarily from psychodynamic psychotherapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), tailoring the approach to the unique needs, pace, and goals of each client.
My ideal client is someone whether a child, adolescent, or adult facing challenges such as learning difficulties, emotional regulation, anxiety, low self-esteem, behavioural concerns, or life transitions. Parents may seek clarity on school readiness or academic issues, while adults may want to build resilience and self-understanding. They value a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard, gain practical solutions, and work toward emotional well-being, stronger relationships, academic growth, and renewed confidence, knowing that with the right tools, positive change is possible.
My ideal client is someone whether a child, adolescent, or adult facing challenges such as learning difficulties, emotional regulation, anxiety, low self-esteem, behavioural concerns, or life transitions. Parents may seek clarity on school readiness or academic issues, while adults may want to build resilience and self-understanding. They value a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard, gain practical solutions, and work toward emotional well-being, stronger relationships, academic growth, and renewed confidence, knowing that with the right tools, positive change is possible.
Most especially in autism and neurodiversity.
I specialise in work with clients who present with neurodiverse symptoms. This includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. I offer assessments to identify related difficulties and give recommendations for intervention. I also conduct therapy for intervention. My speciality is working with adolescents and parents.
Most especially in autism and neurodiversity.
I specialise in work with clients who present with neurodiverse symptoms. This includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. I offer assessments to identify related difficulties and give recommendations for intervention. I also conduct therapy for intervention. My speciality is working with adolescents and parents.
Spectrum Centre - Autism Spectrum Solutions
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Randburg 2194
Do I have Autism?
Our interdisciplinary team of professionals specialise in the treatment and diagnosis of Autism and other Neurodevelopmental conditions. Our Treatment Programs are specifically developed to build confidence, simplify Autism, rebuilding a sense of self and agency, navigating the neurotypical world, soical interaction and communication skills and so much more.
Do I have Autism?
Our interdisciplinary team of professionals specialise in the treatment and diagnosis of Autism and other Neurodevelopmental conditions. Our Treatment Programs are specifically developed to build confidence, simplify Autism, rebuilding a sense of self and agency, navigating the neurotypical world, soical interaction and communication skills and so much more.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes, we all need a safe space to express what we're going through without fear of judgment. I believe in the powerful truth that it’s okay to not be okay. Struggles, doubts, and hardships are part of being human, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Through compassionate listening and practical counselling skills, I provide a space where you can be honest about your feelings and challenges. My goal is to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with understanding, resilience, and self-compassion. You don’t have to have all the answers right away, you just need a place to start.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes, we all need a safe space to express what we're going through without fear of judgment. I believe in the powerful truth that it’s okay to not be okay. Struggles, doubts, and hardships are part of being human, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Through compassionate listening and practical counselling skills, I provide a space where you can be honest about your feelings and challenges. My goal is to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with understanding, resilience, and self-compassion. You don’t have to have all the answers right away, you just need a place to start.
I support clients of all ages, facing psychological, psychiatric, or neurological challenges. They often seek psychotherapy, parental coaching, or neuropsychological assessments. At MindHeart Links, we combine neuroscience-informed care with deep empathy. We look beyond labels to understand the whole person, translating complex neuroscience into accessible guidance to reduce overwhelm and foster resilience and meaningful growth.
I support clients of all ages, facing psychological, psychiatric, or neurological challenges. They often seek psychotherapy, parental coaching, or neuropsychological assessments. At MindHeart Links, we combine neuroscience-informed care with deep empathy. We look beyond labels to understand the whole person, translating complex neuroscience into accessible guidance to reduce overwhelm and foster resilience and meaningful growth.
I am Clinical Psychologist based in Parktown that sees adults and adolescents struggling with interpersonal dynamics, depression, anxiety and emotional dysregulation. In addition, I specialise in providing parents with counselling when they are feeling overwhelmed and need some guidance.
I am Clinical Psychologist based in Parktown that sees adults and adolescents struggling with interpersonal dynamics, depression, anxiety and emotional dysregulation. In addition, I specialise in providing parents with counselling when they are feeling overwhelmed and need some guidance.
Pretoria Psychologists (Pty) Ltd boats more than 40 years of combined experience in mental health services. The practice was established in the 1990s by Dr. Elaine Bing and Jacqui van Staden. Currently, this dynamic practice is managed by Nkateko Ndala-Magoro. We are a multidisciplinary team who offer a range of services within our expertise and speak all 11 South African languages.
Pretoria Psychologists (Pty) Ltd boats more than 40 years of combined experience in mental health services. The practice was established in the 1990s by Dr. Elaine Bing and Jacqui van Staden. Currently, this dynamic practice is managed by Nkateko Ndala-Magoro. We are a multidisciplinary team who offer a range of services within our expertise and speak all 11 South African languages.
My work prioritizes warmth and connection, creating safe spaces for processing grief, trauma, and complex communication. Whether with individuals (teens or adults), or couples, I strive to restore balance and foster resilience during life’s most challenging times. I have a special interest in oncology and support healthcare teams, patients and families as they navigate the emotional impact of cancer care. My integrative approach draws on interpersonal therapy, CBT, BWRT, DBT, and narrative techniques, tailored to each person’s needs.
My work prioritizes warmth and connection, creating safe spaces for processing grief, trauma, and complex communication. Whether with individuals (teens or adults), or couples, I strive to restore balance and foster resilience during life’s most challenging times. I have a special interest in oncology and support healthcare teams, patients and families as they navigate the emotional impact of cancer care. My integrative approach draws on interpersonal therapy, CBT, BWRT, DBT, and narrative techniques, tailored to each person’s needs.
I offer therapy that’s grounded in connection, warmth, and emotional safety — with a special interest in animal-assisted approaches. I work integratively, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, Interactional Pattern Analysis, person-centred therapy, and equine-assisted work.
I offer therapy that’s grounded in connection, warmth, and emotional safety — with a special interest in animal-assisted approaches. I work integratively, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, Interactional Pattern Analysis, person-centred therapy, and equine-assisted work.
Nearby Autism Counsellors Searches for Craighall Park
- Broadacres
- Bryanston
- Edenvale
- Fourways
- Johannesburg
- Morningside
- Parktown North
- Parkwood
- Randburg
- Roodepoort
- Rosebank
- Sandton
Autism Counsellors
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.