Autism Counselling in Aylesbury

Photo of Agnieszka Anna Hawkins - Senga Counselling, MA, MBACP, Counsellor
Senga Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aylesbury HP19
I have experience of working with neurodiversity, autism and ADHD.
Counselling, in my view, is a special journey into your own world, a journey to explore and understand anything that might be causing you insecurity or distress. I'm here to stand by your side throughout this journey. While I won't give you advice, I can offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore any unhelpful patterns you might be experiencing. Whether you're dealing with emotional disturbance, current burdens, or recurring issues from your past, I'm here to listen and help you find your own way.
I have experience of working with neurodiversity, autism and ADHD.
Counselling, in my view, is a special journey into your own world, a journey to explore and understand anything that might be causing you insecurity or distress. I'm here to stand by your side throughout this journey. While I won't give you advice, I can offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore any unhelpful patterns you might be experiencing. Whether you're dealing with emotional disturbance, current burdens, or recurring issues from your past, I'm here to listen and help you find your own way.
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Julie Arnold
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aylesbury HP18
I have professional and personal experience, working with autism and neurodiversity.
Hello, I work with a range of issues, including anxiety and depression. Being heard and accepted for being who you truly are, can feel incredibly empowering. When this is taken away, our thoughts can trigger unhelpful behaviours, increasing low mood. Which in turn can play havoc with our emotions. When we feel lonely and isolated, overwhelming feelings can flood our thoughts and fears. I can offer you a safe, warm, and confidential space to explore any issues that may contribute towards your anxiety and depression. I am here to listen to you in an non-judgemental way, and to support you with any changes you wish to make.
I have professional and personal experience, working with autism and neurodiversity.
Hello, I work with a range of issues, including anxiety and depression. Being heard and accepted for being who you truly are, can feel incredibly empowering. When this is taken away, our thoughts can trigger unhelpful behaviours, increasing low mood. Which in turn can play havoc with our emotions. When we feel lonely and isolated, overwhelming feelings can flood our thoughts and fears. I can offer you a safe, warm, and confidential space to explore any issues that may contribute towards your anxiety and depression. I am here to listen to you in an non-judgemental way, and to support you with any changes you wish to make.
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Dr Morvwen Duncan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP22
I am a Clinical Psychologist providing specialist psychological assessment and evidence-based treatment for a range of mental health, emotional and behavioural difficulties in children and young people. This includes supporting those who are experiencing low mood, anxiety and challenges in forming or maintaining relationships. ​I specialise in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to understand a young person's learning strengths and areas of difficulty, and to identify general or specific learning difficulties, such as Dyslexia. I also provide assessment of neurodevelopmental difficulties, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I am a Clinical Psychologist providing specialist psychological assessment and evidence-based treatment for a range of mental health, emotional and behavioural difficulties in children and young people. This includes supporting those who are experiencing low mood, anxiety and challenges in forming or maintaining relationships. ​I specialise in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to understand a young person's learning strengths and areas of difficulty, and to identify general or specific learning difficulties, such as Dyslexia. I also provide assessment of neurodevelopmental difficulties, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Blume Psychology Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP17
We offer short wait times for NICE compliant Autism assessments, ADHD Assessments, combined ASD and ADHD assessments and cognitive assessments performed by HCPC registered clinical psychologists.
We work with people who suspect they or their children may be neurodivergent, who wish to explore the way their brain works, their strengths and differences. Our aim is to help clients understand themselves, their neurodevelopmental profile and maximise their potential and lead fulfilled lives. If people suspect they or their child may be autistic, have ADHD or cognitive difficulties then our NICE compliant assessment service conducts a thorough assessment of clients’ neurodivergent profile, providing insight, understanding and a diagnosis where appropriate. Personal and specialised post- diagnostic support is available.
We offer short wait times for NICE compliant Autism assessments, ADHD Assessments, combined ASD and ADHD assessments and cognitive assessments performed by HCPC registered clinical psychologists.
We work with people who suspect they or their children may be neurodivergent, who wish to explore the way their brain works, their strengths and differences. Our aim is to help clients understand themselves, their neurodevelopmental profile and maximise their potential and lead fulfilled lives. If people suspect they or their child may be autistic, have ADHD or cognitive difficulties then our NICE compliant assessment service conducts a thorough assessment of clients’ neurodivergent profile, providing insight, understanding and a diagnosis where appropriate. Personal and specialised post- diagnostic support is available.
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Home Counties Therapy
MSc
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP20
We specialise in working with people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, Addiction and Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Pathological Demand Avoidance. Our highly skilled team will work with you to find the solutions that you are looking for.
We specialise in working with people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, Addiction and Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Pathological Demand Avoidance. Our highly skilled team will work with you to find the solutions that you are looking for.
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Lyzette Jarvey
MA
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP17
I have a keen interest in working with individuals who are seeking self-awareness. Art Therapy allows expression that is not based on spoken language only. You don't need any artistic skills or any previous experience in creative expression. I hope for clients to learn their own skills and tools to heal and transform and be their best possible self. I know how hard life can be due to situations from past and present that affect us.
I have a keen interest in working with individuals who are seeking self-awareness. Art Therapy allows expression that is not based on spoken language only. You don't need any artistic skills or any previous experience in creative expression. I hope for clients to learn their own skills and tools to heal and transform and be their best possible self. I know how hard life can be due to situations from past and present that affect us.
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Minds in Session
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP20
We enjoy working with all things diversity from neurodiversity to cultural diversity. We work with organisations to ensure psychological safety but we also dedicate work to coach individuals to maximise their neurodiverse strengths for high performance in the workplace. We have developed a programme to treat racial trauma and a programme to help allies to support their colleagues, friends, family and peers. If you are worried about your mood, your relationships or your performance at work and you are neurodiverse or culturally diverse, we can help you....no we can work together.
We enjoy working with all things diversity from neurodiversity to cultural diversity. We work with organisations to ensure psychological safety but we also dedicate work to coach individuals to maximise their neurodiverse strengths for high performance in the workplace. We have developed a programme to treat racial trauma and a programme to help allies to support their colleagues, friends, family and peers. If you are worried about your mood, your relationships or your performance at work and you are neurodiverse or culturally diverse, we can help you....no we can work together.
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Hugh Anderson
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Music Therap.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aylesbury HP17
If you have barriers to expressing yourself, understanding emotions or feeling creative, music therapy could be for you. My primary aim is to get to know you for who you are and, through sensitive verbal and musical interaction, celebrate your personality, creativity and potential. Whatever challenges you experience, I hope to give you a sense of connection, acceptance and understanding.
If you have barriers to expressing yourself, understanding emotions or feeling creative, music therapy could be for you. My primary aim is to get to know you for who you are and, through sensitive verbal and musical interaction, celebrate your personality, creativity and potential. Whatever challenges you experience, I hope to give you a sense of connection, acceptance and understanding.
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Green Gables Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP21
Do you want to feel happier? Do you suffer with anxiety, depression, feeling sad or low self esteem? Maybe you feel stuck and have lost yourself? Sometimes there is a specific reason and we know what is making us feel that way, other times it appears there is no reason at all. Counselling can help unpick whats going on, identify those thoughts and for it to feel less overwhelming in a safe and non judgmental way.
Do you want to feel happier? Do you suffer with anxiety, depression, feeling sad or low self esteem? Maybe you feel stuck and have lost yourself? Sometimes there is a specific reason and we know what is making us feel that way, other times it appears there is no reason at all. Counselling can help unpick whats going on, identify those thoughts and for it to feel less overwhelming in a safe and non judgmental way.
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Dr Lisa Matthias
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP22  (Online Only)
I am a dedicated and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience working in the NHS and private sector. I have extensive experience of assessing and treating clients (adults, children and groups) across a broad range of NHS healthcare settings. This has included work in GP surgeries, primary care, IAPT and community mental health teams (CMHTs). Within these settings I have provided high quality evidence-based psychological therapies to people who present with a range of mental health difficulties from mild, moderate to severe and enduring.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience working in the NHS and private sector. I have extensive experience of assessing and treating clients (adults, children and groups) across a broad range of NHS healthcare settings. This has included work in GP surgeries, primary care, IAPT and community mental health teams (CMHTs). Within these settings I have provided high quality evidence-based psychological therapies to people who present with a range of mental health difficulties from mild, moderate to severe and enduring.
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Talk for Change Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP19
Hello, and welcome. I am Francesca, a well qualified, experienced and professional psychotherapist supporting individuals to work through feelings of anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, grief and loss. Since you are reading this page I imagine you would like some aspects of your life to be different and wondering if I - or therapy - can help you. We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons, perhaps you struggling to like yourself or coming to terms with a trauma or loss and looking to process your experience and see a way forward. Maybe you are struggling with overwhelming feelings of anxiety or depression.
Hello, and welcome. I am Francesca, a well qualified, experienced and professional psychotherapist supporting individuals to work through feelings of anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, grief and loss. Since you are reading this page I imagine you would like some aspects of your life to be different and wondering if I - or therapy - can help you. We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons, perhaps you struggling to like yourself or coming to terms with a trauma or loss and looking to process your experience and see a way forward. Maybe you are struggling with overwhelming feelings of anxiety or depression.
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Geeta McElwee
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP19
Sometimes life throws up challenges that can feel overwhelming. It can affect our self esteem, our sense of identity and our ability to cope with the pressures of everyday life. I work with a wide range of issues which include depression, anxiety, low mood, low self esteem, relationship challenges, school related stress, sexual assault and abuse. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where you can freely explore your thoughts, feelings and concerns. I will work at a pace that suits you, and together we can explore any difficulties you may be experiencing, working towards a positive and meaningful change.
Sometimes life throws up challenges that can feel overwhelming. It can affect our self esteem, our sense of identity and our ability to cope with the pressures of everyday life. I work with a wide range of issues which include depression, anxiety, low mood, low self esteem, relationship challenges, school related stress, sexual assault and abuse. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where you can freely explore your thoughts, feelings and concerns. I will work at a pace that suits you, and together we can explore any difficulties you may be experiencing, working towards a positive and meaningful change.
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Abi Perryman
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP17
Thank you for taking time to read about the services I offer in my practice. With my focus on both Individual and Couples Counselling (any relationship between 2 people that focuses on relational dynamics eg: marital, family dynamics) there are many areas I maybe able to help. If seeking personal counselling, you may be experiencing life events such as Bereavement and Loss, Cycles of addiction/abuse, Anger, Loss of identity. Couples Counselling can help if you are at an in-pass? Something you just can’t move past? Break down of trust? Or do you need to make an impossible compromise of a big life-changing decision?
Thank you for taking time to read about the services I offer in my practice. With my focus on both Individual and Couples Counselling (any relationship between 2 people that focuses on relational dynamics eg: marital, family dynamics) there are many areas I maybe able to help. If seeking personal counselling, you may be experiencing life events such as Bereavement and Loss, Cycles of addiction/abuse, Anger, Loss of identity. Couples Counselling can help if you are at an in-pass? Something you just can’t move past? Break down of trust? Or do you need to make an impossible compromise of a big life-changing decision?
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Nicola Salisbury
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP20
Hello I'm Nicola, a qualified counsellor working with both adults and teenagers from all walks of life. My integrative training allows me to tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your needs at the time of contacting me, whether that be to listen to your story and sit with you in your pain or work with you to make positive changes to your life... or something in between. I can offer you a safe and confidential space for you to be heard without judgement or expectation. Your presenting issues might be anxiety, depression, a relationship breakdown, a bereavement, low self-esteem, difficulty coping with change and uncertainty or more.
Hello I'm Nicola, a qualified counsellor working with both adults and teenagers from all walks of life. My integrative training allows me to tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your needs at the time of contacting me, whether that be to listen to your story and sit with you in your pain or work with you to make positive changes to your life... or something in between. I can offer you a safe and confidential space for you to be heard without judgement or expectation. Your presenting issues might be anxiety, depression, a relationship breakdown, a bereavement, low self-esteem, difficulty coping with change and uncertainty or more.
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Equine Enlightenment Psychological Services
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP20  (Online Only)
Currently sessions are available online only. We are able to offer both short and long term therapy for a broad range of needs and goals. We can work together once weekly or more, for an hour or more, alternative weeks/ monthly and one off sessions. We tailor the therapy to your individual needs and goals, combining a structured professional approach that will feel comfortable and safe. As a team of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors, we can offer a range of psychological approaches and evidence based therapy to support your healing. Click here to book: https://connect-bacp.wellola.com/organisation/728/bookingform
Currently sessions are available online only. We are able to offer both short and long term therapy for a broad range of needs and goals. We can work together once weekly or more, for an hour or more, alternative weeks/ monthly and one off sessions. We tailor the therapy to your individual needs and goals, combining a structured professional approach that will feel comfortable and safe. As a team of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors, we can offer a range of psychological approaches and evidence based therapy to support your healing. Click here to book: https://connect-bacp.wellola.com/organisation/728/bookingform
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Abbie Hendy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aylesbury HP17  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Abbie. I'm an accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and psychotherapist in creative arts. You may be looking to discover healthier coping mechanisms and gain deeper insights into yourself, yet feel unsure how to elicit change or better understand your difficulties. You might be experiencing a low mood that feels hard to break out of or are struggling to turn the volume down on anxious thoughts. Or maybe you have experienced painful past experiences that are disrupting your ability to fully live in the present.
Hi, I'm Abbie. I'm an accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and psychotherapist in creative arts. You may be looking to discover healthier coping mechanisms and gain deeper insights into yourself, yet feel unsure how to elicit change or better understand your difficulties. You might be experiencing a low mood that feels hard to break out of or are struggling to turn the volume down on anxious thoughts. Or maybe you have experienced painful past experiences that are disrupting your ability to fully live in the present.
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Tom Coates - Cbt Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Aylesbury HP18
Emotional difficulties can make us feel overwhelmed, isolated, and exhausted, affecting our daily lives and overall well-being. If this sounds like you, remember that help is available. I'm Tom, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 12 years of experience in clinical practice. Although I work with a range of conditions, including Depression and Anxiety, I have a specialist interest in working with individuals struggling with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). My personal battles with OCD and depression allow me to empathise deeply with my clients, enabling me to provide understanding and supportive care.
Emotional difficulties can make us feel overwhelmed, isolated, and exhausted, affecting our daily lives and overall well-being. If this sounds like you, remember that help is available. I'm Tom, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 12 years of experience in clinical practice. Although I work with a range of conditions, including Depression and Anxiety, I have a specialist interest in working with individuals struggling with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). My personal battles with OCD and depression allow me to empathise deeply with my clients, enabling me to provide understanding and supportive care.
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Sarika Prashar
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP17
A very warm welcome to you, my name is Sarika and I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I offer talking therapy, art and creative therapy to children, young people and adults. I also offer consultations to parents and carers, these are sessions to support, guide and give practical advice on how you can support your child’s mental health, wellbeing and any other challenges related to parenting. For further information or to book an appointment, feel free to get in touch by phone, text message or via email.
A very warm welcome to you, my name is Sarika and I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I offer talking therapy, art and creative therapy to children, young people and adults. I also offer consultations to parents and carers, these are sessions to support, guide and give practical advice on how you can support your child’s mental health, wellbeing and any other challenges related to parenting. For further information or to book an appointment, feel free to get in touch by phone, text message or via email.
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Tracy Harvey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Aylesbury HP21
As a therapist, I work with clients to help them deal with issues such as depression, anxiety and invasive thoughts. I believe that society is quick to label people and say “whats wrong with you?” whereas, I believe we should be asking “What happened to you?” My clients have included survivors of childhood abuse, neglect, sexual assault and those recovering from traumatic-based experiences that have affected their current quality of life. I offer bereavement counselling to help people navigate their pain and find their own way to make sense of their loss. I recognise that, as each person is unique, so is their grieving process.
As a therapist, I work with clients to help them deal with issues such as depression, anxiety and invasive thoughts. I believe that society is quick to label people and say “whats wrong with you?” whereas, I believe we should be asking “What happened to you?” My clients have included survivors of childhood abuse, neglect, sexual assault and those recovering from traumatic-based experiences that have affected their current quality of life. I offer bereavement counselling to help people navigate their pain and find their own way to make sense of their loss. I recognise that, as each person is unique, so is their grieving process.
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Sonja Kormann
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hemel Hempstead HP22
Not accepting new clients
You may be looking for a counsellor / psychotherapist because you feel low, unmotivated, stuck, confused or anxious. You may be grappling with a difficult situation in your life currently, or with something that has happened to you in the past. Perhaps you struggle with the dynamics in a close relationship or at work.
You may be looking for a counsellor / psychotherapist because you feel low, unmotivated, stuck, confused or anxious. You may be grappling with a difficult situation in your life currently, or with something that has happened to you in the past. Perhaps you struggle with the dynamics in a close relationship or at work.
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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.