Autism Counselling in Buckingham

Photo of Dr Morvwen Duncan, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Dr Morvwen Duncan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Buckingham MK18
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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Equine Enlightenment Psychological Services
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Buckingham MK18  (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
07588 695348 View 07588 695348
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Emma Spacek
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Buckingham MK18
I believe, that it is one thing to listen to someone when they speak, but it is another to truly hear what they are saying. In sessions my aim is to offer true warmth and honesty so that we can work together in a trusting therapeutic relationship. My work with clients covers many different aspects such as trauma, abuse, self-harm, bereavement, long term and life changing health issues, relationship difficulties, job dissatisfaction, life changes, depression or simply unexplained feelings of loss, fear and anxiety. Working together, at your pace, we can explore what is troubling you, and uncover any root causes
I believe, that it is one thing to listen to someone when they speak, but it is another to truly hear what they are saying. In sessions my aim is to offer true warmth and honesty so that we can work together in a trusting therapeutic relationship. My work with clients covers many different aspects such as trauma, abuse, self-harm, bereavement, long term and life changing health issues, relationship difficulties, job dissatisfaction, life changes, depression or simply unexplained feelings of loss, fear and anxiety. Working together, at your pace, we can explore what is troubling you, and uncover any root causes
01225 435026 View 01225 435026
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Anya Amrith
Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buckingham MK18
Are you finding life challenging? It may feel like something is holding you back, or perhaps you can’t feel yourself really living. You may have developed coping mechanisms that are negatively impacting your life. Maybe there are parts of you that feel disconnected, numb or shut down whilst you function through your daily life. Talking can be hard to do, even with those around you. I work alongside clients using symbol and metaphor to gently identify experiences that words are difficult to define. I help people with stress, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, sexual abuse, PTSD/CPTSD, OCD and much more.
Are you finding life challenging? It may feel like something is holding you back, or perhaps you can’t feel yourself really living. You may have developed coping mechanisms that are negatively impacting your life. Maybe there are parts of you that feel disconnected, numb or shut down whilst you function through your daily life. Talking can be hard to do, even with those around you. I work alongside clients using symbol and metaphor to gently identify experiences that words are difficult to define. I help people with stress, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, sexual abuse, PTSD/CPTSD, OCD and much more.
01280 733127 View 01280 733127
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Joanne Blythen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buckingham MK18
Hi, my name is JoJo and I am a qualified person-cantered counsellor based in Buckinghamshire - Milton Keynes. I work in person, online and offer walking sessions. I work with anyone over the age of 14 yrs, covering areas such as depression, anxiety, body image, disordered eating, self-harm, sexuality, LGBTQI, ADHD, neurodiversity and issues that may arise when we live in blended families. My approach is always to build up a relationship of trust, find common areas we can connect on and work at a pace that suits you. I have lived and worked in India and the US so have cross-cultural understanding.
Hi, my name is JoJo and I am a qualified person-cantered counsellor based in Buckinghamshire - Milton Keynes. I work in person, online and offer walking sessions. I work with anyone over the age of 14 yrs, covering areas such as depression, anxiety, body image, disordered eating, self-harm, sexuality, LGBTQI, ADHD, neurodiversity and issues that may arise when we live in blended families. My approach is always to build up a relationship of trust, find common areas we can connect on and work at a pace that suits you. I have lived and worked in India and the US so have cross-cultural understanding.
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Photo of Agnieszka Anna Hawkins - Senga Counselling, MA, MBACP, Counsellor
Senga Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bicester OX26
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
Bicester OX26
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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Healing Hope Therapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK9
I also have a special interest in Neurodiversity with lived experience in Autism and ADHD.
Hello and welcome to a little about me in your search to find the right counsellor. I am a qualified Counsellor and Hypnotherapist working with both adults and young people (12+) in Central Milton Keynes. You may be here for one reason or several, but what ever brings you I will provide a space that is accepting, warm and open for you to decide how much you want to share and when. The counselling path needs to be one that is done at your pace, in a way that is comfortable for you. I can use a number of different tools to help you work through difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self esteem difficulties, loss and trauma.
I also have a special interest in Neurodiversity with lived experience in Autism and ADHD.
Hello and welcome to a little about me in your search to find the right counsellor. I am a qualified Counsellor and Hypnotherapist working with both adults and young people (12+) in Central Milton Keynes. You may be here for one reason or several, but what ever brings you I will provide a space that is accepting, warm and open for you to decide how much you want to share and when. The counselling path needs to be one that is done at your pace, in a way that is comfortable for you. I can use a number of different tools to help you work through difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self esteem difficulties, loss and trauma.
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Sarah's Therapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK11  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello. I am currently offering online counselling sessions. I am an adult counsellor, 18+.I have a particular interest in Autism and ADHD, working in a education setting for past 15 years, with neurodiverse children and young people. I have experience and theories to enable us to explore this together. It will be a journey of ups and downs, challenging if that’s what you need/want, and that’s where I can help support you in these times. I currently volunteer counselling survivors of sexual assault/abuse, and domestic violence.
Hello. I am currently offering online counselling sessions. I am an adult counsellor, 18+.I have a particular interest in Autism and ADHD, working in a education setting for past 15 years, with neurodiverse children and young people. I have experience and theories to enable us to explore this together. It will be a journey of ups and downs, challenging if that’s what you need/want, and that’s where I can help support you in these times. I currently volunteer counselling survivors of sexual assault/abuse, and domestic violence.
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The Nurture Works
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX27
The Nurture Works are based in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Our founder, Jenna Goodgame, has over 20 years of therapeutic, educational and diagnostic experience. Alongside a passion for working with individuals and families The Nurture Works also offer supervision to clinicians, lecture at a number of educational establishments and offer consultancy. We have both a personal and professional passion in working with Neuro-Divergence and are trained to deliver ADOS, ADI-R and ADHD assessments.
The Nurture Works are based in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Our founder, Jenna Goodgame, has over 20 years of therapeutic, educational and diagnostic experience. Alongside a passion for working with individuals and families The Nurture Works also offer supervision to clinicians, lecture at a number of educational establishments and offer consultancy. We have both a personal and professional passion in working with Neuro-Divergence and are trained to deliver ADOS, ADI-R and ADHD assessments.
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Martin Leach
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Brackley NN13
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people who have experienced trauma in childhood or as an adult. You may be a survivor of physical and/or sexual and/or emotional abuse. You may have experienced loss or tragedy, personal violence or witnessed this. You may have PTSD or Complex PTSD, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, suicidal thoughts or thoughts of self-harm. Experiencing abuse of any kind can leave you with a whole range of difficult and challenging emotions and reactions, and we can feel confused, scared and unsure of many things. I will offer you an accepting and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings on your journey to recovery.
I work with people who have experienced trauma in childhood or as an adult. You may be a survivor of physical and/or sexual and/or emotional abuse. You may have experienced loss or tragedy, personal violence or witnessed this. You may have PTSD or Complex PTSD, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, suicidal thoughts or thoughts of self-harm. Experiencing abuse of any kind can leave you with a whole range of difficult and challenging emotions and reactions, and we can feel confused, scared and unsure of many things. I will offer you an accepting and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings on your journey to recovery.
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Carolyn Kempster
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milton Keynes MK3
Everyone faces difficult situations and painful experiences. As a person-centred counsellor, I offer you the space and time to explore whatever feels important, in a non-judgemental and safe setting. I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, change, and heal, given the right conditions. Through counselling, I hope to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered. It's important to me to offer authentic warmth and care to clients, and listen with empathy and understanding. Together we can explore ideas and options, helping you to imagine a new way forward.
Everyone faces difficult situations and painful experiences. As a person-centred counsellor, I offer you the space and time to explore whatever feels important, in a non-judgemental and safe setting. I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, change, and heal, given the right conditions. Through counselling, I hope to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered. It's important to me to offer authentic warmth and care to clients, and listen with empathy and understanding. Together we can explore ideas and options, helping you to imagine a new way forward.
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Anoushka Clark-Dunn
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX27
Are you feeling anxious or stressed, overthinking, experiencing relationship difficulties or feeling low or more tearful than usual? If you are struggling with any of the challenges mentioned above then you might need someone to talk to in a confidential space.
Are you feeling anxious or stressed, overthinking, experiencing relationship difficulties or feeling low or more tearful than usual? If you are struggling with any of the challenges mentioned above then you might need someone to talk to in a confidential space.
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Green Gables Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Waddesdon HP18
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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Remind MK
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK19
Confronting your mental health, accepting you need support and reaching out for help is a courageous step. I completely understand that the first step can be daunting and we will work together at a pace that suits you. I will spend as much time as you need explaining how I work and the methods I use. Your initial consultation will be about us getting to know each other, the emotions you’re experiencing; how they make you feel and how they are affecting your life and well-being. We will complete an assessment together which will allow an individually tailored treatment programme to be planned specifically for you.
Confronting your mental health, accepting you need support and reaching out for help is a courageous step. I completely understand that the first step can be daunting and we will work together at a pace that suits you. I will spend as much time as you need explaining how I work and the methods I use. Your initial consultation will be about us getting to know each other, the emotions you’re experiencing; how they make you feel and how they are affecting your life and well-being. We will complete an assessment together which will allow an individually tailored treatment programme to be planned specifically for you.
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Dr Alessia Price
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Brackley NN13
I am a qualified clinical psychologist, accredited by the HCPC, drawing on a range of psychological models to help individuals live more fully and I hope suffer less. My main focus is one-to-one support as well as couple and family work with the aim of working together to make life more positive, bearable, and fun. I also offer comprehensive and highly skilled cognitive assessments for children and adults, and assessments of Learning Disabilities in adults over the age of 18. My passion lies in supporting people to understand themselves better in order to achieve their objectives and maximise quality of life.
I am a qualified clinical psychologist, accredited by the HCPC, drawing on a range of psychological models to help individuals live more fully and I hope suffer less. My main focus is one-to-one support as well as couple and family work with the aim of working together to make life more positive, bearable, and fun. I also offer comprehensive and highly skilled cognitive assessments for children and adults, and assessments of Learning Disabilities in adults over the age of 18. My passion lies in supporting people to understand themselves better in order to achieve their objectives and maximise quality of life.
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Rachel Teare Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bicester OX27
I have been working for over 20 years with people who have a wide range of issues including, relationship and work problems, low self esteem, addictions and other forms of self harm, abuse, eating disorders, bereavement as well as people who suffer from stress and anxiety or feel low, depressed and suicidal. I am also qualified to work with couples and groups about relationships. Most of my training and work as a counsellor has been about really learning to listen to people, hearing the ‘music’ behind their words and sensing their deepest feelings, hurts, joys and fears as it is then that therapeutic healing can occur.
I have been working for over 20 years with people who have a wide range of issues including, relationship and work problems, low self esteem, addictions and other forms of self harm, abuse, eating disorders, bereavement as well as people who suffer from stress and anxiety or feel low, depressed and suicidal. I am also qualified to work with couples and groups about relationships. Most of my training and work as a counsellor has been about really learning to listen to people, hearing the ‘music’ behind their words and sensing their deepest feelings, hurts, joys and fears as it is then that therapeutic healing can occur.
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Smita Davé
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK5
I work as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist in an NHS CAMHS (Child and Adolesecent Services) service and a small private practice. I previously worked as nurse for 15 years in CAMHS and adult secondary care. I comepleted my MSc in CBT in 2015 and since then have worked as a CBT therapist in CAMHS and with adults. In my private practice I work with children, young people and adults with a variety of difficulties including mood and anxiety disorders including trauma focused CBT. I have also recenty trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desenstization Reprocessing) and offer EMDR to children, young people and adults.
I work as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist in an NHS CAMHS (Child and Adolesecent Services) service and a small private practice. I previously worked as nurse for 15 years in CAMHS and adult secondary care. I comepleted my MSc in CBT in 2015 and since then have worked as a CBT therapist in CAMHS and with adults. In my private practice I work with children, young people and adults with a variety of difficulties including mood and anxiety disorders including trauma focused CBT. I have also recenty trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desenstization Reprocessing) and offer EMDR to children, young people and adults.
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Abi Perryman
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK3
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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Glendene Care Uk Child and Family Wellbeing Centre
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK4
We are a team of qualified children and young people's therapists. We have 25 years experience of counselling children, young people and families, having worked in a variety of settings including schools, colleges and for the NSPCC all delivering therapeutic work. We are qualified practitioners in delivering DDP and VIG which are two attachment based therapeutic interventions used to strengthen and improve relationships between children and their primary carers. We are experienced in working with children and young people aged from 4 years to 30 years old. We use a range of age appropriate therapeutic interventions.
We are a team of qualified children and young people's therapists. We have 25 years experience of counselling children, young people and families, having worked in a variety of settings including schools, colleges and for the NSPCC all delivering therapeutic work. We are qualified practitioners in delivering DDP and VIG which are two attachment based therapeutic interventions used to strengthen and improve relationships between children and their primary carers. We are experienced in working with children and young people aged from 4 years to 30 years old. We use a range of age appropriate therapeutic interventions.
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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.