Autism Counselling in Kent

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Holly McCulloch
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
Hello! I support adults, children and young people to better understand themselves using a mixture of talking and creative therapy. Perhaps you struggle a lot with family conflict or an inner conflict where you are your worst critic. Maybe you or your child has had a recent ADHD or Autism diagnosis and you want some time and space to understand yourself better. You may want to improve your relationship with yourself and others or you're looking for support to unblock your creativity. Most importantly, you're looking to live a more playful, engaged and meaningful life.
Hello! I support adults, children and young people to better understand themselves using a mixture of talking and creative therapy. Perhaps you struggle a lot with family conflict or an inner conflict where you are your worst critic. Maybe you or your child has had a recent ADHD or Autism diagnosis and you want some time and space to understand yourself better. You may want to improve your relationship with yourself and others or you're looking for support to unblock your creativity. Most importantly, you're looking to live a more playful, engaged and meaningful life.
01227 230967 View 01227 230967
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Aira Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
I offer a clinical psychology service that is person-centred and integrative so that I can use what works best for your personal needs and circumstances. I place a lot of emphasis on ensuring clients feel comfortable so I can introduce visual work, sand tray, or similar if this is helpful. I am experienced in working with a range of issues relating to mental health and personality to include self-esteem, anxiety, low mood, peer relationships, autism, self-harm, and trauma. Specialist in ASC and ADHD diagnostic assessments.
I offer a clinical psychology service that is person-centred and integrative so that I can use what works best for your personal needs and circumstances. I place a lot of emphasis on ensuring clients feel comfortable so I can introduce visual work, sand tray, or similar if this is helpful. I am experienced in working with a range of issues relating to mental health and personality to include self-esteem, anxiety, low mood, peer relationships, autism, self-harm, and trauma. Specialist in ASC and ADHD diagnostic assessments.
0121 803 9271 View 0121 803 9271
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Autism Assessment Centre
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Ashford TN25
We offer comprehensive autism assessments, post-diagnostic support and autism training to schools.
The Autism Assessment Centre is run by a small, friendly and compassionate team. As the mother of a neurodivergent child, our lead clinician Dr Faye Millner, draws from her personal journey and intimately understands the emotions and challenges families face during the assessment and diagnostic process. This insight has strongly influenced her professional practice. Our commitment is to provide a service that prioritises transparency and emotional support right from the outset. This approach not only eases the journey for all involved but also lays the foundation for a comprehensive and accurate diagnostic report.
We offer comprehensive autism assessments, post-diagnostic support and autism training to schools.
The Autism Assessment Centre is run by a small, friendly and compassionate team. As the mother of a neurodivergent child, our lead clinician Dr Faye Millner, draws from her personal journey and intimately understands the emotions and challenges families face during the assessment and diagnostic process. This insight has strongly influenced her professional practice. Our commitment is to provide a service that prioritises transparency and emotional support right from the outset. This approach not only eases the journey for all involved but also lays the foundation for a comprehensive and accurate diagnostic report.
01303 763859 View 01303 763859
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Morgane Glaudot - ADHD and Autism assessments
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
I provide ADHD and ASD ( Autism) assessments and screenings both face-to-face and remote in the UK using psychometric questionnaires and interviews. Obtaining a diagnosis helps doctors and mental health clinicians tailor treatment plans to meet client needs and make the necessary change in the workplace and educational environments. This ensures individuals receive the necessary support and accommodations to enhance productivity and well-being. An accurate diagnosis opens access to resources and interventions, promoting better outcomes in both personal and professional life.
I provide ADHD and ASD ( Autism) assessments and screenings both face-to-face and remote in the UK using psychometric questionnaires and interviews. Obtaining a diagnosis helps doctors and mental health clinicians tailor treatment plans to meet client needs and make the necessary change in the workplace and educational environments. This ensures individuals receive the necessary support and accommodations to enhance productivity and well-being. An accurate diagnosis opens access to resources and interventions, promoting better outcomes in both personal and professional life.
01227 532642 View 01227 532642
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Jenny Blain Counselling & Clinical Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
My counselling practise provides a specialised service for young people and individuals with Autism and/or ADHD.
Hi there and welcome to Jenny Blain Counselling. I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor & clinical supervisor based in Canterbury. The core of my counselling practise is humanistic but I work in an integrative way, drawing from many different counselling theories to meet my clients' needs. I have experience working in educational settings such as colleges and special educational needs schools as well as in private practise. My clients are teenagers, young adults, adults and couples.
My counselling practise provides a specialised service for young people and individuals with Autism and/or ADHD.
Hi there and welcome to Jenny Blain Counselling. I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor & clinical supervisor based in Canterbury. The core of my counselling practise is humanistic but I work in an integrative way, drawing from many different counselling theories to meet my clients' needs. I have experience working in educational settings such as colleges and special educational needs schools as well as in private practise. My clients are teenagers, young adults, adults and couples.
01227 538061 View 01227 538061
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Iva Roberts
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Tonbridge TN9  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
01732 442140 View 01732 442140
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Your Time And Space
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialise in providing support with PTSD & a broad range of emotional concerns and clinical presentations including Anxiety, Depression and Autism, as well as supporting them through difficult life circumstances.
I create a relaxed, safe, open and confidential listening space and work with individuals to build an understanding of how their current difficulties emerged, what is perpetuating these difficulties, and to develop alternative coping strategies. I adopt a holistic, supportive and person-centred approach and believe in the importance of a therapeutic relationship. Occasionally, traditional 'talk' therapy can be intimidating for some young people, so where appropriate, l might invite more creative methods such as photographs, drawings, activities and games to help the young person relax and start to explore their worries. I adapt my
I specialise in providing support with PTSD & a broad range of emotional concerns and clinical presentations including Anxiety, Depression and Autism, as well as supporting them through difficult life circumstances.
I create a relaxed, safe, open and confidential listening space and work with individuals to build an understanding of how their current difficulties emerged, what is perpetuating these difficulties, and to develop alternative coping strategies. I adopt a holistic, supportive and person-centred approach and believe in the importance of a therapeutic relationship. Occasionally, traditional 'talk' therapy can be intimidating for some young people, so where appropriate, l might invite more creative methods such as photographs, drawings, activities and games to help the young person relax and start to explore their worries. I adapt my
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Liberate: Counselling to Empower
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
I specialise in working with anxiety, autism, ADHD, trauma, loss and stress, in addition to a wide range of issues.
Every experience shared is an opportunity to feel less alone. It is my firm belief that every person has the power within themselves to make choices and changes, take ownership of their lives, and determine the direction they wish to head. My aim is to promote empowerment, personal change and growth, and provide a non-judgemental space for clients to progress at their own pace. I have both personal and professional experience of working with neurodiversity and I welcome this - as I welcome people of all backgrounds - into my practice.
I specialise in working with anxiety, autism, ADHD, trauma, loss and stress, in addition to a wide range of issues.
Every experience shared is an opportunity to feel less alone. It is my firm belief that every person has the power within themselves to make choices and changes, take ownership of their lives, and determine the direction they wish to head. My aim is to promote empowerment, personal change and growth, and provide a non-judgemental space for clients to progress at their own pace. I have both personal and professional experience of working with neurodiversity and I welcome this - as I welcome people of all backgrounds - into my practice.
01435 518057 View 01435 518057
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The Spectrum Clinic
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Our Autism Assessment, ADHD Assessment sessions or other services can be booked directly with one of our friendly secretaries over the phone or via email.
The Spectrum Clinic has been established to provide a person-centred approach to assess for Autism and ADHD without compromising on quality and reliability of our assessments. Our patients are at the centre of what we do and every assessment starts with hearing about their journey. We use the gold standard tools for our assessments and follow the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines when offering our services. This means that our assessments are evidence-based and that our clinicians adhere to the highest standards of practice set in the UK.
Our Autism Assessment, ADHD Assessment sessions or other services can be booked directly with one of our friendly secretaries over the phone or via email.
The Spectrum Clinic has been established to provide a person-centred approach to assess for Autism and ADHD without compromising on quality and reliability of our assessments. Our patients are at the centre of what we do and every assessment starts with hearing about their journey. We use the gold standard tools for our assessments and follow the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines when offering our services. This means that our assessments are evidence-based and that our clinicians adhere to the highest standards of practice set in the UK.
020 3667 9039 View 020 3667 9039
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Victoria Richards
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Canterbury CT2  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with carers and adults with autism, on a range of topics.
Do you ever feel that life has become too overwhelming or that everyday tasks are a struggle? Is something from your past unresolved and affecting your life today? I believe we are all experts in our own lives and my role is to facilitate the exploration of those feelings with you together. I will support you in working towards any realistic goals that you would like to achieve. I understand that you may not know what support you need, what changes you want to happen or why you are feeling the way you do, but I am experienced to help you answer some of these questions so your life can begin to feel the way you would like it to.
I have extensive experience working with carers and adults with autism, on a range of topics.
Do you ever feel that life has become too overwhelming or that everyday tasks are a struggle? Is something from your past unresolved and affecting your life today? I believe we are all experts in our own lives and my role is to facilitate the exploration of those feelings with you together. I will support you in working towards any realistic goals that you would like to achieve. I understand that you may not know what support you need, what changes you want to happen or why you are feeling the way you do, but I am experienced to help you answer some of these questions so your life can begin to feel the way you would like it to.
020 3893 2883 View 020 3893 2883
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Cheryl Sieloff
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been a Integrative Counsellor since 2004. I also hold an MSc in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy Studies, plus a Diploma in Integrative Counselling Supervision. I worked within the Prison System as a Counsellor for 12 years, with clients who experienced issues around depression, abuse, trauma, addiction, self harm, grief and loss, anxiety, personality disorders, autism etc. I have also worked with organisations that support individuals that have experienced Domestic Abuse and Eating Disorders.
I have been a Integrative Counsellor since 2004. I also hold an MSc in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy Studies, plus a Diploma in Integrative Counselling Supervision. I worked within the Prison System as a Counsellor for 12 years, with clients who experienced issues around depression, abuse, trauma, addiction, self harm, grief and loss, anxiety, personality disorders, autism etc. I have also worked with organisations that support individuals that have experienced Domestic Abuse and Eating Disorders.
07427 562315 View 07427 562315
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Alaine Garnett
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Also with school aged children who suffer with anxiety and other comorbidities, mostly Autism.
Are you struggling? Could be with worrying about direction in your life, Brain fog with menopause, Anxiety with everyday life, A bereavement that has been difficult. We can work together to achieve a calmness giving you the skills based on your individual needs, therefore enabling you to be confident in moving forward. I can offer an honest and warm environment for you to feel safe to explore and understand any difficulties you're experiencing. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, you may have a particular problem that is concerning you, a traumatic experience, sometimes our loved ones are too close to hear how we really feel.
Also with school aged children who suffer with anxiety and other comorbidities, mostly Autism.
Are you struggling? Could be with worrying about direction in your life, Brain fog with menopause, Anxiety with everyday life, A bereavement that has been difficult. We can work together to achieve a calmness giving you the skills based on your individual needs, therefore enabling you to be confident in moving forward. I can offer an honest and warm environment for you to feel safe to explore and understand any difficulties you're experiencing. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, you may have a particular problem that is concerning you, a traumatic experience, sometimes our loved ones are too close to hear how we really feel.
01474 554908 View 01474 554908
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Anna-Marie Taylor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
I'm a qualified CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Integrative Counsellor and I help adults and adolescents to get out of stuck, negative emotional states such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Hurt and Shame. I'm trained to work with a broad range of psychological health challenges including; Anxiety, Panic attacks, Depression, Insomnia, Agoraphobia, overwhelming feelings, Phobias, OCD, Autism, low self-worth and confidence, to name but a few. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving using a range of CBT models and EMDR.
I'm a qualified CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Integrative Counsellor and I help adults and adolescents to get out of stuck, negative emotional states such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Hurt and Shame. I'm trained to work with a broad range of psychological health challenges including; Anxiety, Panic attacks, Depression, Insomnia, Agoraphobia, overwhelming feelings, Phobias, OCD, Autism, low self-worth and confidence, to name but a few. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving using a range of CBT models and EMDR.
01202 125112 View 01202 125112
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Angela Mary Curwen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Working as an integrative counsellor I have experience of working with clients living with: Anxiety, Depression, Childhood & Adult Trauma, Personality Disorder, Neurodiversity Including Autism and ADHD, Struggles with Self-Belief, Self Esteem & Self Confidence. I am an integrative counsellor working from a Person-Centred perspective. This means that I believe you are the best expert in yourself and this will be the basis of our work together. ​ ​
Working as an integrative counsellor I have experience of working with clients living with: Anxiety, Depression, Childhood & Adult Trauma, Personality Disorder, Neurodiversity Including Autism and ADHD, Struggles with Self-Belief, Self Esteem & Self Confidence. I am an integrative counsellor working from a Person-Centred perspective. This means that I believe you are the best expert in yourself and this will be the basis of our work together. ​ ​
01304 796831 View 01304 796831
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Lisa King Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
I have lived experience of children with Autism & ADHD and know the struggles that parents can have with this.
I am a warm, friendly person and have experienced the positive, life changing affects that counselling can have on a person. I work hard to create a trusting therapeutic relationship with you so that you can feel safe and supported in our sessions together. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, because only you know how it really feels to be you and that can feel like a lonely place sometimes. Together, we can explore what is causing your distress and find ways to help. I have a lot of experience working with anxiety and have witnessed how overwhelming it can be and the affect it can have on your quality of life.
I have lived experience of children with Autism & ADHD and know the struggles that parents can have with this.
I am a warm, friendly person and have experienced the positive, life changing affects that counselling can have on a person. I work hard to create a trusting therapeutic relationship with you so that you can feel safe and supported in our sessions together. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, because only you know how it really feels to be you and that can feel like a lonely place sometimes. Together, we can explore what is causing your distress and find ways to help. I have a lot of experience working with anxiety and have witnessed how overwhelming it can be and the affect it can have on your quality of life.
01634 980680 View 01634 980680
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Amanda Jefferies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
I work with a variety of different mental health issues including - stress and anxiety, depression, autism, sexuality and gender issues, self harm, anger management, emotional regulation, trauma, loss and grief and relationship difficulties to name a few.
I have 12 years experience working with children and young people in schools and counselling with the NHS. I also have 5 years counselling experience with adults. I can work in a solution focussed way or longer term depending on what you need. I can use a variety of counselling modalities to help you achieve your goals. I will reply to all contact promptly, please check your junk inbox if you have not received a reply within 5 working days.
I work with a variety of different mental health issues including - stress and anxiety, depression, autism, sexuality and gender issues, self harm, anger management, emotional regulation, trauma, loss and grief and relationship difficulties to name a few.
I have 12 years experience working with children and young people in schools and counselling with the NHS. I also have 5 years counselling experience with adults. I can work in a solution focussed way or longer term depending on what you need. I can use a variety of counselling modalities to help you achieve your goals. I will reply to all contact promptly, please check your junk inbox if you have not received a reply within 5 working days.
01303 761502 View 01303 761502
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The Goddard Clinic
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
Verified Verified
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism. Although I primarily use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) in my work, I also draw on a variety of other therapy approaches so that I can tailor my therapy to your individual needs. I work privately with individuals and couples and I am also experienced at working with children from the age of 13 years.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism. Although I primarily use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) in my work, I also draw on a variety of other therapy approaches so that I can tailor my therapy to your individual needs. I work privately with individuals and couples and I am also experienced at working with children from the age of 13 years.
01732 496755 View 01732 496755
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Breeze Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Ashford TN23
I also have experience working with Autism and friends/family this may affect.
Phone appointments now available. Hello, I'm Lena and I want to help you feel better. I strive to see all new clients within 48 hours so please call - let's start to make you feel more like you. Trying to find the right counsellor for you can be a daunting prospect and seeking help is hard. We all experience challenging periods in life and I would like to help you find your way through. If you are finding it difficult to cope and you are looking for more peace in yourself, I am genuinely looking forward to helping you find the right answers for you. They are there, some times we just need help finding them.
I also have experience working with Autism and friends/family this may affect.
Phone appointments now available. Hello, I'm Lena and I want to help you feel better. I strive to see all new clients within 48 hours so please call - let's start to make you feel more like you. Trying to find the right counsellor for you can be a daunting prospect and seeking help is hard. We all experience challenging periods in life and I would like to help you find your way through. If you are finding it difficult to cope and you are looking for more peace in yourself, I am genuinely looking forward to helping you find the right answers for you. They are there, some times we just need help finding them.
01233 225088 View 01233 225088
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Jacqueline Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ashford TN25
My name is Jacqueline and I qualified as a counsellor in 2008. I have since worked with a wide variety of issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self worth, lack of confidence, addiction, relational issues such as couples, autism, understanding self concept, shyness and much more. I believe that the professional working relationship between the counsellor and client is of fundamental importance as it provides opportunities in which change can occur. For that reason I provide a free assessment of your needs. Also meeting myself prior to engaging in any counseling will help you to decide if I would be the right counsellor for you.
My name is Jacqueline and I qualified as a counsellor in 2008. I have since worked with a wide variety of issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self worth, lack of confidence, addiction, relational issues such as couples, autism, understanding self concept, shyness and much more. I believe that the professional working relationship between the counsellor and client is of fundamental importance as it provides opportunities in which change can occur. For that reason I provide a free assessment of your needs. Also meeting myself prior to engaging in any counseling will help you to decide if I would be the right counsellor for you.
01233 225874 View 01233 225874
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Your Time and Space
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
I am an integrative counsellor and senior psychological therapist with over 8000 hours of clinical practice. I offer a range of therapeutic resources to support adults, adolescents, children and families when they are struggling to resolve psychological issues. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, working with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences and also specialise in treating the psychological effects of serious or terminal illness.
I am an integrative counsellor and senior psychological therapist with over 8000 hours of clinical practice. I offer a range of therapeutic resources to support adults, adolescents, children and families when they are struggling to resolve psychological issues. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, working with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences and also specialise in treating the psychological effects of serious or terminal illness.
07723 452091 View 07723 452091
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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.