Autism Therapists in Litchfield Park, AZ
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Stepping Stones Behavior Suppport, AZ
Behavior Analyst, MA, BCBA
Verified Verified
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
We do NOT provide Counseling Services. Autism diagnosis required for insurance to cover ABA services. SSBS, LLC uses the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to promote learning in the natural environment and address behaviors that affect communication, functional living skills, and social interactions. Melissa became a BCBA in 2017, her desire to work with children with special needs led her to the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Melissa has over 10 years of experience working with children with special needs. She has experience with both in-home and clinical settings as a supervisor, and parent trainer.
We do NOT provide Counseling Services. Autism diagnosis required for insurance to cover ABA services. SSBS, LLC uses the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to promote learning in the natural environment and address behaviors that affect communication, functional living skills, and social interactions. Melissa became a BCBA in 2017, her desire to work with children with special needs led her to the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Melissa has over 10 years of experience working with children with special needs. She has experience with both in-home and clinical settings as a supervisor, and parent trainer.
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CBIT Therapy for Tics & Tourette - Help For Tics
Occupational Therapist, MS, OTR/L
Verified Verified
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
Are you tired of struggling with your tics? Are you avoiding activities because of your tics? Watching your child ride a rollercoaster of waxing and waning tics, and feeling helpless? I help families, children and adults learn better ways to cope with their tics, and they end their sessions with me feeling more empowered, and having new tools in their toolbelt that REALLY work! Beyond helping you with your tics, I provide IEP/504 advocacy and support, so that you can go into your next meeting feeling confident and supported.
Are you tired of struggling with your tics? Are you avoiding activities because of your tics? Watching your child ride a rollercoaster of waxing and waning tics, and feeling helpless? I help families, children and adults learn better ways to cope with their tics, and they end their sessions with me feeling more empowered, and having new tools in their toolbelt that REALLY work! Beyond helping you with your tics, I provide IEP/504 advocacy and support, so that you can go into your next meeting feeling confident and supported.
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Are you struggling in your role as a parent? Does your child have a need that you are not sure how to meet? Are you having difficulty coparenting? Have you tried to bring harmony to your family and nothing is working? You may need an expert with over 25 years of experience in partnering with parents to help them understand and help their child's developmental, behavioral, and educational needs. My goal as a Behavior Analyst (MT & AZ), Family Coach, and Neurofeedback practitioner is to help you and your family find connection and strengthen your family unit.
Are you struggling in your role as a parent? Does your child have a need that you are not sure how to meet? Are you having difficulty coparenting? Have you tried to bring harmony to your family and nothing is working? You may need an expert with over 25 years of experience in partnering with parents to help them understand and help their child's developmental, behavioral, and educational needs. My goal as a Behavior Analyst (MT & AZ), Family Coach, and Neurofeedback practitioner is to help you and your family find connection and strengthen your family unit.
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Micaela Wamboldt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CFRC, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Do you struggle with accepting your identity, past trauma, relationships, mood, or self-esteem? There are many issues that individuals struggle with and it can be difficult to face these struggles on your own. I am here to help. Together, we can explore these issues in depth and work to meet your personal goals. I use a trauma focused, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral approach in my work with clients and am dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals to create a healthier mindset and lifestyle. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified First Responder Counselor. I am trained in EMDR therapy.
Do you struggle with accepting your identity, past trauma, relationships, mood, or self-esteem? There are many issues that individuals struggle with and it can be difficult to face these struggles on your own. I am here to help. Together, we can explore these issues in depth and work to meet your personal goals. I use a trauma focused, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral approach in my work with clients and am dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals to create a healthier mindset and lifestyle. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified First Responder Counselor. I am trained in EMDR therapy.
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Feeling anxious, depressed or don't know how to cope? You may feel frustrated, but determined to find relief. Using best practices, including teletherapy, you can have confidence in working with me to be happy again! We will work to clear up your problem and return you quickly to your work and hobbies. I often tell new patients, "You're not telling me anything I don't think we can work through". Reach out and find out how I can help you! I want you to thrive and be happy!
Feeling anxious, depressed or don't know how to cope? You may feel frustrated, but determined to find relief. Using best practices, including teletherapy, you can have confidence in working with me to be happy again! We will work to clear up your problem and return you quickly to your work and hobbies. I often tell new patients, "You're not telling me anything I don't think we can work through". Reach out and find out how I can help you! I want you to thrive and be happy!
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Urim Recovery - EMDR, ADHD/Autism & Trauma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LCSW, ASDCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Goodyear, AZ 85338
I welcome all those needing support to feel connected, empowered and confident to meet life's challenges. Shift from reactivity to response. I help individuals, regardless of their ability to name their pain, to focus on taking care of themselves to recover from relational distress, loss & burnout. In our time together, we will work on restoring the trust, confidence and sense of self often depleted as a result of relational trauma and life experiences. I specialize in treating complex and attachment related trauma, ADHD as well as autism, from a relational and developmentally based perspective using EMDR, IPSRT and EFT.
I welcome all those needing support to feel connected, empowered and confident to meet life's challenges. Shift from reactivity to response. I help individuals, regardless of their ability to name their pain, to focus on taking care of themselves to recover from relational distress, loss & burnout. In our time together, we will work on restoring the trust, confidence and sense of self often depleted as a result of relational trauma and life experiences. I specialize in treating complex and attachment related trauma, ADHD as well as autism, from a relational and developmentally based perspective using EMDR, IPSRT and EFT.
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Hope Lyons
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, AZ 85307
Waitlist for new clients
Since working with children with autism spectrum disorder, adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, and adhd has been a joy for me personally and professionally.
Just opened Saturday availability 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Regular hours are Tuesday thru Friday 11:30 am-to last appointment begins at 6:30 pm. I view every individual is the expert in their own lives. Our relationships and life experiences shape us into distinct people with different life outlooks. The Individuals who come see me are 6 + kiddos, teenagers, and adults. With challenges of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship, social challenges, communication and parental issues with child development to name a few.
Since working with children with autism spectrum disorder, adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, and adhd has been a joy for me personally and professionally.
Just opened Saturday availability 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Regular hours are Tuesday thru Friday 11:30 am-to last appointment begins at 6:30 pm. I view every individual is the expert in their own lives. Our relationships and life experiences shape us into distinct people with different life outlooks. The Individuals who come see me are 6 + kiddos, teenagers, and adults. With challenges of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship, social challenges, communication and parental issues with child development to name a few.
![Photo of Kathryn Murdaugh, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4445eed3-98d1-432a-a177-467ffcb0d4ab/1/320x400.png)
Hello there! Thanks for visiting my profile. I have been practicing for 8 years as a licensed professional counselor. I work with clients ages 18-65 and use a variety of specialized approaches depending on the needs of my client.I provide support and education using a trauma informed and responsive approach to therapy. I enjoy using a framework that focuses on wellness and self-compassion practices as well as cognitive behavioral treatment (CBT) and mindful and somatic experiencing when appropriate.
Hello there! Thanks for visiting my profile. I have been practicing for 8 years as a licensed professional counselor. I work with clients ages 18-65 and use a variety of specialized approaches depending on the needs of my client.I provide support and education using a trauma informed and responsive approach to therapy. I enjoy using a framework that focuses on wellness and self-compassion practices as well as cognitive behavioral treatment (CBT) and mindful and somatic experiencing when appropriate.
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Betty Beltran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tolleson, AZ 85353 (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to work along side with you; helping you acknowledge and embrace your own feelings, and to help you heal inside out. Either we grew up in functional or dysfunctional families, we all have been affected in one way or another by our surroundings, care givers and other people in our lives, and as a result of that we find ourselves dealing with some difficult feelings that make no sense to us, those can be depression, anxiety, dissociation, etc. that are preventing us from being fully present and using our full potential in life. We can heal by learning to acknowledge and embrace our feelings.
My goal as a therapist is to work along side with you; helping you acknowledge and embrace your own feelings, and to help you heal inside out. Either we grew up in functional or dysfunctional families, we all have been affected in one way or another by our surroundings, care givers and other people in our lives, and as a result of that we find ourselves dealing with some difficult feelings that make no sense to us, those can be depression, anxiety, dissociation, etc. that are preventing us from being fully present and using our full potential in life. We can heal by learning to acknowledge and embrace our feelings.
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Do you struggle with depression or anxiety? Is it hard for you to regulate your emotions? Are you experiencing difficulties with executive functions such as planning, organization, and concentration? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I am here to help. My main reason for being a mental health provider is because I Iove encouraging, listening to, and empowering others. I use a strengths based approach and will support you in rewriting a narrative for your life full of hope. Please know that it will be my privilege to accompany you for a bit of your life journey and that I want to be a support and resource for you.
Do you struggle with depression or anxiety? Is it hard for you to regulate your emotions? Are you experiencing difficulties with executive functions such as planning, organization, and concentration? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I am here to help. My main reason for being a mental health provider is because I Iove encouraging, listening to, and empowering others. I use a strengths based approach and will support you in rewriting a narrative for your life full of hope. Please know that it will be my privilege to accompany you for a bit of your life journey and that I want to be a support and resource for you.
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Do you want more for yourself, but cant quite picture what that looks like? Perhaps you know exactly what changes you'd like to see? Are you ready? As a skilled therapist, I have many tools to assist others in clearly identifying, and meeting, their goals. However, the most valuable tool in this process is us: our relationship. Being able to feel connected, be yourself, and feel seen is hugely healing in itself. I am flexible in my approach, adapting my skills to your needs. I will help you clearly identify what gives you meaning and purpose, while cultivating your strengths to live in alignment with your values.
Do you want more for yourself, but cant quite picture what that looks like? Perhaps you know exactly what changes you'd like to see? Are you ready? As a skilled therapist, I have many tools to assist others in clearly identifying, and meeting, their goals. However, the most valuable tool in this process is us: our relationship. Being able to feel connected, be yourself, and feel seen is hugely healing in itself. I am flexible in my approach, adapting my skills to your needs. I will help you clearly identify what gives you meaning and purpose, while cultivating your strengths to live in alignment with your values.
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Brandon Chatfield
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (Online Only)
I am committed to offering the highest levels of mental health care to you and your loved ones. The process of therapy can be very helpful in treating a variety of behavioral and mental health issues that get in the way of fulfilling your potential. Everyone wants to live their best life and tailoring a treatment strategy to your specific needs can go a long way in developing the resilience to overcome life’s challenges. I want to be with you along the journey of healing, wellness, and happiness.
I am committed to offering the highest levels of mental health care to you and your loved ones. The process of therapy can be very helpful in treating a variety of behavioral and mental health issues that get in the way of fulfilling your potential. Everyone wants to live their best life and tailoring a treatment strategy to your specific needs can go a long way in developing the resilience to overcome life’s challenges. I want to be with you along the journey of healing, wellness, and happiness.
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I work with individuals, specializing in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I have enjoyed working with clients of especially vulnerable populations such as those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (including ASD), those who identify as LGBTQ+, those with histories of trauma, and other minoritized populations. I believe that therapy is most successful when clients are empowered to set their own priorities. I also believe that secure attachment and feeling safe are essential to the healing process.
I work with individuals, specializing in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I have enjoyed working with clients of especially vulnerable populations such as those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (including ASD), those who identify as LGBTQ+, those with histories of trauma, and other minoritized populations. I believe that therapy is most successful when clients are empowered to set their own priorities. I also believe that secure attachment and feeling safe are essential to the healing process.
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I offer effective and individualized therapy. I diagnose and treat a number of psychiatric conditions. My focus is to help people become open and comfortable to achieve their goals and follow their values.
I offer effective and individualized therapy. I diagnose and treat a number of psychiatric conditions. My focus is to help people become open and comfortable to achieve their goals and follow their values.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona with a strengths-based, integrative approach to psychotherapy. I have worked as a mental and behavioral health therapist for the past five years. I have experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, serious mental illness (SMI), trauma, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and suicidal ideation/self-harm. Let’s meet to discuss how we might work together to help you overcome current challenges, find the path to accomplishing your goals, and thrive!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona with a strengths-based, integrative approach to psychotherapy. I have worked as a mental and behavioral health therapist for the past five years. I have experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, serious mental illness (SMI), trauma, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and suicidal ideation/self-harm. Let’s meet to discuss how we might work together to help you overcome current challenges, find the path to accomplishing your goals, and thrive!
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I enjoy helping people gain perspective on their fears that cause anxiety, depression, and relationship issues so that they can learn to overcome their stressors and live their best life.
I enjoy helping people gain perspective on their fears that cause anxiety, depression, and relationship issues so that they can learn to overcome their stressors and live their best life.
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More Life Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS LPC , BHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodyear, AZ 85338
I enjoy working with families struggling with interpersonal relationships, pre and post marital issues, communication difficulties, substance abuse, and trauma. I have experience working with individuals dealing with addictions and recovery, depression, stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self esteem, grief, anger management, self harming issues, and borderline personality disorder.
I enjoy working with families struggling with interpersonal relationships, pre and post marital issues, communication difficulties, substance abuse, and trauma. I have experience working with individuals dealing with addictions and recovery, depression, stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self esteem, grief, anger management, self harming issues, and borderline personality disorder.
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Alliance Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85379
I invite you to interview me at No Charge by phone. As a WA licensed mental health counselor/AZ licensed professional counselor (master's degree in counseling) I respect clients regardless of their life challenges and recognize them as the one in charge of the counseling. All individuals will have emotional issues at one time or another. I believe those who seek counseling exemplify traits of personal courage & strength. I employ a variety of therapeutic techniques from the cognitive-behavioral & psychoanalytic approaches & address codependency & addiction.
I invite you to interview me at No Charge by phone. As a WA licensed mental health counselor/AZ licensed professional counselor (master's degree in counseling) I respect clients regardless of their life challenges and recognize them as the one in charge of the counseling. All individuals will have emotional issues at one time or another. I believe those who seek counseling exemplify traits of personal courage & strength. I employ a variety of therapeutic techniques from the cognitive-behavioral & psychoanalytic approaches & address codependency & addiction.
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I am a passionate advocate for diverse groups and am currently a Ph.D. candidate in Counselor Education. My research focuses on cultural humility and social justice advocacy. I am well-versed in the dynamics that contribute to behavioral health issues and mental health disparities. I have a deep compassion for the underserved and communities of color, and LGBTQI+ communities. I am trained in EMDR trauma therapy and work deeply with Attachment Theory and trauma-focused healing. As a former school counselor, I greatly understand systemic barriers, the impact of childhood experiences, and foundational issues that can impact one's life.
I am a passionate advocate for diverse groups and am currently a Ph.D. candidate in Counselor Education. My research focuses on cultural humility and social justice advocacy. I am well-versed in the dynamics that contribute to behavioral health issues and mental health disparities. I have a deep compassion for the underserved and communities of color, and LGBTQI+ communities. I am trained in EMDR trauma therapy and work deeply with Attachment Theory and trauma-focused healing. As a former school counselor, I greatly understand systemic barriers, the impact of childhood experiences, and foundational issues that can impact one's life.
![Photo of Wendy J Pauluk, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3caded48-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
As a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD), I've helped thousands of clients of every age, gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation recapture their lives from bipolar & mood disorders, TBI, anxiety and depression, struggles with domestic & sexual abuse, PTSD, fears, trauma, and coping with situations surrounding death & dying. Having the highest level of medical credential in Psychology and Psychotherapy, you can rely on getting a treatment regime customized for you, whether it's using psychoeducation, gestalt principles, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The force that is derailing your life can be tamed or banished altogether.
As a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD), I've helped thousands of clients of every age, gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation recapture their lives from bipolar & mood disorders, TBI, anxiety and depression, struggles with domestic & sexual abuse, PTSD, fears, trauma, and coping with situations surrounding death & dying. Having the highest level of medical credential in Psychology and Psychotherapy, you can rely on getting a treatment regime customized for you, whether it's using psychoeducation, gestalt principles, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The force that is derailing your life can be tamed or banished altogether.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.