Autism Therapists in Concord, CA
Antolyn S Rosales
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94521 (Online Only)
Living with Autism, Depression, ADHD, or Anxiety can be incredibly challenging and isolating. Finding the right support and guidance to navigate these complex conditions is difficult. Traditional therapy approaches often fall short of addressing the unique needs and challenges associated with these conditions, leaving individuals and families feeling frustrated and overwhelmed.
Living with Autism, Depression, ADHD, or Anxiety can be incredibly challenging and isolating. Finding the right support and guidance to navigate these complex conditions is difficult. Traditional therapy approaches often fall short of addressing the unique needs and challenges associated with these conditions, leaving individuals and families feeling frustrated and overwhelmed.
Jenny J Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94518 (Online Only)
Her dissertation was on "Autism in Korean American Families.
Know Thyself! Jenny believes that everyone carries a powerful tool inside them that makes everything possible! By learning about the resources and positive inner-tools that you already own, you can better understand yourself, your troubles, and the choices that you can make. Jenny helps you to become aware of your options, while helping you understand how to utilize them with your inner-strengths and tools.
Her dissertation was on "Autism in Korean American Families.
Know Thyself! Jenny believes that everyone carries a powerful tool inside them that makes everything possible! By learning about the resources and positive inner-tools that you already own, you can better understand yourself, your troubles, and the choices that you can make. Jenny helps you to become aware of your options, while helping you understand how to utilize them with your inner-strengths and tools.
Areas of specialty include: psychoeducational assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and Learning Disabilities (LDs); advocacy and support for the LGBTQ+ community; and support for families navigating the special education system.
I provide comprehensive, strengths-based, and neurodiversity-affirming psychoeducational assessments for children, teens, and young adults across the greater Bay Area. My biggest goal in my work is to help people understand and navigate their educational and mental health worlds in a way that makes them feel seen, heard, and respected so that they are able to live personally meaningful lives and contribute their unique and important value to society. I strive to educate and advocate for the children, teens, and families that I work with.
Areas of specialty include: psychoeducational assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and Learning Disabilities (LDs); advocacy and support for the LGBTQ+ community; and support for families navigating the special education system.
I provide comprehensive, strengths-based, and neurodiversity-affirming psychoeducational assessments for children, teens, and young adults across the greater Bay Area. My biggest goal in my work is to help people understand and navigate their educational and mental health worlds in a way that makes them feel seen, heard, and respected so that they are able to live personally meaningful lives and contribute their unique and important value to society. I strive to educate and advocate for the children, teens, and families that I work with.
Hi! I have been a licensed therapist since 2015. My clinical training and experience comprised working in the nonpublic school system and mental health setting with children and adolescents with ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and behavioral and emotional disorders. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, crisis, and loss. In addition, I have worked with families and adults in a variety of areas and life transitions, such as divorce, single parenthood, and blended families.
Hi! I have been a licensed therapist since 2015. My clinical training and experience comprised working in the nonpublic school system and mental health setting with children and adolescents with ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and behavioral and emotional disorders. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, crisis, and loss. In addition, I have worked with families and adults in a variety of areas and life transitions, such as divorce, single parenthood, and blended families.
My name is Ross Zellner, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I provide telehealth services in the state of California. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in OCD, anxiety, stress, depression, autism, and more. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure, and Response Prevention Therapy, and other evidence-based practices to help my clients meet their treatment goals.
My name is Ross Zellner, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I provide telehealth services in the state of California. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in OCD, anxiety, stress, depression, autism, and more. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure, and Response Prevention Therapy, and other evidence-based practices to help my clients meet their treatment goals.
For all of its rewards, parenting is also incredibly challenging. Do you find yourself thinking . . . I dread putting her to bed every night because I know it will be a struggle. I can't go to the grocery store because he always has a meltdown at checkout. We'll never to able to go out to eat as a family. Why does he only eat yellow foods?! You're not alone. Many parents struggle with how to address their child's challenging behaviors. My goal is to teach you how to use behavioral strategies to turn chaos into calm.
For all of its rewards, parenting is also incredibly challenging. Do you find yourself thinking . . . I dread putting her to bed every night because I know it will be a struggle. I can't go to the grocery store because he always has a meltdown at checkout. We'll never to able to go out to eat as a family. Why does he only eat yellow foods?! You're not alone. Many parents struggle with how to address their child's challenging behaviors. My goal is to teach you how to use behavioral strategies to turn chaos into calm.
Maureen McLaughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94521 (Online Only)
Life can be very confusing sometimes! My understanding is that each of us are different and there is no easy answer for many of life's questions. And, I am happy to be engaged in the mystery of life with you. Using my humanistic and transperonal approach, the goal with my clients is to discover how life's meaning is created for them and what coping skills can be used to help through this process.
Life can be very confusing sometimes! My understanding is that each of us are different and there is no easy answer for many of life's questions. And, I am happy to be engaged in the mystery of life with you. Using my humanistic and transperonal approach, the goal with my clients is to discover how life's meaning is created for them and what coping skills can be used to help through this process.
My name is Georgina Kasih, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in the areas of relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss, ADHD, and ASD. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Problem-Solving Therapy, CBT, Seeking Safety, and somatic therapy techniques, among many other strategies, to help my clients achieve their personal goals. My therapeutic approach is tailored specifically to the needs of my clients.
My name is Georgina Kasih, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in the areas of relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss, ADHD, and ASD. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Problem-Solving Therapy, CBT, Seeking Safety, and somatic therapy techniques, among many other strategies, to help my clients achieve their personal goals. My therapeutic approach is tailored specifically to the needs of my clients.
I specialize in numerous issues but especially children and teens. I believe in working with my patients. When you come to my office you are trusting me with your life or your child's life. I want to work as a team and for you to ask questions as needed. Most people are coming to therapy for stressful reasons and I am ready to help I treat everyone I work with like a family member. But I am kind and get the job done because that is why you came to me. I look forward to working with you.
I specialize in numerous issues but especially children and teens. I believe in working with my patients. When you come to my office you are trusting me with your life or your child's life. I want to work as a team and for you to ask questions as needed. Most people are coming to therapy for stressful reasons and I am ready to help I treat everyone I work with like a family member. But I am kind and get the job done because that is why you came to me. I look forward to working with you.
Is your child experiencing challenging behaviors? Have you or a family member had a recent stressful event or transition? Having trouble with intense emotional responses or reactions? Has there been a trauma that is causing anxiety or upset in your family? Families can become overwhelmed by stage-of-life transitions, can be at a loss as to how to help their intensely emotional children, or address the special and behavioral needs of individual family members or children. I will help you assess and plan for these special needs and develop a family behavior plan that targets specific areas for positive change.
Is your child experiencing challenging behaviors? Have you or a family member had a recent stressful event or transition? Having trouble with intense emotional responses or reactions? Has there been a trauma that is causing anxiety or upset in your family? Families can become overwhelmed by stage-of-life transitions, can be at a loss as to how to help their intensely emotional children, or address the special and behavioral needs of individual family members or children. I will help you assess and plan for these special needs and develop a family behavior plan that targets specific areas for positive change.
Elisa E Hughes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94519 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients to my virtual practice. This is Telehealth only and private pay. New clients can have appointments within two weeks. I work from a Strength Based, Strategic therapy model which means I am about addressing the issues and not just here for venting. If you want to change things in your life, career or relationships I will join you in that corner. If you would like to proceed please use the email feature to tell me a bit about yourself and what you are looking for, as well as days and times that work best for you. I look forward to working with you.
I am currently accepting new clients to my virtual practice. This is Telehealth only and private pay. New clients can have appointments within two weeks. I work from a Strength Based, Strategic therapy model which means I am about addressing the issues and not just here for venting. If you want to change things in your life, career or relationships I will join you in that corner. If you would like to proceed please use the email feature to tell me a bit about yourself and what you are looking for, as well as days and times that work best for you. I look forward to working with you.
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I enjoy working with adolescents living with a wide range of presenting concerns. I provide individual counseling for teens, along with family sessions. I work within a collaborative model, integrating treatment techniques to build autonomy and coping skills. I work with teens and their community, to develop specific emotional, social, academic/education, and transitional goals. I have particular expertise in adolescents living with emotional disturbances, behavioral challenges, anger, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and trauma.
I enjoy working with adolescents living with a wide range of presenting concerns. I provide individual counseling for teens, along with family sessions. I work within a collaborative model, integrating treatment techniques to build autonomy and coping skills. I work with teens and their community, to develop specific emotional, social, academic/education, and transitional goals. I have particular expertise in adolescents living with emotional disturbances, behavioral challenges, anger, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and trauma.
At Gonzales Family Counseling, it is our honor to develop a client centered relationship in order to promote hope, healing, and accessing one's best self. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, parents, and families.
At Gonzales Family Counseling, it is our honor to develop a client centered relationship in order to promote hope, healing, and accessing one's best self. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, parents, and families.
Welcome! My name is Nicholas Malenka. I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist. If you have difficulty with anxiety, sadness, interpersonal relationships, and life changes, my practice is here to help. My goal is to provide clients with the insight and tools they need to move to improve their overall mental health. I utilize an eclectic approach that may include one or more therapeutic modalities based on each client's needs, goals, and challenges. I often employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Strength-Based Therapy modalities.
Welcome! My name is Nicholas Malenka. I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist. If you have difficulty with anxiety, sadness, interpersonal relationships, and life changes, my practice is here to help. My goal is to provide clients with the insight and tools they need to move to improve their overall mental health. I utilize an eclectic approach that may include one or more therapeutic modalities based on each client's needs, goals, and challenges. I often employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Strength-Based Therapy modalities.
My therapeutic style is to be engaging and empathetic and assist the client in identifying why they're in need of counseling services. My nonjudgmental approach helps you feel understood, heard, and secure, allowing you to feel comfortable sharing intimate concerns and worries. I utilize various modalities such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Solution focused therapy, and Dialectic Behavioral Like therapeutic approach, along with a family systems approach to assist you in reaching your therapeutic goals. By giving yourself grace, you will be able to move forward and grow.
My therapeutic style is to be engaging and empathetic and assist the client in identifying why they're in need of counseling services. My nonjudgmental approach helps you feel understood, heard, and secure, allowing you to feel comfortable sharing intimate concerns and worries. I utilize various modalities such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Solution focused therapy, and Dialectic Behavioral Like therapeutic approach, along with a family systems approach to assist you in reaching your therapeutic goals. By giving yourself grace, you will be able to move forward and grow.
I offer a highly supportive and skilled approach with all of my clients. I have over 14 years experience working with children, teens and adults. My experience includes supporting parents and children with difficult behaviors, interpersonal relationships and learning challenges.
I offer a highly supportive and skilled approach with all of my clients. I have over 14 years experience working with children, teens and adults. My experience includes supporting parents and children with difficult behaviors, interpersonal relationships and learning challenges.
Are you having a hard time navigating life transitions? Or struggling with reconciling past trauma? I'm here to help address life challenges in a way that feels meaningful and authentic, in an environment where you feel safe and supported to explore what matters most to you. As your therapist, you can expect me to listen attentively, be curious about your experience, and ask questions that help us work toward your goals in therapy.
Are you having a hard time navigating life transitions? Or struggling with reconciling past trauma? I'm here to help address life challenges in a way that feels meaningful and authentic, in an environment where you feel safe and supported to explore what matters most to you. As your therapist, you can expect me to listen attentively, be curious about your experience, and ask questions that help us work toward your goals in therapy.
Messina Basta
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94518 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I’m comfortable working with clients across the lifespan, but I work best with those who have historically felt misunderstood and unheard, and even those that are distrustful of the therapy process. With that in mind, my goal is to make each client feel special and empowered during and after their time with me. I enjoy talking about “hard things” or even “taboo” things, and encourage my clients to use their time with me in whatever way they need. I don’t believe that progress is linear and I am interested in meeting my client where they are with their goals even if the starting point is simply making an appointment and showing up.
I’m comfortable working with clients across the lifespan, but I work best with those who have historically felt misunderstood and unheard, and even those that are distrustful of the therapy process. With that in mind, my goal is to make each client feel special and empowered during and after their time with me. I enjoy talking about “hard things” or even “taboo” things, and encourage my clients to use their time with me in whatever way they need. I don’t believe that progress is linear and I am interested in meeting my client where they are with their goals even if the starting point is simply making an appointment and showing up.
Freyja Lentz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94519
Are you having trouble navigating the complexities of life, perhaps feeling trapped, lost, or controlled by your emotions? Looking for more fulfilling relationships, hope and solutions? With a holistic approach to therapy, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, using research-backed tools. My focus is on empowering clients, building strengths, and fostering confidence. Through compassionate exploration, I create a safe space for self-discovery and reconnection in your relationships. As you embrace strength-based narratives, problems become manageable, and new solutions emerge.
Are you having trouble navigating the complexities of life, perhaps feeling trapped, lost, or controlled by your emotions? Looking for more fulfilling relationships, hope and solutions? With a holistic approach to therapy, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, using research-backed tools. My focus is on empowering clients, building strengths, and fostering confidence. Through compassionate exploration, I create a safe space for self-discovery and reconnection in your relationships. As you embrace strength-based narratives, problems become manageable, and new solutions emerge.
My purpose as a therapist is to help clients feel less alone in their experiences and learn tools to live a life with more ease, insight, and awareness. I support children, teens, adolescents, and young adults in having a space to feel seen, gain deeper self-awareness, implement coping strategies and reach attainable goals to live life more fully. As a client myself, I aim to normalize the process of therapy and reduce the stigma around receiving mental health support. I acknowledge the bravery and courage it takes to start therapy and hold deep respect for those investing in this process.
My purpose as a therapist is to help clients feel less alone in their experiences and learn tools to live a life with more ease, insight, and awareness. I support children, teens, adolescents, and young adults in having a space to feel seen, gain deeper self-awareness, implement coping strategies and reach attainable goals to live life more fully. As a client myself, I aim to normalize the process of therapy and reduce the stigma around receiving mental health support. I acknowledge the bravery and courage it takes to start therapy and hold deep respect for those investing in this process.
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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.