Autism Therapists in Glendora, CA
My specialities include ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, and relational issues between parents and their children.
You need a child therapist who does great work with your child, but also who communicates well with you. You've tried the self-help section, but you know you need more now. It's not about who said what, who did this, or didn't do that. It's about you and your child and what you both need right now to feel better. Whether you're dealing with relational issues between you and your child, Anxiety, behavioral issues, or simply symptoms of your child's diagnosis. I am here to help! My name is Vanessa Fontes. I am a clinical psychologist who loves working with families. Children, parents, and teens send them my way!
My specialities include ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, and relational issues between parents and their children.
You need a child therapist who does great work with your child, but also who communicates well with you. You've tried the self-help section, but you know you need more now. It's not about who said what, who did this, or didn't do that. It's about you and your child and what you both need right now to feel better. Whether you're dealing with relational issues between you and your child, Anxiety, behavioral issues, or simply symptoms of your child's diagnosis. I am here to help! My name is Vanessa Fontes. I am a clinical psychologist who loves working with families. Children, parents, and teens send them my way!
Blu Alliance Counseling Center first and foremost specializes in you. Our therapists training has allowed them the knowledge base to work with a variety of presenting problems, primarily since we believe our work is about exploring and understanding you as an individual, not as a diagnosis. Our motto here at Blu Alliance is "Blu Specializes in You" and we fully believe this to be true! During this time of COVID-19 we are fully equipped to provide Telehealth services via phone call, and video on a variety of devices.
Blu Alliance Counseling Center first and foremost specializes in you. Our therapists training has allowed them the knowledge base to work with a variety of presenting problems, primarily since we believe our work is about exploring and understanding you as an individual, not as a diagnosis. Our motto here at Blu Alliance is "Blu Specializes in You" and we fully believe this to be true! During this time of COVID-19 we are fully equipped to provide Telehealth services via phone call, and video on a variety of devices.
Lucia Fernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPSC
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91740 (Online Only)
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
Kelly Miltenberger
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Kelly Miltenberger, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I work towards recognizing your existing skills and strengths and helping you to expand those into stronger, more adaptable ones to help you achieve your goals. For over 10 years I have been working with children and adults from diverse populations and cultural backgrounds. My goal is to provide everyone with a safe, comfortable space to allow honest expression of your thoughts and feelings. There is no right or wrong when it comes to our emotions, all feelings are valid and important.
Hi! I'm Kelly Miltenberger, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I work towards recognizing your existing skills and strengths and helping you to expand those into stronger, more adaptable ones to help you achieve your goals. For over 10 years I have been working with children and adults from diverse populations and cultural backgrounds. My goal is to provide everyone with a safe, comfortable space to allow honest expression of your thoughts and feelings. There is no right or wrong when it comes to our emotions, all feelings are valid and important.
Nicole Bessire-Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741
Nicole Bessire Taylor is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Nicole has a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California. Nicole's therapeutic work has focused on treating individuals, couples, and families with a broad spectrum of clinical issues.
Nicole Bessire Taylor is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Nicole has a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California. Nicole's therapeutic work has focused on treating individuals, couples, and families with a broad spectrum of clinical issues.
Dr. Elizabeth J. James
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91741
Are you lying awake at night concerned about your child that is experiencing anxiety, depression, or ADHD behaviors in school? Are you afraid and don’t know how to address missed emotional milestones or delayed social skills? Or maybe you are contemplating the best way to decrease the negative impact of going through a divorce on your family...all of these can feel utterly overwhelming. I want you to know that I get it and I have years of experience coming alongside these very issues to bring emotional growth, strengthened communication, and tools that are effective and empowering.
Are you lying awake at night concerned about your child that is experiencing anxiety, depression, or ADHD behaviors in school? Are you afraid and don’t know how to address missed emotional milestones or delayed social skills? Or maybe you are contemplating the best way to decrease the negative impact of going through a divorce on your family...all of these can feel utterly overwhelming. I want you to know that I get it and I have years of experience coming alongside these very issues to bring emotional growth, strengthened communication, and tools that are effective and empowering.
You may choose therapy for multiple reasons. Whether you are here to resolve relationship conflicts, life transition, loss, trauma, or to manage stressors with work; taking this first step can be quite challenging as well as rewarding.Experiencing life's conflicts are often the most demanding aspect of our daily lives; problems often become bigger when you try to ignore them. My goal is to provide guidance for you to find your inner strength to enjoy life again. Together, we will work through your vulnerabilities, fears, and beliefs to have a better understanding of how things can be improved.
You may choose therapy for multiple reasons. Whether you are here to resolve relationship conflicts, life transition, loss, trauma, or to manage stressors with work; taking this first step can be quite challenging as well as rewarding.Experiencing life's conflicts are often the most demanding aspect of our daily lives; problems often become bigger when you try to ignore them. My goal is to provide guidance for you to find your inner strength to enjoy life again. Together, we will work through your vulnerabilities, fears, and beliefs to have a better understanding of how things can be improved.
I work with variety of people in the midst of their life journey. focus on client-centered therapy. By taking this approach, working with each individual, couple, family, and child, a stronger connection for growth can be created. I am privileged to walk along with my clients through their lives. Together we process challenges, traumas, heartaches, life adjustments, losses, relationships, and more related to personal experiences. Therapy helps increase abilities to communicate, & process. We work to go beyond surviving, through healing, to truly thriving, striving toward a life with strong relationships, filled with joy, and hope.
I work with variety of people in the midst of their life journey. focus on client-centered therapy. By taking this approach, working with each individual, couple, family, and child, a stronger connection for growth can be created. I am privileged to walk along with my clients through their lives. Together we process challenges, traumas, heartaches, life adjustments, losses, relationships, and more related to personal experiences. Therapy helps increase abilities to communicate, & process. We work to go beyond surviving, through healing, to truly thriving, striving toward a life with strong relationships, filled with joy, and hope.
Life can be difficult, busy, and stressful. I’d like to help you figure out where to focus your energy and what insecurities are getting in the way of your purpose. I am committed to creating a warm, safe place for you to share your struggles and stories. I use Telehealth video conferencing to help you make therapy work for your schedule. Above all, my approach is strength based. You have dynamic strengths. Together we can identify and develop those strengths to better equip you to address life's problems. I am focused on helping people create strong and health relationships.
Life can be difficult, busy, and stressful. I’d like to help you figure out where to focus your energy and what insecurities are getting in the way of your purpose. I am committed to creating a warm, safe place for you to share your struggles and stories. I use Telehealth video conferencing to help you make therapy work for your schedule. Above all, my approach is strength based. You have dynamic strengths. Together we can identify and develop those strengths to better equip you to address life's problems. I am focused on helping people create strong and health relationships.
Norma Covarrubias
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91740 (Online Only)
Election fatigue? Do you need a space where you can discover new perspectives and strategies to work through life challenges? As a trauma-informed/first-generation therapist, I am here to offer support you on your journey of self-discovery. Working together the main goal would be to work through intergenerational trauma and empower you to develop resilience and healthy coping strategies to promote healing. Talk therapy can be the outlet you need to explore thoughts and feelings. As a therapist I can offer a safe space to break free from unhealthy patterns. Today is the perfect day to start creating positive changes in your life!
Election fatigue? Do you need a space where you can discover new perspectives and strategies to work through life challenges? As a trauma-informed/first-generation therapist, I am here to offer support you on your journey of self-discovery. Working together the main goal would be to work through intergenerational trauma and empower you to develop resilience and healthy coping strategies to promote healing. Talk therapy can be the outlet you need to explore thoughts and feelings. As a therapist I can offer a safe space to break free from unhealthy patterns. Today is the perfect day to start creating positive changes in your life!
Dr. Lauren Armstrong is a highly passionate licensed clinical psychologist and Clinical Director with a PsyD from Pepperdine University, and has been working with children and adolescents for the past ten years. She is an expert in working with challenging psychological presentations such as trauma, self harm, mood changes, aggression, and other unsafe or maladaptive coping mechanisms. Dr. Lauren always believes in her patients, even when everyone else has stopped believing in them. She never loses hope, and tirelessly works with patients and their families on improving their relationships, coping skills, and positive change.
Dr. Lauren Armstrong is a highly passionate licensed clinical psychologist and Clinical Director with a PsyD from Pepperdine University, and has been working with children and adolescents for the past ten years. She is an expert in working with challenging psychological presentations such as trauma, self harm, mood changes, aggression, and other unsafe or maladaptive coping mechanisms. Dr. Lauren always believes in her patients, even when everyone else has stopped believing in them. She never loses hope, and tirelessly works with patients and their families on improving their relationships, coping skills, and positive change.
Glenn Lee Abrams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91740
Not accepting new clients
I am a bilingual (Spanish fluent) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and for almost 20 years I have provided therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, families, adults, as well as couples with various mental health difficulties. Through my work experience, formal education, & training I have developed an ability to quickly build a healthy therapeutic relationship with clients. I believe it is this relationship that is essential for a therapist to help one overcome their various mental health difficulties. With this help they can then have that chance to realize their true potential.
I am a bilingual (Spanish fluent) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and for almost 20 years I have provided therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, families, adults, as well as couples with various mental health difficulties. Through my work experience, formal education, & training I have developed an ability to quickly build a healthy therapeutic relationship with clients. I believe it is this relationship that is essential for a therapist to help one overcome their various mental health difficulties. With this help they can then have that chance to realize their true potential.
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As an Educational Psychologist, I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, such as those with Autism or ADHD, and those with other unique learning profiles.
Struggling at school or work, difficulty focusing, and having a hard time make meaningful connections with family and friends can be overwhelming for anyone-adult or child. I approach my work with empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to empower individuals to reach their full potential. I conduct diagnostic and psycho-educational assessments as well as provide parent and educator consultations, and I am dedicated to tailoring my services to meet the unique needs of each individual and family l I work with.
As an Educational Psychologist, I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, such as those with Autism or ADHD, and those with other unique learning profiles.
Struggling at school or work, difficulty focusing, and having a hard time make meaningful connections with family and friends can be overwhelming for anyone-adult or child. I approach my work with empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to empower individuals to reach their full potential. I conduct diagnostic and psycho-educational assessments as well as provide parent and educator consultations, and I am dedicated to tailoring my services to meet the unique needs of each individual and family l I work with.
Stephen Valenciano- Aspire Counseling Group Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arcadia, CA 91006
I specialize in helping children and youth manage challenges like ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Life changes and unmet needs can significantly impact a young person's well-being. With 7 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, teens, and young adults across California and Hawaii, guiding them through various struggles and helping them find their way. I offer individual and family therapy, dedicated to fostering growth, understanding, and healing.
I specialize in helping children and youth manage challenges like ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Life changes and unmet needs can significantly impact a young person's well-being. With 7 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, teens, and young adults across California and Hawaii, guiding them through various struggles and helping them find their way. I offer individual and family therapy, dedicated to fostering growth, understanding, and healing.
I also provide psychological and neuropsychological assessment for concerns related to Autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, concerns related to traumatic brain injury, and other psychiatric and medical illnesses.
I want to empathize with you and provide you with the support you need at this time. My intention is to hold a peaceful space for you where you can explore the difficulties you are encountering. In my psychotherapy practice I frequently work with clients that present with anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, illness, and grief. I will address your needs in a holistic manner which will involve a balance of your mind, spirit, and body. I am well versed in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, existential therapy, and transpersonal psychotherapy and use these in treatment to promote healing.
I also provide psychological and neuropsychological assessment for concerns related to Autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, concerns related to traumatic brain injury, and other psychiatric and medical illnesses.
I want to empathize with you and provide you with the support you need at this time. My intention is to hold a peaceful space for you where you can explore the difficulties you are encountering. In my psychotherapy practice I frequently work with clients that present with anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, illness, and grief. I will address your needs in a holistic manner which will involve a balance of your mind, spirit, and body. I am well versed in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, existential therapy, and transpersonal psychotherapy and use these in treatment to promote healing.
Dr. Blied {Autism & ADHD Testing - teens & adults}
Psychologist, PhD, MACL, BSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Claremont, CA 91711
Accepting new assessment/testing clients! I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience providing therapy services and psychological/neuropsychological assessments for individuals ages 8-50. I understand the overlap between mental health disorders, the nuances of neurodivergence, and am skilled at differential diagnosis. I provide professional diagnostic assessment for ADHD and Autism for both children and adults. I also provide accommodations testing for people with learning differences. As a late-diagnosed twice-exceptional & neurodivergent woman, I work with clients by combining compassion with clinical expertise.
Accepting new assessment/testing clients! I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience providing therapy services and psychological/neuropsychological assessments for individuals ages 8-50. I understand the overlap between mental health disorders, the nuances of neurodivergence, and am skilled at differential diagnosis. I provide professional diagnostic assessment for ADHD and Autism for both children and adults. I also provide accommodations testing for people with learning differences. As a late-diagnosed twice-exceptional & neurodivergent woman, I work with clients by combining compassion with clinical expertise.
I have helped those experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, body image issues, racial inequities, BPD, and autism spectrum.
Connecting to my clients is of utmost importance to me. Connecting to you is essential in assisting you to achieve your goals; I truly believe in actively being present for you. I openly listen to what is of significance to you and I non-judgmentally hear where you’re coming from and your life experiences.
I have helped those experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, body image issues, racial inequities, BPD, and autism spectrum.
Connecting to my clients is of utmost importance to me. Connecting to you is essential in assisting you to achieve your goals; I truly believe in actively being present for you. I openly listen to what is of significance to you and I non-judgmentally hear where you’re coming from and your life experiences.
Alexander Goitein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (Online Only)
I have been working with families and individuals over the past ten years to navigate mental and behavioral health challenges. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, suicidality, Autism spectrum, attention difficulties, executive functioning difficulties, gender identity, and much more. I believe that it is important to be eclectic but selective, meaning, having knowledge of many different modalities of therapy, but understanding which one would work best for each situation. The basis of therapy will be a trusting, non-judgmental relationship where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself.
I have been working with families and individuals over the past ten years to navigate mental and behavioral health challenges. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, suicidality, Autism spectrum, attention difficulties, executive functioning difficulties, gender identity, and much more. I believe that it is important to be eclectic but selective, meaning, having knowledge of many different modalities of therapy, but understanding which one would work best for each situation. The basis of therapy will be a trusting, non-judgmental relationship where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself.
I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families to promote growth and change within the individual and the family system. With over 23 years of experience in youth mental health and 9 years as a licensed psychologist, I support clients dealing with issues at home and school, disturbances in mood such as anxiety, depression, or anger, attention problems, behavior/conduct challenges, family conflict, and autism.
I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families to promote growth and change within the individual and the family system. With over 23 years of experience in youth mental health and 9 years as a licensed psychologist, I support clients dealing with issues at home and school, disturbances in mood such as anxiety, depression, or anger, attention problems, behavior/conduct challenges, family conflict, and autism.
In my practice, I specialize in working with adults and teenagers navigating anxiety and/or depression. I also have extensive background working with neurodivergent (ADHD and Autism Spectrum) people and individuals who have been impacted by trauma. I believe in the power of insight and authenticity, meaning that the more we learn about ourselves and our relationships, the more we are able to take agency in our lives to live the kind of life we want to live. I value creating a safe, open, and authentic space in the therapy room.
In my practice, I specialize in working with adults and teenagers navigating anxiety and/or depression. I also have extensive background working with neurodivergent (ADHD and Autism Spectrum) people and individuals who have been impacted by trauma. I believe in the power of insight and authenticity, meaning that the more we learn about ourselves and our relationships, the more we are able to take agency in our lives to live the kind of life we want to live. I value creating a safe, open, and authentic space in the therapy room.
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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.