Autism Therapists in Murrieta, CA
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Bright Minds Assessment : educational testing
MA, PPS, LEP4322
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92564
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist specialising in the assessment and diagnosis of educational disabilities. I often conduct Independent Educational Evaluations when parents are looking for a second opinion following a school evaluation. I also conduct diagnostic evaluations for ADHD, Autism and Learning Disorders. I provide IEP coaching and help parents navigate the special education system. Gifted testing is also available. I am passionate about education and I want to work with you and your child to identify their unique strengths and challenges and develop a plan that the school can use to ensure your child's success.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist specialising in the assessment and diagnosis of educational disabilities. I often conduct Independent Educational Evaluations when parents are looking for a second opinion following a school evaluation. I also conduct diagnostic evaluations for ADHD, Autism and Learning Disorders. I provide IEP coaching and help parents navigate the special education system. Gifted testing is also available. I am passionate about education and I want to work with you and your child to identify their unique strengths and challenges and develop a plan that the school can use to ensure your child's success.
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Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562
Does your anxiety seem too big to conquer? We’ll climb that mountain with you. We help people who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and stress by giving them tools and strategies to overcome their problems and live a better, happier life. In addition to counseling, we provide a variety of psychological testing services including neuropsychological, academic, vocational, and pre-employment evaluations, and developmental evaluations, including Autism Assessments.
Does your anxiety seem too big to conquer? We’ll climb that mountain with you. We help people who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and stress by giving them tools and strategies to overcome their problems and live a better, happier life. In addition to counseling, we provide a variety of psychological testing services including neuropsychological, academic, vocational, and pre-employment evaluations, and developmental evaluations, including Autism Assessments.
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I specialize in working with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, grief, substance abuse disorders, life transitions, DV, post-partum depression, co-parenting, & divorce.
Hello, are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with communicating your thoughts and feelings in your relationships, feeling like you lack purpose, or just feeling stuck? Therapy can be a powerful tool to overcome these life obstacles, and I am passionate about helping my clients find a way to navigate through life challenges. I aim to provide a supportive and collaborative environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore unresolved issues and help you move forward in a more purposeful and healing direction.
I specialize in working with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, grief, substance abuse disorders, life transitions, DV, post-partum depression, co-parenting, & divorce.
Hello, are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with communicating your thoughts and feelings in your relationships, feeling like you lack purpose, or just feeling stuck? Therapy can be a powerful tool to overcome these life obstacles, and I am passionate about helping my clients find a way to navigate through life challenges. I aim to provide a supportive and collaborative environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore unresolved issues and help you move forward in a more purposeful and healing direction.
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Kelley N Bowers
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562
Choosing the right therapist can be difficult, but I believe making the first step to reach out is the right one. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, and teenagers. I believe everyone has the ability to find healing through the sharing of their story. I have been working with individuals who have Autism for 20 + years, and I am able to help families navigate this journey with a wide range of understanding and perspective.
Choosing the right therapist can be difficult, but I believe making the first step to reach out is the right one. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, and teenagers. I believe everyone has the ability to find healing through the sharing of their story. I have been working with individuals who have Autism for 20 + years, and I am able to help families navigate this journey with a wide range of understanding and perspective.
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Never before have children, adolescents, and young adults in the education system been more challenged. High-stakes standardized testing and the one size fits all approach to education have caused some of the most resilient students to become stressed and/or fall behind. Students who have disabilities are often overlooked or given the incorrect interventions, causing them to fall further behind. I offer comprehensive evaluations that not only determine if a child qualifies for special education but also by finding each child's unique strengths and weaknesses we are able to match the interventions to the child's unique needs.
Never before have children, adolescents, and young adults in the education system been more challenged. High-stakes standardized testing and the one size fits all approach to education have caused some of the most resilient students to become stressed and/or fall behind. Students who have disabilities are often overlooked or given the incorrect interventions, causing them to fall further behind. I offer comprehensive evaluations that not only determine if a child qualifies for special education but also by finding each child's unique strengths and weaknesses we are able to match the interventions to the child's unique needs.
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Dr. Heather Alvarado Ph.d. : Mindful Neuron Center - Neuropsychology
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
At Mindful Neuron, we know it's tough finding the right help for your child's education. We get that you want the best support for them to do well in school. You need to understand their strengths and struggles and get personalized help that fits their needs. That's where we come in! Our team is here to support you and your child every step of the way, making sure they get the help they need in a way that respects their cultural background and language.
At Mindful Neuron, we know it's tough finding the right help for your child's education. We get that you want the best support for them to do well in school. You need to understand their strengths and struggles and get personalized help that fits their needs. That's where we come in! Our team is here to support you and your child every step of the way, making sure they get the help they need in a way that respects their cultural background and language.
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I work with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders to diagnose and recommend proper interventions to help with achieving goals and fulfill daily living skills. Check out my website: claritypsy.com.
I work with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders to diagnose and recommend proper interventions to help with achieving goals and fulfill daily living skills. Check out my website: claritypsy.com.
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Babette Chatelle-Bergman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562 (Online Only)
It may have started out as a nagging feeling in your gut that something wasn't right, that eventually grew into a blaring reality that something needs to change. I specialize in mental strategies to improve your life, but there is so much more involved to being mentally healthy than positive thinking. I'm experienced working with psychiatrists, school districts, and advocating for the client's needs. I have years of experience helping individuals manage their mental health needs, evaluate effectiveness of medication, or teach natural ways to tap into the brain's resources to improve functioning and wellbeing.
It may have started out as a nagging feeling in your gut that something wasn't right, that eventually grew into a blaring reality that something needs to change. I specialize in mental strategies to improve your life, but there is so much more involved to being mentally healthy than positive thinking. I'm experienced working with psychiatrists, school districts, and advocating for the client's needs. I have years of experience helping individuals manage their mental health needs, evaluate effectiveness of medication, or teach natural ways to tap into the brain's resources to improve functioning and wellbeing.
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Justin Omar Navarro
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562
As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as a Certified Psychodynamic and Prolonged Exposure Therapist, I am committed to aiding individuals, families, and couples in exploring diverse perspectives within their relationships.
As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as a Certified Psychodynamic and Prolonged Exposure Therapist, I am committed to aiding individuals, families, and couples in exploring diverse perspectives within their relationships.
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My name is Erin Baker, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, in the state of California, as well as owner and founder of Calm Therapy Center. I understand that life's challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you're struggling with racing thoughts, feeling inadequate, turning to drugs/alcohol to escape, or trying to coping with the aftermath of trauma, you're not alone. My mission is to provide a compassionate and supportive space where you can find healing and rediscover your sense of self and address the root causes of your distress, helping you to build resilience, foster self-compassion, and reclaim your life.
My name is Erin Baker, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, in the state of California, as well as owner and founder of Calm Therapy Center. I understand that life's challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you're struggling with racing thoughts, feeling inadequate, turning to drugs/alcohol to escape, or trying to coping with the aftermath of trauma, you're not alone. My mission is to provide a compassionate and supportive space where you can find healing and rediscover your sense of self and address the root causes of your distress, helping you to build resilience, foster self-compassion, and reclaim your life.
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Kristen Telon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92563 (Online Only)
Hi I'm Kristen Telon, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a huge advocate for early intervention and looking into childhood for answers to issues in adulthood. I am very passionate about my work as a therapist and helping my clients by being there for them through their journey. My approach to therapy is client-centered because I always tailor my approach to each clients unique situation. My favorite therapy modalities are CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, Christian Therapy, Family systems, and EFT.
Hi I'm Kristen Telon, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a huge advocate for early intervention and looking into childhood for answers to issues in adulthood. I am very passionate about my work as a therapist and helping my clients by being there for them through their journey. My approach to therapy is client-centered because I always tailor my approach to each clients unique situation. My favorite therapy modalities are CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, Christian Therapy, Family systems, and EFT.
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Murrieta, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during the various stages of life to be healthier.
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Murrieta, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during the various stages of life to be healthier.
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My ultimate goal in practice is to provide you or your child with a thorough, comprehensive psychological assessment that will allow you to fully understand you or your child’s unique learning and emotional needs. I do not perform “drive thru” evaluations and seek at all costs to make an accurate and well-supported diagnosis that can help you or your child receive the proper school accommodations, academic interventions, or psychological services to become your best self.
My ultimate goal in practice is to provide you or your child with a thorough, comprehensive psychological assessment that will allow you to fully understand you or your child’s unique learning and emotional needs. I do not perform “drive thru” evaluations and seek at all costs to make an accurate and well-supported diagnosis that can help you or your child receive the proper school accommodations, academic interventions, or psychological services to become your best self.
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Dr. Heather Alvarado Ph.d : Mindful Neuron Center - Neuropsychology
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
Are you looking to manage stress more effectively, cope with feelings of anxiety or depression, or improve your relationships. Your goals might involve gaining insight into your mental health, developing new coping strategies, or enhancing your self-awareness. Ultimately, you are seeking to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and achieve a sense of well-being and fulfillment.
Are you looking to manage stress more effectively, cope with feelings of anxiety or depression, or improve your relationships. Your goals might involve gaining insight into your mental health, developing new coping strategies, or enhancing your self-awareness. Ultimately, you are seeking to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and achieve a sense of well-being and fulfillment.
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Edmond Child & Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
I have considerable experience and expertise working with parents, children, adolescents and families in crisis that may have specific issues related to separated/divorced parents, adoptive, foster and blended families. I especially enjoy collaborating with parents to bring out the best in their children and the parent-child relationship. In addition, I provide couples and individual counseling for those dealing with communication difficulties, anger management issues, loss, trauma, abuse, developmental issues and those with chronic psychiatric conditions.
I have considerable experience and expertise working with parents, children, adolescents and families in crisis that may have specific issues related to separated/divorced parents, adoptive, foster and blended families. I especially enjoy collaborating with parents to bring out the best in their children and the parent-child relationship. In addition, I provide couples and individual counseling for those dealing with communication difficulties, anger management issues, loss, trauma, abuse, developmental issues and those with chronic psychiatric conditions.
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Hello, I'm Cameron Lee, an accomplished change management supervisor, clinician (LCSW-114220), case manager, trainer, and consultant with over ten years of experience working with disenfranchised populations, from birth to death, and the workforce who support them. My approach to therapy centers on meeting you where you're at today and collaborating with you on creating a plan to better whatever stage of life or transition you're struggling with.
Hello, I'm Cameron Lee, an accomplished change management supervisor, clinician (LCSW-114220), case manager, trainer, and consultant with over ten years of experience working with disenfranchised populations, from birth to death, and the workforce who support them. My approach to therapy centers on meeting you where you're at today and collaborating with you on creating a plan to better whatever stage of life or transition you're struggling with.
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Merissa A. Mathews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562
Are you experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, feeling stuck in a dark place of depression or addiction? Maybe you are experiencing challenges with feeling too needy in relationships or having difficulty connecting emotionally. Perhaps, you are wanting to be more assertive, have less stress in social situations, and have more confidence at work. Past experiences can strongly influence the way you feel about yourself and the world. Past events can be anything from experiencing emotional/physical/sexual abuse, bullying, emotional neglect, experiencing racial trauma, or not feeling accepted for being LGBTQ+.
Are you experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, feeling stuck in a dark place of depression or addiction? Maybe you are experiencing challenges with feeling too needy in relationships or having difficulty connecting emotionally. Perhaps, you are wanting to be more assertive, have less stress in social situations, and have more confidence at work. Past experiences can strongly influence the way you feel about yourself and the world. Past events can be anything from experiencing emotional/physical/sexual abuse, bullying, emotional neglect, experiencing racial trauma, or not feeling accepted for being LGBTQ+.
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I'm Richard Posalski and I'm licensed in Clinical Social Work as well as Marriage and Family Therapy. I have the background and experience to help people develop skills in accessing their thoughts and emotions, expressing them out loud, and making choices that serve them best. I am a pragmatic, trauma-focused, client-centered therapist who utilizes pivotal questions and thoughtful observations to help people overcome obstacles to becoming happier, more successful individuals.
I'm Richard Posalski and I'm licensed in Clinical Social Work as well as Marriage and Family Therapy. I have the background and experience to help people develop skills in accessing their thoughts and emotions, expressing them out loud, and making choices that serve them best. I am a pragmatic, trauma-focused, client-centered therapist who utilizes pivotal questions and thoughtful observations to help people overcome obstacles to becoming happier, more successful individuals.
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Everyone deserves a chance at feeling their best, even if there seems to be no hope and you can't find the answers. Neurofeedback gives people hope through noticeable changes- a lightness of being, a sense of peace that emanates from within. Neurofeedback disrupts the issues in neural and central nervous system dysfunctions and allows people to function at their very best. I've personally helped countless people attain the life they deserve, free from emotional, mental, and physical impairments.
Everyone deserves a chance at feeling their best, even if there seems to be no hope and you can't find the answers. Neurofeedback gives people hope through noticeable changes- a lightness of being, a sense of peace that emanates from within. Neurofeedback disrupts the issues in neural and central nervous system dysfunctions and allows people to function at their very best. I've personally helped countless people attain the life they deserve, free from emotional, mental, and physical impairments.
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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.