Autism Therapists in Kendall, FL
I enriched my knowledge getting Lactation Counselor, Infant massage, ABA intervention in Autism and Infant Mental Health certifications.
With more than 30 years of experience, I have reached to the conclusion that neither college nor any information can give us everything that we need to be a good therapist, because it is something that goes beyond technical expertise. It's about living. It's about the consistency between who I am and what I do. It's about my own personal and spiritual growth, my world vision, my social roles, and the knowledge gained in both my personal and professional experience. It's about be an authentic human being connected with the person who is looking for help.
I enriched my knowledge getting Lactation Counselor, Infant massage, ABA intervention in Autism and Infant Mental Health certifications.
With more than 30 years of experience, I have reached to the conclusion that neither college nor any information can give us everything that we need to be a good therapist, because it is something that goes beyond technical expertise. It's about living. It's about the consistency between who I am and what I do. It's about my own personal and spiritual growth, my world vision, my social roles, and the knowledge gained in both my personal and professional experience. It's about be an authentic human being connected with the person who is looking for help.
As a licensed mental health counselor, school psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) , I pride myself in having a warm, down-to-earth style that puts children at ease and allows me to enter their world and get a better understanding of their challenges and needs. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have over 25 years of experience working with children with special needs. I specialize in evaluations for Gifted, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. I am here to help and address your child's needs.
As a licensed mental health counselor, school psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) , I pride myself in having a warm, down-to-earth style that puts children at ease and allows me to enter their world and get a better understanding of their challenges and needs. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have over 25 years of experience working with children with special needs. I specialize in evaluations for Gifted, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. I am here to help and address your child's needs.
Michelle Avila Lcsw Qscsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QSCSW
Verified Verified
Kendall, FL 33186
My name is Michelle Avila, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the owner of Right Fit Therapy Services. I am a mother of two beautiful girls. One is diagnosed with ADHD and the other one was diagnosed with Non-Verbal Autism. As a parent and mental health professional I know first hand, the challenges of parenting, effective communication and addressing mental health concerns. I am here to help with your child’s mental health needs as well as parenting training to improve your parent-child relationship.
My name is Michelle Avila, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the owner of Right Fit Therapy Services. I am a mother of two beautiful girls. One is diagnosed with ADHD and the other one was diagnosed with Non-Verbal Autism. As a parent and mental health professional I know first hand, the challenges of parenting, effective communication and addressing mental health concerns. I am here to help with your child’s mental health needs as well as parenting training to improve your parent-child relationship.
Our goal is to help You and Your Love Ones to find new paths to achieve healthier minds. Dealing with developmental, intellectual or neuro-cognitive conditions is a learning process that require love, time and skills from professionals and caregivers. We want to help children, families and adults to discover higher level of cognitive, behavioral and emotional functioning to enhance their lives.
Our goal is to help You and Your Love Ones to find new paths to achieve healthier minds. Dealing with developmental, intellectual or neuro-cognitive conditions is a learning process that require love, time and skills from professionals and caregivers. We want to help children, families and adults to discover higher level of cognitive, behavioral and emotional functioning to enhance their lives.
As a bilingual (Spanish-speaking) Licensed School Psychologist, I specialize in psycho-educational, gifted, developmental, and social/emotional/behavioral evaluations in South Florida. I also provide support for families through home-school collaboration, individual and group counseling, and parenting skills courses.
As a bilingual (Spanish-speaking) Licensed School Psychologist, I specialize in psycho-educational, gifted, developmental, and social/emotional/behavioral evaluations in South Florida. I also provide support for families through home-school collaboration, individual and group counseling, and parenting skills courses.
Hi there, I'm Andie! You are probably here because something in your life is not working. That only makes you human! You’re not alone in feeling anxious, lost, or stuck. If it feels like you've tried everything, and the support of friends and family hasn’t been enough, it's time for a change. Clients who seek my services are often looking for support, acceptance, and guidance. I believe that people are always doing the best they can with the resources available to them, and they also want and need to deal with their struggles more effectively - and that's where I come in.
Hi there, I'm Andie! You are probably here because something in your life is not working. That only makes you human! You’re not alone in feeling anxious, lost, or stuck. If it feels like you've tried everything, and the support of friends and family hasn’t been enough, it's time for a change. Clients who seek my services are often looking for support, acceptance, and guidance. I believe that people are always doing the best they can with the resources available to them, and they also want and need to deal with their struggles more effectively - and that's where I come in.
In life, we all face personal struggles and difficult experiences that can feel overwhelming, especially when we struggle with them alone. As your therapist, I partner with you to make positive changes. I create a supportive, confidential environment where my clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. With respect and appreciation for your unique life story, I work with you to gain a better understanding of yourself, heal from past wounds, and improve important relationships. Together, we make sense of and work through whatever challenges stand in the way of your happiness.
In life, we all face personal struggles and difficult experiences that can feel overwhelming, especially when we struggle with them alone. As your therapist, I partner with you to make positive changes. I create a supportive, confidential environment where my clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. With respect and appreciation for your unique life story, I work with you to gain a better understanding of yourself, heal from past wounds, and improve important relationships. Together, we make sense of and work through whatever challenges stand in the way of your happiness.
Greetings, I wish to assist all my clients in their path of transformation. My sessions provide effective compassionate counseling and therapies to help clients achieve well-being. I include various mind-body and holistic modalities that help foster healing & solutions for a wide range of issues, including ADHD, addictions, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, & traumas. I have experience working with a variety of client populations, and also offer educational workshops and groups, either in person or online. I invite you to call or email describing your therapy needs to see if my services are a good fit for your goals or concerns.
Greetings, I wish to assist all my clients in their path of transformation. My sessions provide effective compassionate counseling and therapies to help clients achieve well-being. I include various mind-body and holistic modalities that help foster healing & solutions for a wide range of issues, including ADHD, addictions, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, & traumas. I have experience working with a variety of client populations, and also offer educational workshops and groups, either in person or online. I invite you to call or email describing your therapy needs to see if my services are a good fit for your goals or concerns.
Dr. Jessica Perez is a Licensed Psychologist, with a clinical focus of providing insight-oriented and solution-focused therapeutic experiences that facilitate personal growth, improved relationships, and higher quality of life. She is bilingual (English and Spanish) and has extensive experience in providing evidence-based therapy with clients across the lifespan.
Dr. Jessica Perez is a Licensed Psychologist, with a clinical focus of providing insight-oriented and solution-focused therapeutic experiences that facilitate personal growth, improved relationships, and higher quality of life. She is bilingual (English and Spanish) and has extensive experience in providing evidence-based therapy with clients across the lifespan.
As a mental health counselor, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of life and overcome obstacles that may be affecting their mental and emotional well-being. With a master's degree in counseling and several years of experience in the field, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
As a mental health counselor, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of life and overcome obstacles that may be affecting their mental and emotional well-being. With a master's degree in counseling and several years of experience in the field, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Nathaly Sanchez
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kendall, FL 33193
As a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, my client's safety and well-being are a high priority. I am often described as an honest, warm, and welcoming individual. Through therapeutic interventions, I am able to assist with symptoms of various mood disorders, learning new coping skills, dealing with self-harm, alleviating stress, and cognitive reframing among other important issues. Depending on my client's need and therapeutic preference, I am able to provide an individualized treatment plan to best assist their current mental health requirements.
As a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, my client's safety and well-being are a high priority. I am often described as an honest, warm, and welcoming individual. Through therapeutic interventions, I am able to assist with symptoms of various mood disorders, learning new coping skills, dealing with self-harm, alleviating stress, and cognitive reframing among other important issues. Depending on my client's need and therapeutic preference, I am able to provide an individualized treatment plan to best assist their current mental health requirements.
I believe in the potential of all my clients. Together, we will explore your strengths and opportunities and work to fulfill your goals.
I believe in the potential of all my clients. Together, we will explore your strengths and opportunities and work to fulfill your goals.
Megan Guerrier is a Marriage & Family Therapist who attained her Master's degree at Nova Southeastern University back in 2014 and has been doing therapy ever since. Experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families offering a holistic approach to therapy. Megan has done therapy in Miami, Wyoming, Colorado, and now Homestead and has been studying psychology since her senior year in high school where she took AP psychology and fell in love with the field ever since.
Megan Guerrier is a Marriage & Family Therapist who attained her Master's degree at Nova Southeastern University back in 2014 and has been doing therapy ever since. Experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families offering a holistic approach to therapy. Megan has done therapy in Miami, Wyoming, Colorado, and now Homestead and has been studying psychology since her senior year in high school where she took AP psychology and fell in love with the field ever since.
Hi, I am Zilla Simpson. I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, exhausted or nervous?
Hi, I am Zilla Simpson. I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, exhausted or nervous?
Born and raised in Miami, Fl., Mrs. Rodriguez graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Religious Studies in 2008. Soon after, Mrs. Rodriguez attended Barry University where she was awarded a Master of Science degree with a dual specialization in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy in 2011. She is licensed in the state of Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and as a Marriage & Family Therapist Intern.
Born and raised in Miami, Fl., Mrs. Rodriguez graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Religious Studies in 2008. Soon after, Mrs. Rodriguez attended Barry University where she was awarded a Master of Science degree with a dual specialization in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy in 2011. She is licensed in the state of Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and as a Marriage & Family Therapist Intern.
Let's work on improving your emotional, mental, spiritual, and/or social well-being. Be open to challenging yourself to meet and even exceed your potential and reach your goals in areas of your life such as finances, careers, and relationships with others. My experience, both personal and professional, are at your disposable to explore your life, feelings and relationships. I utilize a unique approach, focusing on the nature versus nurture aspect on how our behaviors, experiences, and feelings shape our daily lives and affect who we are.
Let's work on improving your emotional, mental, spiritual, and/or social well-being. Be open to challenging yourself to meet and even exceed your potential and reach your goals in areas of your life such as finances, careers, and relationships with others. My experience, both personal and professional, are at your disposable to explore your life, feelings and relationships. I utilize a unique approach, focusing on the nature versus nurture aspect on how our behaviors, experiences, and feelings shape our daily lives and affect who we are.
I believe that one of the bravest and scariest things to do is reach out for help. Many people see therapy as a stigmatize thing for only those that are in desperate cry for help and have no other choice. I can promise you that this is far from what therapy really is. Therapy is about having a safe place to open up and not be judged. It is a place to feel like FINALLY someone understands you and relates to your problems. I want to help you achieve whatever life changes you are looking for while in turn providing the most real and authentic experience.
I believe that one of the bravest and scariest things to do is reach out for help. Many people see therapy as a stigmatize thing for only those that are in desperate cry for help and have no other choice. I can promise you that this is far from what therapy really is. Therapy is about having a safe place to open up and not be judged. It is a place to feel like FINALLY someone understands you and relates to your problems. I want to help you achieve whatever life changes you are looking for while in turn providing the most real and authentic experience.
Mayelin Morales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kendall, FL 33176
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel lost and empty inside? Is your family facing a difficult time? Do you or your partner feel unhappy? Is your relationship falling apart? Is your teen sad, anxious, angry or out of control and you don't know how to help? Are you concerned about your child's behavior or feelings?
Do you feel lost and empty inside? Is your family facing a difficult time? Do you or your partner feel unhappy? Is your relationship falling apart? Is your teen sad, anxious, angry or out of control and you don't know how to help? Are you concerned about your child's behavior or feelings?
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Patricia Lomando
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33173 (Online Only)
Autism is another focus Patricia has personal and professional ties to.
Patricia Lomando, LCSW, RPT-S, provides neurodivergent affirming services for the child, adolescent, and adult. Depression and anxiety are passions focused on throughout her career. Using sandtray, expressive arts, Internal Family Systems and Play Therapy, she explores mood and prevention patterns, collaborates on coping strategies and helps identify those sometimes elusive gifts that are part of every neurotype. With expansive certifications in Registered Play Therapy and Infant Mental Health, she works through methodologies that bridge family gaps and help “translate” the child’s language through play, art and sand tray work.
Autism is another focus Patricia has personal and professional ties to.
Patricia Lomando, LCSW, RPT-S, provides neurodivergent affirming services for the child, adolescent, and adult. Depression and anxiety are passions focused on throughout her career. Using sandtray, expressive arts, Internal Family Systems and Play Therapy, she explores mood and prevention patterns, collaborates on coping strategies and helps identify those sometimes elusive gifts that are part of every neurotype. With expansive certifications in Registered Play Therapy and Infant Mental Health, she works through methodologies that bridge family gaps and help “translate” the child’s language through play, art and sand tray work.
I work with children and adolescents with a wide array of developmental disabilities and disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and other neurological conditions.
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who began my career volunteering in the Child Life department at Miami Children's Hospital, in 2007. It was there that I first developed a passion for helping children. I later discovered the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and loved that I could make a difference in the lives of others through the application of science. I provide ABA therapy where the behaviors are most likely to occur: in the home, at school, and in the community.
I work with children and adolescents with a wide array of developmental disabilities and disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and other neurological conditions.
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who began my career volunteering in the Child Life department at Miami Children's Hospital, in 2007. It was there that I first developed a passion for helping children. I later discovered the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and loved that I could make a difference in the lives of others through the application of science. I provide ABA therapy where the behaviors are most likely to occur: in the home, at school, and in the community.
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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.