Autism Therapists in Marblehead, MA
I specialize in providing neuropsychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults. I utilize a strength-based approach in my evaluations and work collaboratively with parents, teachers, therapists, and other professionals to best understand each patient. I provide diagnostic clarity regarding ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety, and other issues, and offer targeted recommendations individually-tailored to each patient's needs. My goal for every evaluation is to provide a "road map" to help each patient achieve success at school, work, and/or at home.
I specialize in providing neuropsychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults. I utilize a strength-based approach in my evaluations and work collaboratively with parents, teachers, therapists, and other professionals to best understand each patient. I provide diagnostic clarity regarding ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety, and other issues, and offer targeted recommendations individually-tailored to each patient's needs. My goal for every evaluation is to provide a "road map" to help each patient achieve success at school, work, and/or at home.
NSCN offers in-person assessments and virtual counseling services, with expertise in the evaluation and treatment of learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, AD/HD, executive dysfunction, and developmental disorders such as Autism.
Dr. Kavanagh is the owner and founder of North Shore Children's Neuropsychology, which offer neuropsychological assessment, counseling, and consultation to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families in Boston's North Shore. Dr. Kavanagh earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, her master's degree in Developmental and Educational Psychology from Boston College, and her undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Virginia. She has extensive training and experience working with children as young as 2, and can offer services across the lifespan
NSCN offers in-person assessments and virtual counseling services, with expertise in the evaluation and treatment of learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, AD/HD, executive dysfunction, and developmental disorders such as Autism.
Dr. Kavanagh is the owner and founder of North Shore Children's Neuropsychology, which offer neuropsychological assessment, counseling, and consultation to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families in Boston's North Shore. Dr. Kavanagh earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, her master's degree in Developmental and Educational Psychology from Boston College, and her undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Virginia. She has extensive training and experience working with children as young as 2, and can offer services across the lifespan
Dr. Schneider is the owner and founder of Essex Pediatric Neuropsychology in Marblehead, MA. She is a pediatric neuropsychologist who specializes in assessing children, adolescents, and adults with learning differences (e.g., dyslexia), executive functioning deficits, inattention, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental/ medical conditions (e.g., developmental delays, prematurity/low birth weight, concussion). Her goal is to help identify a child’s unique strengths and challenges and to advocate for the best way to support each child emotionally, socially, and academically.
Dr. Schneider is the owner and founder of Essex Pediatric Neuropsychology in Marblehead, MA. She is a pediatric neuropsychologist who specializes in assessing children, adolescents, and adults with learning differences (e.g., dyslexia), executive functioning deficits, inattention, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental/ medical conditions (e.g., developmental delays, prematurity/low birth weight, concussion). Her goal is to help identify a child’s unique strengths and challenges and to advocate for the best way to support each child emotionally, socially, and academically.
Timothy Gau is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Massachusetts who has 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are seeking support in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), OCD, low self-esteem, chronic stress, and more. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology from the University of Rochester and received his Master of Science in Counseling and Applied Educational Psychology from Northeastern University.
Timothy Gau is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Massachusetts who has 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are seeking support in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), OCD, low self-esteem, chronic stress, and more. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology from the University of Rochester and received his Master of Science in Counseling and Applied Educational Psychology from Northeastern University.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, navigating relationships, and life transitions. I enjoy working with clients who need emotional support and are motivated for change. My theoretical approach is Cognitive-behavioral and I work to develop skills based on dialectical behavior therapy and CBT. I specialize in adolescents experiencing anxiety and depression. I utilize both behavioral and interpersonal approaches to therapy, but a strength-based approach guides the treatment.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, navigating relationships, and life transitions. I enjoy working with clients who need emotional support and are motivated for change. My theoretical approach is Cognitive-behavioral and I work to develop skills based on dialectical behavior therapy and CBT. I specialize in adolescents experiencing anxiety and depression. I utilize both behavioral and interpersonal approaches to therapy, but a strength-based approach guides the treatment.
I also conduct neuropsychological assessment, including diagnostic testing for autism, learning disabilities, & ADHD.
Everyone deserves to experience joy & fulfillment in life & relationships, including you! At the foundation of my approach is a strong connection between two people that is based on mutual safety, trust, & genuine care. Within this relationship, I am my authentic self by bringing my warmth, dedication, & quirky personality that often puts folks at ease & enables them to more compassionately understand their true selves, strengths & imperfections in all. Through this process of self-exploration, people I work with learn to more honestly attend to & express their emotions, which leads to greater self-acceptance & consequently freedom from self-doubt & low self-esteem.
I also conduct neuropsychological assessment, including diagnostic testing for autism, learning disabilities, & ADHD.
Everyone deserves to experience joy & fulfillment in life & relationships, including you! At the foundation of my approach is a strong connection between two people that is based on mutual safety, trust, & genuine care. Within this relationship, I am my authentic self by bringing my warmth, dedication, & quirky personality that often puts folks at ease & enables them to more compassionately understand their true selves, strengths & imperfections in all. Through this process of self-exploration, people I work with learn to more honestly attend to & express their emotions, which leads to greater self-acceptance & consequently freedom from self-doubt & low self-esteem.
Dr. Limbert provides individual psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and adults, treating a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety, depression, and trauma. Dr. Limbert is a licensed School Psychologist, with extensive experience working with children and adolescents experiencing school adjustment issues, interpersonal/social conflicts, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g. Autism Spectrum Disorder). His approach to therapy is collaborative, relational, and strengths-based, emphasizing the importance of establishing trust, a sense of safety, and mutual respect as the foundation of therapy.
Dr. Limbert provides individual psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and adults, treating a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety, depression, and trauma. Dr. Limbert is a licensed School Psychologist, with extensive experience working with children and adolescents experiencing school adjustment issues, interpersonal/social conflicts, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g. Autism Spectrum Disorder). His approach to therapy is collaborative, relational, and strengths-based, emphasizing the importance of establishing trust, a sense of safety, and mutual respect as the foundation of therapy.
Peace by Piece Psychological Care
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, navigating relationships, and life transitions. I appreciate working with clients who recognize that a change needs to happen and are willing to take the first step to do so.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, navigating relationships, and life transitions. I appreciate working with clients who recognize that a change needs to happen and are willing to take the first step to do so.
Alicia Bolognese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
I am available for counseling adult individuals (located in the states of Massachusetts and Maine) experiencing a wide range of issues. I offer a supportive, strengths-based, person-centered approach and always with non-judgment. An ideal client working with me will be ready for change and can approach treatment with an honest and open dialogue.
I am available for counseling adult individuals (located in the states of Massachusetts and Maine) experiencing a wide range of issues. I offer a supportive, strengths-based, person-centered approach and always with non-judgment. An ideal client working with me will be ready for change and can approach treatment with an honest and open dialogue.
Telehealth Only - Licensed in MA, NH, and VT. I am passionate about helping people overcome and grow from life's difficulties. I work with young adults and women to discover their strength and resiliency. I am committed to bringing authenticity and compassion to each moment through mindfulness and empathy. I offer a nonjudgmental flexible approach that will not rush you in the process of growth. My therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with concrete solutions and coping strategies, equipping my clients with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.
Telehealth Only - Licensed in MA, NH, and VT. I am passionate about helping people overcome and grow from life's difficulties. I work with young adults and women to discover their strength and resiliency. I am committed to bringing authenticity and compassion to each moment through mindfulness and empathy. I offer a nonjudgmental flexible approach that will not rush you in the process of growth. My therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with concrete solutions and coping strategies, equipping my clients with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.
My goal is to help people who are struggling make positive changes in their lives. We create authentic relationships, understand your school and family systems, work to motivate you to overcome challenges, help you develop new skills, behaviors, and practices, and support you in developing confidence in maintaining changes.
My goal is to help people who are struggling make positive changes in their lives. We create authentic relationships, understand your school and family systems, work to motivate you to overcome challenges, help you develop new skills, behaviors, and practices, and support you in developing confidence in maintaining changes.
Nicholas Esposito
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
Many clients I've seen have struggled with depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, eating disorders, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have also provided support to loved ones as well. I like to provide a safe & nurturing space for you to explore your past and help develop your future. I use a strength's based and developmental approach to understand your needs and skills. I hope to be a space in your week for you to recharge, analyze yourself, and continue positive coping skills. I have over a decade's worth experience working with adolescents, students, and adults.
Many clients I've seen have struggled with depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, eating disorders, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have also provided support to loved ones as well. I like to provide a safe & nurturing space for you to explore your past and help develop your future. I use a strength's based and developmental approach to understand your needs and skills. I hope to be a space in your week for you to recharge, analyze yourself, and continue positive coping skills. I have over a decade's worth experience working with adolescents, students, and adults.
We are Accepting NEW Patients - Anxiety is our primary focus. We specialize in treating, children, teens, and adults with: Panic, Generalized Anxiety/Stress, Sports Performance, OCD, Body Image Concerns, Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms, Racing Thoughts, and Social Anxiety. Ciccio Counseling Centers follows a structured CBT treatment modality that is designed to produce measurable progress week-to-week. We also offer medication options through our psychiatric team if needed. Visit www.cicciocounselingcenters.com for more detailed information and to schedule an appointment for your over-the-phone consultation. 781-307-0098
We are Accepting NEW Patients - Anxiety is our primary focus. We specialize in treating, children, teens, and adults with: Panic, Generalized Anxiety/Stress, Sports Performance, OCD, Body Image Concerns, Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms, Racing Thoughts, and Social Anxiety. Ciccio Counseling Centers follows a structured CBT treatment modality that is designed to produce measurable progress week-to-week. We also offer medication options through our psychiatric team if needed. Visit www.cicciocounselingcenters.com for more detailed information and to schedule an appointment for your over-the-phone consultation. 781-307-0098
I view therapy as a holistic and collaborative experience, where people can learn more about themselves and join a therapeutic alliance rooted in compassion, warmth and acceptance. I am passionate about providing individualized care that meets my clients where they are at in innovative and flexible ways, often weaving in their strengths and interests into session.
I view therapy as a holistic and collaborative experience, where people can learn more about themselves and join a therapeutic alliance rooted in compassion, warmth and acceptance. I am passionate about providing individualized care that meets my clients where they are at in innovative and flexible ways, often weaving in their strengths and interests into session.
I serve a varied population seeking improvement in multiple areas of life. Clients can be as young as three;elders are often 80 yrs+! My work is governed by the principles of respect,compassion and mutuality. I assist those with mood,anxiety,focus problems as well as multiple other disorders impeding life satisfaction. I see couples seeking balance and equity in their relationship endeavoring to strengthen it. My practice reflects the community at large; I see as many women as men and children of all ages and ethnicities. My therapeutic approach: client-centered, strengths-based and eclectic. (**not taking new clients at present**)
I serve a varied population seeking improvement in multiple areas of life. Clients can be as young as three;elders are often 80 yrs+! My work is governed by the principles of respect,compassion and mutuality. I assist those with mood,anxiety,focus problems as well as multiple other disorders impeding life satisfaction. I see couples seeking balance and equity in their relationship endeavoring to strengthen it. My practice reflects the community at large; I see as many women as men and children of all ages and ethnicities. My therapeutic approach: client-centered, strengths-based and eclectic. (**not taking new clients at present**)
Castle Hill Counseling & Consulting, Inc. (CHCC) was founded in December of 2015. While drawing from my undergraduate education at Boston College, subsequent graduate program at Simmons College, and 20+ years of experience in the mental health and education field, I founded CHCC with the vision to deliver the highest quality service to children in the home, school environments, and to the larger systems supporting families through professional development, specialized trainings, and consultation. We have developed speciality areas of practice; including school refusal and avoidance, trauma, and educational program development.
Castle Hill Counseling & Consulting, Inc. (CHCC) was founded in December of 2015. While drawing from my undergraduate education at Boston College, subsequent graduate program at Simmons College, and 20+ years of experience in the mental health and education field, I founded CHCC with the vision to deliver the highest quality service to children in the home, school environments, and to the larger systems supporting families through professional development, specialized trainings, and consultation. We have developed speciality areas of practice; including school refusal and avoidance, trauma, and educational program development.
Sarah Blacker
Counselor, LMHC, MT-BC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
I believe that therapy is for everyone. When we feel safe, validated and understood, we each have the ability to feel empowered to live our best lives. Often, we have stories, behaviors, beliefs and unhealed parts that prevent us from feeling unstuck. My goal is to work with you and help you find the tools to truly know yourself, and to be the healthiest version of yourself that you can.
I believe that therapy is for everyone. When we feel safe, validated and understood, we each have the ability to feel empowered to live our best lives. Often, we have stories, behaviors, beliefs and unhealed parts that prevent us from feeling unstuck. My goal is to work with you and help you find the tools to truly know yourself, and to be the healthiest version of yourself that you can.
Melissa Rosenberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marblehead, MA 01945
My strong desire to help others came naturally, growing up with a parent who was a first responder and through exposure to people with developmental disabilities in our community. I’ve tailored my education to support my passion of helping others. In 2021, I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my Master's in Social Work. All of my jobs have focused on people, from my first job spending summers as a camp counselor with young children to my more recent jobs of working with at-risk youth and their parents, to my current work providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
My strong desire to help others came naturally, growing up with a parent who was a first responder and through exposure to people with developmental disabilities in our community. I’ve tailored my education to support my passion of helping others. In 2021, I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my Master's in Social Work. All of my jobs have focused on people, from my first job spending summers as a camp counselor with young children to my more recent jobs of working with at-risk youth and their parents, to my current work providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
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I have also specialized in adoption for over 15 years and Autism Spectrum Disorder for over 10 years.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to process their current challenges and develop new coping skills. Though I frequently practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy, I adapt my clinical approach to the unique challenges of the individual. I am highly influenced by my understanding of strength-based practice, family systems theories, and attachment theories. I utilize the Gottman approach (Level 2 certified) to couples counseling. I am an AASECT certified Sex Therapist.
I have also specialized in adoption for over 15 years and Autism Spectrum Disorder for over 10 years.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to process their current challenges and develop new coping skills. Though I frequently practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy, I adapt my clinical approach to the unique challenges of the individual. I am highly influenced by my understanding of strength-based practice, family systems theories, and attachment theories. I utilize the Gottman approach (Level 2 certified) to couples counseling. I am an AASECT certified Sex Therapist.
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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.