Autism Therapists in Norwood, MA
Jennifer Hersey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwood, MA 02062 (Online Only)
I am an independent licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, autism, relationship issues, depression, life transitions, and behavioral patterns that may be holding one back from experiencing a life they desire. I use evidence-based methods of treatment. By establishing a collaborative relationship, I help individuals learn how to self-regulate, self-advocate, build relationships, confidence, and problem solve. I also provide parent coaching to help parents learn how to best support their child's unique needs.
I am an independent licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, autism, relationship issues, depression, life transitions, and behavioral patterns that may be holding one back from experiencing a life they desire. I use evidence-based methods of treatment. By establishing a collaborative relationship, I help individuals learn how to self-regulate, self-advocate, build relationships, confidence, and problem solve. I also provide parent coaching to help parents learn how to best support their child's unique needs.
Wendy Colby-The Therapy Space, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwood, MA 02062 (Online Only)
I have experience conducting individual and family therapy with clients presenting with a broad range and severity of clinical issues. I have had the most experience working with those struggling with alcohol and drug addiction, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety, depression, teen/young adult concerns and various mood disorders. I have learned that people want someone to really hear them and respond with authenticity and compassion. Therapy can be a challenging journey, and it is my goal to help navigate you through the process every step of the way.
I have experience conducting individual and family therapy with clients presenting with a broad range and severity of clinical issues. I have had the most experience working with those struggling with alcohol and drug addiction, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety, depression, teen/young adult concerns and various mood disorders. I have learned that people want someone to really hear them and respond with authenticity and compassion. Therapy can be a challenging journey, and it is my goal to help navigate you through the process every step of the way.
I specialize in helping individuals dealing with relationship issues, despression, grief, autism (including what used to be called Asperger's Syndrome), OCD, bipolar disorder, and mood disorders.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, ADHD or perhaps the stress from significant life changes? You're not alone. We often face these challenges and search for effective ways to cope and seek a life where we can feel truly at peace and fulfilled. Together, we'll explore strategies to manage your emotions and daily stresses, aiming to unlock deep self-compassion and resilience. This journey is about empowering you to live confidently and realize your dreams, providing the support you need every step of the way.
I specialize in helping individuals dealing with relationship issues, despression, grief, autism (including what used to be called Asperger's Syndrome), OCD, bipolar disorder, and mood disorders.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, ADHD or perhaps the stress from significant life changes? You're not alone. We often face these challenges and search for effective ways to cope and seek a life where we can feel truly at peace and fulfilled. Together, we'll explore strategies to manage your emotions and daily stresses, aiming to unlock deep self-compassion and resilience. This journey is about empowering you to live confidently and realize your dreams, providing the support you need every step of the way.
As a pediatric neuropsychologist, I have over 15 years’ experience in helping empower children, teens, and families to reach their full potential. I specialize in working with preschoolers through young adults with a large variety of developmental, psychological, and medical concerns. In addition to providing comprehensive assessments of ADHD, learning disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses, I have particular expertise in evaluating and addressing prolonged recovery from concussion. I also focus on neuropsychological assessment of depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
As a pediatric neuropsychologist, I have over 15 years’ experience in helping empower children, teens, and families to reach their full potential. I specialize in working with preschoolers through young adults with a large variety of developmental, psychological, and medical concerns. In addition to providing comprehensive assessments of ADHD, learning disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses, I have particular expertise in evaluating and addressing prolonged recovery from concussion. I also focus on neuropsychological assessment of depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
By bringing unconsciousness into consciousness, we can understand why we do what we do. I want to help you have a safe space and time to gain skills, insight, and encouragement to be your true self. I am passionate about helping people achieve their potential and assisting them along the process. Some of my areas of particular interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, autism spectrum, relationship/marital issues, grief, understanding sexuality, open/ Poly relationships, and transgender/gender non-conforming individuals.
By bringing unconsciousness into consciousness, we can understand why we do what we do. I want to help you have a safe space and time to gain skills, insight, and encouragement to be your true self. I am passionate about helping people achieve their potential and assisting them along the process. Some of my areas of particular interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, autism spectrum, relationship/marital issues, grief, understanding sexuality, open/ Poly relationships, and transgender/gender non-conforming individuals.
At Boston Neuro Behavioral Associates, our goal is to provide excellent mental health services by putting our patients first. Our desire to provide excellent patient care, means that we keep up with the latest healthcare trends, with a willingness to tackle any challenges that our patients face.
At Boston Neuro Behavioral Associates, our goal is to provide excellent mental health services by putting our patients first. Our desire to provide excellent patient care, means that we keep up with the latest healthcare trends, with a willingness to tackle any challenges that our patients face.
Accepting new clients, daytime availability both in person and telehealth! Counseling can be an exciting and challenging experience. Together I can help you focus on & repair struggles from day to day life. Whether it be stress, worry, depression,conflict or even feeling "off", let’s start this journey together and focus on creating a new chapter.
Accepting new clients, daytime availability both in person and telehealth! Counseling can be an exciting and challenging experience. Together I can help you focus on & repair struggles from day to day life. Whether it be stress, worry, depression,conflict or even feeling "off", let’s start this journey together and focus on creating a new chapter.
We are a group practice owned and operated by licensed mental health professionals. We offer individual/group/couple and SUD therapy. We believe that everyone is the hero in their story.
We are a group practice owned and operated by licensed mental health professionals. We offer individual/group/couple and SUD therapy. We believe that everyone is the hero in their story.
Robert is passionate about blending the art and science of therapy, taking a personalized approach with each individual while drawing on strategies supported by decades of research. Robert believes in the importance of de-stigmatizing mental health struggles and having honest conversations about important changes we can make to help ourselves and our communities flourish. He enjoys incorporating techniques and discussions focused on understanding personal strengths, finding meaning, and cultivating daily experiences of joy, awe & connection.
Robert is passionate about blending the art and science of therapy, taking a personalized approach with each individual while drawing on strategies supported by decades of research. Robert believes in the importance of de-stigmatizing mental health struggles and having honest conversations about important changes we can make to help ourselves and our communities flourish. He enjoys incorporating techniques and discussions focused on understanding personal strengths, finding meaning, and cultivating daily experiences of joy, awe & connection.
Through years of home and community-based mental health experience, I've developed a passion for helping children, adolescents, and adults deepen their connections to others and to themselves. As a former clinician in early intervention, I've worked closely with clients facing peri- and postnatal mood and anxiety symptoms, those impacted by NICU journeys, trauma and loss, neurodiversity, complex medical conditions, new or chronic mental health symptoms, ADHD and attachment disruptions. For adults and parents, children and teens, I bring a warm, collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy.
Through years of home and community-based mental health experience, I've developed a passion for helping children, adolescents, and adults deepen their connections to others and to themselves. As a former clinician in early intervention, I've worked closely with clients facing peri- and postnatal mood and anxiety symptoms, those impacted by NICU journeys, trauma and loss, neurodiversity, complex medical conditions, new or chronic mental health symptoms, ADHD and attachment disruptions. For adults and parents, children and teens, I bring a warm, collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy.
Yannis Acosta
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwood, MA 02062 (Online Only)
In a world where mental health is gaining recognition for its importance, having a compassionate and dedicated therapist can make all the difference. I strive to embody these qualities, bringing a unique blend of empathy, expertise, and a non-judgmental approach to my practice. My therapeutic philosophy centers around empathy and understanding. Together, we will create a safe and supportive environment where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My diverse experience enables me to handle complex issues with sensitivity and insight, while tailoring treatment to your individual needs.
In a world where mental health is gaining recognition for its importance, having a compassionate and dedicated therapist can make all the difference. I strive to embody these qualities, bringing a unique blend of empathy, expertise, and a non-judgmental approach to my practice. My therapeutic philosophy centers around empathy and understanding. Together, we will create a safe and supportive environment where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My diverse experience enables me to handle complex issues with sensitivity and insight, while tailoring treatment to your individual needs.
Megan L McGrath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwood, MA 02062
Not accepting new clients
Patients are often coping with life transitions and psychosocial stressors associated with their age group and/or anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, co-morbid medical conditions, ADHD, PTSD, autism spectrum disorders, or mild cognitive impairment.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker who received their undergraduate and graduate degree from Boston College. I worked at Massachusetts General Hospital and McLean Hospital before entering into private practice. I treat individuals from age 14 through adult and older adulthood, having completed clinical internships in graduate school at a school for children with special needs and the geriatric training program at the Veterans Administration Medical Center.
Patients are often coping with life transitions and psychosocial stressors associated with their age group and/or anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, co-morbid medical conditions, ADHD, PTSD, autism spectrum disorders, or mild cognitive impairment.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker who received their undergraduate and graduate degree from Boston College. I worked at Massachusetts General Hospital and McLean Hospital before entering into private practice. I treat individuals from age 14 through adult and older adulthood, having completed clinical internships in graduate school at a school for children with special needs and the geriatric training program at the Veterans Administration Medical Center.
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I am a nationally recognized expert in evaluating and treating females on the autism spectrum.
Welcome! As a child and adolescent psychologist, I am passionate about providing empowering and empathic care to children, teens, and their families. I specialize in neuropsychological and educational evaluations for clients ages 5 through college. Evaluations are a powerful tool to help children, teens, and their families better understand their unique strengths, passions, and areas of growth and need.
I am a nationally recognized expert in evaluating and treating females on the autism spectrum.
Welcome! As a child and adolescent psychologist, I am passionate about providing empowering and empathic care to children, teens, and their families. I specialize in neuropsychological and educational evaluations for clients ages 5 through college. Evaluations are a powerful tool to help children, teens, and their families better understand their unique strengths, passions, and areas of growth and need.
Partial List of Services: ADHD - Mental Health - Compatibility - Emotional Intelligence - Autism - Career - Athletes - Personality - Anxiety - Borderline Personality - Creativity - Emotional Dysregulation - Fluid Intelligence - Testing for Mensa - Multiple Intelligences - OCD - Preschool IQ - Learning Disabilities - Giftedness - Learning Differences.
For over twenty years, we have provided advanced psychological testing using scientifically proven and established tests. Our principal psychologist, Dr. Alan Jacobson, oversees all testing. We will design a testing battery to meet your unique needs so that we can answer any questions you have, give you suggestions to help you overcome barriers, reach your potential, and bring welcome clarity to your day-to-day life. Our reports present substantial information beyond simply describing challenges; we provide insight and an individualized toolkit. We can also help you get any necessary accommodations at work or school.
Partial List of Services: ADHD - Mental Health - Compatibility - Emotional Intelligence - Autism - Career - Athletes - Personality - Anxiety - Borderline Personality - Creativity - Emotional Dysregulation - Fluid Intelligence - Testing for Mensa - Multiple Intelligences - OCD - Preschool IQ - Learning Disabilities - Giftedness - Learning Differences.
For over twenty years, we have provided advanced psychological testing using scientifically proven and established tests. Our principal psychologist, Dr. Alan Jacobson, oversees all testing. We will design a testing battery to meet your unique needs so that we can answer any questions you have, give you suggestions to help you overcome barriers, reach your potential, and bring welcome clarity to your day-to-day life. Our reports present substantial information beyond simply describing challenges; we provide insight and an individualized toolkit. We can also help you get any necessary accommodations at work or school.
Behavior Support/Executive Function-Jessica Drohan
MA, BCBA, LABA
Verified Verified
Westwood, MA 02090
Waitlist for new clients
About Me: I am a behavior consultant and child and parent coach. My specialty and passion is providing in depth Behavior Support and Executive Functioning Coaching to both parents and their children. I specialize in Autism, ADHD, Executive Functioning Challenges and general behavior support. I also provide support for IEP, 504, and other school meetings, sleep training support, and toilet training support. Now offering virtual and in-person friendship groups. E-mail or call for more information.
About Me: I am a behavior consultant and child and parent coach. My specialty and passion is providing in depth Behavior Support and Executive Functioning Coaching to both parents and their children. I specialize in Autism, ADHD, Executive Functioning Challenges and general behavior support. I also provide support for IEP, 504, and other school meetings, sleep training support, and toilet training support. Now offering virtual and in-person friendship groups. E-mail or call for more information.
Treatment specialities include ADHD, opposition and defiance, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
I believe therapy is about helping people realize the greatest amount of happiness in their lives. This may be learning how to manage one's depression and anxiety, a child or adolescent managing their opposition and defiance, or even some skills to make a speech or fall asleep. I also feel therapy is key in processing daily conflicts that affect our thoughts and feelings, but also learning how to make the best decisions that we value.
Treatment specialities include ADHD, opposition and defiance, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
I believe therapy is about helping people realize the greatest amount of happiness in their lives. This may be learning how to manage one's depression and anxiety, a child or adolescent managing their opposition and defiance, or even some skills to make a speech or fall asleep. I also feel therapy is key in processing daily conflicts that affect our thoughts and feelings, but also learning how to make the best decisions that we value.
In my 20+ years in the field, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals dealing with a wide range of challenges and experiences. Each person has their own unique experience in life and with mental health issues and stressors. I feel therapy should be individualized to the person and each session should aim to offer growth and insight. I offer space for folks to feel accepted, safe and heard. I am especially committed to treating the LGBTGIA+ community, those seeking gender affirming care (trans/NB), neurodiverse folks, people coping with chronic pain/medical issues. Issues specific to women and AFAB folks.
In my 20+ years in the field, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals dealing with a wide range of challenges and experiences. Each person has their own unique experience in life and with mental health issues and stressors. I feel therapy should be individualized to the person and each session should aim to offer growth and insight. I offer space for folks to feel accepted, safe and heard. I am especially committed to treating the LGBTGIA+ community, those seeking gender affirming care (trans/NB), neurodiverse folks, people coping with chronic pain/medical issues. Issues specific to women and AFAB folks.
Wildflower Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dedham, MA 02026
Supporting your mental and emotional health is just as important to our wellbeing as brushing our teeth or going to the doctors. We seek to work with motivated clients looking for support in big life transitions and stressors, confidence building, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. We also offer parent coaching for navigating co-regulation techniques, executive function tools, strategies in healthy communication, and social/emotional needs of their children.
Supporting your mental and emotional health is just as important to our wellbeing as brushing our teeth or going to the doctors. We seek to work with motivated clients looking for support in big life transitions and stressors, confidence building, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. We also offer parent coaching for navigating co-regulation techniques, executive function tools, strategies in healthy communication, and social/emotional needs of their children.
New Practice, Experienced Therapist, Accepting New Clients. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and families, bringing professional experience in center-based outpatient care and home-based family therapy settings. I integrate philosophies and interventions of cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, family systems therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy approaches through a strengths-based lens. I bring experience supervising clinical teams at the state agency level in addition to familiarity with public and therapeutic school systems in Norfolk County.
New Practice, Experienced Therapist, Accepting New Clients. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and families, bringing professional experience in center-based outpatient care and home-based family therapy settings. I integrate philosophies and interventions of cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, family systems therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy approaches through a strengths-based lens. I bring experience supervising clinical teams at the state agency level in addition to familiarity with public and therapeutic school systems in Norfolk County.
Northeast Health Services is a group of local outpatient mental health care clinics dedicated to transforming lives by offering quality, easily accessible mental health care. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and accessibility, we strive to provide personalized care that addresses both the physical and emotional well-being of every one of our clients. Our dedicated team of mental health professionals is driven by a shared mission to make a meaningful impact on the lives we touch, ensuring a healthier, brighter future for all.
Northeast Health Services is a group of local outpatient mental health care clinics dedicated to transforming lives by offering quality, easily accessible mental health care. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and accessibility, we strive to provide personalized care that addresses both the physical and emotional well-being of every one of our clients. Our dedicated team of mental health professionals is driven by a shared mission to make a meaningful impact on the lives we touch, ensuring a healthier, brighter future for all.
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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.