Autism Therapists in Worcester, MA

I received my Master’s Degree from Lesley University in Mental Health Counseling specializing in Music Therapy in 2018. I specialize in trauma-based work and have experience working with all ages and diagnoses, such as: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, Autism, PTSD, Gender Dysphoria, and Disruptive and Impulse-Control disorders. I have done individual work, family work, sibling work, and group therapy throughout my career. If you are looking to learn more about yourself and how past and/or current issues are impacting you then I am your person! I am only providing Telehealth services.

Currently on a waitlist. Feeling kind of blah? Are you experiencing a life transition due to grief, illness, caregiving, partner separation, parenthood, college or work? If you’re feeling exhausted, foggy, forgetful, sad, anxious, disconnected, indecisive and “stuck”, you are experiencing some of the most common and difficult symptoms associated with adjustment. Imagine feeling more energized, relieved, small sparks of excitement. Feeling more connected to yourself and what/who is important. Small steps to rewiring your thoughts and how we approach situations can create lasting change.

Hello and welcome to taking the first step towards seeking support! My name is Brittany, and I am a professional with a Master's in Psychology and a certification in American Sign Language. With over 10 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to working with children and young adults, utilizing trauma-informed interventions. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients, mood disorders and life transitions. My style is casual and compassionate, creating a warm and welcoming environment for my clients.

As a trans identified, queer, non-binary person- I use an eclectic style which consists of many modalities. I want to provide a safe space that is gender affirming, sex/kink/ body positive, and BIPOC allied that allows you the space to participate in therapy in the way that works best for YOU. I will challenge you when needed but will always fiercely support you. I am a Cancer sun, Capricorn moon, and a Pisces rising! I work in a queer group practice- Leaves of Change Counseling.

I am accepting new clients. My name is Larissa, and I am a specialist in treating eating disorders and neurodivergence.  I have successfully worked with many clients to improve binging, restrictive, and purging behaviors, ARFID, and related symptoms including sensory issues, a limited food variety (“picky eaters”), concentration and focus skills, and coping with chronic illness.  I give positive, trauma-informed care without sugar coating of the challenges of mental health recovery. I provide context behind the development and maintenance of symptoms while holding my clients accountable for what is within their own control.

I believe everyone has the potential for healing and growth that is personally meaningful to them, and therapy is partnership between client and therapist on a journey of transformation. I utilize a grounded, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to support you in gaining insight and resolution to achieve the change you want within yourself and your life. I am a gender and neurodivergent affirming therapist with a focus in working with adults to address needs including LGBTQ+ issues, neurodiversity, life transitions, women’s issues, emerging adulthood, family/relationship dynamics, and mental health disorders.

Our practice offers clients a chance to collaborate to create a strength-based, client-centered, holistic treatment plan that will allow the client to achieve their goals through a wide variety of interventions. Our group practice has a variety of clinicians who have an extensive history working with a wide variety of presenting problems, including mood and adjustment disorders, trauma, and family and relational issues. We will work with you to find creative and plausible solutions to the problems you are facing. We believe wellness is achievable, manageable, and sustainable for all clients.

We have several male and female clinicians for in person sessions in the Framingham and Worcester area. We offer Telehealth for anyone residing in Massachusetts. I believe treatment begins when you bring about a new sense of awareness, and start to recognize the desire to change through acceptance of who you are, and who you want to be

I have several after-school appointments available

Our journeys begin within ourselves. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), I work to grow the light from within, place great emphasis on therapeutic relationships, and work to foster growth. Together, we can build an understanding of your life experiences, stressors and triumphs to bring you closer to your goals. As an equestrian a small portion of my practice is allocated towards fellow Equestrians and pet owners offering support in all aspects of the sport and pet ownership.

Dan (he/his) specializes in working with young adults and is particularly passionate about working with individuals with ADHD. He brings experience with elements of CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to clients looking to manage symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and past trauma that can so often co-occur with an ADHD diagnosis. Working with individuals, couples, and families, Dan is passionate about celebrating and acknowledging neurodiversity as a unique strength and supporting clients in the challenges and successes that arise in navigating a neurotypical world.

My particular areas of interests include (but are not limited to): depression/anxiety, life transitions, college mental health, LGBTQIA+ issues, emotion regulation, and issues with relationships. I have significant experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as with the poly/kink community.

I offer evidence-based, client centered, treatments delivered with compassion, humor and intelligence. My job satisfaction comes from seeing large changes in my clients over a short period of time. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and include elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychosocial intervention that is the most widely used evidence-based practice for improving mental health. Guided by empirical research, CBT focuses on the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems and changing unhelpful patterns in cognitions (e.g. thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes), behaviors, and emotional regulation.

Is anxiety or depression getting in the way of the life that you want to lead? Do you want to move towards independence but feel confused or overwhelmed? Are you questioning your sexuality or gender identity? I am here to help. I offer a calming, nonjudgmental presence providing support and helping you to learn new ways of overcoming the difficulties that you face.

An ideal client is between the ages of 8 and 25 years old and is someone who is experiencing challenges with their mental health, interpersonal relationships, emotional and/or behavioral regulation, or executive functioning. They may identify as LGBTQIA2S+. Their goals include developing insight into their challenges as a way to grow and learn about themselves. They are open to services and are looking for help to manage their challenging experiences.

Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Worcester. At our Worcester clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and medication management.

Life can often times make us feel like a crab without a shell, being thrown around by the waves into the rocks of the jetty. For many of us, there was never a "before" period - rather, the struggle has been all one has known. Individuals born into dysfunctional family systems often find that vulnerabilities from childhood not only fail to leave us as we become adults, but often make frequent and unwelcome appearances in the form of insecurity, shame, misplaced guilt and difficulty in relationships, to name a few.

Do you find yourself struggling with managing anxiety or finding peace within yourself? Or wishing you could communicate in a healthier way or achieve greater intimacy with your partner? I support couples and individuals by encouraging and modeling more collaborative, authentic and empathic relationships. I believe with the help of some humor, a judgement-free therapeutic space encourages an individual's introspection, self-compassion and growth. Every person has unique strengths and insight that can lead them towards a life enriched by deep and well balanced relationships with themselves and others.

I am a licensed mental health therapist (LMHC) located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. I have over 8 years of experience working in mental and behavioral health, including in therapy, addiction treatment, emergency mental health, and inpatient and outpatient treatment. I specialize in treating individuals struggling with ADHD and in working with individuals who identify as neurodivergent. I am conscious of the manner in which these individuals are at a higher risk for addiction, hospitalization, suicide, physical health problems, and social challenges (e.g., bullying).