Autism Therapists in Florham Park, NJ
I enjoy working with children, teens and adults. Most of my experience has been in the home and school setting, working with children and teens who experience anxiety, depression, developmental disabilities and behavioral concerns. Most of my clients strive to develop skills to work on emotional regulation and improve their interpersonal relationships. Working with individuals in a variety of settings has given me the perspective on the importance of understanding the influence of different environments on a client's life.
I enjoy working with children, teens and adults. Most of my experience has been in the home and school setting, working with children and teens who experience anxiety, depression, developmental disabilities and behavioral concerns. Most of my clients strive to develop skills to work on emotional regulation and improve their interpersonal relationships. Working with individuals in a variety of settings has given me the perspective on the importance of understanding the influence of different environments on a client's life.
Erin McShane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been feeling "stuck?" Are you having difficulty coping with stress in your life due to relationships, parenting, employment or other life transitions? Do you have concerns about your child's behavioral or emotional functioning? Does your child have difficulty interacting with his/her peers? If any of the above ring true, please know that you are not alone. Often, accepting that there is a problem, or that something in your life needs improvement, can be a difficult first step. It is not uncommon to encounter bumps in the road, though it's important to know that these challenging times CAN improve.
Have you been feeling "stuck?" Are you having difficulty coping with stress in your life due to relationships, parenting, employment or other life transitions? Do you have concerns about your child's behavioral or emotional functioning? Does your child have difficulty interacting with his/her peers? If any of the above ring true, please know that you are not alone. Often, accepting that there is a problem, or that something in your life needs improvement, can be a difficult first step. It is not uncommon to encounter bumps in the road, though it's important to know that these challenging times CAN improve.
9/18: Accepting new clients! I am a licensed social worker with over 13 years of experience. My practice began with working with children & their families and has evolved to focus on children thru teens, college age, & young adults. When working with children, I specialize in working with those who present with behavioral/ social-emotional difficulties, developmental concerns & school related issues. I have a strong background in behavioral therapy and have worked across a variety of settings.. In addition, I focus on my practice on teens & young adult struggling with anxiety, depression, relational & phase of life difficulties.
9/18: Accepting new clients! I am a licensed social worker with over 13 years of experience. My practice began with working with children & their families and has evolved to focus on children thru teens, college age, & young adults. When working with children, I specialize in working with those who present with behavioral/ social-emotional difficulties, developmental concerns & school related issues. I have a strong background in behavioral therapy and have worked across a variety of settings.. In addition, I focus on my practice on teens & young adult struggling with anxiety, depression, relational & phase of life difficulties.
Lindsay Hafner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Are you feeling isolated or having trouble adjusting after a significant life change or having difficulty connecting with loved ones? Is a traumatic event plaguing you? I have specialized training in working with couples, relationship issues, first responders, teachers, people with disabilities, and new or expecting mothers. People are not "one size fits all," which is why I use several modalities during therapy to customize treatment for every client. Clients can begin to look at things from a new perspective and create lasting change. Let's get "unstuck" by working together!
Are you feeling isolated or having trouble adjusting after a significant life change or having difficulty connecting with loved ones? Is a traumatic event plaguing you? I have specialized training in working with couples, relationship issues, first responders, teachers, people with disabilities, and new or expecting mothers. People are not "one size fits all," which is why I use several modalities during therapy to customize treatment for every client. Clients can begin to look at things from a new perspective and create lasting change. Let's get "unstuck" by working together!
Cognitive Change
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Cognitive Change has been providing excellent service to each individual, couple, and family for over 12 years through the use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for all ages. Our clients include all cultural, racial, gender, and economic backgrounds. All our therapists are either certified in CBT, TEAM-CBT, or DBT and are supervised by a certified CBT therapist. We work with co-dependency, anger, OCD, phobias, panic disorders, PTSD & trauma. Our goal with all clients is to learn how to move toward the life the client wants to live while accepting themselves and the world around them.
Cognitive Change has been providing excellent service to each individual, couple, and family for over 12 years through the use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for all ages. Our clients include all cultural, racial, gender, and economic backgrounds. All our therapists are either certified in CBT, TEAM-CBT, or DBT and are supervised by a certified CBT therapist. We work with co-dependency, anger, OCD, phobias, panic disorders, PTSD & trauma. Our goal with all clients is to learn how to move toward the life the client wants to live while accepting themselves and the world around them.
Roman W. Lemega, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Florham Park, NJ 07932
I am a licensed psychologist offering individualized psychological services during day and evening hours for your convenience. I can work with you directly in my office or virtually via secure HIPPA compliant Telehealth platform. Services include therapy for individuals, couples, family, consultations, skill development, training, problem solving, relationship issues, work issues, etc. If you would like to get help for your specific issues where you are experiencing different levels of discomfort, stress, anxiety, anger, pain, depression, problem behaviors, relationship or work issues; then please give me a call at 973-377-2213.
I am a licensed psychologist offering individualized psychological services during day and evening hours for your convenience. I can work with you directly in my office or virtually via secure HIPPA compliant Telehealth platform. Services include therapy for individuals, couples, family, consultations, skill development, training, problem solving, relationship issues, work issues, etc. If you would like to get help for your specific issues where you are experiencing different levels of discomfort, stress, anxiety, anger, pain, depression, problem behaviors, relationship or work issues; then please give me a call at 973-377-2213.
Nicole Barrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Florham Park, NJ 07932 (Online Only)
Nicole is a psychotherapist at Cognitive Change who enjoys working with preadolescents, adolescents, young adults, as well as families experiencing a wide range of challenges, including social & familial hardships, life transitions, parental divorce and separation, symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood & behavioral disorders, learning challenges, low self-esteem, bullying, and school refusal. Passionate about empowering her clients through her affable, calming, and genuine nature, Nicole takes a holistic, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to making positive, sustainable changes in her client’s journeys.
Nicole is a psychotherapist at Cognitive Change who enjoys working with preadolescents, adolescents, young adults, as well as families experiencing a wide range of challenges, including social & familial hardships, life transitions, parental divorce and separation, symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood & behavioral disorders, learning challenges, low self-esteem, bullying, and school refusal. Passionate about empowering her clients through her affable, calming, and genuine nature, Nicole takes a holistic, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to making positive, sustainable changes in her client’s journeys.
Lauren Rubino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Teens are experiencing anxiety and depression at an increased rate. The pressures of school, friendships, and social media are overwhelming. You are noticing that your teen is irritable, withdrawn, expressing excessive worry or sadness, and having difficulty managing their emotions. Communication between you and your teen is tense or non-existent. My goal in therapy is to help your teen identify their emotions and develop coping strategies to improve their emotional-well being. I work to quickly build rapport with your teen so that they feel comfortable to speak about their problems and feelings.
Teens are experiencing anxiety and depression at an increased rate. The pressures of school, friendships, and social media are overwhelming. You are noticing that your teen is irritable, withdrawn, expressing excessive worry or sadness, and having difficulty managing their emotions. Communication between you and your teen is tense or non-existent. My goal in therapy is to help your teen identify their emotions and develop coping strategies to improve their emotional-well being. I work to quickly build rapport with your teen so that they feel comfortable to speak about their problems and feelings.
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Having developed an expertise in the fields of Mental Health, Chemical Dependence and Intellectual - Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) including Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), enables me to provide to my clients with specialized counseling and evaluations, including psycho-sexual assessment and counseling for individuals within the I/DD and ASD diagnosis.
Are you experiencing excessive worry, anxiety and/or depression? Are you dealing with other issues such as chemical abuse, behavioral challenges that adversely impact your life? Welcome and greetings to you for taking an important step in addressing your emotional wellness needs. Seeking professional help is an important step on your road to wellness. With more than 30 years of clinical experience in the field of Behavioral Health, Addictions and Intellectual-Developmental Disabilities, I have a proven record of success providing individuals, couples and family counseling to adolescents and adults in a warm, welcoming and engaging environment.
Having developed an expertise in the fields of Mental Health, Chemical Dependence and Intellectual - Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) including Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), enables me to provide to my clients with specialized counseling and evaluations, including psycho-sexual assessment and counseling for individuals within the I/DD and ASD diagnosis.
Are you experiencing excessive worry, anxiety and/or depression? Are you dealing with other issues such as chemical abuse, behavioral challenges that adversely impact your life? Welcome and greetings to you for taking an important step in addressing your emotional wellness needs. Seeking professional help is an important step on your road to wellness. With more than 30 years of clinical experience in the field of Behavioral Health, Addictions and Intellectual-Developmental Disabilities, I have a proven record of success providing individuals, couples and family counseling to adolescents and adults in a warm, welcoming and engaging environment.
Whether due to Aspergers, Autism, Social Anxiety, or ADHD I am an experienced clinician in the realm of social skills development.
My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, collaborative environment for my clients. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in individual and group therapy for children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I can assist in the development of coping strategies to manage social challenges, stress, depression, and anxiety. I help individuals learn about specific behaviors and develop interventions that lead to positive behavioral change. Together we can identify triggers to stress and develop coping skills for empowerment.
Whether due to Aspergers, Autism, Social Anxiety, or ADHD I am an experienced clinician in the realm of social skills development.
My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, collaborative environment for my clients. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in individual and group therapy for children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I can assist in the development of coping strategies to manage social challenges, stress, depression, and anxiety. I help individuals learn about specific behaviors and develop interventions that lead to positive behavioral change. Together we can identify triggers to stress and develop coping skills for empowerment.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Vanessa Morgenthaler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SAC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients on many issues (life is complicated!) with a special focus on anxiety, depression, and helping folks identify and understand neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism).
Productive therapy starts by building a genuine connection. I enjoy helping clients to better understand and navigate stressors while building resilience, self-awareness & self-sufficiency. I am a firm believer of therapy being what you need it to be, and don't believe that therapy has to last forever.
I work with clients on many issues (life is complicated!) with a special focus on anxiety, depression, and helping folks identify and understand neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism).
Productive therapy starts by building a genuine connection. I enjoy helping clients to better understand and navigate stressors while building resilience, self-awareness & self-sufficiency. I am a firm believer of therapy being what you need it to be, and don't believe that therapy has to last forever.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Psychological and Educational Consulting LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Livingston, NJ 07039
We specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Learning Difficulties (dyslexia), and Behavioral Struggles at home and in school using a CBT, positive, holistic approach.
You are no longer alone! Let us support you and your child, adolescent, or young adult with special needs. Our team of therapists is here to help you manage ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Learning Disability through Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Parent Coaching, Behavior Management and Executive Functioning Coaching. We also offer Psycho-Educational Evaluations that are CST, College Board, LSAT, MCAT, College and bar exam-friendly. We also provide therapy for adults.
We specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Learning Difficulties (dyslexia), and Behavioral Struggles at home and in school using a CBT, positive, holistic approach.
You are no longer alone! Let us support you and your child, adolescent, or young adult with special needs. Our team of therapists is here to help you manage ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Learning Disability through Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Parent Coaching, Behavior Management and Executive Functioning Coaching. We also offer Psycho-Educational Evaluations that are CST, College Board, LSAT, MCAT, College and bar exam-friendly. We also provide therapy for adults.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Feeling lost when trying to decide your next steps or ways to work through changes? Struggling to determine how to best help your child through anxiety or high functioning autism? Support, education & targeted therapy with an experienced therapist can make a huge difference in you/your child’s self-esteem, understanding of self and your family’s daily life.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. The “right fit” in therapy is crucial for success. I am told I am an approachable and knowledgeable therapist and listed below are my areas of specialty. I offer in-office therapy, in-home consultation, training and family/community support meetings aimed at providing an integrative approach to you or your child’s emotional health. For my work with children, I specialize in high functioning autism, ADHD, anxiety and other childhood behavioral concerns. With adults, I focus on how life changes/losses have changed your path and work to help you get back to where you want to be.
Feeling lost when trying to decide your next steps or ways to work through changes? Struggling to determine how to best help your child through anxiety or high functioning autism? Support, education & targeted therapy with an experienced therapist can make a huge difference in you/your child’s self-esteem, understanding of self and your family’s daily life.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. The “right fit” in therapy is crucial for success. I am told I am an approachable and knowledgeable therapist and listed below are my areas of specialty. I offer in-office therapy, in-home consultation, training and family/community support meetings aimed at providing an integrative approach to you or your child’s emotional health. For my work with children, I specialize in high functioning autism, ADHD, anxiety and other childhood behavioral concerns. With adults, I focus on how life changes/losses have changed your path and work to help you get back to where you want to be.
Blair Biersbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940 (Online Only)
You may be seeking relief from anxious or depressed thoughts, support in setting healthy boundaries, improved self-confidence, or deeper connections. You want something to change, and I will meet you with empathy and warmth as you begin this journey.
You may be seeking relief from anxious or depressed thoughts, support in setting healthy boundaries, improved self-confidence, or deeper connections. You want something to change, and I will meet you with empathy and warmth as you begin this journey.
I offer guidance in your journey of rediscovering unconditional love for self and the world. I help you have compassion for challenging feelings by acknowledging how these feelings are separate from our inner spirit and thus don’t define our worth. It becomes easier to accept these feelings by also acknowledging that they have a purpose of self protection and therefore come from a place of love. Acceptance of feelings allows us to return to nurturing our bodies through somatic practices and reach a state of joy in the present moment for our blessings. I hope I can reignite the light already in you so it can shine brighter
I offer guidance in your journey of rediscovering unconditional love for self and the world. I help you have compassion for challenging feelings by acknowledging how these feelings are separate from our inner spirit and thus don’t define our worth. It becomes easier to accept these feelings by also acknowledging that they have a purpose of self protection and therefore come from a place of love. Acceptance of feelings allows us to return to nurturing our bodies through somatic practices and reach a state of joy in the present moment for our blessings. I hope I can reignite the light already in you so it can shine brighter
Do you worry all the time? Do you find yourself avoiding things that you once loved doing due to fear? Does anxiety keep you awake at night? I help people who struggle with Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, and Anxiety Related Disorders such as OCD, skin picking, and trichotillomania, learn to make meaningful changes in their lives, and to stop the anxiety spiral.
Do you worry all the time? Do you find yourself avoiding things that you once loved doing due to fear? Does anxiety keep you awake at night? I help people who struggle with Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, and Anxiety Related Disorders such as OCD, skin picking, and trichotillomania, learn to make meaningful changes in their lives, and to stop the anxiety spiral.
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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.