Autism Therapists in Bedford, NY
Do you need stress relief? Is anxiety intruding into your life? Do you sometimes feel low and have no where positive to turn? My practice will help to alleviate and solve these sometimes staggering life problems. I use a holistic and warm approach to address many of life's challenges- whether with relationships, individual identity, or with family needs. We will focus on developing a vibrant, well-related, and meaning self. I offer effective short term therapy, as well as longer partnerships aimed at developing a positive and fulfilled identity. Invest in yourself- together we'll find the path forward so you can flourish.
Do you need stress relief? Is anxiety intruding into your life? Do you sometimes feel low and have no where positive to turn? My practice will help to alleviate and solve these sometimes staggering life problems. I use a holistic and warm approach to address many of life's challenges- whether with relationships, individual identity, or with family needs. We will focus on developing a vibrant, well-related, and meaning self. I offer effective short term therapy, as well as longer partnerships aimed at developing a positive and fulfilled identity. Invest in yourself- together we'll find the path forward so you can flourish.
Feel better. Do better. Therapy opens possibility, promotes healing, and resolves problems. With compassion and understanding for your circumstances, I provide structure and guidance in your personal process. From your first appointment and initial assessment you will have feedback and direction. While therapy is likely to explore root causes of difficulties, I believe practical problem solving and life management skills provide relief from distress and promote improvements every day. I bring energy and enthusiasm with extensive skills and knowledge to best meet each client's needs.
Feel better. Do better. Therapy opens possibility, promotes healing, and resolves problems. With compassion and understanding for your circumstances, I provide structure and guidance in your personal process. From your first appointment and initial assessment you will have feedback and direction. While therapy is likely to explore root causes of difficulties, I believe practical problem solving and life management skills provide relief from distress and promote improvements every day. I bring energy and enthusiasm with extensive skills and knowledge to best meet each client's needs.
Head In the Right Direction Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Bedford, NY 10506
We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Relationship woes? Existential Angst? Have a troubled teen or child in trouble? Feel stuck your life? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through this too. This is temporary. We will reach out to you, discuss your needs, and pair you with a therapist familiar with your needs. Together, you will meet, identify issues, collaborate to create a plan, follow through with some reasonable interventions, and figure out ways to make the changes last.
We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Relationship woes? Existential Angst? Have a troubled teen or child in trouble? Feel stuck your life? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through this too. This is temporary. We will reach out to you, discuss your needs, and pair you with a therapist familiar with your needs. Together, you will meet, identify issues, collaborate to create a plan, follow through with some reasonable interventions, and figure out ways to make the changes last.
Welcome friends! I am a modern-day medicine woman, author, mom, and a trailblazer who revolutionized the field of holistic psychology for adults, kids, teens, & families for over two decades by integrating enduring wisdom with contemporary science to achieve true health & wellness. You or your child will REWILD—untethering from limitations of fear, distraction, apathy, outdated beliefs and unhealthy behavior patterns to the empowered freedom of courage, creativity, passion, instinctual wisdom, boundless joy, potent self-healing capacities, and radical authenticity that allows your true self to shine!
Welcome friends! I am a modern-day medicine woman, author, mom, and a trailblazer who revolutionized the field of holistic psychology for adults, kids, teens, & families for over two decades by integrating enduring wisdom with contemporary science to achieve true health & wellness. You or your child will REWILD—untethering from limitations of fear, distraction, apathy, outdated beliefs and unhealthy behavior patterns to the empowered freedom of courage, creativity, passion, instinctual wisdom, boundless joy, potent self-healing capacities, and radical authenticity that allows your true self to shine!
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The 13th Child Autism & Behavioral Coaching, Inc. is a consulting company focused on those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder & other socio-behavioral uniqueness. Direct teaching is available in a 1-1 setting within the home or school, as well as incidental teaching in the natural environment of classrooms and households. We focus on children, teens and adults that struggle academically, behaviorally and socially.
The 13th Child Autism & Behavioral Coaching, Inc. is a consulting company focused on those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder & other socio-behavioral uniqueness. Direct teaching is available in a 1-1 setting within the home or school, as well as incidental teaching in the natural environment of classrooms and households. We focus on children, teens and adults that struggle academically, behaviorally and socially.
Feeling somewhat overwhelmed? Let's just sit and talk; help me understand where you are and how i might best assist you. I have been practicing for 30+ years, having served not only as therapist/supervisor but as Chief Psychologist at a major mental health facility, educational consultant to a variety of metropolitan school systems and as an Associate Professor of Psychology. I specialize in areas of personal development, academic achievement/educational testing, behavioral management and autism. Perhaps we can work together to discover more efficient ways of navigating life issues other than by simply having to endure them.
Feeling somewhat overwhelmed? Let's just sit and talk; help me understand where you are and how i might best assist you. I have been practicing for 30+ years, having served not only as therapist/supervisor but as Chief Psychologist at a major mental health facility, educational consultant to a variety of metropolitan school systems and as an Associate Professor of Psychology. I specialize in areas of personal development, academic achievement/educational testing, behavioral management and autism. Perhaps we can work together to discover more efficient ways of navigating life issues other than by simply having to endure them.
I have over 24 years of experience with special needs children and their families. I use a whole child/family approach to wellness and the use of family systems. I work as part of interdisciplinary teams of therapists who are addressing other needs of the child also. I have experience in most of the school districts in northern westchester and with the department of health system for younger children. I am currently in the dissertation phase of my doctorate, which focusses on the parent-child relationship in with children on the autism spectrum and their parents.
I have over 24 years of experience with special needs children and their families. I use a whole child/family approach to wellness and the use of family systems. I work as part of interdisciplinary teams of therapists who are addressing other needs of the child also. I have experience in most of the school districts in northern westchester and with the department of health system for younger children. I am currently in the dissertation phase of my doctorate, which focusses on the parent-child relationship in with children on the autism spectrum and their parents.
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.
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.
Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
South Salem, NY 10590
Our center provides expert-level integrative care that goes beyond the surface of the issue. We support children, adolescents, teens, adults and families with a variety of mental health issues: ADHD, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, depression, concussion, learning disability, dyslexia, Autism, Lyme Disease, PANS/PANDAS with non-medication therapies. We provide holistic, research-based treatments such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, PEMF, counseling, somatic therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, and parent coaching. PODCAST: www.drroseann.com/podcast FREE Community: www.drroseann.com/community
Our center provides expert-level integrative care that goes beyond the surface of the issue. We support children, adolescents, teens, adults and families with a variety of mental health issues: ADHD, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, depression, concussion, learning disability, dyslexia, Autism, Lyme Disease, PANS/PANDAS with non-medication therapies. We provide holistic, research-based treatments such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, PEMF, counseling, somatic therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, and parent coaching. PODCAST: www.drroseann.com/podcast FREE Community: www.drroseann.com/community
I’m so excited to be re-launching my private practice—now with a different spin —after eleven long years. Why the hiatus? Well, life unfolded in an unexpected way. If you are a parent of a child with autism, a developmental disorder, or other special needs, I have a feeling you know exactly what I’m talking about. Whereas in the past I worked as a therapist for children with severe emotional disturbances, I now feel a different calling. My mission is to help your family emotionally process your child’s diagnosis and assist you in finding the services you need for your child and your family to thrive.
I’m so excited to be re-launching my private practice—now with a different spin —after eleven long years. Why the hiatus? Well, life unfolded in an unexpected way. If you are a parent of a child with autism, a developmental disorder, or other special needs, I have a feeling you know exactly what I’m talking about. Whereas in the past I worked as a therapist for children with severe emotional disturbances, I now feel a different calling. My mission is to help your family emotionally process your child’s diagnosis and assist you in finding the services you need for your child and your family to thrive.
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.
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.
Gisselle Acevedo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pound Ridge, NY 10576
I will welcome you into a safe and non-judgmental place where you can explore what it could be like to find the freedom to live your life with self-compassion while taking full responsibility. I believe therapy can help you find a sense of peace in your life because you are able to identify your own power, your own wisdom and really focus on what brings your life joy. If your family is experiencing difficulties then family therapy is a necessary first step toward finding a more harmonious family life. For further information please visit my website: GisselleAcevedoTherapy.com.
I will welcome you into a safe and non-judgmental place where you can explore what it could be like to find the freedom to live your life with self-compassion while taking full responsibility. I believe therapy can help you find a sense of peace in your life because you are able to identify your own power, your own wisdom and really focus on what brings your life joy. If your family is experiencing difficulties then family therapy is a necessary first step toward finding a more harmonious family life. For further information please visit my website: GisselleAcevedoTherapy.com.
Rowena Talusan-Dunn
Art Therapist, PhD, ATR, LCAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasantville, NY 10570
Are you a creative person looking for a different approach to self-care? Do you enjoy painting, drawing or creating with your hands? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Is your daily stress hard to manage? Are the roles and responsibilities we have difficult to juggle? I offer a creative approach to therapy and self-care. The focus of therapy will be directly guided by your needs, whether short-term or long-standing. The step towards personal growth is always a difficult one to make, but I encourage you to take this moment for yourself, believe you are worth it!
Are you a creative person looking for a different approach to self-care? Do you enjoy painting, drawing or creating with your hands? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Is your daily stress hard to manage? Are the roles and responsibilities we have difficult to juggle? I offer a creative approach to therapy and self-care. The focus of therapy will be directly guided by your needs, whether short-term or long-standing. The step towards personal growth is always a difficult one to make, but I encourage you to take this moment for yourself, believe you are worth it!
For over 20 years, I have had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, and adults as a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist for both psychotherapy and testing/evaluation. My work is constantly evolving and informed by ongoing study of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral functioning, traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative disease, and medical illness, complex trauma, clinical psychopharmacology and medications, parenting/surrogacy/reproductive medicine, and psychological/neuropsychological testing.
For over 20 years, I have had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, and adults as a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist for both psychotherapy and testing/evaluation. My work is constantly evolving and informed by ongoing study of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral functioning, traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative disease, and medical illness, complex trauma, clinical psychopharmacology and medications, parenting/surrogacy/reproductive medicine, and psychological/neuropsychological testing.
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.
The Counseling Center Group, New York
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chappaqua, NY 10514
The professionals at The Counseling Center Group, New York use a wide range of techniques to help improve the quality of life for individuals, couples, groups, and families. Through our strength-based and collaborative approach, we provide new insights that enable our clients to gain different perspectives. We offer treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, parenting, and more. Through active and research based strategies, we empower our clients to make choices that elicit positive changes in their lives. Together, we will look at feelings, thoughts and behaviors as vehicles to affirmative changes.
The professionals at The Counseling Center Group, New York use a wide range of techniques to help improve the quality of life for individuals, couples, groups, and families. Through our strength-based and collaborative approach, we provide new insights that enable our clients to gain different perspectives. We offer treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, parenting, and more. Through active and research based strategies, we empower our clients to make choices that elicit positive changes in their lives. Together, we will look at feelings, thoughts and behaviors as vehicles to affirmative changes.
Olivia Horwitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pleasantville, NY 10570 (Online Only)
Have you always felt different, whether due to neurodivergence, being an adoptee, or as a minority, and like you never quite fit in? Perhaps it feels like something is missing, but you're unsure what? Maybe you're feeling lost and overwhelmed by life’s challenges or struggling with unresolved childhood trauma. I understand and celebrate your unique journey. With a focus on CBT, Internal Family Systems, and mind-body therapy, I’ll help you explore your differences and find a true sense of belonging. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you are understood, valued, & empowered to thrive. You deserve to feel truly accepted.
Have you always felt different, whether due to neurodivergence, being an adoptee, or as a minority, and like you never quite fit in? Perhaps it feels like something is missing, but you're unsure what? Maybe you're feeling lost and overwhelmed by life’s challenges or struggling with unresolved childhood trauma. I understand and celebrate your unique journey. With a focus on CBT, Internal Family Systems, and mind-body therapy, I’ll help you explore your differences and find a true sense of belonging. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you are understood, valued, & empowered to thrive. You deserve to feel truly accepted.
Growing up can be difficult. Whether your child or adolescent is demonstrating challenging behaviors at home or experiencing stress from school, I am here to help. During the day, I work with children as a school psychologist providing counseling for issues including anxiety, social conflicts, and oppositional behaviors. I also diagnose learning disabilities through assessments and provide consultation to families. In my private practice, I work outside of the confines of the school setting to help children, adolescents, and adults reach their fullest potential and learn to cope with challenging thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Growing up can be difficult. Whether your child or adolescent is demonstrating challenging behaviors at home or experiencing stress from school, I am here to help. During the day, I work with children as a school psychologist providing counseling for issues including anxiety, social conflicts, and oppositional behaviors. I also diagnose learning disabilities through assessments and provide consultation to families. In my private practice, I work outside of the confines of the school setting to help children, adolescents, and adults reach their fullest potential and learn to cope with challenging thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
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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.