Autism Therapists in Chappaqua, NY
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Life's challenges are many and COVID 19 has created a monumental shift in how we live and how we think about what it means to be human. It has put a different perspective on existing challenges while at the same time creating new ones. Facing such challenges in a supportive relationship can make a difference during these times of heightened anxiety. This type of self-examination takes courage and trust, and I feel privileged when asked to accompany someone on their journey. The success of this type of work lies in the relationship itself.
Life's challenges are many and COVID 19 has created a monumental shift in how we live and how we think about what it means to be human. It has put a different perspective on existing challenges while at the same time creating new ones. Facing such challenges in a supportive relationship can make a difference during these times of heightened anxiety. This type of self-examination takes courage and trust, and I feel privileged when asked to accompany someone on their journey. The success of this type of work lies in the relationship itself.
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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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Dawn Catucci is the Founder and Clinical Director of Mental Health Counseling for Emotional Well-Being PLLC, which is a small group private practice. Dawn works with children, teens and adults who are struggling with emotional dysregulation, worry and or sadness that can interfere with their relationships, academic success and overall well-being. She is a certified cognitive behavior therapist by the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Dawn has extensive training in DBT and utilizes these skills to help clients to reach their goals. These evidenced based practices are often highly effective short term skills based treatments.
Dawn Catucci is the Founder and Clinical Director of Mental Health Counseling for Emotional Well-Being PLLC, which is a small group private practice. Dawn works with children, teens and adults who are struggling with emotional dysregulation, worry and or sadness that can interfere with their relationships, academic success and overall well-being. She is a certified cognitive behavior therapist by the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Dawn has extensive training in DBT and utilizes these skills to help clients to reach their goals. These evidenced based practices are often highly effective short term skills based treatments.
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I am a New York State licensed psychologist who specializes in anxiety, depression & mood disorders, stress management, and relationship issues. Since 2000, my private practice in Pleasantville has been dedicated to helping individuals, families and couples lead fulfilling lives with satisfying relationships. I have a Master's degree in School Psychology and a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) from Yeshiva University. I work with children, adolescents and adults. Although I do not accept any insurance plan directly, I do send out monthly insurance-friendly receipts that can be submitted to your insurance company.
I am a New York State licensed psychologist who specializes in anxiety, depression & mood disorders, stress management, and relationship issues. Since 2000, my private practice in Pleasantville has been dedicated to helping individuals, families and couples lead fulfilling lives with satisfying relationships. I have a Master's degree in School Psychology and a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) from Yeshiva University. I work with children, adolescents and adults. Although I do not accept any insurance plan directly, I do send out monthly insurance-friendly receipts that can be submitted to your insurance company.
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With over 20 years experience, I have developed a level of insight that is critical in helping your child work through his/her issues. I seek to help you and/or your child live in the present instead of dwelling on the past and/or worrying about the future. I am an interactive participant with you and/or your child in the growth process. At our first meeting I want you to know coming to talk to me does not mean you are "crazy" or "weird." Instead you are brave and smart to face your issues and get help for them.
With over 20 years experience, I have developed a level of insight that is critical in helping your child work through his/her issues. I seek to help you and/or your child live in the present instead of dwelling on the past and/or worrying about the future. I am an interactive participant with you and/or your child in the growth process. At our first meeting I want you to know coming to talk to me does not mean you are "crazy" or "weird." Instead you are brave and smart to face your issues and get help for them.
I am a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist who evaluates and provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. I received my Ph.D. from Fordham University and completed my clinical psychology internship at Westchester County Medical Center Psychiatric Institute/New York Medical College. I also completed a post-doctoral training program in clinical neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University. As a clinician, I utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques including but not limited to cognitive restructuring, systematic desensitization, functional analytic psychotherapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I also have a special interest in transpersonal psychotherapy and financial psychology.
I am a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist who evaluates and provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. I received my Ph.D. from Fordham University and completed my clinical psychology internship at Westchester County Medical Center Psychiatric Institute/New York Medical College. I also completed a post-doctoral training program in clinical neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University. As a clinician, I utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques including but not limited to cognitive restructuring, systematic desensitization, functional analytic psychotherapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I also have a special interest in transpersonal psychotherapy and financial psychology.
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As a clinical psychologist I am devoted to helping clients successfully meet the challenges they face. When working with children and adolescents, I address developmental, behavioral, attentional, and emotional struggles as well as parenting issues.
Throughout treatment I engage clients as active participants to prioritize goals, acquire skills & coping techniques, and implement strategies aimed at creating positive change. I provide a supportive environment that serves to promote growth and empowerment, and help clients reach their full potential. I implement evidence based assessment and treatment techniques to maximize positive outcomes.
As a clinical psychologist I am devoted to helping clients successfully meet the challenges they face. When working with children and adolescents, I address developmental, behavioral, attentional, and emotional struggles as well as parenting issues.
Throughout treatment I engage clients as active participants to prioritize goals, acquire skills & coping techniques, and implement strategies aimed at creating positive change. I provide a supportive environment that serves to promote growth and empowerment, and help clients reach their full potential. I implement evidence based assessment and treatment techniques to maximize positive outcomes.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with children, adolescents and families for over 15 years, providing counseling and assessment. I believe that treatment should be short, should focus on change and should strive toward emotional and behavioral improvement. My approach generally encompasses Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapies, with strategies provided to support coping skills and emotional regulation. I have had much success working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, phobias and fears, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, relationship issues and parenting concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with children, adolescents and families for over 15 years, providing counseling and assessment. I believe that treatment should be short, should focus on change and should strive toward emotional and behavioral improvement. My approach generally encompasses Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapies, with strategies provided to support coping skills and emotional regulation. I have had much success working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, phobias and fears, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, relationship issues and parenting concerns.
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Head In The Right Direction Counseling Svcs PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MFT, LMHC, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chappaqua, NY 10514
We are here to help. We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Feeling lost in life? Increasingly anxious? Relationship woes? Worried about your child or teen? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through the same things too. This is temporary. Please reach out to us. You can call our front desk, email, or reach us through chat or message through our website. A licensed therapist will get back to you. We are in network with most insurance plans, so hopefully that helps you make this important decision easier.
We are here to help. We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Feeling lost in life? Increasingly anxious? Relationship woes? Worried about your child or teen? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through the same things too. This is temporary. Please reach out to us. You can call our front desk, email, or reach us through chat or message through our website. A licensed therapist will get back to you. We are in network with most insurance plans, so hopefully that helps you make this important decision easier.
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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.
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I practice Holistic Psychology and am passionate about making evidence-based therapeutic practices accessible. Therapy with me is collaborative, flexible, and strengths-based. My approach is grounded in scientifically-backed methods with specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). I see clients of all ages ranging from young childhood through adulthood, including families and couples.
I practice Holistic Psychology and am passionate about making evidence-based therapeutic practices accessible. Therapy with me is collaborative, flexible, and strengths-based. My approach is grounded in scientifically-backed methods with specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). I see clients of all ages ranging from young childhood through adulthood, including families and couples.
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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.
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Twenty years of experience working with families of kids who have trouble fitting in. Most have difficulty regulating their mood and behavior and are wired differently than other kids. The focus of my work is to understand why certain behaviors repeatedly occur and to help families and schools develop better ways of dealing with those problems. Many of these children/adults carry diagnoses of ASP/HFA, ADHD, and/or MOOD REGULATION DISORDER. Most have sensory regulation, attention and communication problems. Please call me to see if I am a good match for your family.
Twenty years of experience working with families of kids who have trouble fitting in. Most have difficulty regulating their mood and behavior and are wired differently than other kids. The focus of my work is to understand why certain behaviors repeatedly occur and to help families and schools develop better ways of dealing with those problems. Many of these children/adults carry diagnoses of ASP/HFA, ADHD, and/or MOOD REGULATION DISORDER. Most have sensory regulation, attention and communication problems. Please call me to see if I am a good match for your family.
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When faced with many of life stressors, depression, anxiety, substance use, and maladaptive behaviors can seem like the solution. Good news is that, collaboratively in a realistic, attainable, solution focused, person centered modality. We can navigate through potential problems, disturbing thoughts, and learn how to decrease maladaptive behaviors. Together we can explore your problems, decide on potential solutions, motivate change, and achieve desirable behavior health outcomes. We also can explore ways to process your thoughts feelings and behaviors, in a non-judgmental, very insightful, psychodynamic process.
When faced with many of life stressors, depression, anxiety, substance use, and maladaptive behaviors can seem like the solution. Good news is that, collaboratively in a realistic, attainable, solution focused, person centered modality. We can navigate through potential problems, disturbing thoughts, and learn how to decrease maladaptive behaviors. Together we can explore your problems, decide on potential solutions, motivate change, and achieve desirable behavior health outcomes. We also can explore ways to process your thoughts feelings and behaviors, in a non-judgmental, very insightful, psychodynamic process.
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Do you struggle with painful memories? Worry about the future? Find yourself overthinking? Are you looking for a secure, non-judgmental place where you can explore your emotions freely? I’m dedicated to supporting you on your journey to healing and personal growth. I can assist you in exploring issues that are difficult to handle alone, help you resolve childhood conflicts that show up in present difficulties, help you understand your protective behavior and quiet the overthinking. We can work on developing healthy coping strategies and learn to deal with stress by creating tools to face the future with resilience and peace of mind.
Do you struggle with painful memories? Worry about the future? Find yourself overthinking? Are you looking for a secure, non-judgmental place where you can explore your emotions freely? I’m dedicated to supporting you on your journey to healing and personal growth. I can assist you in exploring issues that are difficult to handle alone, help you resolve childhood conflicts that show up in present difficulties, help you understand your protective behavior and quiet the overthinking. We can work on developing healthy coping strategies and learn to deal with stress by creating tools to face the future with resilience and peace of mind.
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Denise Foulkes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
As founder of HYGEIA Integrated Health LLC and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, we treat patients ages 5 years and older and have a wide range of mental health care experience in the areas of psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, cognitive behavioral and psychoanalytic treatment, as well as talents in the area of problem solving of life's challenges and situations. We conduct individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy sessions and provide well-researched comprehensive care to meet the needs of my clients.
As founder of HYGEIA Integrated Health LLC and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, we treat patients ages 5 years and older and have a wide range of mental health care experience in the areas of psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, cognitive behavioral and psychoanalytic treatment, as well as talents in the area of problem solving of life's challenges and situations. We conduct individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy sessions and provide well-researched comprehensive care to meet the needs of my clients.
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Rachel Habina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Kisco, NY 10549 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with youth, individuals, and families that are often struggling with anxiety, depression and neurodivergence. I help clients find healthy coping strategies and techniques in order to achieve their treatment goals. I meet clients and families where they are in order to best meet their specific needs.
I specialize in working with youth, individuals, and families that are often struggling with anxiety, depression and neurodivergence. I help clients find healthy coping strategies and techniques in order to achieve their treatment goals. I meet clients and families where they are in order to best meet their specific needs.
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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.