Autism Therapists in Manhasset Hills, NY
My practice specializes in empowering the individual to regain the perceived loss of control over their life. The main avenue is through the use of state of the art Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques. The conditions treated include anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, insomnia and various neurological issues including ADHD and Tourette's Syndrome. I also specialize in various stress related conditions including headaches, gastrointestinal disorders, chronic pain, TMJ and cardiovascular problems.
My practice specializes in empowering the individual to regain the perceived loss of control over their life. The main avenue is through the use of state of the art Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques. The conditions treated include anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, insomnia and various neurological issues including ADHD and Tourette's Syndrome. I also specialize in various stress related conditions including headaches, gastrointestinal disorders, chronic pain, TMJ and cardiovascular problems.
We construct our emotional world based on our past experience. What we attend to in the present, and what we expect in the future, is also based on our past experience. Our initial work is to understand your past and how it shapes your perceptions of challenges. As we learn how these perceptions came into existence, we then work toward making different choices in our interactions with others. In this manner we attain understanding and acceptance of our "self" and others.
We construct our emotional world based on our past experience. What we attend to in the present, and what we expect in the future, is also based on our past experience. Our initial work is to understand your past and how it shapes your perceptions of challenges. As we learn how these perceptions came into existence, we then work toward making different choices in our interactions with others. In this manner we attain understanding and acceptance of our "self" and others.
Twenty-five years experience and I am only thirty-five years old! Working with humor, honesty, and a "keeping it real" approach. I walk with you, carefully listening and interpreting, as you discover your own answers.
Twenty-five years experience and I am only thirty-five years old! Working with humor, honesty, and a "keeping it real" approach. I walk with you, carefully listening and interpreting, as you discover your own answers.
I received my Masters Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. I am a very compassionate and emphatic person by nature and have always had a passion to help others. I have worked with children and families of all ages, specifically helping them navigate challenges that surfaced from being in the foster care system.
I received my Masters Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. I am a very compassionate and emphatic person by nature and have always had a passion to help others. I have worked with children and families of all ages, specifically helping them navigate challenges that surfaced from being in the foster care system.
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I am a New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Master's Degree in Special Education. Currently practicing with 10 years experience, in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, and specializing in working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I am a New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Master's Degree in Special Education. Currently practicing with 10 years experience, in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, and specializing in working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Linder Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities for three years and currently I am a School Psychologist for the Department of Education in NYC.
I am a empathetic psychologist with various experiences in clinical and educational settings. I use an integrative approach to therapy that incorporates a variety of therapeutic principles, philosophies, and techniques from Behavior Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based and/or Play Therapy. I joined AHRC/ Brookville Center for Children Services in 2004 as an Applied Behavior Analysis consultant, providing parent training and direct care for home based programs utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis for school age individuals diagnosed with Autism and later obtained the role as the program supervisor from 2012-2015.
Linder Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities for three years and currently I am a School Psychologist for the Department of Education in NYC.
I am a empathetic psychologist with various experiences in clinical and educational settings. I use an integrative approach to therapy that incorporates a variety of therapeutic principles, philosophies, and techniques from Behavior Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based and/or Play Therapy. I joined AHRC/ Brookville Center for Children Services in 2004 as an Applied Behavior Analysis consultant, providing parent training and direct care for home based programs utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis for school age individuals diagnosed with Autism and later obtained the role as the program supervisor from 2012-2015.
Creative Arts Therapy Source Jessica Arroyo
Creative Arts Therapist, MS, Bc-DMT, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Receiving a diagnosis for your child can be overwhelming and scary, but you don’t have to face it alone. With over six years of experience in the field, I’m an empathic and compassionate Dance/Movement Therapist dedicated to providing services for children with a variety of socio- emotional needs, backgrounds, skills, and diagnoses (including Autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disabilities). I offer support for children and their families who may be experiencing challenges in areas such as social skills, behavior challenges, daily living skills, communication, body and self awareness, and more.
Receiving a diagnosis for your child can be overwhelming and scary, but you don’t have to face it alone. With over six years of experience in the field, I’m an empathic and compassionate Dance/Movement Therapist dedicated to providing services for children with a variety of socio- emotional needs, backgrounds, skills, and diagnoses (including Autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disabilities). I offer support for children and their families who may be experiencing challenges in areas such as social skills, behavior challenges, daily living skills, communication, body and self awareness, and more.
I bring flexibility, compassion, and optimism to my work as a clinical psychologist. With specialized training in Body Focused Repetitive Disorders (trichotillomania/hair pulling & skin picking), Autism, and different anxiety conditions, I will help you feel understood and supported as we collaborate to come up with an action plan to move forward. My goal is help you reduce suffering and feelings of isolation and anxiety, and actualize a full and meaningful life. Recognizing that treatment is not a one-size-fits-all experience, our work together will be tailored to address your unique struggles and goals.
I bring flexibility, compassion, and optimism to my work as a clinical psychologist. With specialized training in Body Focused Repetitive Disorders (trichotillomania/hair pulling & skin picking), Autism, and different anxiety conditions, I will help you feel understood and supported as we collaborate to come up with an action plan to move forward. My goal is help you reduce suffering and feelings of isolation and anxiety, and actualize a full and meaningful life. Recognizing that treatment is not a one-size-fits-all experience, our work together will be tailored to address your unique struggles and goals.
I have additional training working with clients diagnosed with Autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents and adults with an array of needs. This has provided me the opportunity to hone my craft gaining experience with individuals from all walks of life. Regardless of setting, each individual is unique. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to feel free to be themselves. Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and non-judgmental. My down-to-earth nature is often what clients are drawn to. I would love the opportunity to assist you on your journey of growth and healing.
I have additional training working with clients diagnosed with Autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents and adults with an array of needs. This has provided me the opportunity to hone my craft gaining experience with individuals from all walks of life. Regardless of setting, each individual is unique. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to feel free to be themselves. Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and non-judgmental. My down-to-earth nature is often what clients are drawn to. I would love the opportunity to assist you on your journey of growth and healing.
Diana Damilatis
MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialized in working with adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, and other mental health disorders.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am an integrative psychotherapist who truly believes in viewing individuals through a holistic perspective. I work in a private practice, known as Image Therapy Services. Image Therapy Services provides psychotherapy to teens, young adults, couples, and families. We address developmental disabilities, depression, anxiety, and addiction. Our goal is to restore a balance to improve self-image and functioning. I also work as the Assistant Director for the Bridges to Adelphi Program, which is a program at Adelphi University that provides Academic, Social, and Vocational Services to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other nonverbal learning disorders.
I specialized in working with adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, and other mental health disorders.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am an integrative psychotherapist who truly believes in viewing individuals through a holistic perspective. I work in a private practice, known as Image Therapy Services. Image Therapy Services provides psychotherapy to teens, young adults, couples, and families. We address developmental disabilities, depression, anxiety, and addiction. Our goal is to restore a balance to improve self-image and functioning. I also work as the Assistant Director for the Bridges to Adelphi Program, which is a program at Adelphi University that provides Academic, Social, and Vocational Services to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other nonverbal learning disorders.
Dr. Renee Clauselle is the Founder of Child and Family Psychology, a private group practice with 3 locations across Long Island, NY. The headquarter office is in Franklin Square, with two satellite offices in Kings Park and Garden City. Specialties include but are not limited to, psychological testing, ADHD,school issues, anxiety disorders, marital issues,behavioral concerns, Autism Spectrum disorders, depression, family issues, divorce and more. Dr. Renee Clauselle is a frequent media expert and can be seen on Good Morning American Health and ABC Evening Eyewitness News.
Dr. Renee Clauselle is the Founder of Child and Family Psychology, a private group practice with 3 locations across Long Island, NY. The headquarter office is in Franklin Square, with two satellite offices in Kings Park and Garden City. Specialties include but are not limited to, psychological testing, ADHD,school issues, anxiety disorders, marital issues,behavioral concerns, Autism Spectrum disorders, depression, family issues, divorce and more. Dr. Renee Clauselle is a frequent media expert and can be seen on Good Morning American Health and ABC Evening Eyewitness News.
I have extensive experience with anxiety, OCD, autism spectrum disorder, social skills deficits, ADHD, mood disorders,behavioral issues and more.
A course of treatment must feel absolutely right for the client to experience success. I feature a collaborative model in order to obtain optimal results. With more than 25 years of experience, my approach to therapy focuses on an individual's issues as well as their strengths in order to maximize both potential and growth. During the course of my career I have had the opportunity to study and to put into practice many different therapeutic techniques. As I continue to practice, I utilize these techniques to best target specific issues for individual personalities.
I have extensive experience with anxiety, OCD, autism spectrum disorder, social skills deficits, ADHD, mood disorders,behavioral issues and more.
A course of treatment must feel absolutely right for the client to experience success. I feature a collaborative model in order to obtain optimal results. With more than 25 years of experience, my approach to therapy focuses on an individual's issues as well as their strengths in order to maximize both potential and growth. During the course of my career I have had the opportunity to study and to put into practice many different therapeutic techniques. As I continue to practice, I utilize these techniques to best target specific issues for individual personalities.
Connected Growth & Wellbeing
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Lauren Tobing-Puente designed her private practice, renamed Connected Growth & Wellbeing (CGW), to carry forth her mission of supporting individuals’ development, including clients as young as toddlers through adulthood, and their families. We have grown since 2006 to meet the needs of the neurodivergent community, now as a dynamic group of licensed psychologists, postdoctoral psychologist, and mental health clinicians. Our specialties include assessing and supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and learning challenges.
Dr. Lauren Tobing-Puente designed her private practice, renamed Connected Growth & Wellbeing (CGW), to carry forth her mission of supporting individuals’ development, including clients as young as toddlers through adulthood, and their families. We have grown since 2006 to meet the needs of the neurodivergent community, now as a dynamic group of licensed psychologists, postdoctoral psychologist, and mental health clinicians. Our specialties include assessing and supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and learning challenges.
I am a former school psychologist and provide clinical services for school/behavioral issues, separation anxiety, parenting, autism spectrum disorder, and neurodiversity.
The decision to begin therapy is an important step on your healing journey. By building partnerships that are founded on warmth, dignity, and non-judgment, I help clients grow in a way that is most aligned with their values. Together, we focus on promoting wellness by acknowledging the past, respecting the present, identifying goals for the future, and developing the skills needed to joyfully move in that direction. I use behavioral, exposure, cognitive, and acceptance-based approaches that are evidence-based.
I am a former school psychologist and provide clinical services for school/behavioral issues, separation anxiety, parenting, autism spectrum disorder, and neurodiversity.
The decision to begin therapy is an important step on your healing journey. By building partnerships that are founded on warmth, dignity, and non-judgment, I help clients grow in a way that is most aligned with their values. Together, we focus on promoting wellness by acknowledging the past, respecting the present, identifying goals for the future, and developing the skills needed to joyfully move in that direction. I use behavioral, exposure, cognitive, and acceptance-based approaches that are evidence-based.
Alexandra Studnicky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Navigating the world of childhood and adolescence can be both exciting and challenging! I believe therapy for this age group isn’t just about addressing problems and providing unconditional support - it's about fostering growth, building resilience, and unlocking potential. With over 8 years of experience working as a School Social Worker, I have significant experience helping young people navigate everything from developmental and transitional challenges to academic stress and behavioral issues to family dynamics and mental health concerns, like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
Navigating the world of childhood and adolescence can be both exciting and challenging! I believe therapy for this age group isn’t just about addressing problems and providing unconditional support - it's about fostering growth, building resilience, and unlocking potential. With over 8 years of experience working as a School Social Worker, I have significant experience helping young people navigate everything from developmental and transitional challenges to academic stress and behavioral issues to family dynamics and mental health concerns, like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
Psychological evaluations are also offered to assess for ADHD, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ADOS-2), and developmental delays.
While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Psychological evaluations are also offered to assess for ADHD, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ADOS-2), and developmental delays.
While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Valerie Graf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Valerie Graf, LMSW, has dedicated most of her professional career to supporting individuals and couples across various life stages (ages 5 and up). She specializes in treating Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Phobias, Identity Issues, Job Coaching, Autism, ADHD, OCD, LGBTQIA+ Care, and Peak Performance.
Valerie Graf, LMSW, has dedicated most of her professional career to supporting individuals and couples across various life stages (ages 5 and up). She specializes in treating Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Phobias, Identity Issues, Job Coaching, Autism, ADHD, OCD, LGBTQIA+ Care, and Peak Performance.
Jocelyn S Shaw Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD, BC-DMT, LCAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11020
I have specialized training in the following areas: 1) Working with children (including infancy and early childhood), adolescents, and families, including parenting support; 2) Providing treatment for emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns (including Autism Spectrum and related disorders); 3) Supporting people and families coping with medical illnesses, including cancer.
I help children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, life transitions and developmental delays, and family and relationship concerns. My work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, family systems, and mind-body approaches.
I have specialized training in the following areas: 1) Working with children (including infancy and early childhood), adolescents, and families, including parenting support; 2) Providing treatment for emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns (including Autism Spectrum and related disorders); 3) Supporting people and families coping with medical illnesses, including cancer.
I help children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, life transitions and developmental delays, and family and relationship concerns. My work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, family systems, and mind-body approaches.
My areas of specialization include Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Asperger's Disorder and Autism, Learning Disabilities/ Developmental Disabilities, Psychological/ Psychiatric/ Emotional functioning (e.
BMHC assists individuals, families, groups and organizations throughout Long Island NY and the five boroughs of New York City with mental health counseling, trainings and presentations as well as technical and management assistance. Our office is located in Lynbrook NY. Sessions may be held in person in our office or by telehealth. We now also offer telehealth services in the states of Florida, Delaware, South Carolina and Vermont. Through our clinical practice we provide counseling, psychotherapy, clinical assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, case management, prevention, discharge, and aftercare services.
My areas of specialization include Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Asperger's Disorder and Autism, Learning Disabilities/ Developmental Disabilities, Psychological/ Psychiatric/ Emotional functioning (e.
BMHC assists individuals, families, groups and organizations throughout Long Island NY and the five boroughs of New York City with mental health counseling, trainings and presentations as well as technical and management assistance. Our office is located in Lynbrook NY. Sessions may be held in person in our office or by telehealth. We now also offer telehealth services in the states of Florida, Delaware, South Carolina and Vermont. Through our clinical practice we provide counseling, psychotherapy, clinical assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, case management, prevention, discharge, and aftercare services.
Lois Plitt Warren
Art Therapist, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11020 (Online Only)
In partnership with my clients, we have resolved problems relating to: stress, anxiety, depression, transitions, relationship issues, parenting, caregiving, Selective Mutism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, Learning disorders, gifted issues, Alzheimer's Disease and other neurological disorders, and terminal or chronic illness.
Welcome. Together you or your family and I, will resolve to build upon your strengths, and enhance your self-esteem, your happiness, and your relationships. Verbal therapy in combination with the creative process, can more easily help you access insight and self-expression, while reducing stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. I am your ally, with over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and a lifetime of using the creative arts to meet my own life's challenges. I have helped people ages 2 1/2 to 103 achieve balance, and emotional, social and cognitive growth.
In partnership with my clients, we have resolved problems relating to: stress, anxiety, depression, transitions, relationship issues, parenting, caregiving, Selective Mutism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, Learning disorders, gifted issues, Alzheimer's Disease and other neurological disorders, and terminal or chronic illness.
Welcome. Together you or your family and I, will resolve to build upon your strengths, and enhance your self-esteem, your happiness, and your relationships. Verbal therapy in combination with the creative process, can more easily help you access insight and self-expression, while reducing stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. I am your ally, with over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and a lifetime of using the creative arts to meet my own life's challenges. I have helped people ages 2 1/2 to 103 achieve balance, and emotional, social and cognitive growth.
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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.