Autism Therapists in Wylie, TX
Integra Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MSCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
Armstrong is a neuropsychologist specializing in ADHD testing, autism, learning disorders, TBI, stroke, and dementia.
Integra Psychological Services, PLLC is owned by clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Levi Armstrong. We provide compassionate psychological and neuropsychological testing / evaluation services for children, adolescents, and adults. We also provide individual, couples, and marriage/family therapy.
Armstrong is a neuropsychologist specializing in ADHD testing, autism, learning disorders, TBI, stroke, and dementia.
Integra Psychological Services, PLLC is owned by clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Levi Armstrong. We provide compassionate psychological and neuropsychological testing / evaluation services for children, adolescents, and adults. We also provide individual, couples, and marriage/family therapy.
Dr. Levi Armstrong is a doctoral-level, clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in testing and treatment for children (ages 3+), adolescents, and adults suffering from diseases and illnesses affecting the brain. Common diagnoses evaluated for include ADHD or ADD, autism or Asperger's, traumatic brain injury, stroke, and dementia. With a down-to-earth attitude and a genuine desire to be as clinically helpful as possible, our compassionate clinical staff believe that each patient is much more than a diagnosis and that testing should always be a therapeutic process.
Dr. Levi Armstrong is a doctoral-level, clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in testing and treatment for children (ages 3+), adolescents, and adults suffering from diseases and illnesses affecting the brain. Common diagnoses evaluated for include ADHD or ADD, autism or Asperger's, traumatic brain injury, stroke, and dementia. With a down-to-earth attitude and a genuine desire to be as clinically helpful as possible, our compassionate clinical staff believe that each patient is much more than a diagnosis and that testing should always be a therapeutic process.
I believe every person deserves to live their best life. That looks different for each person in every walk of life. There are times in life when things can get really difficult and it feels like your head is under water. I work with those struggling in life's day to day struggles, some of which included depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and more. I want to walk along side you and create a safe space so we can work together in your healing.
I believe every person deserves to live their best life. That looks different for each person in every walk of life. There are times in life when things can get really difficult and it feels like your head is under water. I work with those struggling in life's day to day struggles, some of which included depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and more. I want to walk along side you and create a safe space so we can work together in your healing.
All people desire to be seen, heard, and valued as their most authentic self, but vulnerability can be scary, and my hope is to honor that and do what I can to make it less so. My passion is in coming alongside clients of all ages, cultures, demographics, and lifestyles to give each story a safe place to land, while providing the clinical competency and guidance needed to overcome the challenges that exist within it. Building a life worth living begins and ends with connection, regulation, and acceptance, but getting there doesn't have to be a lonely road, and I'm here for the journey.
All people desire to be seen, heard, and valued as their most authentic self, but vulnerability can be scary, and my hope is to honor that and do what I can to make it less so. My passion is in coming alongside clients of all ages, cultures, demographics, and lifestyles to give each story a safe place to land, while providing the clinical competency and guidance needed to overcome the challenges that exist within it. Building a life worth living begins and ends with connection, regulation, and acceptance, but getting there doesn't have to be a lonely road, and I'm here for the journey.
I began my education with a strong passion for helping others and later determined that being a counselor was the path for me. My role as a counselor is to create a safe space as we work together to navigate through challenges. In sessions, my goal as the counselor is to provide authenticity, support, acceptance, and empathy. I utilize solution-focused and person-centered as my therapeutic approach. As a counselor, I believe everyone is capable of being resilient and I will be here to support you through your journey.
I began my education with a strong passion for helping others and later determined that being a counselor was the path for me. My role as a counselor is to create a safe space as we work together to navigate through challenges. In sessions, my goal as the counselor is to provide authenticity, support, acceptance, and empathy. I utilize solution-focused and person-centered as my therapeutic approach. As a counselor, I believe everyone is capable of being resilient and I will be here to support you through your journey.
Lagniappe Counseling & Community Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
While we can't always control life's circumstances, we can learn to control how we react and respond to them. We are all affected by our past, but that does not have to determine who we are now. Through research based therapy we strive to take the client on a journey of self exploration leading toward change that will positively impact their life.
While we can't always control life's circumstances, we can learn to control how we react and respond to them. We are all affected by our past, but that does not have to determine who we are now. Through research based therapy we strive to take the client on a journey of self exploration leading toward change that will positively impact their life.
Zachary Willis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
Hello! My name is Zachary Willis, but I often go by Zach. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate supervised by Jeanie Bohall MMFT, LMFT-S, LPC. I work with individuals, couples, and families both in-person and virtually for a variety of issues. I have worked with individuals with depression and anxiety and with couples and families in connection and communication. I have worked with parents and teenagers for over a decade and enjoy working with clients from every demographic. My passion is helping families and individuals resolve issues, meet their need, help them succeed in their goals.
Hello! My name is Zachary Willis, but I often go by Zach. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate supervised by Jeanie Bohall MMFT, LMFT-S, LPC. I work with individuals, couples, and families both in-person and virtually for a variety of issues. I have worked with individuals with depression and anxiety and with couples and families in connection and communication. I have worked with parents and teenagers for over a decade and enjoy working with clients from every demographic. My passion is helping families and individuals resolve issues, meet their need, help them succeed in their goals.
My approach is Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness-based Cognitive, Solution Focused Brief Therapies. However, the treatment modalities are tailored specifically to you and your therapeutic needs. I will encourage you to examine how your thinking influence the way you behave. In counseling you will learn breathing, visualization, and mindful techniques to help you put you in a calmer state when faced with challenges. I will guide you on your journey of self discovery and help you locate the root /original cause of the issue so that you can move toward a place of healing.
My approach is Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness-based Cognitive, Solution Focused Brief Therapies. However, the treatment modalities are tailored specifically to you and your therapeutic needs. I will encourage you to examine how your thinking influence the way you behave. In counseling you will learn breathing, visualization, and mindful techniques to help you put you in a calmer state when faced with challenges. I will guide you on your journey of self discovery and help you locate the root /original cause of the issue so that you can move toward a place of healing.
Courtney L. Ruetz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
I work with couples, families, adolescents, and adult individuals. I began my career as a teacher and administrator in the DFW area, where I found a strong passion for helping others. I can help with various concerns in relationships, mental health diagnoses, grief, trauma, and life transitions. As a neurodivergent therapist, I have unique insight into treating neurodevelopmental differences. My clinical stance is warm, yet straightforward, solution-focused, and skills-oriented. Overall, I provide an individualized and trauma-informed treatment approach based on the specific needs of each couple, family, and individual.
I work with couples, families, adolescents, and adult individuals. I began my career as a teacher and administrator in the DFW area, where I found a strong passion for helping others. I can help with various concerns in relationships, mental health diagnoses, grief, trauma, and life transitions. As a neurodivergent therapist, I have unique insight into treating neurodevelopmental differences. My clinical stance is warm, yet straightforward, solution-focused, and skills-oriented. Overall, I provide an individualized and trauma-informed treatment approach based on the specific needs of each couple, family, and individual.
Finding a counselor to support you in your healing journey can be overwhelming. There are so many to choose from, and it can be hard to know what you need. Whether you are looking for support for your child, adolescent, or yourself, I aim to provide you with a nonjudgmental, empathic, and safe environment to explore your needs and goals. I am passionate about helping my clients bring joy and connection back into their lives.
Finding a counselor to support you in your healing journey can be overwhelming. There are so many to choose from, and it can be hard to know what you need. Whether you are looking for support for your child, adolescent, or yourself, I aim to provide you with a nonjudgmental, empathic, and safe environment to explore your needs and goals. I am passionate about helping my clients bring joy and connection back into their lives.
Ellie Mental Health of Wylie Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Ellie Mental Health in Wylie, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Ellie Mental Health in Wylie, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
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Piper Williams
Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
***Now offering telehealth*** Hello, my name is Kami Hawk. I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, shame, identity, self-worth, anger issues, relationship issues, and faith related issues. My background also includes working within the CPS and foster care systems. I use an eclectic approach to meet the specific need of each individual. I also offer faith-based Christian counseling upon request. I strive to create a safe and compassionate environment for clients to explore their difficulties and begin the healing process.
***Now offering telehealth*** Hello, my name is Kami Hawk. I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, shame, identity, self-worth, anger issues, relationship issues, and faith related issues. My background also includes working within the CPS and foster care systems. I use an eclectic approach to meet the specific need of each individual. I also offer faith-based Christian counseling upon request. I strive to create a safe and compassionate environment for clients to explore their difficulties and begin the healing process.
As a social worker with CCNT, my passion lies in creating a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable youth, young adults, and women. Drawing upon my background teaching, working with foster children, and supporting victims of domestic violence, my work is fueled by a deep commitment to address the holistic needs of every client.
As a social worker with CCNT, my passion lies in creating a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable youth, young adults, and women. Drawing upon my background teaching, working with foster children, and supporting victims of domestic violence, my work is fueled by a deep commitment to address the holistic needs of every client.
I believe that all humans are capable of growth and that each person possesses the strengths and skills to overcome life’s obstacles. In difficult times, understanding and accessing those strengths can be very challenging. My goals as a therapist are: to provide you with a safe space to tell your story, to support you as we work together to identify challenges and create goals, and help you tap into your strengths and skills to reach those goals. I focus on creating a continually supportive environment for each client and recognize that each client is the expert in their own life.
I believe that all humans are capable of growth and that each person possesses the strengths and skills to overcome life’s obstacles. In difficult times, understanding and accessing those strengths can be very challenging. My goals as a therapist are: to provide you with a safe space to tell your story, to support you as we work together to identify challenges and create goals, and help you tap into your strengths and skills to reach those goals. I focus on creating a continually supportive environment for each client and recognize that each client is the expert in their own life.
Looking for an experienced therapist that is down to earth and can help you sort through life’s difficulties? Piper specializes in helping adults, teens, and their families through a person-centered, solution-focused approach. She has over 15 years experience in settings such as, in-patient treatment centers, college counseling and career services, community-based rehabilitation centers, faith-based groups, teen homeless shelters, and a crisis pregnancy center.
Looking for an experienced therapist that is down to earth and can help you sort through life’s difficulties? Piper specializes in helping adults, teens, and their families through a person-centered, solution-focused approach. She has over 15 years experience in settings such as, in-patient treatment centers, college counseling and career services, community-based rehabilitation centers, faith-based groups, teen homeless shelters, and a crisis pregnancy center.
I bring a unique perspective that allows me to work well with a variety of diverse backgrounds . Whether it is mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction or even navigating different life stages, I’m passionate about meeting you exactly where you are. I specialize in working with Teens, dealing with issues such as poor body image, low self-esteem, social media habits, and pornography. I also have some experience with the LGBTQ community, who are either working through life transition or simply growing in self-acceptance.
I bring a unique perspective that allows me to work well with a variety of diverse backgrounds . Whether it is mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction or even navigating different life stages, I’m passionate about meeting you exactly where you are. I specialize in working with Teens, dealing with issues such as poor body image, low self-esteem, social media habits, and pornography. I also have some experience with the LGBTQ community, who are either working through life transition or simply growing in self-acceptance.
Michelle Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
I am truly honored when chosen to be someone's therapist. This is a hard decision to make and one that is not always easy. I have had the privilege to work with individual clients ages 12 to 80 years old. I enjoy helping teen clients navigate uncharted middle and high school territories and beyond. I also really love to work with adults in transition and those who are navigating through big decisions that can create anxiety. I have worked with female clients wading through the deep waters of depression and childhood trauma. I am also looking to work with older individuals 60 and up and how to help them with grief and medical trauma.
I am truly honored when chosen to be someone's therapist. This is a hard decision to make and one that is not always easy. I have had the privilege to work with individual clients ages 12 to 80 years old. I enjoy helping teen clients navigate uncharted middle and high school territories and beyond. I also really love to work with adults in transition and those who are navigating through big decisions that can create anxiety. I have worked with female clients wading through the deep waters of depression and childhood trauma. I am also looking to work with older individuals 60 and up and how to help them with grief and medical trauma.
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I specialize in working with neurodiversity - I work with clients for issues related to: autism, anxiety, OCD, fears/phobias, LGBTQ identity.
I’m passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families to reach goals for positive growth. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with children and adolescents, and I work closely with families to help parents understand how to better support their child. I am trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), an evidence-based treatment program for parents of children with anxiety and OCD. I have additional experience through BTTI (Behavioral Therapist Training Institute; International OCD Foundation), an intensive training course in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD.
I specialize in working with neurodiversity - I work with clients for issues related to: autism, anxiety, OCD, fears/phobias, LGBTQ identity.
I’m passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families to reach goals for positive growth. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with children and adolescents, and I work closely with families to help parents understand how to better support their child. I am trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), an evidence-based treatment program for parents of children with anxiety and OCD. I have additional experience through BTTI (Behavioral Therapist Training Institute; International OCD Foundation), an intensive training course in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD.
I also have experience in conducting psychological assessment of learning concerns, attention difficulties, and autism spectrum disorder.
I am a Licensed Psychological Associate at Upside Therapy who is currently accepting new clients. I enjoy and have experience working with adults and adolescents. I value a collaborative and holistic approach that considers all aspects of a client's identity and life (e.g., current stressors, ethnic identity). I utilize evidenced-based treatments that include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, multicultural, and person-centered strategies to help each client better manage their symptoms and engage more fully in their lives.
I also have experience in conducting psychological assessment of learning concerns, attention difficulties, and autism spectrum disorder.
I am a Licensed Psychological Associate at Upside Therapy who is currently accepting new clients. I enjoy and have experience working with adults and adolescents. I value a collaborative and holistic approach that considers all aspects of a client's identity and life (e.g., current stressors, ethnic identity). I utilize evidenced-based treatments that include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, multicultural, and person-centered strategies to help each client better manage their symptoms and engage more fully in their lives.
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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.