Autism Therapists in Riverton, UT
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Mike has been a therapist for over 15 years and has worked extensively with adolescents and children. He recognizes that life can be challenging at times, and believes in supporting individuals in their journey and in assisting them towards a path of healing and empowerment. He is experienced in treating clients with anxiety, depression, and trauma. He is highly skilled at working with people who have ADHD and autism, and conducts testing for the diagnosis of both. He has extensive training in the treatment of individuals with trauma. And he has experience in working with adolescents and youth.
Mike has been a therapist for over 15 years and has worked extensively with adolescents and children. He recognizes that life can be challenging at times, and believes in supporting individuals in their journey and in assisting them towards a path of healing and empowerment. He is experienced in treating clients with anxiety, depression, and trauma. He is highly skilled at working with people who have ADHD and autism, and conducts testing for the diagnosis of both. He has extensive training in the treatment of individuals with trauma. And he has experience in working with adolescents and youth.
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I am specialized in Autism Therapy, school-based concerns, family and parental support, and individual therapy.
Hello! My name is Amber McElreath and I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC). I am a believer in building connections and relationships within our world to heal our body, mind, and soul. My passion is working with children, teens, adults, and families to facilitate these connections. My goal through the therapeutic process is to guide you to find lifelong skills that allow you to work through times of anxiety, depression, trauma, and any other challenges you may be facing that are not allowing you to live your best life.
I am specialized in Autism Therapy, school-based concerns, family and parental support, and individual therapy.
Hello! My name is Amber McElreath and I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC). I am a believer in building connections and relationships within our world to heal our body, mind, and soul. My passion is working with children, teens, adults, and families to facilitate these connections. My goal through the therapeutic process is to guide you to find lifelong skills that allow you to work through times of anxiety, depression, trauma, and any other challenges you may be facing that are not allowing you to live your best life.
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Kathrine Parnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ASDCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Riverton, UT 84065
I specialize in working with couples and in the treatment of high-functioning autism.
I am here to serve you by helping navigate difficult seasons of your life. I meet my clients where they are and create an environment of safety as they discover new strategies for which lead to self-awareness and healing.
I specialize in working with couples and in the treatment of high-functioning autism.
I am here to serve you by helping navigate difficult seasons of your life. I meet my clients where they are and create an environment of safety as they discover new strategies for which lead to self-awareness and healing.
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She is knowledgeable about autism and has a minor in Autism Studies.
Tiffany is great at working with people who have difficulty opening up but want help identifying goals to improve their lives and increase happiness. She is honest and direct and people find her easy to connect with.
She is knowledgeable about autism and has a minor in Autism Studies.
Tiffany is great at working with people who have difficulty opening up but want help identifying goals to improve their lives and increase happiness. She is honest and direct and people find her easy to connect with.
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She is trained in play therapy and experienced in working with adolescents, including those with autism as well as working with families.
Devon is skilled at helping adolescents, neurodivergent individuals and those who just feel out of step with the rest of the world. Whether you are working through loneliness and wanting to find skills to connect with others, or starting anew in life for a variety of reasons, Devon provides meaningful insights to help you find your way.
She is trained in play therapy and experienced in working with adolescents, including those with autism as well as working with families.
Devon is skilled at helping adolescents, neurodivergent individuals and those who just feel out of step with the rest of the world. Whether you are working through loneliness and wanting to find skills to connect with others, or starting anew in life for a variety of reasons, Devon provides meaningful insights to help you find your way.
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She has focused her career on children and adolescents with Autism and other related disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Blair believes that every person is unique, so uses her experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to collaborate with and to customize every therapeutic experience.
She has focused her career on children and adolescents with Autism and other related disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Blair believes that every person is unique, so uses her experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to collaborate with and to customize every therapeutic experience.
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Mountain View Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, APRN-FN, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverton, UT 84065
We specialize in Play Therapy, Autism, Kids, Teens, Group, Trauma, Medication Management, Couples, EMDR and more.
Immediate openings available for therapy and medication management. If you find yourself feeling more worried or sad than usual, you're not alone. Therapy can help you gain valuable tools to feel better. We can also provide support with parenting issues, stress, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationships! You may be surprised at how much better you can feel after just one session. Making emotional health a priority now can help you get back to enjoying life sooner. Now seeing clients in person and by telehealth for therapy and med management in St. George and Riverton.
We specialize in Play Therapy, Autism, Kids, Teens, Group, Trauma, Medication Management, Couples, EMDR and more.
Immediate openings available for therapy and medication management. If you find yourself feeling more worried or sad than usual, you're not alone. Therapy can help you gain valuable tools to feel better. We can also provide support with parenting issues, stress, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationships! You may be surprised at how much better you can feel after just one session. Making emotional health a priority now can help you get back to enjoying life sooner. Now seeing clients in person and by telehealth for therapy and med management in St. George and Riverton.
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Ashley specializes in work with children and adolescents. Ashley believes in the innate power of everyone and loves to create an environment with unconditional support to help people grow and understand themselves. She approaches therapy in many different ways to help facilitate growth - whether it be through art, play, games, writing, or traditional talk therapy. Ashley has had experience teaching preschoolers and children on the autism spectrum in an educational setting.
Ashley specializes in work with children and adolescents. Ashley believes in the innate power of everyone and loves to create an environment with unconditional support to help people grow and understand themselves. She approaches therapy in many different ways to help facilitate growth - whether it be through art, play, games, writing, or traditional talk therapy. Ashley has had experience teaching preschoolers and children on the autism spectrum in an educational setting.
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How do you know if your child has ADHD, Dyslexia, or Autism? Find an expert that performs psychological evaluations! Dr. Henscheid specializes in the psychological assessment of children, adolescents, and adults, including the geriatric population. He has completed over 6,000 hours of pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training, working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Get to the bottom of a loved one's symptoms with psychological evaluations!
How do you know if your child has ADHD, Dyslexia, or Autism? Find an expert that performs psychological evaluations! Dr. Henscheid specializes in the psychological assessment of children, adolescents, and adults, including the geriatric population. He has completed over 6,000 hours of pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training, working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Get to the bottom of a loved one's symptoms with psychological evaluations!
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Comprehensive assessment services are available evaluating cognitive ability, academic functioning (IEPs), and Autism diagnosis.
Clinical Psychologist who provides therapy for individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, change-of-life events, & general stress. Treatment is evidence-based and oriented around Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Treatment is tailored to each client & focuses on increasing self-awareness, emotional experience, & skill development in stress reduction, communication, & preserving healthy relationships. Scientifically informed education is offered to increase understanding of mechanisms that maintain unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Comprehensive assessment services are available evaluating cognitive ability, academic functioning (IEPs), and Autism diagnosis.
Clinical Psychologist who provides therapy for individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, change-of-life events, & general stress. Treatment is evidence-based and oriented around Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Treatment is tailored to each client & focuses on increasing self-awareness, emotional experience, & skill development in stress reduction, communication, & preserving healthy relationships. Scientifically informed education is offered to increase understanding of mechanisms that maintain unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
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Metta Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverton, UT 84065
We offer counseling for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, EMDR, LGBTQ+, gender, faith crisis, abuse, stress, career change, divorce, relationship issues, teen issues, conflict resolution, personality disorders first responder care and grief.
We are an outpatient mental health clinic offering individual counseling for children, teens and adults. We believe in the inner strength of the human spirit. We believe each person has the ability to live a fulfilling life. We offer a safe place to be seen and heard through talk therapy using various clinically proven modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), DBT, REBT, ACT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR and more
We offer counseling for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, EMDR, LGBTQ+, gender, faith crisis, abuse, stress, career change, divorce, relationship issues, teen issues, conflict resolution, personality disorders first responder care and grief.
We are an outpatient mental health clinic offering individual counseling for children, teens and adults. We believe in the inner strength of the human spirit. We believe each person has the ability to live a fulfilling life. We offer a safe place to be seen and heard through talk therapy using various clinically proven modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), DBT, REBT, ACT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR and more
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Megan Svedin is a Clinical Social Worker in Utah who has been practicing since 2024. She has a Master’s degree in Social Work from University of Utah and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Utah Valley University. Megan uses a client centered approach with her clients. She offers a safe, nonjudgmental space and believes every client is the expert in their own life. Megan helps clients find their value and empower them to use their strengths to change behavior, beliefs, and perspective to help them live a meaningful life.
Megan Svedin is a Clinical Social Worker in Utah who has been practicing since 2024. She has a Master’s degree in Social Work from University of Utah and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Utah Valley University. Megan uses a client centered approach with her clients. She offers a safe, nonjudgmental space and believes every client is the expert in their own life. Megan helps clients find their value and empower them to use their strengths to change behavior, beliefs, and perspective to help them live a meaningful life.
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Cortney is skilled at working with children, teens and adults. When working with children and adolescents she uses art, stories, games, and toys to communicate thoughts and emotions, and process their experiences. She provides education and skills to people that can be incorporated in their lives and their homes, and engages frequently with the parents/guardians to encourage participation in their child’s treatment.
Cortney is skilled at working with children, teens and adults. When working with children and adolescents she uses art, stories, games, and toys to communicate thoughts and emotions, and process their experiences. She provides education and skills to people that can be incorporated in their lives and their homes, and engages frequently with the parents/guardians to encourage participation in their child’s treatment.
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I view therapy as a collaborative journey where you can discover inner wisdom, make peace with your past, and create a more fulfilling present and future. I'm passionate about helping people express and externalize internal struggles, conflicts, or emotions. I aim to help clients cultivate a greater sense of self-insight and acceptance through the exploration of their inner selves. I understand that certain feelings and experiences can be challenging to convey solely through traditional talk therapy and emphasize the value of hands-on experiences for promoting emotional healing, self-discovery, and personal growth.
I view therapy as a collaborative journey where you can discover inner wisdom, make peace with your past, and create a more fulfilling present and future. I'm passionate about helping people express and externalize internal struggles, conflicts, or emotions. I aim to help clients cultivate a greater sense of self-insight and acceptance through the exploration of their inner selves. I understand that certain feelings and experiences can be challenging to convey solely through traditional talk therapy and emphasize the value of hands-on experiences for promoting emotional healing, self-discovery, and personal growth.
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I know people sometimes get stuck in the journey of growing into happy and emotionally healthy people. I have considerable experience helping you get unstuck. I care deeply about your well being and would love to come alongside you to help. I have worked with individuals and families, children and adults.
I know people sometimes get stuck in the journey of growing into happy and emotionally healthy people. I have considerable experience helping you get unstuck. I care deeply about your well being and would love to come alongside you to help. I have worked with individuals and families, children and adults.
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Life isn't always easy, especially since life post COVID-19 has created many challenges for people at different levels. We understand it can be tough to deal with these situations and the emotions they bring. Both adults and children may be uncovering negative and self-defeating patterns that cause distress.
Life isn't always easy, especially since life post COVID-19 has created many challenges for people at different levels. We understand it can be tough to deal with these situations and the emotions they bring. Both adults and children may be uncovering negative and self-defeating patterns that cause distress.
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Therapy is a safe place to allow yourself to feel and gain insight to your life and your personal journey. It is a place to work through limiting beliefs and negative behavioral patterns that stop us from progressing toward the life we dream of. In Therapy, we work on long and short-term goals, help you build deeper relationships, and strengthen communication in all areas of your life. Together, we will identify your strengths and use them to address challenging areas in your life. This leads to change and growth which promotes healing.
Therapy is a safe place to allow yourself to feel and gain insight to your life and your personal journey. It is a place to work through limiting beliefs and negative behavioral patterns that stop us from progressing toward the life we dream of. In Therapy, we work on long and short-term goals, help you build deeper relationships, and strengthen communication in all areas of your life. Together, we will identify your strengths and use them to address challenging areas in your life. This leads to change and growth which promotes healing.
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Samantha Sadlier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverton, UT 84096
Life is kinda hard, right? Need some help navigating this winding road? Cool, me too. Welcome to therapy! Let's join forces on this wild ride as we navigate toward better, more energized, and fulfilling days.
Life is kinda hard, right? Need some help navigating this winding road? Cool, me too. Welcome to therapy! Let's join forces on this wild ride as we navigate toward better, more energized, and fulfilling days.
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I understand the importance of addressing your unique journey in life. If you're dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, or need support with couples' challenges and trauma, I'm here to help. My main aim is to guide you toward a fulfilling and joyful life by overcoming these obstacles. Your needs will be listened to and together, we'll find solutions. There are numerous paths to inner peace, and I'm dedicated to exploring them all until we see what resonates best with you. I work with all individuals and love support LGBTQIA+. I take pride in providing respectful and compassionate support to all individuals.
I understand the importance of addressing your unique journey in life. If you're dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, or need support with couples' challenges and trauma, I'm here to help. My main aim is to guide you toward a fulfilling and joyful life by overcoming these obstacles. Your needs will be listened to and together, we'll find solutions. There are numerous paths to inner peace, and I'm dedicated to exploring them all until we see what resonates best with you. I work with all individuals and love support LGBTQIA+. I take pride in providing respectful and compassionate support to all individuals.
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Sheila Jacobson Long - Child And Trauma Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
My specialty involves working with people who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, autism, behavior problems, and parenting concerns.
Are you needing healthier ways to cope with difficult emotions? Are traumatic events or hurtful memories keeping you stuck in the past? Do you feel like you are repeating the same behaviors that prevent you from living the life you want? Change is attainable and I'm here to support you. I am empathetic and understanding, while also practical in my approach to address issues effectively. Together we can come up with plans to directly face your concerns and meet your desired goals. I am passionate in guiding clients in learning new methods and coping skills to find relief and improve their quality of life.
My specialty involves working with people who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, autism, behavior problems, and parenting concerns.
Are you needing healthier ways to cope with difficult emotions? Are traumatic events or hurtful memories keeping you stuck in the past? Do you feel like you are repeating the same behaviors that prevent you from living the life you want? Change is attainable and I'm here to support you. I am empathetic and understanding, while also practical in my approach to address issues effectively. Together we can come up with plans to directly face your concerns and meet your desired goals. I am passionate in guiding clients in learning new methods and coping skills to find relief and improve their quality of life.
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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.