Autism Therapists in West Springfield, VA
Caroline is an LCSW with over 25 years of experience specializing in social services for children, adolescents, and families. Early in her career, Caroline worked with underserved families in Washington, D.C. before transitioning into the public school systems, where she provides care and resources for students and their families throughout the year. Caroline empowers parents and their children to regain control of their lives by teaching the skill sets necessary to navigate adolescence with the family. These tools include strengthening relationships, managing lifestress responses, optimizing social emotional health, among others
Caroline is an LCSW with over 25 years of experience specializing in social services for children, adolescents, and families. Early in her career, Caroline worked with underserved families in Washington, D.C. before transitioning into the public school systems, where she provides care and resources for students and their families throughout the year. Caroline empowers parents and their children to regain control of their lives by teaching the skill sets necessary to navigate adolescence with the family. These tools include strengthening relationships, managing lifestress responses, optimizing social emotional health, among others
Karen Ann Creen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Springfield, VA 22152
Waitlist for new clients
Karen is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with over 15 years’ experience counseling children and families. She specializes in behavioral concerns, social skill development, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, trauma and divorce.
Karen is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with over 15 years’ experience counseling children and families. She specializes in behavioral concerns, social skill development, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, trauma and divorce.
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Liz Mathews-Jolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150
It may seem that things are overwhelming and somewhat hopeless now. You do have strengths and the ability to make changes. Overcoming hopelessness, anxiety and depression often takes guidance. With my years of experience working with teens, young adults, adults, couples and groups, we will identify your strengths and put a plan in place to use those strengths to navigate life's challenges. My extensive experience includes working with people with neuro-diversity (Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities) and LGBTQ+ individuals.
It may seem that things are overwhelming and somewhat hopeless now. You do have strengths and the ability to make changes. Overcoming hopelessness, anxiety and depression often takes guidance. With my years of experience working with teens, young adults, adults, couples and groups, we will identify your strengths and put a plan in place to use those strengths to navigate life's challenges. My extensive experience includes working with people with neuro-diversity (Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities) and LGBTQ+ individuals.
My experiences are with adults suffering from substance use, anxiety disorders, bipolar, schizophrenia disorders, anger issues, children and adults suffering from ADHD, and autism spectrum.
My name is Robert Phillips. I hold an LPC license from the state of Virginia and am a Certified Substance Abuse Professional with CSAC - A certificate. My approach is to build a strong therapeutic relationship, stay focused on the client in the present moment without judgment, help people gain skills and tools for managing complicated situations, and encourage a spirit of openness, curiosity, and acceptance to help individuals understand they can choose to respond rationally and control behaviors
My experiences are with adults suffering from substance use, anxiety disorders, bipolar, schizophrenia disorders, anger issues, children and adults suffering from ADHD, and autism spectrum.
My name is Robert Phillips. I hold an LPC license from the state of Virginia and am a Certified Substance Abuse Professional with CSAC - A certificate. My approach is to build a strong therapeutic relationship, stay focused on the client in the present moment without judgment, help people gain skills and tools for managing complicated situations, and encourage a spirit of openness, curiosity, and acceptance to help individuals understand they can choose to respond rationally and control behaviors
Deborah O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22152
My areas of expertise are ADHD, Anxiety, Anger Management, Divorce Challenges, Autism Spectrum, and Alcohol/Drug Addiction.
Are you or your family going through a tough time? Are behaviors or situations becoming unmanageable? In my office you will find a safe, nonjudgmental response to dealing with the complexities of your life. The aim is to address painful crisis and move toward developing coping strategies to increase peace & the happiness you deserve. My treatment approach is to help with solutions. Individual therapy, play therapy, parent support, and academic consultation is what I provide. In my practice I work with children, adolescents, and adults. There are several therapists in the office who can assist if I am booked.
My areas of expertise are ADHD, Anxiety, Anger Management, Divorce Challenges, Autism Spectrum, and Alcohol/Drug Addiction.
Are you or your family going through a tough time? Are behaviors or situations becoming unmanageable? In my office you will find a safe, nonjudgmental response to dealing with the complexities of your life. The aim is to address painful crisis and move toward developing coping strategies to increase peace & the happiness you deserve. My treatment approach is to help with solutions. Individual therapy, play therapy, parent support, and academic consultation is what I provide. In my practice I work with children, adolescents, and adults. There are several therapists in the office who can assist if I am booked.
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to connect with others? Is your anxiety so crippling it interferes with the quality of your life? Do you find that you lack social skills development and would like the chance to learn new skills and have support? You are not alone! Through the group process we can help you understand these struggles, learn new skills, and practice connecting with peers within the safety of a group that understands what you are going through and in turn can help you lead a more fulfilling life.
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to connect with others? Is your anxiety so crippling it interferes with the quality of your life? Do you find that you lack social skills development and would like the chance to learn new skills and have support? You are not alone! Through the group process we can help you understand these struggles, learn new skills, and practice connecting with peers within the safety of a group that understands what you are going through and in turn can help you lead a more fulfilling life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is a Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT) and also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I graduated with honors from Emory & Henry College with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and contextual support in Biology and Chemistry. I attended graduate school at August State University, now known as Georgia Regent University, and graduated with a Master of Science with honors in Clinical Psychology/Counseling. I has been working in the mental health field since 2008 and have taken on many roles, which include Therapeutic Mentor.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is a Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT) and also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I graduated with honors from Emory & Henry College with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and contextual support in Biology and Chemistry. I attended graduate school at August State University, now known as Georgia Regent University, and graduated with a Master of Science with honors in Clinical Psychology/Counseling. I has been working in the mental health field since 2008 and have taken on many roles, which include Therapeutic Mentor.
I have over 11 years working with children, and 5 years working specifically with children who have neurological and developmental disabilities. I am a Board Certificated Behavior Analyst and a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Virginia. I build rapport with my clients and their families, bringing a compassionate, strength-based, holistic approach to behavioral treatment.
I have over 11 years working with children, and 5 years working specifically with children who have neurological and developmental disabilities. I am a Board Certificated Behavior Analyst and a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Virginia. I build rapport with my clients and their families, bringing a compassionate, strength-based, holistic approach to behavioral treatment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and have been providing out-patient mental health services in Northern Virginia since September 2008. I strive to create a supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families in order to facilitate insightful awareness and help individuals recognize patterns in their thoughts, feelings, behaviors. I take an integrated approach to psychotherapy, blending a rational-solution focused approach with supportive based techniques with the goal of helping people improve their quality of life by building upon their natural strengths.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and have been providing out-patient mental health services in Northern Virginia since September 2008. I strive to create a supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families in order to facilitate insightful awareness and help individuals recognize patterns in their thoughts, feelings, behaviors. I take an integrated approach to psychotherapy, blending a rational-solution focused approach with supportive based techniques with the goal of helping people improve their quality of life by building upon their natural strengths.
Dr. Debra Rezendes
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burke, VA 22015 (Online Only)
Want to find your way back to yourself, your happiness and your loved ones? Is there a relationship in your life that isn’t feeling so great? It might be your relationship with yourself, your body, your partner, the little one that you just brought into the world, or the loss of a child you never got to meet. Whether you're facing challenging life transitions, navigating through relationship difficulties, or simply yearning for meaningful connections with yourself or others, you've come to the right place. I help individuals and couples turn their heartache into a breakthrough.
Want to find your way back to yourself, your happiness and your loved ones? Is there a relationship in your life that isn’t feeling so great? It might be your relationship with yourself, your body, your partner, the little one that you just brought into the world, or the loss of a child you never got to meet. Whether you're facing challenging life transitions, navigating through relationship difficulties, or simply yearning for meaningful connections with yourself or others, you've come to the right place. I help individuals and couples turn their heartache into a breakthrough.
Strive and Thrive Therapy Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burke, VA 22015
Life involves many challenges. Reaching out for assistance takes courage and I commend you for taking this step. Whether you are dealing with the stress you face, life transitions, relationship challenges, managing conflict, behavior challenges, medical challenges, grief and loss, managing anxiety, anger, feelings of sadness, or any difficulties that you identify, you have come to the right place to address your concerns in a supportive and empathetic setting. Therapeutic treatment is a road I will help you navigate. I enjoy partnering with clients to address challenges collaboratively to help facilitate positive changes.
Life involves many challenges. Reaching out for assistance takes courage and I commend you for taking this step. Whether you are dealing with the stress you face, life transitions, relationship challenges, managing conflict, behavior challenges, medical challenges, grief and loss, managing anxiety, anger, feelings of sadness, or any difficulties that you identify, you have come to the right place to address your concerns in a supportive and empathetic setting. Therapeutic treatment is a road I will help you navigate. I enjoy partnering with clients to address challenges collaboratively to help facilitate positive changes.
Haleh Royanian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, VA 22152 (Online Only)
Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? Are you stressed out and anxious? I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques based on the client's needs. Regardless of the approach, I assist my clients think about the issues they’re facing from a different lens. By changing the way you think, you can feel empowered to enact great change in your life. Together, we can break down the seemingly insurmountable barriers you feel in your life.
Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? Are you stressed out and anxious? I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques based on the client's needs. Regardless of the approach, I assist my clients think about the issues they’re facing from a different lens. By changing the way you think, you can feel empowered to enact great change in your life. Together, we can break down the seemingly insurmountable barriers you feel in your life.
Are you looking to reset a relationship to resolve conflict or gain satisfaction? Do you need to get a handle on your stress level, feel more grounded and less anxious? Or are you suffering from depression or other mental illness? I am an experienced clinician who has worked with individuals and couples to help them achieve better mental health and emotional balance. I use traditional psychotherapeutic techniques of CBT, Behavior Modification, or Cognitive therapy to relieve symptoms and help clients reset a positive path forward.
Are you looking to reset a relationship to resolve conflict or gain satisfaction? Do you need to get a handle on your stress level, feel more grounded and less anxious? Or are you suffering from depression or other mental illness? I am an experienced clinician who has worked with individuals and couples to help them achieve better mental health and emotional balance. I use traditional psychotherapeutic techniques of CBT, Behavior Modification, or Cognitive therapy to relieve symptoms and help clients reset a positive path forward.
Julia Anderson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150 (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Julia Meyer! In my practice, my approach involves working with relationships - whether it's a relationship between two people, inner dynamics, or how previous events affect our life. When we are able to step back and understand how life's challenges are intertwined with one another, the day becomes a little clearer, feels a little brighter, and our sense of self strengths. I strive to understand the issues you bring to therapy, and how these issues affect you and your community. I have worked in the mental health field for 6 years, providing services to a variety of clientele in a range of settings.
Hello, I’m Julia Meyer! In my practice, my approach involves working with relationships - whether it's a relationship between two people, inner dynamics, or how previous events affect our life. When we are able to step back and understand how life's challenges are intertwined with one another, the day becomes a little clearer, feels a little brighter, and our sense of self strengths. I strive to understand the issues you bring to therapy, and how these issues affect you and your community. I have worked in the mental health field for 6 years, providing services to a variety of clientele in a range of settings.
Chelsea Cornett
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burke, VA 22009 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients - I am a resident therapist with Decoding Relationships, a virtual counseling agency that specializes in relationship therapy. We work with adults, children, families, and couples to create healthy relationships. We teach healthy communication skills, address problematic issues within relationships, and help implement behavioral adjustments to promote healthy relationship change . If you are struggling with your relationships and want to reconnect with those your love, I am here to help. You can schedule an appointment online through our website (www.decodingrelationships.net).
I am currently accepting new clients - I am a resident therapist with Decoding Relationships, a virtual counseling agency that specializes in relationship therapy. We work with adults, children, families, and couples to create healthy relationships. We teach healthy communication skills, address problematic issues within relationships, and help implement behavioral adjustments to promote healthy relationship change . If you are struggling with your relationships and want to reconnect with those your love, I am here to help. You can schedule an appointment online through our website (www.decodingrelationships.net).
Jennifer Dodson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burke, VA 22015
As a licensed therapist, my goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space that is conducive for self-reflection and insight. I provide therapy from a client-centered and strengths-based approach with a focus on trauma-informed services. I view the therapeutic process as a collaboration where clients and I create specific goals unique to each individual's needs. These needs could include coping skills for managing anxiety and depression, self-understanding to create change, interpersonal resolutions, identifying maladaptive behaviors/thought patterns, and building a positive self-image.
As a licensed therapist, my goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space that is conducive for self-reflection and insight. I provide therapy from a client-centered and strengths-based approach with a focus on trauma-informed services. I view the therapeutic process as a collaboration where clients and I create specific goals unique to each individual's needs. These needs could include coping skills for managing anxiety and depression, self-understanding to create change, interpersonal resolutions, identifying maladaptive behaviors/thought patterns, and building a positive self-image.
Laura Alm believes that each human person has inherent dignity and value because they are created by God out of love and made in His Image; the more they become their authentic, best selves, the more they are empowered, free, and glorify God. She believes that, through the power of Jesus Christ, who renews hearts and minds, change can happen, and all things are possible. Laura uses an integrative approach to counseling, and draws from person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and narrative therapies, as well as dialectical behavior and mindfulness techniques. She strives to foster a warm, caring, and empathic therapeutic environment.
Laura Alm believes that each human person has inherent dignity and value because they are created by God out of love and made in His Image; the more they become their authentic, best selves, the more they are empowered, free, and glorify God. She believes that, through the power of Jesus Christ, who renews hearts and minds, change can happen, and all things are possible. Laura uses an integrative approach to counseling, and draws from person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and narrative therapies, as well as dialectical behavior and mindfulness techniques. She strives to foster a warm, caring, and empathic therapeutic environment.
Sandra Cushner Weinstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Springfield, VA 22150 (Online Only)
Sandra Cushner-Weinstein has a long history of counseling individuals who live with depression, anxiety, and/or a chronic health condition. She also facilitates groups, trains leaders, and works with couples. As a practicing clinician, Sandra provides counseling for adults, parents, and teens. She is versatile and eclectic in her approach and commonly uses (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices to help reduce anxiety and depression, improve focus, and manage trauma. Sandy appreciates the complexity of family systems and helps to promote more effective communication, knowledge, feelings of control, wellness, an
Sandra Cushner-Weinstein has a long history of counseling individuals who live with depression, anxiety, and/or a chronic health condition. She also facilitates groups, trains leaders, and works with couples. As a practicing clinician, Sandra provides counseling for adults, parents, and teens. She is versatile and eclectic in her approach and commonly uses (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices to help reduce anxiety and depression, improve focus, and manage trauma. Sandy appreciates the complexity of family systems and helps to promote more effective communication, knowledge, feelings of control, wellness, an
Sally Valerio
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22015
Therapy can sometimes feel awkward at first; it may bring out feelings of vulnerability and may be emotionally taxing. That's why building trust and rapport early on is crucial, making you feel comfortable, safe, and heard. Once trust is established, we can collaboratively set goals and develop coping skills to tackle any challenges you face. Each client's situation is unique, guiding my therapeutic approach. I often use an eclectic mix of treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.
Therapy can sometimes feel awkward at first; it may bring out feelings of vulnerability and may be emotionally taxing. That's why building trust and rapport early on is crucial, making you feel comfortable, safe, and heard. Once trust is established, we can collaboratively set goals and develop coping skills to tackle any challenges you face. Each client's situation is unique, guiding my therapeutic approach. I often use an eclectic mix of treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.
Dougan and Walden Wellness, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150
Are you feeling stressed, depressed, or in pain? We all have our own challenges to overcome. I am passionate about helping each individual who walks into my office. I work with individuals and couples with mood, anxiety, or trauma symptoms. I believe a collaborative approach provides a safe space, which allows you to express thoughts and feelings , allows us to work on goals, and provides the opportunity to explore deeper aspects of life. We will approach your path to change with an empathetic, positive approach. We will work together to develop an approach to address your goals.
Are you feeling stressed, depressed, or in pain? We all have our own challenges to overcome. I am passionate about helping each individual who walks into my office. I work with individuals and couples with mood, anxiety, or trauma symptoms. I believe a collaborative approach provides a safe space, which allows you to express thoughts and feelings , allows us to work on goals, and provides the opportunity to explore deeper aspects of life. We will approach your path to change with an empathetic, positive approach. We will work together to develop an approach to address your goals.
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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.