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Alexander Alkozei
Alexander Alkozei
Psychological Psychotherapist
Yves Teng
Yves Teng
Psychologist
Chelsey McGovern
Chelsey McGovern
Psychological Counselor, Childhood Development Support Specialist, Mindfulness, Trauma Informed, Somatic Practices, ASD, ADHD, LGBTQIA+
Ravneet Bhatia
Ravneet Bhatia
Licensed Counsellor
Martyna Motyl
Martyna Motyl
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist
Angeliki O. Lazaraki
Angeliki O. Lazaraki
Psychologist (MSc, GMBPsS)
Róza Sára Somlai
Róza Sára Somlai
Psychotherapist (in-training)
Inge Marchesini
Inge Marchesini
Jungian Therapist and Licensed Psychologist
Leon Brenner
Leon Brenner
Lacanian Psychoanalyst
Demetra Korogiannou
Demetra Korogiannou
Accredited Counsellor
Martina Vignando
Martina Vignando
Psychologist
Daniela van Mourik
Daniela van Mourik
Clinical Psychologist
Inês Teixeira de Matos
Inês Teixeira de Matos
Licensed Psychologist
Arden Burak Demirel
Arden Burak Demirel
Psychologist
alfredo genovesi
alfredo genovesi
Music Therapist
Amanda Cardona Schulte
Amanda Cardona Schulte
Klinische und Gesundheitspsychologin
Asli
Asli
Neuropsychologist
Manuela Posca
Manuela Posca
Licensed Psychologist
Mikko Karhulahti
Mikko Karhulahti
Clinical Psychologist / Gestalt therapist / Sex counsellor
Aleksandra Kopyś
Aleksandra Kopyś
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist
Steven Saagpakk
Steven Saagpakk
Psychologist, MA
Hugo Iglesias Moraes
Hugo Iglesias Moraes
Licensed Psychologist (Jungian Approach) & Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist — Couples and Individual Therapy
Dominique Matthe
Dominique Matthe
Clinical Psychologist
Maja Helena Harmes
Maja Helena Harmes
Mindfulness-based Counselling and Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotion-Focused Approaches
Diego de Andrade Silva
Diego de Andrade Silva
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Learn more about therapists who can help with Autism spectrum
What is autism spectrum disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects social interaction, communication, and behaviour. Autistic individuals may have difficulties with social communication, such as understanding nonverbal cues, maintaining eye contact, and engaging in reciprocal conversations. They may also exhibit repetitive behaviours or interests, sensory sensitivities, and challenges with transitions or changes in routine. While the exact cause of ASD is not fully understood, it is believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Therapy for autistic individuals
Effective management in therapy often involves a multidisciplinary approach that addresses the unique needs and strengths of each individual. Therapy plays a central role in supporting individuals with ASD and their families in developing skills, coping strategies, and interventions to improve quality of life. Behavioural therapy, such as applied behaviour analysis (ABA), is commonly used to teach adaptive behaviours, reduce challenging behaviours, and improve social skills. Speech therapy can help individuals with ASD improve communication skills, including verbal and nonverbal communication. Additionally, social skills training and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) may be beneficial in addressing social challenges and managing anxiety or other co-occurring conditions.
Find the right therapist on It’s Complicated
It may take some exploration and open communication with potential therapists to discover the approach and therapist that aligns best with your needs and preferences. Trusting your instincts and being patient with yourself throughout this process can help alleviate some of the overwhelm and lead to a smoother therapeutic journey. If you are interested in therapy to assist you in improving your life quality, It's Complicated operates in nearly 100 languages, offering both online and in-person sessions. With a diverse network of over 1,500 mental health professionals spanning 80+ countries, you can easily connect with accredited psychologists who can support you.
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