Autism therapists in Mclean, Virginia VA
Autism and Asperger's
John Perry
Counselor/Therapist, Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be effectively applied in therapy sessions for individuals with autism to address cognitive and behavioral challenges. I often focus on identifying and modifying maladaptive thought patterns, fostering emotional regulation, and improving social skills. By emphasizing cognitive restructuring and behavioral interventions, CBT offers a structured and goal-oriented approach to help individuals with autism navigate social interactions and manage stressors more effectively.
2 Years Experience
Autism and Asperger's
Christine Henry
Psychologist, Ph.D
Understanding your autistic identity can help you live the life you want to have. Your relationships with friends, family, and coworkers can improve. You can better understand your communication and what goes wrong when you try to connect with others. Learn about your sensory needs so they don't get in the way. Find new ways to regulate your emotions. Find ways to conserve energy so you don't get burned out.
17 Years Experience
Autism and Asperger's
Strides in Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PSY.D.
he first part of a learning assessment is usually an IQ test. The second part is academic testing. This is a thorough assessment of major subjects of study that are foundational for learning. This includes: math, writing, reading, spelling, listening comprehension, and reading comprehension. If a person has a statistically significant difference between their IQ score and their academic ability, we diagnosis a specific learning disability.
23 Years Experience
Autism and Asperger's
Ailyn Payan, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
I often evaluate children with Autism and help parents go through the acceptance period of having a child with ASD. I help parents find strategies to manage the child's behaviors.
14 Years Experience
Autism and Asperger's
Jonathan Schmalz
Psychologist, PhD, HSP-P
Many autistic adults struggle to have connections with others in ways they would like. Moreover, social situations may feel downright confusing and anxiety-provoking and intimate relationships may seem impossible. In the professional sphere, you may struggle to keep steady employment, often finding that your ways of communicating with co-workers and bosses make it hard to feel you belong or that your talents are appreciated. I take an affirming, autism-informed approach in helping autistic adults to better appreciate themselves and thrive in their relationships and life pursuits.
15 Years Experience