Online Autism therapists in San Francisco, California CA
Find experienced online Autism therapists in San Francisco who provide Autism testing, evaluations, and therapy. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare qualifications, specialties, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
Autism
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I work with individuals on the autism spectrum and their families to better understand communication styles, emotional experiences, and relational dynamics. My approach is respectful, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s strengths and needs. Therapy can support increased self-understanding, improved relationships, and navigating social or emotional challenges with greater clarity and confidence.
9 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
We provide neurodiversity-affirming support for autistic individuals, including those who identify with Asperger’s. Our trauma-informed approach honors each person’s unique communication style, sensory needs, and strengths while supporting emotional regulation, relationships, anxiety, and self-advocacy. We prioritize safety, collaboration, and acceptance—not normalization or masking.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Dr. Mazmanyan and Associates
Psychologist, Ph.D
We have experience working with individuals on the spectrum and can offer support through skill based learning while also exploring relational dynamics.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Stephanie Brumfield
Therapist, LCSW
In my therapeutic approach, autism is embraced as a profound spiritual journey towards awakening to one's authentic self and the process of unmasking. This perspective honors the unique way autistic individuals experience the world, focusing on the deep self-discovery that comes from navigating life with an innate depth of feeling, heightened sensitivity, and a distinct way of processing experiences. By viewing autism through this lens, we celebrate the strengths, creativity, and insights that being autistic brings, shifting away from pathologizing to understanding autism as an integral part of one's identity and spiritual path.
The core of our work together is to empower autistic individuals to live authentically, leveraging their unique gifts to lead a life of fulfillment and connection. This journey involves developing strategies to manage sensory sensitivities, enhance communication, and foster meaningful relationships, all while reducing feelings of overwhelm and self-criticism. Central to this process is the unmasking of one’s true identity, shedding societal expectations and labels to reveal the authentic self beneath.
Seeing autism as a spiritual journey of awakening and unmasking allows us to support individuals in embracing their neurodiversity as a source of healing, strength, and profound personal growth. Together, we explore the richness of the autistic experience, fostering a deep sense of belonging, self-acceptance, and joy in the journey towards self-discovery and spiritual fulfillment. This approach not only affirms the value and beauty of the autistic way of being but also highlights the importance of celebrating each individual's journey towards embracing their authentic self.
8 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Adela Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
I specialize in supporting couples where one or both partners are on the autism spectrum. Communication differences, sensory needs, and social misunderstandings can create painful disconnection, even when love is strong. In therapy, I help partners better understand one another’s experiences, reduce conflict, and build bridges of empathy. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming—I focus on strengths while addressing the unique challenges autism can bring to intimacy, daily life, and relationships.
5 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Hailey Williford
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I enjoy working with autistic clients to provide a neurodivergent-affirming treatment. I love working with autistic clients interested in working on: unmasking, autistic burnout, shame-free daily routines, supporting emotional regulation needs, building connection/community, life balance, etc.
3 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Dr. Vicki D. Coleman (Dr. Vicki), The Coleman Group PLLC & The Anger Doctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, CCMHC, QMHP, MAC, DAC, SAP, CAMF, BCC, HS-BCP
Examine the challenges related to Autism & Asperger's with an emphasis on communication skills.
36 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Hannah Nyznyk Christian
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #133278
We provide affirming, strengths-based support for individuals on the autism spectrum. Our work focuses on self-understanding, emotional regulation, and navigating relationships in a world that isn’t always accommodating.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Jaclyn Epstein-Calvert
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
I work with autistic individuals and families in a neurodiversity-affirming way that recognizes autism as a different way of experiencing and processing the world rather than something that needs to be “fixed.” Many autistic adults and parents seek support around sensory overwhelm, emotional regulation, relationships, burnout, and navigating environments that are not always designed with neurodivergent needs in mind.
My approach focuses on understanding each person’s nervous system, communication style, and strengths while building practical strategies that support regulation, self-advocacy, and meaningful connection. I also support parents of autistic children in better understanding their child’s developmental and sensory needs, helping families reduce stress and create environments where children can feel safe, understood, and supported to thrive.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Danielle Greenspan, LMFT, LPCC
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 104395, LPCC 4889
I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and I have extensive training on working with autistic children, teens and adults. I also love working with mixed-neurotype couples. I am specially trained to provided play therapy to autistic children and people of all ages.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Matthew Weisskopf
Psychologist, PhD
I am available to provide psychotherapy services for adults with high functioning autism/Asperger‘s. Therapy can focus on assisting the individual with navigating the challenges of the social world and managing anxiety or other challenging emotions.
19 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Azmaira Maker, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience and received my Ph.D. from University of Michigan in both the child and adult tracks. We offer state of the art comprehensive, standardized, and norm based testing for spectrum disorders for children, adolescents, college students, and adults. Our reports include diagnostic and clinical recommendations. We offer cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, expressive arts therapy, exposure therapy, social skills training, neurofeedback, and in-home and in-school services.
28 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Mind Study Center
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, M.D., Ph.D.,
At Mind Study Center, we provide specialized support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, including Asperger’s. Our comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans are designed to address social, communication, and behavioral challenges while building on each person’s strengths. Through therapy, skill-building, and family support, we help individuals thrive at home, in school, and in social settings—promoting growth, independence, and confidence.
10 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Supporting individuals in developing social, emotional, and communication skills while honoring neurodiversity.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Dorit Saberi-Thrive Psychological Services
Psychologist, Ph.D, Diplomate-Academy of Cognitive Therapy; Trainer- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD- CTSA
Experience using Dialectical Behavior Therapy for neurodivergence.
24 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Mia Turner
Therapist, MA, RYT, ASDCS, LMFT, NPT-C, CMNCS, CMIP
Neurodiversity-affirming Autism therapy for teens and adults and Autism evaluations for adults seeking deeper self-understanding, validation, support, and clarity. As an AuDHDer, my work is especially attuned to the experiences of high-masking, late-identified, gifted, AFAB, BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, creative, PDA, quirky, curious, spiritually-oriented, and otherwise frequently overlooked Autistic and AuDHD individuals whose experiences may have been misunderstood, missed, dismissed, or pathologized for years.
Support often focuses on identity, sensory experiences, monotropism, passionate interests, communication and relational styles, autistic burnout, nervous system regulation, interoception, executive functioning, self-advocacy, belonging, and the lifelong impact of adapting within environments that may not have recognized, understood, or supported autistic needs. Exploration may include the influence of culture, race, gender, disability, chronic illness, family systems, spirituality, community, trauma, and societal expectations, as well as the internalized ableism and narratives that can develop when your natural ways of being are repeatedly questioned, corrected, accommodated too little, or misunderstood.
Particular attention is given to the ways masking, overcompensation, chronic self-monitoring, perfectionism, people-pleasing, hyper-independence, and other adaptive survival strategies can emerge in response to misunderstanding, marginalization, trauma, and the pressure to appear more neurotypical. Autism is understood not simply through behaviors or traits, but through the lived experience of moving through the world in an Autistic bodymind. This includes the relationship between sensory processing, energy capacity, nervous system states, movement, rest, transitions, interests, environmental fit, authenticity, and safety.
Rather than focusing on how to appear more neurotypical, therapy centers self-understanding, self-trust, self-accommodation, and creating a life that honors your natural rhythms, sensory needs, interests, values, strengths, and ways of relating. My approach integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, mindfulness, parts work, expressive arts, executive functioning support, geek therapy, and neuropsychotherapy through a neurodiversity-affirming, nervous-system-centered, and liberation-oriented lens.
I also provide comprehensive virtual Autism evaluations utilizing a culturally conscious, sensory-informed, neurodivergent-affirming approach designed to identify presentations that are frequently overlooked in traditional assessment settings. Evaluations move beyond checklists and stereotypes to include an in-depth exploration of developmental history, lived experience, sensory patterns, masking, strengths, challenges, identity, relationships, nervous system patterns, and neurotype, resulting in a thorough affirming report with personalized recommendations, resources, and a deeper understanding of yourself through a lens that recognizes difference rather than deficit.
10 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Eric Olsen
Life Coach, PTSD, Trauma Triage, BSc Social Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
We work together to understand barriers in your life and help you build a plan to navigate the challenges in Autism and Asperger's to live a happy goal oriented successful life.
17 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Freestyle Supervision and EMDR Group LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LEP, NCC, APCC, AMFT, ASW, NCC
In our practice, being "Autism-friendly" means more than just awareness; it means creating a space where your sensory needs, communication style, and special interests are respected. We help you navigate a neurotypical world while honoring your need for downtime, routine, and unmasking. Our goal is to help you build a life that feels authentic and safe for your nervous system.
4 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
Autism
Brandon Guin
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
I have been working with Autistic individuals since 2002. I have worked with children as young as 18 months old to adults beyond 65. My passion is working to help Autistic adults improve executive functioning (organizing, planning, completing tasks and goals) and relationships, while decreasing feelings of anxiety and depression.
16 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Rose Snyder, EdM, PsyD, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
I have both professional and personal experience supporting children with autism and PDA diagnoses. I have particular training and expertise in supporting parents with neurodivergent children.
23 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA
San Francisco's extreme housing costs and the psychological toll of the tech industry — characterized by intense performance pressure, rapid layoff cycles, and boom-bust uncertainty — have made burnout, anxiety, and economic grief among the most common presenting concerns. The city has a historically significant LGBTQ+ community, and affirming therapists specializing in gender identity, queer relationships, and HIV-related concerns remain an important part of the local therapy landscape. UCSF Health provides world-class institutional mental health resources, while the city's dense network of independent practitioners reflects a culture that has long embraced therapy as a normal and valued part of life. Telehealth has expanded access significantly for Bay Area residents commuting from Oakland, the East Bay, and the Peninsula.
Autism therapists in San Francisco, California Statistics
Autism therapists in San Francisco, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $228 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Autism and Asperger's (100%), Anxiety or Fears (88%), and ADHD (81%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$228
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Autism and Asperger's |
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 81% | ADHD |
| 79% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Depression |
| 63% | Stress |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ Issues |