Online Autism therapists in McAllen, Texas TX
Find experienced online Autism therapists in McAllen 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
Sugar Land Counseling Center
Counselor/Therapist
The psychological associates at Sugar Land Counseling Center provide testing for the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and counseling for this. We also run a group for high functioning high schoolers with autism Friday at 5.
31 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Natalie Frazier
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Having a partner who is on the spectrum can be challenging. I can help bridge the gap so that you both feel more connected and understood.
5 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Higher Sights Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
We have a staff of psychotherapists and med prescribers that work with clients who have autism/neurodivergence. We offer CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS (to name a few treatment modalities) and medication in addition to many problem-solving therapies to help you learn new coping skills to improve your life.
16 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Dawn Nelson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW-S, ACSW, SAP, CART
With a Specialization in Children and Families, I offer assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of Autism. With an awareness of the unique needs of the client, I routinely work with the family and academic institutions to enable the client to achieve their full potential.
36 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Dr. Messina & Associates
Psychologist
Autism spectrum disorder or autism is a developmental disorder that psychiatrists usually diagnose in children between the ages of 2-4. The condition affects a child’s behavior and communication skills
16 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults on the autism spectrum. I provide individualized, strengths-based support to help clients develop social, emotional, communication, and daily living skills while honoring each person's unique abilities and needs.
14 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX (Online Only)
Autism
Vada Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Autism services at Vada Counseling honor neurodivergent ways of being and explicitly reject pathologizing or behavior-control models. We support autistic clients in navigating sensory, relational, and social needs within environments that often fail to accommodate them. Our affirming, decolonizing approach centers autonomy, communication choice, and self-advocacy.
11 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Catherine Bitney
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
I have a passion for helping neurodivergent folks, helping them unmask and manage their social world and relationships - so that they can live more fulfilling, authentic, and happy lives. Early research on autism did not account for neurodivergence in those assigned female at birth, as well as racial and ethnic minorities. Many of my clients went undiagnosed until adulthood and are finally starting to understand some of the upsetting social interactions they've experienced, the rejection from peers, and the consistent messaging from society that something is inherently wrong with them.
15 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX (Online Only)
Autism
Beth Janis
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals (e.g., ADHD, Autism, SPD) and their families to better understand themselves, the strengths and uniqueness of their differently-wired brains, and the areas in which they feel stuck. I utilize a neurodiversity-affirming lens that emphasizes seeing the whole person and that integrates their preferences related to sensory processing, communication and relationships, and special interests. I value collaborating with other service providers and joining with the individual and family at any stage of the diagnostic and self-discovery process.
8 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Michael J. Salas
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, CSAT, CST
If you're autistic or exploring whether you might be, you may have spent a lot of your life feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or pressured to fit into environments that weren’t made for you. Whether you’ve been formally diagnosed or you’re just starting to connect the dots, I offer a space where you don’t have to mask or explain yourself.
I work with adults on the spectrum to better understand their needs, manage sensory and emotional overload, and navigate relationships in a way that feels authentic. We can also look at how past experiences—especially those shaped by being different in a world that expects sameness—may still be affecting your self-esteem or mental health.
You don’t need to change who you are. Therapy is about supporting you in building a life that actually works for your brain, your body, and your values.
18 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Phillip McCulley
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT
I work with autistic adults and neurodivergent clients who want support navigating relationships, communication, intimacy, and sexuality in ways that feel authentic and sustainable. Many autistic people experience relationships and desire differently than what is often portrayed as typical, and therapy can be a place to explore these differences without pressure to change who you are.
In our work together, we focus on understanding your unique communication style, sensory needs, emotional experiences, and relationship expectations. This may include support around dating, long term partnerships, consent, boundaries, sexual desire, or navigating mismatched needs within a relationship. I help clients develop clearer communication strategies and greater self understanding so relationships feel less confusing and more rewarding.
I also provide a supportive space to explore sexuality and identity without judgment. This can include working through shame, anxiety, or uncertainty related to sexual expression, orientation, or gender, as well as understanding how sensory sensitivity, routine, or emotional regulation can impact intimacy. The goal is not to force a specific outcome, but to help you build relationships and a sex life that align with your values, comfort, and needs.
22 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Sydney Fowler
Counselor/Therapist, MT-BC, LPC
I work with individuals on the autism spectrum, including those previously diagnosed with Asperger’s, who may experience challenges with social interaction, sensory sensitivities, and emotional regulation. Autism presents differently for each person, and I tailor therapy to meet individual communication styles, strengths, and needs. Treatment focuses on building coping strategies, increasing self-understanding, and supporting emotional well-being in daily life. I provide a structured and supportive environment where clients can develop skills and feel more confident navigating their experiences.
5 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX (Online Only)
Autism
Dr. Sharese Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
I use research-based techniques to help clients improve social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts. My education, work experience, and personal experiences with autism spectrum disorder qualify me to teach coping skills for restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior. Culturally-responsive and developmentally appropriate practices are utilized to help clients achieve treatment goals.
9 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Kimberly Hansley-Parrish
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
I am certified in Autplay and enjoy working with children and adults that are neuroatypical. My approach is affirming and help these individuals find ways to be themselves while also succeeding in the world.
9 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Tamara C. Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCHC, ASDCS
I am a certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. I provide assistance clients on the spectrum that include life coaching and therapy.
19 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX (Online Only)
Autism
Alanna Preylo
Therapist, LMSW
It's a unique feeling. The deep deep confusion. You feel like your needs are always "too much". Your needs feel "too specific". The pull to follow rules is hard when you also want to feel free to be yourself. Even when you know what to do, it's when, and how??? These are just a few ways Autism impacts us. It's hard to manage when different aspects of ourselves are in conflict. I can help you find YOUR between masking and being Authentic.
4 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Autism: Navigating the Neuro-Affirming Path
For Individuals and Neuro-Distinct Couples
In a world designed for neurotypical sensory and social processing, living on the spectrum often feels like an endless exercise in translation. My practice provides a space where Autism is not viewed as a deficit to be cured, but a unique neuro-type to be understood and accommodated. Whether you are navigating your own late-diagnosed discovery or are part of a couple where one partner is neurodivergent, we work to build a life that honors your nervous system.
For the Individual: From Masking to Authenticity
Chronic "masking"—the effort to appear neurotypical—is one of the primary drivers of burnout. Together, we work to identify your unique sensory and cognitive profile so you can move from surviving to thriving.
Managing Overwhelm: We identify the specific environmental and social triggers that lead to sensory overwhelms before they escalate.
Melt Downs & Shut Downs: We develop compassionate strategies for the moments when the nervous system becomes overloaded. Whether it’s an externalized melt down or an internalized shut down, we focus on safety and recovery rather than shame.
Energy Accounting: Learning how to budget your "social and cognitive spoons" to prevent the deep exhaustion of autistic burnout.
For the Couple: Bridging the Neuro-Distinct Gap
When one partner is neurotypical and the other is autistic, the "relational system" can often fall into cycles of misunderstanding. I help couples move past the "double empathy problem" and build a shared language.
Decoding the Shut Down: Helping the neurotypical partner understand that a shut down is not a withdrawal of love, but a physiological need for regulation.
Communication Systems: Moving away from "hinting" and toward direct, explicit communication that reduces anxiety for both partners.
Shared Regulation: Creating a "sensory-safe" home environment where both partners' needs are respected without one person's comfort coming at the cost of the other's.
A Systems-Rooted Approach
Leveraging my background in Systems Theory and Attachment, I look at how the external world—workplaces, family expectations, and social constructs—impacts your neurodivergent experience. You aren't "broken"; you are a different kind of "wired," and you deserve a relationship and a life that reflects that.
21 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX (Online Only)
Autism
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We provide specialized support for individuals on the autism spectrum, including social skills, coping strategies, and tailored therapy interventions.
Recommended therapists: Jocelyn Cleveland, Yvette Kearney, Eamonn Carolan
6 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Aria Loveless-Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-Associate
I am especially passionate about working with women (or AFAB individuals) who received (or suspect) autism diagnoses in adulthood. I am a neurodivergent-affirming therapist.
1 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Autism
Shawna Damiani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Maybe you just received your diagnosis. Maybe you've suspected for years and are still working up the courage to explore it. Maybe someone you trust finally said the word out loud and something in you went quiet — not because it was wrong, but because it finally felt right.
Receiving an autism diagnosis as an adult can be a lot of things at once. Relieving. Grieving. Clarifying. Disorienting. Many adults spent decades masking — carefully studying social rules, performing neurotypicality, exhausting themselves just to seem "normal" — without ever having the language for what they were doing or why it was so tiring.
At Love Let Out, we work with autistic adults who are navigating that process of understanding themselves, often for the first time. We are neurodiversity-affirming, which means we don't approach autism as something to be treated or trained away. We approach it as a different way of experiencing the world — one that comes with real strengths, real challenges, and a lifetime of experiences worth making sense of.
We can help you explore your identity, process the complicated feelings that often come with late diagnosis, work through burnout, navigate relationships and communication, and begin to unmask in spaces where it's safe to do so.
You've spent a long time adapting to everyone else. This is a place where you don't have to.
8 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX (Online Only)
Autism therapists in McAllen, Texas Statistics
Autism therapists in McAllen, Texas average 15 years of experience and charge around $191 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Autism and Asperger's (100%), ADHD (83%), and Anxiety or Fears (77%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$191
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Autism and Asperger's |
| 83% | ADHD |
| 77% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 72% | Depression |
| 66% | Stress |
| 57% | Social Anxiety |