Autism therapists in Chula Vista, California CA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Chula Vista 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
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 Chula Vista, CA California (Online Only)
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
In-Person Near Chula Vista, CA
Online in Chula Vista, CA California
Autism
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
The autistic brain processes the world through neural pathways that are often poorly synchronized — regions that should communicate fluidly instead fire in isolated, rigid patterns, making social connection, sensory integration, and flexible thinking genuinely difficult.
Neurofeedback gently guides these pathways toward better coordination, session by session. Research documents improvements in social engagement, communication, and daily functioning — not by changing who a child is, but by helping their brain work more smoothly on its own terms.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chula Vista, 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
In-Person Near Chula Vista, CA
Online in Chula Vista, CA California
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
In-Person Near Chula Vista, CA
Online in Chula Vista, CA California
Chula Vista is one of California's fastest-growing cities and sits directly north of the US-Mexico border, with a predominantly Hispanic population and a large community of residents who maintain close ties to Tijuana — making bilingual Spanish-English therapy not a specialty but a basic access requirement for much of the population. The city's location within the broader San Diego metro means residents have access to the full range of institutional mental health resources, including Scripps Health and Sharp HealthCare, while Chula Vista's own private therapy community has expanded significantly alongside its population growth. The city's significant Filipino community and growing South Asian population add further dimensions to the demand for culturally competent care. Military families connected to Naval Base San Diego also form part of the local therapy clientele given the city's proximity to base housing.
Autism therapists in Chula Vista, California Statistics
Autism therapists in Chula Vista, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $227 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Family Systems Therapy (45%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (43%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$227
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
47%
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
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 43% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 37% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 59% | Senior |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | LGBTQ+ |
| 57% | Women |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 41% | Black / African American |
| 39% | Men |