Autism therapists in Merced, CA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Merced, California 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.
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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 Merced, CA
Autism
Eryn Reeder
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Neurodivergence is respected and championed. I work with folks to navigate through challenging social, and relational dynamics that emerge.
15 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA
Autism
Dan Safavi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC-22108, LPCC-104319
I work with autistic and neurodivergent adults who want support with stress, relationships, emotional overwhelm, identity, masking, and navigating a world that may not always fit the way they think or experience things. My approach is respectful, collaborative, and focused on understanding your needs rather than trying to make you more "normal."
7 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA (Online Only)
Autism
Annie Harton Kassell
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
For a lot of autistic adults, the diagnosis is the first time life makes sense from the inside. The cost of masking all day. The social rules everyone else seemed handed at birth. The tiredness that never had an obvious reason. I work with late-diagnosed adults on letting the mask down, understanding how you are genuinely wired, and making peace with the years spent performing a version of yourself that was never going to last.
11 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA (Online Only)
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 Merced, CA
Autism therapists in Merced, CA Statistics
Autism therapists in Merced, CA average 14 years of experience and charge around $231 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Behavioral Therapy (39%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$231
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
|
| 26% |
Male |
|
| 8% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 37% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 35% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 33% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Teen |
| 55% | Senior |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Men |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |