Autism therapists in Pasadena, California CA
Pasadena Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$217
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
|
| 31% |
Male |
|
| 7% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 32% |
Online Only |
|
| 5% |
In Person Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 44% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 41% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 41% | Integrative Therapy |
| 39% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Find experienced Autism therapists in Pasadena 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 and Asperger's
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
In-Person in Pasadena, CA 91101
Online in Pasadena, CA California
Autism and Asperger's
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
As we increasingly better understand the range of the autism spectrum, including the various ways that ASD can manifest and be masked, work with ASD clients will work on goals that clients self-determine and at a pace that is affirming and encouraging. Neurodiversity is affirmed in my practice with ASD clients and therapeutic goals will always be collaborative and self-paced.
26 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
Lisa Paer
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, EMDR Certified
As an autistic therapist myself, I know what it's like to live in a world not designed for us. Masking our sensory sensitivities and emotional overwhelm can leave us depleted and unable to function. I can help you manage executive dysfunction, understand your sensory profile, better manage emotions, and learn to unmask and get to know your true, authentic self. I value your passions, quirks, and individuality, and I focus on unveiling your strengths and helping you use them to your advantage to live a more fulfilling life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
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 Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
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 Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
Growth and Change Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
All mental health problems are rooted in the break down in our relationships. The biggest struggle for people on the autistic spectrum is the struggle of relational intelligence, yearning to connect and yet lacking the ability or relational intelligence to know how to connect. We partner with parents and their children to strengthen the relational bounds and support the family in becoming the reference point for your children to grow socially and emotionally.
8 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
NeuroSpark Health
Psychologist
NeuroSpark Health specializes in adult autism assessment and the nuanced presentations seen in women, AFAB, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and other marginalized communities as well as those late-identified and self-diagnosed. Our assessments fully virtual and are designed to affirm, validate, and de-pathologize each individual's neurodivergent identity. In addition to assessment, NeuroSpark also offers therapy, coaching, accommodations consulting, and group support.
15 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
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 Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
Cam Alaasam
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
As a member of the autism community myself, I understand how helpful it can be to have a therapist with some similarities and shared understanding.
1 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
Jillian Luz
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
I have experience working with autistic children, teens, and adults. I conceptualize autism under the neurodiversity umbrella and do not view autism itself as something that needs to be "fixed", but rather understood. I strive to support my autistic clients in feeling empowered in how to best support any sensory or social-related issues they may experience. I also support clients in identifying and supporting any anxious and/or depressive symptoms that may be the result of unidentified autism in a neurotypical dominant world.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)