Autism therapists in Grand Junction, CO
Find experienced Autism therapists in Grand Junction, Colorado 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
Empowering Hope
Marriage and Family Therapist, Rachel LMFT, Kady MFTC, Jessica LPCC, Johanna LPCC, Emily LPCC, Andrea intern
We provide compassionate care to those in the neurodivergent community, and support with deconstructing black and white thinking, social learning, and emotional regulation. Emily focuses specifically on Autism support. The rest of the team is also Neuro affirming.
6 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO
Autism
Averill Hovey
Art Therapist, MA, MA, LPC-S, ATR-BC, EMDR
I work with autistic and neurodivergent children, teens, and adults from a strengths-based, affirming perspective. Rather than viewing autism as something that needs to be “fixed,” I focus on understanding each person’s individual experience, including sensory needs, communication and relationship patterns, emotional regulation, identity, and the challenges that can come from navigating a world that may not always fit the way they experience it.
My approach incorporates art therapy, play and experiential work, somatic awareness, mindfulness, and Gestalt-informed practices, offering alternatives to therapy that relies solely on verbal processing. Together, we can explore anxiety, overwhelm, relationships, self-understanding, life transitions, and strategies for creating a life that feels more manageable and authentic.
I also support parents and families in better understanding and connecting with their neurodivergent family members while honoring each person’s individuality, autonomy, and strengths.
13 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO (Online Only)
Autism
Elissa Chazdon
Counselor/Therapist, LMSW, LSW
Raising a neurodivergent child means parenting outside the standard playbook — and it helps enormously when both parents, or both households, are working from the same neuro-affirming page. My groups take a strengths-based, neuro-affirming approach: understanding sensory and regulation needs, communicating in ways that actually land, and building routines and expectations that fit your child rather than asking your child to fit a mold that was never built for them.
2 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO (Online Only)
Autism
Debra Zand
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I provide a neuro-affirming space for teens and adults to explore their identity, unpack the effects of masking, manage burnout, and develop sustainable routines. Whether you are seeking a late-in-life diagnosis, support for neuro-divergent relationships, or coping strategies for sensory overload, I am here to help you live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
26 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO
Autism
Heather Dunlap
Licensed Professional Counselor, OTR, LPC
I support children, teens, and adults on the autism spectrum by focusing on strengths, building self-regulation tools, and fostering social and emotional skills. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Occupational Therapist. My approach combines counseling with sensory-informed strategies, helping clients thrive at home, school, work, and in relationships—while celebrating the unique ways they see and experience the world.
30 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO
Autism therapists in Grand Junction, CO Statistics
Autism therapists in Grand Junction, CO average 15 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Behavioral Therapy (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 52% | Senior |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 38% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Black / African American |