Autism therapists in San Carlos Park, FL
Find experienced Autism therapists in San Carlos Park, Florida 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
Katelynn Jones
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, ASDCS, CCTP, CTMH, Certified Brain Coach, SSP and RRP Provider, Registered Clinical Supervisor
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Autism or is experiencing symptoms similar to autism, please consider therapy. Often individuals on the Spectrum struggle with anxiety, depression, communication, and have low self esteem/self worth. I help individuals understand the reasons they are struggling and to stop blaming themselves. It is possible to understand how you are interpreting information, successfully manage distressing situations, and develop a way to communicate effectively with those around you.
16 Years Experience
Online in San Carlos Park, FL (Online Only)
Autism
Jordan Johnson, Creating Connection PLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC(WI), LPC(VA), LPCC(MN)
Individuals on the spectrum often struggle feeling minimized or misunderstood. I've got a soft place in my heart for neurodivergent people who are wanting stronger relationships and need help managing moods and negative thoughts.
14 Years Experience
Online in San Carlos Park, FL (Online Only)
Autism
Dr. Laurene Saad-Younis
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder often experience unique strengths alongside challenges related to social communication, emotional regulation, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, and life transitions. We provide supportive, individualized therapy that helps clients build coping skills, improve self-advocacy, and navigate daily life with greater confidence. We also offer comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations to assist with diagnostic clarification and treatment planning for Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions.
14 Years Experience
Online in San Carlos Park, FL
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 San Carlos Park, FL (Online Only)
Autism
Aims Beardslee
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, EdS, MS
I have lived experience as a late identified/diagnosed autistic person and have done numerous trainings (facilitated by autistic people) on neurodiversity affirming therapy and assessments.
(Note: Asperger's is no longer a diagnosis, but this specialty listing only had the choice of "Autism and Asperger's".)
15 Years Experience
Online in San Carlos Park, FL (Online Only)
Autism therapists in San Carlos Park, FL Statistics
Autism therapists in San Carlos Park, FL average 14 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Behavioral Therapy (38%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 34% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 41% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 39% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 33% | Black / African American |