Autism therapists in Machesney Park, IL
Find experienced Autism therapists in Machesney Park, Illinois 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
Orli Firestein
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
In our work together, we can:
-identify accommodations, supports, or lifestyle changes that best support sensory and functional needs
-review coping and ((including nonverbal) communication strategies for meltdowns and managing sensory overload
-explore the benefits of unmasking as well as the significance of an autism diagnosis (formal or self-diagnosed)
-explore and embrace special interests and values
11 Years Experience
Online in Machesney Park, IL (Online Only)
Autism
Shawna Stillwell
Marriage and Family Therapist, IMFT-S
I offer a low-pressure, compassionate, therapy experience that many autistic clients find refreshing compared to more directive or fast-paced approaches. My work centers on you understanding yourself more deeply, building self-compassion, and navigating a world that doesn't always accommodate the way your mind works.
8 Years Experience
Online in Machesney Park, IL (Online Only)
Autism
Centers for Counseling and Wellness, Int'l
Psychologist, PhD
Living with autism or Asperger's means experiencing the world in a way that others do not always understand. The sensory overload, the social exhaustion, the feeling of constantly trying to translate yourself for a world that was not quite built with you in mind. It can be isolating. And it can be exhausting in ways that are hard to put into words.
At CCW International, we see you. We understand that neurodivergent clients need more than a one-size-fits-all approach. They need a therapist who is curious, patient, and genuinely interested in understanding how your mind works, not trying to fit you into a mold.
We work with autistic adults and those with Asperger's profiles to navigate relationships, communication, sensory challenges, anxiety, and the emotional weight that often comes with feeling different. Our goal is never to change who you are. It is to help you thrive as exactly who you are, with the right tools, the right support, and a space where you never have to mask.
You belong here.
14 Years Experience
Online in Machesney Park, IL (Online Only)
Autism
Danielle Keys at Headway
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, M.S.ED, LCPC
I work with teens and adults who are diagnosed or undiagnosed and needing assistance with coping with the challenges of what is considered "normal" and trying to build their version of success in the world. What works for the general population may not be effective for neurodivergent individuals. We work to build organizational, routine, and coping skill tools to minimize distress and accept individual differences as they are. Building skills in self-advocacy, school, work, and family boundaries is crucial.
11 Years Experience
Online in Machesney Park, IL (Online Only)
Autism
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 Machesney Park, IL (Online Only)
Autism therapists in Machesney Park, IL Statistics
Autism therapists in Machesney Park, IL average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Behavioral Therapy (45%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
31%
Gender ID
| 50% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 45% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 34% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 33% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Teen |
| 58% | Senior |
| 48% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 34% | Black / African American |