Autism therapists in Great Barrington, MA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Great Barrington, Massachusetts 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
Laurel Shortell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Since opening my private practice in 2011, I’ve maintained a focus on supporting neurodiverse adults with autism or Asperger profiles. In 2022, I developed and presented a two-hour continuing education course for a university-based social work program titled, “Working with Neurodiverse Adults and Couples.” I continue to engage in training in this area to deepen and expand my work.
18 Years Experience
Online in Great Barrington, MA (Online Only)
Autism
Dr. L A McCrae
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCADC, FOT, CCTP, CCTSA
My approach to Autism is deeply personal and neuro-affirming, focusing on the reclamation of self after a lifetime of masking. We create a sensory-safe environment where your unique cognitive geography is celebrated rather than pathologized. Together, we navigate the "unmasking" process to ensure your social and professional lives align with your authentic needs.
7 Years Experience
Online in Great Barrington, MA
Autism
Erik Stenglein
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LICSW
I work with adults 18+ on the autism spectrum, including individuals who are late-diagnosed or self-identified. Many autistic adults come to therapy feeling exhausted from masking, misunderstood in relationships, or overwhelmed by sensory and social demands. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming, collaborative, and trauma-informed, focused on supporting emotional regulation, communication, boundaries, and self-understanding—without trying to “fix” who you are. Therapy is a space to unlearn shame, reduce burnout, and build a life that better fits your needs, values, and nervous system.
22 Years Experience
Online in Great Barrington, MA (Online Only)
Autism
Chaya Bhuvaneswaran MD
Psychiatrist, MD MPH
Support, therapy, assessment and care coordination for PDD.
22 Years Experience
Online in Great Barrington, MA
Autism
Laura DeAngelo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW
I have an adult child on the autism spectrum who also is a transgender female and has epilepsy and ADHD (this information shared with her permission). I received intensive parent training when she was younger and after this method showed great success with improving my daughter's social and emotional regulation and quality of life, I trained in this method as well (Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)) and worked as an RDI certified consultant for a number of years before I pursued my MSW and LCSW/LICSW. The methods I learned from my RDI training are very helpful to parents of autistic children as well as to autistic adults looking to feel more comfortable with themselves and in interacting with society - in short, to improve overall quality of life for autistic individuals and families.
10 Years Experience
Online in Great Barrington, MA (Online Only)
Autism therapists in Great Barrington, MA Statistics
Autism therapists in Great Barrington, MA average 15 years of experience and charge around $198 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Behavioral Therapy (50%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (45%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$198
Accept insurance
64%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 11% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
Online Only |
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| 45% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 45% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 36% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 32% | Eclectic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 45% | Women |
| 41% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 32% | Buddhist |