Autism therapists in Holyoke, MA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Holyoke, 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 Holyoke, 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 Holyoke, MA
Autism
Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Not all therapists provide evidence-based therapies, and not all therapists who claim to provide CBT are specially trained in this approach. The Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness team consists of doctoral-level clinicians who are highly trained experts in cognitive behavioral therapies.
We are also trained in tailoring your treatment to your individual needs, so you can be sure you are receiving highly individualized care while also benefiting from the techniques that are proven to work.
5 Years Experience
Online in Holyoke, MA (Online Only)
Autism
Chaya Bhuvaneswaran MD
Psychiatrist, MD MPH
Support, therapy, assessment and care coordination for PDD.
22 Years Experience
Online in Holyoke, MA
Autism
Abelee Groff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I take a neurodiversity-affirming approach to working with autistic adults, including those who identify with the term Asperger’s. I view autism as a natural variation in how the nervous system processes the world, rather than something to be fixed or normalized. My work focuses on understanding each client’s sensory needs, communication style, emotional processing, and relational experiences.
I integrate trauma-informed, somatic, and parts-based approaches to support emotional regulation, reduce overwhelm, and address anxiety, burnout, and masking fatigue. Therapy is paced collaboratively and centers authenticity, self-understanding, and building a life that works with—not against—how a client’s brain and body function.
5 Years Experience
Online in Holyoke, MA (Online Only)
Autism therapists in Holyoke, MA Statistics
Autism therapists in Holyoke, MA average 14 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Behavioral Therapy (48%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
62%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 12% |
Non-Binary |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
Online Only |
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| 48% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 38% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 33% | Eclectic Therapy |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Men |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 43% | Women |
| 33% | Buddhist |