Autism therapists in Springfield, MA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA (Online Only)
Autism
Brian Bermack
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Before studying psychology. I earned a degree from MIT and worked as a software engineer for many years. I now wor with a wide variety of patients of different ages, educational backgrounds, and different interests. However, my background gives me a perspective that can be particularly useful when working with patients who are highly intelligent, who work in or are oriented towards engineering, science, and technology, or who think of themselves as introverted, shy, or socially awkward, anxious, including social anxiety and those who identify as having Asperger’s/mild autism (including those who don’t see it as a disorder or a problem). Please reach out today for more information.
12 Years Experience
Online in Springfield, MA (Online Only)
Autism
PSYCHe, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DBT-LBC™, LPC, PsyD, MSW, Marriage and Family Counselor, LCSW
We offer testing for Autism and Asperger's, along with therapy to support individuals diagnosed on the autism spectrum.
12 Years Experience
Online in Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA (Online Only)
Autism
Zach Rotfus
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I specialize in working with autistic adults and those exploring or adjusting to a late diagnosis. Therapy can support you in unpacking years of masking, understanding sensory and emotional needs, addressing anxiety or depression, and building a life that feels more authentic and sustainable.
10 Years Experience
Online in Springfield, MA (Online Only)
Springfield is the largest city in western Massachusetts and one of the state's most economically challenged communities, with high rates of poverty, significant post-industrial decline, and a large Puerto Rican population that makes it one of the most culturally distinct cities in New England. Spanish-language therapy is essential, and the demand for bilingual practitioners who understand the specific experiences of Puerto Rican and broader Latino communities significantly shapes the local mental health landscape. Baystate Health operates behavioral health programs in the city, and several community mental health centers provide sliding-scale and publicly funded services for residents who cannot afford private therapy. Common therapy concerns include trauma, anxiety, depression, economic stress, and the complex intergenerational dynamics of a diaspora community that has been central to Springfield's identity for decades.
Autism therapists in Springfield, MA Statistics
Autism therapists in Springfield, MA average 14 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%), and Behavioral Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
57%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 49% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 12% |
Non-Binary |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
Online Only |
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| 38% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 43% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Integrative Therapy |
| 29% | Eclectic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 33% | Teen |
| 10% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Men |
| 43% | Women |
| 38% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 29% | Buddhist |